Philosophy

It’s time for celebrity teachers?

In the US we have celebrity trainers, celebrity cooks, athletes, song writers, scientists, CEOs, politicians, zoo keepers, mechanics, comedians, and ballon-boy. But where are the celebrity teachers? When a preacher is really good they build a mega-church and broadcast…

Deadline to register to vote is today (in Texas)!

I know a lot of you don’t live in Texas but many of you do and others are in states with similar deadlines. I just wanted to send out a reminder to make sure you are registered to vote in the November presidential election.

Justification of Ockham’s Razor as a principle of reasoning

Scientists use the principle of Ockham’s Razor as their guide. Ockham’s Razor states that when there are multiple consistent theories are being considered, the choice should be the simplest one. Simple theories have an…

Science Question: If the universe is expanding at an accelerating pace — is gravity’s effect on time the culprit?

I have been watching the debate about dark energy as a possible explanation of what is causing the universe to expand faster and faster…

Where were you during the internet gold rush?

I have a birthday that falls within days of the new year. This means I get hit with 2 wake-up calls at once. Another year to look back and reflect on then WHAM! I’m another year older.

V is for Vader — Rewriting the Star Wars Prequels

Qoute of the Day

“In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock.” — Thomas Jefferson

End User Agreements — Stealing customer rights with a sneak attack in the fine print