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Recommended by Lia James

A free weekly newsletter where Jon Haidt and his team make sense of how technology is reshaping society — and offer practical guidance on how we can respond.

Clear analysis of economics, globalization, and social change. A helpful lens for understanding the larger forces shaping the impact landscape.

- Lia James

The Roots of Progress

By Jason Crawford

The history of technology and the philosophy of progress, plus announcements from the Roots of Progress Institute

A thoughtful exploration of how humanity has made progress in the past (and what that means for solving big problems today).

- Lia James

Persuasion

By Yascha Mounk

The community for those who believe that a free society is worth fighting for.

A forum for thoughtful debate and open inquiry, essential ingredients for tackling complex social challenges.

- Lia James

Slow Boring

By Matthew Yglesias

Start your day with pragmatic takes on politics and public policy.

Smart analysis of policy, institutions, and how systems actually work.

- Lia James

The Works in Progress Newsletter

By Works in Progress

New and underrated ideas to improve the world. Visit our website: worksinprogress.co

Deep essays on the ideas, technologies, and systems that drive human progress. If you're interested in how big societal changes actually happen, you'll love it.

- Lia James

Construction Physics

By Brian Potter

Essays about buildings, infrastructure, and industrial technology.

In short: Topics that shape our collective future. The longer version: A fascinating look at infrastructure, housing, energy, and the practical systems that make modern life possible

- Lia James