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Craig Healy's avatar

great video. when he returned to the states over a decade ago, a friend and colleague who'd spent a few years working in Japan brought back a great appreciation for its people and culture. among his shared experiences that I haven't questioned since he returned is Japan's immigration policy. I hadn't known about its political acceptance of immigration and thank you for bringing it up. Will this video be making it to your YouTube channel for me to share with him?

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Michael Muthukrishna's avatar

Thanks - the country is very much still figuring it out. I added the video to YouTube: https://youtu.be/7dRQzTes3c0

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Craig Healy's avatar

Thanks prof. I tried to strike that request from my comment because I didn't realize that series isn't behind the paywall. Actually, I did more than once before giving up on doing so.

Separately, in the run up to publication date you suggested your book as complementary to Sapiens. Harari released a 2-book graphic novel-ish version of it. I wasn't expecting it. Since Sapiens was rather eye opening for me I was pleased to have a better format with which to introduce ideas to my children I found enlightening.

I'm curious whether you're planning any other release formats for yours beyond the video series and book itself. No harm if not. Just a curious biped.

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Michael Muthukrishna's avatar

A children's version is a great idea, as would other media and animations. It's crossed my mind, but no immediate plans. If it happens, I'll announce it on substack first.

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