As the AI revolution accelerates, it’s becoming increasingly clear that traditional economic models—those that prioritize currency, trade, and the maintenance of a large consumer base—may be missing something fundamental. Under classical capitalism, the engine of growth is the paid laborer: companies need consumers, and consumers need wages.…
A follow-up to "The Paradox of Perfect Bliss" that explores some of the foundations of it's thought in order to more fully address a popular theological objection Since publishing my analysis of how desire shapes our conceptions of heaven and meaning, I've encountered a…
From the archive! The basic content remains the same. Follow up Article! : The Impossible Object: Why "Good Desire" Cannot Survive Divine Transformation Throughout human history, we've told ourselves stories about what comes after death - visions of paradise where suffering ends, where all questions find answers,…
From the archive! The basic content of this post was first put together in election season prior to the 2024 election results Introduction In the realm of political leadership and governance, two contrasting approaches have emerged as dominant strategies: soft power and blunt power. Soft power relies on persuasion, subtle…
From the archive! The basic content remains the same. I created two memes today! And here I am to "over-explain" and take the joy out of the joke. Just for the curious or the confused. Because much of the time, memes contain layers of meaning or background information…