Alex Swann
@swannsky.bsky.social
Toronto - Research & Communications Consultant
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The international chaos caused and exploited by Donald Trump can be dizzying. But look at how America is now engaging with the world, and some clear patterns emerge. www.bugeyedandshameless.com/p/read-the-d...
"Read the Donroe Doctrine To Them"
The thing about hegemony is that it, unfortunately, works. And it crushes real democracy along the way.
www.bugeyedandshameless.com
January 16, 2026 at 6:08 PM
The international chaos caused and exploited by Donald Trump can be dizzying. But look at how America is now engaging with the world, and some clear patterns emerge. www.bugeyedandshameless.com/p/read-the-d...
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For 25 of the 30 teams MLB is now just a giant outdoor hotdog restaurant.
January 16, 2026 at 1:48 PM
For 25 of the 30 teams MLB is now just a giant outdoor hotdog restaurant.
...the biggest Canadian TV production breakthrough in the US market since either a) Schitt's Creek, b) SCTV or c) ever?
If ‘Heated Rivalry’ has left you wanting more hunks on ice, then check out ‘Shoresy,’ the hilarious Canadian hockey comedy also directed by Jacob Tierney.
Cool Down From Heated Rivalry With This Hockey Comedy
If ‘Heated Rivalry’ has left you wanting more hunks on ice, then check out ‘Shoresy,’ the hilarious Canadian hockey comedy also directed by Jacob Tierney.
www.vulture.com
January 15, 2026 at 12:37 AM
...the biggest Canadian TV production breakthrough in the US market since either a) Schitt's Creek, b) SCTV or c) ever?
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Gallup shows record numbers of millennial and Gen-Z voters identify as independents. They’re not pining for moderation; they’re disaffected from the system.
A Majority of Young Voters Now Reject Both Parties
Gallup shows record numbers of millennial and Gen-Z voters identify as independents. They’re not pining for moderation; they’re disaffected from the system.
nymag.com
January 12, 2026 at 6:55 PM
Gallup shows record numbers of millennial and Gen-Z voters identify as independents. They’re not pining for moderation; they’re disaffected from the system.
This is the biggest Canadian TV production breakthrough in the US market since either a) Schitt's Creek, b) SCTV or c) ever?
The Onion’s Exclusive Interview With The Stars Of ‘Heated Rivalry’ https://theonion.com/the-onions-exclusive-interview-with-the-stars-of-heated-rivalry/
January 15, 2026 at 12:33 AM
This is the biggest Canadian TV production breakthrough in the US market since either a) Schitt's Creek, b) SCTV or c) ever?
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Malaysia Airlines is resuming its search for Flight MH370, a plane that disappeared without trace in 2014. During their mission they have mapped large swathes of the ocean floor.
Our interactive project explains the challenges of charting the seabed
Our interactive project explains the challenges of charting the seabed
The quest to chart the sea
This map reveals what scientists care about—and what armed forces don’t want to share
econ.st
January 14, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Malaysia Airlines is resuming its search for Flight MH370, a plane that disappeared without trace in 2014. During their mission they have mapped large swathes of the ocean floor.
Our interactive project explains the challenges of charting the seabed
Our interactive project explains the challenges of charting the seabed
Pharmacists and veterans and nurses
Honesty and Ethics Ratings: Partisans Diverge Most on High School Teachers, Police, Journalists, Union Leaders.
(Gallup)
More, via Opinion Today:
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(Gallup)
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January 13, 2026 at 12:57 AM
Pharmacists and veterans and nurses
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“The threat of criminal charges is a consequence of the Federal Reserve setting interest rates based on our best assessment of what will serve the public, rather than following the preferences of the president,” Powell said.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said the US central bank had been served grand jury subpoenas from the Justice Department threatening a criminal indictment, a dramatic escalation of the Trump administration’s attacks on the Fed.
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
Fed Served With DOJ Subpoenas, Powell Vows to Stand Firm
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said the US central bank had been served grand jury subpoenas from the Justice Department threatening a criminal indictment, a dramatic escalation of the Trump admi...
www.bloomberg.com
January 12, 2026 at 3:02 AM
“The threat of criminal charges is a consequence of the Federal Reserve setting interest rates based on our best assessment of what will serve the public, rather than following the preferences of the president,” Powell said.
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Video message from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KckG...
www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/s...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KckG...
www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/s...
Statement by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell
YouTube video by Federal Reserve
www.youtube.com
January 12, 2026 at 12:35 AM
Video message from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KckG...
www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/s...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KckG...
www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/s...
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This is not only classic strongman shit, but *idiotic* strongman shit. Destroying the reputation of the world’s most important central bank by politically hijacking it is a recipe for financial and economic disaster
Wow, talk about unprecedented.
The Fed Chairman makes official statement that the President is using criminal charges to threaten him over monetary policy.
The Fed Chairman makes official statement that the President is using criminal charges to threaten him over monetary policy.
Video message from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KckG...
www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/s...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=KckG...
www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/s...
January 12, 2026 at 12:58 AM
This is not only classic strongman shit, but *idiotic* strongman shit. Destroying the reputation of the world’s most important central bank by politically hijacking it is a recipe for financial and economic disaster
Called it
January 11, 2026 at 9:07 PM
Called it
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Holy crap here it is! www.youtube.com/watch?v=lmm5...
CFNY: The Spirit of Radio | TVO Docs
YouTube video by TVO Docs
www.youtube.com
January 6, 2026 at 3:41 PM
Holy crap here it is! www.youtube.com/watch?v=lmm5...
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Don’t cry for millennials or Gen Z. Save your pity for those in their 50s
Why Gen X is the real loser generation
Don’t cry for millennials or Gen Z. Save your pity for those in their 50s
econ.st
January 1, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Don’t cry for millennials or Gen Z. Save your pity for those in their 50s
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I’m so glad to see local installation artist, multiples maker and all round Bloordale booster hit a goldmine with the Museum of Bad Gifts.
Go and see it at Northern Contemporary Gallery at 420 Roncesvalles until Jan 4th from 12-6 (except New Year’s Day).
Go and see it at Northern Contemporary Gallery at 420 Roncesvalles until Jan 4th from 12-6 (except New Year’s Day).
Global came back yesterday, after their fun first visit to the museum last year during our inaugural show. The museum is closed today but will be open again tomorrow. globalnews.ca/video/115928...
‘Museum of Bad Gifts’ returns to Toronto | Watch News Videos Online
Watch ‘Museum of Bad Gifts’ returns to Toronto Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca
globalnews.ca
December 30, 2025 at 1:04 PM
I’m so glad to see local installation artist, multiples maker and all round Bloordale booster hit a goldmine with the Museum of Bad Gifts.
Go and see it at Northern Contemporary Gallery at 420 Roncesvalles until Jan 4th from 12-6 (except New Year’s Day).
Go and see it at Northern Contemporary Gallery at 420 Roncesvalles until Jan 4th from 12-6 (except New Year’s Day).
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From @theathletic.com: Photos of Carlie Irsay-Gordon wearing a headset, notebook in hand, started going viral over the summer.
The co-owner of the Indianapolis Colts is younger than her peers, with her own distinctive vision of how an NFL owner can lead.
The co-owner of the Indianapolis Colts is younger than her peers, with her own distinctive vision of how an NFL owner can lead.
All eyes are on the NFL’s most atypical owner. Where will her curiosity lead her next?
Carlie Irsay-Gordon is younger than her peers, with her own distinctive vision of how an NFL owner can lead. It is about to be tested.
nyti.ms
December 30, 2025 at 3:30 PM
From @theathletic.com: Photos of Carlie Irsay-Gordon wearing a headset, notebook in hand, started going viral over the summer.
The co-owner of the Indianapolis Colts is younger than her peers, with her own distinctive vision of how an NFL owner can lead.
The co-owner of the Indianapolis Colts is younger than her peers, with her own distinctive vision of how an NFL owner can lead.
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"‘It’s surreal’: US sanctions lock Intl Criminal Court judge out of daily life. Canadian judge Kimberly Prost is unable to use credit cards or access everyday services (Uber, Alexa, Ticketmaster...) in what she calls an attack on the independence of the judiciary." www.irishtimes.com/world/us/202...
‘It’s surreal’: US sanctions lock International Criminal Court judge out of daily life
Canadian judge Kimberly Prost is unable to use credit cards, transfer money or book everyday services in what she calls an attack on the independence of the judiciary
www.irishtimes.com
December 13, 2025 at 2:18 PM
"‘It’s surreal’: US sanctions lock Intl Criminal Court judge out of daily life. Canadian judge Kimberly Prost is unable to use credit cards or access everyday services (Uber, Alexa, Ticketmaster...) in what she calls an attack on the independence of the judiciary." www.irishtimes.com/world/us/202...
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When do Americans think children should stop believing in Santa, if ever?
(YouGov)
More, via Opinion Today:
opiniontoday.substack.com/p/251211
(YouGov)
More, via Opinion Today:
opiniontoday.substack.com/p/251211
December 15, 2025 at 12:45 AM
When do Americans think children should stop believing in Santa, if ever?
(YouGov)
More, via Opinion Today:
opiniontoday.substack.com/p/251211
(YouGov)
More, via Opinion Today:
opiniontoday.substack.com/p/251211
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Younger Americans are less likely than others to support an active role for the U.S. in world affairs.
(Pew Research Center)
More, via Opinion Today:
opiniontoday.substack.com/p/251223
(Pew Research Center)
More, via Opinion Today:
opiniontoday.substack.com/p/251223
December 24, 2025 at 12:31 AM
Younger Americans are less likely than others to support an active role for the U.S. in world affairs.
(Pew Research Center)
More, via Opinion Today:
opiniontoday.substack.com/p/251223
(Pew Research Center)
More, via Opinion Today:
opiniontoday.substack.com/p/251223
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Pluralities in Germany and France — and a majority of Canadians — say the U.S. is a negative force globally.
(Politico-Public First poll)
More, via Opinion Today:
opiniontoday.substack.com/p/251223
(Politico-Public First poll)
More, via Opinion Today:
opiniontoday.substack.com/p/251223
December 24, 2025 at 12:25 AM
Pluralities in Germany and France — and a majority of Canadians — say the U.S. is a negative force globally.
(Politico-Public First poll)
More, via Opinion Today:
opiniontoday.substack.com/p/251223
(Politico-Public First poll)
More, via Opinion Today:
opiniontoday.substack.com/p/251223
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A chatbot offers personalised counsel on faith
The race for an AI Jesus is on
A chatbot offers personalised counsel on faith
econ.st
December 16, 2025 at 5:30 PM
A chatbot offers personalised counsel on faith
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YouTube is not only widely used, but it’s also the platform the most teens visit on a daily basis. Roughly three-quarters of teens say they use it every day.
December 16, 2025 at 5:30 PM
YouTube is not only widely used, but it’s also the platform the most teens visit on a daily basis. Roughly three-quarters of teens say they use it every day.
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god bless rob reiner for spinal tap
December 15, 2025 at 3:43 AM
god bless rob reiner for spinal tap
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If the colts make a hallmark movie like the bills did, this will be the story. The colts owner dies, single girl takes over and then asks the ex QB she had a crush on to come back and save the season, the town, and maybe her heart.
December 9, 2025 at 7:41 PM
If the colts make a hallmark movie like the bills did, this will be the story. The colts owner dies, single girl takes over and then asks the ex QB she had a crush on to come back and save the season, the town, and maybe her heart.