Hesiod’s Works and Days May 14, 2024 One of the oldest surviving books provides advice that is just as relevant to our lives today as it was 2,700 years ago.
The Digest #198 May 13, 2024 Thoughts on risk, Berkshire recap, Graham's first investment, Marks on debt, Electricity demand, How to spend your days, AI and productivity
Apple’s Dystopian iPad Video May 8, 2024 When Steve Jobs spoke about the intersection of liberal arts and technology, he did not envision crushing symbols of art and culture.
The Odyssey May 7, 2024 Homer's epic poem tells the story of how Odysseus struggled to return home after the Trojan War. It is one of the greatest stories in history.
Berkshire Hathaway’s 2024 Q&A Session May 4, 2024 Warren Buffett answered over thirty questions in a five hour marathon session in the first annual meeting after Charlie Munger's death.
In the Zone May 3, 2024 Biohacking can be taken too far, but the intelligent use of modern technology has the potential to provide valuable insights about our health.
The Dividend Signal April 26, 2024 Mature technology companies are establishing regular quarterly dividends. Is this a positive or negative development for shareholders?
Free Articles! April 17, 2024 A list of fifteen recent articles including detailed coverage of Berkshire Hathaway's 2023 annual report and Warren Buffett's shareholder letter.
Paid Subscriptions April 15, 2024 The Rational Walk no longer offers paid subscriptions and all paywalls have been removed. This article explains the reasons behind the decision.
Progressive is Firing on All Cylinders April 13, 2024 Progressive resumed aggressive growth in the first quarter while reporting a strong combined ratio. The article briefly discusses GEICO's recent results.
The Digest #197 April 10, 2024 Interest rates, Passive investing, Ben Graham as a young man, Daniel Kahneman, Ken Langone, Lawrence Cunningham, Reed Hastings, Steve Eisman
Berkshire Hathaway Annual Meeting Questions April 8, 2024 This article proposes five questions for Berkshire Hathaway's 2024 annual meeting on May 4. Warren Buffett is likely to answer fifty or more questions.
The Iliad April 5, 2024 Homer's epic poem has much to teach us about human nature if we first take the time to gain an understanding of Greek mythology.
What I’ve Been Reading April 4, 2024 This post is a list of books that I read in the first quarter of 2024, including The Diary of Anne Frank, Endurance, Crime and Punishment, and the Iliad.
The Digest #196 April 3, 2024 Daniel Kahneman (1934 — 2024), Biglari Holdings, Classical education, Sports gambling, Ackman on Disney's proxy war, Lessons from Paul Graham, Dunbar's number
