Jeff Bezos wrote an op-ed for his paper the Washington Post, and I wrote an opposing viewpoint. Unfortunately, the WAPO decided not to run with it, so it’s here for your reading pleasure. Let’s face it: the idea of truly…
Author: Samuel Liles
The Fallacy of Innovation: Academia, Military, and Corporate Blindness
Innovation. It’s the buzzword of our time, paraded in corporate boardrooms, academic symposia, and military briefings. Everyone claims to be “thinking outside the box.” Yet, in practice, these institutions — academia, the military, and corporate America — are expert gatekeepers…
2024 Annapolis Sailboat Show VIP Tickets
I sat back, sipping my Oceans Bourbon, while an episode of Sailing Fair Isle played on the screen. I was watching closely, hoping to catch a glimpse of my sons, who were on a catamaran somewhere in the background while Steve…
A story about public education and outcomes
Say the thing that people immediately disagree with. As a former professor I get a lot of hate for not being all in on public school and teachers in general. Why would I who has been an educator not be…
The Perils of Mediocrity as a Goal
About 30 years ago, I cut an article out of a newspaper. Yes, there used to be these things called newspapers—physical sheets of paper with stories and articles printed on them. The ink, often slightly rubbery, would smudge your fingers,…
Some EOTI crew in this YouTube video from Annapolis
The Lazy Gecko crew are good friends. Jeremiah and Brittany are amazing humans. We had a blast with them on the Ohana and Antares 44. A great boat by the way. Brittany is one of those people you wish others…
Shift Happens: Navigating the Global Competition in the 21st Century
In the early 2000s, a compelling presentation called “Shift Happens” by Karl Fisch, Scott McLeod, and Jeff Brenman was shown in high schools, captivating students and educators alike. The presentation highlighted a rapidly evolving global landscape, emphasizing the necessity for…
China reunifies with Taiwan: It’s all the rage these days
Historically, China has claimed sovereignty over Taiwan and has not renounced the use of force to achieve reunification. There has been speculation that China has a timetable to take over Taiwan by 2027, aligned with the PLA centennial. Recent events…
Cybersecurity Wishes and Dreams: A policy to fix a lot of broken security programs.
In an era where cybersecurity threats are constantly evolving and becoming more sophisticated, organizations within (does not reflect any current or past employers’ positions thus) “THIS INDUSTRY” must prioritize the protection of their digital assets. A robust policy framework mandating a minimum…
Understanding the Role of the CISO in Corporate Leadership
The CISO (Chief Information Security Officer) plays a critical role in modern corporate leadership, particularly in navigating the complexities of cybersecurity. The debate around the reporting structure for CISOs—who they should report to and how their role should be defined—remains…
Does society have an inherent logical expectation of survival, or are we losing the survival race?
Understanding the web of social issues hindering our ability to enact meaningful change is paramount in the dynamic landscape of global challenges. This conversation delves into the depths of systemic barriers obstructing progress on critical fronts, emphasizing the urgency of…
Health insurance companies are high-tech companies
The fusion of information technology and healthcare has ushered in a paradigm shift, redefining the traditional roles of health insurance companies. Once seen primarily as financial entities responsible for reimbursing medical expenses, these companies now find themselves at the forefront…
12 Months of OCR Data Breach Data
Using ChatGPT to analyze government data, looking for interesting trends or information. Date of Analysis: 9 May 2024 (Data 21 March 2022 through 22 April 2024) Total Data Rows The total number of data rows in the dataset is 973…
You ain’t you
From a scientific perspective, the human body is remarkably empty. Atoms, the building blocks of all matter, are almost entirely vacant, with a tiny nucleus surrounded by a vast cloud of electrons. This emptiness extends into our cells, where organelles…
Trippy hippy parents and life on a boat
The day I decided to leave it all behind was surprisingly ordinary, yet it was the culmination of a journey that had taken me through various experiences. The usual hum of office chatter, the fluorescent lights that never seemed to…