Tag: David

In Bullshit Jobs David Graeber endeavours to show that almost half of employment in wealthy societies is useless, not only for society but also businesses. Graeber provides a wide range of examples, but tends to focus on the mid to high salaried professions such as middle and upper management. You w...

And now for something completely different. I sometimes reach out of my comfort zone and take on books that might not, on the surface, appeal to me much. I consider this to be part of an attempt to read above my pay grade and expand my mind to some degree. I also am trying to get closer to my father...

In the vast landscape of the pharma industry, a narrative akin to the biblical tale of David and Goliath often unfolds. On one side stand the industry’s behemoths, the Big Pharma companies with deep pockets, extensive resources, and established market dominance. The smaller, agile biotech firm...

Aman who looks at a chunk of crystal or a wisp of quantum particles and sees a story waiting to be told. David Mermin is that guy. Dr. Mermin is a renowned physicist who has made significant contributions to various fields of physics, such as solid state physics, quantum foundati...

David Langer, a name that resonates with innovation and brilliance, has left an indelible mark in various fields. From his groundbreaking contributions in neurosurgery to his philanthropic endeavors, Langer’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. Let’s delve into some intriguing facts ...

David Randle had a heart attack and was told he was too ill for a transplant. He was told that his days were numbered. The heart attack was a severe blow to his health, in fact, he had to stop working because of it. Generally, a heart attack occurs when the flow of blood to the heart is blocked...

The adventure opens with a beautiful depiction of the mountain lion’s ethereal presence, garnering them the nickname “Ghost of the Rockies.” Baron brilliantly depicts the vast wilderness, where these elusive carnivores maneuver the craggy crags and dense forests with grace that bel...

What issues do you care about and how do they connect to your life? Campaign finance reform, voting reform, financial/corporate transparency, gun control, LGBTQ+ inclusion/protections, generally being anti-fascist. How do you balance life and civic engagement to live a civically engaged life...

After mulling a little longer over this case since its ruling on June 29, I have no other way but to conclude that the three involved parties are all wrong: the plaintiff and SC are wrong in overthrowing AA, the defendant is wrong in its admission practice. To promote a version of so-called &lsqu...