This is what happens when the government functions because lobbyists don’t write legislation or buy politicians and media outlets dedicated to propaganda (Fox News and right wing talk radio) don’t exist to confuse people.
Product & Startup Builder
Disappointing Apple Product Releases
Apple should be embarrassed by their product releases this week. Disappointing
Car Craze
Stadia GDC 2019 Gaming Announcement
Christchurch Mosque Shootings
Finally got a chance to catch up on this. Perfect words for the moment.
Stuff vs. Experiences
On the debate over “stuff” vs “experiences”:
Life isn’t about stuff OR experiences. These things facilitate each other.
I’ve had some of the most amazing experiences because of my “stuff”. Hosted exciting gatherings in my apartment. Enjoyed emotional stories on my TV. Had exhilarating rides in my car.
Each of those experiences was shared with people - resulting in meeting new people or creating deeper relationships.
So while there are pure experiences facilitated by services (e.g airline travel to hotels), “stuff” is often a very direct means by which we have experiences and meaningful relationships with other people.
In fact, I usually buy “stuff” based almost entirely on an analysis of how it can make my day-to-day experience more productive or create shared experiences for my friends and family.
Being an aspiring minimalist, I also donate or throw stuff out based on the same analysis.
The key, of course, is to place the emphasis where it belongs - not on the stuff, but on the experiences and people facilitated by the stuff. Because if you’re not careful, stuff can own you - instead of the other way around. That’s why I try to share everything with my loved ones - both in person and online.
HR Startup Shortlyster
Best Car
If your car doesn’t make you look back as you walk away, then what’s the point
Modern Star Trek Problems
The problem with modern Star Trek is that the people running it, don’t get it.
Star Trek is not about the plot/mystery. It’s about the parable. It’s about an ethical knot that needs to be untangled or a character’s perspective that needs to be explored or updated.
Star Trek isn’t about 1 character (I.e Michael), it’s about a trinity or family of people who combine their skills.
Star Trek isn’t about a group of people with interpersonal problems - it’s about a group of amazing, highly competent people working together to effectively achieve important things. It’s about how they overcome the rigidity of the Starfleet hierarchy to become a family.
Star Trek isn’t about action, it’s about discussion. It isn’t about a moving camera and solving problems with fights and phasers. It’s about using logic and conversation to untangle complicated ethical quandaries and differences in perspective.
Star Trek isn’t about treating the audience like idiots who aren’t paying a lot of attention (therefore requiring constant exposition dumps) but rather about trusting the audience to use their intellect to piece together the situation and the rules of the universe.
Edit: Star Trek didn’t need to be saved by Social Justice Warriors. It has always featured diverse casts of strong men, women, and aliens.
I’m not upset that everything looks different, or that things don’t line up with cannon. I’m upset that the spirit of the show is completely lost.
I’m not upset about “just a TV show” - I’m upset that something that has been culturally important (and is needed now more than ever) is being wasted/diluted for no good reason.
The Enemy Is Extremism . . .
The enemy is extremism, tribalism and desperation.
More heartbreaking and dangerous than attacks like these is the refusal of mainstream leaders and media to call it what it is - terrorism. Because then we would have to admit that Terrorism isn’t limited to one religion or one side - but rather it’s the result of extremism, tribalism and desperation.
Related: Religion comes in many forms - one of them is nationalism.
Abundance
Abundance Is Already Here, It’s Just Not Evenly Distributed
Dichotomy
I’m hopelessly romantic/idealistic about my values, philosophical beliefs and vision.
However, I’m extremely pragmatic and tactical about how I implement and act in the world (more so with age and experience).
Dichotomy
Facebook: Suggested People To Follow
It’s interesting that Aaleah’s Facebook “suggested people to follow” widget seems to be recommending Facebook investors, employees and Zuckerberg’s family. These are not prople she’s organically connected to or interested in. Using the platform to build the influence of friendlies? Is this just a coincidence or something more going on? Cc Josh
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Movie: Brightburn
Brilliant idea. Looks like it's executed super well too. Excited to see this.
America's Corruption Crisis
I’ve been saying that corruption is systemic for years. Finally a crystal clear articulation and call to action. Share far and wide and get involved.
It's All A Matter Of Perspective
It's all a matter of perspective. I'm probably weird, but I think like this a lot. Especially about dangly, shiny bits that people wear.
Characters In Most Movies . . .
I love how the characters in most movies or TV shows based on a well-known premise or mechanic usually have no knowledge about any other movie or TV show with the same premise or mechanic.
For example most zombie movies pretend there’s never been a zombie movie and Russian Doll on Netflix pretends there’s never been “Groundhog Day”
I think I’ve seen only a few exceptions to this - for example in the Stargate TV shows and Deadpool.
Movie Recommendation: Alita Battle Angel
Alita Battle Angel: Surprisingly solid. Shades of grey, action has (some) weight. As does the emotional stuff. Worth a watch in the cinema. Note though: I had very low expectations going in.
The Porsche 911 – Adaptive Aerodynamics
Sometimes people ask me why I like Porsche over other, flashier sports cars/brands.
Porsche reminds me of Apple. They’re not always first, they’re not always flashy in terms of fancy shapes, but when they include new features they are usually integrated into the simplest (and most elegant) platonic shapes with the highest engineering standards.
The result, is a kind of balance and refinement that other brands can only aspire to. All while feeling more visceral and confidence inspiring than anything else I’ve driven.
Take this video, for example. None of the drama of a McLaren or Lamborghini - but just as effective (if not more).
Don’t get me wrong, though - I still enjoy those other brands too!
Republican's Have Broken Politics
I’ve been saying this for about a decade. This isn’t a new video, but It becomes clearer and clearer over time.