"an old friend"

big is a good influence to me and CT at large. He's an awesome teacher with unique content that cuts through the noise. In a space full of fluff and hype, his grounded, thoughtful perspective is a breath of fresh air. You can feel he genuinely wants to help people understand, not just show off knowledge. That kind of genuine contribution is rare, and it's why he's become such a trusted voice for so many of us.