Will Blakey

The gold standard of science writing

Revisado: 07-30-22

This book is phenomenonal and idk why it’s so underappreciated. This book has some of the best examples for understanding the cognitive biases that underly risk perception. I learned so much about concepts in behavioral econ, psychology, and journalism. The book manages to be firm and evidence based without being condescending or paternalistic. It’s empowering and I think one of the best books to think about covid (despite being written over a decade ago. Great stuff

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Well done

Revisado: 02-07-22

Excellent summation of how polarization happens and how we might be able to find our way out - large scale and counterintuitive focus is helpful for complex prob like polarization

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A challenge of empathy

Revisado: 10-29-21

This book is powerful and provocative. A really interesting read on what it’s like to face a destructive illness with no end in sight. Ross does a great job as always of challenging you to see things from a different perspective. Loved this read.

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Great review of modern art

Revisado: 07-26-21

This book was so much fun to listen to. Opened up a whole new world for me (modern art). Will say, you will need to look up the pieces as you listen (which can be challenging at times) but well worth it in my opinion!

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A really good book

Revisado: 06-25-21

Rauch’s analogy between the constitutional design from James Madison & the way in which our reality-based institutions (science, journalism, law, etc.) are supposed to operate is brilliant. His argument for ensuring that these institutions operate the way they were designed (based on pluralism, a commitment to truth with rules and accountability) is much needed. This book helped clarify my thinking so much on this topic, where it really can be disorienting to know what to believe given how much information is out there.

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Fun read

Revisado: 06-11-21

This book is awesome. A very balanced perspective on the role that alcohol should play in our lives. I love the evolutionary insights about why we have wanted to get drunk for so long and continue to despite the costs. The book is wonderfully written, and yes the narrator speed is kindof annoying but if you speed up the narration speed you won’t even notice. Great read!

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Fired up

Revisado: 05-02-21

This book is awesome. I got so stoked on being an American and making change to the system towards the end of the book that I forgot parties were even a thing for a sec. I think these reforms are necessary, but perhaps not sufficient to stop gridlock and polarization. Polarization is pretty deep in the culture so I think cultural changes are needed as well as these electoral/legislative reforms. Hyped on getting more people excited about fixing these problems though!

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Amazing book

Revisado: 04-20-21

An absolute masterpiece. In this book Amanda Ripley shows that in order to get people out of intense conflict you have to make them feel understood and heard.

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Phenomenal Book

Revisado: 04-07-21

A comprehensive look at what drives social media polarization and how to stop it. If you find yourself on social media getting frustrated at the level of animosity or incivility coming from friends/family/acquaintances, Bail lets you know you’re not alone in this frustration. The book gives you some nice insights into what the incentives are that drive those individuals to become openly hostile to half the country. A thoughtful nonjudgmental work. 5 stars.

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Most thoughtful piece of writing I’ve ever read

Revisado: 03-16-21

I don’t know who this guy is, but this short book was one of the best books I’ve ever read. Absolute perfection, couldn’t recommend enough.

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