Every book Jesse Walden recommended on podcasts

Books recommended by Jesse Walden

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   Sapiens

   Yuval Noah Harari · Discussed · 1 episode

   Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari is a sweeping exploration of how Homo sapiens evolved, dominated the planet, and constructed complex imaginary orders like religion, money, and nations.

   Discussed

   “But I'm thinking of the examples that Yuval Harari sites in 'Sapiens' and how we all have these collective myths and fictions that drive economic growth and innovation. He gives the example of a talented baker like my grandmother wanting to open a restaurant, but not having enough actual money.”

   a16z Podcast a16z Podcast: All About Stablecoins 2018-12-21 Listen at 3:40

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