What podcasts are you listening to? I’ve been trying to listen to tons of pre-election analysis. Here’s what I’ve been listening to: Part of The Problem, The Tom Woods Show, Your Welcome, Majority 54, Pod Save America, Risky Business, Ezra Klein Show, Conversations with Tyler, the Glenn Show and occasionally JRE. This is a goodContinue reading “Recently been OBSESSED with election analysis. What have you been listening to?”
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Everything the government does is backed up with violence
What’s something you believe everyone should know. The definition of a state from political science is an entity that has a monopoly on legal violence in its jurisdiction. Although many people forget this, it should be the primary way that people view social and economic regulations. Every rule and regulation that society puts into placeContinue reading “Everything the government does is backed up with violence”
How I accidentally beat Ahkil Reed Amar in an argument (3rd most cited law scholar) and why it matters
The conversation between Stephen Bowling and Ahkil Reed Amar (AMA going forward) was definitely intellectually stimulating, but a few things that Ahkil claimed were wholly not persuasive to me. His big thing is originalism is correct, which is the orientation that original intent and history are key to understanding ideas is right. He claims alsoContinue reading “How I accidentally beat Ahkil Reed Amar in an argument (3rd most cited law scholar) and why it matters”
Long term rock climbing without progress
What is your favorite form of physical exercise? Spray beta to me. I require the cheat codes, despite not having the physical strength to do so. Recently, I’ve been obsessed with rock climbing. Between my weight lifting, flag football, pickleball, and table tennis arcs, I’ve regularly switched to climbing. Because I take month long breaks,Continue reading “Long term rock climbing without progress”
SohoForum Retrospective: Why I think David Leonhardt is Half-Right on America’s Trend-Line and Why It Matters
On Monday, I saw a debate between John Early and David Leonhardt. I personally think from the discussion that Leonhardt had the upper hand, and would have liked to explore deeper ramifications of each side’s perspective. From my understanding, Leonhardt argued that a wide variety of sources show that economic growth for lower class AmericansContinue reading “SohoForum Retrospective: Why I think David Leonhardt is Half-Right on America’s Trend-Line and Why It Matters”
Blogging and Situational Awareness
A couple of challenges. I’ve noticed that when I blog, I like the relative anonymity. I can discuss what I really think about things- that’s generally desirable. However, there’s a paradox because if I am too blunt, A. It’s entertainment value rises and B. It becomes more indicting. He thinks that?!? Leaving low-hanging fruit outContinue reading “Blogging and Situational Awareness”
Solve Problems Often
Unless you have an unimpeachable reputation at the top of your field forever and always, you’ll need to do things other people want you to do. So, when you take on a position, try and figure out what’s bothering the person who’s employing you. Sometimes it’s not what you’re hired to do, but if youContinue reading “Solve Problems Often”
Loose Lips Sink Ships
What makes a good neighbor? Neighbors that respect the differences between you and them are ideal. Tolerance and respect for human difference is probably the most important element to ensuring success, however it can also be valuable to be kind and helpful. Communities as spontaneous order require the ability to take risks and learn aboutContinue reading “Loose Lips Sink Ships”
Self-Efficacy & Fixing Your Car’s Battery
My car has been out of commission for the last week or so. Instead of being able to do much of anything, I’ve been stuck at my place, looking for something fun to do. I called my friend who does a fair amount of auto-repair and he convinced me that I could change my ownContinue reading “Self-Efficacy & Fixing Your Car’s Battery”
Rise & Grind: Why There’s Some Truth Behind Why The Rich Seem Unpleasant
In any world, there will be more and less successful people. It’s probably not going to be the case that the modal person is going to be successful, given that institutions are skewed towards average, with a focus on lower average. As a result, listening to large institutions and going about your life is notContinue reading “Rise & Grind: Why There’s Some Truth Behind Why The Rich Seem Unpleasant”
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