“Someone said, oh, you look like Steve Bannon, and I love you for that… No, I just shaved my hair and lost some pounds.” — Kaya Genç on Trumpism’s global fanbase The NATO circus rumbled into the Turkish capital of Ankara this week resembling more of a gun show than…
Episode 2968: Mehran Gul on Why Innovation is Happening in America & China — but Nowhere Else https://keenon.substack.com/p/the-end-of-the-end-of-geography?utm_source=youtube
“A place that doesn’t have great philosophers will not have great technologists either.” — Mehran Gul on Europe’s inexplicable underperformance The digital revolution, we were promised, would mean the end of geography. From Beijing to Birmingham to Berlin to Barcelona, anyone could invent anything anywhere, and so the geography of…
While PayPal created 160 millionaires on exit, Skype created only 11. The core difference? Employee equity. European startups typically give employees a smaller ownership stake, stifling repeat innovation and the creation of powerful founder networks. #StartupCulture #VentureCapital #EuropeanTech #Entrepreneurship #Innovation
Everyday routines can hold profound meaning. Discover how embracing curiosity and interest in the mundane transforms the ordinary into something extraordinary. #EverydayWonder #Curiosity #Mindfulness #MeaningfulLife
Bird populations have plummeted, leading to a quieter world. Experience nature's sensory richness daily, not just for occasional escapes. A little nature, often, is key. #Birdsong #NatureConnection #EnvironmentalImpact #SensoryExperience
Even in a digital age, the physical world and nature remain vital. Embracing our existence as embodied beings offers a profound connection to reality. #Nature #Physicality #Mindfulness #Wellbeing
Explore the diverse sensory experiences of daily life, from the natural world and built environment to manufactured goods and elements at risk. A rich sensory diet is crucial for perspective. #SensoryExperience #NatureVsUrban #DailyLife #Perspective
Don't dismiss small sensory experiences as mere distractions. These recurring daily moments can deliver a surprising payload of engagement and enchantment, making your life richer overall. #SensoryExperience #Mindfulness #EverydayMagic #Engagement #Enchantment