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Essays.

On technology, economics, media, and the ways people use what we build.

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  1. Media Studies

    Håstad Part Two - Networked Dynamics

    Analyzes networked dynamics in internet-based music careers, using Yung Lean as a case study to explore Tufekci's concepts of information access, pluralistic ignorance, and the rise of independent artists online.

    4 min read
  2. Economic Development

    Space, The Next Frontier

    Explores the expanding economic opportunities in space, the impact of private innovation on costs, and how space technology is reshaping global productivity and the production possibilities curve.

    4 min read
  3. Economics

    Incentives & Electric Cars

    Examines how government incentives and tax credits are shaping the electric vehicle market, encouraging union labor, and impacting international trade.

    3 min read
  4. Globalization and Economic Integration

    Expanding the Production Possibilities Curve

    Reflects on how globalization increases economic possibilities, explores value-based global alignments, and analyzes cultural and economic effects through recent scholarship and media.

    4 min read
  5. Media Studies

    Håstad Part One - Identity Tourism

    An analysis of identity tourism and cybertyping in Yung Lean’s 'Kyoto,' exploring how internet culture, music, and media blend global identities and stereotypes.

    8 min read
  6. Behavioral Economics

    The Gamification Of Work

    An analysis of how gig work is gamified, tracing its evolution from historical protests to modern workplace changes, and examining the impact of flexibility and autonomy on today's labor market.

    5 min read
  7. Marketing

    Fallacies Involving Virality

    An evidence-based exploration of internet virality, common misconceptions, and actionable strategies for creators and marketers to increase content reach.

    14 min read
  8. Marketing

    Exploring Virality

    A research proposal exploring the mathematical models, emotional factors, and misconceptions behind viral content, with insights from marketing and behavioral science.

    2 min read
  9. UX

    Seriously, When Was the Last Time You Used Siri?

    Exploring the scientific, user experience, and product challenges of voice user interfaces like Siri, and what the future holds for VUI adoption.

    11 min read
  10. Media Studies

    Quentin Tarantino

    A critical look at Quentin Tarantino’s genre reconstruction, postmodernism, and his impact on contemporary cinema.

    4 min read