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The Curiosity Vine is an idea incubator.

Our contributors have experience and interest in a variety of high-impact topics, such as science, technology, conservation, mathematics, data science, public policy, economics, and others. Our objective is to promote early-stage ideas, enable idea collaboration, and test idea purchase.

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Money, Math, and Mistakes: Training Sophisticated Neural Networks for the Realities of Banking

Introduction: Bridging the Gap at JMU This narrative is based on a program designed for undergraduate students in the James Madison University Business Analytics program. As you begin your journey into the world of data science, it is easy to focus entirely on the "how"—the code, the math, and the algorithms. However, in the world of banking, the "why" and the "where" are just as important. This session is intended to provide you with the professional context for how neural n

College & Career

Beyond the Resumé: Decoding the Biological Signals of Leadership Success and Burnout

This article explores my leadership story through the lens of neurobiology. At the time, I was a young leader in my 30s. I lacked the vocabulary to describe my own neurodiversity, but I was acutely aware of my "differentness." I was fortunate to navigate those internal challenges in a way that eventually empowered my amazing teams and fueled our collective success. I offer these insights to help you connect your own unique neurobiology to your work environment; we all possess

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The Stability Premium: Navigating the Four Nevers of Banking Data

Banks and consumer platforms like Amazon share one significant asset: they both sit atop vast reservoirs of consumer data. However, this is where the comparison ends. The differences lie in the geometry of time, the weight of impact, and the persistence of uncertainty. Amazon’s feedback loop is near-instant; a "full cycle" from purchase to delivery is measured in days. In contrast, banking lives in the long-view. It may take years for credit card behavior to reveal its risk p

Loan and Risk

The Invisible Moat: Modern Zoning and the Persistence of the Feudal Mindset

In the Middle Ages, the architecture of exclusion was honest. If you were a feudal lord seeking to protect your status and wealth from the "unwashed masses," you built a castle. You surrounded that castle with a deep, water-filled moat and a drawbridge remaining resolutely upright. The message was unmistakable: We are in here; you are out there. Our safety depends on your exclusion. As we examine the modern American housing landscape, it is tempting to believe we have evolved

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The Quiet Wealth of Parenting: 10 Practical Lessons for Raising Thriving Children

It's not about money or perfection; it's about presence, governing our seeking, and being a self-learner. Discover the 10 Practical Parenting Lessons from "The Quiet Wealth of Enough" that teach resilience, self-learning, and the true meaning of wealth for raising healthy, happy children. These lessons come from a deep understanding of the behavioral and cognitive sciences, financial education, teaching, and the practical experience of raising four confident, resilient, an

Curiosity Journey

Jeff Hulett

Nov 29, 20252 min read

Solving the blurry line between man and machine: Example of using GenAI as your thinking partner

I wrote the next speech and published the text on Personal Finance Reimagined. PFR is a sister platform to The Curiosity Vine, our idea incubator. The Time Traveler's Co-Pilot: Guiding Your Child Through the College Decision This speech is part of the program introduction for high school parents, as a kick-off for a SCHEV-sponsored Gear Up program at several Virginia high schools. It is an amazing program and we are proud to partner with SCHEV. This article is about how we

Personal Finance Journey

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Nov 10, 20254 min read

The Quiet Wealth of Enough: A Parent’s Guide to Raising Thriving Children

Gratitude, Luck, and Preparation... People often ask us: “How did you raise four healthy, happy, and successful children?” It is humbling to hear the question. Each of our young adult children built a life of purpose—strong careers, committed relationships, and financial habits carrying them forward. The short answer is simple: we are appreciative and lucky. But as Seneca reminded us long ago, “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.” God provided the oppor

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Jeff Hulett

Sep 7, 202521 min read