fun facts

Overtourism in Japan.

Overtourism in Japan. “Think about a city you love — it’s likely because of walkability, greenery, great architecture, and fun local shops and restaurants. Only psychopaths love Manhattan because of Duane Reade. If you’ve ever wondered why overtourism can be […]

big ideas

Dynamic economics.

“Type 1 companies have new ideas: early radio, jet aircraft, semiconductor and internet companies were type 1.Type 2 companies steal ideas; early Facebook or Ali Baba are classic type 2 companies. Type 3 companies are Walmart, and Type 4 are […]

thoughts of food

The Soviet people’s car.

“Modeled on the Fiat-124, the result was the Lada 2101. But before it could hit Soviet roads, it had to be adapted for local conditions. Engineers reinforced the suspension to handle unpaved roads, strengthened the body to withstand harsh winters, […]

better doing

Breaking down the infinite workday.

Microsoft did some research to discover that people are working a lot more. Not to worry, AI agents (from Microsoft) will be the solution: “There’s a new generation of professionals rising through the chaos—not by working more, but by working […]

better doing

The neuroscience of achieving your goals.

“No matter who you are, and no matter what kind of goal you’re pursuing, there’s a single brain circuit that governs all goal related behavior. The brain circuit that Alexander used to conquer Greece is the exact same one that […]

tech, startups, internet

The power of great brand.

An interview with Preston Rutherford, cofounder of Chubbies last decade and a brand marketing tech platform this decade. “Preston also unpacks how metrics and feedback loops can help measure the success of brand-building efforts and shares insights on how Chubbies […]