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What does it actually mean to be rational? The kind of rationality where you make good decisions, even when it's hard; where you reason well, even in the face of massive uncertainty; where you recognize and make full use of your fuzzy intuitions and emotions, rather than trying to discard them. In Rationality: From AI to Zombies, Eliezer Yudkowsky explains the science underlying human irrationality with a mix of fables, argumentative essays, and personal vignettes. These eye-opening accounts of how the mind works (and how, all too often, it doesn't) are then put to the test through some ...

Positive Masculinity is the newest in a series designed to give men actionable information to build better lives for themselves based on realistic, objective understanding of intersexual dynamics. The audiobook outlines four key themes: red-pill parenting, the feminine nature, social imperatives, and positive masculinity.

Exchanging Views, Not Insults - Political and societal discourse is so broken; entrenched and closed minded. It's like people pick a position and stick to it regardless of changing facts. Join the three of us, who all have very distinct political outlooks (one right, one left, one centre) there can be productive and valuable exchange of views, where conversation is respectful, passionate and fascinating. Get in touch with Hector on Twitter: @hectorkidwell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Raw Rationality is an unfiltered journey into the raw, rational mind. Each episode, Mike H explores diverse topics -- culture, politics, human behavior -- with no fluff, no filters, and zero apologies. This is your backstage pass to candid takes, bold analysis and the rational voice within us all.

A full description complete with links and other resources can be found at lesswrong.com/rationalityPlease consider supporting author Eliezer Yudkowsky by purchasing a digital copy of the book at miri.gumroad.com/l/rationality

The renowned social scientist, professor, and bestselling author of Predictably Irrational delivers his most urgent and compelling book—an eye-opening exploration of the human side of the misinformation crisis—examining what drives otherwise rational people to adopt deeply irrational beliefs...