Yuval Noah Harari on what history teaches us about justice and peace

This podcast episode explores the concepts of fairness, storytelling, conflict, and power in human society. It emphasizes the subjective nature of fairness and the potential consequences of trying to impose our notions of fairness on the world. The episode also discusses the role of stories in shaping our perception of others and justifying violence. It highlights successful examples of nonviolent resistance and challenges the belief in the inevitability of conflict. The podcast delves into the impact of beliefs and stories on creating the reality we experience, and the paradoxes of happiness and power. Ultimately, it argues for a focus on peace and happiness in human relations.