What visiting Juno Beach taught me about CanadiansIt’s fascinating how our minds selectively process information, especially when we’re on the cusp of major life changes. For instance, ever…Sep 9, 2023Sep 9, 2023
Becoming Canadian one podcast or book at a timeRecently, I announced our upcoming move to Canada by year’s end, which has me bubbling with anticipation. Yet, for many Germans, Canada…Aug 22, 2023Aug 22, 2023
Medium’s Mastodon Server is DeadI’m a nerd and I regularly fall into rabbit holes.Aug 19, 20232Aug 19, 20232
Automating your Mastodon“Dirk, how do you consistently share your podcast episodes, blog articles, and videos on Mastodon? Plus, you have an automated podcast…Aug 18, 20231Aug 18, 20231
5 graphic novels that blew my mindPicture this — just the other day, a colleague and I decided to unwind after a bustling day at work. We planned a laid-back dinner and a…Aug 16, 20231Aug 16, 20231
It is easier than you think…I have news. My wife and I are soon to be so-called “empty-nesters”! (Yes, we’ve done it!)Aug 16, 2023Aug 16, 2023
Medium and the FediverseOne of the advantages of being a paid user on medium.com is the ability to get a unique account on me.dm. I’ve always found the handle…Aug 15, 2023Aug 15, 2023
Be a good followerThe first time someone called me a “Leader,” I was taken aback. At 24, I had just landed a job I never thought I’d deserve, and just like…Aug 14, 20231Aug 14, 20231
Talking AI, Sandman EditionLet’s start with an admission: I love comics, or, like we grown-ups say: Graphic Novels… :-) Among the many, many comics in my collection…Aug 12, 2023Aug 12, 2023