Friday, December 20, 2019

Freud: Genius or Charlatan? (The Latter Certainly Looks the More Probable.)

Scientist or storyteller?

To some he was a visionary anatomist of human nature, to others a talented writer who wove absurd theories into compelling narratives. AC Grayling on the battle over the reputation of Sigmund Freud.
One more example of pseudo-science leading society by the nose.

AI: why did Harold Wilson's attempt to control shopping prices fail so badly?

LEARN FROM PREVIOUS LABOUR FAILURES, Mr Burnham. Your 'New Plan' Isn't New AND It Doesn't Work!                          ...