Jon’s Weekend Reading Recommendations!

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HOW TO END THE “100% RENEWABLE” FRAUD

For decades we’ve been told renewables are the silver bullet to our energy and climate woes. But what if the whole “100 percent renewable” narrative is based on flawed ideology and economic naiveté? In this provocative piece, Alex Epstein argues we must abandon the renewable-only vision—and instead adopt a mixed approach grounded in realism, prosperity, and human flourishing.

SOMETHING DISTURBING - WE HAVE 18 MONTHS…

This is a disturbing read: a sweeping indictment of our intellectual lethargy, arguing we may be entering an age without real critical thought. Derek Thompson warns that cultural, technological, and institutional forces are conspiring to erode our capacity to think deeply—and the consequences are chilling.

The Argument

“You have 18 months”

In fitness, there is a concept called “time under tension.” Take a simple squat, where you hold a weight and lower your hips from a standing position. With the same weight, a person can do a squat in two seconds or 10 seconds. The latter is harder, but it also builds more muscle. More time is more tension; more pain is more gain…

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5 days ago · 425 likes · 9 comments · Derek Thompson

DENNIS PRAGER’S FIRST INTERVIEW SINCE HIS TRAGIC ACCIDENT

In his first on-camera interview since his devastating spinal cord injury in late 2024, Dennis Prager sits down with PragerU CEO Marissa Streit for a wide-ranging, deeply personal conversation. He opens up about his recovery, how he remains joyful through suffering, and his reflections on God, justice, and the afterlife. Along the way, Dennis shares moving memories of Charlie Kirk, tackles today’s fiercest debates—antisemitism, transgender ideology, free speech—and previews his bold new book, If There Is No God… This is quite lengthy, so watch what you will of it. Pray for Dennis!

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