Category: Thoughts and Opinions

The Epstein Affair: A Swampy Saga of Secrets and Redactions Ah, the intrigue that’s been unfoldin’ like a bad joke, me boyos! It’s a tale of power, corruption, and the eternal quest for transparency. You see, back in February 2025, Attorney General Pam Bondi announced that the infamous “Epstein client list” was sittin’ pretty on

The Culture War Conundrum: Treating Trans Ideology Like a Religion As the great Irish philosopher, Oscar Wilde, once said, “To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance.” But in today’s culture war over gender identity, it seems we’ve lost sight of this wise notion. Instead, we’re mired in a battle of ideologies, with

The Age-Old Question of Gender Identity: Can We Learn from the Irish? As we navigate the complex and often contentious issue of gender identity, it’s essential to approach the topic with a mix of humor, humility, and a wee bit of Irish wit. After all, the Emerald Isle has long been renowned for its ability

The Emerald Isle has given the world many a great treasure, from the haunting melodies of the fiddle to the charming wit of its patrons. But, me boyos, today we’re divin’ into a tale of raw emotion, of trials and tribulations, and of the unbreakable spirit of a man named Ryan “Dickie” Thompson. Gather ’round,

The Irony of it All: Unpacking the Royal Connection to the White House As I sit here, sipping on a pint of Guinness, watching the chaos unfold in Los Angeles and other cities, I couldn’t help but chuckle at the sheer audacity of it all. The “Coexist” crowd, with their signs that scream “No Kings!”

The Irish Art of Embracing AI: A Journey of Creative Expression As I sit here, reflecting on me long and winding road of creative expression, I am reminded of the wise words of the great Irish poet, W.B. Yeats: "The world is full of magic things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper." For

The Indomitable Spirit of Richard Glen Thompson: A Tribute to a True Irish Gentleman Ah, the memories of me dear old Da, Richard Glen Thompson, still bring a tear to me eye and a smile to me face. He was a complex fella, to be sure, with a heart o’ gold and a spirit that

The Craic About Filipino Women: Separating Strength from Insufferability Ah, the Philippines, a land of lush beauty, vibrant culture, and, of course, stunning women. As a punk-rock libertarian, I’ve had the pleasure of calling Cebu home for the past eight months. And let me tell you, the locals have been doling out advice on the

A Tribute to Me Da: The Man Who Left an Indelible Mark on Me Heart As I sit here on this Father’s Day, I’m filled with a mix of emotions – love, pride, and a wee bit of sadness. You see, me own father, Richard Glen Thompson, was a man of unyielding conviction, unwavering integrity,

The Blarney Stone of Activism: How Western Ideologues Got Schooled in Egypt Ah, the Emerald Isle’s favorite export: witty banter and sharp tongues. And what better way to utilize these gifts than to skewer the latest antics of Western activists in the Middle East? As the great Irish philosopher, Oscar Wilde, once said, "To love