MUSIC IN PHASE SPACE

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  • Recognition of Complexity

    In recent years, social media has become a battleground where ideas, opinions and beliefs are contested, and where the dominant players fight for attention, clicks and engagement. It often feels like we are caught in a never-ending war zone where our side must win at all costs. One of the key reasons for this dynamic…

  • Everything is False: Nothing is Permitted

    The statement “Everything is false: Nothing is permitted” is a complex and somewhat paradoxical proposition that raises interesting questions about the nature of truth and morality. While the idea that everything is false might seem nihilistic and pessimistic, it is also possible to interpret it in a more nuanced way that sheds light on the…

  • The Superstitions of Modernity

    Max Weber’s disenchantment thesis posits that modernity would lead to the gradual decline of traditional beliefs and values, leading to the rise of rationality and scientific thinking. According to Weber, modernity would gradually strip away the layers of religious and cultural superstitions that have clouded human judgment, leading to a more rational and objective understanding…

  • AI vs Ancestors

    The stark contrast between the existence of our ancestors and that of artificial intelligence (AI) lies in the very nature of their being. While our forefathers had to overcome numerous challenges every day to survive, including the environment, predators, and diseases, AI thrives because it is in demand by humans. This difference is significant and…

  • The Peripheral

    William Gibson is a master of science fiction writing, particularly in his ability to create vivid and compelling worlds filled with cutting-edge technology and unique characters. His latest work, “The Peripheral,” has recently been adapted into a television series, and while the show has received mixed reviews, it still manages to capture some of the…

  • Unreliable Memorist

    Throughout the years, many authors have captivated readers with their imaginative and captivating short stories. Two authors who have left a lasting impression in the world of science fiction and fantasy are C. Clarke and Robert E. Howard. While reading their short stories, it’s easy to get lost in the intricate worlds they create. However,…

  • We Had to Destroy the Village

    The quote, “We had to destroy the village in order to save it,” is often used to describe a situation in which an action taken to achieve a particular goal ends up achieving the opposite of that goal. It was famously used to describe the Vietnam War, in which the US military destroyed many villages…

  • Redeemers: American Right

    The American right has always been a complex and dynamic political force, with different ideological strands vying for influence within its ranks. However, in recent years, there has been a troubling trend that has emerged within the conservative movement, one that bears an uncomfortable resemblance to some of the ugliest political movements of the past.…

  • Systems of Survival

    “Systems of Survival” is a book written by Jane Jacobs that explores the different moral systems that exist within society. In her book, Jacobs argues that there are two distinct moral systems that guide human behavior: the guardian moral syndrome and the commercial moral syndrome. The guardian moral syndrome is based on the principles of…

  • ZIRN: Zero Interest Rate Nerds

    ZIRNs (zero interest rate nerds) = Nerds who didn’t go through the connection scarcity and networkless networks of the last 80s and early 90s Nostalgia is a powerful force that can cloud our memories and make us forget the harsh realities of the past. One such reality is the loneliness experienced by nerds in the…