David Moscrop

What Comes After Reading That AI Might Kill Us All?

Is there really a 10% chance we’re goners? No one really knows. But the seriousness of the risk asks us to find and pursue a greater purpose.

Sep 9 • David Moscrop

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August 2026

The Stupidest Day Until The Next One

Welcome to “Lake America,” please prepare for more absurdities. We can’t stop them. But we can do our own little bit of good in defiance of decline.

Aug 28 • David Moscrop

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Gen Z Is Using Sports Gambling As An "Investment" Strategy. Uh Oh.

The rise of online gambling is a scourge, and one we desperately cannot afford.

Aug 14 • David Moscrop

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July 2026

The Long Weekend Edition: Permission To Read More Books

Look, I'm a doctor. No, not that kind. But I'm still issuing this as a prescription. Put the phone down and go spend time with your To Read pile.

Jul 31 • David Moscrop

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Hot Apocalypse Summer

As wretched as the heat waves and forest fires have been, we can't afford to resign ourselves to hopelessness.

Jul 17 • David Moscrop

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The Case For Stornoway: In Defence of Housing A Politician

Oh, god, am I ever going to get mail for this one.

Jul 11 • David Moscrop

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June 2026

Save Your Sanity, Read Less News

A new piece argues our brains aren't adapted for reading this much bad news, and offers some tips for navigating the deluge.

Jun 26 • David Moscrop

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Who Owns Hockey Night In Canada?

The CBC's loss of broadcast rights is a blow to national, and personal, connections at the worst possible time.

Jun 17 • David Moscrop

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What AI Can't Do And What It Shouldn't Do

We're losing our capacity to think and connect. We can choose a different future.

Jun 11 • David Moscrop

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What Does The World Think About Canada?

We're at once the last great hope and the scene of a wreck. No wonder people can't look away.

Jun 4 • David Moscrop

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May 2026

Canada's Shotgun Federalism

How should a diverse federation be governed? Probably not by continuous threats.

May 27 • David Moscrop

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April 2026

I Can't Believe I Have To Say This: Banning Snitch Pricing Is A No-Brainer

We shouldn't let companies spy on us and then use that information to rip us off. Why do I even have to write this? Seriously? Anyone? Anyone? Bueller?

Apr 27 • David Moscrop

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