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Godwin’s Law: “As an online discussion grows longer, the probability of a comparison involving Nazis or Hitler approaches one”. This swirling of the debate drain is best avoided but today I’m going there. It’s my blog and I can Godwin … Continue reading →

While feeding my wood stove I discovered something about the recent elections. I ignored virtually all media horseshit during the run up to the 2014 mid term elections. I discovered physical proof I’d made the correct choice. Let’s begin with … Continue reading →

[I wrote this several weeks ago. I decided not to post it because shit could get real. So far it’s gone well. I figure it’s not gauche to post it now.] The Ebola Speech You Didn’t Hear My fellow Americans, … Continue reading →

In case you weren’t aware of this indisputable fact, Evil Dead III / Army Of Darkness (1992) is one of the best movies ever made. Oh sure, you were thinking of something else, possibly something with a plot that doesn’t … Continue reading →

I used to like listening to shortwave. Specifically because it’s utterly unlike what you’ll hear on FM.  “Sources report that American NASCAR motorsports still use caboretors, we haven’t ascertained why but our reporters are working on it and think it … Continue reading →

A rocket powered bicycle that goes 207 MPH. That is exactly what I wanted when I was twelve. What a wild ride!

I’ve become fascinated with history. Specifically the long view and moments of unreality. How did society start with cavemen who lived in reality or died if the game migrated when they weren’t paying attention, and wind up with modern man … Continue reading →

My earlier shortwave post, written during a fit of rage at my frustrating, useless $35 Radio Shack box of disappointment, was short on details. Lets add some sideboards: Price: Price range of $100 – $200. If I can get sufficient … Continue reading →

Warning: This post is a “first world problem”. If you’re currently fighting hyenas for food, in a gun battle with Al-Qaeda, enduring Ebola, or living in a mud hut… don’t even think about reading my silly American whining because you’ll … Continue reading →

I haven’t had a decent shortwave receiver in forever but I once enjoyed listening more or less randomly to whatever popped up. I never paid attention, I just pretended SW was AM and turned dials. That was a long time … Continue reading →