Talebs problem is an intense narcissism, allied with strong intelligence, but not as strong as his narcissism would leave him to believe. So, we have to listen

Talebs problem is an intense narcissism, allied with strong intelligence, but not as strong as his narcissism would leave him to believe. So, we have to listen carefully to find his useful insights, while wading through the bombast. Don't try to engage with him critically, but constructively, directly on the internets though, because he prefers acolytes to arguments!