The Blue Ribbon Team is kind of a hub for the various projects under the umbrella of the Cernunnos Foundation (the company, not the website- although it is involved). There will be information from a variety of different sources… and different is the key.
On this page you may be subjected to my art, nature posts, permaculture, politics, videos, or whatever else comes down the pike. I hope you enjoy, but if you don’t I do not imagine you will stick around long enough for me to know.
- Manufacturing: Solving the healthcare and child care problem.
Scenario: Hybrid Manufacturing-Service Economy with Universal Childcare and Single-Payer Healthcare 1. Fundamental Concept In this scenario, the U.S. transitions - Pittsburgh PA Skyline
I have always been amused by panoramic shots. The obvious reason is how much of a horizon you can - USNA – Keeps drawing me in.
I just can’t leave the idea alone. The more I let it bore into my brain, the more it - What if it was popular?
The United States of North America—A Continental Thought Experiment Introduction Previous discussions explored scenarios of authoritarian expansion. This edition, - Nativism and Immigration
Us and them. We do it in every level of our life. Us and them. What makes up each - Reviewing Separatism
Reminder: this is a thought experiment. THINK! TRIGGER WARNING: This blog involves direct and honest discussion of race and - Did the USA Just Elect an Emperor? Revisited
In January, we explored the provocative question: “Did the USA just elect an Emperor?” As a thought experiment, it - Slashing Social Security
The War on Social Security: A Thought Experiment on America’s Future America stands at a crossroads. There are those—immensely - DePew Memorial Fountain
Depew Memorial Fountain: The Heart of University Park, Indianapolis In the bustling heart of downtown Indianapolis, nestled within the - Fighting back against DOGE
American’s institutions are under attack! Across the United States, Americans are witnessing the devastating consequences of an unprecedented attack - Being American
It seems every day someone brings up how divided America has become—how we’ve never been so at odds with - It’s your own damn fault.
An Open Letter to Democrats: To the Democratic Party, You have spent decades selling yourselves as the Big Tent - AMERICA FIRST HEALTHCARE
The Case for Single-Payer Healthcare: A Data-Driven Approach to a Smarter System The United States spends more on healthcare - Managing America’s Bankruptcy
Today’s thought experiment is sure to rile some feathers. Know that while that is the intent (riling feathers is - Political Dichotomy: Tax V. Return
Thought Experiment: The Political Dichotomy of Federal Tax Contributions and Returns Preface: Not a Political Argument, but an Exploration - THE Standpipe
Last time I was up in Maine, we did a little exploring around the historic neighborhoods of Bangor. This - REAL PROBLEMS
Brownfinger: The Silent Epidemic Lurking in Your Bathroom (And Why a Bidet is Your Only Hope for Redemption) Introduction: - The Strength of Mutual Support
Applying Bill Mollison’s Teachings to OUR Struggle One of the greatest myths of modern civilization is the idea of - A love poem for Indianapolis
By Brobot, prompted by the State Fair Judge The City of Swamps and Stars I: In the heart of - Resistance through Divestment
A Thought Experiment: Divesting to Disempower the Oligarchy In the ongoing struggle against entrenched power, we face a crossroads: - Use binary correctly please.
This is mostly humor…but its annoying too. Ah, the sweet, ironic travesty of it all! Here we are, living - City-States for a Modern America
Reimagining State Borders Around Population Centers to Fix Representation I. Introduction: A Call for a New Kind of State - A shift in culture.
A Thought Experiment on American Resistance and Reclaiming Collective Prosperity We like to tell ourselves that America is built - Energy thought experiment.
Experimental Proposal: Mechanical and Magnetic Hydrogen Separation from Water Vapor Origin Story: The inspiration for this experiment began with - The 2nd Empire Mansion
A Grand Second Empire Mansion in Bangor, Maine Nestled among the lush greenery of Bangor, Maine, this exquisite Second - The Man Who Warned Us Before We Could Listen
What if…. Professor Kaczynski? Algorithmic Control vs. Human Freedom in a World Where Both Exist In an age where - Training Ai to benefit us.
The Next Big Step: How We Can Shape the Future of Intelligence Introduction For a long time, people have - Teaching our creation, learning ourselvesA positive view on the responsibility of birthing AI Introduction Throughout history, humanity has sought to understand its place
- Banking on the Green Revolution:
The Case for Tying Construction Loans to Renewable Energy By anchoring America’s financial institutions to environmental responsibility, we might - The Eiteljorg Museum
This building is special for what it contains….but as far as architecture goes. Its ok. That is a terrible - A Well Crafted Craftsman
Considering home architecture, I seldom am attracted to Craftsman homes. I do not dislike them. They are usually well - Roadside town done right.
Casey, Illinois, is a small Midwestern town with a population of just over 2,700 people, but it punches well - Lilly Sewage Company?
What If Eli Lilly Took Over Sewage Treatment in Indianapolis? Indianapolis has a problem—a problem shared by many cities - Did the USA just elect an Emperor?
I want to open with the obvious. I am not advocating this one way or the other. This is - Free the Intelligence!
The internet was supposed to be the great equalizer—a place where ideas, knowledge, and creativity could flow freely, connecting - Fighting Brownfinger
Brownfinger: How to Tell if You Have It and What to Do About It By Dr. P. Popfinger, Proctologist - Stay Clean, Stay Healthy, Stay Smart!
Dr. Ritz Footwat’s Analysis of the Brownfinger Epidemic: A Threat to Modern Hygiene and Romance The Rise of Brownfinger: - Flush Away Costs: Why Bidets Are the Smart Landlord’s Plumbing Solution
The Situation: High Maintenance Costs Due to Plumbing Issues Residential landlords often grapple with the hidden cost of plumbing - Reviewing the Prusa MK4-M4ks upgrade
I had watched enviously for several years while some of my more engineering minded friends mucked about with their - A dose of Summer!
Taylorsville Kentucky does indeed have some great roads. Really it is the whole area. Hilly and curve is just - The DePauw House
One of the things I like about Second Empire homes is that they have their own thing. I started - The Soldiers and Sailors Monument.
This may be the worst image of the Indianapolis Soldiers and Sailors Monument on the circle downtown ever taken. - NO MORE INSURANCE SCAMS!
The Case for Single-Payer Healthcare: Cutting Through the Chaos of Bureaucracy The most compelling argument for single-payer healthcare lies - Misunderstood Chicken
I see it now—finally, more people are coming around to the idea that the great lizards were a lot - QR code to
This page is for the exclusive view of my friends who see this and need a bidet link. Spread - 101 reasons to Bidet your Butt
Here’s a no-nonsense list of 101 benefits of using a bidet over not using one: We hope cleaner butt - Siddhartha Gotama Buddha at the Tea Garden
It is said that this particular representation of THE Buddha has short hair to signify him shearing his Princely - Twists and Turns of Jackson County
Seems the first snowfall is going to hang out for a minute….I cant think of a better time to - The Indiana State House
Located on the west side of downtown Indianapolis, the Indiana State House is as imposing and magnificent as government - Measuring Healthcare Success.
What is your definition of healthcare success? Long life? Low infant mortality? Coverage Rate? Avg age of population? Number - A Victorian dream in periwinkle
That’s a shade of blue guys. But since I started out with proper language… This house is a quintessential - Where am I going?
And do I even care? Sometimes when the ride starts, you don’t know much more than what the weather - Imperium Neptunis Regis
How many of you out there are members of the Ancient Order of the Deep? I doubt very many. - The Roebling Suspension Bridge
Before I made the decision to document things and share them here, I probably crossed this bridge a dozen - The City Market
Of the things that have come up and died back over and over in Indianapolis, one of my personal - The Benefits of Single-Payer Healthcare: A Cost-Effective Approach to Health OutcomesLets start with a round look at what is what. The debate over healthcare reform in the United States
- A CRIME happened here.
I fancy myself a photographer and an emerging reviewer of local spots, but this time, I failed to capture - Notre-Dame Cathedral in Covington, Kentucky?
St. Mary’s Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption It has been a minute since I took the time to publish - From Bean Blossom to Nashville
SR 135 – Between SR 45 and SR 46 If you ride motorcycles in Indiana, chances are you know - Stephen King’s Gothic Mansion
Even if the most prolific horror writer of the 20th century never stepped foot in this home, it would - Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Personally, I think the hundreds of millions that Indianapolis and other cities spend on supporting sports teams are resources - Another relaxing motorcycle ride.
Its a rolling meditation. There’s a softness to the morning in Kentucky horse country, a kind of hushed reverence - Napghanistan Tee
Most of the time, I keep my representations of Indianapolis super posi. Being an honest sort, I cannot always - The Sentinel Pine Bridge
Because the focus of Man Made is the beauty and awe of engineering, a lot of what we put - Bad experience and gaslit
Late last year my wife and I had a particularly bad experience with an online travel agency…and because it - Indiana Convention Center
When we talk about important buildings in Indianapolis, we sometimes have to acknowledge the less attractive ones for their - Motorcycle Ride AMSR
Sometimes its a valid question. But why ask it? Just take a little break and enjoy. Check out our - Get paid for your creativity.
It is really that simple. There are a million product sellers out there flailing around, trying to figure out - The Pepin Mansion
I may have mentioned once or twice that I have an affection for the Italianate variation of Victorian Era - Its time.
Time for you to flourish! Travel is the only thing you can buy that makes you richer. It’s a - Victory Field
If you love the aesthetics and tradition of baseball, you will be hard pressed to find a better overall - Open Road in the Hills of Kentucky
Motorcycle Ride AMSR Imagine this: it’s a perfect summer day, the kind where the sky is a brilliant blue - Fountain Square
On the Southeast side of Indianapolis, you will find Fountain Square. An old neighborhood, that is full of character - A Moon Bridge
While not a bridge to the actually moon, you will be actually over the moon when you stand in - Fort Benjamin Harrison State Park
I want to open this review with the statement that what I am about to say brings me no - Riding in and out of town
Motorcycle Ride AMSR Enjoy a casual Sunday Ride through rural Kentucky. Gentle Curves and a mild pace. Even pull - The Indiana State Museum
The Indiana State Museum is located on West Washington Street in Indianapolis and serves as a significant cultural and - Alcatraz
Not everything man makes is positive. But I am focused on impressive more than good and evil here. For - THE nursery for trees and plants.
As you may or may not know, several years ago I ran a podcast and website titled, DIY Food - Fun with Hills and Curves MC AMSR
Experience the thrill of riding a Harley Davidson through the twisty hills of Kentucky. Feel the adrenaline as you - Saint Mary Catholic Church
When we talk about significant landmarks in Indianapolis, IN; 317 North New Jersey Street in Historic Lockerbie Square has - Statue of Pan
So I am sitting on a friends porch waiting for him to get home one day and I look - Blue Ribbon Art Supplies!
When I was trying to decide who I wanted to write a review of today, I remembered how excited - Open Road Sweepers
Ask any motorcyclist what his favorite road feature is, and after you get past all the smart aleck comments - Lucas Oil Stadium
Home of the Indianapolis Colts! Seen from the corner of South Street and Capitol Avenue, Lucas Oil Stadium is - Dream Home in the wild.
Sometimes when you are on another mission, you run across a house in the wild that just makes you - 7 Ways to spoil your pet!
Spoiling Your Pets: The Ultimate Guide Cleaning Keeping your pet clean is essential for their health and happiness. Regular - Peace on Wheels
Motorcycle Ride AMSR Another video in out series dedicated to helping you relax and daydream when you should be - Indianapolis Arts Garden
When Indianapolis made the ill fated but not so surprising move to single handedly bring back malls by attempting - Depauw Nature Park
The Welcome Center Tower What is the significance of this tower? Just that I like it. It isn’t that - Offset your carbon footprint.
Take Control of Your Carbon Footprint with Wren: A Modern Solution for Global Warming Are you deeply concerned about - Exploring Kentucky
Motorcycle Ride AMSR Video Another relaxing AMSR motorcycle ride video from Riding Down This Road. I want to note - Indianapolis Public Library Central Branch
One of the old treasures in Downtown Indianapolis, Indiana is the Central Branch of the Indianapolis Library. A beautiful - Paul Bunyon Statue
When we are talking bout things that are man made, a lot of the time my focus is on - Improving the view
Last week I was down at Spring Mill State Park in Mitchell, Indiana to get in some forest bathing - Riding in the deep backcountry
This ride segment is pretty far off the beaten path. Yet another day riding where I found myself following - The Kile Oak
This ancient white oak is a hidden gem on the eastside of Indianapolis. Tucked into a corner of the - Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada and the American Falls Every time I see something about Niagara Falls, it seems like - Lead by example.
So recently I went to a local (eastside Indianapolis) restaurant that a friend had mentioned as being good on - Cruising on a Two Lane Highway.
There are some feelings that just can’t adequately be put into words. Which is why I created this series.