Mark Harding
@mkhtrombone.bsky.social
trombonist, former computer nerd, long haul COVID (“but I’m much better now”) | he/him.
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I expect that consumer-facing AI programs will continue to improve and they may become much more useful tools for everyday life in the future.
But I think it was a disastrous mistake that today’s models were taught to be convincing before they were taught to be right.
But I think it was a disastrous mistake that today’s models were taught to be convincing before they were taught to be right.
June 19, 2025 at 1:26 PM
I expect that consumer-facing AI programs will continue to improve and they may become much more useful tools for everyday life in the future.
But I think it was a disastrous mistake that today’s models were taught to be convincing before they were taught to be right.
But I think it was a disastrous mistake that today’s models were taught to be convincing before they were taught to be right.
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The most frustrating aspect of the UCP’s decision to no longer fund Covid vaccines is that it will most affect the working poor.
The heroes of Covid who worked fast food, delivered groceries, cleaned public spaces & kept us all going.
#ableg
The heroes of Covid who worked fast food, delivered groceries, cleaned public spaces & kept us all going.
#ableg
June 14, 2025 at 3:50 PM
The most frustrating aspect of the UCP’s decision to no longer fund Covid vaccines is that it will most affect the working poor.
The heroes of Covid who worked fast food, delivered groceries, cleaned public spaces & kept us all going.
#ableg
The heroes of Covid who worked fast food, delivered groceries, cleaned public spaces & kept us all going.
#ableg
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'"We can't cede the conversation space. We need to be in the conversation," Hogan says of Albertans who like him oppose separation.
"If we love this country, we need to fight for this country. And Albertans love this country, so it's time to stand up."'
www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
"If we love this country, we need to fight for this country. And Albertans love this country, so it's time to stand up."'
www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
ANALYSIS | Mark Carney has a national unity problem. A Liberal voice in Calgary might help | CBC News
Holding the country together has always been one of the primary tasks of a Canadian prime minister. But it's fair to say that responsibility may weigh heavier on Mark Carney than it has on any prime m...
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June 11, 2025 at 9:19 PM
'"We can't cede the conversation space. We need to be in the conversation," Hogan says of Albertans who like him oppose separation.
"If we love this country, we need to fight for this country. And Albertans love this country, so it's time to stand up."'
www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
"If we love this country, we need to fight for this country. And Albertans love this country, so it's time to stand up."'
www.cbc.ca/news/politic...
Make an observation about your pantry that also sounds like the title of a novel.
No more pasta.
No more pasta.
Make an observation about your pantry that also sounds like the title of a novel.
A Bag of Rice Fell Over
A Bag of Rice Fell Over
Make an observation about your pantry that also sounds like the title of a novel.
So Much Sauce
So Much Sauce
May 18, 2025 at 2:09 AM
Make an observation about your pantry that also sounds like the title of a novel.
No more pasta.
No more pasta.
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Update: chicken nuggets trounce hot dog, much to disappointment of six-year-old.
April 28, 2025 at 9:39 PM
Update: chicken nuggets trounce hot dog, much to disappointment of six-year-old.
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Dear Americans...
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March 15, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Dear Americans...
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You can’t take our country away from us, Donald. We are a real country. And we love it. #CanadaStrong
Dear Canada, I felt compelled to make something. To stick up for, and to honour. To show our strength, beauty, genius, empathy, light & heart. It's made with deep gratitude for the people and places of this beautiful land. Vive le Canada 🇨🇦❤️✌️💪
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Dear Canada...
Dear Canada... I felt compelled to do something, to make something for my country. To stick up for, and to honour it. To show our strength, beauty, genius, empathy,…
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March 12, 2025 at 7:50 PM
You can’t take our country away from us, Donald. We are a real country. And we love it. #CanadaStrong
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Today marks seven years since the first Sprawlcast episode came out and aired on CJSW 90.9 FM. Seven years!! Thank you to everyone who has listened and/or read, supported, yelled at the radio, etc. Working on Ep. 88 as we speak.
March 12, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Today marks seven years since the first Sprawlcast episode came out and aired on CJSW 90.9 FM. Seven years!! Thank you to everyone who has listened and/or read, supported, yelled at the radio, etc. Working on Ep. 88 as we speak.
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Graber’s shirt — which directly copies the style of a shirt that Zuckerberg wore onstage recently — says Mundus sine caesaribus. Or, “a world without Caesars.”
At SXSW, Bluesky CEO Jay Graber pokes fun at Mark Zuckerberg with Latin phrase T-shirt | TechCrunch
When Bluesky CEO Jay Graber walked on stage at SXSW 2025 for her keynote discussion, she wore a large black T-shirt with her hair pulled back into a bun.
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March 10, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Graber’s shirt — which directly copies the style of a shirt that Zuckerberg wore onstage recently — says Mundus sine caesaribus. Or, “a world without Caesars.”
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If you're into books with #FoundFamily, #QueerRepresentation, ABSOLUTELY NO SA AT ALL, a character who eats real food, and tons of other fun and positive things in the midst of a murder mystery... Please try Viviana Valentine 📚💙 #booksky
Hi, NewSky-ers! I'm Emily J. Edwards, author of three mystery novels– the Girl Friday series with Viviana Valentine. If you like funny, feminist mystery novels, I'd love it if you checked them out at your local library. Or bought them! #booksky 💙📚 www.penguinrandomhouse.com/authors/2274...
November 9, 2024 at 4:09 PM
If you're into books with #FoundFamily, #QueerRepresentation, ABSOLUTELY NO SA AT ALL, a character who eats real food, and tons of other fun and positive things in the midst of a murder mystery... Please try Viviana Valentine 📚💙 #booksky
We need lots more of these articles!
Avoiding U.S. travel due to tariff chaos? These four iconic Canadian destinations will blow your mind
The Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia is at the top of the list. #Canada #OCanada 🍁🇨🇦🍁💪🏻
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The Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia is at the top of the list. #Canada #OCanada 🍁🇨🇦🍁💪🏻
www.thestar.com/life/travel/...
Avoiding U.S. travel due to tariff chaos? These four iconic Canadian destinations will blow your mind
Inspiring landscapes, incredible wildlife, adorable towns — the travel possibilities in Canada are as vast as this country
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March 9, 2025 at 9:45 PM
We need lots more of these articles!
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I just contributed to a crucial cause. Legal battles shouldn’t silence important voices. If you believe in fairness and transparency, consider helping out too. Every bit counts. gofund.me/79e81c7c
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Donate to Legal Defense Fund, organized by Nate Pike
Hi, my name is Nate Pike and I host the Alberta Politics Podcast, The Breakdown.
And I need your help… Nate Pike needs your support for Legal Defense Fund
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December 26, 2024 at 12:34 AM
I just contributed to a crucial cause. Legal battles shouldn’t silence important voices. If you believe in fairness and transparency, consider helping out too. Every bit counts. gofund.me/79e81c7c
@thebreakdownab.bsky.social
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❕Please sign up if you can. It’s wonderful to have local journalism and very few do it better 💚 #Calgary #YYC #Sprawl
There's no sugarcoating it: 2025 will likely be the end of the line for The Sprawl unless we get more financial support. Read our update—and please pitch in if you can.
An update on The Sprawl’s future | The Sprawl
We have good news and bad news.
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December 14, 2024 at 10:13 PM
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To be clear, the fight on climate isn't over whoever is in the White House or PM here. The climate crisis is only getting worse while the solutions are way cheaper & more accessible. The energy transition is inevitable - but speed & scale matters.
Everyone who cares just has to keep on fighting. 💪
Everyone who cares just has to keep on fighting. 💪
December 7, 2024 at 2:57 PM
To be clear, the fight on climate isn't over whoever is in the White House or PM here. The climate crisis is only getting worse while the solutions are way cheaper & more accessible. The energy transition is inevitable - but speed & scale matters.
Everyone who cares just has to keep on fighting. 💪
Everyone who cares just has to keep on fighting. 💪
Remember:
- Geneviève Bergeron
- Hélène Colgan
- Nathalie Croteau
- Barbara Daigneault
- Anne-Marie Edward
- Maud Haviernick
- Maryse Laganière
- Maryse Leclair
- Anne-Marie Lemay
- Sonia Pelletier
- Michèle Richard
- Annie St-Arneault
- Annie Turcotte
- Barbara Klucznik-Widajewicz
#16Days
- Geneviève Bergeron
- Hélène Colgan
- Nathalie Croteau
- Barbara Daigneault
- Anne-Marie Edward
- Maud Haviernick
- Maryse Laganière
- Maryse Leclair
- Anne-Marie Lemay
- Sonia Pelletier
- Michèle Richard
- Annie St-Arneault
- Annie Turcotte
- Barbara Klucznik-Widajewicz
#16Days
December 6, 2024 at 3:51 PM
Remember:
- Geneviève Bergeron
- Hélène Colgan
- Nathalie Croteau
- Barbara Daigneault
- Anne-Marie Edward
- Maud Haviernick
- Maryse Laganière
- Maryse Leclair
- Anne-Marie Lemay
- Sonia Pelletier
- Michèle Richard
- Annie St-Arneault
- Annie Turcotte
- Barbara Klucznik-Widajewicz
#16Days
- Geneviève Bergeron
- Hélène Colgan
- Nathalie Croteau
- Barbara Daigneault
- Anne-Marie Edward
- Maud Haviernick
- Maryse Laganière
- Maryse Leclair
- Anne-Marie Lemay
- Sonia Pelletier
- Michèle Richard
- Annie St-Arneault
- Annie Turcotte
- Barbara Klucznik-Widajewicz
#16Days
Great Christmas concerts coming up!
December 5, 2024 at 2:59 AM
Great Christmas concerts coming up!
Christmas shows! Get your tickets now. The band sounds fantastic!
December 3, 2024 at 7:55 PM
Christmas shows! Get your tickets now. The band sounds fantastic!
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"Chief Neufeld also took issue with the lack of engagement [...], saying he’d tried on no less than eight different occasions since July to schedule a meeting with Minister Dreeshen to discuss the issue, without result."
YIKES 😬
#yyccc #ableg
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YIKES 😬
#yyccc #ableg
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December 3, 2024 at 7:45 PM
"Chief Neufeld also took issue with the lack of engagement [...], saying he’d tried on no less than eight different occasions since July to schedule a meeting with Minister Dreeshen to discuss the issue, without result."
YIKES 😬
#yyccc #ableg
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YIKES 😬
#yyccc #ableg
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Read this thread. Calling this out, as the woman did, is essential.
This happens with art direction too: inevitably it's REALLY easy to find certain types of people & if you don't *intentionally* seek out others, it becomes homogenous. In my last few years I tried to instate this as a priority.
This happens with art direction too: inevitably it's REALLY easy to find certain types of people & if you don't *intentionally* seek out others, it becomes homogenous. In my last few years I tried to instate this as a priority.
the next person," people invited the people they were closest to, which disproportionately meant people who looked like them. It wasn't *intentionally* exclusive, but it was exclusive anyway.
The lesson I took from that was that if we want to be inclusive, we have to be *intentional*.
The lesson I took from that was that if we want to be inclusive, we have to be *intentional*.
November 26, 2024 at 8:51 PM
Read this thread. Calling this out, as the woman did, is essential.
This happens with art direction too: inevitably it's REALLY easy to find certain types of people & if you don't *intentionally* seek out others, it becomes homogenous. In my last few years I tried to instate this as a priority.
This happens with art direction too: inevitably it's REALLY easy to find certain types of people & if you don't *intentionally* seek out others, it becomes homogenous. In my last few years I tried to instate this as a priority.
Good times at the Ironwood!
November 26, 2024 at 5:13 PM
Good times at the Ironwood!
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This Trans Day of Remembrance, the only message I have is:
It's not enough to remember us, you need to support us while we're still here.
It's not enough to remember us, you need to support us while we're still here.
November 20, 2024 at 6:54 PM
This Trans Day of Remembrance, the only message I have is:
It's not enough to remember us, you need to support us while we're still here.
It's not enough to remember us, you need to support us while we're still here.
November 20, 2024 at 9:31 PM