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Open Thread 319

Astral Codex Ten • 3166 implied HN points • 11 Mar 24
🚌 Education Discussion Contest Opportunity
  1. Updates on the 2023 Forecasting Contest were shared, including progress on showing everyone's score, correction on commenter performance, potential prize donation, and interactive analyses by Jordan Breffle.
  2. A comment on race and lived experience sparked discussion on Roma heritage and the challenges faced by different groups, revealing complexities in language and identity.
  3. The Center for Effective Altruism is seeking a new head of communications, offering a significant remote position with a salary up to mid-6-figures.

Transcript: America This Week, Episode 80: “A Circle of Censorious Friends”

TK News by Matt Taibbi • 1243 implied HN points • 16 Mar 24
🎙 Podcasts Discussion Technology Social Issues
  1. Walter Kirn's experience driving a Tesla highlights the challenges and dangers of relying solely on a car's computerized systems for navigation instead of traditional mirrors and manual controls.
  2. Matt Taibbi and Walter discuss the shift in technology within cars from being easily fixable by ordinary people to now requiring specialized mechanics, raising concerns about accessibility and safety.
  3. The conversation emphasizes the importance of staying connected to the driving experience through senses like sight and touch, questioning the reliability of solely depending on technology while driving.

Open Thread 318

Astral Codex Ten • 1858 implied HN points • 04 Mar 24
🚌 Education Discussion
  1. This post is part of a weekly open thread where users can share and discuss various topics.
  2. Manifold Markets is hosting a prediction market conference called Manifest, scheduled for June 7 to 9th, with early bird tickets available at $499.
  3. Jessica Ocean from the PsychCrisis blog has shared interesting insights on Proposition 1 regarding mental health funding in the California primary.

Transcript: America This Week, Episode 77, February 23, 2024

TK News by Matt Taibbi • 1578 implied HN points • 25 Feb 24
🎙 Podcasts Discussion Analysis Politics
  1. There was a discussion on the America This Week show about the 'insta-threat' from Russia and a review of 'Sonny's Blues'.
  2. The hosts mentioned a fabricated story about a Russian threat to influence the passing of a military aid bill for Ukraine.
  3. The conversation included references to apocalyptic news and the use of space nukes as a topic of fear mongering.
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Weekly Reality Report

Reality's Last Stand • 687 implied HN points • 04 Feb 24
🚌 Education Lecture Presentation Discussion
  1. The Weekly Reality Report is a publication for paying subscribers that includes article roundups, reading lists, news headlines, and a special Moment of Zen.
  2. Renowned evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins endorsed a lecture on the sex binary and its importance.
  3. The author shares a presentation exploring the motivations behind challenging the binary nature of sex.

Open Thread #27

Fisted by Foucault • 133 implied HN points • 27 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Photography Discussion
  1. The author shares about their activities like enjoying the day outside, starting work for the weekend, and plans for upcoming essays about the War in Ukraine and the Spanish Civil War.
  2. Readers are invited to use the thread to discuss various topics, ask questions, give recommendations, or share criticisms, while also being presented with random photographs taken by the author.
  3. The post includes multiple links to view photographs and engage in the discussion thread at the end of the post.

Talking Non-Conformism with Carlos

Bet On It • 45 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Essays Discussion
  1. Non-conformism can be a mix of common sense and eccentricity, different from conformism which was more functional in the past than in today's world.
  2. Despite the appeal of non-conformism, conformism is the norm, possibly due to its historical functionality.
  3. The shift from functional conformism in ancestral environments to the complexity of non-conformism in modern society indicates changing societal needs.

It's The Podcast, In Newsletter Form!

Highlighted by Highly Enthused • 275 implied HN points • 18 Oct 23
🎙 Podcasts Recommendations Discussion Entertainment
  1. The newsletter format includes more recommendations for subscribers, with bonus content for paid members.
  2. The newsletter covers a variety of content like restaurant reviews, book, movie, and TV recommendations, and shopping suggestions.
  3. Readers are encouraged to upgrade to paid subscription for exclusive content and access to the 'Fast Five' recommendations.

A Conversation with Glenn Loury

Imperfect Information • 39 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🎙 Podcasts Interview Review Discussion
  1. The conversation with Glenn Loury covered various topics like self-censorship on campus, prediction markets, exposure to deadly force, and game theory elements in his forthcoming memoir.
  2. Glenn Loury and Rajiv Sethi have a longstanding relationship of collaboration and mutual respect, despite their occasional disagreements.
  3. Glenn Loury's memoir, 'Late Admissions: Confessions of a Black Conservative', has received high praise from various reviewers, showcasing its cultural richness and originality.

Catch up with Nina Stibbe on The Shift Bookclub Live

The Shift With Sam Baker • 79 implied HN points • 14 Dec 23
🎭️ Culture Bookclub Conversation Discussion Literature
  1. Nina Stibbe discusses topics like running away from home at 60, learning to be alone, and the 'menopause movement' on The Shift Bookclub Live.
  2. The conversation in the bookclub ranged from personal experiences like taking a year out of marriage to broader discussions about fear of finances and the rise of the 'menopause movement'.
  3. You can catch up with the discussion with Nina Stibbe at any time by watching the recording on YouTube.

Catch up with The Shift Bookclub Live with Anna Funder

The Shift With Sam Baker • 119 implied HN points • 12 Sep 23
🎭️ Culture Books Feminism Author Discussion
  1. The Shift Bookclub discussed topics like misogyny, domestic labor, and erasure of women in history during a live session with author Anna Funder.
  2. Anna Funder highlighted the importance of acknowledging the artists' true selves in relation to 'can you love the art but hate the artist' debate.
  3. The conversation touched upon the significance of recognizing the roles of women in history like Eileen O'Shaughnessy, Orwell's wife.

HackerNews Ranking Algorithm: How would you have done it?

Vigneshwarar’s Newsletter • 181 HN points • 09 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Algorithms Ranking Discussion Search Engine Manipulation
  1. The current HackerNews ranking algorithm is based on a simple formula involving points, age, and a constant factor.
  2. Proposing a new approach called HackerRank that incorporates PageRank-like scoring for user profiles based on upvotes and takes flagging into account.
  3. Additional ideas for improving the ranking algorithm include considering user submission upvotes, reading time, and website reputation.

RealFemSapien Podcast

Doc Hammer's Anvil • 157 implied HN points • 05 Mar 23
🎙 Podcasts Discussion
  1. RealFemSapien Podcast is about tonic masculinity and societal issues.
  2. The podcast featured guests discussing what went wrong in the world and how to address it.
  3. The discussion was held live on Youtube with several participants.

Middle East 101, Week XII

The Cosmopolitan Globalist • 2 implied HN points • 07 Mar 24
🌍 World Politics Middle East History Discussion Legacy
  1. The Middle East 101 class decided to explore the Iranian Revolution for a week, even though it wasn't originally part of the syllabus.
  2. Guest speaker Shay Khatiri, born and raised in Iran, will contribute to the discussion about the Iranian Revolution's legacy.
  3. The class aims to first understand the historical events that led to the creation of the Islamic Republic before delving into current events.

Listen to my interview with William Ramsey

Anxiety Addiction & Ascension • 19 implied HN points • 18 Aug 23
🎙 Podcasts Interview Discussion
  1. JJ Dawson has had multiple appearances on William Ramsey's podcast covering various topics like the COVID experience in Australia and ESG.
  2. The recent interview with William Ramsey delved into existential questions and spirituality, offering a thought-provoking conversation.
  3. The podcast episodes cover a range of subjects from ESG economic infiltration to the trans issue, providing diverse and engaging content.