Fukushima Daiichi, revisited
The Big Picture: March 11, 2011 was the date when the “not credible” destruction of a key part of Fukushima Daiichi power plant suddenly […]
The Franco Files
Here, you will find context and common sense information. Mr. Franco tries to unpack current news, and tie these events to the changes that are remaking society for the better. If you are needing guides on ‘What To Do’ or ‘How We Got In This Mess In The First Place’, then; please browse these reviews, essays, and artistic selections for a good starting point on your path to success.
Back to the future II – Biff’s revenge
The Big Picture: Most folks have seen the trilogy of movies called “Back to the Future.” For those who are too young, or simply […]
Back to the future?
The Big Picture: Sometimes it’s useful to look backwards to get a handle on the steps one needs to take to see real progress. […]
Chautauquas and Lyceums and TED Talks, oh my!
We are aiming with Mobilized to create a vibrant forum for ideas. “Big deal”, you might say, there are already places for that. Well, […]
Caution is the Watchword
The Big Picture: This is your reminder that the Fascists are still out there. I dislike having to keep writing about politics, but we’re […]
Everyone has a plan
What They’re Saying: “Everyone has a plan; until they get punched in the face.” – Mike Tyson. The Big Picture: Yet these treason weasels […]
Table Stakes (And the Big Picture)
The Big Picture: So many obstacles exist to true progress that most days many activists I know want to bang their head against a […]
Applause, applause
This post goes out to all my performer friends. 2020 has been a brutal year for nearly everyone. Definitely it’s been bad for the […]
Pop Culture
It is not much of a confession to admit I am a huge Sci-Fi nerd, always have been. A date once compared my apartment […]