Matt Ridley

Matt Ridley is a British science writer and journalist known for exploring the intersection of biology, economics, and human behavior. His work frequently examines how complex systems—markets, ecosystems, and cultures—produce order without central direction.

Ridley has written extensively on evolution, innovation, and human progress, advocating for evidence-based optimism grounded in historical trends and scientific understanding. His writing combines storytelling with data, challenging popular narratives of decline and catastrophe.