Dr Michael John Schmidt
From the Desk of a Male, Pale and Stale
Ideology and groupthink in our public service: certainly immoral and probably illegal.
Should You Watch the Movie ‘Civil War’?
“Journalistic Ethics and Standards” cover principles and practices guiding journalists for responsible and accurate reporting. Here are some key points that any keen observer of the mainstream media (MSM) might have missed: * Truthfulness and Accuracy: Journalists strive to report the truth and provide accurate information. Factual reporting is essential, and
From the Desk of a Male Pale and Stale
The University of Auckland in New Zealand was founded in 1883 as Auckland University College, initially serving as a constituent college of the University of New Zealand. Its humble beginnings were in a disused courthouse and jail, where it started with 95 students and 4 teaching staff. Regretfully amongst these
From the Desk of a Male Pale and Stale
In my previous piece regarding the Reserve Bank (RBNZ) I outlined how the cultural changes overtaking the RBNZ were also overtaking its primary mission and probably did not, ironically, reflect a good return on investment (ROI). The recent release of commemorative coins by the RBNZ, coupled with a consumer complaint,
From the Desk of a Male Pale and Stale
Critics of “diversity, equity, and inclusion programs” (DEI) highlight that determining the realised value of DEI, of preferring staff according to their immutable characteristics e.g., race, sex, or gender, may be biased, complex, and context-dependent. Rarely acknowledged and almost never reported is that DEI initiatives can be costly, problematic,
From the Desk of a Male Pale and Stale
Benito Mussolini, a pivotal figure in 20th-century history, emerged from post-WWI Italy to become a polarising leader. Born in 1883, Mussolini initially embraced socialism before founding the Fascist movement in 1919. Exploiting social and economic upheaval, he seized power in 1922 and instituted authoritarian rule1… but how did he do
From the Desk of a Male Pale and Stale
Writing serves as a vital form of communication, enabling the transmission of ideas, information, emotions, and knowledge across distances and time. Its purpose extends beyond mere transmission; it allows for the preservation of thoughts, cultures, and histories. Through writing, individuals can articulate complex concepts, express creativity, educate, persuade, document events,