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2mins
The Well
How math brings order to our universe
Statistician Talithia Williams on how math is the clearest path to understanding our existence.
Talithia Williams
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3mins
The Well
Are non-living things… evolving? Yes, says leading mineralogist
The mind-blowing theory that everything is evolving—from minerals to music—explained in 3 minutes by a Carnegie scientist.
Robert Hazen
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5mins
The Well
The case against specializing
Geniuses and prodigies are captivating. But generalists rule the world.
David Epstein
John Templeton Foundation
4mins
Explain It Like I’m Smart
Master divergent and convergent thinking
A productivity expert explains how you can be creative and a powerhouse of productivity.
Tiago Forte
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6mins
The Well
Stop chasing utopia. Create “protopia” instead.
Pessimism sounds smart. Optimism sounds dumb. Don’t fall for it, says Wired’s Kevin Kelly.
Kevin Kelly
John Templeton Foundation
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