Stray Reflections is a macro advisory and community for top CIOs and PMs across the globe. Our job is not to predict the future; it’s to see the present clearly. Discover investing ideas and advance your thinking in truly novel ways.
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Tech Talks are a podcast imagined and created by the folks over at the Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT). We're a 501(c)3 nonpartisan nonprofit organization that fights to put democracy and human rights at the center of the digital revolution. We work to promote democratic values by shaping technology policy and architecture, with a focus on equity and justice. #techtalkcdt Support CDT's work with a donation: https://cdt.org/techtalk/
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Having served over thirty years in the RUC / PSNI I was medically retired with CPTSD. Dissociative Identity Disorder also evolved in me as a residue of CPTSD. I wrote a novel, 'The Bitter End of Dreams', through which I hoped to reflect the experiences of working class folk caught in the grip of a sectarian conflict. I set my story in Belfast, but replaced the Judeo-Christian god with that of Mithras. I also gave Northern Ireland an extra county. Such counterfactual alterations opened up for ...
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Host Sophia Bush shares inspiring selected stories from the Hello Sunshine x Together Live Tour. We’ll hear from straight-to-your-soul writers like Cheryl Strayed and Glennon Doyle, comedians like Sabrina Jalees, and world-changers Abby Wambach and Luvvie Ajayi, plus many more. Their words will make you reflect, laugh, question the status quo… and remember that we’re all in this together.
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Armagh GAA Bags All-Ireland Win As PSNI On Hot Coals Overs Flags
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Another 'impromptu' episode! This time I'll be (hurriedly, sorry time waits ... ) discussing the political rants following Armagh GAA winning the All-Ireland title on Sunday 28th July 2024. Moreso, because a PSNI Community Policing Officer joined in with his community celebrating in Camlough (I used to just be flown over it and dropped off nearby f…
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Our Troubled Past: The Glory and the Grief
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In this episode I attempt to conclude my thoughts on the aspects of Forgiveness and Recrimination in Northern Ireland's post-Troubles' society. In saying that, I'll add the caveat that I'll most likely be revisiting nuances of such topics threaded through future episodes. For the time being I'm looking at how we memorialise the past in terms of 'is…
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Talking Tech with Josh Kroll on The NIST Privacy Framework
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New internet-based technologies have boomed with unprecedented access to data and data management tools. While this has facilitated innovation, it has also left many personal users and companies alike with limited knowledge about the uses and potential harms of their data. Balancing innovation and data privacy often requires tailored approaches, wh…
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Will there be a time when we, in Northern Ireland, see our seemingly parallel divergent histories cross? Our opposing narratives blend with commonality. As a society still raw from sectarian and political conflict many are trying to step away from hate, but there are still those who fear any admission of culpability will render them vulnerable. In …
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Rattlebag II: Addendum - The Forgotten Op
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Just a bolt-on tale I omitted to include in the previous episode: 'Rattlebag'. Click here if you’d like to send me a comment or question. Thank you.By E.S. Haggan
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I want to draw your attention to the mother of all worst-case scenarios—a climate risk that nobody is discussing. The global hydrological cycle is speeding up, and precipitation is becoming extreme. China is the country most vulnerable to flooding as global temperatures rise. Can aging dams maintain historical levels of flood protection in the face…
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This episode is, in itself, an interlude before I continue my theme of reconciliation and recrimination. I just needed a breather of sorts and to realign my thoughts, which had been threatening to scatter. Just some (brief) ruminations herein on a few innocuous memories from my time in both the Royal Ulster Constabulary and PSNI. Many thanks to tho…
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Talking Tech with Paul Gowder on The Networked Leviathan
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It’s a modern day reality that large social media platforms deliver political information to many citizens, making these companies’ policies for removing and blocking speech critical to politics and culture. Emergencies such as the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol and the genocide of the Rohingya people in Myanmar can be traced in part to mis…
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The lessons from friends were more valuable than anything I learned in school. They taught me everything worth knowing.By Jawad Mian
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This is my father's story.By Jawad Mian
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In this episode I'll be continuing to look at the aspect of Forgiveness and Recrimination which I began in the episode, 'I Bear No Grudge'. Given the amount of material I've gathered to date, I sense that the topic will continue on for several more episodes. In this episode I employ two poems by John Hewitt: 'The Iron Circle' and 'The Bloody Brae' …
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Talking Tech with Grace Gedye and Matt Scherer on AI Legislation
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Recently, legislative bodies across the United States have exploded as lawmakers in over 10 states introduced several closely related bills to tackle AI- systems and their impacts on various facets of society. From hiring practices to education, insurance, housing, lending, government services, and even criminal sentencing, the scope of these bills…
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In this magical conversation with Brie Stoner, I explore the importance of having faith, the role of devotion, and the desire for integrity in our quest of being the best version of ourselves.By Jawad Mian
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I'd just recorded Part II of my consideration of Forgiveness and Recrimination in a post-conflict Northern Ireland when my SSD gave up the ghost. On retrospect it may have been a blessing in disguise as I wasn't completely happy with the experimental format of the episode, besides I'd only noticed several dropouts in the recording just as I was com…
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How do you recover from a drawdown? What’s the trick to remember the mistakes you are most prone to repeating? Why is it so important to forgive yourself? Todd Edgar joins us to discuss the emotional journey and ways to get back in the black.By Jawad Mian
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Paul Tudor Jones’ guidelines for trading success.By Jawad Mian
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Tony Fadell led the teams that created the iPod, iPhone, and Nest Learning Thermostat. His new product is a book called Build, and it instructs readers on building careers, products, companies—and even oneself. He joins us to share his practical wisdom.By Jawad Mian
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China’s legacy and destiny: Confucius, Marx, and Xi Jinping
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If you believe you have a good understanding of China, think again. Alice Wang joins me for the most insightful, thought-provoking, and heartfelt discussion on China you’ll ever come across.By Jawad Mian
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Practical wisdom on parenting from the book "Successful Fathers" by James StensonBy Jawad Mian
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Masterclass with Greg Coffey (CIO, Kirkoswald)
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Greg Coffey (CIO, Kirkoswald) delves into his distinguished trading career, sharing invaluable lessons and tracing his personal growth. He elaborates on his approach to risk management, offering practical advice to build portfolios that are “sensible and bulletproof.”By Jawad Mian
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Anomalies with Karen Karniol-Tambour (Co-CIO, Bridgewater)
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The beauty of macro is to look for anomalies and exploit them. Why is something happening that shouldn’t, or why isn’t something happening that should? Karen Karniol-Tambour (co-CIO, Bridgewater) shares her perspective on a few key anomalies.By Jawad Mian
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This episode is Part One of Two in which I look at two atrocities, one in 1972 and one in 1987, through the words of two fathers who both experienced the murder of one of their children. Ultimately, this episode will, I hope, help me explore the aspect of 'forgiveness' in the context of conflict, specifically the Troubles. In Part Two (the concludi…
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Nothing surprises the student of history. On a long enough timeline, history repeats. We therefore mustn’t think that ours is a unique experience; that the laws of history don’t apply to us.By Jawad Mian
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Talking Tech with Rachel Cummings & Daniel Susser on Differential Privacy
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In recent years, differential privacy has emerged as a promising solution for enhancing privacy protections in data processing systems. However, beneath its seemingly robust framework lie certain assumptions that, if left unquestioned, could inadvertently undermine its efficacy in safeguarding individual privacy.Here to discuss their recent papers …
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Every year make it a point to reflect on the events of March 2020, serving as a reminder of the sudden shifts that can occur in the world and their repercussions on financial markets.By Jawad Mian
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The Confidence Game: Swiftmania, MAG7, and the US election
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Peter Atwater joins us to explore the hidden role of confidence in the choices we make, and why events described as being unprecedented are often entirely predictable—if we know what to look for. You’ll learn how to spot opportunities, avoid psychological traps, and navigate the road ahead with clarity and confidence.…
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I look forward to welcoming you to Woodside, California, in April for a week filled with practical wisdom, powerful connections, and life-changing tools.By Jawad Mian
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Talking Tech with Kate Ruane & K.J. Bagchi on Moody v. NetChoice & NetChoice v. Paxton
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On February 26, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments for Moody v. NetChoice and NetChoice v. Paxton, two pivotal cases that could alter the landscape of free expression on the internet. In this episode, we sat down with CDT’s Director of the Free Expression Project, Kate Ruane, and Vice President of the Center for Civil Rights and Technology…
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When did you start believing in yourself?By Jawad Mian
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With bitcoin’s price returning to its 2021 highs, it’s critical to consider the long-term case for digital assets once more. What does a world in which bitcoin succeeds look like?By Jawad Mian
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Doorstep Shootings Part II: Tunnel Vision
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In this episode I am focusing on two Troubles' murders, those of RUC Sgt Hugh Brendan McCormac and Pat Finucane. Both men were slaughtered in front of their wives and young children. While this episode concludes the theme of 'Doorstep Murders' I felt that these two cases - from the thousands murdered during the Troubles - demonstrated how the kille…
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Practical wisdom on parenting from Shefali Tsabary's book "The Conscious Parent"By Jawad Mian
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Rather than a dystopian, divisive future, what if are we on the cusp of a new golden age? This is technologically possible.By Jawad Mian
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Bringing together the most interesting people in the most interesting locations for the most interesting ideas.By Jawad Mian
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Morgan Housel, author of The Psychology of Money and Same as Ever, joins us to discuss timeless lessons from human behaviors that never change.By Jawad Mian
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The Middle East Diaries: “Woe to the Arabs”
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The Middle East is undergoing a major transformation, but it is possible to know exactly what will happen in the future. The Abrahamic religions display certain convergences within the field of eschatology.By Jawad Mian
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Why bother investing anywhere other than the US stock market? The S&P 500 and Nasdaq have vastly outperformed global equities for more than a decade. It seems so obvious, doesn’t it? Remembering that this wasn’t always the case is crucial.By Jawad Mian
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I look forward to welcoming you to Woodside, California, in April for a week filled with practical wisdom, powerful connections, and life-changing tools.By Jawad Mian
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Glen Kacher (CIO, Light Street Capital) joins us to explore the AI theme one year on. Originally published for members-only in November 2023.By Jawad Mian
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Talking Tech with Nabeel Gillani on The Black Box of AI in Education
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In today's episode, we’ll delve into the exciting realm of Artificial Intelligence, and its transformative impact on education. The recent strides in AI have reignited curiosity about its potential to enhance learning experiences. However, it's essential to recognize that AI encompasses a diverse array of methods, capabilities, and limitations. Joi…
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Shane Parrish, founder of Farnam Street and author of Clear Thinking, joins us to discuss practical strategies for navigating any situation with poise and intelligence.By Jawad Mian
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Steven Cohen, CEO of Point 72 Asset Management, offers a rare glimpse at how he approaches his craft.By Jawad Mian
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At the beginning of each year, we find ourselves reflecting in the mirror of our work. Every journey requires self-encounter along the way.By Jawad Mian
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Doorstep Shootings in Northern Ireland. Part I: Just a Uniform
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In this episode I return to narrative form through which to recount an actual doorstep shooting that occurred in Belfast 1979. As always, names have been changed as well as the Provisional IRA gunman's ground support being slightly altered. After the main body of the occurrence there follows an account of the victim's recollections and thoughts (th…
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