From
The Prairie Schooner. This week: More
Guinness.
Tuesday, 28 April 2020
Sunday, 26 April 2020
New Cambridge Analytica Expose!
You
probably remember the name Cambridge Analytica- the British political
consulting firm that- we can safely say- rigged the US election,
along with the Brexit vote. Spare me your objections. Some of you may
have seen the riveting Netflix docu The Great Hack, featuring key
players in the CA hearing in 2019.
Arguably
the key figure in this saga is former CA employee and whistle-blower
Christopher Wylie, who testified
before a parliamentary inquiry. There were various mind-bending
revelations throughout the docu, which would make even the most
dedicated social-media-phile question the morality of their chosen
platforms.
But
there was one question the inquiry didn't ask. Thankfully, on behalf
of celeb gossip email Popbitch, I did.
Saturday, 25 April 2020
Man Tuesday Via Zoom
Men's
mental health is a topic gaining traction in the new decade. No
longer a discussion swept under the rug, the idea of men discussing
their feelings is being embraced by more and more of the country.
This is evident in the steady but undeniable appearance of support
groups set up for this purpose- be it organised over Facebook, Meetup
or elsewhere. New support group Man Tuesday describes
itself as 'a safe, inclusive, collaborative, non-judgemental space
for men to gather, be themselves and talk openly about their
feelings, mental health, masculinity and life’s challenges.
Originally
operating in Saddleworth, their meetings are now held via
Zoom, the now hugely popular webcam /
mobile interface, on Tuesday nights. I gave it a shot this week. It's
a friendly, well-thought-out group with a few basic introductions,
after which the facilitator will suggest a few topics with a mental
health theme, allowing people to chip in with their thoughts.
Originally
the group was running monthly- now Zoom allows us to meet without
even leaving the house, it's much easier to have a weekly meeting.
This group I expect will form strong bonds very quickly.