The blog post discusses the implications of Amazon's decision to restrict Kindle users from downloading their eBook libraries, highlighting the broader issue of digital ownership and the concept of renting digital goods. The autho...
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5.9Stone and sky
2025-05-09 • psychological thriller tv storytelling star wars andor
The author passionately recommends the TV show 'Andor,' highlighting its depth as a political and action thriller that explores themes of power, oppression, and hope. The narrative follows Cassian Andor's transformation from a smu...
The article recounts the story of Ferdinand de Lesseps, the French diplomat and entrepreneur who successfully constructed the Suez Canal but failed in his ambitious attempt to build a similar canal in Panama. It highlights Lesseps...
5.8The AI Empire
2025-06-06 • technology ethics capitalism data ownership ai
The blog post draws parallels between Kurt Vonnegut's character Rudy from 'Player Piano' and the current state of technology, particularly regarding large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT. It discusses how the data and work of ...
The author reflects on the contrasting experiences of small businesses, the elderly, and immigrants during a tumultuous week marked by significant global changes. They express a mix of gratitude and guilt while feeling a sense of ...
The blog post discusses the historical context of weaving in pre-industrial England, highlighting the transition from handloom weaving to the power loom invented by Edmund Cartwright in 1784. It explains how the power loom increas...
Drew reflects on the challenges of focusing on a single pursuit, inspired by Ryan Holiday's advice on prioritization. He shares his own experiences of engaging in various creative projects, questioning the societal pressure to spe...
The author discusses the motivational mantra of pursuing dreams without the fear of failure, arguing that the reality of success is often bleak. As a growth engineer, he highlights the low odds of success in various ventures and s...
The author reflects on the concept of underdog stories and how successful individuals can become biased, using their own experiences to justify limiting social progress for others. They criticize the attitude of gatekeeping, where...
The author reflects on the stigma surrounding quitting creative projects, sharing a personal anecdote about a writer who abandoned their book after five years. They emphasize that quitting can be a necessary and beneficial decisio...
4.7The Calvary is Not Coming
2025-05-02 • activism mental health news protests democracy
The author reflects on the overwhelming nature of news consumption and its negative impact on their mental state, leading to a decision to reduce news intake. They express a sense of nihilism and helplessness in the face of societ...
4.4A Dream Come True
2025-12-05 • parenting podcast storytelling personal development
The author shares a personal narrative about the joy of becoming a parent and the fulfillment of being interviewed for a podcast, which has been a long-time dream. He reflects on his love for narrative podcasting, his journey in c...
The author, Drew, shares personal experiences with anxiety, particularly during moments of indecision known as double binds. He describes the physical and emotional toll of these anxiety attacks and emphasizes the importance of ma...
The post discusses an upcoming protest on June 14th, known as 'No Kings Day,' in response to perceived authoritarianism and corruption in the current regime. The author shares plans to lead protest songs, specifically highlighting...
The author reflects on the challenges of writing a book, comparing the experience to navigating The Lost Woods from The Legend of Zelda. Despite having a clear outline and research, the author feels lost and frustrated, struggling...
3.7The Pressure Is On
2025-08-08 • success friendship motivation personal development
The author reflects on the success of their recent essay, 'The Future Is NOT Self-Hosted,' which gained significant attention on Hacker News. They express gratitude to their readers and friends for their support and introduce a ne...
The author shares reflections on the value of idleness and leisure through quotes from various thinkers, emphasizing that leisure is a meaningful pursuit without the need for external justification. The piece encourages readers to...