What I Am Reading:
Decades-Long Bet on Consciousness Ends - and it’s Philosopher 1, Neuroscientist 0
In 1998, neuroscientist Christof Koch bet philosopher David Chalmers that the mechanism by which the brain’s neurons produce consciousness would be discovered by 2023. Both scientists agreed publicly on 23 June, at the annual meeting of the Association for the Scientific Study of Consciousness (ASSC) in New York City, that it is still an ongoing quest.
The Roman Empire Fallacy - by Frederik Gieschen
Have you ever looked at the US and thought 'man, this looks a lot like the late stage Roman Empire'? Powerful but divided. Rich but corrupt. Glamorous but dysfunctional. A source of marvelous technological achievements but unable to build things as it used to. Ruled by incompetent politicians, owned by a small elite, its masses trapped by unsustainable debt and distracting themselves with endless mind-numbing entertainment.
Same as Ever: A Guide to What Never Changes by Morgan Housel
Every investment plan under the sun is, at best, an informed speculation of what may happen in the future, based on a systematic extrapolation from the known past. Same as Ever reverses the process, inviting us to identify the many things that never, ever change. With his usual elan, Morgan Housel presents a master class on optimizing risk, seizing opportunity, and living your best life.
What I am WATCHING:
Robin Hood NYC 2023 Fireside Chat Stan Druckenmiller and Paul Tudor Jones
Stanley Druckenmiller and Paul Tudor Jones chat about living in a post-Quantitative Easing world, reckless Government Spending, Debt-to-GDP ratio, inflation, and philanthropy.
Harvesting Electricity from Sand
When it comes to generating power, shining light on silicon opens up a whole universe of possibilities.
What I am Listening To:
Sadhguru - Of Mystics and Mistakes: Mike Tyson Asks Sadhguru Some Hard-hitting Questions
Boxing Legend Mike Tyson hosts Sadhguru at home, and seeks insights on life, fear, and the human possibility. Sadhguru also answers questions on his own life, family and much more, in this unique and engaging conversation.
Making Sense with Sam Harris: #340 — The Bright Line Between Good and Evil
Sam Harris speaks about the ongoing war in Gaza, the global rise of antisemitism, and the enduring problem of jihadism.
