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David Cameron in conversation with Nassim Taleb

18 Aug 2009

Speakers: Nassim Taleb, David Cameron

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David Cameron MP and best-selling authour Nassim Taleb discuss what measures need to be taken, in the wake of the economic crisis, in order to create a more Black Swan-robust society.

This video was kindly provided by The RSA

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• Nassim Taleb Introduces Black Swan Thinking

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• David Cameron's Thoughts on Black Swan Thinking

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• David Cameron in Conversation with Nassim Taleb

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