Disinformation Part 1
We examine the multifaceted problem of disinformation, exploring its historical context, techniques, and strategies for mitigation.
4 Jan 202526min
Mathematics of Marriage
We explore John Gottman's research of couples' interactions using nonlinear equations to predict marital success or failure. We then discuss how you can apply these insights to your own relationship...
26 Dec 202412min
Rick Rubin's Philosophy of Creativity
We explore the creative philosophy of renowned music producer Rick Rubin, drawing from his book. Rubin's approach emphasizes that creativity is inherent in everyone, viewing it as a journey of self-di...
21 Dec 202424min
Cliodynamics and the American Empire
Cliodynamics, introduced by Peter Turchin, uses quantitative methods to study long-term historical patterns, focusing on factors like population dynamics, economic inequality, and elite overproduction...
20 Dec 202423min
Neurobiology of Imagination
We discuss historical and philosophical perspectives on imagination then turn to contemporary neuroscientific findings. In the end, we explore the role of imagination in art and music, and discusses i...
16 Dec 202420min
Pascal's Triangle
Pascal's triangle is a triangular array of numbers where each entry is the sum of the two numbers directly above it. The edges of the triangle are filled with 1s. It can be expanded to 3 dimensions (P...
15 Dec 202418min
