Some may have considered me foolhardy, but it's been my habit to brush aside the fear of mathematics when talking to candidate scientists.

But just to try to prove that fact to you, I've brought along some bioluminescent plankton in what is undoubtedly a foolhardy attempt at a live demonstration.

These investors do not view the 7 annual return on stocks as an average expectation, with downside risks counterbalanced by upside opportunities. Rather, they see a good scenario outcome that only the foolhardy would trust.

These risks are especially high at the dawn of a new innovation age. Achieving the socially desirable level of innovative effort then requires either foolhardy entrepreneurs who are willing to take high risks or a sufficient supply of risk capital.

In dealing with North Korea, two fundamental issues must be addressed. First, although governments are justified in criticizing North Korea for its foolhardy, counterproductive, and self destructive behavior over many years, including numerous inhuman acts perpetrated against its own people and others, North Korea is not solely to blame for its missile tantrum.