Two and a half years ago, I came away from Kinference 2023 disappointed that more of my peers weren’t as put off as I was by the current state of tech’s dominant preoccupations. My experience wasn’t much different this time, except that in the intervening years, Web3 enthusiasm has fashionably given way to AI enthusiasm. This isn’t to say all the speakers were doing PR for LLMs, and among those intermittently expressing guarded misgivings, Frank… See more →

As I mentioned in my 2022 year in review, I’ve developed a new habit over the past year as part of my creative practice—something I call a “field day.” Ideally at least twice a month or so, I’ll get out of the house for the day and absorb things in the outside world. It most often takes the form of visiting museums, galleries, and cinemas, but virtually any activity qualifies, as long as I’m out… See more →

I’m supposed to be en route to @OIAF_Animation right now, but had to cancel my trip last-minute. I’ve been sulking about it all day, but reading about draftees fleeing Russia really puts my stuck-at-home troubles in perspective. nytimes.com/2022/09/22/wor…

commercial air travel is safe and yet every time i’m like who do we think we are taking to the skies

No biggie, just hangin’ with Hot Mess, your 2022 @usairguitar champion!

Hey, Portland! Please join me on Saturday at @DantesLive where I will be judging the 2022 @usairguitar National Finals. I have a free ticket for the first person who hits me up! ticketweb.com/event/us-air-g…

I’m beyond honored to take 2nd place to the unstoppable @flying_finn, who finally clinched a well-deserved @usairguitar title after 15 years in the game!

Chicago! I am getting on a plane for the first time since 2019 to play air guitar for you on Saturday. Come say hi! ticketweb.com/event/us-air-g…