Category Archives: Guru

Decoding The Pundits

Posted on April 17, 2025 by Luke Ford

The hosts of the podcast Decoding the Gurus developed the Gurometer, which is “not a scientific instrument, not a psychometric scale, not a revolutionary theory.” Rather, it’s a fun analysis developed by psychologist Matt Browne and cognitive anthropologist Chris Kavanagh. … Continue reading →

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Decoding Decoding The Gurus

Posted on March 19, 2025 by Luke Ford

Grok says: One critique of “Decoding the Gurus” comes from listeners and observers who argue that the podcast can sometimes lean too heavily into its own biases, undermining its stated goal of objective analysis. Critics point out that hosts Christopher … Continue reading →

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If I Were A Guru…

Posted on March 19, 2025 by Luke Ford

Grok says: To assess how Luke Ford, the writer and podcaster, might rank on the Decoding the Gurus “Gurometer,” we need to apply the framework that Christopher Kavanagh and Matthew Browne use to evaluate “secular gurus.” The Gurometer isn’t a … Continue reading →

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‘Everyone is numbing out’

Posted on September 15, 2024 by Luke Ford

If you have strong bonds, if you have children, I don’t believe you are numbing out and I don’t believe you lack meaning and I don’t believe you have the following problems. What kind of person with children to support … Continue reading →

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How to Make the Most of Your 20s

Posted on September 15, 2024 by Luke Ford

Catherine Shannon wrote: …when dating, there’s a subtle way to communicate to men that their best behavior is necessary with you. And it’s certainly not overtly stating, “I am a high-value woman.” It’s a combination of social grace, elegance, and … Continue reading →

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