Making Sense - #339: The Internal Logic of Jihad
Graeme Wood's expertise was perfect for this moment. Netanyahu's distraction with illegally expanding in the West Bank disgusted me.
The Reason Interview - Johan Norberg: Why We Need a Capitalist Manifesto
I loved his book, and I don't tire of hearing his message.
EconTalk - Zach Weinersmith: Space Settlement and a City on Mars
I like the idea of a deflationary book about space colonies. Why am I like this?
Sigma Nutrition Radio - #501: Sex-based Training Recommendations: Evidence-based or Hype? | David Nolan, PhD
David spoke emphatically about sex differences in hypertrophy, strength, and power, as well as what implications that doesn't have on training methodology.
Making Sense - #340: The Bright Line Between Good and Evil
Why, in 2023, can't I upload Sam Harris' genius essay about Jihadism into my brain?
Let's Know Things - Regulating AI
Colin Wright impressively tackled regulatory capture and the challenges in regulating technology.
The Reason Interview - Colleen Eren: Why Donald Trump Signed the First Step Act
Colleen's opinions on judicial reform and prisoner release were sensible, practical, and infectious.
Best of The Spectator - The Edition: keeping the peace
Ian Acheson and Claire Fox spoke sensibly about the freedom to protest and police incompetency.
Planet Money - The alleged theft at the heart of ChatGPT
GPT users should seek to shame George RR Martin and the other authors for trying to destroy this world-changing tool.
The Daily - What Adidas Knew About Kanye
Learning that Kanye was unpleasant to work with didn't shock me.
Honestly - Does Elon Musk Have Too Much Power?
Each Walter Isaacson interview about his book has impressed me.
The Dishcast - Graeme Wood: The Horrors of Hamas' War
Sully's pointed criticisms of Israel were fair but unexpected.