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In 1998, there was a landmark settlement between four tobacco companies and what was deemed as deceptive and deviant practices against the taxpayers. Today, we have new threats developing in the open and we are willingly participating. I talk about the tactics that I see being used to keep us coming back. Learn more at https://altf4.co

When I started writing my outline for last week, this is what I was getting at. It took me two weeks to get there but I thought that it would interesting to talk about my experience with some of the more well known get rich quick schemes out there. Learn more at https://altf4.co

I think that we all know that commercials don't portray real life accurately. But, behind every lie is a small bit of truth. There is a lot to know about that little bit of truth. I talk about the dream of being a millionaire versus the reality of being a landlord. Learn more at https://altf4.co

I used to be like this, I was idealistic. If we just got the right senator/representative/president then we could finally get what we wanted accomplished. After that didn't work, then we needed the right combination of officials. After that, I realized that it wasn't going to happen. This podcast explains why this is the case. The heart of it is an interview on the Sebastian Gorka radio show. Lear...

I am making the case that ambiguity was essential for our survival as a species. I also speak to the role that it has played in my life and specifically my career. I talk about my worries for the human race by removing our exposure to ambiguity and the need to develop logical skills as a result. Learn more at https://altf4.co

My first exposure to the internet as it is today was around the mid 1990s. When I think about the power of what it represents I am somewhat in awe. I even relate a story about the relevance and impact today. But, at some point the internet shifted from a repository of any information to a place that people go to feel better about themselves and with that, we are being programmed to keep coming bac...

This one is kind of all over the place. Black Monday got me thinking about job performance and the relevancy of how performance effects retention. To get there I looked at congressional approval and monetary policy. I think it makes sense, hopefully you will too. Learn more at https://altf4.co

Today I am taking a look at the mechanism on how time flies and whether I am utilizing that time effectively. I am not going to spoil things, you will have to listen and judge whether the same me is a good thing or not. Learn more at https://altf4.co

This is a new year, a new season and fresh off of a break. It is time to kick some behind into gear. With that, I am amping myself up by looking at my own weaknesses. I hope that my struggles are relatable. If you are not familiar with the reference "Toolbox Fallacy", the link is below. https://youtu.be/sz4YqwH_6D0?si=msMfrtJ6-Vbn4tJN Learn more at https://altf4.co

Last podcast for the year. I cover the highlights of the year by month plus some of my favorite things that I did. I also get into what I am planning for 2024. I am wishing you all a happy New Year. Lets hope that this year is better than the last. But, let us not let fate determine that alone but do something about it. Learn more at https://altf4.co

I've got a lot of problems with you people; welcome to Festivus 2023. Unfortunately, this year contains some dark subject matter but it is truly my feelings on the subject and I want to be nothing but genuine. Despite that, We have some ridiculous commentary as well. Enjoy. Learn more at https://altf4.co

If you haven't started your Christmas shopping yet, you are in big trouble. If you don't know what you are planning to do, you are in bigger trouble. This is the second time I have done this list, talking about ideas and things that I want, hopefully that will help you. Learn more at https://altf4.co

Once I open my mouth, I can't stop talking. This is the third podcast this week. I feel more like doing podcasts than writing right now. I am looking a two very different situations under the lens of fairness today. Learn more at https://altf4.co

I wrote and recorded yesterday's podcast over a week ago. Since that time, more saga has developed. It was enough with enough to say that I didn't want to go another week or have two weeks in a row of college football as the primary discussion point. So, you get two podcasts this week. Learn more at https://altf4.co

Sports fans like to fanaticize that there are so many life lessons in participation. Sure, I agree on the surface level that those can be the case. But, sports fans also like to fanaticize that their support of a team does something as well. Don't get caught up in that trap, this is almost where I went too. Belief is a powerful thing when it comes to fighting cancer or making your way in the world...

This is a story about living my whole life with a narrative without realizing or knowing the truth. There is nothing inherently bad or evil, just simply people that want to be who they want without judgement or disagreement. I won't say that everyone involved wasn't hurt or didn't know the actual truth, but I think circumstantially, it is understandable. Learn more at https://altf4.co

This episode contains tips and tricks about getting ready for the big day. Hopefully, if you need this kind of thing, it gets to you in time. I didn't mark this episode 'explicit' even though I use a couple naughty words for emphasis. Just warning you. Learn more at https://altf4.co

This podcast was generated by a question asked to me. When you look at the definition in the dictionary, the result is circular. What is the appropriate response? Learn more at https://altf4.co

This is a first for me getting a little technical. Don't get too scared because I only wade in ankle deep. I talk about my home network infrastructure over the years and the changes I am making as well as why I am doing them. Listen for tips on performance and security improvements. Learn more at https://altf4.co

This week is a grab back of various topics. I did have one thing to say that I determined wasn't enough duration for one podcast and so I just kept adding topics until the episode was too long. When you ring the doorbell and say trick-or-treat in theory, you could get either. I will let you decide what you are getting with each topic. Learn more at https://altf4.co

Maybe I am a little late to the game commenting on the newest Israeli/Arab conflict. This episode is really not about that but forces trying to coopt it into US political issues. Hopefully, you will see it my way. Listen to the end to find the overall message. Learn more at https://altf4.co

In an interview that I recently heard with the author Robert Coram about John Boyd. You can listen to hear all of the details but the interview introduced this topic of career recognition versus career accomplishment. This in turn revealed the source of some internal turmoil and made some sense out of it for me. If you are like me, then maybe it will be for you too. Learn more at https//altf4.co

I think that we all want to be comfortable. It's OK to take advantage of the experience that we have hard earned. After all, why not benefit from the work we have done? It's not OK to never learn anything again. I know, it is hard to step outside when it is cold and raining and do the hard work but it is necessary for us to continue to push boundaries and keep trying if we want to stay young. Lear...

Can you really believe headlines you see? Of course, I say no. Today I explore the recent history of US imperialism, the results of our meddling and relate it to sports analogies. If that is not enough, I analyze some recent news related to the topic. Learn more at https://altf4.co

Another introspective podcast. I cant help that the person I know the best is myself. That being said, I am a good mentor and I want people to know that it is OK to be yourself. I would rather have people be happy who they are than something that they are not. That of course does not resonate with everyone, Just like freedom. 'I want you to be who you are until it is something that I don't agree w...