Reading

This text explores the differences between "public beliefs", which are intended to be broadly convincing, and "private beliefs" held based on personal experiences. via LessWrong

This interview with computer scientist Daniel Spielman discusses his research, which includes tackling challenging problems and randomized controlled trials. via Quanta Magazine

Ideal governance systems are explored in this article, questioning existing structures and proposing alternatives like sortition and proportional decision-making. via LessWrong

Jason Kottke thinks the opening credits of the Apple+ show *Severance* are amazing and belong in a fictional "Unskippable Intros Hall of Fame". He lists some of his other favorites, like *Succession*, *Stranger Things*, and *The Wire*, and asks readers to contribute their own.

Alex Tabarrok analyzes Luisa Rodriguez's research suggesting a 1.17% annual chance of nuclear war and a 0.39% chance of a US-Russia nuclear conflict. This translates to a significant lifetime risk of nearly 60% for a child born today.