Category Archives: Modern media & Journalism

Delving into the media and its effects on the mental and physical health of us all.

Just Keeping Perspective!

Posted on May 8, 2021 by thebikeguy61

Like the title says, I am just trying to keep perspective. I want to say this blog is written with no judgment on other people’s choices. I obviously know that when I say big-pharm, etc.. I am not silly enough … Continue reading →

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In the Shadow of Skyscrapers!

Posted on June 5, 2020 by thebikeguy61

So where do you go after a magical year of living in the shadow of castles? To live in the shadows of skyscrapers! After receiving a job offer of a three day work week, housing included, our life changed drastically … Continue reading →

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Free Drinks (Tomorrow)!

Posted on April 27, 2020 by thebikeguy61

I remember seeing this sign in a bar I used to frequent back in The Bronx of my youth. If I found myself there nearing the midnight hour I’d foolishly wait for the hour to chime in the new day … Continue reading →

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You Don’t Have to Live Like a Refugee!

Posted on March 10, 2019 by thebikeguy61

Hope all is well with everyone receiving this. The refugee crisis hasn’t disappeared from the planet, it has just taken a backseat to other headlines. Fortunately there are people doing what they can in their small way. Here I interview … Continue reading →

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Weymouth – Hotbed of positivity or just the microcosm of the macrocosm?

Posted on February 27, 2018 by thebikeguy61

The big city streets of London are well behind me now. Having been in the town of Weymouth for the past two or so weeks has been quite a change of gears indeed. As a matter of fact, I’ve been … Continue reading →

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Democracy Wow!

Posted on January 30, 2018 by thebikeguy61

Hi there everyone. Democracy is a word that gets thrown around quite a lot nowadays. What did the ancient Greeks have in mind? Well Patrick Chalmers has spent a lot of time and energy finding out and has been kindly … Continue reading →

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Fear, no thanks!

Posted on November 15, 2015 by thebikeguy61

After the events of November 13th, 2015 in Paris, France, we all need to remember that this does not shape who we are or where we are heading as human beings. If fear wins we all lose. We need to … Continue reading →

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Harlem, On The Streets.

Posted on August 3, 2015 by thebikeguy61

As my NY visit comes to an end, my series comes to an end as well. Hope you enjoyed sharing in some of the lives on the streets in NYC, and a bit beyond. SHARE – LIKE – POST – … Continue reading →

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C’est le Bronx!

Posted on July 13, 2015 by thebikeguy61

Hollywood has created an image of The Bronx that is hard to shake. This dynamic area of The Big Apple is shining. In my New York series of interviews I try to show another side to the boro that is … Continue reading →

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Life – Not by Design.

Posted on May 25, 2015 by thebikeguy61

Hello everyone, Once again I found myself chatting with another person who has let life lead him where it will, and our paths have crossed many times, now I share a bit of his story with you. Sebastian ‘Bas’ Pot, … Continue reading →

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