The Science of Hate

Recently, I came across an interesting research paper. It’s interesting because I described it in my book Webtastic Stories: Fear and Loathing on the Internet.  Hate and meaning in life: How collective, but not personal, hate quells threat and spurs meaning in life. “Classic and contemporary perspectives link meaning in life to the pursuit of … Continue reading The Science of Hate

A Webtastic Story, Internet Drama and New Conservatism

Every week there is some new controversy in the world and communities. And 95% of these controversies can be summed up in the old “Culture War” con that TwitterBrains parrot all the time. “Their side is destroying everything we hold dear, and we have to stop them!” What a shit deal, no thanks, I can … Continue reading A Webtastic Story, Internet Drama and New Conservatism