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Claude Shannon fan club with Jimmy Soni and David Senra 📖

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Nov 29, 2022
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ANECDOTE

How A Book Sparked The Biography

  • Jimmy discovered Shannon after reading about him in The Idea Factory and then chased a full biography project.
  • He used Shannon's life as a Trojan horse to explain complex ideas to general readers.
ANECDOTE

Finding Shannon Through Buffett's Network

  • David found Shannon through reading Buffett and related biographies, leading to emotional connection with the story.
  • He reread A Mind to Play and felt moved by Shannon's life and family accounts.
INSIGHT

Curiosity Over Prestige

  • Shannon prioritized curiosity and play over prestige and outer approval throughout his life.
  • His genius came from asking better questions and following intrinsic interest, not chasing recognition.
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