The trouble with Problematic Artists

We all have creatives whose beliefs don’t mesh with our own. We’d like to just separate art from artist, but is it that easy?

What’s in a Map?

We’ve got a new world map. Good opportunity to discuss why maps and what goes on them matters.

Biohacking and extra-long life aren’t as important as living well, in safety and content.

What does it mean for something to be realistic? Does it even matter? What are we stepping over in this conversation?

Why doesn’t the US commit to isolationism? Why do interventions continue, and are we looking at Forever War?

Protestors are shutting down a place of community and joy. Disappointment in Sydney.

In some ways, the Imperium of Man is a great commentary on authoritarian regimes. In others, not so much.

Some additional thoughts on War, and how we calculate and understand something like ‘deadliness.’

Modern War is not more humane or moderated than the conflict of the past. In fact, we’ve more or less perfected the Death Machine.

Through sleight of hand, we have a narrative that everything is great and getting better. But there’s a couple of problems.