Why people recommend it
Carl Hart's High Price is a compelling autobiographical book that chronicles the author's journey from a difficult upbringing to becoming a pioneering neuroscientist and professor. On People I (Mostly) Admire, Steve Levitt referenced the guest's first book, describing it as a biographical work that revealed him to be remarkably scholarly during his early laboratory days, using it to frame a conversation about his evolution into a prominent drug policy activist. Similarly, on the Lex Fridman Podcast, Lex Fridman mentioned the same book to smoothly transition the dialogue into a specific discussion about rap music and DJing, referencing a particular chapter from the text. Both hosts utilized Hart's memoir as a narrative anchor to explore his multifaceted background, bridging the gap between his personal history and his controversial scientific perspectives. The book provides readers with an intimate look at the intersections of urban life, academic perseverance, and scientific inquiry. Through these podcast discussions, High Price is showcased as an influential work that not only details an extraordinary personal transformation but also provides vital context for understanding the author's later advocacy regarding drug use and societal policy.
Who recommended it
- Steve Levitt Discussed
- Lex Fridman Discussed
Steve Levitt — 1 mention
“because I read your first book which is called high price which is kind of a biography and you were the nerdiest lab rat that ever existed”
Lex Fridman — 1 mention
“in your previous book high price you talk about rap and djing chapter five”