Politics
Elections have turned into data games, where algorithms decide which voters matter and who gets ignored. The rise of data-driven campaigning didn’t just change politics—it’s undermining the very foundations of democracy. Are we ready for the consequences? Data barons like Nate Silver made statistical modelling trendy, and
From fringe theory to mainstream talking point, this is how “Cultural Marxism” became a political weapon. Breaking down the anatomy of a conspiracy theory designed to manipulate and divide. In the late 1990s, a conservative influencer (wank) named William Lind began making the rounds on the conference circuit. With his
Podcasting was unstoppable—until it wasn’t. The bubble’s burst, and the battle for survival has begun. Are we watching the death of podcasting as we know it? Remember when podcasts were the hot new thing? Advertisers couldn't throw money at them fast enough. The big names
(And How to Change Direction) Centrism is broken. Here’s why ‘pissing your pants in the middle’ isn’t a political stance. At its best, centrism is meant to cut through the extremes, advocating for compromise, pragmatism, and measured progress. But centrism as a philosophy has lost its way. Rather
Tech
We say we value privacy. So why the fuck do we keep giving away our data? It’s more complicated than you think. As a journalist and tech fan, I’m relatively “passionate” about privacy; I attend conferences, I do the reading and I write blog posts and essays about
Politics
Breaking down a right-wing hit job on Kamala Harris—amplified yet again by the New York Times. Well, here we are again, folks. It seems the New York Times has once more fallen into the trap of "publish first, question later" when it comes to Kamala Harris. In
Tech
How governments and politicians keep screwing up technology (and what it means for all of us) Tech and politics have, on many occasions, felt like a forced marriage—or more accurately, a complete fucking mess—rather than anything remotely harmonious. Sure, there are moments when the latest innovation actually makes
Social Media
Are you obsessed with someone you’ve never met? The dark side of parasocial relationships, explained. You're scrolling through Instragram. You pause on a post from your favorite lifestyle guru. She's sharing her morning routine, complete with a perfectly framed latte and an inspirational quote. You&
Tech
The truth behind Polymarket’s Trump odds: When betting becomes a game of perception. Prediction markets have always been intriguing, especially when big events like elections are on the line. They take the buzz of public opinion and turn it into odds, promising to predict outcomes better than pollsters or
Politics
From MAGA to Putin’s Russia, here’s how leaders weaponize nostalgia to seize power. Nostalgia is a powerful emotion, isn’t it. A bittersweet longing for a time when life seemed simpler, more certain, and, most importantly (and vaguely) better. It’s the mental tug of familiarity that draws
Elon Musk and JK Rowling used to inspire millions—now they’re spreading hate. Here’s how wealth distorts morality. Elon Musk, the driving force behind Tesla, SpaceX, and Neuralink used to be called a visionary. We said he was the man who would lead humanity to Mars and reshape
Tech
Feeling overwhelmed by the news? You’re not alone—here’s how to break free from the 24/7 info flood. Imagine standing at the base of a mountain, frozen in place and watching as an avalanche of snow cascades down towards you. Now, replace that snow with information -