Tribute to Ryne Sandberg
As the cover of a “Boy’s Life” from 1984 proclaimed, Ryne Sandberg was Second to None.
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Computer Looking Up
Astronomy, and Computer Technology
Life & Leisure
Beyond the worlds of technology and astronomy, this category is where you’ll find a wide array of content that reflects the author’s diverse interests. From engaging in debates on AI to sharing personal hobbies like gaming and sports, this is the place for commentary, reviews, and stories that don’t fit neatly into other categories.
From Stars to AI: The Impact of Kuhn’s Paradigm Model on Scientific Progress
Discover how paradigm shifts have shaped our understanding of the cosmos and beyond. From Copernicus to AI, see how new ideas revolutionize our world!
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How I Installed a Catalytic Converter Shield on My Honda Ridgeline
I installed a catalytic converter shield on my 2022 Honda Ridgeline. In this article I explain in detail the full process from choosing the shield to installation, and how the shield is holding up seven months later.
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The 80,000 Year Orbit
By the best estimates, Comet C/2020 A3 will not be in proximity to Earth for another 80,000 years. That is a nearly incomprehensible timespan. The last time A3 was near Earth, wooly mammoths were still around. In this article I try to put this time in perspective, with the help of a few AI models.
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My First and Last Article on Politics
What is the most pressing topic in American federal politics today? It is none of the hot-button issues in any national or local media. It is a topic rarely discussed but should be at the forefront of all U.S. Presidential election cycles.
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Landing Back on WordPress.com, Compliments of Jetpack
I have been wandering in the virtual desert for the past three years with my self-hosted blog. Silly me did not realize you can connect into the WordPress.com community via Jetpack.
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Why I Prefer Watching the PGA Tour over LIV Golf Explained with Two Screen Captures
I prefer watching the PGA Tour over LIV golf. In today’s article I showcase visually a key difference between their presentation formats. One is a garbled puzzle and the other is simple and inviting to watch.
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A Totally Awesome Retro “In Game Event”
Join Scotty and June, our favorite virtual e-sports broadcast team, as they guide us through the fast-pace high-stakes action of The Finals.
Oh, and there is a pretty neat alien invasion I want to talk about as well!
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The September 11th Connection that Hit Me Like a Sledgehammer
I recently read an old novel that coincidentally invoked a disaster happening on a September 11th, in the future. It brought back memories and vague recollections of possible motive for why this date was chosen by the hijacking planners in 2001. Was the connection a wild, silly theory? I try to remember and explain in this article.
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The “Hollywood Moon” Revisited: Two Examples
The oversized Moon has been used frequently in film and television. Here I show two recent examples of artistic Lunar photography, one good and one bad, from shows on MGM+.
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