Why Jean-Jacques Rousseau and Adam Smith were divided on the virtues of vanity | Aeon VideosRousseau viewed human vanity as detrimental to authentic relationships and self-assessment, while Smith saw it as essential for societal growth and improvement.
Can You Choose Your Beliefs to Find Happiness?Happiness requires more than just belief; objective conditions significantly contribute to it, as emphasized by Adam Smith's skepticism toward motivated reasoning.
Deirdre McCloskey, economist: Big states prevent people from growing'Deirdre McCloskey admires Adam Smith as a founding figure in economics and embodies a life of radical contrasts.
Disney Taps Former YouTube Exec Adam Smith as Chief Product and Technology OfficerAdam Smith is appointed Disney Entertainment and ESPN's chief product and technology officer responsible for advancing technology strategy across platforms.