Brad VanSickle
@anarchybrownies.bsky.social
Failed bookstore owner, hater of the attention economy, lover of reading and basketball.
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Infinite scroll driven by engagement algorithms was a mistake on a civilizational scale.
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A thing I learned about Legolas is that he’s 2000 years old when Lord of the Rings starts which makes him seem pretty stupid all things considered. Like he learned how a bow and arrow works and that was about it for 1800 years.
January 27, 2026 at 3:22 AM
A thing I learned about Legolas is that he’s 2000 years old when Lord of the Rings starts which makes him seem pretty stupid all things considered. Like he learned how a bow and arrow works and that was about it for 1800 years.
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"The question is how unhappy do you have to be in the present as you struggle to figure out how to solve the problems in the world? The answer in almost every case is that you don't have to be unhappy at all."
"The question is how unhappy do you have to be in the present as you struggle to figure out how to solve the problems in the world? The answer in almost every case is that you don't have to be unhappy at all."
Sam Harris: Breaking the spell of propaganda | Full Interview
YouTube video by Big Think
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January 26, 2026 at 6:38 PM
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"The question is how unhappy do you have to be in the present as you struggle to figure out how to solve the problems in the world? The answer in almost every case is that you don't have to be unhappy at all."
"The question is how unhappy do you have to be in the present as you struggle to figure out how to solve the problems in the world? The answer in almost every case is that you don't have to be unhappy at all."
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was going to do it today but the hot dog costume is still in the mail
NEWS: Bari Weiss will hold an all-hands meeting to discuss the future of CBS News tomorrow, per note that just went out to employees.
January 26, 2026 at 3:13 PM
was going to do it today but the hot dog costume is still in the mail
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It feels weird to post this with everything going on. But--in case it brings a moment of joy or distraction: I got a dog
January 26, 2026 at 3:07 AM
It feels weird to post this with everything going on. But--in case it brings a moment of joy or distraction: I got a dog
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Immanuel Quickley was shooting 34.6% from 3-point range at the start of this road trip. He's now up to 36.8% after the trip, inching closer to his 37.3 career mark. He went 16-for-26 over the last 4 games.
January 26, 2026 at 2:44 AM
Immanuel Quickley was shooting 34.6% from 3-point range at the start of this road trip. He's now up to 36.8% after the trip, inching closer to his 37.3 career mark. He went 16-for-26 over the last 4 games.
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One of my favourites. Kurt Vonnegut on the shapes of stories. I frequently consider the shape of the story as a starting point for analyzing what I've read or for writing my own stories.
#BookSky
One of my favourites. Kurt Vonnegut on the shapes of stories. I frequently consider the shape of the story as a starting point for analyzing what I've read or for writing my own stories.
#BookSky
Kurt Vonnegut on the Shapes of Stories
YouTube video by David Comberg
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January 25, 2026 at 6:04 PM
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One of my favourites. Kurt Vonnegut on the shapes of stories. I frequently consider the shape of the story as a starting point for analyzing what I've read or for writing my own stories.
#BookSky
One of my favourites. Kurt Vonnegut on the shapes of stories. I frequently consider the shape of the story as a starting point for analyzing what I've read or for writing my own stories.
#BookSky
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Gangsters of Capitalism, Chapter 17: America, p. 325-326
January 24, 2026 at 9:54 PM
Gangsters of Capitalism, Chapter 17: America, p. 325-326
I'd like to have a clearer understanding of Bluesky's plan for financial viability. Without a subscription plan, I can't help but think that the party will come to an end with advertisements and engagement algorithms the same as every other platform.
January 23, 2026 at 3:50 PM
I'd like to have a clearer understanding of Bluesky's plan for financial viability. Without a subscription plan, I can't help but think that the party will come to an end with advertisements and engagement algorithms the same as every other platform.
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Air Force One (1997)
January 21, 2026 at 5:41 AM
Air Force One (1997)
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wow just woke up from a nap, i guess everyone else on Air Force One realized we aren't going to the right place
January 21, 2026 at 5:11 AM
wow just woke up from a nap, i guess everyone else on Air Force One realized we aren't going to the right place
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Smdh there's a pool on air force 1 now, your tax dollars at work folks
January 21, 2026 at 5:34 AM
Smdh there's a pool on air force 1 now, your tax dollars at work folks
Europe and the west coast think they're so cool because they get to be awake when it's confirmed It Happened.
January 21, 2026 at 5:40 AM
Europe and the west coast think they're so cool because they get to be awake when it's confirmed It Happened.
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I love it when we all stay up late having fun together in our jammies with our little snacks
January 21, 2026 at 5:07 AM
I love it when we all stay up late having fun together in our jammies with our little snacks
I think the bus story is the first time since like 2011-2013 I've felt a truly collective, cultural online experience happening in real time that wasn't political. Reminds me of when Twitter was a healthier and more vibrant community.
January 21, 2026 at 4:41 AM
I think the bus story is the first time since like 2011-2013 I've felt a truly collective, cultural online experience happening in real time that wasn't political. Reminds me of when Twitter was a healthier and more vibrant community.
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I didn’t know that bus driver was also a pilot
INBOX: Air Force One (tail number 29000), which was carrying President Trump from Washington, D.C. to Davos, Switzerland, appears to be turning back. (h/t @PollTracker2024/X)
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January 21, 2026 at 3:49 AM
I didn’t know that bus driver was also a pilot
January 21, 2026 at 1:54 AM
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I just woke up from a nap and somehow while I was asleep, everyone on the bus has figured out we are not going to the right place
January 20, 2026 at 1:57 AM
I just woke up from a nap and somehow while I was asleep, everyone on the bus has figured out we are not going to the right place
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BIG FIGHT AT POLAND’S WROCLAW ZOO!!!
January 9, 2026 at 8:02 PM
BIG FIGHT AT POLAND’S WROCLAW ZOO!!!
Officer who is apparently afraid of being run over is leaning forward towards the vehicle to get an accurate shot through the windshield. First shot has just gone off here.
Because when I want to avoid being struck by heavy machinery, I #LeanIn .
Because when I want to avoid being struck by heavy machinery, I #LeanIn .
January 7, 2026 at 7:43 PM
Officer who is apparently afraid of being run over is leaning forward towards the vehicle to get an accurate shot through the windshield. First shot has just gone off here.
Because when I want to avoid being struck by heavy machinery, I #LeanIn .
Because when I want to avoid being struck by heavy machinery, I #LeanIn .
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amazing how the entire machine can pivot within 24 hours. no need to slowly upsell the argument; just issue new marching orders
January 5, 2026 at 6:50 AM
amazing how the entire machine can pivot within 24 hours. no need to slowly upsell the argument; just issue new marching orders
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When people argue that renewable energy sources are too expensive, remember that we don’t invade countries to seize wind farms and there are no solar cartels. Fossil fuels have enormous geopolitical, public health, and climate externalities.
January 3, 2026 at 8:40 PM
When people argue that renewable energy sources are too expensive, remember that we don’t invade countries to seize wind farms and there are no solar cartels. Fossil fuels have enormous geopolitical, public health, and climate externalities.
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if what I did was a "war crime" then how come I'm not in trouble
December 1, 2025 at 8:32 PM
if what I did was a "war crime" then how come I'm not in trouble
Quite happy with my reading year! It's been a few years since I've been able to read this much. Stress and life events can get in the way but it's nice to be back on track.
#BookSky
#BookSky
January 1, 2026 at 12:53 AM
Quite happy with my reading year! It's been a few years since I've been able to read this much. Stress and life events can get in the way but it's nice to be back on track.
#BookSky
#BookSky