Category: Diary
In 1776 They Had No Mounjaro and Still Managed to Overthrow an Empire
In 1776 They Threw Tea Into the Harbour and Now They Are Bombing Iran Via Podcast
End of September Reflection – 2025-09-26
Looking back on today, I can’t believe September is almost over. This month has been absolutely wild, even by 2025 standards. This morning, I woke …
Nigeria, Tourism, and Tariff Mania – 2025-09-23
Today, something unexpected happened Actually, that’s a lie. Everything was entirely predictable, which is somehow worse. This morning, I woke up thinking about Africa, which …
Socialism, Shutdowns, and Sydney Sweeney – 2025-09-19
It’s been one of those days when the news is so ridiculous that satire feels redundant. This morning, I woke up thinking about weaponizing socialism, …
Federal Enlightenment and Presidential Interviews – 2025-09-16
Looking back on today, I can’t believe I get paid to write about federal workers achieving enlightenment. Like, that’s a real headline we’re publishing. Someone …
Trains, Capitalism, and Other Disasters – 2025-09-12
Today’s experience reminded me of why I wanted to be a writer in the first place: to make sense of things that don’t make sense. …
Michigan Pumpkins and International Relations – 2025-09-09
It’s been one of those days when nothing makes sense before coffee, and everything makes even less sense after coffee. This afternoon brought a surprising …
The ICE Loyalty Program Madness – 2025-09-05
Today, something unexpected happened Actually, no. Nothing unexpected happens anymore. Everything is expected at this point, which is the most unexpected thing of all. This …
First Day of September Chaos – 2025-09-01
This morning, I woke up thinking about how September always feels like a fresh start, even when you’re not in school anymore. But working at …