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“Most of us aren’t sure what to think about everything, but we don’t really see that modeled anywhere, right? You’re supposed to know for sure, and there’s very little intellectual humility on social media or on TV.”

How the successful marketer used ancient philosophy to overcome modern obstacles and change his mindset.

“Part of what’s happening now in the world is tension between organic animals and an inorganic digital system which is increasingly controlling and shaping the entire world.”

Can creativity really change the world? Creativity Pioneers argue that it can. By using art, culture, and imagination, these innovators are tackling some of the most pressing social issues of […]

“The problem with conspiracy theories is they’re not just telling you a story, they’re telling you a really good story. There’s a hidden cabal behind everything that’s happening, there’s a secret pattern that you just have to be smart enough to detect.”

Meet the ‘brain coach’ who has found a way to flip negative thoughts and actions and use them for good We’re all assigned a label at some point in our […]

“Why is it that the quality of our information did not improve over thousands of years? Why is it that very sophisticated societies have been as susceptible as stone age tribes to mass delusion and the rise of destructive ideologies?”

“When we face a problem, our natural tendency is to race ahead – but some friction is actually a good thing.”

Kaelynn Partlow shares her story about life with autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, and how finding the right diagnosis helped her embrace her neurodivergent identity.

“I’m often asked: “Are great strategic thinkers born, or are they made?” And my answer is always yes. Like so many human capabilities, it’s a mixture of nature, nurture and experience.”

Through woodworking, John Furniss, known as The Blind Woodsman, discovered a new purpose and a way to share his vision with the world.

Eric Siegel, Co-Founder & CEO, Gooder AI, argues machine learning (ML) projects go astray because their stakeholders focus too often on the technological fireworks — the “rocket science” of predictive models.

“If we didn’t find helping other people pleasurable, we wouldn’t be altruistic.”

“People will claim that something is rigorous because it’s by an authority figure or it’s written in a book. But anyone can write a book.”

From nothing to everything: How zero changed our understanding of the universe, forever.

Who decides what’s “normal” and why? As social norms increasingly dissolve, here’s how to find true guidance.

What would the world be like if we focused on “the inherent beauty of math,” rather than its technical aspects? A statistician reflects:

Statistician Talithia Williams on how math is the clearest path to understanding our existence.

The winners of the remote work boom? Utah, Arizona, and Maine. Here’s what the US’ post-pandemic migration looks like.

How do scientists measure and define life in the natural world? Dr. Lee Cronin gives us a definition, in 4 minutes:

Algorithms dictate a lot more than your social media feeds. Here’s how to win back your agency.

Have we evolved to understand multiple rejections on Bumble, or survive more than one ghosting from Tinder? Christine Emba explores the sociology of modern dating and how to make them more ethical.

What drives the universe’s expansion? Chemist Lee Cronin explains the theories linking time, space, and selection, providing a fresh perspective on this cosmic mystery.

Biological evolution in humans has slowed. Can AI, culture wars, and modern tech explain why?

Eric Siegel has been in the AI field since 1991. He’s “horrified” by the AI hype bubble, but not for the reason you think.

These 5 human development principles could completely change the way we think about learning and potential.

Challenging the loneliness stigma can change your life. Here’s how to start.

“You can find examples of really big environmental problems that we’ve already solved.” Climate change is solvable, argues Hannah Ritchie.