jol
@stog.bsky.social
eclectic lapsed agnostic Rtd Osteopath & Naturopath with some experience of Business, Family, Farming, Teaching & Study, Computers, words & rummaging in skips
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It was believed in medieval times that hedgehogs had spikes so they could roll over fruit to carry home to their children, which is not true but is a really cute idea
February 13, 2026 at 11:26 AM
It was believed in medieval times that hedgehogs had spikes so they could roll over fruit to carry home to their children, which is not true but is a really cute idea
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AOC: "Extreme level of wealth inequality leads to social instability and drives authoritarianism, right-wing populism, and really dangerous domestic internal politics. That is a direct outcome of the failure of democracies over decades to deliver."
February 13, 2026 at 5:50 PM
AOC: "Extreme level of wealth inequality leads to social instability and drives authoritarianism, right-wing populism, and really dangerous domestic internal politics. That is a direct outcome of the failure of democracies over decades to deliver."
the slower aisle at the local supermarket who employs the more handicapped cashier is often slower because it is the most popular aisle, the most popular cashier
February 13, 2026 at 11:10 AM
the slower aisle at the local supermarket who employs the more handicapped cashier is often slower because it is the most popular aisle, the most popular cashier
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We should tax Elon until he’s happy.
February 7, 2026 at 7:23 AM
We should tax Elon until he’s happy.
"Imagine you’re the leader of a nation, & you face a dilemma. Half a million or so people who are crucial to everyone’s daily lives inhabit your country. They care for ageing parents, work at small and large companies, harvest the food that’s on the table...
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/04/o...
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/04/o...
February 6, 2026 at 11:02 AM
"Imagine you’re the leader of a nation, & you face a dilemma. Half a million or so people who are crucial to everyone’s daily lives inhabit your country. They care for ageing parents, work at small and large companies, harvest the food that’s on the table...
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/04/o...
www.nytimes.com/2026/02/04/o...
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Profit doesn't belong in children's social care
"Landmark legislation to eliminate private profit from children’s social care services in Wales...
But in England, more than 80% of child residential homes are for profit"
Time for England to copy Wales
www.theguardian.com/society/2026...
"Landmark legislation to eliminate private profit from children’s social care services in Wales...
But in England, more than 80% of child residential homes are for profit"
Time for England to copy Wales
www.theguardian.com/society/2026...
Ministers to crackdown on profiteering in care sector and make renewed fostering push
Josh MacAlister issues warning as government launches £88m ‘call to arms’ to recruit 10,000 new foster carers
www.theguardian.com
February 4, 2026 at 8:24 AM
Profit doesn't belong in children's social care
"Landmark legislation to eliminate private profit from children’s social care services in Wales...
But in England, more than 80% of child residential homes are for profit"
Time for England to copy Wales
www.theguardian.com/society/2026...
"Landmark legislation to eliminate private profit from children’s social care services in Wales...
But in England, more than 80% of child residential homes are for profit"
Time for England to copy Wales
www.theguardian.com/society/2026...
@weownit.org.uk
this is how Google AI suggests we might bring water back to public ownership without bankrupting us and how to get recompense from the present private water companies
this is how Google AI suggests we might bring water back to public ownership without bankrupting us and how to get recompense from the present private water companies
February 4, 2026 at 8:38 AM
@weownit.org.uk
this is how Google AI suggests we might bring water back to public ownership without bankrupting us and how to get recompense from the present private water companies
this is how Google AI suggests we might bring water back to public ownership without bankrupting us and how to get recompense from the present private water companies
informed experienced articulate panel discuss a just released report on uk farming
1hr 20 mins (but can be eaten in chunks & very worthwhile)
www.youtube.com/live/2xCt36i...
1hr 20 mins (but can be eaten in chunks & very worthwhile)
www.youtube.com/live/2xCt36i...
Net zero farming: How can we kick-start the net zero transition in farming?
YouTube video by Resolution Foundation
www.youtube.com
February 3, 2026 at 2:36 PM
informed experienced articulate panel discuss a just released report on uk farming
1hr 20 mins (but can be eaten in chunks & very worthwhile)
www.youtube.com/live/2xCt36i...
1hr 20 mins (but can be eaten in chunks & very worthwhile)
www.youtube.com/live/2xCt36i...
i asked Google AI 10 Qu's on govt spending 0% bonds creating £ without issuing bonds, on BoE digital £ & stopping huge our seigniorage payments ↑ value of restored infrastructure ↑spend which would then be a valuable asset on our national balance sheet
full responses soul-trade.com/pdf/AI10ques...
full responses soul-trade.com/pdf/AI10ques...
January 31, 2026 at 3:07 PM
i asked Google AI 10 Qu's on govt spending 0% bonds creating £ without issuing bonds, on BoE digital £ & stopping huge our seigniorage payments ↑ value of restored infrastructure ↑spend which would then be a valuable asset on our national balance sheet
full responses soul-trade.com/pdf/AI10ques...
full responses soul-trade.com/pdf/AI10ques...
this from the x-side
"It is fascinating how efficient capitalism is at reducing the price of non essentials and boosting the price of essentials"
incredible chart = take a look
"It is fascinating how efficient capitalism is at reducing the price of non essentials and boosting the price of essentials"
incredible chart = take a look
January 26, 2026 at 5:27 PM
this from the x-side
"It is fascinating how efficient capitalism is at reducing the price of non essentials and boosting the price of essentials"
incredible chart = take a look
"It is fascinating how efficient capitalism is at reducing the price of non essentials and boosting the price of essentials"
incredible chart = take a look
UBI
Universal Basic Income for Farmers advocates regular, unconditional cash payments to farmers, farmworkers & food producers to provide financial stability, recognize their public service, national food security & support sustainable practices, esp as traditional subsidies decline post-Brexit
Universal Basic Income for Farmers advocates regular, unconditional cash payments to farmers, farmworkers & food producers to provide financial stability, recognize their public service, national food security & support sustainable practices, esp as traditional subsidies decline post-Brexit
January 26, 2026 at 12:22 PM
UBI
Universal Basic Income for Farmers advocates regular, unconditional cash payments to farmers, farmworkers & food producers to provide financial stability, recognize their public service, national food security & support sustainable practices, esp as traditional subsidies decline post-Brexit
Universal Basic Income for Farmers advocates regular, unconditional cash payments to farmers, farmworkers & food producers to provide financial stability, recognize their public service, national food security & support sustainable practices, esp as traditional subsidies decline post-Brexit
“All it would take 2 end the murder of American citizens by an untrained government goon squad is 16 Republicans in Congress voting with Democrats 2 defund ICE (or 23 to impeach & remove Trump—3 in House & 20 in Senate) That’s it. 23 Americans can vote 4 the public & end this.”
G. Elliott Morris
G. Elliott Morris
January 26, 2026 at 11:55 AM
“All it would take 2 end the murder of American citizens by an untrained government goon squad is 16 Republicans in Congress voting with Democrats 2 defund ICE (or 23 to impeach & remove Trump—3 in House & 20 in Senate) That’s it. 23 Americans can vote 4 the public & end this.”
G. Elliott Morris
G. Elliott Morris
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The killing of Alex Pretti is a heartbreaking tragedy. It should also be a wake-up call to every American, regardless of party, that many of our core values as a nation are increasingly under assault.
January 25, 2026 at 5:39 PM
The killing of Alex Pretti is a heartbreaking tragedy. It should also be a wake-up call to every American, regardless of party, that many of our core values as a nation are increasingly under assault.
"documents the actions, statements & plans of President Trump & his administration that echo those of authoritarian regimes & may pose a threat to American democracy.
started in January 2025
Every entry includes a source link and date."
www.trumpactiontracker.info
started in January 2025
Every entry includes a source link and date."
www.trumpactiontracker.info
January 24, 2026 at 1:46 PM
"documents the actions, statements & plans of President Trump & his administration that echo those of authoritarian regimes & may pose a threat to American democracy.
started in January 2025
Every entry includes a source link and date."
www.trumpactiontracker.info
started in January 2025
Every entry includes a source link and date."
www.trumpactiontracker.info
full speech
"if we're not at the table we're on the menu"
opportunity of cooperation+ better self-independences (rather than global supply chains etc) esp 4 mid economies where allegiances r paramount if they r not 2Bpicked off
we shouldn't miss the old world order
www.cpac.ca/headline-pol...
"if we're not at the table we're on the menu"
opportunity of cooperation+ better self-independences (rather than global supply chains etc) esp 4 mid economies where allegiances r paramount if they r not 2Bpicked off
we shouldn't miss the old world order
www.cpac.ca/headline-pol...
www.cpac.ca
January 20, 2026 at 5:48 PM
full speech
"if we're not at the table we're on the menu"
opportunity of cooperation+ better self-independences (rather than global supply chains etc) esp 4 mid economies where allegiances r paramount if they r not 2Bpicked off
we shouldn't miss the old world order
www.cpac.ca/headline-pol...
"if we're not at the table we're on the menu"
opportunity of cooperation+ better self-independences (rather than global supply chains etc) esp 4 mid economies where allegiances r paramount if they r not 2Bpicked off
we shouldn't miss the old world order
www.cpac.ca/headline-pol...
Gideon Rachman
@gideonrachman
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Jan 12
Trump’s obsession with getting the Nobel Peace Prize reflects a broader Maga phenomenon - craving for acceptance and praise from a “liberal” establishment they claim to despise.
@gideonrachman
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Jan 12
Trump’s obsession with getting the Nobel Peace Prize reflects a broader Maga phenomenon - craving for acceptance and praise from a “liberal” establishment they claim to despise.
January 20, 2026 at 5:41 PM
Gideon Rachman
@gideonrachman
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Jan 12
Trump’s obsession with getting the Nobel Peace Prize reflects a broader Maga phenomenon - craving for acceptance and praise from a “liberal” establishment they claim to despise.
@gideonrachman
·
Jan 12
Trump’s obsession with getting the Nobel Peace Prize reflects a broader Maga phenomenon - craving for acceptance and praise from a “liberal” establishment they claim to despise.
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🚨Our film is up
We spent months making this👇
About how Britain shut down many of the factories we need to feed us and defend us.
Will have more to say on it in due course but in the meantime - pls watch, share and let me know what you think youtu.be/PQ3hT8tqZgo?...
We spent months making this👇
About how Britain shut down many of the factories we need to feed us and defend us.
Will have more to say on it in due course but in the meantime - pls watch, share and let me know what you think youtu.be/PQ3hT8tqZgo?...
The UK is losing the industry that makes everything
YouTube video by Sky News
youtu.be
January 16, 2026 at 9:10 AM
🚨Our film is up
We spent months making this👇
About how Britain shut down many of the factories we need to feed us and defend us.
Will have more to say on it in due course but in the meantime - pls watch, share and let me know what you think youtu.be/PQ3hT8tqZgo?...
We spent months making this👇
About how Britain shut down many of the factories we need to feed us and defend us.
Will have more to say on it in due course but in the meantime - pls watch, share and let me know what you think youtu.be/PQ3hT8tqZgo?...
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January 13, 2026 at 2:48 PM
the Oxford Real Farming Conference (ORFC) brings together farmers, growers, activists, policymakers & researchers from around the world who are interested in transforming our food system
the latest 2026 videos not yet online but previous years are available orfc.org.uk/orfc-archive...
the latest 2026 videos not yet online but previous years are available orfc.org.uk/orfc-archive...
ORFC Archive - Oxford Real Farming Conference
Explore conference material that we have gathered over the years including videos, presentations and summaries of the sessions
orfc.org.uk
January 12, 2026 at 2:05 PM
the Oxford Real Farming Conference (ORFC) brings together farmers, growers, activists, policymakers & researchers from around the world who are interested in transforming our food system
the latest 2026 videos not yet online but previous years are available orfc.org.uk/orfc-archive...
the latest 2026 videos not yet online but previous years are available orfc.org.uk/orfc-archive...
Here is a brexit memes quotes and cartoons slideshow;
basically a random slideshow of opinions mostly pointing out the self harm, the grift and the lies that were propagated over the past 10 years
soul-trade.com/brexitmemes/...
basically a random slideshow of opinions mostly pointing out the self harm, the grift and the lies that were propagated over the past 10 years
soul-trade.com/brexitmemes/...
brexit memes quotes & cartoons slideshow
soul-trade.com
January 12, 2026 at 11:52 AM
Here is a brexit memes quotes and cartoons slideshow;
basically a random slideshow of opinions mostly pointing out the self harm, the grift and the lies that were propagated over the past 10 years
soul-trade.com/brexitmemes/...
basically a random slideshow of opinions mostly pointing out the self harm, the grift and the lies that were propagated over the past 10 years
soul-trade.com/brexitmemes/...
