Oddly Robbie

  • 🌍 Gaza Peace Armada — Conscience on the Sea

    🇪🇸🌍 La Armada de la Paz hacia Gaza — La Conciencia en el Mar ⸻ ✊ The Lemkin Institute Speaks 🇪🇸✊ La voz del Instituto Lemkin From the United States, the Lemkin Institute for Genocide Prevention, founded on the legacy of Raphael Lemkin (the Jewish lawyer who coined the word genocide), issued a strong message:…

  • 🖤 No Kings. No Silence. No Turning Back.

    What was meant to be a day of symbolism — No Kings Day — has now become a day of mourning. Two respected public servants, Minnesota Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, were shot and killed in their home. In a separate but clearly coordinated attack, State Senator John Hoffman and his wife Yvette…

  • A Planet United: The Call We Can No Longer Ignore

    By Oddly Robbie Across continents, from Europe to the U.S. and beyond, a wave is rising—a global pulse of people stepping out of silence and into purpose. The message is clear: the world is done with systems built on greed, violence, and selfish rule. The old ways, once propped up by fear and control, are…

  • The “True” Word Test: A Soft Lie or Just Lazy Language?

    It’s true! No, really—people say that. A lot. And every time I hear it, something inside me raises an eyebrow. Not my literal eyebrow, because those often do their own thing. But that deep, curious, autistic-math-brained part of me that calculates odds faster than a roulette wheel on fire? Yeah, that part leans in. Because…

  • Keeping Oddly Robbie

    The show must go on.

  • Blog Story: Kathy’s Journey – A Light in the Shadows

    Disclaimer: This is a fictional narrative inspired by real-world challenges to foster empathy and understanding. Ricks College, Rexburg, Idaho, 1983 Kathy sat in the sterile office of the campus doctor, her hands gripping her husband’s for comfort. Married for a year and glowing with the optimism of young love, they had eagerly begun planning for…

  • The T in LGBTQ+: Why Solidarity Matters More Than Ever

    Let’s break down the rainbow alphabet soup we all know: L for lesbian, B for bisexual, G for gay, T for transgender, and then the ever-expanding “+” for our beautiful diversity. But today, we’re hitting pause on the roll call to focus on one letter that’s catching an outsized amount of society’s heat: the T.…

  • Refining Day: Embracing Empathy as the Core of Our Humanity

    Hello, dear readers—Oddly Robbie here. Today, let’s peel back the layers of our shared humanity, reflecting on a truth as old as time but often forgotten in the shuffle of modern life: how we treat the so-called “least of us” says everything about who we are. Raised in a deeply religious setting, I often heard…

  • A Personal Reflection on Guns and Safety

    A Childhood Memory I remember the time when my little brother discovered a small gun, a Ruger, in our parents’ sock drawer in our small Montana town. He picked it up and showed it to me, and when Dad found out, he was very upset—it was loaded. This incident highlighted the ever-present danger of firearms…

  • Revenge: A Flawed Tale

    Revenge is often depicted as a path to justice or closure, but in reality, it’s a tale as flawed as asking a cow to perform ballet. Expecting someone devoid of empathy to feel remorse is as futile as expecting that cow to dance gracefully in a tutu. This cycle of retribution is a flawed loop…

  • Plan for Addressing Mass Incarceration: A Vision from Oddly Robbie

    ⚠️Content Warning: This post contains descriptions of violence and abuse within the prison system. It is intended for mature audiences only. Introduction: Hi, I’m Oddly Robbie, known for my work in VR, AR, and 3D design. Today, I want to share my vision for transforming the criminal justice system. Having spent almost seven years in…

  • From Heartland to Homeland: Jakob’s Journey and Our Shared Quest for Peace

    From Heartland to Homeland: Jakob’s Journey and Our Shared Quest for Peace

    (Warning: does mention violence.) In the heart of the tumultuous 19th century, my great-grandfather Jakob’s journey from Odessa to North Dakota stands as a beacon of resilience and the universal quest for peace. As a family historian, I’ve always felt deeply connected to my ancestors, particularly those who faced extraordinary challenges. Their stories, passed down…

  • Breaking Free: A Journey Through LDS Corrective Therapy

    Content Warning: This episode contains explicit content related to corrective therapy, including discussions of inappropriate behavior and emotional distress. Listener discretion is advised. Hello, wonderful readers! It’s your quirky friend Oddly Robbie here, ready to take you on a rollercoaster ride through one of the most challenging chapters of my life. Buckle up, because today…

  • When “Normal” Isn’t Working: Rethinking How We View Autism

    Hello OddlyRobbie readers, Scrolling through the news, I stumbled upon an article in Newsweek about new research on autism. I didn’t get past the paywall, but the premise was enough to stir my thoughts. It’s disheartening to see so much effort and funding dedicated to making us fit a “normal” that doesn’t even consider our…

  • Unlocking Progress: Rethinking Patent Laws for a Sustainable Future

    Hello, digital navigators and pioneers of change! OddlyRobbie here, stepping into the arena of intellectual rights with a twist only we can explore. Did you know that the melody that rings out at every birthday bash was once bound by copyright chains? Let’s unravel the complex world of patents—meant to foster innovation but perhaps, also…

  • Dehumanization: A Logical Perspective (special edition)

    Across various cultures, there’s often an implicit agreement to dehumanize neighboring communities. My aim here is not to justify this behavior or to label it as good or bad but rather to examine it from a logical perspective. Understanding Dehumanization Dehumanization enables us to mentally override our empathy and engage in acts like warfare against…

  • Cultural Carousel: My Global Jaunt

    Ah, the green Montanan turned Mormon missionary! Who would’ve guessed that jetting off to Japan would throw me onto a relentless cultural treadmill? There, my Japanese companion, a model of military discipline, set a grueling pace. Exhausted yet determined, I had no choice but to dive into the deep end of unfamiliar languages and customs.…

  • Breakthroughs on the Horizon: Embracing a Brighter Future

    Hello, dear readers! OddlyRobbie here, buzzing with excitement as I share some groundbreaking advances that are reshaping our world. From harnessing the gentle glow of moonlight to fuel solar collectors to the rumble of hydrogen-powered semi-trucks on our highways, the future is not just knocking; it’s here with a bang! Moonlight Magic: Super Solar Collectors…

  • How having honest history can help us advance as humans, by OddlyRobbie

    The Unvarnished Chapters: Rediscovering Our Collective Saga In the intricate mosaic of human history, the tales that resonate loudest are often those penned by victors, leaving a swath of narratives untold, shrouded in the shadows of oversight. Today, I invite you on an expedition—not to unearth a continent anew, as European explorers once claimed, but…

  • Please have a rest and hear a short story: Human generated

    In the year 2029, the world is abuzz with the most groundbreaking archaeological finds in history. The discovery of Atlantis and El Dorado using state-of-the-art scanning technologies was just the beginning. The real turning point comes when a team of international archaeologists, employing a combination of lidar, x-ray imaging, and other advanced scanning techniques, stumbles…

  • Beyond the Bickering: A Call for Unity and Democracy

    [A word of caution: Today’s entry may steer into US political waters more than usual. But, bear with me; it’s all in the spirit of finding common ground.] The party, my friends, has indeed come to a close. As the dust settles, the clamor that has filled the air for too long now whispers of…