Scientific Collaboration

https://aeon.co/essays/how-can-scientists-best-address-the-problems-of-today-and-the-future

The article goes into detail on how science is one of the common cultural traits among humanity. Collaboration amongst scientists from all nations and cultures can help advance humanity while at the same time educating the public on age old questions. Though American culture focuses on materialism and capitalism, I wonder what the world would be like if we instead invested on advancing our sciences and understanding of our world. While reading I was reminded of a bit by the late comedian Bill Hicks. Part of Hicks’ stage act was his harsh criticism of American political and military actions, but one line stands out. It is something that resonates deeply within me and hope to see civilization advance to this point…

“Here’s what we can do to change the work, right now, to a better ride. Take all that money we spend on weapons and defense each year, and instead spend it feeding, clothing, and educating the poor of the world, which it would many times over, not one human being excluded, AND WE CAN EXPLORE SPACE TOGETHER, BOTH INNER AND OUTER, FOREVER, IN PEACE.”

20th Anniversary release of The Marshall Mathers LP

Giving this album a listen for maybe the 50th time, 1st time since 2002. I wonder how this album would be received if it was released today. But “Stan” is a classic. Anytime a song title enters the modern lexicon you have to acknowledge the impact of the song. The bass is fine, but Dido…. that sample contrasts perfectly against the story that is told. I might go more in depth later if I can give it a full listen. UPDATE: I can’t…