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Shape Rotator Fallacies
The distinction between telling and showing, especially when applied to creative endeavors like painting or music, might indeed appear subtle, but it holds a significant impact on the way audiences engage with and perceive the art form. While both methods involve communication, they evoke distinct emotional responses and immersive experiences. When you “tell” in art,…
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Software’s Zeno Paradox
The notion that software represents not the final frontier but a Zeno-type paradox introduces a fascinating perspective on the evolving landscape of technology and human innovation. This comparison draws parallels between the ever-advancing frontier of software development and the paradoxical nature of Zeno’s famous paradoxes, which challenge our intuitive understanding of motion and change. By…
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Sci-fi Dark Age
The contemporary landscape of science fiction literature is marked by a complex interplay of ideologies and mindsets that often results in narratives oscillating between being perceived as either too neoliberal or too antineoliberal. This dichotomy reflects the broader spectrum of political, social, and economic ideologies that shape our world today. As the genre grapples with…
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The Dance of Creation: Exploring Improvisation, Inspiration, and Dissolution of Self in Artistic Expression
In the realm of artistic expression, improvisation serves as a captivating dance between the conscious mind and the boundless realms of creativity. It is an artistic practice that can be found in various disciplines, including music, theater, visual arts, and beyond. Improvisation, often spontaneous and unscripted, offers a unique avenue for creators to delve into…
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Caesar’s Struggle
The history of ancient Rome is marked by a series of transformative events that shaped its destiny. Among these pivotal moments, Julius Caesar’s struggle to evade prosecution stands out as a period of intense political and social upheaval. This tumultuous span, spanning from 49 to his assassination in 44, saw the Roman Republic face challenges…
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Specialization in Sci-Fi
Introduction: Science fiction (sci-fi) literature has long captivated readers with its ability to explore imaginative worlds, question the boundaries of human existence, and engage in speculative social commentary. However, a critical examination of the genre reveals a landscape that is sometimes dominated by a binary of neoliberal and antineoliberal themes, often coupled with cliché existential…
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Sci-Fi EU Race to the Bottom
Sci-Fi Rationalism vs. Mysticism: A Dead End for the Genre https://warpcast.com/bravojohnson/0x6ecbca Science fiction literature has held a profound place in the realm of imagination, exploring the frontiers of human thought and technological advancement. The works of authors like the Strugatsky brothers and Stanislaw Lem have paved the way for innovative narratives that challenge conventional perspectives.…
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Inelegant Futures
In likelier futures, where the trajectory of events bends not toward grandiose spectacle but toward the mundane grind, the intricate mechanisms that drive history reveal themselves as stupefying in their banality. Imagine, if you will, the vast, teeming complexities of bureaucratic machinery grinding away in some fluorescent-lit, windowless office in the bowels of a faceless…
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Zirp Conservatives
Indeed, the term “zirp conservative” represents a contradiction in economic and political ideology. “ZIRP” stands for “Zero Interest Rate Policy,” a monetary policy approach where the central bank sets its policy interest rate at or near zero, aiming to stimulate economic growth and support borrowing and investment. On the other hand, “conservative” typically refers to…
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Tech/Hollywood Confidential
Hollywood: The potential reduction in the value of labor is limitless, while the scope for expanding copyright is boundless. Tech: Omg, secret invasion disney+ intro is public domain! Hollywood: 😀😐😬🫣😦☹️😱 the datasets are based on copywritten stuff we own Tech: 🤷A dataset just fell off a truck https://warpcast.com/bravojohnson/0x92019b <> Tech: “Rich Men North of Richmond”🎶🎼🎵we’ve…
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