Online Vs Print
Essay on the values of web publishing over printed media relating to marketing.
The Price of Learning: Gradecard Dilemma
There is a paradox concerning a parent's push for good grades. The kids don't care about learning.
The Big Insurance Scam
A scathing reaction to the realities of the insurance industry and the insurance scam that makes the entire American public a victim.
The Mask of Rogue 7: Chapter 2
Chapter 2 in the Mask of Rogue 7 science fiction series.
MisCon 25
My Adventure with Onkel Sven.
I traveled to Missoula, Montana with John Dalmas to participate in MisCon 25. I met several interesting characters including William Warren Jr, James Burk, Jim Glass and others.
My failed faith
The evolution of Shawn Olson's views on faith, religion and ethics.
Information Overload
An Over-Abundance of Information in the Information Age
An essay on the trends on the Internet that cause an explosion of information that is often antithetical to the ideals of democracy and progress. This essay cautions parents, teachers and community leaders to be wary of every emerging media outlet.
A Call for Reason
An essay rebutting infantile attitudes of the anti-science movement.
Ban the Plan-O-Gram
Humorous call for the downfall of the Plan-O-Gram.
Return to Norton Middle School
Short essay recounting a day I spent at Norton Middle School with Gary Sigrist.