I’ve been called a music elitist, a hipster, and probably a few other things I don’t even know about. I guess that’s what happens when you’ve spent over three decades in and around the music industry. You hear a lot of music, and when you’ve been around long enough, you start to notice patterns—what lasts, … Read more
Hey, before Rolling with Scissors was Rolling with Scissors, it was called Tuesday Morning Aneurysm. Same chaotic energy, same deep dives, same late-night madness—just a different name. This story takes place during those early years when the show was still known by its original title. Some moments stick with you forever—the kind that remind you … Read more
I’ve spent a lot of time adapting my tech setup to work with my disability, and after years of trial and error, I’ve landed on the Apple ecosystem. Not because I think it’s perfect, but because it just works—at least in two key areas that are essential for me: 1. Seamless Dictation – Apple’s built-in … Read more
I recently invited my entire friends list to like and follow the Rolling with Scissors page. I know not everyone pays attention to those invites, and some people just don’t care about following other pages, which is fine. But if you only follow my personal page, you’re going to miss a lot of what I … Read more
I am sick to my stomach. I have never—ever—seen a sitting U.S. president humiliate another world leader like this. Not in my lifetime. Not even close. What happened today in the Oval Office wasn’t diplomacy—it was a disgrace. A national embarrassment broadcast for the world to see. President Donald Trump turned what should have been … Read more
You may have noticed that the only thing I post on social media these days is related to my radio show. That’s not an accident. There’s a reason for it, and it’s worth unpacking. If you’re friends with me on my personal Facebook page, you’ve probably also noticed that the only things I post there … Read more
WORT Community Radio is one of the last truly independent stations left—run by over 300 volunteers with a small staff keeping things running behind the scenes. No corporate playlists. No media conglomerates calling the shots. Just real people, real voices, and real radio. A few times a year, we ask for your help to keep … Read more
It is with profound sadness that we report the passing of legendary actor Gene Hackman, who, along with his wife, Betsy Arakawa, and their dog, was found deceased in their Santa Fe, New Mexico home on February 26, 2025. Hackman was 95 years old. Authorities have stated there are no signs of foul play, and … Read more
Sometimes it feels like we’re living in a satirical mash-up of *1984* and *Black Ribbons*, only the punchline is that it’s not satire—it’s real. The warnings from artists, musicians, and authors that once seemed cautionary now echo like road signs we ignored on the highway to chaos. Take *Black Ribbons* by Shooter Jennings & Hierophant. … Read more
Historical Background: Rattlesnake Symbolism:– The rattlesnake has represented the American colonies since the 1750s.– Benjamin Franklin popularized it with his 1754 political cartoon “Join, or Die,” where the segmented snake symbolized the colonies needing unity.– The rattlesnake isn’t aggressive unless provoked—vigilant, defensive, and ready to strike when stepped on. Christopher Gadsden:– In 1775, Christopher Gadsden—a … Read more