Not Investment Advice 243: Things To Watch & Read, Learning History From AI, WFH vs. Office & The State of Universal Basic Income
Nov 26, 2025
Explore captivating recommendations for films and books, from holiday rom-coms to thought-provoking documentaries. Dive into the Scottish Enlightenment's impact on modern thought and discover how generative AI is reshaping our understanding of history. The hosts share their thoughts on the flexibility of work-from-home versus traditional office environments, revealing personal insights into career choices in tech. Lastly, they debate universal basic income's potential as a tool for creativity or a path to complacency.
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PTA's New Film Transcends Culture Wars
- Paul Thomas Anderson's new film will likely sweep awards despite culture-war noise around its themes.
- Trung highlights filmmaking craft and Leo's performance as the main draw.
Revisit Toy Story 3 Before The Sequel
- Rewatch Toy Story 3 before Toy Story 5 releases to appreciate the trilogy's emotional finish.
- Trung warns Pixar should have stopped at three for creative completeness.
The Origin Of The 'Ken Burns' Effect
- Ken Burns popularized the slow pan-and-zoom documentary style now called the 'Ken Burns effect.'
- Bilal notes Steve Jobs helped cement the name in Apple's ecosystem.
