10 Weekend Reads
This article presents a selection of longer-form reads for the weekend. Topics range from economic insights to personal reflections on the entertainment industry. Each piece offers a unique perspective on contemporary issues and historical narratives.
- ▪Jonathan Haidt's commencement address emphasizes the importance of paying attention in shaping one's values and identity.
- ▪Fed Chair Jay Powell's tenure is marked by significant economic challenges, including the pandemic's impact on inflation and unemployment.
- ▪The article discusses the rise of AI in Hollywood, where laid-off writers are now training AI, reflecting a shift in the job market.
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| Original publisher | The Big Picture |
| Canonical URL | https://ritholtz.com/2026/05/10-weekend-reads-91/ |
| Publication time | Sat, 16 May 2026 10:30:39 +0000 |
| Retrieval time | 2026-05-16T11:00:18.235Z |
| Last seen | 2026-05-16T11:00:18.235Z |
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| Publisher visit | Yes — open original |
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| Commercial reuse | May the content be reused commercially? | Not permitted |
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Opening excerpt (first ~120 words) tap to expand
10 Weekend Reads May 16, 2026 6:30am by Barry Ritholtz The weekend is here! Pour yourself a mug of Danish Blend coffee, grab a seat outside, and get ready for our longer-form weekend reads: • Pay Attention: Essential advice for the class of 2026. It sounds simple. But paying attention is in fact one of the most challenging and meaningful things you can do. Because what you pay attention to shapes what you care about. And what you care about shapes who you become. Jonathan Haidt’s NYU commencement address, in essay form. Familiar themes, sharper delivery.
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Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at The Big Picture.
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