39: Surely you're joking, Mr. Feynman!

Bookclub

2 Jul

Dima and Slava have read and now discuss "Surely you're joking, Mr. Feynman!", a memoir by the renowned theoretical physicist Richard Feynman.

Both Dima and Slava were impressed by style that was simple and easy going
How true is the story is the story about Brazilian educational system? Seems legit
Biweekly #16: Culture Map
Feynman's foray into art and connecting hard science and humanities was especially interesting for Dima
Slava was moved by Feynman's success as a musician
Open mindset: "Make yourself available to interesting opportunities"
Stories about "bar adventures" sound cringy in 2024
Different attitude towards authorities in professional setting (there are no authorities) and amateur exercises (learning from those who had success)
Trying different things and learning from them is really important
The 99% Invisible Breakdown: The Power Broker
Taste: My Life Through Food by Stanley Tucci
Cargo cult

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