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Hans Rosling debunks myths about the so-called "developing world"

The health/wealth correlation is striking as it relates to development over time.

http://www.gapminder.org/

[sandorski]

I was more impressed by the Graphing itself. The info was interesting as well though. Clearly shows that Progress is being made. Thanks for the link.

[Toro]

This is a great video.

I posted this somewhere in a debate with Burns.

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Update:

http://www.ted.com/talks/hans_rosling_at_state.html

Quote:

Talking at the US State Department this summer, Hans Rosling uses his fascinating data-bubble software to burst myths about the developing world. Look for new analysis on China and the post-bailout world, mixed with classic data shows.

[Zipperfish]

ONly had time for the first couple of minutes, but will be wtaching later.

Scape, you always have the best finds. Thanks again for that service.

[rawmeat]

Fantastic video, thanks!

[saturn_656]

I wish more of my prof's had been like this guy.

[Robair]

The guy's a wizard! Very well done and easy to follow.

[DrCaleb]

TED talks are just so . . .cool! And this guy is like almost every other Swede I've met. Nice, smart and funny to boot.

[Akhenaten]

I stayed out of this thread for a while since in the past 8 years I've developed an internet allergy to the word, "debunking", but for anyone reading this who hasn't watched this video yet I'll join the chorus: it's excellent.

[Zipperfish]

Yes, that guy is a very creative thinker. Well worth the watch, thanks.

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http://www.ted.com/talks/hans_rosling_a ... _when.html

He's back and predicts when the east will surpass the west.

[wildrosegirl]

Interesting piece.

[CanadianJeff]

Gotta love TED talks.