Daily Archives: June 24, 2020

How to blow whistles for fun and profit

Posted on June 24, 2020 by Luke Ford

Most stories about whistleblowers make them seem miserable. For example, the 1973 movie Serpico told the true story of Frank Serpico who went undercover to expose corrupt police. For his efforts, he got shot. This episode of Australian Story tells … Continue reading →

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The Greatest Show on Earth: The Evidence for Evolution

Posted on June 24, 2020 by Luke Ford

Here are some highlights from this book by Richard Dawkins: * Breeders are almost like modellers with endlessly malleable clay, or like sculptors wielding chisels, carving dogs or horses, or cows or cabbages, to their whim. * Something funny happens … Continue reading →

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Very Important People: Status and Beauty in the Global Party Circuit (2020)

Posted on June 24, 2020 by Luke Ford

Ashley Mears writes: * Door personnel quickly assess a person’s status by sizing up physique, beauty, race, accent, clothes, watch, dress, even handbag. Red-soled Louboutin heels signal high status, but if the girl wearing them stands below five feet seven, … Continue reading →

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