There are many books that discuss the harmful effects of cyber distractions upon society and the individual. Such works offer compelling arguments that contribute to the growing skepticism in the general public about our relationships to our machines. Unfortunately, Cal Newport’s Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World is not one of … Read more
New Soylent Drink of Doubtful Nutritional Value, But it Certainly Leaves the Soul Empty Ever think you’d see a fast-food place where people could ingest meals like a car gets filled with gas? Like a fast-food place on fast forward. Well, we’re a step closer to the one-stop human feeding station. Today, there is a … Read more
At a certain point in modern times, it was decided that God, the Creator of heaven and earth, should stay out of the business of running the world he created. Supposedly, men could do it much better without him. All this was done, mind you, with a certain amount of tact and propriety so as … Read more
Everyone perceives there is something wrong with the excessive use of electronic devices. One only need look at people engrossed on their phones in a busy airport to perceive some kind of imbalance is at play. Is Technology Ruining Your Life? Take A Quick Quiz To Find Out By Clicking Here. The reason why such … Read more
By Ben Broussard* Modern technologies have led to incredible advances toward the longevity of the average person. With the advent of the steam engine during the Industrial Revolution, advances in food transportation and breakthroughs in medical care have over time given rise to great increases in population throughout the world. Infant mortality and childhood deaths … Read more
As the pace of life quickens, many people have recourse to social media and its technology to stay connected. They reason that social media facilitates their ability to connect over time and distance. However, that same technology has the disadvantage of increasing the volume and pace of messages that continually bombard them making it increasingly … Read more
By G. Daniel Harden, Ph. D.* A couple of summers ago, an old building in Topeka, Kansas was razed by a spectacular implosion. Read the popular article: We Must Resist the Temptation to Secession It was a large, 14-story structure, a minor landmark in the downtown area, and the event was scheduled for a Sunday … Read more
On April 24, 2015, Rich Alexander and Jeff Garretson have John Horvat back on their show, which airs on KSAL-AM 1150 in Salina, Kansas. They talk about the need for Sunday rest as part of the program for a Return to Order. Is Technology Ruining Your Life? Take A Quick Quiz To Find Out By … Read more
Are video games harmful in themselves? Do they tear down or elevate our culture? Should they be avoided altogether? Most people will agree that “too much” gaming is harmful. Many more will acknowledge that Grand Theft Auto, which glorifies crime, or esoteric and violent games such as The Last of Us, Bioshock Infinite, or Fallout … Read more
Internet security has left me with many concerns, especially as I meet more and more people who have had their accounts hacked or vital information stolen. Despite all the security measures companies may take to keep bad people honest, the sad fact is there are plenty of people out there who break into these systems … Read more
