This sparks so much joy. I'm so happy for you, that you had this epiphany. Isn't nature just magical and wonderful? Looking forward to your next moves!
Your journalism has always been a breath of fresh air amidst the sensationalist, click/view-driven smog that purports to be journalism. Thank you and I'm looking forward to whatever else you have in store!
An observation I've had with the news cycles is there's very little follow up. We get one flash and then another flash with the side effect of being less informed despite the veneer of information.
For example, I recently did some research on the second amendment and gun laws. One example I use was a 90s amendment that barred domestic abusers from owning firearms. The flash that I remember was the fifth circuit in 2024 ruling it was unconstitutional. However, I never got a follow up story that SCOTUS overturned the Fifth Circuit, holding that the amendment was above board.
I feel as though social media operates in a vacuum and breaking that down is simply keeping a full story in perspective. It's not as flashy reviewing and tracking one story to its entirety but I had been very upset about that fifth circuit ruling for a great deal of time to realize it wasn't even merited.
I'm curious to see what you do! I have my own skills to offer if you'll have them.
Great ideas Ken! I know that I am so over the drama and bullshit that our government, the MSM and the elites keep serving up like so much rancid stew. I bounce between thinking that I should try to keep up and thinking that I couldn't give 2 shits about the latest fire hose of battery acid being shot into the public sphere. Here's to a better way!
I used to think social media was just a symptom of societal unrest and worsening material conditions, but lately I’ve been feeling it’s actually one of the root causes.
Whew! I was worried you'd been visited by masked unidentified men in black. The Galapagos sounds great. We had planned an Easter Island trip a few years ago but the pandemic ruined it. Interestingly I had the same sort of epiphany without the benefit of separation from society. It's time to unplug a little bit from the doomscroll online media feed, even though I already practice "news hygiene" and am not on social media at all. Can't wait to see what projects you produce this year.
BTW - As far as the "island" thing, I wish you luck, but you may find that to be incredibly difficult to do if profits are a main goal. It's a tough environment out there both for small businesses in general, but for small media/journalism projects. There will inevitably have to be compromises in various areas, so try to keep your initial team as small and expertise-laden as possible and don't rush yourself or set unrealistic expectations for you or your team.
This sparks so much joy. I'm so happy for you, that you had this epiphany. Isn't nature just magical and wonderful? Looking forward to your next moves!
Truly put everything in perspective!
Hell yeah, buddy. Glad you took some time. 🤘
Your journalism has always been a breath of fresh air amidst the sensationalist, click/view-driven smog that purports to be journalism. Thank you and I'm looking forward to whatever else you have in store!
Smog is such a good word for it - borrowing that
Reminds me of a quote from the "Young @ Heart" movie during a road trip...
"We have no idea where we're going, but we're making really good time!"
lol!
An observation I've had with the news cycles is there's very little follow up. We get one flash and then another flash with the side effect of being less informed despite the veneer of information.
For example, I recently did some research on the second amendment and gun laws. One example I use was a 90s amendment that barred domestic abusers from owning firearms. The flash that I remember was the fifth circuit in 2024 ruling it was unconstitutional. However, I never got a follow up story that SCOTUS overturned the Fifth Circuit, holding that the amendment was above board.
I feel as though social media operates in a vacuum and breaking that down is simply keeping a full story in perspective. It's not as flashy reviewing and tracking one story to its entirety but I had been very upset about that fifth circuit ruling for a great deal of time to realize it wasn't even merited.
I'm curious to see what you do! I have my own skills to offer if you'll have them.
Great story, Ken! Thanks for the note! May 2026 be your best year ever!
Great ideas Ken! I know that I am so over the drama and bullshit that our government, the MSM and the elites keep serving up like so much rancid stew. I bounce between thinking that I should try to keep up and thinking that I couldn't give 2 shits about the latest fire hose of battery acid being shot into the public sphere. Here's to a better way!
Lovely trip! Glad you got away from snow & cold. Even happier that you were off the internet! I do it once a week when i can't take it anymore.
I used to think social media was just a symptom of societal unrest and worsening material conditions, but lately I’ve been feeling it’s actually one of the root causes.
https://youtu.be/ekZTW2r4vb4?si=Ul7mXOd7JmvwtxIZ
lmao
Whew! I was worried you'd been visited by masked unidentified men in black. The Galapagos sounds great. We had planned an Easter Island trip a few years ago but the pandemic ruined it. Interestingly I had the same sort of epiphany without the benefit of separation from society. It's time to unplug a little bit from the doomscroll online media feed, even though I already practice "news hygiene" and am not on social media at all. Can't wait to see what projects you produce this year.
BTW - As far as the "island" thing, I wish you luck, but you may find that to be incredibly difficult to do if profits are a main goal. It's a tough environment out there both for small businesses in general, but for small media/journalism projects. There will inevitably have to be compromises in various areas, so try to keep your initial team as small and expertise-laden as possible and don't rush yourself or set unrealistic expectations for you or your team.
Bravo, Ken, what a breath of fresh air this is. Looking forward to seeing what you have in store for us for the new year!
Happy you are back!
Great way to kick off the New Year. Happy holidays!
Love this so much! Glad you had a good vacation. Your caption of the pic of you and the tortoise made me giggle a little, too
And welcome back to the Substack shitstorm. Missed ya.
😂