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A king in an ornate throne room, standing before his throne, angrily pointing out of the room, ordering a messenger to leave, colorful

Mental Model Repair Shop: Remember This Before Blaming the Messenger

by Larry Nocella
September 13, 2024September 13, 2024

Today in the mental model repair shop, we’re going to discuss how we assess hypocrisy. We’ll start with a specific anecdote and expand the lessons… Read More »Mental Model Repair Shop: Remember This Before Blaming the Messenger

Hordes of Dog-Biting Men! -or- Lessons Learned About News Bias and Disinformation From a Fight for my Honor

by Larry Nocella
January 26, 2024January 26, 2024

I was a teenager when the knock sounded. We weren’t expecting anyone. I answered. Two kids were in my front yard on their bikes. I… Read More »Hordes of Dog-Biting Men! -or- Lessons Learned About News Bias and Disinformation From a Fight for my Honor