JP

About:

JP is a retired economist, statistician, and financial journalist with a passion for family, food, music, reading, education, and open source. A hippie at heart who believes in the power of conversations and open source innovation.

Website:

confusedofcalcutta.com

Specializations:

Economist Statistician Financial journalist

Interests:

Family and friends Food Music Reading Education Open source

Incoming Links:

Doc Searls Weblog Gio Kyle Mathews Peter Rukavina

Outgoing Links:

Doc Searls Weblog Sacha Chua Schneier on Security

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2026-02-20 • music technology creativity culture generations

The author critiques the homogenization of modern culture in music and writing, advocating for diversity and originality while reflecting on personal experiences with music across generations.

2025-07-22 • sports cricket fan engagement cricket history england vs india

The author reflects on their lifelong love for Test cricket, emphasizing the joy of the game beyond just winning or losing. They recount memorable matches, the camaraderie among fans, and the unique experiences of watching cricket...

2024-09-03 •

The author reflects on his fascination with cars, particularly Cords and Duesenbergs, and how his interest evolved over the years. He discusses the concept of abundance and scarcity, the importance of information filters, and the ...

2024-08-26 •

The blog post celebrates all-rounders in cricket who have achieved the milestone of scoring 1000 runs and taking 100 wickets in Test cricket. The post provides a detailed analysis of the players who have achieved this feat, catego...

2024-02-16 •

The blog post discusses constructing unGoogleable questions related to cricket, specifically focusing on the number of Asterisks and Daggers in men's Test cricket. It challenges readers to think about how to find answers to questi...

2023-09-22 •

The author reflects on his experience growing up in Calcutta in the 1960s and 1970s, discussing film ratings, the impact of movies on young minds, and the constraints and capacity in the workplace. He draws parallels between natur...

2023-08-28 •

The blog post discusses the author's musical roots and the concept of 'Song Songs', which are songs with the word 'song' in the title. The author reminisces about the music they listened to growing up and provides a curated list o...

2023-08-23 •

The author reflects on digital engagement and the importance of making it easy for customers to find products and services online. They discuss the concept of customer retention, the need for companies to provide good service, and...

2023-08-16 •

The blog post delves into the concept of engagement, emphasizing the importance of dignity, security, and trust in interactions. It discusses how people feel valued when engaged respectfully and how systems should be designed to p...

2023-07-26 •

The author reflects on the importance of conversations and engagement in today's digital world, highlighting the value of face-to-face interactions and community connections. He discusses the impact of technology on human interact...

2023-07-24 •

The author reflects on a day at Old Trafford where rain stopped play during a cricket match. Despite the lack of cricket, people still gathered, engaged in civil discourse, and formed connections. The author emphasizes the importa...

2023-07-20 •

The blog post discusses the importance of trust in social media and how words have the power to build people up or tear them down. The author reflects on past experiences and emphasizes the need for kindness and constructive criti...

2023-07-18 •

The text discusses the difference between social and broadcast media, emphasizing the importance of participation and peer-based conversations. It also touches on the evolution of the internet from a non-linear mode of communicati...