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I'm working on something about domain names and I'd love to know: what questions do you have about them? And I mean any and all. No question is too small, weird, obscure, or silly!
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Look, I’m tech agnostic. Use what works for you!
And still… I fucking hate Substack.
And still… I fucking hate Substack.
February 26, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Look, I’m tech agnostic. Use what works for you!
And still… I fucking hate Substack.
And still… I fucking hate Substack.
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And the social aspect of Substack is almost certainly overrated! The reason people’s newsletters grow is because other authors mention them and link to them. That has *nothing* to do with the platform! Other platforms (Ghost, Beehiiv, Wordpress, Buttondown, Medium) have better economics, too.
Ghost is that platform. @theradr.bsky.social has written about how Ghost is an ethical nonprofit.
It’s not that much of a pain. People like the convenience & social networking aspect of Substack. Then they try to convince themselves that’s more important than not giving a fucking inch to fascists.
It’s not that much of a pain. People like the convenience & social networking aspect of Substack. Then they try to convince themselves that’s more important than not giving a fucking inch to fascists.
Why is it such a pain to find a reputable business with principles??
I want to support independent journalism but how are journalists supposed to find a home when the landlord pulls a moral bait and switch.
It seems mad to have them change platforms every year depending on how the wind blows 😞
I want to support independent journalism but how are journalists supposed to find a home when the landlord pulls a moral bait and switch.
It seems mad to have them change platforms every year depending on how the wind blows 😞
February 26, 2025 at 2:27 PM
And the social aspect of Substack is almost certainly overrated! The reason people’s newsletters grow is because other authors mention them and link to them. That has *nothing* to do with the platform! Other platforms (Ghost, Beehiiv, Wordpress, Buttondown, Medium) have better economics, too.
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Just to dispel the notion that Substack is the cheapest option for smaller paid newsletters than I described in my first example:
($ amounts represent monthly cost)
($ amounts represent monthly cost)
December 17, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Just to dispel the notion that Substack is the cheapest option for smaller paid newsletters than I described in my first example:
($ amounts represent monthly cost)
($ amounts represent monthly cost)
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Ghost is that platform. @theradr.bsky.social has written about how Ghost is an ethical nonprofit.
It’s not that much of a pain. People like the convenience & social networking aspect of Substack. Then they try to convince themselves that’s more important than not giving a fucking inch to fascists.
It’s not that much of a pain. People like the convenience & social networking aspect of Substack. Then they try to convince themselves that’s more important than not giving a fucking inch to fascists.
Why is it such a pain to find a reputable business with principles??
I want to support independent journalism but how are journalists supposed to find a home when the landlord pulls a moral bait and switch.
It seems mad to have them change platforms every year depending on how the wind blows 😞
I want to support independent journalism but how are journalists supposed to find a home when the landlord pulls a moral bait and switch.
It seems mad to have them change platforms every year depending on how the wind blows 😞
February 26, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Ghost is that platform. @theradr.bsky.social has written about how Ghost is an ethical nonprofit.
It’s not that much of a pain. People like the convenience & social networking aspect of Substack. Then they try to convince themselves that’s more important than not giving a fucking inch to fascists.
It’s not that much of a pain. People like the convenience & social networking aspect of Substack. Then they try to convince themselves that’s more important than not giving a fucking inch to fascists.
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In the latest post on The Fiery Well I talk about leaving Google Workspace:
"But for me, it was time to make the move. Convenience is coming at a price I can't justify anymore: security. Peace of mind. The fact that I fucking *hate* generative AI..."
www.thefierywell.com/leave-google...
"But for me, it was time to make the move. Convenience is coming at a price I can't justify anymore: security. Peace of mind. The fact that I fucking *hate* generative AI..."
www.thefierywell.com/leave-google...
Plan your exit from Google Workspace
Wanting to leave Google Workspace because of the pain in the ass Gemini, or the fact that Google doesn't care about your privacy, or the law? I left. Here's what you need to consider before you do, to...
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February 14, 2025 at 6:22 PM
In the latest post on The Fiery Well I talk about leaving Google Workspace:
"But for me, it was time to make the move. Convenience is coming at a price I can't justify anymore: security. Peace of mind. The fact that I fucking *hate* generative AI..."
www.thefierywell.com/leave-google...
"But for me, it was time to make the move. Convenience is coming at a price I can't justify anymore: security. Peace of mind. The fact that I fucking *hate* generative AI..."
www.thefierywell.com/leave-google...
I'm working on something about domain names and I'd love to know: what questions do you have about them? And I mean any and all. No question is too small, weird, obscure, or silly!
Submit anonymously here: airtable.com/appPJJ6OKQCb...
Submit anonymously here: airtable.com/appPJJ6OKQCb...
Airtable | Everyone's app platform
Airtable is a low-code platform for building collaborative apps. Customize your workflow, collaborate, and achieve ambitious outcomes. Get started for free.
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February 21, 2025 at 6:06 PM
I'm working on something about domain names and I'd love to know: what questions do you have about them? And I mean any and all. No question is too small, weird, obscure, or silly!
Submit anonymously here: airtable.com/appPJJ6OKQCb...
Submit anonymously here: airtable.com/appPJJ6OKQCb...
My kid is into Big City Greens on Disney+ and they had an episode on misinformation and the internet. I was blown away. An excellent conversation starter.
9 yo: but *why* would people spread misinformation? And on purpose???
Me: … well, my sweet child. People are … assholes.
9 yo: but *why* would people spread misinformation? And on purpose???
Me: … well, my sweet child. People are … assholes.
February 20, 2025 at 5:52 PM
My kid is into Big City Greens on Disney+ and they had an episode on misinformation and the internet. I was blown away. An excellent conversation starter.
9 yo: but *why* would people spread misinformation? And on purpose???
Me: … well, my sweet child. People are … assholes.
9 yo: but *why* would people spread misinformation? And on purpose???
Me: … well, my sweet child. People are … assholes.
I fucking hate generative AI
February 19, 2025 at 7:26 PM
I fucking hate generative AI
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Interesting : library.yale.edu/news/cards-l...
In the cards: Library partners work together to solve mysteries of rare tarot deck
| Yale Library
library.yale.edu
February 16, 2025 at 2:34 AM
Interesting : library.yale.edu/news/cards-l...
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Please sign this petition to ban LGBTQ conversion therapy across the EU. Only three countries, Finland, France & Ireland, have reached the minimum threshold. So if you are an EU citizen please sign & share. The UN considers conversion therapy torture: eci.ec.europa.eu/043/public/#...
European Citizens' Initiative
Give your support !
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February 15, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Please sign this petition to ban LGBTQ conversion therapy across the EU. Only three countries, Finland, France & Ireland, have reached the minimum threshold. So if you are an EU citizen please sign & share. The UN considers conversion therapy torture: eci.ec.europa.eu/043/public/#...
In the latest post on The Fiery Well I talk about leaving Google Workspace:
"But for me, it was time to make the move. Convenience is coming at a price I can't justify anymore: security. Peace of mind. The fact that I fucking *hate* generative AI..."
www.thefierywell.com/leave-google...
"But for me, it was time to make the move. Convenience is coming at a price I can't justify anymore: security. Peace of mind. The fact that I fucking *hate* generative AI..."
www.thefierywell.com/leave-google...
Plan your exit from Google Workspace
Wanting to leave Google Workspace because of the pain in the ass Gemini, or the fact that Google doesn't care about your privacy, or the law? I left. Here's what you need to consider before you do, to...
www.thefierywell.com
February 14, 2025 at 6:22 PM
In the latest post on The Fiery Well I talk about leaving Google Workspace:
"But for me, it was time to make the move. Convenience is coming at a price I can't justify anymore: security. Peace of mind. The fact that I fucking *hate* generative AI..."
www.thefierywell.com/leave-google...
"But for me, it was time to make the move. Convenience is coming at a price I can't justify anymore: security. Peace of mind. The fact that I fucking *hate* generative AI..."
www.thefierywell.com/leave-google...
As I break up with social media, tech monopolies, and all in one tools, I'm reminded of the internet of old. It required a lot of effort to find what one was looking for. It was a simpler time. Not necessarily easier. But it was absolutely more enjoyable. More intentional.
Ah. So this is 40.
Ah. So this is 40.
February 11, 2025 at 6:54 PM
As I break up with social media, tech monopolies, and all in one tools, I'm reminded of the internet of old. It required a lot of effort to find what one was looking for. It was a simpler time. Not necessarily easier. But it was absolutely more enjoyable. More intentional.
Ah. So this is 40.
Ah. So this is 40.
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The annoying thing about doing concrete magic for political outcomes is you have to actually understand politics to do it
February 6, 2025 at 1:12 AM
The annoying thing about doing concrete magic for political outcomes is you have to actually understand politics to do it
I had no idea this was a thing, but I found Dayton Childrens (Ohio) also does this! Thank you to OP for sharing this thread - childrensdaytongive.org/send-a-card/
February 5, 2025 at 10:17 PM
I had no idea this was a thing, but I found Dayton Childrens (Ohio) also does this! Thank you to OP for sharing this thread - childrensdaytongive.org/send-a-card/
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Do you work in tech and want to rebel against this administration?
Integrate accessibility into your product work, no matter the laws and the bullshit this administration says, no matter what your execs say.
Treat it as a given, don't ask for permission.
Integrate accessibility into your product work, no matter the laws and the bullshit this administration says, no matter what your execs say.
Treat it as a given, don't ask for permission.
February 5, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Do you work in tech and want to rebel against this administration?
Integrate accessibility into your product work, no matter the laws and the bullshit this administration says, no matter what your execs say.
Treat it as a given, don't ask for permission.
Integrate accessibility into your product work, no matter the laws and the bullshit this administration says, no matter what your execs say.
Treat it as a given, don't ask for permission.
Foxes are showing up for me again. Hint taken.
February 4, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Foxes are showing up for me again. Hint taken.
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Astrology and capitalism go well together because their priorities both boil down to “doing business in the daytime.”
There are dozens of ways this cross-contamination shows up in your astrological practice that you likely aren’t aware of. My workshop on Tuesday will fix that.
There are dozens of ways this cross-contamination shows up in your astrological practice that you likely aren’t aware of. My workshop on Tuesday will fix that.
February 3, 2025 at 2:57 AM
Astrology and capitalism go well together because their priorities both boil down to “doing business in the daytime.”
There are dozens of ways this cross-contamination shows up in your astrological practice that you likely aren’t aware of. My workshop on Tuesday will fix that.
There are dozens of ways this cross-contamination shows up in your astrological practice that you likely aren’t aware of. My workshop on Tuesday will fix that.
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If anybody is worried about this, I will gladly play the role of "dude with the red string on the cork board" so you look sane by comparison. Because the reality is the richest person in the world is a nazi who snuck in at midnight to steal every American's data so he could shut down the government.
simply repeating the straight reporting of what is happening in the executive branch makes you sound like you have lost your mind.
February 3, 2025 at 2:56 PM
If anybody is worried about this, I will gladly play the role of "dude with the red string on the cork board" so you look sane by comparison. Because the reality is the richest person in the world is a nazi who snuck in at midnight to steal every American's data so he could shut down the government.
An oldie but a goodie, up now at www.thefierywell.com/due-vs-do/
Reminder: I'm leaving the majority of social media platforms soon and the only way to stay in touch will be through my website and Discord. Sign up now and stay in touch.
Reminder: I'm leaving the majority of social media platforms soon and the only way to stay in touch will be through my website and Discord. Sign up now and stay in touch.
Due vs Do
When you assign tasks for yourself, do you give yourself a "Do" date or a "Due" date? What's the difference?
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February 3, 2025 at 6:44 PM
An oldie but a goodie, up now at www.thefierywell.com/due-vs-do/
Reminder: I'm leaving the majority of social media platforms soon and the only way to stay in touch will be through my website and Discord. Sign up now and stay in touch.
Reminder: I'm leaving the majority of social media platforms soon and the only way to stay in touch will be through my website and Discord. Sign up now and stay in touch.
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When people keep asking, “What can I do?” when referring to improving the state of the world, you can wear a mask. It’s one of the easiest ways to protect minorities and create community care. It also shows noncompliance. You want to be a revolutionary? Wear a mask!
February 3, 2025 at 1:40 AM
When people keep asking, “What can I do?” when referring to improving the state of the world, you can wear a mask. It’s one of the easiest ways to protect minorities and create community care. It also shows noncompliance. You want to be a revolutionary? Wear a mask!
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For #BlackHistoryMonth this year, I’m going to be posting daily about: representations of blackness in Greco-Roman antiquity, the history of scholarship by Black classicists, and the history of Africana receptions using the hashtag #AncientBlackness. Join me.
February 1, 2025 at 2:12 PM
For #BlackHistoryMonth this year, I’m going to be posting daily about: representations of blackness in Greco-Roman antiquity, the history of scholarship by Black classicists, and the history of Africana receptions using the hashtag #AncientBlackness. Join me.
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For #BlackHistoryMonth we're offering 40% OFF Haymarket Books on the Struggle for Black Liberation
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Black History Month is not only a celebration of the rich history of Black life, politics, culture, and struggle. It is also a reminder to engage every day with that history as we ...
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February 1, 2025 at 2:25 PM
For #BlackHistoryMonth we're offering 40% OFF Haymarket Books on the Struggle for Black Liberation