John Campbell: Profeting from doom

Key Takeaways

• Follow the money to understand systemic corruption – many leaders prioritize wealth/power over public welfare.
• Question basic assumptions about essential services (like water companies) – many “executive” roles add no real value.
• Recognize institutional reliance on goodwill (e.g., NHS staff working unpaid overtime) as an exploitative system flaw.
• Challenge irrational leadership in science and public policy – demand evidence-based decision making.

Products & Gear Mentioned

• Death of Science (book by Paul and Angus)
• Profiting from Doom (book by Paul)

Notable Quotes

“We might find it hard to understand how some can so willingly abandon any ethical life in order to acquire wealth and power.”

Bottom Line

Hold leaders accountable by demanding transparency in essential services and rejecting irrational policies that prioritize profit over people.

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