James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 29/09/2026The short answer: Nope.shows.acast.comCan We Trust Presidents with War? | Life in the Stupid TimesAlsoL Tax-Funded Propaganda, Selling Weapons to China (maybe), and Abusing the Media 000
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 27/09/2026Ending the war should be our top priority. But Trump doesn't think so. substack.com/@jamesdmelto...substack.comJames D. Melton (@jamesdmelton)Ending the war should be our top priority. But Trump doesn't think so. 022
Reposted by James D. MeltonJames D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 24/09/2026jamesdmelton.substack.com/p/our-societ...jamesdmelton.substack.comOur society is not ready for AITo make the best of the new technology, we will need new institutions and ownership structures. 021
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 24/09/2026jamesdmelton.substack.com/p/our-societ...jamesdmelton.substack.comOur society is not ready for AITo make the best of the new technology, we will need new institutions and ownership structures. 021
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 23/09/2026OK, @codyjohnston.bsky.social I know that Flock cameras can be abused. But cops are learning that using Flock to stalk people is a fast track to being fired. And, got cops, it's otherwise really hard to get fired. Stay with me here. I have a close relative... 120
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Am I nuts, or did the president of the United States threaten to use thermonuclear weapons against Iran? That is what it sounded like to me.substack.comJames D. Melton (@jamesdmelton)In an unhinged speech before the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, Donald Trump said the following, according to the Associated Press (emphasis added by me): “I have a big decision to mak... 000
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 22/09/2026substack.com/@jamesdmelto...substack.comCan we trust presidents with our military?The Iran war shows where hubris can lead if our leaders think we’re invincible 010
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Could this be the stupidest scandal of 2026? substack.com/@jamesdmelto...substack.comJames D. Melton (@jamesdmelton)Many people on Twitter (you might know it as X) are throwing tantrums because some Tillamook cheese products are certified Halal. This is possibly the stupidest scandal in a year full of stupid scan... 010
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Remember when #pedophilia and war crimes were not core #Republican values? Those were good times. 133
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 16/09/2026jamesdmelton.substack.comPolitical Holy WarsRepublicans see Democrats as more than just wrong. They increasingly depict them as satanic. 101
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 15/09/2026The latest LITST asks the question: Why do Trump supporters think Democrats are satanic? jamesdmelton.substack.com/p/political-...jamesdmelton.substack.comPolitical Satanic PanicAlso, Trump-a-Palooza, Don Jr.'s wedding and more! 000
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 12/09/2026@somemorenews.bsky.social You mentioned that the Republicans could highlight “non-hot” podcasters. That's me. I am a 63-year-old white guy who co-hosts a podcast about the stupidity of our era. We’re on Bluesky: @stupidtimes.netstupidtimes.netLife in the Stupid Times: A Pro-Democracy Podcast: | Life in the Stupid TimesJoin us on 'Life in the Stupid Times', a pro-democracy podcast that humorously examines the current inanity of the Trump era. Together, we can navigate these stupid times and form a supportive communi... 011
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 12/09/2026We don't talk about this enough. www.esquire.com/style/groomi...esquire.comAn Expert Explains What the Hell Is Happening With Stephen Miller's 'Hair'That's not his natural hairline, folks. 031
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 10/09/2026Before Trumpism, I thought of conservatives as being backward-looking, a bit narrow-minded and averse to progress, but mostly well-meaning. 161
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 09/09/2026Chippendales Recalls 4,000 Tons Of Tainted Man Meat — theonion.com/chippendales...theonion.comChippendales Recalls 4,000 Tons Of Tainted Man Meat 021
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 05/09/2026Questions to consider in the Lindsay Clancy case: - Is psychosis a real thing? (it is) - Does the law say committing psychotic people to mental institutions can be more appropriate than prison? (Yes. See: John Hinckley Jr.) - Is Lindsay Clancy legally insane? (That's for a jury to decide.) 000
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 05/09/2026What I’m trying to focus on is doing as much pro-democracy work as possible right now, and if that leads to the end times, OK. 010
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 04/09/2026I can’t stop thinking about how awesome that sculpture would look in Chicago’s Grant Park. How do we make that happen? www.nytimes.com/video/us/100...nytimes.comVideo: Kennedy Center Removes Landmark ‘Blue’ Sculpture From GroundsThe Kennedy Center removed a sculpture called “Blue,” by Joel Shapiro, from its grounds on Wednesday. The work was targeted for removal after President Trump took over the center, documents obtained b... 000
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 01/09/2026substack.com/@jamesdmelto...substack.comDissing DollyProof that conspiracy theorists see the Illuminati wherever they look 000
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 01/09/2026Has Donald Trump done more to promote Canadian nationalism than any other U.S. president? 000
Reposted by James D. MeltonM Meerkat @kackbro.bsky.social · 01/09/2026What Say You,MAGATS.......? 692298859
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 01/09/2026Jeremy Greer is getting a lot of hate from the pearl-clutching accounts on Twitter. My take: Be you, Jeremy. The world needs its nonconformists. 010
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 01/09/2026A new episode of Life in the Stupid Times. shows.acast.com/67981e86dc08...shows.acast.comStealing Venezuela’s Oil | Life in the Stupid TimesAlso: Space Cadets, Dolly Parton, Data Centers, and Mission (Not) Accomplished 000
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 26/08/2026substack.com/@jamesdmelto...substack.comThe Dumbest Trade War, Part 2Canada is threatening to cut off the electricity we buy from them. It did not have to be this way. 022
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 25/08/2026NEW LITST EPISODE: Good for you, Canada! shows.acast.com/67981e86dc08...shows.acast.comGood for You, Canada! | Life in the Stupid TimesAlso: Beef from Parts Unknown, Wild Horses and Imaginary Reverse Trans Surgery 000
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 24/08/2026Somebody needs to call Ted Cruz. Maybe he could help smooth things over between his adopted home of the United States and his native land of Canada. 000
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 23/08/2026I have homework for you: Watch the two-part documentary “Mussolini: The First Fascist.” Then come back to this postu no to tell us whether #Mussolini reminds you of someone currently living in the White House. The documentary is on Prime Video and might also be available elsewhere. 120
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 19/08/2026shows.acast.com/67981e86dc08...shows.acast.comSpecial Message: Medicare for All | Life in the Stupid TimesA Yale study shows again that Medicare for All would save lives and money 000
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 19/08/2026I can't get over how unlucky Derek Chauvin has been. He chose to strangle a guy who was going to die that day anyway. Wow. What a terrible misunderstanding! 😏 000
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 19/08/2026My career as a liberal podcaster and social critic is not taking off. Sometimes I think about how easy it would be to do what MAGA influencers do. Their whole job is to spread bullshit and make weak-minded people think minorities are stealing from them. And then, ka-ching! 011
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 19/08/2026shows.acast.com/67981e86dc08...shows.acast.comSpecial Message: Medicare for All | Life in the Stupid TimesA Yale study shows again that Medicare for All would save lives and money 000
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 19/08/2026substack.com/@jamesdmelto...substack.comWe Need Medicare for AllBut we won’t get it without Democratic control of the federal government. 010
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 19/08/2026Let’s explain it in terms MAGA would understand: The amount saved annually by adopting sung-payer health care would fund the United States military budget. 000
Reposted by James D. MeltonBrant Reeves @bireeves95.bsky.social · 18/08/2026The only Consequence, his Company paid a Fine….. 366153485580
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 19/08/2026Jon Ossoff: “He wants to build his ballroom and travel with Natalie.” MAGA influencers: “OMG! No, they are NOT FUCKING! Harp is absolutely not regularly blowing him on Marine One! She absolutely does NOT wear French maid costumes for him and let him call her Ivanka! WHY WOULD YOU SAY THAT?” 141
James D. Melton @jdmchicago.bsky.social · 12/08/2026Everyone knows Trump will try some extreme fuckery before the next Congress is seated. We all must have planned response. 040