The Algorithmic Journal
Explaining how a rapidly changing world
affects ordinary human lives.
Technology
AI can now create remarkably convincing images, voices and video. But the greater danger may not be believing something fake, it may be reaching the point where we no longer trust what’s real. Maya Chen explores what happens when “seeing is believing” no longer works.
Technology
When Google and AI can answer almost anything in seconds, do we still need to remember things ourselves? Maya Chen explores why knowledge still matters—and why knowing how to think, question and recognize when something doesn’t sound right may matter more than ever.
Money & Work
A hundred dollars used to feel like money. Now it can disappear during an ordinary Tuesday. Mike Torres takes a friendly look at the small purchases, conveniences and everyday expenses quietly draining our wallets—and why getting control doesn’t mean giving up everything you enjoy.
Culture
Whatever happened to simply dropping by? In a world where even casual visits are scheduled by text, we may have gained convenience—but lost a little spontaneity along the way. Ellie Hart looks at the simple pleasure of letting people into our homes, our messy kitchens, and our ordinary lives.
Lifestyle
Our phones keep us connected to the world, but sometimes at the expense of the person sitting right beside us. A friendly look at how everyday screen habits can quietly create distance in a relationship—and how a few small changes can bring us closer again.
Culture
A second marriage in your 60s comes with history, habits, families, and old wounds—but also the wisdom to recognize what truly matters. Ellie Hart explores the challenges and unexpected blessings of choosing love again later in life.
Money & Work
What actually makes your credit score go up or down? Learn how payment history, credit-card balances, account age, applications and other factors affect your credit—and which common credit myths you can ignore.
Culture
Boomer, Gen X, Millennial or Gen Z? Here's who belongs to each generation, the commonly used birth years, where the names came from and why the dates sometimes differ.
Sports
Quarterback, linebacker, safety, tight end—what does everyone actually do? Here's a beginner-friendly guide to football positions for people who don't speak football.
News
Inflation may be slowing, but groceries, rent and everyday expenses still feel expensive. Here's what inflation actually means, why prices rise and why lower inflation doesn't necessarily mean lower prices.
Entertainment
From The Godfather and Casablanca to Jurassic Park and The Matrix, here are 25 movies everyone should experience at least once—and why each one deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Faith
Don't know what to say when you pray? Prayer doesn't require perfect words. Here's a simple, practical way to begin talking to God exactly where you are.