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7/14/2023 ·

• 04:13 audio
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• 392 words

#1230: The Great Weight-loss Adventure

• dance
• interval training
• beat music
• drums
• exercise
• fitness
• outdoor activity
• camping
• trail walking
• cooking
• fire
• knife
• gear

The post encourages using rhythmic movement as the core of a workout, urging dancers to maintain an uninterrupted flow by employing interval timers and avoiding breaks or distractions; it stresses that energy comes from a steady drumbeat and that continuous motion will strengthen muscles and turn training into art. It then proposes an adventurous “revolutionary” plan: prepare for camping and long hikes by gathering gear, unplugging kitchen appliances with a knife, roasting sausages over fire, and taking protective measures (wire roasting sticks, duct tape pants, bug repellent, eye protection, gloves) to keep safe from bears, mosquitoes, and knives. Finally it reminds readers that the effort will be lifelong but ultimately healthy, urging them to rise, rebel, and embrace adventure regardless of career or other concerns.

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7/13/2023 ·

• 03:32 audio
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• 334 words

#1229: Take To Adventure, Become 40 Years Younger, And Wallop The Oodles Out Of Your Whippersnapper Self

• fitness
• exercise
• walking
• dance
• interval-training
• poetry

The post is a lively, no‑holds‑barred workout guide aimed at older or “warrior” readers who want to stay fit by focusing on the posterior and overall movement. It starts with simple steps—walk first, then add dancing—to build endurance while controlling rest intervals via timers or apps. The author emphasizes shortening rest periods progressively so you can work out more and less rest, eventually achieving a solid fitness base. By walking “woodland adventure trails” like a locomotive and keeping the routine consistent, you’ll improve lung capacity, energy, and dance stamina, turning your workout into an artful practice that keeps you young and strong.

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7/12/2023 ·

• 07:00 audio
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• 524 words

#1228: The Power Of Serenity; Or How Humanity’s Greatest Accomplishment Was Rooted In Peace Of Mind

• education
• innovation
• ubis
• programming
• adventures

The post envisions a sweeping intellectual revolution in which education transforms from formal institutions into experiential, adventure‑driven learning that is both stress‑free and deeply rooted in real‑world exploration. It argues that this shift will bring modest yet meaningful successes—improved leaders, universal basic income, and widespread wisdom—that collectively reshape society. Drawing on Newton’s apple as a metaphor for curiosity, it suggests that true genius emerges when minds are first nurtured to meet their unique needs, rather than simply taught facts. The new system will celebrate programming languages as the primary tools of all sciences, with interactive microscopes and challenging platforms replacing traditional software development. Ultimately, learning becomes an adventure trail across cultures, a self‑directed lecture delivered by beloved narrators, turning classrooms into dynamic journeys that fuse narration, exploration, and practical application to create a wiser, safer world.

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7/11/2023 ·

• 10:37 audio
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• 606 words
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• 2 links

#1227: Whale Fall; Or, The Betrayal Of Standardized Education

• education
• teachers
• school
• learning
• students

The post reflects on how teachers’ work is framed by paychecks, job security and a rigid curriculum that often reduces teaching to a “stick‑and‑carrot” system; this pressure leads many educators to deliver rote lessons instead of inspiring learning. Students respond in kindred ways—memorizing rather than understanding—and the author argues that true knowledge is built layer by layer through free, joyful exploration, not through standardized grading or fixed syllabi. In short, the piece calls for a shift from rigid, pay‑check–driven schooling to self‑directed learning where students and teachers alike can pursue genuine curiosity and accumulate wisdom rather than just grades.

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7/10/2023 ·

• 14:03 audio
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• 835 words

#1226: Of Serenity, And Courage - It Is Not Just The Narrated Books

• education
• learning
• books
• programming
• camping
• backpacking
• nature
• technology
• smartphone

Narrated books can soothe sleep and ease minor fears, but true learning comes from mixing adventure—walking trails or camping—with the same books to let wisdom “inherit” into spirit, heart, mind, vision, thought, and invention. After basic reading, writing, and arithmetic, schools often fall into bookkeeping and boredom; subjects become dull divisions that sell students out of real education. Teaching math alone is a mistake unless it’s tied to programming—building screensavers or generative art—which can launch businesses and turn learning into real skill. The GPA chase forces cramming and forgets deep study; bullying, teachers’ neglect, and home gadgets with endless phones add depression. Frequent outdoor trips bring serenity and reset the mind, allowing books, programming, and adventure to fuse into genuine greatness.

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7/9/2023 ·

• 08:10 audio
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• 741 words

#1225: Thinking May Not Be What We Think It Is

• philosophy
• politics
• war
• education
• leadership
• generations
• trail

The author contrasts philosophers—who think deeply and long‑term—with politicians, who think shallowly and profit from war. He argues that many politicians are privileged youths who use conflict for economic gain, while true philosophers plan to dismantle regimes before they attack. To counter this cycle he calls for authentic, self‑driven education so the next generation can out‑think the current leaders and prevent wars and other crises.

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7/8/2023 ·

• 04:30 audio
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• 449 words

#1224: Synchronize Your Workouts With The Beats Of Songs And Speed Up The Tempo

• dance
• workout
• dumbbells
• interval training
• rest periods
• music
• abdominal twist
• cardio
• strength training

Adding dumbbells to your dance‑style workout lets you keep rest periods short (use an interval timer) while the music keeps you in trance and moving all your muscles—arms, shoulders, abs, legs—in sync with each beat. The added weight forces full‑body adaptation, making every movement count. Coffee and sugar break that rhythm, so stay hydrated, monitor electrolytes and blood pressure, and keep a doctor’s checkup for accurate feedback. This routine will leave you cheerful, younger, more flexible, and bouncier.

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7/7/2023 ·

• 37:15 audio
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• 3,267 words

#1223: The New Universal Declaration Of Human Rights

• universal declaration
• human rights
• basic income
• education
• digital technology
• global governance
• environmental stewardship
• independent articles

The post outlines a comprehensive “New Universal Declaration of Human Rights” that declares UBI, free and non‑indoctrinated education, war’s illegality, digital and environmental rights, and global governance as essential guarantees for each person’s life, liberty, security, privacy, knowledge, culture, and future prosperity.

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7/6/2023 ·

• 04:53 audio
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• 351 words

#1222: Helping Humanity Hurry Along

• learning
• self-education
• programming
• books
• entrepreneurship
• adventure
• myth

Listening to wise books lifts you above fakers, enabling you to surpass even seasoned politicians who have spent decades in lies and pretenses. The post urges self‑education—learning programming and launching side projects—to escape the confines of standardized schooling. It frames learning as an adventure and mythic quest, insisting that a truly integrated, self‑directed education, not one sold for paychecks or taught by teachers who claim it’s hard, will make you brilliant. By ensuring each lesson feels purposeful and by treating your progress like coding a program toward completion, you’ll become a great being, living a life of love, cheerfulness, courage, and inspiration that propels the world toward a wiser future.

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7/5/2023 ·

• 07:22 audio
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• 639 words

#1221: How To Read Books, Reading Comprehension, And What If You Don’t

• reading
• audio-books
• narration
• adventure
• group-travel
• trail-safety
• stress-relief
• learning

Reading books is presented as an adventurous journey that brings learning, companionship, and personal growth; the author encourages beginning with guided, group experiences to feel safe and supported, while noting that solitude can be beneficial but also challenging if not well‑prepared; through narrated or spoken storytelling, we gain knowledge much like walking the path of history itself, and when we face stress, poverty, or loneliness, the act of listening to stories becomes a natural remedy that lifts our spirits and connects us to giants who have walked the same trails before us.

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7/4/2023 ·

• 09:38 audio
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• 650 words

#1220: The Urgent, Brave, And Noble Quest For Your Intellectual Independence

• books
• reading
• library
• audiobook
• literature
• education
• learning

This post argues that books—especially narrated ones—are the essential tool for keeping the world from unraveling, because they unlock a clear view of reality and let us act wisely. The author claims that most adults are trapped in poverty or indoctrinated by politics, religion, and national divisions, which distort their thinking; only through continuous reading can one free oneself from these “invisible prison walls.” By absorbing countless books, the reader gains intelligence, wisdom, and a personal worldview that enables them to solve misunderstandings and contribute to global peace. The post concludes that listening to narrated books is an intellectual inheritance, a right that empowers individuals to shape their lives and the future of everyone.

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7/3/2023 ·

• 08:19 audio
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• 571 words

#1219: To Get To Know The World

• advertising
• copyculture
• freewebservices
• marketingstrategies
• mediainfluence
• education
• selflearning

The post argues that advertising has become almost a religious indoctrination, using anti‑piracy slogans (“you wouldn’t download a car”) to make copying seem sinful, and spreading false beliefs online that further manipulate audiences. It points out how corporations give away free services only to later cut them off, how magazines lose credibility after marketing their own “person of the year” stories, and how schools teach languages or tools (like free computers and word processors) that turn students into customers rather than independent thinkers. The author claims these tactics warp reality for the young and overworked, and calls for self‑education through books and personal reflection as a remedy to counter the industry’s warping of knowledge.

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7/2/2023 ·

• 04:04 audio
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• 366 words
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• 1 link

#1218: You May Be A Raccoonkin! (Test Included!)

• raccoon
• animals
• nature
• trail
• youtube

The post celebrates raccoons as intelligent, clean creatures that wash themselves and their belongings, enjoy adventures, and treat found items—especially food—as treasures; it notes their penchant for cakes, cupcakes, and human snacks (though those should be stored securely to prevent mischief), and concludes by inviting readers to discover their own “spiritual” raccoon twin through a journey along the Appalachian Trail.

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7/1/2023 ·

• 04:19 audio
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• 417 words
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• 4 links

#1217: The Age Of Visual Programming Languages

• node-red
• visual-programming
• browserless
• svelte
• rxjs

The post argues that the increasing ad‑heavy restrictions imposed by online businesses are turning the web into a less enjoyable space, yet there’s no central solution because these corporations own only the hosting platforms. It proposes that lightweight visual programming languages—exemplified by Node‑RED combined with the browseless project—can fill the gap: such tools can be injected into websites via plugins or proxies, work on mobile and desktop browsers, and let developers think in terms of actions and connections represented as nested data objects in HTML/SVG. The author sees this approach as both a learning tool and a path toward self‑programming, especially when coupled with frameworks like Svelte for clean code and RxJS for reactive flow control. In short, the writer is optimistic that by collaborating on these technologies we can make the internet smarter and more programmable again.

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6/30/2023 ·

• 02:54 audio
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• 295 words
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• 1 link

#1216: The Pretty Trails Of Nordhouse Dunes

• hiking
• trails
• lake-michigan
• nordhouse-dunes
• beach
• woods
• map
• shoes

Lake Michigan and Nordhouse Dunes offer a scenic mix of beach and woodland adventures, with the Lake Michigan Trail starting from the north parking lot and the Nordhouse Dunes Trail beginning at the south on Nurnberg Road; the longest route is the Nipissing Trail, which passes by Nordhouse Lake and connects to Algoma Ridge before rejoining Lake Michigan, while the sunny beach area is bathed in constant sunshine and the surrounding dunes provide shaded, beautiful side trails known as Skylands that rise straight above the tree line—so bring a handy map, well‑worn hiking shoes, bug spray if needed, and enjoy a long enough walk to fully appreciate the ancient dune landscape.

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6/29/2023 ·

• 05:59 audio
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• 490 words

#1215: Today, Politics Is A Mental Illness; But We Can Fix This By Replacing Politicians With House Cats

• cats
• poetry
• leadership
• education
• economics
• ai
• worldbuilding

The post envisions cats as powerful, caring leaders who will govern with harmony and unity—traveling around the world, licking, sniffing, and kissing their way through life while bringing people together. Under feline rule politics is redefined into a kind of affectionate play; AI systems will be employed to meet the cats’ expectations of peace, and every citizen will receive a universal basic income card that resets to $100 each night at midnight. Education becomes self‑directed and personalized, with cats guiding learning across subjects so that knowledge builds on what students already grasp, leading to a bright world where unity, prosperity, and personal growth prevail.

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6/28/2023 ·

• 04:36 audio
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• 420 words
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• 3 links

#1214: Computer Programming For All

• node-red
• visual-programming
• javascript
• array-methods
• basic-goto-print
• programming-learning

The post proposes an easy entry point for mature learners who may not yet be comfortable with code but enjoy everyday hobbies such as camera streaming or garden irrigation. It suggests starting from the simplest “Hello world” loop and gradually building up to mapping usernames and filtering data, illustrating how small programs can be written in a visual language like Node‑RED. The author argues that learning to embed JavaScript inside visual nodes gives a solid foundation for creating an own Node‑RED‑style tool, which then becomes the core of a side project: users would pay a modest monthly fee for premium features, generating income that could support future generations or grow into a small business.

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6/27/2023 ·

• 08:40 audio
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• 816 words

#1213: The Pet To Get; Or, A Tiny Step Towards Working With Animals

• cats
• pets
• animals
• hunting
• intelligence
• veterinary
• animalcare

Cats are portrayed as highly intelligent, observant hunters who assess human behavior with a keen eye for fitness, preparedness, and humor—qualities they judge by how well we manage food, exercise, and the environment. Their perceptions range from sensing fear through simple cues to evaluating our overall survival plan, including reliable electricity, transportation, and delivery of necessities. When a cat brings a dead mouse, it signals that we should be proactive in feeding, moving, and staying alert; otherwise the animal will deem us unworthy. The text emphasizes that cats are not only playful but deeply philosophical, capable of humor and strategic thinking similar to wolves or huskies, and that maintaining their happiness requires proper feeding, companionship, and a sense of humor. Finally, it suggests that caring for pets can be a career—veterinary work, shelters, or community service—and stresses the need to learn animals’ languages and keep them from loneliness, thereby fulfilling our shared evolutionary responsibilities.

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6/26/2023 ·

• 03:03 audio
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• 270 words

#1212: I Am Lake

• travel
• camping
• nature
• lake-michigan
• books
• mp3-player
• raccoons
• chipmunks
• mosquitos
• supermarket
• icecream
• antique-store

Waking up at Nordhouse Dunes was pleasant, though sometimes a bit chilly, and I never felt lonely because my narrated books played in the background. I stayed for many days, collecting cool rocks, using walking sticks, swimming in Lake Michigan until I became one with nature; chipmunks whistled as I passed, raccons joined me in meandering and toublemaking, and mosquitoes stopped biting, using me to get around. Together we drove to the supermarket, where I bought ice cream while the mosquitoes took shoppers. I felt like a tourist on business with the universe, building flimsy yet large driftwood horsis that impressed two tourists. In Ludington my favorite spot was an antique store with a neat book section; there I found a well-worn 1963 pocket version of Robinson Crusoe, which prompted me to listen to its full story. Throughout, I stayed in the wilderness, gathering firewood and preparing for watching Lake Michigan’s sunset.

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6/25/2023 ·

• 06:54 audio
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• 512 words

#1211: Where The Giants Leave Off

• books
• reading
• self-education
• learning
• personal-development

The post argues that true education comes not just from formal schooling but from the intellectual inheritance carried in books written by great minds, which give us ready-made paths and ladders for life—whether through exploring libraries, hiking trails, learning programming, or even bodybuilding—to help us feel achievement and grow. By seeking out varied, often cheerful adventure tales that resonate with our curiosity cycle, we can slow down, pack a mental backpack, and view the world as an integrated whole. This self‑education involves repeatedly listening to stories that soothe and inspire us, allowing us to recognize when something feels off and cultivate wisdom—an intertwined sense of what has been inherited from others’ lives and what we create ourselves—so that we never start from scratch but from where those great beings have already begun.

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6/24/2023 ·

• 06:11 audio
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• 449 words

#1210: Integrity And Integration

• education
• schools
• students
• future
• ubi
• learning
• books

The post reflects on the wonder and simplicity of life while critiquing how education is often turned into a circus that fails to prevent problems; it argues that true learning begins with curiosity and becomes wisdom through constant transcendence, and proposes that a future where universal basic income (UBI) supports people’s daily needs would allow them to pursue books, adventures, and growth without hunger or homelessness—an ideal of perpetual rise and human magnificence.

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6/23/2023 ·

• 06:26 audio
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• 502 words

#1209: A Safer World

• nuclear war
• politics
• education
• books
• economics
• banking
• debit card
• world bank
• generation
• future

The author urges the current generation to end the cycle of confusion and conflict by embracing universal growth—through education, financial support, and a shared intellectual revolution—to secure a safer, wiser future free from nuclear threat.

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6/22/2023 ·

• 03:39 audio
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• 385 words

#1208: Music, Fitness, And Your Natural Jiggling Frequency

• running
• music
• tempo
• audacity
• audio-editing
• mp3
• high-intensity-training
• goldilocks-pace

The post explains that the “Goldilocks Pace” – a rhythm just right for your body – is key both for jogging and high‑intensity training; it can be achieved by syncing your music’s tempo with your own “jiggling frequency.” Because songs rarely match this exact pace, the author suggests using tools like Audacity (or an audio player’s speed feature) to adjust the tempo of your favorite tracks so they stay in sync with your movement. While adding weights doesn’t change this rhythm, maintaining the correct tempo gives you energy and endurance, helping you push past limits and reach fitness goals faster.

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6/21/2023 ·

• 05:23 audio
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• 515 words

#1207: Super Thick Woolen Socks; Or, Your Feet Don’t Have To Ache From Fatigue

• hiking
• socks
• woolen-socks
• winter-wear
• footwear
• athletics

The post celebrates thick woolen (or wool‑like) socks as essential gear for any outdoor activity—walking, hiking, camping, hunting, jogging or dancing—because they keep feet warm, reduce fatigue and blisters, and even help shoes fit better by adding cushioning. It cites long‑distance hikers who use such socks to stay comfortable, notes that neoprene belts work similarly for back warmth, and reminds readers to warm up before exercise so the body is prepared. Finally it encourages using these socks in winter, consulting a doctor if needed, and humorously credits a “royal society of warm people and silly sock puppets” for spreading the idea.