Opinions are different from conclusions
“It’s just my opinion.” Sometimes when a person is contradicted or disagreed with, they will defend their statement by saying, “It’s just...
OK Boomer, or an Okay Boomer
We were discussing demographics and generational differences and similarities in my advertising class. One student asked, Has anyone said...
Why are there so many science fiction worlds where people wear unisex jumpsuits?
I’ve wondered why the inhabitants of alien worlds in Star Trek and some other science fiction are depicted all wearing some kind of...
Conversations and Courtesy
Talking with people with whom we disagree is essential to a civil and viable society. However, social media are poor forums for...
In honor of Father's Day
My father Leigh Radding lived during the Great Depression, served in WWII, was a jazz drummer, and a gentleman. While serving he drummed...