Assessing *Modern Times*
Using ChatGPT to answer an old labor-intensive question
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Grokking My Essence
I asked Grok to create a random image inspired by my X account. The result is stunning. We’ve got kids gaming in the foreground, blending natalism, open borders, cosmopolitanism, and gaming itself. In the center, me dressed like Prof. Indiana Jones. We’ve got credentials being turned into paper airplanes on the left. Center rear, open borders leading to housing abundance, with flying cars…
I Stopped Being a Libertarian Because I Realized the Sky is Blue
When a thinker publicly changes his mind on major questions, neutral observers normally interpret it as a sign of courage and maturity. Almost no one enjoys admitting they were wrong — and “I changed my mind” is tantamount to “I was wrong.” On reflection, however, this favorable interpretation is premature . Yes, changing your mind because you discover surprising new evidence or arguments is…
The Ambition Project
A guest post by Jason Brennan
"If I'm Really Honest"
This was a very fun, unconventional podcast. Enjoy! P.S. Capla-Con 2026 is August 15-16. Please RSVP here. Also, I’m looking for another 1-2 players for August 14 at 10 AM-6 PM for my all-new role-playing game, Test Optional . Please email me if you’re interested.
How Socialist Were the Nazis Really?
A conversation with Kristian Niemietz
America's National Mood Was OK in 1988-1991
Materially, Americans are far better off than they were during the Cold War. But even thinkers who acknowledge this truism often fondly reminisce about the long-lost Golden Age of American optimism that supposedly spanned the second half of the 20th century. This reminiscing always puzzles me, because I vividly remember the second half of the second half of the 20th century. Except for a brief…
Berkeley Bonus Meet-up Wednesday
I’m adding a Berkeley meet-up to this week’s festivities. Time: Wednesday, July 22, 8 PM Location: Steve’s Korean BBQ, 2521 Durant Ave F, Berkeley, CA 94704 All are welcome. Please RSVP in the comments.
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Nazi Economics: Ideas and Policies
My conversation with Phil Magness