Tyler Cowen on Rationality, COVID-19, Talismans, and Life on the Margins | Brought to you by NutriBullet and ExpressVPN. "If you need to measure, you've failed." — Tyler CowenProfessor Tyler Cowen (@tylercowen) has a personal moonshot: to teach economics to more people than anyone else in the history of the world—and he might just succeed. In addition to his regular teaching at George Mason University, Tyler has blogged every day at Marginal Revolution for almost 17 years, helping to make it one of the most widely read economics blogs in the world.Tyler cocreated Marginal Revolution University, a free online economics education platform that’s reached millions. He is also a bestselling author of more than a dozen books, a regular Bloomberg columnist, and host of the popular Conversations with Tyler podcast, where he examines the work and worldviews of thinkers like Martina Navratilova, Neal Stephenson, Reid Hoffman, and many more.His latest project is Emergent Ventures, a $5 million fund to support entrepreneurs who have big ideas on how to improve society.Please enjoy!This episode is brought to you by NutriBullet. NutriBullet is the affordable, easy-to-use, easy-to-clean blender that was first recommended to me by entrepreneur Noah Kagan when I interviewed him for the podcast. Its signature blending process transforms high-fiber veggies, nuts, seeds, and fruits into silky, nutrient-dense smoothies (or protein shakes, savory soups, and dips) that are easy to digest and absorb.Now, the engineers at NutriBullet have created an incredibly convenient upgrade named the NutriBullet Blender Combo. This device is their most versatile yet, allowing you to effortlessly switch between single-serve and full-size blending—everything that you know and love about the classic device, plus all the performance and capacity you expect from a full-size blender. Don’t settle for blenders that leave your smoothies filled with chunks. Get the NutriBullet Blender Combo, and introduce your veggies and fruits to 1,200 watts. It easily gets the job done. And for you, my dear listeners, NutriBullet is offering 20% off of all products on its website. To get your 20% off, just go to NutriBullet.com/Tim!*This episode is also brought to you by ExpressVPN. I’ve been using ExpressVPN since last summer, and I find it to be a reliable way to make sure that my data is secure and encrypted, without slowing my Internet speed. If you ever use public Wi-Fi at, say, a hotel or a coffee shop (where I often work and as many of my listeners do), you’re often sending data over an open network, meaning no encryption at all.One way to ensure that all of your data is encrypted and can’t be easily read by hackers is by using ExpressVPN. All you need to do is download the ExpressVPN app on your computer or smartphone and then use the Internet just as you normally would. You click one button in the ExpressVPN app to secure 100% of your network data. Use my link ExpressVPN.com/Tim today and get an extra three months free on a one-year package!***If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests.For show notes and past guests, please visit tim.blog/podcast.Sign up for Tim’s email newsletter (“5-Bullet Friday”) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Please fill out the form at tim.blog/sponsor.Discover Tim’s books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss YouTube: youtube.com/timferrissPast guests on The Tim Ferriss Show include Jerry Seinfeld, Hugh Jackman, Dr. Jane Goodall, LeBron James, Kevin Hart, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Jamie Foxx, Matthew McConaughey, Esther Perel, Elizabeth Gilbert, Terry Crews, Sia, Yuval Noah Harari, Malcolm Gladwell, Madeleine Albright, Cheryl Strayed, Jim Collins, Mary Karr, Maria Popova, Sam Harris, Michael Phelps, Bob Iger, Edward Norton, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Neil Strauss, Ken Burns, Maria Sharapova, Marc Andreessen, Neil Gaiman, Neil de Grasse Tyson, Jocko Willink, Daniel Ek, Kelly Slater, Dr. Peter Attia, Seth Godin, Howard Marks, Dr. Brené Brown, Eric Schmidt, Michael Lewis, Joe Gebbia, Michael Pollan, Dr. Jordan Peterson, Vince Vaughn, Brian Koppelman, Ramit Sethi, Dax Shepard, Tony Robbins, Jim Dethmer, Dan Harris, Ray Dalio, Naval Ravikant, Vitalik Buterin, Elizabeth Lesser, Amanda Palmer, Katie Haun, Sir Richard Branson, Chuck Palahniuk, Arianna Huffington, Reid Hoffman, Bill Burr, Whitney Cummings, Rick Rubin, Dr. Vivek Murthy, Darren Aronofsky, and many more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Tyler shares what he had for breakfast - smoked trout, green pepper, green grapes, and cheddar cheese. He mentions that green grapes store well and can be bought for a week's worth at a time.
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People's belief on whether COVID-19 is serious or not is linked to the convenience or inconvenience it would cost them; travelers gain more efficiency in learning at the margin.
The speaker provides advice on how to keep your mind sharp, including writing out different points of view, listening to complex music, and practicing communication with diverse groups. They also discuss the sophistication of hand percussion in classical Indian music.
This podcast episode provides tips for learning from marginal thinkers, despite negative comments on social media platforms. It also emphasizes the importance of not taking rules too seriously, by reading the works of great thinkers like Erasmus, Montaigne, Homer, Shakespeare or Joyce's Ulysses.
This episode discusses the happiness that comes with making a big change and the importance of understanding different perspectives through multilingualism and international travel. The hosts also touch on the percentage of written work that actually gets published on blogs and other platforms.
Tyler Cowen discusses the evolution of blogging and how it has transformed into a platform for sharing ideas and information with people all around the world, leading to the growth of online education and other forms of free digital content.
In a conversation about books and reading, the importance of reading about music and the arts is highlighted. It is suggested that people should read more about the creators they love in order to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for their work.
The key to getting people engaged and passionate is to make them feel comfortable enough to be weird and conversational. It's important to communicate information effectively and encourage individuals to discuss what they actually do.
Tim Ferriss discusses how the coronavirus pandemic has highlighted our weaknesses in logical thinking and unreliable information sources. He approaches the situation as a puzzle to stay open and learn, while trying to find the best responses.
The podcast discusses travel grants for young people to meet mentors and demographic data of every Indian village that is collected through a Wikipedia-like structure.
In this podcast, the speaker discusses how the pursuit of happiness can sometimes hinder productivity and how being comfortable with failure can lead to greater success in the long run. They also delve into the concept of a "favorite failure," and how difficult experiences can contribute to future success.
The idea of wanting a talisman in the form of an object or belief for personal and social anxiety can be easily accessible through the practice of Stoic principles, such as regular review and acceptance of one's own thoughts.
The undersupply of accurate and incisive information and lack of vision for the younger generation in various fields of knowledge are discussed in this podcast.
Tim Ferriss discusses the physical benefits of cold exposure, as well as the potential social benefits of following a religion. He advises studying the market before investing in any specific product or service.
The speaker discusses relying on a more controlled approach to finding serendipity, rather than obsessing over every detail, using hierarchical systems to help structure personal and professional relationships to create better connections.
The speaker discusses the value of pilgrimage and how it can bring meaning and peace of mind, especially during tumultuous times. Although not necessarily religious, the speaker believes the impact of a path travelled by thousands or millions of people leaves an imprint that can be felt by all.
The speaker talks about how having friends who help you discover more of yourself and engaging with a personal project in a serious way can compensate for not knowing yourself completely. They also discuss how their wide perceptual aperture and sensitivity to things influence their life.
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