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Why rich societies became prosperous and anxious
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- The Big View
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- May 12, 2026
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- 1953
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Summary
In the developed world, many people are both better off and unsatisfied. On this episode of The Big View, Peter Thal Larsen talks to Ryan Avent, author of ‘In Good Faith’, about the eroding beliefs underpinning growth, and whether AI will force us to confront what progress means. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data protection practices. You may also visit megaphone.fm/adchoices to opt-out of targeted advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices