Scott Mclaughlan
@scott-mclaughlan
Scott is an independent scholar who writes broadly on the political sociology of the modern world.
Areas of Expertise
Everything You Need to Know About Chaos Magic
Chaos Magic encourages the idea that individuals can alter their experience of social reality according to their own unique perspectives and principles.
Why René Descartes Believed That Machines Will Never Be Able to Genuinely “Think”
According to René Descartes, no matter how advanced or sophisticated, machine intelligence remains fundamentally inferior to the complexity and depth of human intelligence.
Beyond the Genius: Einstein’s Complicated Relationship with his Children
Albert Einstein’s relationships to his three kids were distant and complicated – marked variously by conflict, secrecy, personal tragedy, and at times, mutual admiration.
How 5 Great Thinkers Found Meaning Through Walking
What do an ancient Greek philosopher, a French exile, an American urbanist, a 19th-century German philosopher, and a Scottish nature writer have in common? Walking.
5 Cryptids (Mythical Animals) from the Strange World of Cryptozoology
Cryptozoology, the study of mythical animals whose existence is unproven by modern science, presents a strange yet fascinating blend of folklore, legend, and wild speculation.
How the Festival of Ganesha Chaturthi Was Invented for Political Reasons
In 1894, colonial Bombay saw the birth of the Ganesha Chaturthi festival. More political than religious, the festivities promoted Hindu unity and targeted Muslim “enemies.”
The 5 Most Significant Non-Abrahamic World Religions and Philosophies
Read on and discover five non-Abrahamic World Religions to better understand yourself and the world you live in.
What Came First, Blues or Jazz?
Blues came before jazz, but their stories are deeply connected. The Delta blues inspired New Orleans jazz and shaped modern music.
The Game of Kings – The Intriguing History of Tamerlane Chess
Tamerlane Chess is a medieval chess variant thought to have originated in the 14th-century court of the Turco-Mongol Emperor Timur. The game likely functioned as both elite entertainment and a symbolic expression of imperial order.
Mahatma Gandhi’s 3 Quotes That Changed the World
Mahatma Gandhi’s most famous quotes embody his philosophy of nonviolence, self-discipline, and moral courage – principles that transformed the Indian independence movement and inspired global struggles for justice and freedom.
How a 7th-Century War Game Transformed Into a Symbol of Intelligence
Chess has evolved over centuries from an ancient Indian board game into a global competitive sport, reflecting cultural exchange over time and the rise of computing.
How Did the Quakers Transform from Radical Dissenters to Icons of Peace?
The Religious Society of Friends, better known as the Quakers, began as a revolutionary theological movement that challenged the social, political, and religious orthodoxies of their time.