Category: Philosophical & Sociological Reflections

Response to the Race in Economics Dilemma.

There are two broad perspectives on social class: Class status as having access to a continuum of resources, with richer people above poorer people on the socioeconomic ladder (on the left) Class as a set of discrete groups, with smaller, higher classes stacked on top of larger, lower classes (on the right) Thomas Sowell in … Continue reading Response to the Race in Economics Dilemma. →

Selling Your Soul to the Record Dealer.

Hip-hop/rapper artist Immortal Technique gave a perfect analogy to describe the strife between music artists and record labels that have persisted for decades. “A record deal is a loan with horrible interest rates.” Unlike a house where you own it after paying it off, in the music industry, the label keeps ownership of your music … Continue reading Selling Your Soul to the Record Dealer. →

Reflection On “The Drum Major Instinct” by MLK.

“The Drum Major Instinct”— a sermon by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. On 4 February 1968, Martin Luther King, Jr., preached “The Drum Major Instinct” from the pulpit of Ebenezer Baptist Church. Ironically, two months before his assassination on 4 April 1968. “The drum major instinct” means a desire to be out front, a desire … Continue reading Reflection On “The Drum Major Instinct” by MLK. →

The Wizard of Oz as a Monetary Allegory. The Historical Reference on Economics and Populism in America.

The surprising and yet probably not a coincidental connection between The Wizard of Oz and the economic and political storms that led up to the Gilded Age (1870-1900). Some argue there is no connection, while others argue there is. Sometimes critics see more than what the artist (author) intended. Whatever the truth may be, it … Continue reading The Wizard of Oz as a Monetary Allegory. The Historical Reference on Economics and Populism in America. →

Those Who Knew (2007-08 Financial Crisis).

There were many who warned about a coming financial storm. The housing crash that led to the Great Recession (2007-2009) was not a black swan event contrary to popular belief by the traditional media and many of those who occupy positions of power in the capital of the United States, Washington D.C. A black swan … Continue reading Those Who Knew (2007-08 Financial Crisis). →

The State’s Oppression, & Political Quandaries.

Politics and Power is Synonymous. Overcome them and there will be peace. We Shall overcome Someday. One of the main issues of our day is when institutions live long enough to become the villain, to quote The Dark Knight film. Change is needed from the inside to renew polluted, and corrupted institutions, ranging from local-community-based, … Continue reading The State’s Oppression, & Political Quandaries. →

The Century of the Self & Ideas to Consider or Not.

The Century of the Self by Adam Curtis. The Century of the Self is probably one of the best documentaries ever made. I saw it a few years back, and it changed my whole perspective, and I rewatched it recently having more experience and knowledge of history, social theory, and psychology. It talks about the … Continue reading The Century of the Self & Ideas to Consider or Not. →

Science Fiction Writers

Isaac Asimov Albert Einstein once said, “If you want your children to be intelligent, read them fairy tales. If you want them to be more intelligent, read them more fairy tales.” Reading creative stories is like opening a portal to the imagination. People severely underestimate the influence of science fiction novels. For instance, you can … Continue reading Science Fiction Writers →

Investing Philosophy

 I have to admit that investing, in at least the act of researching companies, does improve research skills and critical thinking. My motivations aren’t entirely money-driven, but there’s a clear correlation to those who have wealth and can possess far greater resources and gain power, with the information or research abilities they’ve developed. I’ve learned … Continue reading Investing Philosophy →