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Dan Stoppenhagen
@ctl-alt-escape.bsky.social
Escaping the algorithmic abyss one post at a time. Breaking echo chambers and dodging ads. Seeking better conversations.
Recovering from the scroll.

The algorithmic emperors have no clothes - and no power here.
Reposted by Dan Stoppenhagen
COMMENTARY: "In November, after the election of Donald Trump and a lifetime in music journalism, I took a deep dive into the genre I had always ignored — and I'm never looking back."
www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...
I'm 73. Heavy Metal Just Changed My Life
Mikal Gilmore writes about his dive into heavy metal music at age 73, following the 2024 election of Donald Trump
www.rollingstone.com
March 30, 2025 at 1:06 PM
This article is nearly two months old, but it’s pretty good (and brief) for a Sunday morning read. A great many should read it before heading to Sunday church today. And every Sunday.

kansasreflector.com/2025/02/12/f...
For this Kansas minister, words from Episcopal bishop in Washington, D.C., were well-chosen • Kansas Reflector
A resolution before the U.S. House of Representatives seeks to condemn a preacher — for daring to speak of mercy and justice.
kansasreflector.com
March 30, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Reposted by Dan Stoppenhagen
Idaho business owners and Western States Center launch tool to promote safe, inclusive event spaces. Panel hosted by Treefort Music Fest this week. idahocapitalsun.com/2025/03/28/i...
Idaho business owners launch tool to promote safe, inclusive event spaces • Idaho Capital Sun
Idaho business owners are launching a tool to help other business owners foster safe and inclusive event spaces.
idahocapitalsun.com
March 28, 2025 at 3:56 PM
It was so nice to be amongst some really cool people at #treefortmusicfestival in Boise!
March 30, 2025 at 3:46 PM
February 23, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Some highlights of the last month of my life without social media. Part 4.
February 22, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Some highlights of the last month of my life without social media. Part 3.
February 22, 2025 at 10:59 PM
Some highlights of the last month of my life without social media. Part 2.
February 22, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Some highlights of the last month of my life without social media. Part 1.
February 22, 2025 at 10:56 PM
It’s cold, but Gertie doesn’t care!
January 23, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Whomever has ever recited the Federal employee and military oath and is currently active, you failed in your oath.

“I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic…”
January 20, 2025 at 6:24 PM
January 16, 2025 at 4:08 PM