A Thousand Books vs. High School

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The post argues that traditional high‑school learning is far less effective than the wealth of knowledge available in thousands of narrated books, and that “fake education” floods minds with empty facts and subverts true learning. It claims teachers, politicians, judges and media are often tricked by greedy corporations and that their funding motives leave students underprepared for real life. The author urges independent study—reading books, self‑education, and becoming creators of knowledge—as the only way to avoid regrets and to truly change one’s future. He stresses that genuine lectures should be life‑changing speeches, not merely graduation rituals, and that the ultimate goal is to become both a business creator and an educator for others.

#0587 published 10/8/2021 04:00 audio duration 416 words 2 links education self-learning books school curriculum learning personal-development politics

Systems Of Thought

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The post argues that modern culture has replaced true wisdom with entertainment such as movies and music, leaving little coherence; it calls for a return to intellectual pursuits through reading and listening to thousands of books so that contradictions are resolved and personal growth ensues, and reminds readers to keep practical tools (e.g. “thick socks” and other resources) handy while they pursue deeper knowledge—so that life’s meaning is found in greatness derived from accumulated wisdom.

#0586 published 10/7/2021 04:31 audio duration 456 words 7 links poetry essay inspirational reading books wisdom

The Superpower Of Programmatic, Parametric, Algorithmic, Generative, Procedural, Design And Music Composition

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The author explains how mastering high‑level programming languages opens up automating creative tasks in music and visual arts, encouraging readers to use tools like JSCAD/OpenSCAD for 3D modeling and Tone.js/Elementary for algorithmic composition; by building simple scripts one can generate endless songs or complex architectural models, thereby turning generative design into a powerful, scalable workflow that blends creativity with code.

#0585 published 10/6/2021 08:44 audio duration 827 words 12 links programming generative art music composition 3d modeling javascript openscad jscad tone.js p5js atom editor

A Portfolio Of Silly And Fun Inventions

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I’ve begun to see superhero belts as more than just costume props: they’re practical tools that blend style with function. After learning how an Etsy seller made $657 k selling a Batman Utility Belt, I set out my own design—an “extension of the wallet” that holds credit cards, phones, car remotes, music players and even smoke‑bombs or candy in dedicated pockets. The belt’s compartments make it easy to carry small items while giving me a showcase piece for my portfolio and a creative project that could help students learn by inventing. In this spirit I’m also testing tactical jewelry—bracelets that can assemble grappling hooks—to prove that with the right ideas, anything can become both useful and inspiring.

#0584 published 10/5/2021 04:17 audio duration 465 words 1 link superhero belt etsy costume accessory wallet extension utility belt handcraft DIY design portfolio raspberry pi case smoke bomb candy pocket student project self defense bracelet design grappling hook

The Next Generation Of Education

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The post proposes a new model of schooling that replaces bloated, politically‑driven institutions with an organic, technology‑rich curriculum tailored to each student. In this system, learners build companies, earn monetary rewards instead of grades, and create real portfolios that lift them out of poverty; the revenue they generate is shared back with their schools, allowing new campuses to spring up worldwide without state funding. By letting students use computers, plotters, printers, CNC machines, and projectors to design projects and co‑found businesses, this “unschooling” approach aims to give children freedom from debt and a practical path to real careers while expanding education globally.

#0583 published 10/4/2021 04:25 audio duration 499 words 1 link education school-reform unschooling entrepreneurship technology-in-education portfolio-based-learning student-centered

La Liberté Éclairant Le Monde: From Generation To Generation, or Recognizing Indoctrination

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The post argues that widespread indoctrination—from families, schools, and institutions—drains children’s innate genius, perpetuates poverty, crime, and war, and calls for true education, equality, and wisdom to restore freedom.

#0582 published 10/3/2021 21:56 audio duration 2,162 words 5 links education children indoctrination poverty schools culture music entrepreneurship science religion courts militaryrecruitment books

Try To Invent Every Day

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We have to find a way to invent every day. Do not fear; invent something beautiful and real. Maybe a costume for Halloween, or Christmas, or even Veterans Day—who can say? You must ask yourself if you are the elf or the shelf. If you never sang *before* then today you should open that door. Singing is an art; if you don't know where to start... Maybe you need to write a song; it need not be very long. It may be embarrassing a bit, but will your elder self regret it? You won’t—and I’m sure your friends will like it a lot. And if your songs are as bad as mine, then that is a sign. Life is calling you to get good at it and create a huge hit. Or just take whatever it is you sing and create an amazing alarm or phone ring. Don’t feel embarrassed to sing, paint, or dance; you should always take a creative chance. Everything you create is a beautiful treasure, one of a kind and beyond all measure. If you don’t give up on the beautiful things you do, you’ll make people smile, and they’ll love you. In case it has been a while since you created art and you’re not too sure where to start: First of all, you may need a day of rest, as that is when you are at your mightiest. Then just start somewhere you like—go camping or on a long hike. If your talents are rusty or the equipment is too dusty, then find something new to do without any further ado. One year doing this, one year doing that—and a new talent can be had. I would recommend—if you don’t mind—to get a canvas and use a projector to outline a portrait. Then use snail mail to send it to your friend. They’ll say “No way!” and that will surely make for a nice day. Though I think my favorite recommendation is creating a tiny little poem with good narration.

#0581 published 10/2/2021 03:12 audio duration 360 words creative music painting dance writing art

Learning composition by copying songs: Fix The World v2 (Prep for music composition with vocals)

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The post is a collection of verses that repeatedly begin with “Everybody knows” to emphasize a series of global concerns: from the world needing help and broken schools to animals in need, family unity, war’s misery, pandemics on the horizon, and the necessity for real change. Each stanza repeats the same refrain, underscoring how these issues are common knowledge—yet still unresolved—while calling for action such as closing prisons, ending poverty, and bringing about peace. The lyrics weave together a poetic snapshot of contemporary problems, framing them as shared truths that demand collective effort to fix.

#0580 published 10/1/2021 04:22 audio duration 346 words music lyrics composition songwriting instrumental rebuild track example

Authorities Serve Not Their Nations But The Future Generations

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A young woman who tracks species loss and monitors climate change declares “That’s F‑ing Enough,” a phrase that marks the generational divide she sees. She believes students already grasp the urgency of these problems better than adults, but they still need help with fundamentals such as mass incarceration, poverty, and ineffective politics. In her vision, schools will produce future lawmakers who draft constitutional amendments worldwide: “No more prisons,” “No more poverty,” a new law forcing politicians to be honest (with 50‑year community service for violations), “No more killing,” a wage ceiling for government employees, and school closures if results aren’t achieved. She argues that ending poverty, cleaning up plastics (requiring ten kilos of plastic removed for every kilogram added), and improving education will enable global change; she notes we’ve already seen species loss and climate evidence but failed to elect the right leaders because people were uneducated. The “three dreadful words” she cites—“No more…”—are meant to unite generations, correct mistakes in prisons, poverty, war, money, and crime, and bring about a new civilization built on kindness, knowledge, and vision.

#0579 published 9/30/2021 08:51 audio duration 904 words 1 link climate change species loss education students youth activism legislative amendments prison reform poverty universal income environmental cleanup

How To Become A Writer In Three Easy Steps

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The author outlines a three‑step plan for cultivating personal greatness and creative output, beginning with an introspective exploration of what it means to become a writer and how greatness shapes one’s self‑perception. In Step One he muses on the role of writing as a vehicle for expression, the cyclical nature of life, and the transformative power of striving toward greatness, which can make us feel both small and indestructible. Step Two turns to practical preparation: assembling an expedition backpack item by item while reflecting on everyday tasks and immersing oneself in nature’s rhythms; he lists specific gear for each weekday as a metaphor for steady progress. Finally, Step Three encourages balancing work with leisure—costumes, cooking, dancing—and extending that balance outward by helping friends experience the outdoors and learning anew, thereby turning personal wisdom into a powerful book.

#0578 published 9/29/2021 06:26 audio duration 677 words 3 links writing journaling backpacking travel adventure life lessons

The Genius Within Us All

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The post celebrates the idea that genius emerges when we pursue our own curiosities and adventures—whether in art, math, music, science or travel—and not by following others’ paths or chasing grades alone. It stresses that true learning is independent, spontaneous and deeply connected to personal interests; when we turn everyday lessons into creative projects (like painting a big canvas or turning math into generative art), our minds expand naturally. The author argues that schools often disconnect subjects and rob us of brilliance, so we must create our own space for exploration. In short, genius is already inside each of us, awakened by the joy of doing what we love and by taking independent steps toward understanding.

#0577 published 9/28/2021 04:29 audio duration 513 words 2 links poetry creative-writing art music math travel

Of The Memory Cathedrals And The Tree Of Knowledge

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The post proposes a new school model that builds a “tree of knowledge” rooted in the universe’s birth and unfolding through time: students start with foundational topics (cosmology, early life, human evolution) and then branch into disciplines such as mathematics, music, programming, art, etc., guided by curiosity rather than rigid curricula. By weaving subjects together across epochs—much like a cathedral that takes years to complete—the author argues for continuous, interconnected learning that avoids the fragmented “cut‑up” units of traditional schooling, encourages analogies and real-world projects, and ultimately cultivates lifelong mastery rather than rote memorization.

#0576 published 9/27/2021 07:48 audio duration 838 words 5 links education curriculum learning reading books astrophysics history music art programming generative art 3d modeling

Each Generation Must Guard Real Education

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The author begins by encouraging readers to start creating in small, flexible spaces—whether a dedicated lab or even a living‑room—using affordable tools like the Ender 3 v2 3D printer and Blender for designing parts such as screws; from that humble beginning he moves into a broader reflection on education, arguing that our current “fake” system needs to be replaced by self‑guided, real schools led by inspiring teachers who bring art, programming, and design together in a practical curriculum; he proposes a new tool that brings the school to students at their own pace, making learning fun and productive so that future generations can tackle climate change and other challenges with wisdom gained from this hands‑on, self‑paced education.

#0575 published 9/26/2021 04:43 audio duration 543 words 3 links 3d printing blender endermaker home lab self education art design programming

High School 101: Building Your Own Secret Laboratory

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High‑school learning is seen as inadequate, so the post urges taking charge of one’s own education by pursuing hands‑on projects—like 3D design, electronics, and programming—with practical tools and online resources.

#0574 published 9/25/2021 05:25 audio duration 590 words 10 links self-learning blender 3d-printing electronic-kits p5js design-portfolio high-school

Computers And Color Theory, A Little Programming Tutorial

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The author recounts his journey to create a simple generative‑art sketch in p5.js that illustrates how colors can be generated using the HSL model. After explaining hue, saturation, and luminosity—and why HSL is more natural for artists because it forms a circular hue wheel—he presents a program that picks a random hue, computes its triad by adding 120° and 240°, then draws three rectangles and two semi‑transparent circles in those colors. Each click re‑chooses the triad; right‑click saves the image. He notes how this exercise teaches basic arithmetic and arithmetic with degrees while also serving as background art or prints, and contrasts HSL’s advantages over RGB and CMYK for generative art.

#0573 published 9/24/2021 08:38 audio duration 841 words 4 links hsl rgb cmyk p5js generative-art color-theory javascript canvas

Upgrading The High School Diploma To A Real Design Portfolio And Beyond

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The post argues that traditional schooling and college are often inadequate and merely “fake” education, while true learning comes from hands‑on experience and self‑studied projects—especially in 3D design and printing. It encourages readers to start with simple Blender tutorials and a low‑cost printer kit, then build a portfolio of tangible products (jewelry, belts, escape kits) that can be sold or fabricated by companies, proving practical skills to employers. By repeatedly designing, prototyping, and learning from failures, one can launch their own small company or join a startup accelerator, thereby mastering real education through creative work rather than cramming exams. The final question invites the reader to choose between being hired as a diploma holder or as a self‑taught portfolio owner.

#0572 published 9/23/2021 10:49 audio duration 1,137 words 8 links education self-taught 3d printing design entrepreneurship blender

A Fancy Shmancy Cure For Sadness

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The author encourages students to leave the classroom when their teacher claims unfairness, instead heading to the library where “real teachers”—the books—await; by listening to narrated books (audiobooks) they can absorb wisdom, experience adventures, biographical insights, and philosophical ideas in a way that reading alone cannot. The post stresses how pain fuels learning, how audiobooks preserve the author’s soul, and how awards like the Audie and Grammy validate quality narration. Ultimately it argues that listening to stories not only relieves personal struggles but also sparks intellectual independence and brilliance, urging readers to seek narrated books as a reliable path to understanding life’s challenges and becoming “blindingly brilliant.”

#0571 published 9/22/2021 08:25 audio duration 938 words 5 links audiobooks books library reading listening students teachers school learning biography

One World, One People, One Great Family

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Climate change will put billions into harm within 30 years; early action is required—just as wars can be prevented decades in advance—and the solution lies in education: real schools that teach invention and application so future generations can avert disasters before they start, including migration planning, improved farming, and opening new lands by permafrost. Politicians and teachers alike are ineffective without proper schooling; the law should target those uneducated by political failures, while building real schools creates wisdom, greatness, and a united family that transcends borders of time and place. In short, to avoid suffering for billions we must learn, act, and collaborate today to reverse climate change so our family can thrive together.

#0570 published 9/21/2021 11:04 audio duration 997 words 5 links climate change farming education schools migration future generations permafrost

Lonesome Roads To Excellence

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The author argues that traditional schooling feels unreliable and corrupt, urging students to build tangible portfolios—especially in 3‑D design and printing—to prove their skills beyond diplomas. He stresses the importance of self‑learning, side projects, and a personal business as ways to showcase creativity, earn income, and stand out in interviews. Ultimately, he believes that taking control of one’s education through real work will let students become “great beings” rather than merely nodding along.

#0569 published 9/20/2021 04:44 audio duration 512 words school education 3d modeling portfolio side gig design business

The Future Generations

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The post reflects on how leadership, education, and personal growth shape society: it begins by quoting Burke and a playful “Dr… Meow” to illustrate that titles alone don’t guarantee true refinement or learning. It then argues that generations must learn quickly, repair mistakes, and contribute lasting work—“the world will grow up all right.” The author stresses the importance of genuine schools (not fake ones) and real leaders who act with wisdom, not mere political showmanship. By listening to books and embracing adventure, one can become wise, inspire younger generations, and bring about a new age of enlightenment where true leaders restore the heart of society.

#0568 published 9/19/2021 04:45 audio duration 521 words poetry education leadership children politics

To The New Generation Of Leaders

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The post paints an optimistic picture of emerging leaders who are distinct from their predecessors, noting that the changing climate helps reveal truth‑tellers among the liars. It describes a day marked by cancelled classes and global attention, suggesting this moment signals a fresh beginning. The author speaks to politicians—presidents or prime ministers—who will understand this new wave once they step into power, promising unanimous votes and signatures with no anonymity left. The narrative ends on a hopeful note: the world is ready for change, urging readers to rise and act without delay because their collective action can bring about the future the world needs.

#0567 published 9/18/2021 02:48 audio duration 317 words 1 link poetry free verse climate change leadership

That Glowing Ember At A Branch Of The Wisdom Tree

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The post reflects on the innate spark within each of us that drives us to seek wisdom and light our own paths; it urges a return to nature—mountains, seas, deserts—and the use of simple, deliberate steps such as setting aside devices, packing a backpack, and journaling every adventure. By engaging with the natural world and its rhythms, we can nurture our inner ember, gain real education beyond formal diplomas, and let wisdom and greatness flow naturally. The author invites readers to commit to this journey—capturing experiences in journals, embracing the seasons’ moods, and using nature as a living teacher that will illuminate and sustain us through all of life’s challenges.

#0566 published 9/17/2021 04:42 audio duration 545 words 4 links nature travel backpacking journaling adventure self‑discovery inspiration

The Great Challenges

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After reflecting on his jury duty experience and reading Michelle Alexander’s book, the author argues that individualized stories, real education, and de‑indoctrination can transform criminals into citizens and reform the justice system.

#0565 published 9/16/2021 08:48 audio duration 887 words 10 links poetry essay reflection education criminal-justice

Easy Peasy Growing Up: The Culture Of Greatness

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The post argues that just as “junk” DNA accumulates in our cells, mental and cultural clutter piles up, but intentional thinking and immersing ourselves in the works (by listening or reading) of great thinkers can cleanse this junk and elevate us into a culture of greatness.

#0564 published 9/15/2021 14:39 audio duration 1,395 words 33 links dna culture books reading listening self-development youtube travel