Preston Dirges and the Infinite Everythink

Preston Dirges and the Infinite Everythink

Orwell was a pussy. Anybody could manage doublethink. A politician, a Nazi soldier, a customer services representative, a spouse. They all engage in doublethink as a matter of course. At some time approximately halfway through the twentieth century, doublethink became [...]

5 Unfortunate Reasons Why Ron Paul Will Not Be President

5 Unfortunate Reasons Why Ron Paul Will Not Be President

In 1988, Ron Paul did not become the President of the USA. He did not become President in 2008. And in 2012, he probably will not become President… according to most pundits. But Paul has previously said that he seeks [...]

Who Makes Jobs? Maybe Newt, Maybe Not

Who Makes Jobs? Maybe Newt, Maybe Not

The political right faces a key challenge when arguing for small government. Some voters are motivated to support politicians who promise that good things will happen after they are elected. So far, so obvious. An equally obvious example of a [...]

The New New Year with num-Eric

The New New Year with num-Eric

Plus ça change… this morning I consulted Samuel Pepys to see what he was thinking about, 350 years ago to the day. It turns out Sam was planning to do his year end accounts, and was worried about whether he [...]

Writing a Carol for Everyone

Writing a Carol for Everyone

There is no festival for literally everyone, which is a shame. Christmas does pretty well; its popularity extends beyond the two billion people who call themselves Christians. On the other hand, I can sympathize with those Christians who feel dispossessed [...]

Removed from Re:Move

Removed from Re:Move

Last week I wrote that I never wanted to write another word about my short film, Re:Move. That was an exaggeration. I can think of one more thing that is worth sharing. The film was a lot of fun to [...]

Stories & Skits

Preston Dirges and the Infinite Everythink

Preston Dirges and the Infinite Everythink

Orwell was a pussy. Anybody could manage doublethink. A politician, a Nazi soldier, a customer services representative, a spouse. They all engage in doublethink as a matter of course. At some time approximately halfway through the twentieth century, doublethink became [...]

Poems

Writing a Carol for Everyone

Writing a Carol for Everyone

There is no festival for literally everyone, which is a shame. Christmas does pretty well; its popularity extends beyond the two billion people who call themselves Christians. On the other hand, I can sympathize with those Christians who feel dispossessed [...]

Essays & Opinion

5 Unfortunate Reasons Why Ron Paul Will Not Be President

5 Unfortunate Reasons Why Ron Paul Will Not Be President

In 1988, Ron Paul did not become the President of the USA. He did not become President in 2008. And in 2012, he probably will not become President… according to most pundits. But Paul has previously said that he seeks [...]

Audio

A Visit from St. Away

‘Twas the day before Christmas, and all round the flat, Not a creature was present, not even the cat. Most were out shopping, loading bags full of crap; There was no time for lazing, nor having a nap. The children [...]