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Greg Stevens


Greg Stevens is a data scientist with over 20 years of hands-on experience with machine learning, predictive analytics, and related statistical methods. His research-driven essays tackle issues in pop culture, politics, and science. He also hosts a YouTube channel.

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3 ridiculous myths about how technology is destroying your mind

Ask yourself: Is there science to back that up?

On Jul 8, 2014 by Greg Stevens

Internet Culture
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Should you data-mine your exes?

As appealing as it sounds on the surface, it might actually be a terrible idea.

On Jul 7, 2014 by Greg Stevens

Internet Culture
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Forget everything you’ve heard about Bryan Singer’s Hollywood parties

The way to fight rape culture is to fight actual rape, not to demonize decadent parties.

On Jun 25, 2014 by Greg Stevens

Internet Culture
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How to dumb down the arguments for transgender rights

The golden rule? Respect how someone identifies and don't be a huge jerk.

On Jun 4, 2014 by Greg Stevens

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Would you have sex with a robot?

Admit it. You probably would.

On Jun 2, 2014 by Greg Stevens

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Every argument against cosmetic surgery is wrong

If you shame someone for getting cosmetic surgery, you're just blaming the victim.

On May 19, 2014 by Greg Stevens

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Why we can’t stop cloning Flappy Bird

Despite what cynics may think, income usually isn’t  the main motivation developers have for copying games. 

On May 7, 2014 by Greg Stevens

Internet Culture
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Opposing anti-gay views isn’t bullying

Opposing anti-gay views in the marketplace is not bullying. It's capitalism.

On Apr 4, 2014 by Greg Stevens

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How discount culture led to Malaysia Flight MH370’s disappearance

Why wasn't the Malaysia flight equipped with better GPS? Cost isn't the issue. 

On Mar 26, 2014 by Greg Stevens

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What it’s like to have a father who’s Facebook famous

Telling friends and family your father is in the hospital is difficult enough. It's even harder when your father is Facebook famous.

On Mar 15, 2014 by Greg Stevens

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Facebook’s trans-inclusive gender options impacts everyone

By asking users how they identify, Facebook started an important conversation on identity—one we should all be listening to.

On Feb 27, 2014 by Greg Stevens

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Big Brother is not who you think he is

Afraid of Google snooping on your data and the NSA reading your email conversations? You've got Big Brother all wrong. 

On Feb 24, 2014 by Greg Stevens

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America doesn’t need a second Snowden

If there is a second Snowden—or even a wave of activists who follow in Snowden’s footsteps—then they need to learn from his mistakes.

On Feb 17, 2014 by Greg Stevens

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Why you can’t stop playing Flappy Bird

It's the perfect balance between stress and reward. 

On Feb 7, 2014 by Greg Stevens

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