Mere Fidelity Replay: Reading Advice
Oct 29, 2025
Exploring the art of reading, the hosts delve into why it's not just about quantity. They discuss how technology, particularly social media, affects our ability to read deeply. The conversation shifts to the trend of performative reading and its impact on book culture. They emphasize the importance of communal reading and practical strategies for tackling dense texts. Finally, they ponder the value of finishing books and encourage reading for pleasure, promoting curiosity as a vital component of the literary experience.
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Reading Is A Skill To Cultivate
- Reading is a skill that requires cultivated habits, not just volume of books.
- Good readers bring books into conversation and develop conversation habits with texts.
Blocking Media To Protect Reading
- Matthew removed Twitter and streaming to protect his reading habits and cultivate depth.
- He blocked distracting media to create a perimeter around his intellectual life.
Disconnect To Read Deeply
- Avoid using Twitter as your primary reading environment because it makes every text an action.
- Read in contexts where words are inert so you can weigh ideas on their own terms.
