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“I'm often asked: “Are great strategic thinkers born, or are they made?” And my answer is always yes. Like so many human capabilities, it’s a mixture of nature, nurture and experience.”
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Through woodworking, John Furniss, known as The Blind Woodsman, discovered a new purpose and a way to share his vision with the world.
Unlikely Collaborators
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Eric Siegel, Co-Founder & CEO, Gooder AI, argues machine learning (ML) projects go astray because their stakeholders focus too often on the technological fireworks — the “rocket science” of predictive models.
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“If we didn't find helping other people pleasurable, we wouldn’t be altruistic.”
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“People will claim that something is rigorous because it's by an authority figure or it's written in a book. But anyone can write a book.”
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Expanding your worldview starts with understanding your brain. Stanford neuroscientist David Eagleman explains.
Unlikely Collaborators
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From nothing to everything: How zero changed our understanding of the universe, forever.
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Who decides what’s “normal” and why? As social norms increasingly dissolve, here’s how to find true guidance.
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What would the world be like if we focused on “the inherent beauty of math,” rather than its technical aspects? A statistician reflects:
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How can ancient philosophical wisdom guide us in ensuring that artificial intelligence enhances human flourishing rather than diminishing it?
Cosmos Institute
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Statistician Talithia Williams on how math is the clearest path to understanding our existence.
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The winners of the remote work boom? Utah, Arizona, and Maine. Here’s what the US’ post-pandemic migration looks like.
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How do scientists measure and define life in the natural world? Dr. Lee Cronin gives us a definition, in 4 minutes:
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Algorithms dictate a lot more than your social media feeds. Here’s how to win back your agency.
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Have we evolved to understand multiple rejections on Bumble, or survive more than one ghosting from Tinder? Christine Emba explores the sociology of modern dating and how to make them more ethical.
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What drives the universe's expansion? Chemist Lee Cronin explains the theories linking time, space, and selection, providing a fresh perspective on this cosmic mystery.
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Biological evolution in humans has slowed. Can AI, culture wars, and modern tech explain why?
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Eric Siegel has been in the AI field since 1991. He’s “horrified” by the AI hype bubble, but not for the reason you think.
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These 5 human development principles could completely change the way we think about learning and potential.
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Challenging the loneliness stigma can change your life. Here’s how to start.
Unlikely Collaborators