The problem* with Social Media is that while there is a platform for independent comment unprecedented in history, the reality is that the oligarchs control the algorithm to feed you what they want y… (View Post)
Travel can broaden the mind but it does require intellectual curiosity and open mindedness, while Social Media allows a retreat into gullibility and confirmation of existing prejudices unmoored from … (View Post)
Slightly grey this morning on the Isle of Wight but clearing later for the family Easter Egg hunt and roast lamb. The hellhole on Social Media bears no resemblance to reality. An American told me yes… (View Post)
Taking advice from Liz Truss on dealing with the mythic "Blob" is only useful if you do the opposite. It's a bit like how Labour decided to take advice from John Ashworth on campaigning. A … (View Post)