Mentally Unscripted
145 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsDiscover how to use critical thinking to tear complex issues down to their simple basics and have productive conversations with friends and family about any topic under the sun.
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Ep57 – The Fog of War or the Fog of Propaganda?
March 03, 2022 22:26 - 1 hourThis week, Stefan and Scott wade back into current events to talk about the war between Russia and Ukraine. But, unlike seemingly everyone on social media, we aren't here to tell you what to think. Instead, we give you some tools to analyze the deluge of information and reach your own, honest conclusion. Is Putin a madman hellbent on nuking the world, or is Ukraine's friendliness towards the west threatened Russia's security? After listening to this episode, you won't need Twidiots to tell y...
Ep57 – The Fog of War or the Fog of Propaganda?
March 03, 2022 22:26 - 1 hourThis week, Stefan and Scott wade back into current events to talk about the war between Russia and Ukraine. But, unlike seemingly everyone on social media, we aren't here to tell you what to think. Instead, we give you some tools to analyze the deluge of information and reach your own, honest conclusion. Is Putin a madman hellbent on nuking the world, or is Ukraine's friendliness towards the west threatened Russia's security? After listening to this episode, you won't need Twidiots to tell ...
Ep56 – First Forays into Crypto and Did We Just Discover Who Is Satoshi Nakamoto? with Mental Supermodels
February 19, 2022 19:08 - 1 hourNote: We discuss investing, finance, and money in this episode. It’s simply four guys talking and no one should construe anything in this episode as investment, financial, money, legal, or any other kind of advice. By the way, Myron is not Satoshi . . . or is he? This week, Stefan and Scott welcome back Myron and Jeremy of Mental Supermodels. This time we hash out our beginner experiences with cryptocurrencies. We cover how our thinking has evolved from our first forays into the world of dig...
Ep56 – First Forays into Crypto and Did We Just Discover Who Is Satoshi Nakamoto? with Mental Supermodels
February 19, 2022 19:08 - 1 hourNote: We discuss investing, finance, and money in this episode. It’s simply four guys talking and no one should construe anything in this episode as investment, financial, money, legal, or any other kind of advice. By the way, Myron is not Satoshi . . . or is he? This week, Stefan and Scott welcome back Myron and Jeremy of Mental Supermodels. This time we hash out our beginner experiences with cryptocurrencies. We cover how our thinking has evolved from our first forays into the world of di...
Ep55 – Why IP Laws Destroy Innovation and How Creatives Can Profit Without Them with Stephan Kinsella
February 10, 2022 11:00 - 1 hourThis week, Stefan and Scott welcome Stephan Kinsella to Mentally Unscripted. Stephan is a brilliant, articulate libertarian legal scholar who explains why the mainstream notion that intellectual property spurs innovation is wrong. He dives in by telling us why IP laws are simply government-issued monopolies that actually impede innovation. He explains why removing IP laws would make us more prosperous. And closes by discussing other innovative ways creators can profit without protectionist ...
Ep55 – Why IP Laws Destroy Innovation and How Creatives Can Profit Without Them with Stephan Kinsella
February 10, 2022 11:00 - 1 hourThis week, Stefan and Scott welcome Stephan Kinsella to Mentally Unscripted. Stephan is a brilliant, articulate libertarian legal scholar who explains why the mainstream notion that intellectual property spurs innovation is wrong. He dives in by telling us why IP laws are simply government-issued monopolies that actually impede innovation. He explains why removing IP laws would make us more prosperous. And closes by discussing other innovative ways creators can profit without protectionist...
Ep54 – Mental Supermodels on Bitcoin Maximalism, Neil Young v. Joe Rogan, and Is That a New Mental Model?
February 03, 2022 11:00 - 1 hourStefan is back this week, so you’re spared another week of Scott’s implacable droning. In Episode 47, Stefan and Scott recorded a short segment on Bitcoin Maximalism. Their friends Myron and Jeremy of Mental Supermodels recently released an episode that built on those initial insights. Today, Stefan and Scott returned the favor by adding their thoughts to Myron and Jeremy's. They define Bitcoin Maximalism then discuss its advantages and disadvantages and whether it's the best philosophy f...
Ep54 – Mental Supermodels on Bitcoin Maximalism, Neil Young v. Joe Rogan, and Is That a New Mental Model?
February 03, 2022 11:00 - 1 hourStefan is back this week, so you’re spared another week of Scott’s implacable droning. In Episode 47, Stefan and Scott recorded a short segment on Bitcoin Maximalism. Their friends Myron and Jeremy of Mental Supermodels recently released an episode that built on those initial insights. Today, Stefan and Scott returned the favor by adding their thoughts to Myron and Jeremy's. They define Bitcoin Maximalism then discuss its advantages and disadvantages and whether it's the best philosophy ...
Ep53 – Garbage Truth, Stare Decisis, and Constitutional Interpretation! Supreme Court Confirmation Hearings are Coming!
January 28, 2022 18:13 - 43 minutesStefan is still sidelined, so I’m again going solo to talk about judicial review. Justice Stephen Breyer announced his retirement, and we’re already starting to hear about possible replacements. So, get ready to listen to pundits talking about stare decisis and judicial activism. In this episode, I will explain some of the significant theories of judicial review and explain why it doesn’t matter. As always, we're building a community around Mentally Unscripted. So, share this episode with ...
Ep53 – Garbage Truth, Stare Decisis, and Constitutional Interpretation! Supreme Court Confirmation Hearings are Coming!
January 28, 2022 18:13 - 43 minutesStefan is still sidelined, so I’m again going solo to talk about judicial review. Justice Stephen Breyer announced his retirement, and we’re already starting to hear about possible replacements. So, get ready to listen to pundits talking about stare decisis and judicial activism. In this episode, I will explain some of the significant theories of judicial review and explain why it doesn’t matter. As always, we're building a community around Mentally Unscripted. So, share this episode with y...
Ep52 – Vaccine Mandates and Hiding Elephants in Mouseholes at the Supreme Court
January 24, 2022 21:06 - 1 hourStefan found himself on the DL for this episode, so I went solo and tackled the U.S. Supreme Court's recent ruling in the OSHA vaccine mandate case and why it's not necessarily the primary victory, some claim. I start the podcast by explaining administrative law and why an executive agency like OSHA can make laws despite the Constitution not granting law-making authority to the executive branch. I also briefly recap on how we got to this point in the vaccine mandate case and what's to come. ...
Ep52 – Vaccine Mandates and Hiding Elephants in Mouseholes at the Supreme Court
January 24, 2022 21:06 - 1 hourStefan found himself on the DL for this episode, so I went solo and tackled the U.S. Supreme Court's recent ruling in the OSHA vaccine mandate case and why it's not necessarily the primary victory, some claim. I start the podcast by explaining administrative law and why an executive agency like OSHA can make laws despite the Constitution not granting law-making authority to the executive branch. I also briefly recap on how we got to this point in the vaccine mandate case and what's to come....
Ep51 – The Power of Stories with Eric Chow
January 14, 2022 15:53 - 57 minutesIn this episode, Stefan and I welcome Eric Chow to Mentally Unscripted. Eric is the host of The Eric Chow Empowers Podcast where he interviews people who have powerful stories of overcoming adversity. Eric is an intelligent, caring person. He shares with us his strategies for gaining the trust of people who are often uncomfortable sharing their stories. We discuss the importance of rapport and preparation. We also talk about how Eric knows when to push harder during an interview and when to ...
Ep51 – The Power of Stories with Eric Chow
January 14, 2022 15:53 - 57 minutesIn this episode, Stefan and I welcome Eric Chow to Mentally Unscripted. Eric is the host of The Eric Chow Empowers Podcast where he interviews people who have powerful stories of overcoming adversity. Eric is an intelligent, caring person. He shares with us his strategies for gaining the trust of people who are often uncomfortable sharing their stories. We discuss the importance of rapport and preparation. We also talk about how Eric knows when to push harder during an interview and when to...
Ep50 – Top 5 Insights of 2021
January 08, 2022 18:50 - 1 hourIn this episode, Stefan and I look back at 2021 to identify the tools and insights that helped us most in the last year. We limited our review to five each, so we missed many things we could have included. But we think this list is a fun and informative tool anyone can use to have a better 2022. As always, we’re building want to build a community around Mentally Unscripted. So, share this episode with your friends and interact with us at MentallyUnscripted.com. And remember, the conclusion...
Ep50 – Top 5 Insights of 2021
January 08, 2022 18:50 - 1 hourIn this episode, Stefan and I look back at 2021 to identify the tools and insights that helped us most in the last year. We limited our review to five each, so we missed many things we could have included. But we think this list is a fun and informative tool anyone can use to have a better 2022. As always, we’re building want to build a community around Mentally Unscripted. So, share this episode with your friends and interact with us at MentallyUnscripted.com. And remember, the conclusio...
Ep49 – Insights on the 3 Rocks: Sleep, Nutrition, and Exercise, with Ben Moore
December 22, 2021 11:00 - 1 hourDisclaimer: None of the people featured on this episode of Mentally Unscripted are doctors. The information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice. In today's episode, fitness coach Ben Moore joins Stefan and me. We had a fantastic conversation about sleep, nutrition, and exercise. These "3 Rocks," as Ben calls them, form the foundation of an optimal life. Ben is articulate and possesses knowledge well beyond his age....
Ep49 – Insights on the 3 Rocks: Sleep, Nutrition, and Exercise, with Ben Moore
December 22, 2021 11:00 - 1 hourDisclaimer: None of the people featured on this episode of Mentally Unscripted are doctors. The information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice. In today's episode, fitness coach Ben Moore joins Stefan and me. We had a fantastic conversation about sleep, nutrition, and exercise. These "3 Rocks," as Ben calls them, form the foundation of an optimal life. Ben is articulate and possesses knowledge well beyond his age...
Ep48 – Is Democracy the Opiate of the Masses? with Myron Weber
December 16, 2021 21:33 - 1 hourIn today's episode, Myron Weber from Mental Supermodels joins us a fascinating discussion on whether democracy is, to borrow a phrase from Marx, "the opiate of the masses," that's dulling our awareness that the United States is becoming less constitutional, less federal, and less republican. And by republican, we mean the form of government, not the political party. We had a great discussion that will give you a lot to think about regarding democracy and the direction in which the U.S. is ...
Ep48 – Is Democracy the Opiate of the Masses? with Myron Weber
December 16, 2021 21:33 - 1 hourIn today's episode, Myron Weber from Mental Supermodels joins us a fascinating discussion on whether democracy is, to borrow a phrase from Marx, "the opiate of the masses," that's dulling our awareness that the United States is becoming less constitutional, less federal, and less republican. And by republican, we mean the form of government, not the political party. We had a great discussion that will give you a lot to think about regarding democracy and the direction in which the U.S. is...
Ep47 – What Do Silicone Arms, the Lying Media, and Bitcoin Maximalism Have in Common? (and Paul's Stunning Announcement)
December 10, 2021 21:35 - 1 hourIn today's episode, we explore more exciting topics. From a story about a man with a fake arm trying to get a vaccine in Italy, we discuss what the end game for COVID-19 looks like and whether the people and organizations at the top of the world's hierarchies have a clear picture of the public health, economic, and financial landscape. We also explore our shifting paradigms. It's no longer left vs. right or communist vs. capitalist. Instead, the events surrounding COVID-19 are waking people...
Ep47 – What Do Silicone Arms, the Lying Media, and Bitcoin Maximalism Have in Common? (and Paul's Stunning Announcement)
December 10, 2021 21:35 - 1 hourIn today's episode, we explore more exciting topics. From a story about a man with a fake arm trying to get a vaccine in Italy, we discuss what the end game for COVID-19 looks like and whether the people and organizations at the top of the world's hierarchies have a clear picture of the public health, economic, and financial landscape. We also explore our shifting paradigms. It's no longer left vs. right or communist vs. capitalist. Instead, the events surrounding COVID-19 are waking people ...
Ep46 – Seeking Signal in the Mud Space of Privilege, Credibility, and NFTs
December 03, 2021 11:00 - 1 hourIn today’s episode, we explore some exciting topics. We start off by talking about the muddied world of tribal thinking and then discuss how tribal thought often overrides the concepts of authority and credibility. That line of thought then carries us into the concept of financialization. Here we ask how a focus on stock price maximization has turned many American companies from global innovators into financial zombies. Then we revisit the idea of meritocracy and explore a new way of thinki...
Ep46 – Seeking Signal in the Mud Space of Privilege, Credibility, and NFTs
December 03, 2021 11:00 - 1 hourIn today’s episode, we explore some exciting topics. We start off by talking about the muddied world of tribal thinking and then discuss how tribal thought often overrides the concepts of authority and credibility. That line of thought then carries us into the concept of financialization. Here we ask how a focus on stock price maximization has turned many American companies from global innovators into financial zombies. Then we revisit the idea of meritocracy and explore a new way of thinkin...
Ep45 – Sisyphus and How COVID Changed the Nature of Work with Sara Causey
November 24, 2021 20:38 - 33 minutesToday’s guest is Sara Causey, the owner of Causey Consulting LLC and host of the Causey Consulting podcast. Sara’s experience consulting with firms of all sizes on their recruiting and staffing needs puts her in the unique position to see how COVID and our response to it are changing the nature of how we work. Sara has excellent insights into our changing attitude towards work, from our desire to escape cubicle zombie nation to organizational insecurities that lead to micromanaging employe...
Ep45 – Sisyphus and How COVID Changed the Nature of Work with Sara Causey
November 24, 2021 20:38 - 33 minutesToday’s guest is Sara Causey, the owner of Causey Consulting LLC and host of the Causey Consulting podcast. Sara’s experience consulting with firms of all sizes on their recruiting and staffing needs puts her in the unique position to see how COVID and our response to it are changing the nature of how we work. Sara has excellent insights into our changing attitude towards work, from our desire to escape cubicle zombie nation to organizational insecurities that lead to micromanaging employ...
Ep44 – Just Get the Shot Already: The Supreme Court and Vaccine Mandates with Patrick MacFarlane
November 16, 2021 15:30 - 1 hourThere’s a lot of talk about President Joe Biden’s announced COVID-19 vaccination requirements for employees of private businesses but there’s been little talk of whether he has the authority to do so. In this episode of Mentally Unscripted, Paul and Scott welcome Patrick MacFarlane of Liberty Weekly and the Libertarian Institute to discuss the legal issues of Biden's COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Resources Liberty Weekly Liberty Weekly at the Libertarian Institute The Libertarian Institute...
Ep44 – Just Get the Shot Already: The Supreme Court and Vaccine Mandates with Patrick MacFarlane
November 16, 2021 15:30 - 1 hourThere’s a lot of talk about President Joe Biden’s announced COVID-19 vaccination requirements for employees of private businesses but there’s been little talk of whether he has the authority to do so. In this episode of Mentally Unscripted, Paul and Scott welcome Patrick MacFarlane of Liberty Weekly and the Libertarian Institute to discuss the legal issues of Biden's COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Resources * Liberty Weekly * Liberty Weekly at the Libertarian Institute * The Libertarian In...
Ep43 – How to Never Argue Again (Unless You Want To) and a Free Gift Announcement
November 11, 2021 19:14 - 49 minutesOur intention at Mentally Unscripted is to bring you better tools to improve your engagement with others. It’s not an easy task in 2021, where Tribalism and media-driven polarization make having productive conversations even harder. That’s why we’ve put together How to Never Argue Again (Unless You Want To), a free guide to help you have better conversations that don’t end with hurt feelings and lost relationships. To get it, go to Mentally Unscripted and sign up for our email list. Reso...
Ep43 – How to Never Argue Again (Unless You Want To) and a Free Gift Announcement
November 11, 2021 19:14 - 49 minutesOur intention at Mentally Unscripted is to bring you better tools to improve your engagement with others. It’s not an easy task in 2021, where Tribalism and media-driven polarization make having productive conversations even harder. That’s why we’ve put together How to Never Argue Again (Unless You Want To), a free guide to help you have better conversations that don’t end with hurt feelings and lost relationships. To get it, go to Mentally Unscripted and sign up for our email list. Resou...
Ep42 – How to Stop Fearing the Decentralized Tomorrow (crossover with Mental Supermodels)
November 05, 2021 01:43 - 1 hourMyron and Jeremy from Mental Supermodels join Scott and Paul to discuss decentralization and the big questions facing us in the future. What is decentralization? Will we continue moving toward a decentralized world and what will that world look like? What are the factors holding back our move to decentralization and how we can drive mass adoption of the decentralized tomorrow? Resources Mental Supermodels Myron Weber LinkedIn Jeremy Thomas Northwood Advisors Mental Models Economies of ...
Ep42 – How to Stop Fearing the Decentralized Tomorrow (crossover with Mental Supermodels)
November 05, 2021 01:43 - 1 hourMyron and Jeremy from Mental Supermodels join Scott and Paul to discuss decentralization and the big questions facing us in the future. What is decentralization? Will we continue moving toward a decentralized world and what will that world look like? What are the factors holding back our move to decentralization and how we can drive mass adoption of the decentralized tomorrow? Resources * Mental Supermodels * Myron Weber LinkedIn * Jeremy Thomas * Northwood Advisors Mental Models * Ec...
Ep41 – How to Stop Fearing the Decentralized Tomorrow (crossover with Mental Supermodels)
November 05, 2021 01:43 - 1 hourMyron and Jeremy from Mental Supermodels join Scott and Paul to discuss decentralization and the big questions facing us in the future. What is decentralization? Will we continue moving toward a decentralized world and what will that world look like? What are the factors holding back our move to decentralization and how we can drive mass adoption of the decentralized tomorrow? Resources Mental Supermodels Myron Weber LinkedIn Jeremy Thomas Northwood Advisors Mental Models Economies of ...
Ep41 – So What? The Tyranny of Merit and Everyone Gets a Participation Trophy
October 27, 2021 14:46 - 1 hourIs a system based on individual ability or achievement ruining society by creating a feeling of hubris in society's winners and resentment in its losers? In Mentally Unscripted episode 41, Paul and Scott review The Tyranny of Merit: What's Become of the Common Good? by Michael J. Sandel. In that book, the author claims that a merit-based system is destroying the common good. Resources * The Tyranny of Merit: What's Become of the Common Good? * Meritocracy: A system in which advancement...
Ep41 – So What? The Tyranny of Merit and Everyone Gets a Participation Trophy
October 27, 2021 14:46 - 1 hourIs a system based on individual ability or achievement ruining society by creating a feeling of hubris in society's winners and resentment in its losers? In Mentally Unscripted episode 41, Paul and Scott review The Tyranny of Merit: What's Become of the Common Good? by Michael J. Sandel. In that book, the author claims that a merit-based system is destroying the common good. Resources The Tyranny of Merit: What's Become of the Common Good? Meritocracy: A system in which advancement is b...
Ep40 – Anarchy, Chaos, and Emergent Order with Jamie Cain
October 26, 2021 21:20 - 1 hourPaul and Scott welcome Jamie Cain to Mentally Unscripted episode 40. Not only does this episode feature three incredibly manly beards, but it also includes an excellent conversation about anarchism and voluntaryism. And Paul tries to get in touch with his emotions . . . but they were screening their calls. Resources Liberty Uninterrupted (podcast) Liberty Uninterrupted (Instagram) Liberty Uninterrupted (Odysee) Liberty Uninterrupted (Youtube) No Kings Coalition Murray Rothbard L...
Ep40 – Anarchy, Chaos, and Emergent Order with Jamie Cain
October 26, 2021 21:20 - 1 hourPaul and Scott welcome Jamie Cain to Mentally Unscripted episode 40. Not only does this episode feature three incredibly manly beards, but it also includes an excellent conversation about anarchism and voluntaryism. And Paul tries to get in touch with his emotions . . . but they were screening their calls.Resources * Liberty Uninterrupted (podcast) * Liberty Uninterrupted (Instagram) * Liberty Uninterrupted (Odysee) * Liberty Uninterrupted (Youtube) * No Kings Coalition * Murray ...
Ep39 – Mortal Kombat Mental Models and Taco Flavored Protein Bars with Jeremy Thomas
October 26, 2021 21:17 - 1 hourHow do you increase your effectiveness as a manager and a leader not only to benefit your organization but to improve your career? Jeremy Thomas, the cohost of Mental Supermodels, joins Paul and Scott to discuss the mental models that will improve your career and personal interactions. And, yes, there really is a Mortal Kombat mental model. Resources * Mental Supermodels * Email Jeremy at [email protected] * Ep32 – More About Mental Models With Myron Weber of the Mental Su...
Ep39 – Mortal Kombat Mental Models and Taco Flavored Protein Bars with Jeremy Thomas
October 26, 2021 21:17 - 1 hourHow do you increase your effectiveness as a manager and a leader not only to benefit your organization but to improve your career? Jeremy Thomas, the cohost of Mental Supermodels, joins Paul and Scott to discuss the mental models that will improve your career and personal interactions. And, yes, there really is a Mortal Kombat mental model. Resources Mental Supermodels Email Jeremy at [email protected] Ep32 – More About Mental Models With Myron Weber of the Mental Supermodel...
Ep38 – Opportunity Cost is Screwing Up Your Life
October 05, 2021 10:00 - 55 minutesWhat you don’t see is as important as what you do see. Opportunity costs, costs that you don’t see, lurk in every decision. In this episode of Mentally Unscripted, Paul and Scott explain why missing those costs screws up your decision-making. Resources TK News by Matt Taibi Aaron Mate How 'do your own research' hurts America's Covid response These four words are helping spread vaccine misinformation Lex Fridman Podcast #221 – Douglas Lenat You’ll Make Better Decisions When You Underst...
Ep38 – Opportunity Cost is Screwing Up Your Life
October 05, 2021 10:00 - 55 minutesWhat you don’t see is as important as what you do see. Opportunity costs, costs that you don’t see, lurk in every decision. In this episode of Mentally Unscripted, Paul and Scott explain why missing those costs screws up your decision-making. Resources TK News by Matt Taibi Aaron Mate How 'do your own research' hurts America's Covid response These four words are helping spread vaccine misinformation Lex Fridman Podcast #221 – Douglas Lenat You’ll Make Better Decisions When You Underst...
Ep37 - Unshackled Liberty Podcast: Communicate! with Scott Grayson
September 29, 2021 10:00 - 1 hourScott was a guest on a recent episode of Unshackled Liberty where he talked to Q the Abolitionist and Crypto Gumbo about the increasing lack of communication in the world and the divisiveness it's causing. Unshackled Liberty "is a libertarian variety show where we discuss the value of reducing the role of government in our daily lives. We have interviews and news from various sources and evaluate everything from the perspective of Christian Voluntaryism. We hope you stick around for a few e...
Ep36 – Our Leaders Don’t Know How to Lead and Why That Matters
September 21, 2021 13:00 - 1 hourIn this episode of Mentally Unscripted, Paul and Scott welcome Robert and Wiz back to the show. This time, they take on the growing problem of poor leadership. Guest Links Robert on Twitter Wiz on Twitter Wiz’s website Resources Transcript of Pelosi Interview on CNN’s The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer Nancy Pelosi Blows Up at Wolf Blitzer Over Stimulus: You’re a Republican ‘Apologist’ Comparing SARS-CoV-2 natural immunity to vaccine-induced immunity: reinfections versus breakth...
Ep36 – Our Leaders Don’t Know How to Lead and Why That Matters
September 21, 2021 13:00 - 1 hourIn this episode of Mentally Unscripted, Paul and Scott welcome Robert and Wiz back to the show. This time, they take on the growing problem of poor leadership. Guest Links Robert on Twitter Wiz on Twitter Wiz’s website Resources Transcript of Pelosi Interview on CNN’s The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer Nancy Pelosi Blows Up at Wolf Blitzer Over Stimulus: You’re a Republican ‘Apologist’ Comparing SARS-CoV-2 natural immunity to vaccine-induced immunity: reinfections versus breakth...
Ep35 – Does Bill Gates’ Prescription for Avoiding a Climate Disaster Give Too Much Power to the Government?
September 16, 2021 10:00 - 1 hourIn this episode of Mentally Unscripted, Paul and Scott review How to Avoid a Climate Disaster: The Solutions We Have and the Breakthroughs We Need, by Bill Gates. Resources The Politically Incorrect Guide to Climate Change Biden administration considers withholding funds and other measures to spur vaccinations Pfizer hikes 2021 outlook after vaccine boosts sales, profit Pfizer’s full FDA approval could lead to even greater profits We Are Living in a Climate Emergency, and We’re Going ...
Ep35 – Does Bill Gates’ Prescription for Avoiding a Climate Disaster Give Too Much Power to the Government?
September 16, 2021 10:00 - 1 hourIn this episode of Mentally Unscripted, Paul and Scott review How to Avoid a Climate Disaster: The Solutions We Have and the Breakthroughs We Need, by Bill Gates. Resources The Politically Incorrect Guide to Climate Change Biden administration considers withholding funds and other measures to spur vaccinations Pfizer hikes 2021 outlook after vaccine boosts sales, profit Pfizer’s full FDA approval could lead to even greater profits We Are Living in a Climate Emergency, and We’re Going ...
Ep34 – Fake Gurus, Bruce Lee Quotes, and the End of Society as We Know It
September 07, 2021 10:00 - 55 minutesIn this episode of Mentally Unscripted, Paul and Scott welcome Robert and Wiz back to the show. This time they cast their critical, and sometimes cynical, eye on the shady world of social media gurus. And of course, they have a little fun doing it. Guest Links Robert on Twitter Wiz on Twitter Wiz’s website Resources Mentally Unscripted Ep25 - A Conversation with Wisdom and Strategy Mentally Unscripted Ep28 - Killing Procrastination with Robert False Pattern Recognition Siddha Perf...
Ep34 – Fake Gurus, Bruce Lee Quotes, and the End of Society as We Know It
September 07, 2021 10:00 - 55 minutesIn this episode of Mentally Unscripted, Paul and Scott welcome Robert and Wiz back to the show. This time they cast their critical, and sometimes cynical, eye on the shady world of social media gurus. And of course, they have a little fun doing it. Guest Links Robert on Twitter Wiz on Twitter Wiz’s website Resources Mentally Unscripted Ep25 - A Conversation with Wisdom and Strategy Mentally Unscripted Ep28 - Killing Procrastination with Robert False Pattern Recognition Siddha Perf...
Ep33 – Hubris and Misaligned Incentives: Mental Models in a Time of War
September 01, 2021 23:00 - 55 minutesIn this episode of Mentally Unscripted, Paul and Scott talk about the mental models that we can use to make better decisions in our foreign policy with a focus on military conflict. Resources Fool's Errand: Time to End the War in Afghanistan, by Scott Horton TK News, by Matt Taibbi The Afghanistan Papers U.S. Military Pollution, US military is a bigger polluter than as many as 140 countries Incentives matter Begin with the end in mind Baselines Occam’s Razor Framing Moral Foundati...
Ep33 – Hubris and Misaligned Incentives: Mental Models in a Time of War
September 01, 2021 23:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MBIn this episode of Mentally Unscripted, Paul and Scott talk about the mental models that we can use to make better decisions in our foreign policy with a focus on military conflict. Resources Fool's Errand: Time to End the War in Afghanistan, by Scott Horton TK News, by Matt Taibbi The Afghanistan Papers U.S. Military Pollution, US military is a bigger polluter than as many as 140 countries Incentives matter Begin with the end in mind Baselines Occam’s Razor Framing Moral Foundati...