Brian Richardson
@siliconchef.bsky.social
Professional nerd, video producer, homebound world traveler. As seen on @DragonConTV. NerdSteading on YouTube & siliconchef on🐦 & 🐘.
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Brian Richardson
@siliconchef.bsky.social
· Nov 18
Coming Tuesday... a technology history lesson and future cautionary tale from yours truly, recorded live at Dragon Con... youtu.be/wib8FBoQ93E #y2k #y2k38
My Nerd Nite talk on lessons from fixing Y2K and how it might get a sequel, part of the 2025 @dragoncon.org Science Track (@dconscitrack.bsky.social), is now available on YouTube. A slightly updated version is also coming soon to @nerdnitepdx.bsky.social... more on that later.
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The issue isn't whether "Melania" is a good movie or a bad one. It's that one of the richest men in America, with business interests affected by public policy, gave the President's family $75 million to make it. Like that's somehow legal.
January 30, 2026 at 7:39 AM
The issue isn't whether "Melania" is a good movie or a bad one. It's that one of the richest men in America, with business interests affected by public policy, gave the President's family $75 million to make it. Like that's somehow legal.
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Don was taken into custody by federal agents last night in Los Angeles.
January 30, 2026 at 12:58 PM
Don was taken into custody by federal agents last night in Los Angeles.
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interested to learn what “at my direction” means because it sounds like “without a warrant”
January 30, 2026 at 2:44 PM
interested to learn what “at my direction” means because it sounds like “without a warrant”
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you can’t fly without going through tsa so this is effectively putting her on a no-fly list yes? they’re putting people on no-fly lists for participating in ICE watch?
January 30, 2026 at 5:07 PM
you can’t fly without going through tsa so this is effectively putting her on a no-fly list yes? they’re putting people on no-fly lists for participating in ICE watch?
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Judge Kato Crews of Colorado ordered a man's release from immigration custody. While not his main reason, Crews notes there is "some indication that immigration judges are refusing to conduct bond hearings entirely." This might be the first time I've seen one of our judges acknowledge this reality.
January 30, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Judge Kato Crews of Colorado ordered a man's release from immigration custody. While not his main reason, Crews notes there is "some indication that immigration judges are refusing to conduct bond hearings entirely." This might be the first time I've seen one of our judges acknowledge this reality.
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The team from @theaircurrent is seeking more information on this statement from the President. A massive amount of the U.S. fleet of mainline, regional, helicopter and military aircraft are "made in Canada."
January 30, 2026 at 12:28 AM
The team from @theaircurrent is seeking more information on this statement from the President. A massive amount of the U.S. fleet of mainline, regional, helicopter and military aircraft are "made in Canada."
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"In theater" is a military term that refers to a wartime theater of operations. ICE and CBP agents are in Minnesota, which is one of the United States. The enemy in this military operation are citizens of Minnesotans and the United States.
Q: Can you be specific about how many ICE and CBP agents are currently operating in the state?
HOMAN: 3,000. There's been some rotations. They've been in theater a long time. Day after day, can't eat in restaurants, people spin on you, blowing whistles at you. But my main focus now is draw down
HOMAN: 3,000. There's been some rotations. They've been in theater a long time. Day after day, can't eat in restaurants, people spin on you, blowing whistles at you. But my main focus now is draw down
January 29, 2026 at 5:59 PM
"In theater" is a military term that refers to a wartime theater of operations. ICE and CBP agents are in Minnesota, which is one of the United States. The enemy in this military operation are citizens of Minnesotans and the United States.
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HOW CAN THIS POSSIBLY BE??
Oh, wait.
Oh, wait.
January 29, 2026 at 6:00 PM
HOW CAN THIS POSSIBLY BE??
Oh, wait.
Oh, wait.
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Exactly 2 months ago, FDA “leaders” Marty Makary and Vinay Prasad claimed that 10 children had died from the COVID19 vaccine.
To this day they have provided no evidence to support this claim.
In real science, when a statement of such magnitude is made, having evidence to support it is crucial.
To this day they have provided no evidence to support this claim.
In real science, when a statement of such magnitude is made, having evidence to support it is crucial.
January 29, 2026 at 7:02 PM
Exactly 2 months ago, FDA “leaders” Marty Makary and Vinay Prasad claimed that 10 children had died from the COVID19 vaccine.
To this day they have provided no evidence to support this claim.
In real science, when a statement of such magnitude is made, having evidence to support it is crucial.
To this day they have provided no evidence to support this claim.
In real science, when a statement of such magnitude is made, having evidence to support it is crucial.
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half of all tech news lately is some variation of "the computer company has discontinued their well known product, the computer"
January 29, 2026 at 9:29 AM
half of all tech news lately is some variation of "the computer company has discontinued their well known product, the computer"
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Personally I think this is too much money for Donald trumps untrained heavily armed militia
January 29, 2026 at 2:22 AM
Personally I think this is too much money for Donald trumps untrained heavily armed militia
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The US is at grave risk of losing its elimination status in the coming months due to continuous spread.
South Carolina tops Texas measles outbreak record—with no end in sight
Since start of the year, South Carolina's outbreak has accelerated dramatically.
arstechnica.com
January 29, 2026 at 2:09 PM
The US is at grave risk of losing its elimination status in the coming months due to continuous spread.
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ICYMI: Nudify app proliferation shows naked ambition of Apple and Google
Nudify app proliferation shows naked ambition of Apple and Google
Researchers with the Tech Transparency Project found all sorts of apps that let users create fake non-consensual nudes of real people
The mobile app emperors have no clothes. Apple and Google have made millions of dollars from AI apps that let users undress people even as both companies claim to ban such software from their stores, according to a new study.…
dlvr.it
January 29, 2026 at 3:23 AM
ICYMI: Nudify app proliferation shows naked ambition of Apple and Google
I wonder if repeatedly calling both my Senators asking them to evaluate current Senate leadership had anything to do with this change in tone...
Schumer calls for Kristi Noem and Stephen Miller to be removed from their jobs.
January 28, 2026 at 10:38 PM
I wonder if repeatedly calling both my Senators asking them to evaluate current Senate leadership had anything to do with this change in tone...
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ICE may have provoked an international incident by attempting to enter the Ecuadorian Consulate in Minneapolis Tuesday.
The staff informed him, “This is the Ecuadorean Consulate, you’re not allowed to enter.” In response, the ICE agent replied, “If you touch me, I’ll grab you.” trib.al/uEWIiAs
The staff informed him, “This is the Ecuadorean Consulate, you’re not allowed to enter.” In response, the ICE agent replied, “If you touch me, I’ll grab you.” trib.al/uEWIiAs
ICE Breaks International Law and Tries to Enter Ecuador Consulate
This is a clear violation of the Vienna Convention.
trib.al
January 28, 2026 at 8:32 PM
ICE may have provoked an international incident by attempting to enter the Ecuadorian Consulate in Minneapolis Tuesday.
The staff informed him, “This is the Ecuadorean Consulate, you’re not allowed to enter.” In response, the ICE agent replied, “If you touch me, I’ll grab you.” trib.al/uEWIiAs
The staff informed him, “This is the Ecuadorean Consulate, you’re not allowed to enter.” In response, the ICE agent replied, “If you touch me, I’ll grab you.” trib.al/uEWIiAs
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Ted Cruz dragged online for saying the US should arm protesters – in Iran
Ted Cruz dragged online for saying the US should arm protesters – in Iran
Ted Cruz dragged online for saying the US should arm protesters – in Iran
www.independent.co.uk
January 28, 2026 at 8:48 PM
Ted Cruz dragged online for saying the US should arm protesters – in Iran
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If Bilbo had Chat GPT
January 27, 2026 at 4:24 PM
If Bilbo had Chat GPT
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South Carolina measles outbreak reaches 789 cases, surpassing Texas.
The ongoing outbreak is the largest since measles was eliminated in the country 26 years ago. www.nbcnews.com/health/healt...
The ongoing outbreak is the largest since measles was eliminated in the country 26 years ago. www.nbcnews.com/health/healt...
South Carolina measles outbreak reaches 789 cases, surpassing Texas
The ongoing outbreak is the largest since measles was eliminated in the country 26 years ago.
www.nbcnews.com
January 28, 2026 at 3:41 PM
South Carolina measles outbreak reaches 789 cases, surpassing Texas.
The ongoing outbreak is the largest since measles was eliminated in the country 26 years ago. www.nbcnews.com/health/healt...
The ongoing outbreak is the largest since measles was eliminated in the country 26 years ago. www.nbcnews.com/health/healt...
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There's no ICE accountability without ending qualified immunity.
They're murdering people. There won't be justice for the lives they've stolen, but there must be accountability.
My bill with @markey.senate.gov would ensure families can sue the agents murdering their loved ones.
They're murdering people. There won't be justice for the lives they've stolen, but there must be accountability.
My bill with @markey.senate.gov would ensure families can sue the agents murdering their loved ones.
January 27, 2026 at 9:02 PM
There's no ICE accountability without ending qualified immunity.
They're murdering people. There won't be justice for the lives they've stolen, but there must be accountability.
My bill with @markey.senate.gov would ensure families can sue the agents murdering their loved ones.
They're murdering people. There won't be justice for the lives they've stolen, but there must be accountability.
My bill with @markey.senate.gov would ensure families can sue the agents murdering their loved ones.
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“Are you serious? You said if I raise my voice, you will erase my voice?” the observer asked incredulously.
“Yes, exactly,” the agent responded. trib.al/YAAFp2k
“Yes, exactly,” the agent responded. trib.al/YAAFp2k
“I Erase Your Voice”: ICE Agents Threaten People After Alex Pretti
Getting away with killing civilians appears to have emboldened federal immigration agents.
trib.al
January 27, 2026 at 10:25 PM
“Are you serious? You said if I raise my voice, you will erase my voice?” the observer asked incredulously.
“Yes, exactly,” the agent responded. trib.al/YAAFp2k
“Yes, exactly,” the agent responded. trib.al/YAAFp2k
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Again, Grok (Heinlein would be furious) didn’t do this on its own. MEN DID IT.
At least 37 attorneys general for US states and territories are taking action against xAI after Grok generated a flood of nonconsensual sexual images of women and minors.
The State-Led Crackdown on Grok and xAI Has Begun
At least 37 attorneys general for US states and territories are taking action against xAI after Grok generated a flood of nonconsensual sexual images of women and minors.
wrd.cm
January 27, 2026 at 9:02 PM
Again, Grok (Heinlein would be furious) didn’t do this on its own. MEN DID IT.
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All five Democratic members of Oregon's congressional delegation want to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
Here’s the list of US House Democrats who want to impeach Kristi Noem • Oregon Capital Chronicle
WASHINGTON — A growing number of U.S. House Democrats are pushing for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s impeachment after another fatal shooting of an American citizen by federal immigration…
buff.ly
January 27, 2026 at 9:23 PM
All five Democratic members of Oregon's congressional delegation want to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
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NEW: House Democratic Leaders Jeffries, Clark and Aguilar say in a joint statement, "Kristi Noem should be fired immediately, or we will commence impeachment proceedings in the House of Representatives."
"We can do this the easy way or the hard way."
"We can do this the easy way or the hard way."
January 27, 2026 at 6:06 PM
NEW: House Democratic Leaders Jeffries, Clark and Aguilar say in a joint statement, "Kristi Noem should be fired immediately, or we will commence impeachment proceedings in the House of Representatives."
"We can do this the easy way or the hard way."
"We can do this the easy way or the hard way."
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This is fascism, this is authoritarianism, this is anti-American and violates the Constitution. Don't let anyone tell you this is about safety or security, because it clearly IS NOT.
CNN airs compilation of federal agents acting with extreme aggression towards peaceful observers.
January 27, 2026 at 7:36 PM
This is fascism, this is authoritarianism, this is anti-American and violates the Constitution. Don't let anyone tell you this is about safety or security, because it clearly IS NOT.