The Blindspot

Democracy Redux

Unsatisfied with my earlier discussion of the value of democracy, in this episode I approach the same subject in a different way. Enjoy!

A Defense of Democracy

In response to many of my friends criticizing aspects of their own democratic governments I've responded with my thoughts on why I think democracy is the best of a series of worse alternatives.

The Next Episode

I begin the show by talking about a friend of mine's negative attitudes towards the concept of rearing children, and then I have no idea what I talked about, but I do know that I continued to talk for some time, and got through another show, so, there's that. Enjoy.

Just another Deadbeat with a Podcast

Out of all the episodes of my show that I've done with no guest, this is the one I think is the best so far. Take a listen, and enjoy!

All the Things on My Mind Today

On today's episode of the Blindspot, I begin by discussing why the United States should not be a member of the International Criminal Court, which segues into a broader discussion of my thoughts on international law. I then transition into talking about former president Trump's Trial in New York on charges that he used Michael Cohen as a go between to pay hush money to the pornstar Stormy Daniels which is a violation of campaign finance law. I point out that Mr. Trump must have the most high stakes life in the entire world. I then transition to a discussion of why wokeism is a horrible solution for fixing racial disparities in the United States. Enjoy!

Why I am not a Republican

Some of my good friends have, with differing degrees of seriousness  said to me recently that I am a closeted Republican. Annoyed by their mistaken conclusions, I attempt to outline some of my views on major political issues, from the social safety net, healthcare, immigration, abortion, transgender issues, guns, Donald Trump, and several other topics. I don't know if I helped my case or proved theirs, but either way, enjoy this latest episode!

The Not too Distant Future

In this episode of The Blind Spot, we kick off with L.P. Hartley's idea that "the past is a foreign country," pointing out that the future is too, except we don't know how yet. I make four bold predictions about what's on the horizon, covering global conflict, geopolitical shifts, political upheaval, and the game-changing impact of generative AI. Through detailed explanations and thought-provoking musings, I explore how these potential realities might unfold and what they could mean for all of us. Don't miss this exploration of what could be just around the corner. Enjoy!

A Blind Man on Blindness

On today's episode of The Blindspot, I delve into a topic I don't often discuss: blindness. Many people are curious about how I perceive the world, so I explain how I navigate my environment and identify objects. I describe how I recognize things by sound, smell, and touch, covering every aspect of blindness that comes to mind. While sharing these insights, I also cook dinner to show how I handle household tasks. Enjoy the show!

I Don't See the Difference Between a Kegger and a Protest

"In this episode, I examine the complex interplay between the right to protest and the right to public order. I begin by discussing the legal tensions surrounding protests, particularly highlighting a recent incident where law enforcement intervened to shut down scores of college and university protests. I argue that using the occupation of property as leverage for demands amounts to blackmail, not legitimate protest, and should be condemned. This conversation segues into a discussion on the violence and looting that characterized some Black Lives Matter protestors and how people make excuses for protestors who break laws when they agree with the protestors. This transitions into a discussion of the CHOP (Capitol Hill Organized Protest) zone, illustrating how the absence of law enforcement can lead to anarchic outcomes. I express my extreme anger at the mayor of Seattle for allowing the CHOP at all. We conclude by examining the broader implications of Western governmental and societal norms and how these amount to a bubble that is the Western world, and how acting from that bubble makes us ham-handed because we wrongly assume our values are universal. Enjoy the show! Follow and like!

A Hot Topic

Today on my show, I have no guest, and I talk about the divisive topic of the war between Israel and Hamas. I try to give my entire view, in the least angry and most nuanced way I am capable of. Tune in as I explore the complexities of this ongoing conflict, aiming to shed light rather than heat on these challenging issues.