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Richard Epstein on Happiness
The best EconTalk I’ve heard in a long time. Epstein’s humanity really comes through in a way that’s not often felt. Insightful on both individuals and social institutions.
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Mind the Gap
Paul Graham’s essay from way back when (2004) addresses the foundations of wealth and material prosperity. Nothing earth shattering, but a well written piece that shows why income inequality is not a priori wrong. I highly recommend reading the entire essay. Some of the major points Graham makes are:
People make wealth through creation
Wealth ≠ money
Only since [...]
Time Traveling Thought Experiment