I would not say that I was, these days, a 'student' of philosophy, although in my youth I was quite deeply involved with certain aspects of the British pragmatists.

This was possible only by dint of extended periods of frequently quite painful reflection and digestion.

The past nine years in San Diego have represented such a period of questioning.

What makes a specific quality or quantity of innovation retain its intense newness over the years?

I was hoping I could become a success to give my mother and my father a better way of living.

I don't think ethical people deal with intimidation as a method to achieve success. Undermining someone's self-esteem isn't a method to achieve success.

Your fame and your success moves much more rapidly than your ability to fund it.

If you fear making anyone mad, then you ultimately probe for the lowest common denominator of human achievement.