Social Media
The Empty Chamber of Online Intimacy
The addict knows not what he does, nor why he rages when confronted: so same is the user of the Internet.
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Newsletter
Catching Up on Odin
A brief update, and the result of a new interview of yours-truly!
Gaming
Distant Worlds 2: A 4X King Not Quite Ready for the Throne
A 4X game that could be the best there's ever been... if the designers would pivot their attention toward actually making things fun.
Film
Get DVDs Shipped to Your Door: Help Save the Last Great Video Store
Remember the magic of video stores? You can still rent movies—and have them shipped to your door. Help a local store keep that magic alive!
AI
The Real Gains from AI: Why Employees, Not Corporations, are Reaping the Benefits
Corporations don't know where the gains from apparent use of AI by employees are going--but I do, and I support it.
Newsletter
A Baby on the Way
Communication
Navigating the Emotional Tightrope When You’ve Hurt Someone
Navigate emotional complexities with self-compassion and clear communication, turning hurt into healing and deeper connections.
PKM
How to Start Your Personal Knowledge Management Adventure
Unlock your potential with Personal Knowledge Management: Organize, retain, and leverage your knowledge effectively.
software
All Your Calendars, One App
Why Morgen's integration capabilities could change how you manage your time
2024
A Most August Month
It's been a wild August in Odin-land, so here's a (mostly) writing and life-focused update.
libraries
Reference Librarians and AI Tools: Exploring Groq for Reference Requests
AI is coming in like a wave, and librarians should be right there at the crest.
Covid-19
The Pandemic Isn't Over, So Why Are We Acting Like It Is?
Covid-19 isn’t over. New variants evade vaccines. Wastewater tracking shows surges. Stay vigilant, get vaccinated, wear masks.