The India Uncut Newsletter A newsletter by Amit Varma, once a blogger at India Uncut, now a podcaster at The Seen and the Unseen.
Anatomy of a Folly 0 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24 🎭️ Culture Film Storytelling Creativity Reflection Don't rush to judgement; things are more complicated than they seem. Storytelling simplifies reality but to understand the world fully, embrace complexity. Avoid seeking simple narratives; thrive by delving into complexities.
A Neta Walks Into Starbucks 0 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24 🎭️ Culture Society Communication Economics Art Ideas Imagine a scenario where price controls are imposed on coffee - think about the consequences. Trees are social beings connected underground, while humans communicate and coordinate through prices. Price controls can lead to shortages and disrupt society - examples with Uber surge pricing and taxi fare regulations.
Face With Tears of Joy 0 implied HN points • 31 Jan 24 🏥 Health & Wellness Positivity Lifestyle Aging Learning Emotions Positivity can lead to action, negativity often leads to inaction. Emojis can be more honest than words because they express genuine emotions. It's never too late to start something new and succeed, regardless of age.
An Ode to Perun (and Orry) 0 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24 🎭️ Culture Creators Media Celebrities Information Society Experts don't need to exude certainty; nuance and depth are valued. Gatekeepers are irrelevant in the creator economy; creators can express themselves on their own terms. Content is key over style; substance matters more than production quality.
Insiders and Outsiders 0 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24 🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Reform Partisanship Public Service Political Dynamics Two main approaches to bringing about change: Insiders and Outsiders. Outsiders might focus on moving the Overton Window and playing the long game, while Insiders work on making incremental changes. Both Insiders and Outsiders can face challenges with unprincipled individuals, but there are also genuine and valuable contributors from both groups.
'How We Spend Our Days Is How We Spend Our Lives' 0 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24 📖 Philosophy Life philosophy Achievement Mindfulness Learning Work ethic Grand goals are a waste of time - focus on the present instead. Practice what you love because it doesn't feel like drudgery, it's enjoyable. Put in the hours and enjoy the process to achieve excellence.
They Stole a Bridge. They Stole a Pond 0 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24 🌍 World Politics Governance Scams Economics Youth Population A group in Bihar stole a 60-foot steel bridge using bulldozers and gas cutters. A pond in Bihar was stolen by criminals who built a hut over it and fled the scene. A gang in Bihar scammed over 10,000 men by promising them money for impregnating women in a masterclass of deception.