Would you like to work in a different country? Well, it’s easier now than ever before as the world embraces remote work post-COVID. Airbnb has taken this to the extreme; its employees can work in over 170 countries for up to 90 days in each location. It’s a great way to support a lifestyle of travel and pairs well with the ever-growing list of countries offering digital nomad visas that allow remote workers to stay for an extended period. Read full article here
Culture
The Priest in the Arena
The phrase “man in the arena” has been popularized in recent years, but a lesser known, more dangerous archetype is the “priest in the arena”. This figure is responsible for a process called theocratic capture, where an institution surrenders to a cult demanding unaccountable authority, fueled by claims to privileged knowledge. These cults often target powerful institutions and attempt to monopolize conversations with scaremongering tactics and hostile treatment of allies. It is important to identify and stop theocratic capture before it can gain control. Read full article here
Merv
May 29, 2023
