Bonjour. This week we explore the relevance of essay writing in today's fast-paced, AI-driven world. We discuss Michael Dean's essay on the subject, emphasising the importance of original thought and the challenges posed by transactional writing.
The conversation delves into the historical context of essays, the writing process, and the value of human feedback, while also considering how AI can assist rather than replace the writing experience. This was fun. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we did recording.
Time Stamps
00:00 The Relevance of Essay Writing Today
02:46 The Historical Context of Essays
07:23 The Struggles of Long-Form Writing
12:48 The Role of AI in Writing
17:30 Feedback and Improvement in Writing
21:14 Encouraging Original Thought in Essays
Links
Michael's Essay - https://cosmosinstitute.substack.com/p/essay-writing-as-personal-sovereignty?utm_source=substack&utm_campaign=post_embed&utm_medium=web
Farnam Street blog - https://fs.blog/
