Random Minds by Katherine Brodsky

Oct 19, 2024 | katherinewrites.com | Katherine Brodsky

You’re currently reading a free post. If you enjoy it and are able to, please consider becoming a paid subscriber to help support independent content like this. I can’t do it without you. I’m sure that you’ve heard the adage that the “Internet is forever” or “the Internet never forgets.” But as it turns out, that’s not quite true—unless, of course, you’re a celebrity who said the wrong thing on MySpace 15 years ago. Then, it sticks around forever.

May 18, 2024 | katherinewrites.com | Katherine Brodsky

Every day people are literally dying of loneliness. Perhaps that’s not the best way to start a missive, but it’s true. It’s depressing because it’s true. Loneliness affects everyone, but it has been identified by researchers as a risk factor for mortality in men in particular.

Aug 6, 2023 | katherinewrites.com | Katherine Brodsky

ShareElon Musk has just announced on X (formerly Twitter) that his company will fund lawsuits against employers who treat their employees “unfairly” due to posting or liking something on the platform:In a subsequent post, he mentioned that not only will X fund the legal bill, it will do so loudly, naming and shaming companies. One of the greatest fears that many individuals have when it comes to using their voice is the potential loss of employment.

Jul 30, 2023 | katherinewrites.com | Katherine Brodsky

ShareAs if the topic of race wasn’t sufficiently addled with landmines, here comes along generative AI, which can be used to change anyone’s ethnic depiction in movies, TV shows, and games. On the one hand, in countries where there’s a lack of cultural diversity, it can allow filmmakers to expand their canvases and allow for richer storytelling and artistic expression. Or capture historical demographics with greater accuracy when is otherwise impossible.

Jul 12, 2023 | katherinewrites.com | Katherine Brodsky