For thousands of years, people have ingested psychedelic drugs in order to alter their consciousness. They report having profound experiences – many of which are life-changing. But is this just sim...
The basics will take you far. It doesn’t matter what you’re trying to learn. Philosophy, economics, tennis, knitting, brain surgery – it doesn’t matter. Study the basics, the fundamentals, and you’...
A year ago, I started Patterson in Pursuit. Ten countries later, I've learned a thing or two, and I want to share my thoughts. Topics include academia, multiculturalism, traveling, religion, and so...
Does infinity really come in multiple sizes? According to mathematical orthodoxy, some infinities are bigger than others – but that's awfully hard to wrap your mind around. So, I've asked Dr. Toby ...
Why is the world of ideas dominated by male thinkers? Is it because women are discouraged from intellectual life – or is it because women tend to choose other careers?
If we go even deeper: why ...