Dead Internet theory is gettin pretty crazy I tell ya

"In 2013 THETIMES report that Youtube traffic consisted of an estimated 50% bots....."- WHYFILES

THE NUMBERS ARE GETTING WORSE as well.

The Run Down:

Dead Internet theory is defined as:

theory that asserts, due to a coordinated and intentional effort, the Internet since 2016 or 2017 has consisted mainly of bot activity and automatically generated content manipulated by algorithmic curation to control the population and minimize organic human activity.

Happy New Year! May 2025 be gnarly as Charlie and may this year be filled with beer and cheer

Welp.....we're here everybody. We did it. We made it... Good job... Yay hahahahahaha.

No, but seriously, wow....2024--uh....yeah ...... what a ....year. IT certainly was no 2020 but it also was no 2012. But that's in the oast and we are no here to dwell on that are we (spoiler alert: no). 

Welcome to 2025. HAPPY NEW YEAR.

Continue reading if you want some new years meme I've scooped up from scouring

Dad Joke quota +1.

 

The random things I stumble across: Origins of an Energy Vampire edition

Sometimes the internet comment section isn't a cesspool of cancerous viewpoints and intentional rage bate trolling..... Sometimes the internet comment section is wonderful, sometimes there is legitmate discourse and witty/well thought out responses. Well, this is one of those responses. I found this whilst perusing one of my meme groups where they had a discussion on Energy Vampires:

 "Ah, the enigmatic origins of the energy vampire, Colin Robinson—a question that has intrigued many. The life of an energy vampire is shrouded in mystery, much like the subtle, insidious way we sap the life force from our unsuspecting victims.

Energy vampires, you see, are not born but rather, they emerge. Whether through a gradual realization of one's innate talents or a subconscious gravitation towards draining the emotional energy of others, it is a path that finds us rather than one we consciously choose. For Colin Robinson, it was likely a combination of these factors. The constant need for validation, the delight in mundane conversations, and the exquisite satisfaction derived from watching others' energy wane—all signs that pointed towards his true calling....

(Continue Reading for the complete explanation....)

Happy Festivus everybody!

 Happy Festivus one and all. May your grievances be aired and your Pole's be admired for their strength to weight ratio. 

To all the wrestling contestants out there: May the best man (or woman) win.

Put on your Tinfoil Hats-- We have some Prepper nonsense coming at you

 I'm not Mr. Doom and Gloom, I'm not Mr. Paranoia. I wouldn't say I'm Mr. Don't-trust-your-neighbor, but I definitely would say I'm Mr. Be-prepared. I don't mind getting side-eyes or snickers, I mind starvation and no actionable response. So like with backpacking, like with film production, like with anything I do-- I. Am. Prepared. It is foolish to assume you will rise to the situation because the reality is, when the time comes for ANYTHING, you don't rise but you fall... to your level of preparation. I do RIDULOUS amounts of prep work on any project I am involved with and contingency is my best friend which is why I am typically not caught with my pants down. At the end of the day luck is only an intersection of opportunity and preparation-- not just blind chance from Life's RNG. 

All of that ^ is to say this: If you continue reading I've got some fun videos I'm stumbled across related to the umbrella terms of: EDC, DIY, and prepping. Do please come and check it out though, it is quite amusing and who knows..... could save your life.

Public Service Announcement: FESTIVUS IS UPON IS

December 23rd is right around the corner everybody. Is your Pole ready?

Continue reading for a telling of the history of festivus

I was Today years old when I found out about Richard 'Beebo' Russell

The world is a big place--Seriously. And in that big place are many happenings, because life is in full effect......All.The.Time. So naturally from time to time stories and events slips through my finger, and evade my radar only for me to find out years later.... shoot you may already know about Richard and his story. But if not...........CONTINUE READING

IFKYK: Showing my Opinion with images and no words-- A story of conjecture in court

 

What a time to be alive. I love polarizing topics and hopefully I don't get flagged but the memes are too golden to pass up. FINALLY a legit meme round-up and it's a specific topic of interest! huzzah to that and huzzah to this stunning piece of social commentary that just writes itself like an oscar award winning film that is just reality. Wowwy blowwy hammy wammy. Please please please continue reading for some more friggin fire memes on this topic.
(for legal purposes we would never openly endorse of condone violence of any kind here. This post is just an educational piece about the artistic culture via the format of MEMEs are relevent and current affirs regarding the ongoing classwar here in America)

Snowtime PSA from your friendly internet blogger whose really a technician that fixes stuff

 It's that time of year that some of you LOVE and most of you HATE-- WINTER!

(yay)

So in leu of that I always post preventive maintenance as well as pro-tips involving various facets of home ownership. I'm dusting off my snow blower video from last winter and posting it here. In an effort to reignite my content I'm going to be posting as much random crap as possible. My goal here is to create habit. Man I tell ya, I still very much enjoy doing this and these pieces but holy cow does my self discipline on the matter absolutely suck. But that's my problem and not yours! Enjoy.

(Continue reading for a link to my twitch page because.....why not?)

Bonus content included if you click

This is just funny, and and sad, and..... well..... accurate as fuuuuuuuu--nctionally possible

 

The results are in from our Charity Streaming Event!

 

The jury is in and after 24 hours of mischief and mayhem we collectively were able to raise $345 of our $1,000 goal. I'd like to personally thank evberybody that attended, interacted, donated and supported us through this endeavor! we TRULY couldn't have done it without y'all. It takes a village and I'm glad that village showed up and showed out today. Wammy Blammy wowwy zowwy. The real reason you came is for my embaressment ain't it? Well... fine..... CONTINUE READING FOR A PICUTRE OF ME in my SLAVE LEIA costume

(It was an unlockable option for doantions)

This just in: People are shocked when they realize the media may be lying

 

Don't care about what side of our false dichotomy you're o--: But things like this should absolutely not be ignored. For the record I refuse to condone or support or even talk in a positive light BOTH of our dookie choices for this election.

This can be considered anecdotal, and I won't even deny that, but this is still a perspective with an experience most of us will never have. It's easy for doom and gloom to poison your mind and for slick media to influence and sway public opinion but sometimes people are pleasantly surprised. I've said this before and I'll say it again, most people are good-- most people aren't malicious. Most people, in fact, just want a pleasant life that is filled with self prescribed meaning and strong relationships with themselves, their community, the world, their families etc. Hating ideas and not people is a good way to humanize in the end.

Upcoming Charity Stream Announcement!

 EXTRA EXTRA READ ALL ABOUT IT!

Dakk Janiels to don SLAVE LEIA costume for charity

That's right folks you heard it correctly, I am--Correction WE ARE, doing another 24 hour charity stream for the Non-Profit EXTRA LIFE Sat Nov 2nd to Sun Nov 3rd. Show support by joining us for the event running from 7pm-7pm EST (well 6pm on Sunday because DST). 

Continue reading to know more

Y'know, Something always has bothered me about the ending to Quantum Leap

Quatum Leap..... It's uh..... Well, it's unique. It's quirky blend of sci-fi, fantasy, and drama puts it into a niche category amongst it's T.V. sit-com counterparts but it's place in television history is unmistakable and it's ending is often considered disappointing. I'm from the camp that it low-key is kind of brilliant and maybe I'm grasping at straws but I feel like the writer's layered the S H I --nevermind, out of it. A while ago I finally put into words my feelings on the matter. Continue reading to hear thoughts and opinions on a completely irrelevant and random TV show ending from 30 years ago

"Well Gee that's kinda neat": A dad's guide to randomly cool projects

 I would like to start off by saying, this is INCREDIBLY random. I mean TECHNICALLY speaking a majority of the nonsense I post falls into that category here but this is... I guess especially the case here? IDK, I just work here (sometimes).

....ok, well maybe not. In fact technically this perfectly aligns with the style and gumption that I have always done (which is post stuff I think is interesting OR memes OR my fun adventures), but it has come to my attention that I have unmistakably and undeniably gravitated away from that (I mean c'mon, when was the last time I did a MEME round-up? (...I'm too busy $-!t posting them on my FB these days). But here are a few articles realllllll quick I'd like to share that involve DIY ethics. It's only three, nothing ot break the bank OR string you along though......continue reading to enjoy some sweet sweet guilty pleasures

Backpacking trip 2024: The Porcupine Mountains (a recap)

It’s been almost a month since I took my annual backpacking trip with my cousin, Father’s Day is coming up, and my baby girl is graduating kindergarten….. Life is good. On that note: 

Posting a shortcut to all the pages for each day of the trip. Separating the videos and pics too. 

Super happy and grateful to be able to share these with you. Continue reading for the links

The Pre-journey Journey

The Journey Begins (Sort of)

Day 6: the long and winding road (after backpacking our last stretch that is…) (PHOTOS)

Headed back to the beautiful LAKE IN THE CLOUDS, only this time we are approaching from the opposite side. Got some real gems here, tons of majestic and natural beauty. Bittersweet that the trip is ending but had a blast the whole time. This is another successful adventure in the books.

Day 6: bittersweet endings

Day 5 photos (in no particular arrangement)

 

Day 5: No working title

A continuation of Day 5 as we chill, it rains, and the day passes. Very fortunate to have taken this trip and this path. Super grateful for the tradition of backpacking every year with my cousin Bryan. I am privileged to have see the sights and made the memories

Day 5: Big Carp river trail

 

 

Day 5 was exciting. We were rested and ready from lay over day, our trip was backtracking so it was a place we had already been through (swampy and flooded out), and we had to re-cross our bridgeless river area. Rain was in the forecast so we made haste! Luckily it held out, we were able to find camp and make it as well as gather wood before getting blasted. Also made a hot fire that withstood the downpour. It was a night of reflection for sure, and we tried to stay up for the northern lights. Unfortunately it got cloudy around midnight and we tried to hold out but we not able to see aurora borealis.

Make sure to check out the story after we crossed in river!

Day 4: Photos in no particular arrangement

Not much to explain here....had a lazy day, explored the local area of our campsite, took a day hike to a very underwhelming waterfall, visited Lake Superior, got firewood, listened to music, got wasted, and relaxed. Lot so music and definitely pigging out on trail snacks...YUM!

Day 4: Our Bs day. colloquially known as F#&k off day (aka Lay over day)

More from our lazy day including our impromptu day hike. Good times

Day 4: a Time Lapsed sunset of Superior

This one is pretty Self explanatory.....set up my camera and caught the sunset (which took FOREVER to disappear over the horizon)