Chances are, you’ve never accidentally scrolled past child porn on your Facebook or Twitter feed, or cued up an innocuous-looking YouTube video only to find a clip of a beheading. For that, you have tens of thousands of poorly-paid contract workers to thank. The Laborers Who Keep Dick Pics and Beheadings Out of Your Facebook Feed | WIRED Inside the …
McDonald’s Is Still Cheap. Why Do People Hate It?
As sales and profits have crumbled at McDonald’s recently, some observers have blamed low-income Americans, saying they must not be able to afford Big Macs any more. But that’s wrong. If anything, Big Macs have gotten more affordable lately. The real problem is that the iconic chain needs to win back its true base: middle-class Americans looking for a cheap, …
Never Give Up, The Tides Are Turning – The Richard Fowler Moment
In this week’s Richard Fowler Moment, Richard talks about determination. These Patrons make the Fowler Show possible ($20+ monthly donation on Patreon.com/FowlerShow) & we couldn’t do it without them! Truthservers.com Are you a fan of The Fowler Show? Become a Patron & help support independent media! Learn more here: http://www.patreon.com/fowlershow Want to help out but don’t have any money …
Where Does The Vatican Stand On LGBT Issues?
In a dramatic shift in tone, a Vatican document said on Monday that homosexuals had “gifts and qualities to offer” and asked if Catholicism could accept gays and recognize positive aspects of same-sex couples. The document, prepared after a week of discussions at an assembly of 200 bishops on the family, said the Church should challenge itself to find “a …
Avoid Losing Stuff In Hotel Rooms With This Trick
The unfamiliar environment of a hotel room makes it easy to misplace important stuff like your keys, wallet, or phone. Keep it all organized by laying a washcloth on a table or counter and make a habit of placing all important items in this one spot. In a recent interview, Daniel Levitin, author of The Organized Mind, explains how this …
Find A Devil’s Advocate To Argue Against Your Ideas Early
Anyone who’s watched an episode of House knows the value of constructively poking holes in an idea. When you have an idea for a project, find someone who’s willing to argue against it early on to refine it. As writer Todd Henry explains, the role of the devil’s advocate exists for a reason: by choosing an opposing viewpoint and asking …
A Pizza Recipe From Richard Fowler
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