Technology

Soul of the Machine

AI knows too much—and too little—to be a great songwriter.

Mar 19 •

Manufacturing Contempt

In which I have a small bone to pick with Ezra Klein. Also, Dippin' Dots.

May 10, 2022 •

In Defense of Friction

Brian Wilson, pantry pasta, and the possibility of a smartphone-free existence.

Apr 26, 2022

Social Media and Its Discontents

On divesting from surveillance capitalism; the effects of social media on artists and audiences; this newsletter's raison d'être.

Apr 19, 2022 •

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