Published Jan 21, 2025
1106: Amanda Ripley | The Secrets to Surviving an Unthinkable Disaster
Amanda Ripley discusses the crucial elements of surviving disasters, focusing on the importance of community trust, psychological preparedness, and understanding human behavior to overcome barriers like denial and panic, while also exploring how skewed risk perceptions affect decision-making in crises.

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