Outside view: scientists often think their models apply to everything. Hanson is very insightful, but not immune to this, I think.
I think Hanson considers it his role to try to argue that his models fit everywhere and make the best possible case that the models apply.
I think you would sometimes get different answers from him if you would bet with him.
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