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Listen to this 32-minute audio session from the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting 2025 where cognitive scientist Steven Pinker examines the concept of progress in today's challenging global landscape. Despite headlines dominated by wars, pandemics, and autocracies that might suggest pessimism, Pinker uses data and psychological insights to offer a fresh perspective on progress—exploring why it's difficult to achieve, what ideas have driven progress historically, and what will be needed for continued advancement. The full session can also be viewed on the World Economic Forum website, and additional content from the Annual Meeting 2025 can be found using the hashtag #WEF25 or by visiting wef.ch/wef25. The World Economic Forum offers several other podcast series including Radio Davos, Meet the Leader, and Agenda Dialogues, all accessible through various platforms.
