Monday, August 4, 2025
The episode explores the impact of artificial intelligence as a cultural technology that can enhance liberal values like pluralism and tolerance, inspired by Ted Underwood’s essay on the topic.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
The “996” work schedule reflects a troubling belief in sacrificing personal well-being for perceived productivity, driven more by power dynamics than actual efficiency.
Monday, July 14, 2025
The rise of AI-generated content risks overshadowing original creative works, potentially leading to a market collapse for writers and artists if consumers prefer nostalgia-driven remixes over new expressions, but the enduring human desire for innovation suggests that original art and writing will always have value.
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
A generational divide in the relationship between creators and their creations reflects a shift towards personal branding and content monetization, where the focus increasingly prioritizes selling oneself over creating meaningful art.
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
It’s impossible to build a search engine that isn’t biased and doesn’t manipulate results. But it is possible to convince conservatives you can.
Sunday, November 17, 2024
Is it wrong to have a social media feed primarily of people you agree with?
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
Twitter’s shift under Elon Musk has distorted its role as a cultural touchpoint, misrepresenting the national discourse and leading thought leaders to adopt increasingly unethical perspectives.
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Substack is in trouble, and their recent feature releases are evidence of that.