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A Good Reputation Is The Ultimate Currency

There's a reason people check the reviews.

Aug 22, 2024 • Nate Bayne

5 Reading Recommendations for 2026

A few favorites from last year

Jan 15 • Nate Bayne

On Sin, Obsession, and the Grace in the Gaps

Balancing the call to be better with the reality of shortcomings

Jan 6 • Nate Bayne

Pick Your Rabbit

The art of simplifying your pursuits

Oct 24, 2025 • Nate Bayne

Mind the Annoyance

There are useful insights behind the things that bug you

Oct 3, 2025 • Nate Bayne

The Lion Hunt: Part 4

The Moment of Truth

Jul 31, 2025 • Nate Bayne

The Lion Hunt: Part 3

Jun 27, 2025 • Nate Bayne

The Lion Hunt: Part 2

Jun 7, 2025 • Nate Bayne

Paperback Pirates

Paperback Pirates

Paperback Pirates is a biweekly philosophy newsletter. Readers should expect engaging and thoughtful essays about life and what it means to live well. Book reviews, occasional musings, and storytelling are also par for the course here.

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