The hottest Discourse Substack posts right now

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It’s okay NOT to talk about politics

Civic Renaissance with Alexandra Hudson • 299 implied HN points • 27 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Discourse
  1. It's perfectly fine to avoid political discussions. There are many other topics that can keep conversations lively and enjoyable without politics.
  2. If someone brings up politics too often, it's okay to change the subject. Refreshing conversations can help strengthen relationships.
  3. Choosing civility and kindness in discussions is more important than focusing solely on political views. Focusing on shared interests can help maintain harmony in relationships.

Thoughts on the AI 2027 discourse

DYNOMIGHT INTERNET NEWSLETTER • 828 implied HN points • 23 Jun 25
🕹 Technology Discourse
  1. The discourse around AI 2027 shows both excitement for its predictions and criticism regarding its methods. This mix of reactions indicates a deep interest and concern about the future of AI.
  2. Peer review in academic work has flaws and can often delay important findings. This can sometimes result in long and complicated processes that may not effectively ensure the accuracy of research.
  3. An open and collaborative approach to discussing and critiquing ideas, like what's happening with AI 2027, could lead to better outcomes. When people engage directly and constructively, it helps improve the ideas being presented.

My Family Was Hunted by Nazis. But I Was Fired After ‘Defending Hitler.’

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 5499 implied HN points • 26 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Discourse
  1. The author was fired from their job at _The Seattle Times_ after a Twitter post comparing Lenin and Hitler, leading to accusations of defending Hitler.
  2. The author's work as a journalist focused on stories of structural oppression in Asia, including sexism and neo-Nazi trends, driven by personal family history.
  3. The situation highlights the challenges of engaging in divisive discussions online and the impact of social media controversies on personal and professional life.

What is this Substack even about?

Disaffected Newsletter • 1338 implied HN points • 18 Apr 23
🎙 Podcasts Discourse
  1. The podcast, Disaffected, explores how extreme personalities, like narcissism, affect public conversations today. It's about understanding these big feelings and behaviors that often go unnoticed.
  2. The host has personal experience with these issues, having grown up in a tough home environment. This background helps shape the discussions in the podcast.
  3. The show aims to provide insights and support for listeners who relate to the topics of emotional instability and personal struggles. There's a mix of articles and videos to help people dive deeper into the discussions.
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The coming pro-smoking discourse

Read Max • 3504 implied HN points • 05 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture Discourse
  1. There's a prediction that a pro-smoking discourse backed by socio-political identities is gaining momentum.
  2. Historically, contrarian arguments in favor of smoking have existed but are now potentially resurfacing in various circles.
  3. The potential pro-smoking coalition includes The Intellectual Dark Web, cool downtown art and scene kids, and 'trad' health and lifestyle influencers.

Introducing a new destination for U.S. election discourse

Substack • 923 implied HN points • 05 Sep 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Discourse
  1. Substack has launched a new U.S. election tab that collects the latest news and discussions from various politics publishers. This helps readers stay updated on hot topics easily.
  2. The new tab features a wide range of perspectives from well-known voices and helps readers discover smaller publishers. It's designed to connect people with diverse political views and insights.
  3. The election tab is part of a broader platform update that encourages collaboration among creators and aims to make it easier for readers to find content that matters to them.

How to protect your voice in the age of outrage

Random Minds by Katherine Brodsky • 210 implied HN points • 08 Jul 25
🎭️ Culture Discourse
  1. Build a supportive community to encourage open discussions. It helps if your friends can handle different opinions without turning against you.
  2. Aim for financial independence to speak your mind without fear of losing your job. Having multiple income sources can give you more freedom and security.
  3. Know what you're willing to risk when standing up for your beliefs. Some battles are worth fighting, while others can be let go without regret.

What a COVID-19 Food Fight Says About Scientific Discourse

The Honest Broker Newsletter • 1089 implied HN points • 18 Mar 24
🔬 Science Discourse
  1. One strategy in science partisanship is to associate opponents with unpopular political figures to discredit their views without engaging with the substance.
  2. Another strategy is to argue that certain debates are harmful to scientific goals, leading to avoiding critique that might impact funding or research opportunities.
  3. Partisanship in science can also involve associating legitimate arguments with totally unacceptable views, like labeling individuals with terms that discredit their opinions.

Propaganda

The Leftovers • 119 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Discourse
  1. The state of the world results from cruelty being under-reported, questioning the impact of words on changing world events.
  2. Propaganda manipulates truth, and people tend to recognize it more easily when it comes from the opposing side.
  3. Consuming one's own propaganda can weaken their position due to gullibility and uncritical acceptance.

Links and some thoughts about early critics

The Permanent Problem • 4 implied HN points • 05 Feb 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Discourse
  1. Some reviewers misread the critique as a wholesale rejection of liberal modernity, but the argument actually defends capitalism and modern progress while pointing out current dysfunctions.
  2. The book treats today’s problems as unintended consequences of mass abundance, not proof that liberal modernity was a mistake, and argues we still need economic growth and innovation to achieve widespread flourishing.
  3. There’s a growing split among centrist liberals between “brokenists,” who see serious structural problems that fuel extremism, and “anti-brokenists,” who minimize those problems, and that divide helps explain sharp disagreements among otherwise similar writers.

Everything I'm writing this quarter

The Novelleist • 640 implied HN points • 26 May 23
📚 Literature Discourse
  1. Elle Griffin is sharing updates on her writing projects and community engagement.
  2. She is offering a discount for readers to support her work and join exclusive discussions.
  3. Upcoming content includes series on Capitalism, Government, and various studies on new economies and equality.

Who is Cancel Culture Discourse For?

Dreams in the Which House • 39 implied HN points • 20 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Discourse
  1. The discourse around cancel culture is well-established and transfers easily across different contexts.
  2. For certain audiences, the fear of cancel culture can dissolve democratic antinomies in a temporary and aesthetic way.
  3. The discourse on cancel culture hovers between incompatible poles, claiming both simultaneously by constructing an opposing 'culture' that few affirmatively identify with.

Movies as Discourse Generators

The Ruffian • 147 implied HN points • 21 Dec 23
🎭️ Culture Discourse
  1. The film 'Saltburn' is more about generating discourse than delivering a cohesive narrative.
  2. Sometimes a movie designed for discussion may not be enjoyable to watch.
  3. Questioning elements in a film without clear answers may highlight its aimlessness.

Racist Command Theory

American Dreaming • 185 implied HN points • 15 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Discourse
  1. Evaluating statements solely based on the authority or identity of the speaker can be problematic.
  2. Assumptions of racism based on association rather than content can lead to unfair judgment.
  3. Avoid overgeneralizing and judging individuals based on stereotypes to combat racism.

Is Caitlin Clark Atoning or Bragging?

House of Strauss • 40 implied HN points • 12 Dec 24
🎾 Sports Discourse
  1. Caitlin Clark has changed her public image by acknowledging her privilege, which some people see as a way for her to connect with different audiences.
  2. She's gained both supporters and critics because of her race and background, with different groups interpreting her success through their own lenses.
  3. Recently named Time Magazine's Athlete of the Year, her latest quotes reflect a shift in how she addresses topics like race and responsibility in sports.

Free Speech II

Tom Thought • 19 implied HN points • 02 May 23
🎭️ Culture Discourse
  1. Cities have different approaches to free speech: some prioritize open expression even if offensive, while others value avoidance of offense.
  2. Freedom of speech is shaped by cultural norms more than legal rules, requiring a balance between expression and consequences.
  3. Creating spaces for healthy discourse involves balancing free expression with a commitment to fostering diverse ideas and viewpoints.

Distinguishing Knowing from Knowledge

Dilemmas of Meaning • 9 implied HN points • 20 Oct 23
📖 Philosophy Discourse
  1. Sometimes what we say we know is more about engaging in discourse than claiming factual knowledge.
  2. Challenges in communication arise when social media platforms incentivize broadcasting thoughts without context.
  3. Acknowledging our limitations in knowledge is the first step in addressing complex problems like fake news.