The big story is the Trump administration’s reversal and denial of the Epstein list. Last night, Trump put out an incoherent rant telling people to ignore Epstein, generating confusion and anger among some of his online “supporters”, which I add in quotes because I also believe some of this controversy is part of a demoralization… Continue reading Trump’s Epstein Reversal
Month: July 2025
Fast or slow metabolisms are not a “lie”. It’s time to put this myth to rest.
I saw this Reddit post going massively viral, ““Fast metabolism” is a lie, stop making yourself feel bad.” It got 1829 votes and 288 comments, indicative of considerable discussion and controvery. As I wrote in the posts “Individual differences of metabolism are real and matter” and “Slow metabolisms are not a myth“, to deny that… Continue reading Fast or slow metabolisms are not a “lie”. It’s time to put this myth to rest.
Why everyone is probably wrong about AI
I saw this viral post by Dwarkesh Patel, “Why I don’t think AGI is right around the corner.” This is a reasonable take on AI, in contrast to the hype that is typical of the topic. There is a middle ground of people, such as myself and Freddie deBoer, who believe AI will lead to… Continue reading Why everyone is probably wrong about AI
Elon’s “America party” : my thoughts
Elon’s political party “America party” is official: There are several possibilities: 1. Elon does not actually understand how electoral politics works. I see this as unlikely given his experience with politics under Trump. 2. Elon knows his party will split the vote, but does not care. 3. Elon hopes to cost Trump’s successor reelection, as… Continue reading Elon’s “America party” : my thoughts
A nation in perpetual crisis
June 2025 was the most eventful month in a long time, with the following big events having transpired: -Iran strikes -LA riots (remember that?) -The rise of Zohan Mamdani -Vance Boelter -Peter Thiel interview (not really newsworthy, but a major meme-worthy event online) -‘Big Beautiful Bill’ (which despite the protestations of Elon Musk, passed) -Elon-Trump… Continue reading A nation in perpetual crisis
Persuasion techniques are overrated and survivorship bias
I saw this interesting post, “Intelligence Is Not Magic, But Your Threshold For “Magic” Is Pretty Low.” None of these examples are that impressive. I would say someone who can learn advanced math is more impressive than being able to draw a skyline from memory. In the case of El Chapo running his drug business… Continue reading Persuasion techniques are overrated and survivorship bias