The bullshit machine is not always loud. Sometimes it shows up as generosity. You think of a friend who the bullshit machine thinks might be mad at you, because you think most people are most of the time, and then get the impulse to do something nice for them. Sounds simple. Sounds good. Except when... Continue Reading →
The Bullshit Machine 2: Navigating the Design of What We Are- Chapter 3: The Origin Problem
The Origin Problem How the Machine Replaced You With a Record “The system doesn’t refute the truth. It simply stops.” — on administrative personhood There is one question the machine absolutely cannot answer without exposing itself. It’s not a trap. It’s not philosophical bait. It’s the most ordinary question in the world. You could ask... Continue Reading →
Affidavit of Status and Origin
AFFIDAVIT OF STATUS AND ORIGIN (Recognizing Continuity of Being and Limitation of Administrative Authority) I, Neil R. Firszt, being of sound mind and whole condition, hereby state the following as matters of fact within the order of reality governing this jurisdiction: “I am all present and accounted for from fertilization to last breath.” I. Statement... Continue Reading →