Author Archives: F. E. Guerra-Pujol

Originally posted on prior probability:
What happened to “saving grandma”? The covid coronavirus is peaking, new strains are popping up everywhere, and yet we are still plowing ahead with this totally unnecessary super-spreader event. I respectfully reiterate my call that the Super-Spreader-Bowl be cancelled or … Continue reading →

I was on the verge of deleting my Facebook account again, but to paraphrase Michael Corleone in The Godfather: just when I thought I was out, Day 1 of the Meltwater Champions Chess Tour has pulled me back in! #ChessChamps … Continue reading →

Among many other things (essays, articles, blogs, etc.), I am reading–or am about to start reading–the following books (presented alphabetically): Ryan Patrick Hanley, Our great purpose: Adam Smith on living a better life (Princeton, 2019). I have just finished reading … Continue reading →

Six tiny AAAA batteries! More details here, via Chad Upton.

Alternative title: That was then, this is now I confess I really love (pun intended) the melody and rhythm of the new Ariana remix, but don’t the lyrics violate YouTube’s “community standards”? Yes, they probably do …

With apologies to German dadaist/surrealist Max Ernst. Hat tip: Craig Collins. (Also, check out Craig’s blog The 100 Billionth Person; you will be amply rewarded.)

Today (February 2nd) is Candlemas, commemorating the Presentation of Our Lord Jesus Christ at the Temple, and the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary. More details about the meaning and history Candlemas are available here.