We honor Labor Day’s history, reflect on a year off Facebook and Twitter, and unpack how persuasive technology steers attention and behavior. Between a heartfelt check-in and some comic relief, we look for better ways to connect, create, and protect our time.

• origins of Labor Day and what it honors
• why Wikipedia earns our support
• reasons for leaving Facebook and Twitter
• persuasive tech and asymmetric power
• infinite scroll, social validation, and algorithms
• personal updates on family, mood, and making time
• light banter with mom and a satirical news riff
• motorcycle ride, orchard stop, and small hacks
• experimenting with YouTube Live and comedy
• closing credits, sharing, and support links

1. The new podcast is called "The Seven Five - Part 2". 
2. I was hoping to launch in January, 2026. (May be delayed to accommodate homelessness.)
3. I have no f'ing idea what I'll be doing, how often, or any of that sthi. Get over it.

OPEN INVITATION TO KICK YOUR ASS

Please know, I'm happy to be that guy now. I didn't want to be that guy, but I am in fact that guy. I suspect The Man In Black felt the same way. Never spoke with him. Anyway...

You pick 'em. Bring them to Larrykickassistan. It's a double lot. Plenty of space. Plenty of cameras. Half-assed security.

No weapons. None.

You pick 'em, but they have to be a world leader. I suggest up-to three (3). Also, Jared Kushner. 

Do not expect them to come home, at least not that night.

Keep being great & doing great things, my friends.

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