Today, we often view short videos on various platforms as culprits for reducing our attention spans. But there’s a historical parallel that might change your perspective – the art of the aphorism.
Brief and witty statements, aphorisms were not just popular in the past; they were crafted by some of the most admired minds. Think of Oscar Wilde and Maupassant, masters of this art.
Oscar Wilde once said, ‘Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.’ His ability to encapsulate profound truths in a single sentence is astounding.
Similarly, Maupassant observed, ‘The essence of life is the smile of round female bottoms, under the shadow of cosmic boredom.’ His wit could convey complex ideas in just a few words.
Their talent for creating punchy, concise, and impactful sentences makes them appear strikingly modern. It’s a reminder that short-form content, when done well, can be a powerful tool for expression.
Other short videos cover varied themes like:
Memetic Engineering for Fit Civilizations
Transparency and Explainability in Recommendation Engines
AI is the Engine to Find and Ask Better Questions
Comparing AIs with AIs
AI-dubbing Breaks Down Language Barriers (Check this out if you speak Italian!)
If you want to watch these shorter pieces, you can find and subscribe to them on the platform of your choice: LinkedIn, YouTube, X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Telegram, WhatsApp, Threads. (I include the transcript with each of them, so if you prefer reading, that’s available, too.)