tech, startups, internet
How big is software?
This is a short and interesting read. “Patio11’s Law: The software economy is bigger than you think, even when you take into account Patio11’s Law.” | learn more
oh, chicago
Chicago leads among heartland cities attracting VC
“America’s Mighty Middle Report, published by Crunchbase and Omaha-based Dundee Venture Capital, shows that over the last decade, Chicago leads the region’s VC funding at $15.2 billion, followed by Austin at $11.8 billion and Denver at $10.5 billion.” | learn more
oh, chicago
Chicago should legalize coach houses
I didn’t even realize they were illegal. “Urban Land Institute Chicago report says the additional units would help address the city’s lack of affordable housing.” | learn more
fun facts
30 animals that look like they’re about to drop new albums
Fun photos here – nothing else. | learn more
fun facts
The original first pair of Air Jordan sneakers smash auction records
The Sotheby’s auction is still running, and they’re already going for $240,000. | learn more
fun facts
Capone, king of crime
This snarky Vanity Fair article from May 1931 offers, “highlights in the life of Chicago’s celebrated racketeer who is seeking new worlds to conquer.” | learn more
on the blockchain
Bitcoin has a new buyer: billionaire hedge fund manager Paul Tudor Jones
“Thinking about what store of value assets will be winners in ten years’ time, [Jones] stated “at the end of the day, the best profit-maximizing strategy is to own the fastest horse. Just own the best performer and not get […]
big ideas
Universities are in trouble
“Schools should expect a 15% decline in enrollment next fall and a $45 billion decline in revenue from tuition, room and board and other services, according to the American Council on Education, the nation’s largest advocacy group for colleges and […]
thoughts of food
Why this pig farmer loves the idea of a plant-based diet
Much of this article is a direct response to Georgia Ede’s attacks on the EAT-Lancet nutritional guidelines (which is a big part of the video above). It’s a solid counterweight to her arguments, though I think doesn’t diminish the serious […]
thoughts of food
A presentation defending animal consumption
Georgia Ede, a nutritional psychiatrist (I’m not certain what that is), gave this very intriguing talk in February. “During her presentation, Ede delineates the various ways authoritative bodies such as the USDA and World Health Organization, through their spread of […]