Julia Galef is a prominent author, speaker, and co-founder of the Center for Applied Rationality, an organization focused on improving decision-making and critical thinking skills. She is known for her work in promoting rationality and effective reasoning, often discussing how to think more clearly about complex issues. In addition to her work at the center, Galef hosts the popular podcast Rationally Speaking, where she explores topics related to science, philosophy, and rational thought. She has also written a book titled The Scout Mindset, which encourages readers to adopt a mindset that values curiosity and open-mindedness over defensiveness.