From Finance to Philosophy
How studying finance during the 2008 crisis led me to philosophy. A personal story about finding better questions when formulas didn’t seem enough.
Philosophy
Hume's Lesson on Moderation
How David Hume’s early burnout taught him the importance of balance in intellectual pursuits.
Am I in the Matrix?
Descartes systematically doubted everything - senses, dreams, math, even God - until he found one thing he couldn’t doubt.
Spinoza, the Troublemaker
Three anecdotes about Spinoza’s troublemaking ways: excommunication, family lawsuits, and choosing lens grinding over academia.
When is it OK to Believe Without Proof?
William James explains when belief without sufficient evidence is justified: in life decisions that are plausible, unavoidable, and important.
The Philosopher's Portfolio
How philosopher Bryan Magee solved the money problem by diversifying income streams to pursue his true interests—a strategy more relevant than ever in the digital age.
The Trickster Within: Jung's Guide to Embracing Disruption
Jung saw tricksters as essential guides between our conscious and unconscious minds—catalysts for growth who help societies question assumptions and embrace uncertainty.
When Legality Isn’t Enough: What Is Ethics?
Just because it’s legal doesn’t mean it’s right. A look at the GameStop saga, cultural clashes, and why ethics goes beyond compliance.
Why Philosophy is Useless
Philosophy may be impractical, but its value lies precisely in its uncertainty and ability to challenge what we think we know.
In Praise of the Process
Teachers lack the training grounds comedians have to refine their craft. How embracing process over perfection could transform education.