The hottest Myths Substack posts right now

And their main takeaways

Deserving

New Means • 1611 implied HN points • 16 Apr 23

Capitalism thrives on the dangerous faith that everyone deserves very little except for the wealthy elite.
The concept of deserving is deeply ingrained in society and has evolved to emphasize extreme luxury and material possessions.
In a capitalist society, rights and needs are not guaranteed but must be fought for through struggle, organization, and collective agreement.

English myths and folk traditions

The Art of Enchantment, with Dr Sharon Blackie • 858 implied HN points • 13 Apr 23

🎭️ Culture Myths

The post discusses English myths and folk traditions, focusing on the traditions in countries that still speak Celtic languages.
The content is intended for paid subscribers, demonstrating a specific audience and value.
Dr. Sharon Blackie is a Celtic Studies scholar with a background in myth and storytelling.

Apple's "Perpetual, Royalty-Free License" and Other Arm Myths

The Chip Letter • 2620 implied HN points • 10 Apr 23

🕹 Technology Hardware Myths License Architecture History

Debunking myths about Apple's perpetual royalty-free license for Arm products.
Exploring the misconception that Arm is a legacy architecture.
Clarifying the misunderstanding that Arm is not truly RISC.

English myths and folk traditions (2)

The Art of Enchantment, with Dr Sharon Blackie • 678 implied HN points • 30 Apr 23

🎭️ Culture Myths

In English myths and folk traditions, there is a story about Albinia, the woman who 'founded' Britain and gave it her name.
The story of Albinia is often not widely known, even among lovers of myth and history.
Exploring myths and folk traditions can reveal lesser-known stories and perspectives of historical figures.

Talking science communication with a Mythbuster

Science Forever • 119 implied HN points • 26 Feb 24

🔬 Science Communication Research Experiment Climate change Myths

Science communication should be personalized and emotional to engage people effectively.
Revisiting and retesting myths is an essential part of the scientific process and can lead to different results.
Encouraging transparency in scientific publishing, advocating for open access, and embracing the self-correcting nature of science can help address the reproducibility crisis.

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Bogus History

David Friedman’s Substack • 233 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24

💾 History Myths Political Economics

Bogus historical stories can teach true lessons but lack evidence
False historical facts can survive due to people's desire to feel superior to ancestors
Political factoids can be fabricated to support or reject certain positions

Three biggest productivity myths

10x your mind • 59 implied HN points • 09 Feb 23

🏥 Health & Wellness Productivity Myths Work Fun Action

Having fun doesn't necessarily mean you're wasting time; it can also stimulate creativity and problem-solving.
Merely staying busy without achieving tangible results is a form of 'fake work' that hinders productivity.
True productivity lies in creating and sharing your work with others, not just getting lost in planning or research.

There is only one way of knowing about the natural world: Science

Critical Mass • 35 implied HN points • 03 Mar 23

🔬 Science Education Myths Culture Biology Chemistry

Science is the only way to understand the natural world
Cultural traditions should not mix facts with myths in science education
It is essential to separate science from myth in order to truly understand the universe

Re-membering women's stories

The Art of Enchantment, with Dr Sharon Blackie • 159 implied HN points • 11 Nov 16

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Myths

In myths and fairytales about women, the initiatory event often involves dismemberment.
Examples include Sedna, whose father throws her into the sea because she does not conform to his wishes.
This post is only accessible to paid subscribers.

The Turning of the Age

Charles Eisenstein • 4 implied HN points • 10 Mar 24

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Myths Community support Cynicism

The idea of a 'New Age' has been around for a long time but has not yet come to fruition due to our unreadiness to actively choose it.
Despite past failures, the concept of a New Age continues to hold significance as a potential path towards a more meaningful and purposeful existence.
Transitioning from the old story to the new involves personal and collective support, including engagement with diverse topics and group discussions.

Google Busts a Coffee Myth

Life Since the Baby Boom • 5 HN points • 28 Nov 23

🍲 Food & Drink Coffee Brewing Myths

Google tested if people can taste the difference between fresh and old coffee beans. The results were surprising.
Blind taste tests are important to determine if people can actually taste a difference in food or drinks.
Individual experiences can differ from general population perceptions. Try different things to find what works best for you.

Litera chewer

the rohn report • 19 implied HN points • 01 Sep 20

📚 Literature Myths Storytelling Classics Culture

Literature has been a form of entertainment and storytelling that dates back to ancient times, from oral recitations around campfires to written works like Homer's Odyssey, influencing cultures for thousands of years.
Our modern means of content creation like social media with limited characters and emojis may lack the depth and richness of traditional literature and storytelling.
Literature is seen as a powerful and transformative element of human culture, providing illumination for readers and catharsis for writers, considered one of humanity's greatest accomplishments.

Nuclear Energy to combat the Climate Crisis

Identity Revive • 2 HN points • 04 Aug 23

🌞 Climate & Environment Nuclear Energy Climate Crisis Myths

The post discusses using nuclear energy to address the climate crisis.
It aims to debunk myths surrounding nuclear energy.
The content is focused on economics and technology, not cybersecurity.

the rohn report and chaos

the rohn report • 0 implied HN points • 13 Aug 20

📚 Literature Myths Chaos Storytelling Fiction Creativity

Online platforms like Medium, The Sun, and Elephant Journal offer different opportunities for writers with unique publishing styles and payment methods.
Substack provides writers with independence, a way to build an audience, and a subscription payment option free from the influence of social media giants.
Creation myths from different cultures share a common theme of renewal and rebirth emerging from chaos, suggesting that even in the current chaotic times, hope for a positive outcome remains.

jack and the beanstalk

the rohn report • 0 implied HN points • 13 Feb 21

📚 Literature Myths Storytelling Humanity Ancient History

Our ancient stories reflect our history, showing us what mattered to us and how we evolved.
Fairy tales, like 'Jack and the Beanstalk,' hold profound messages about courage, heroism, and human nature.
Stories, from ancient myths to modern TV shows, remind us of our strengths, aspirations, and the importance of laughter.

Myth: One High-Saturated Fat Meal Can Be Bad

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 13 Jan 09

🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Research Myths Fats Health Effects

Eating one high-saturated fat meal may not be as harmful as popularly believed, as research findings were misinterpreted and exaggerated.
The study on saturated fat and arterial health had limitations, such as small sample size, and failed to conclusively link saturated fat intake to inflammation.
The difference in the study's findings between coconut oil and safflower oil could potentially be attributed to the varied vitamin E content in the oils rather than the type of fat, highlighting the need for further research.