We all have strength enough to endure the misfortunes of others.

- Francois de La Rochefoucauld

It's all happening!

Alas, I'm no longer broadcasting. 

I plan to release a podcast in the new year.

Still, you can listen to some episodes so far, click here for a podcast list

 

Also - I may yet stand for election on behalf of the Pirate Party, 

or at least help in a campaign in a nearby electorate. Stay tuned!

 

Life is like flying a helicopter. I don't know how to fly a helicopter ...

Other content

Gene Tunny, host of the "economics explored" was kind enough to interview me, on Pirate economics generally, and also Advertising and surveilance capitalism.

But, further, I've made a series of speeches on behalf of the Pirate Party  ( some go back a while):

There's a talk I gave on Intellectual Property, shines a light on issues today. And, check out more of our content on You Tube, and my past shows on Community Radio

Welcome to Permutations

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Modern Monetary Theory

I've been interested in economics for some time. I heard about Modern Monetary Theory (MMT) recently. Much as I challenge numerous elements of "mainstream" economics, Modern Monetary Theory that just didn't ring true.

Review of Tim Hollo's Book Living Democracy
A review of the book "Living Democracy" by Tim Hollo. It is a work rich in detail, but is wrong in places and biased in others.
Jordan Peterson - A left anarchic crititique
Jordan Peterson is a professor of Psychology at the University of Toronto. A controversial figure, he has attracted much attention and criticism. Missing, however, is a critique from a left anarchic viewpoint - both Prof. Peterson and his critics have a blind spot here. I wrote this article to fill that hole.
The 2019 NSW Election - and Development in Ryde
Trying to make sense of the controversy over development in Ryde - and the upcoming election.
Turnbull and Abbott - Watching in Morbid Fascination

If you can get past the emotions you might feel, the history of Abbott and Turnbull - and the lies, half-truths and distortions can be fascinating to behold. It shines a spotlight on how ideas are developed and debated ...