2 chapters across the catalog
Adam Curry shares a recent anecdote from JFK Airport involving a tall TSA agent. After a brief conversation about the rarity of meeting people of similar height, the two shared a hug, which Curry describes as a moment of genuine human connection in a sterile environment.
Cliff Stoll cites a Stanford University study showing that shyness is increasing as people spend more time interacting with screens rather than humans. He references the book "Bowling Alone" to illustrate the decline in local community investment and volunteerism. Stoll observes that people are now more comfortable tapping on tablets than engaging in face-to-face conversations at rail stations or public squares.
