Calculating expressions with Excel – My Shop
This is the first unit in a project-based lesson around the idea of creating a virtual shop. As I am…
Five Toxic Relationship Tropes, We Need to Get Rid Of
The problem with most relationship tropes is, that they often pass off toxic behavior as love. And often, this doesn’t even stop at obsessing over the object of your desire. No, sometimes even abuse and rape are framed as romantic behavior.
The European Left Has a Split Personality Disorder
I have a lot of issues with the European left. Especially their split Personality Disorder. It is one of the reasons, why I am one among millions of non-voters.
Free Market Prophets Don’t Want a Free Labor Market
Capitalism is full of curious contradictions. For instance, capitalists think that the state should not intervene in the markets. Except when it comes to the labor market.
We Have Breached Multiple Planetary Boundaries
We already crossed six of the nine boundaries. This is not the hopeful message we were all waiting for. We really are screwed. Our Planet is a complex entity. That means that the consequences of degrading earth’s systems are complex to predict.
The World Cup in Qatar Openly Displays Western Hypocrisy
The Football world cup in Qatar has officially begun. Once again, our media floods our screens with euphoria about it. Sure there is a bit of criticism here and there. Yes, there are some minor issues with LGBTQ+ rights. And sure, the occasional migrant worker gave his life for this PR project. But come on. It’s football.
The Fairytale About Liberalization of Public Goods
One key argument to sell the idea of liberalizing public infrastructure is the price. Prizes will drop because of increased competition. That is the tale of the neoliberal fanatics.
The Fascists Have an Easy Game to Play
Most people in rural areas have lost faith in the established center-left parties. They no longer believe that these parties do anything to improve their situation. They have good reason to. Even the leftist parties have embraced neoliberal narratives.
Review of the Enya NEXG Smart Guitar
Playing guitar is a hobby that does seem to stick with me. I have rarely pursued any hobbies for 2 years and counting. Thanks in no part to my executive function challenges. So, there is an obvious answer to the question: What birthday present do I want to give myself? Why a new guitar, of course!
