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Future Tech Chat #25: Social Media in Crisis
We went topical this week on +Future Chat, discussing how social media can be used and mis-used in crisis. Between protests, emergencies, and natural disasters, there are innumerable reasons social media can be an incredible way to connect people when they need it most.Future Tech Chat #25: Social Media in Crisis!function(a){var b=”embedly-platform”,c=”script”;if(!a.getElementById(b)){var d=a.createElement(c);d.id=b,d.src=(“https:”===document.location.protocol?”https”:”http”)+”://cdn.embedly.com/widgets/platform.js”;var e=document.getElementsByTagName(c)[0];e.parentNode.insertBefore(d,e)}}(document);
Ottawhat #23: Rob Parungao
Check out this week’s episode of the Ottawhat? podcast. New every Thursday! This week on Ottawhat?, we met with Rob Parungao. He shared his experiences in Ottawa, talked to us about some of the on-going projects he’s working on in the city, and told us about some great date ideas for couples in Ottawa. Ottawhat…
Attrell Update – Canada
This week on +Attrell Update, I share some of my thoughts about yesterday’s attack. The scene in Ottawa was very calm and a solemn version of normal. I love this country. I took a lot of time to reflect and really think hard about what I wanted to say and show you. You’ll notice my video on Canada…
Fake It Show #4: Interview with a Maddox
I had +Nick Maddox in the Fake It studios this week, to talk about his big move from Ontario and grad school, to Alberta and technical college. We also discussed the keys to successful relationships.Fake it Show #4: Interview with a Maddox!function(a){var b=”embedly-platform”,c=”script”;if(!a.getElementById(b)){var d=a.createElement(c);d.id=b,d.src=(“https:”===document.location.protocol?”https”:”http”)+”://cdn.embedly.com/widgets/platform.js”;var e=document.getElementsByTagName(c)[0];e.parentNode.insertBefore(d,e)}}(document);
An Open Letter to Canadian Internet Service Providers
Dear Internet Service Providers (ISPs), I’m going to attempt to remain as calm as possible throughout this letter, but honestly we’ve all had enough of your ridiculous policies and price gouging. I’ve written and talked about this problem many times before, and 5+ years of crazy and punitive changes to your wireless and home internet…
Attrell Update – Lying
This week on +Attrell Update, I discuss lying in our culture, and how important the truth is to me. It’s very important to be honest, and to be true to yourself. If you want to keep up with these videos, click on the “i” in the top right of the video and subscribe! Earlier this week, +Stephanie…
Future Sci Chat #10: Health
On +Future Chat this week, we went all in on health. Things like homeopathy, vitamin supplements, and extra strength medicine are all on the docket for discussion. We also talked about death in the aftershow, which was a very interesting discussion. Next week, we will be taking a little break, so tune in on October 25th for…
Generation Why? (Part 3)
In Part 1 and Part 2 of this story, I talk about my journey from post-secondary education to getting started with trying to make a career. This is Part 3. As I talked about earlier this week, I am a huge believer in the concept of basic income. This is the idea that everybody in a given…
Ask Rob #2: Ebola
This week on Ask Rob I address a question from Maureen about Ebola. It’s a scary disease that’s having its biggest outbreak ever this year. Here are some links where you can check out more information: http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs103/en/ http://www.cdc.gov/vhf/ebola/ http://www.doctorswithoutborders.org/our-work/medical-issues/ebola http://www.vox.com/2014/10/9/6905347/too-afraid-to-ask-about-ebola-virus-outbreak-symptoms Keep your questions coming at [email protected] or click Ask Me Something on this blog to…