March 2025

The saint represents spiritual purity, humility, and contemplation. The Spartan symbolizes physical discipline, courage, and unwavering resilience. To live like a saint but be a Spartan suggests cultivating an inner…

I am the ultimate modern-day monk Having the freedom of mind to remain in consistent contemplation, with occasional moments of socialization throughout the day, is the ultimate modern-day privilege.

Date: 480 BCLocation: Thermopylae, GreeceBelligerents: Greek city-states vs. the Persian EmpireResult: Persian victory — but a legendary stand In 480 BC, the mighty Persian Empire under King Xerxes I launched…

What’s poppin, people? It’s Dante. This morning, I’m sharing the advice and ideas I wish I knew 10 years ago when I started practicing street photography. So, without further ado,…

What’s poppin’, people? It’s Dante. Getting my morning started here in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia. Welcome to the Horticulture Center. Today, I’m thinking about what it means to be an amateur…

Few photographers have captured the elegance and intimacy of nature like Imogen Cunningham. Among her diverse and influential body of work, her botanical studies stand out as some of the…

The Nature of Capitalism

“Capitalism demands the best of every man—his rationality—and rewards him accordingly.”— Ayn Rand Capitalism is often criticized not for its outcomes—but for its morality. Even those who concede that it…

Despite its immense success in improving human life, capitalism is often resented. Why? The answer, it turns out, is not economic or historical—but moral. At the heart of capitalism is…

Despite its historical success and practical benefits, capitalism continues to face persistent criticism. In this lecture, we explore the most common economic and political objections to capitalism and offer reasoned…

Over the last few classes, we’ve explored the success of capitalism. Through historical data, we’ve seen the massive leap in human life quality, innovation, and wealth. Capitalism—driven by the price…

The lecture begins with a relatable example: the morning cup of Nespresso coffee. The speaker highlights the stunning complexity behind such a simple act—enjoying coffee—despite knowing virtually nothing about its…

Between America’s founding and 1914, the United States experienced unprecedented innovation and growth. Within 100 years, it became the richest and most powerful nation in the world. Why? Capitalism unleashed…

Capitalism, as discussed in the previous lecture, developed from a lineage of philosophical and ideological evolution—most notably through Enlightenment thinkers such as John Locke. The founding of the United States…

In just over a century, the United States transformed from a new republic into the richest, most powerful nation in the world. The pace of innovation and wealth creation during…

“Even the poorest among us has things the richest person 250 years ago didn’t have—running water, electricity, Wi-Fi.” “The true driver was not just technology or trade, but the liberation…

Yo, what’s poppin’ people? It’s Dante. This morning, I want to share with you how and why I make street photography sketchbooks using the Canon Selphy CP 1500 printer. As…

Just take 12 burger patties (3lbs), put them on a baking sheet, and put them in the oven for 15 minutes. Just eat that every single day. Add sunny side…

Dante Sisofo mastered street photography through a combination of relentless practice, philosophical reflection, and a deep curiosity about human life. Dante began photographing the streets nearly a decade ago, starting…

Almost like the next photo you make will be the last photograph you ever make

Everyone’s just stuck in the pregame lobby, like they’re playing call of duty, commenting about how the game went, without even playing the game itself

My goal with photography has nothing to do with pushing my own personal limits. The goal is now to push the limits of what the medium of photography can become.

Lessons from a Decade of Street Photography What’s popping, people? It’s Dante. Today, I’m going to be teaching you how to master street photography in 10 minutes. I’ll distill a…

I’m currently standing on a corner with beautiful light and shadow, and I just wanted to describe how I make photos in places like this—when I’m fishing out a scene…