The short version
Scott Aaronson’s essay on self-delusion and bounded rationality, explicitly recommended in the discussion.
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On Self-Delusion and Bounded Rationality
Scott Aaronson’s essay on self-delusion and bounded rationality, explicitly recommended in the discussion.
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First seen:2026-10-19
Last seen:2026-10-19
Times seen:1
Website:scottaaronson.com
Why it caught our attention
A concrete reading recommendation broadens the documentary discussion into a thinking tool.
Where it surfaced on Hacker News
2026-10-19
“I also recommend Scott Aaronson's "On Self-Delusion and Bounded Rationality"”
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Direct HN comment
The Elizabeth Holmes documentary “You Can See Everything” is deceiving
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The Elizabeth Holmes documentary “You Can See Everything” is deceiving
2026-10-19