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What is your practice?
This image was inspired by an idea from the Econtalk podcast interview #854 with the economist and blogger, Tyler Cowen, around his recent book, “Talent: …
Public Enemy #1
There’s one thing we hear repeatedly today, and it’s that “America is more divided than ever.” That’s because much of the Western world is caught …
When Humans Play God
The technology industry is like any creative industry. The question is always, always, always, “what’s next?” What will be the new thing after the Internet …
Fancy a riot?
The French are at it again. They first had the idea of rioting en masse during the French Revolution back in 1793 (the same year …
Why You Should Hit Delete More Often
This thought came from an interview with Author, Amor Towles, about his book, “A Gentleman in Moscow” on the EconTalk podcast, episode #856. There’s an …
Which Status Game Are You Playing?
Back in September, the British author and journalist, Will Storr, appeared on the Infinite Loop Podcast to talk about his new book, “The Status Game.” …
Why are We so Miserable?
You wouldn’t know it if you only listened to the headlines, but we’re surrounded by hundreds of miracles. They’re all around us, hidden in plain …
If You Design for Average, That’s All You’ll Be
Rory Sutherland, the Co-Chairman of the ad agency, Ogilvy UK, wrote a book called “Alchemy,” a couple of years ago, which we’ve previously written about. While it …
It doesn’t pay to be virtuous: do it anyway
If you’re looking to find out what all the fuss about Stoicism is about, this podcast is an excellent place to start. Nancy Sherman, The …
Potato Famine 2.0?
Social contagion, was the driving force behind Silicon Valley Bank (SVB)’s quick growth but it was also what eventually did them in. As most of …
Trapped in an echo chamber?
Where new people go, new ideas flow. That’s why infrastructure has always influenced culture. In the days of old, it shaped the flow of trade. …
Happiness: You Get to Decide
We’ve heard this story many times. The one about the hippy who travels all the way to Bali. Climbs a mountain, sits on top of …
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