Paul Wells, conservatism, satire, and Maclean’s footprint
I like Maclean’s about as much as I like the National Post. They’re rightwing, partisan, and…
The dream of proportional representation dies again; long live pro rep
I campaigned during the first and second referendums we had here in BC regarding proportional representation.…
Three unforgettable moments in [my] hockey history
Where I grew up in Northern Alberta, hockey was a big deal. My big brother played…
Am I a dog or a bird? Best feet ever
Am I a dog or a bird? Best feet ever. #hairlessfergus #fergusthedog #fergusthedoggy
How to stop increasing the reach and impact of hate (and misinformation) on Twitter
Some thoughts on how not to amplify hate accounts on Twitter.
Hyperlinking in Canadian journalism (Case study, IPBES report)
If news orgs are serious about being good partners in mitigating misinformation, they need to link…
Masturbation: A Short History of a Great Taboo
Epic short film, Magical Caresses.
Fresh approaches to skepticism
The skeptic social movement has been a big part of my social and intellectual world. In…