Donald Trump has done it again. Instead of answering a question, he’s picked a fight. Yet this target wasn’t an American rival or a late-night comedian — it was Australian journalist John Lyons. The ABC reporter asked about Trump’s wealth - and instead of dealing in facts, Trump reached for the oldest trick in his... Continue Reading →
How Star Trek Can Help Build a Single Planet of Peace and Shared Resources
As a dedicated Trekkie, I’ve always been captivated by the depth and vision that Star Trek offers. The tales of loyalty, friendships, and the connections between different species are what truly resonate with me. Portrait of Captain Archer, Star Trek Enterprise As such, I’ve always found something deeply moving in the way the characters, especially... Continue Reading →
Blurred Lines: How TV Shapes Our Morals and Social Life
I have noticed over the last 45 years how television and movies have had a funny way of shaping how I see the world, often without even realizing it. What starts as “just entertainment” often seeps into my deep thoughts where I wander about aspects of fictional characters, then (occasionally) impacts on how I deal... Continue Reading →
How Consequences and Choices Change Lives
Lately, I've been immersed in 'The Rookie' on Netflix, a series that brings back memories of Nathan Fillion's earlier work on Firefly - a reminder of how time flies for all of us. Tonight, I revisited one of my favorite episodes from Season 3, Episode 5, titled 'Lockdown'. In this very interesting installment, rookie officer... Continue Reading →