Inhibitions
I’m working on a theory of productivity for writers and other creators. The core of this idea is that what stops productivity is inhibitions, and that if you can get past those, production becomes dramatically higher. My own… Read More
What’s Up There? Slides from the Dorr Township Library
On September 8, I was honored to present What’s Up There? at the Dorr Township Library. We talked about astronomy and all the things we can see in the sky. It was a great time! View the slides… Read More
Dust to Dust: Maxwell’s Demons Episode 1
But it was his job to answer questions with as much precision as he could muster. That was what the doctor wanted, that was what the doctor would get. Then Elmer would do further investigation and refine his… Read More
Living in the Future
We are living in the future. ON MY PHONE, I went to the website of the chain that runs the gift shop at Meijer Gardens. I found a form for suggesting products. Simple form to fill out. ON… Read More
The South Park Secret: Planning Solid Stories
Hey, all! Long time no post, eh? I’m trying to reconnect with the world after a lot of issues, including a stroke. (But I’m feeling much better now…) And today I have a good reason to reach out… Read More
Review: Ghost Story by Peter Straub (audiobook)
I read this back in the 70s or 80s. I remembered the opening and the ending, but almost nothing of the middle. So this was like experiencing it for the first time, and it was excellent! It’s a horror story with a complex framing structure, stories about stories within stories. I love that sort of thing
Microphone Review: Akingdleo Over Ear 3.5mm Hands Free Cardioid Wired Audio Boom Condenser Classroom Mic — A Steal at $8
Last week my friend Jenna Eatough sent me a link to this Akingdleo Over Ear 3.5mm Hands Free Cardioid Wired Audio Boom Condenser Classroom Mic. At the incredible low price of $8. I promised to review it.

























