The series touches upon many points discussed in The Black Swan–the complexity of knowledge, the difficulty of prediction, the impact of highly improbable events, and the human struggle with all three.
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Bipartisan Safer Communities Act
A summary of the landmark gun control legislation – the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act.
Kindlepreneur
Book marketing for self-publishing authors!
Department of Energy’s Guide to Going Solar
A helpful guide if you’re thinking about going solar.
Last Week Tonight – Harm Reduction episode
John Oliver discusses why overdoses in the U.S. have been increasing and what should and shouldn’t be done to prevent them.
ProPublica – The Secret IRS Files
ProPublica reveals the vast cache of IRS information they obtained, which showed how billionaires like Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, and Warren Buffett pay little in income tax compared to their massive wealth — sometimes, even nothing.
Association of Zoos and Aquariums
Through the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, you can discover a zoo or aquarium near you! You can also learn about their scientific advisory groups, animal management strategies, and many conservation efforts.
Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drugs Company
Mark Cuban’s Cost Plus Drug Company expands access to safe, affordable medicines by cutting out the pharmacy middlemen.
Jack Black lotion
Jack Black lotion (not associated with the actor) is what lumberjacks use in the dead of winter in a rickety barn after felling trees and lugging wagons. It works well and, thankfully, isn’t too greasy.
Cornell Law – Legal Information Institute
The LII believes that people should be able to read and understand the laws that govern them, without cost. If you ever want just a quick glimpse of a legal concept, search through LII and it’s likely that you’ll find something helpful.