Product & Startup Builder
The Party That Embraced Him
Yup. Or heal the cultural fault-lines and the deplorable voters who voted him in and continue to drive his support’
Trump’s Ukraine Extortion Scheme
This is the funniest thing I’ve read all month
Article shared via Nymag: “Report: Trump’s Ukraine Extortion Scheme Was Financed by Russians”
Vote Pete Buttigieg
The most articulate, thoughtful, engaged and engaging candidate. Vote Mayor Pete
What Education Should Be
Bad Memory
Bad news: My memory is so crap that I can’t remember that sometimes I’ve already heard/done something
Good news: I’m so consistent that I usually act/react the same way anyway.
Just found out from my FB memories that I learned the word “sagacious” 3 years ago today. I took a screenshot of the definition and posted it on FB. Guess what? I learned it again yesterday (totally forgot about the first time) and also took a screenshot and put it on Facebook.
Hilarious
Living In The Future
One of the toughest relationships of my life has been the one with time.
I’ve always felt like I was living in the future, trying to drag the present (kicking and screaming) to a place I imagine in my head. Somewhat exhausting.
At the same time, I’ve always been hyper-aware of how little time I have to achieve my goals and to experience the things I want to experience. Part of it is being conscious of my inevitable death, but part of it is also based on some inexplicable belief that I may get very ill at around 40.
Yesterday I got another bought of the man-flu. Whenever I get it, I have a terrible night of nausea that really ruins my night/day. I can’t imagine having something more serious that lasts for a sustained period of time. A real illness that gets in the way of my agency and experience. It’s an ongoing fear that is part of the motivation behind everything I do.
An internal monologue of “Move fast. Hustle. Up-and-to-the-right. Don’t take the time and health for granted.”
Health, and time, are the most precious resources of all.
Appreciate what you have and get shit done.
"Hollywood Liberal Elites"
One of the most underrated forces acting on the geopolitical landscape of the world generally, and acting in support of American power specifically, over the last 50 years, is Hollywood movies.
They articulate, justify and/or glorify American values and narratives. Even when they're critical of America, American actions or American Narratives, they demonstrates a sense of self-reflection, freedom of expression and honesty in the face of often tragic missteps or flaws.
It's ironic that the far right hates the "hollywood liberal elites".
This kind of soft power has been unmatched in human history and is likely far, far more responsible for American leadership/influence than most people are aware.
What Do You Want To Be Remembered For?
Listen to his answer to the last question “What do you want to be remembered for”
Love Star Trek
If you don’t love Star Trek, you’re not paying enough attention h/t Mitchell Saad
Aussie Non-Alcoholic Spirit
Info Travels Faster Than Context
We live in a time where Information travels faster than context.
Streaming Wars
I love how laid back this guy appears to be. Things just seem less intense when he repeats it back. Useful in a time of hyperbole and polarization
Key to Success is . . .
Key to success is to be contrarian and be right
Skepticism v. Real Insight
I love how patient and authoritative Dara is with Kara. I love when someone who’s never run something at scale pretends they understand how investment, innovation, and business works. Skepticism is often used as an easy substitute for real insight.
Also, I’d give anything to be a fly on the wall for the debates between Dara and Travis 🙂
Credible Language
Naive/immature language:
“We should X!!”
More Sophisticated/creditable language:
“There are many options here. One good example is X. X has a number of pros and cons. My sense is we should try X and measure what happens”
Historic Impeachment Remarks
Australian Bushfire Crisis
Living A Good Life Is A Lot Like Spirited Driving
Living a good life is a lot like spirited driving. Focus, watch out for your blind spots, make the smallest possible effective inputs, don’t hesitate, don’t panic and avoid random shit getting in your way.