Channel Title: Jerry Liu Polymath Channel Description: Hey guys! This is Jerry! For those of you new to the channel, some viewers call me a Polymath. Basically I like to study many subjects and synthesize them together. I never expected this channel to get popular in 2018. For those of you who have been there since the beginning, thank you so much for following my growth and my stumbles. The landscape of the topics we used to talk about has changed, and I honestly wonder if it was a good idea to unleash all those ways of thinking into the mainstream. Nevertheless, we will continue to grow and stumble on this channel. For old viewers of this channel, consider becoming a channel member if you enjoyed the old content. None of that strokes my intellectual curiosity anymore, so feel free to move on too if you don't want to see the old content in the members-only section. <video> Summer Camp In The 90s Description: Summer camp in the 90s in Chicago, Illinois. Two of the activities that would never ever be allowed in our modern society. Let's talk about these hilarious activities that were very well-intentioned, and at the time, we found it fun (and cooling). Let me know if any of these activities resemble something you did in summer camp back in childhood! The other video I mentioned in this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSfoPTmirWw&list=PLLdkVX7UivyMai9xA8zgL2LO3SH7XW1Xn&pp=gAQB Timecodes: 0:00 Context 1:32 Why we needed these activities 2:11 Make the counselors laugh story 4:28 Fire Truck story 6:27 Thoughts </video> <video> Using Blinders When Reading - An Essential Life Skill I'm Learning Description: It's often fun to interpret and overanalyze, but that's not always helpful, especially if you're studying taxes. Let's do a fun exploration into a small part of today's coursework I had. Here's a very important critical thinking concept that I'm only beginning to learn and get good at. Let me know if you want more examples of this. The links to what we were exploring are listed below. Again, this is just an intersection of fun and academic understanding, not meant for tax/accounting/legal advice for anyone. If you want to read more about the changes to 5695, check out the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. Instructions for Form 5695: https://www.irs.gov/instructions/i5695 https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f5695.pdf Schedule C: https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f1040s3.pdf 1040: https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f1040.pdf Biomass Stoves: https://www.energystar.gov/about/federal-tax-credits/biomass-stovesboilers Inflation Reduction Act 2022: https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/5376/text Timecodes: 0:00 Setup 2:27 Re-reading with blinders on 4:03 Thoughts and analysis </video> <video> I Actually Applied Eighth Grade Math In The Real World Today! Description: I cannot believe eighth grade geometry class came in handy when I was taking my tax class. Let's watch and see how I implemented something from eigth grade geometry! Let me know if you know what this concept is actually called! When was the last time you applied something from grade school math? Let me know! Like always, this is just academic. This video is not intended as tax, legal, accounting, or finance advice. IRS Literature consulted: Publication 17 Hey guys! This is Jerry! For those of you new to the channel, some viewers call me a Polymath. I'm very high functioning on the Autism spectrum, and one of the "superpowers" that I have is I'm able to really get into complex subjects and learn about them and share my insights. Because I've studied many subjects, I enjoy synthesizing them together too. I never expected this channel to get popular in 2018. For those of you who have been there since the beginning, thank you so much. The landscape of the topics we used to talk about has changed, and I honestly wonder if it was a good idea to unleash all those ways of thinking into the mainstream. Nevertheless, we will continue to grow and stumble on this channel. For old viewers of this channel, consider becoming a channel member if you enjoyed the old content. The old topics rarely stroke my intellectual curiosity anymore, so feel free to move on too if you don't want to see the old content in the members-only section. However, I want to encourage you to keep learning and constantly expand your horizons! </video> <video> A Debate I Had With A Friend In 2019 That I Now Agree With Him On Description: Is intelligence a big indicator or measurement of how much potential for success you might have? This is the central question that my friend Jordan and I had a debate about. Jordan, I think I agree with your assertions now. Let's examine through some funny stories and the usual Jerry analysis! What do you guys think about on this topic? </video> <video> When Government Language Is So Different Than Common Language Description: Let's explore two terms that have official definitions that we use so differently in casual conversation. Let's look at how the IRS (Internal Revenue Service) defines these terms. Did you know these terms before I explored them with you? Have you used them casually? Today, we will look at the official definition of Head of Household and Real Estate Professional. You'll be surprised what the publications say. Like always, this is just for fun. It's not meant to be legal, accounting or tax advice. However, I encourage you to read and learn more about this stuff. It's so useful for life! Literature consulted (note, I have mostly 2023 tax year copies, so make sure to read up on the 2024 if you're interested): Instructions for 1040 Publication 17 Publication 925 Schedule E Schedule C Instructions for Schedule C Hey guys! This is Jerry! For those of you new to the channel, some viewers call me a Polymath. I'm very high functioning on the Autism spectrum, and one of the "superpowers" that I have is I'm able to really get into complex subjects and learn about them and share my insights. Because I've studied many subjects, I enjoy synthesizing them together too. I never expected this channel to get popular in 2018. For those of you who have been there since the beginning, thank you so much. The landscape of the topics we used to talk about has changed, and I honestly wonder if it was a good idea to unleash all those ways of thinking into the mainstream. Nevertheless, we will continue to grow and stumble on this channel. For old viewers of this channel, consider becoming a channel member if you enjoyed the old content. The old topics rarely stroke my intellectual curiosity anymore, so feel free to move on too if you don't want to see the old content in the members-only section. However, I want to encourage you to keep learning and constantly expand your horizons! </video> <video> Let's Play Some Chess And Catch Up Description: Haven't played chess online for a while. If you want to play me in chess, add me here: https://chess.com/member/jerrycricket?ref_id=307216489 Disclaimer: When you purchase or upgrade a Chess.com membership through my link, I may earn a small commission. </video> <video> Still The Funniest Moment From US Presidential Debates Description: "I'll take Global Warming for 600." I will never forget this moment. I mistakenly attributed the Dodd Jeopardy joke to Biden years ago, but it was Chris Dodd vs Tavis Smiley upon finding the clip again. Let us know what you think. Do you remember this moment from July 1, 2007? Who's retort was the best? What other debate moments made you laugh? How can we as citizens of a democracy do better! </video> <video> The Scene In The Original Snow White That Always Disturbed Me Description: For those of you who have seen the 1937 Snow White movie, do you remember the huntsman scene? Was something off about it? Let's watch and you decide. Also, hear a hilarious story that is kind of similar in a comical way. If anyone hasn't seen the 1937 classic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ivhn4TL_9RI Timecodes: 0:00 Context 0:48 The questionable moment 1:45 Funny fifth grade story </video> <video> Is Rachel Zegler Correct About The Original Snow White Movie? Analyzing The Prince Scene Description: The scene where Prince Florian meets Snow White is likely the scene that Rachel Zegler is referring to during the interview segments that got her into so much debate. Let's actually examine the scene and see it as objectively as we can. Does the first meeting between Snow White and the Prince deserve the label that Zegler gave it? You guys let me know in the comments. Do you remember this scene from the 1937 Disney movie? The two interview segments: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RVg3yetTE4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9tyxeuN4hBo If anyone hasn't seen the 1937 classic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ivhn4TL_9RI Timecodes: 0:00 The interview segment 0:40 Let's analyze the scene 4:21 Further Analysis </video> <video> The First Time I Recognized Absolute Lack of Logical Thinking In A Friend Description: Some of us can remember one incident when we lost a little respect for someone we looked up to. Here's a story from my Chicago days. Let me know if you've had a story like this. Another funny story from my Chicago days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSfoPTmirWw&list=PLLdkVX7UivyMai9xA8zgL2LO3SH7XW1Xn&pp=gAQB Timecodes: 0:00 Context 1:23 Mortal Combat story 5:13 Story applied to society 6:24 Upcoming story </video> <video> Somehow We Are All Still Dealing With The Past Few Years Description: Even though the world wants to collectively forget what happened in 2020 and 2021, I had a reminder of it recently when I went to a bigger church for the first time in a few years. Let's see what reminder I had. Leave your thoughts and share what habits you still carry from the past few years. Keep striving to learn and make your life better! Help the community around you when you can. Timecodes: 0:00 How some places handled 2020 1:56 A church I went to 2:19 What happened afterwards 3:41 Going to a really big church for the first time 4:40 Behavioral pattern I still have 5:30 Something to remember 7:54 What I'm learning now </video> <video> One of Life's Important Lessons I Learned At Age Four Description: Here's one of the funniest stories from my Chicago days. Years later when I took statistics class, I always had this story involving a Border-Collie/Aussie mix named Sam and my Uncle Jim. When did you learn about correlation does not equal causation? More chicago stories here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAEca8ziamE&list=PLLdkVX7UivyMai9xA8zgL2LO3SH7XW1Xn Timecodes: 0:00 Friend of my dad's 0:39 Sam the Aussie 1:41 Shoutout 1:55 First time walking with Sam 3:26 The button on the leash 4:36 Lesson 5:05 The central issue </video> <video> I Actually Used SAT Reading Comprehension Skills Description: I had this amazing moment yesterday where I felt like I was doing an SAT reading comprehension problem. It was beyond cool. Let's explore what happened and my recommendation for how the US education system could better prepare and apply what they teach. Let me know what you think! Remember, this video is just a reflection and academic analysis. It is not intended as finance, accounting, legal, or tax advice. Now have fun and go learn! IRS Literature consulted: Publication 54 Hey guys! This is Jerry! For those of you new to the channel, some viewers call me a Polymath. I'm very high functioning on the Autism spectrum, and one of the "superpowers" that I have is I'm able to really get into complex subjects and learn about them and share my insights. Because I've studied many subjects, I enjoy synthesizing them together too. I never expected this channel to get popular in 2018. For those of you who have been there since the beginning, thank you so much. The landscape of the topics we used to talk about has changed, and I honestly wonder if it was a good idea to unleash all those ways of thinking into the mainstream. Nevertheless, we will continue to grow and stumble on this channel. For old viewers of this channel, consider becoming a channel member if you enjoyed the old content. The old topics rarely stroke my intellectual curiosity anymore, so feel free to move on too if you don't want to see the old content in the members-only section. However, I want to encourage you to keep learning and constantly expand your horizons! Timecodes: 0:00 A moment to reflect on 0:11 Who this applies to 0:25 Why I had to pull on SAT Reading Comprehension skills 0:42 The standard assumption on extensions 1:11 The passage in question 2:35 What I did after reading and rereading 3:31 The second passage in question 4:59 What does this remind you of? 5:26 How can we better educate the young? 6:11 How can SAT better predict certain factors 6:51 Final reflection </video> <video> This Learning Technique Never Works, But All Of Us Are Taught It Description: I'm sure we all have stories of ineffective ways of teaching (and learning). I think this technique takes the cake for sure. Did any of you have to memorize vocabulary or definition of terms endlessly, as if somehow your mind would retain it all and put it to use too? If you remember this type of "learning," then please reflect with me as we look at some flash cards from my past. My previous video on this topic: https://youtu.be/vOhhSYlvtbc </video> <video> An Acting Technique That Also Incredibly Practices Mindfulness Description: This is an acting exercise that helps you develop mindfulness in a very unique way. It's amazing how much the Stanislavski method can help in daily life. Have you ever heard of this acting technique or observed these things in yourself or others? My previous video on this topic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9oBcV4-Ghbg Timecodes: 0:00 Context 0:30 Performative acting vs naturalistic acting 0:57 Continuing the theme from last time 1:41 The foil 2:33 How do people actually interact 3:30 An exercise to try with a friend 4:40 Applying it to mindfulness and watching performances 7:30 A comment for you to share 7:48 Another technique that I might explore </video>

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Hey guys! This is Jerry! For those of you new to the channel, some viewers call me a Polymath. Basically I like to study many subjects and synthesize them together. I never expected this channel to get popular in 2018. For those of you who have been there since the beginning, thank you so much for following my growth and my stumbles. The landscape of the topics we used to talk about has changed, and I honestly wonder if it was a good idea to unleash all those ways of thinking into the mainstream. Nevertheless, we will continue to grow and stumble on this channel.

For old viewers of this channel, consider becoming a channel member if you enjoyed the old content. None of that strokes my intellectual curiosity anymore, so feel free to move on too if you don't want to see the old content in the members-only section.

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