
← Deep Questions with Cal Newport21 sept · 53 min
The Truth About Brain Rot
A recent New York Times op-ed reveals the true nature of “brain rot,” and in doing so reveals a much larger problem affecting us all. In this episode, Cal explores this broader problem then draws from an unlikely source from his childhood to help identify a dramatic solution.
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(0:00) The truth about brain rot
(31:31) Will you address Immanuale Kants “Critique of Pure Reason” in your upcoming book about thinking?
(33:42) What is the difference between the strategic plan and vision document?
(36:59) Can I buy the “Deep Life” on pre-order?
(39:30) Cal discusses his recent newsletters
(41:54) My small business uses Claude. Is that ok?
(44:45) Are any AI companies responsible to use?
(45:28) The truth about LLMs
(45:45) What are some AI book recommendations?