“The human mind is a difference engine—but it’s built for two speeds: friend or foe. Real wisdom is learning how […]
The Difference Engine: Why Our Minds Prefer “Either/Or” Over Complexity Read More »
I first learned about Antonio Gramsci over donuts with two friends at one of our “Donuts for Democracy” discussions. We
Gramsci, Marxism, and the Philosophical Foundations—and Dilemmas—of DEI Read More »
On a recent visit to Athens, Tennessee, my daughter and I discovered a piece of history that few remember but
The Battle of Athens: When American Veterans Took Up Arms for Democracy at Home Read More »
We have a lot of exciting news to share! First, I’m thrilled to announce the launch of our new lecture
Donuts, Democracy, and a Big Thank You Read More »
There’s a sadness surrounding the recent developments involving University of Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava—and not the kind that comes from
When the Game Off the Field Goes Too Far: The Unfortunate Situation of Nico Iamaleava Read More »
What we lose when machines begin to create for us When we say a product is handmade, we imply craftsmanship
From Handmade to Mindmade: Preserving Human Creativity in the Age of AI Read More »
We live in a world that remembers everything. Our smartphones double as ever-watchful eyes, recording, archiving, and sharing our every
The Luria Paradox: Unmasking the Perils of a Digital World That Never Forgets Read More »
Alvin Weinberg penned this article in 1962. He argues that national laboratories are an important component of the US education
National Labs and Education Read More »
We’re kicking off a lecture series to dive into “The Art of the Compromise.” Get your questions ready and enjoy
What Pairs Better with Donuts than Democracy? Read More »
Have you ever played the picturebook game “Where’s Waldon?” The game challenge is to find the friendly Waldo, dressed in
Josephine Cobb – Finding Lincoln, a Valuable Where’s Waldo Skill Read More »
