Davidson College STÖF

Most of us are unaware of how often stories mislead us. In this episode of Leaving Scotomaville, Daniel demonstrates how storytelling is a super-power. We might call it fake news, mis-information, or simply a lie, but it narrows our world-view never-the-less. In this episode of L...

Do you ask yourself questions like I do? Why do I get so emotional? What can I do with false beliefs? These are reasonable questions. In this episode of Leaving Scotomaville, Daniel shares a mental tool that has helped a great deal. Learning to peel back layers of your beliefs to...

Preparation demands that we act 'as-if' long before the evidence changes other people's thinking. Most people are being gamed by algorithms tuned for profit. The recommendations and search results you get are precise, but often not accurate. Do the hard work of seeking out the so...