jdinkum

I thought this was an interesting radio piece. The economist is interviewed about hyperbolic discounting and existential risk (though not using those exact terms) and how it related to government spending. With a dose of "Politics is the mindkiller" thrown in for good measure. https://www.npr.org/blogs/money/2012/07/20/157105414/episode-388-putting-a-price-tag-on-your-descendants

I've read through some of the Sequences, but I'm still unclear on a few basic concepts around LW rationality. This is in part to my learning still which benefits from social engagement (ie discussions) rather than just reading. One of those concepts I'm unclear on: Is there an inherent value...

I'm looking for insight into "rational parenting". By that term, I mean two things. One is parenting in a rational way. The other is raising a child who shares rationalist thought.