Scott Alexander creates a series of jokes imagining how famous philosophers would behave in a coffee shop, playing on their key ideas and quirks.
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Scott Alexander creates a series of philosophical jokes in the style of 'Literary Starbucks', imagining how famous philosophers would interact in a coffee shop. The jokes play on the philosophers' key ideas, famous quotes, or historical anecdotes. For example, Pythagoras runs away when he learns coffee is made from beans, Descartes ceases to exist after saying 'I think not', and Wittgenstein argues about the meaning of coffee sizes. The post showcases Scott's knowledge of philosophy and his ability to create humor by applying philosophical concepts to everyday situations.
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