Profits or being good stewards of our incredible land? We can tell what some of the politicians in the House are going for.

My first ever trip out of the country and I discovered this amusing little gem while in Victoria, BC. Licorice pals? They look more like they belong in a cemetery or Skyrim. Naturally, I had to buy a bag!

I had the incredible privilege to interview @fjohnd4.bsky.social for this month's hero's study. He's the Democratic candidate for my districts House seat, and with the bullshit happening in D.C. these days, we need to get people who will hold everyone accountable! www.podbean.com/ea/pb-jaxqy-...

Libby found this on our walk today. She's leaving it with me, so I want to share luck with anyone who needs it. Hell, if you want it, have some luck! It'll help us get through this time of bigotry and uncertainty.

I can't recall a time when Billy Joel's We Didn't Start The Fire wormed its way into my brain so consistently than it has this second Trump presidency. 😮‍💨

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America needs to de-ice this winter.

Happy Wōdnesdæg! Odin humbly requests some nice belly rubs. All belly rubs are appreciated. 😁

Happy New Year. Though I expect this year to be as rough as last year, I hope we can all find time to rest like Odin here. Take care of yourselves, press into your community, and remember that you can't do everything, but you can do something.

I hope everyone is finding time this season to love and relax amidst the chaos of this year. You are loved and cherished. Here's Odin to warm your hearts. Love you and happy holidays, whatever you're celebrating.

I've never experienced more shame at being a white American man than to see such a blatant disregard for life while self-aggrandizing his own achievements. The true mettle of a person's legacy is what people say about us later, not blaring the horn for ourselves and building arches and ballrooms.

With another loss of life and the downplay from our wreck-in-chief, one thing has become clear to me: the only life he cares for is his own. Venezuelan lives don't matter. Trans lives don't matter. Black lives don't matter. The lives of his own people don't matter. It disgusts me beyond measure.

It was a privilege to interview Reverend Alba Onofrii for this month's hero study. We had a great conversation and I've had to be patient in sharing it. 😆 www.podbean.com/eas/pb-ubpnp...

Dusting off my resume after almost ten years. Still isn't any easier to write statements about how I'm a good fit for a position.

I was able to be creative today for a white elephant character exchange with my gaming group. It's freaking adorable!

It wasn't until yesterday that I realized I own too many games where I can, and do, say "I'm going to farm some souls."

I'm Thankful this year that I have to redo a playthrough of Aria of Sorrow because I missed one boss soul that I can't get in this first playthrough. Good thing I like the game and am willing to play from the beginning again! 🤪

I had the wonderful privilege of interviewing @bradleyonishi.bsky.social for this month's hero's study. He's an awesome guy with great insights and does incredible work. Check him out and listen to his story. www.podbean.com/ea/pb-9tpu2-...

Happy Wōdnesdæg! When was the last time you made a tent at home out of blankets and sheets? For Odin, it was last week. He didn't even ask for help! #pets #dogs #odinpup

Happy Wōdnesdæg. After a busy morning as autumn is in full, nothing beats a nap. It's also a great way to avoid Trump supporters and proselytizing strangers. Seriously. What brought out all the crazies on our walk today? Having someone yell, "Jesus bring you peace" sure didn't bring us peace.

Out of the 50 trick-or-treaters who came to our door tonight, no less than 5 were young Hispanic kids or teenagers in police or SWAT costumes. 😅

In today's episode, I talk about our beliefs and how they impact us. www.podbean.com/eas/pb-xrbnp...

My nervous system is shot and I'm so close to burnout, and the fire hose of political shit won't shut off. Thankfully I have time with friends this weekend to look forward to.

Is it possible that with the president demolishing an entire wing of the White House that this is the most damage the building has sustained since 1812? It's also a stark visual image of the destruction he's engaging in with Americans in general.

Hey @benjaminfaye.bsky.social! Would you be interested in being interviewed for my podcast? After hearing from Tori, I would love to feature you.

Happy Wōdnesdæg! Today was an exciting and fun day for Odin. He went for a walk first thing this morning and after work spent time making new friends at the dog park. Time to sleep it off until morning! #pets #dogs #Odin_pup

It's here! It's here! I'm so excited to have my hands on @skydawngames.com Phantasy Star TTRPG book! It'll be about 7 years before it's my turn to run a campaign, but when I do, the adventure will be based on Phantasy Star Online Episode 1! I may run a game or two at RadCon next year...

So proud of everyone who showed up for the No Kings protest today! Living in the Tri-Cities, a very red portion in Washington State, it was so nice to see so many people who see the injustices and abuse of power and speak out against it! Way to go Tri-Cities for the peaceful protest and free speech!

I am so thrilled to share my interview with @toriglass.bsky.social! She took my usual questions and put a refreshing twist on them. I hope you enjoy our conversation. www.podbean.com/eas/pb-txfgd...

What could make this week better than having an awesome interview with @toriglass.bsky.social? Celebrating my beautiful boy's second birthday!

It was great to find Aaron Mahnke's @lorepodcast.bsky.social Cabinet of Curiosity book in the wild and add it to my collection! Now there is more to enjoy thanks to his podcasts!

@horrorjoypod.bsky.social I saw this in a bookstore a couple of weeks ago and immediately thought of the podcast. Don't know if this is worth the read or not.

So many people say “I don’t want my tax money paying for other people’s stuff” as if someone else’s tax money isn’t paying for their stuff too. Heads up, rugged individualism is a white supremacist myth and you’re chasing a ghost. Our freedoms are tied together, y’all. And they always were.

This is the first time I have been physically sick thanks to a 4th of July celebration in over 20 years. My nervous system couldn't handle the fireworks, even with beloved friends.

Today I celebrate another year of marriage to this wonderful woman. She's a great partner, business partner, dog mom, and companion. I look forward to more memories of role playing, video gaming, and general creativity!

Happy Wōdnesdæg! He loves this ball and plays until he pants. It's his favorite thing these days. #pets #dogs #odinpup

If you're surviving, that's okay. We live in continually unprecedented times, with events that people of my generation have never had to live through. You can take care of the jumbled mess and it will take time. #mentalhealth #beahero

It's time for another hero study, and this month I had the privilege of speaking with my good friend Ben Gibson. We laugh, wrangle dogs, and have incredible conversations. #btcpod #beahero www.podbean.com/ea/pb-kuxin-...

Bad use of AI: Part 2. Tell me you don't understand what the Dark Side is without telling me you don't understand what the Dark Side is.

Bad use of AI: Part 1. I've not been a fan of AI and how it's destroying creatives and abusing their work. In terms of influential people using AI, I bet our president could have used his time for much better than this garbage.

Happy Wōdnesdæg! If you're in the north and the weather is warming up, be sure to take the time to enjoy the sun, touch some grass, or even sunbathe. This has become one of Odin's favorite spring activities. #pet #dog #odinpup

Happy Wōdnesdæg! Managing your energy is very important. Even a dog can get up too early and fall asleep in the middle of chewing his paw because he's also too tired to get one of his toys on the floor. 😅 #pets #dog #odinpup

I received some of the most encouraging words from my Dad today. With some family drama taking place, my Dad said of Libby and myself, "I wish more of our family was like you two. You're so relaxed and understanding. And don't fly into venomous emotional texting." #beahero

I needed something significantly more low key to record, so today I share about things I learned from my favorite TV show: Corner Gas. #beahero #btcpodcast www.podbean.com/eas/pb-fp7wv...

This is something I need to remember on a daily basis. I can do anything. I can do something. But I can't do everything. I can choose how and where to in est my efforts and feel content that I did something. #beahero #mentalhealth

Happy Wōdnesdæg! This was Odin first thing this morning. He was tired from a long day visiting Amma and Grandpa yesterday. He played hard and is sleeping even harder. #pets #dog #odinpup

This is something I prepared as a reminder for my partner, Libby, when she was in a mental health crisis in 2023. It's something I need to remember today with the caustic environment we live in now. #beahero

Today I talk about guilty pleasures and the nature of us tending to look at pleasure as guilty. Shout out to Rob Bell for opening my eyes to this idea and helping me explore it. #btcpod #beahero www.podbean.com/eas/pb-6jzzx...

Happy Wōdnesdæg! Odin is trying out for a new role in this house: gargoyle. What do you think? Did he pull it off?

It was a pleasure to interview my friend Dan (@propadanda.bsky.social) for this month's interview. It's a great interview, he has some great insights, and we share some laughs along the way. #btcpod #beahero www.podbean.com/ea/pb-a8dvt-...