Cortex 119: Thinking, Fast and Slow
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Aug 24, 2021 The hosts tackle a mountain of technical issues, sharing laughs about corrupted file synchronization and digital chaos. They delve into decision-making psychology, based on Daniel Kahneman's acclaimed book, discussing the dual systems of thought that influence our choices. The conversation also touches on digital file management, community fundraising efforts, and the challenges of navigating dense reading. With personal stories and critiques of popular theories, they explore the nuances of cognitive biases and the replication crisis, all while keeping the tone light and engaging.
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Grey's Dropbox Disaster
- Grey had Dropbox syncing issues due to a disconnected external drive.
- This led to file corruption and the need to quarantine his writing computer.
Data Storage Advice for Grey
- Store large amounts of data (like 20 terabytes) separately from active Dropbox storage.
- Back up this cold storage to another service like Backblaze for added security.
Content Creators Deleting Project Files
- Hank Green and MKBHD delete video project files after uploading.
- They only keep the uploaded versions on YouTube.
