More flights at this Everett airport is great despite complaints
I love a small airport over the large counterpart which is why more airlines out of Everett's Paine Field is good news for Western Washington.9 years ago
Shower thoughts: Trump, Mueller, dad jokes and left-handed pencils
In this edition of shower thoughts: Trump's interview with Mueller, the death penalty, dad jokes, and why trading in the market feels better than working.9 years ago
We’re about to pay more for solar power and washing machines
Trump just placed tariffs on two imported solar panels and washing machines. Why do we ignore that we live in a global marketplace?9 years ago
What we all hate to admit about Tom Brady
Some love him. Others hate Tom Brady. But there's something that many do not want to talk about when discussing the Patriot's quarterback.9 years ago
Durkan’s press conference was great optics, but not much else
Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan's recent press conference was great optics. But digging deeper, does her announcement really do anything?9 years ago
Trump conspiracy theories, #MeToo rules, and the NFL
In this week's shower thoughts, Ron considers a Trump conspiracy theory, where coffee really comes from, and how to be a football fan at this point.9 years ago
We just got the worst ‘good news’ in American history
President Donald Trump received a clean bill of health recently. Why this good news should actually be concerning to Americans.9 years ago
Cryptocurrency: How do we determine what is valuable?
What is the logic behind placing value on cryptocurrency, gold, and paper? Bitcoin and the like are apt to change our relationship with money.9 years ago
Seattle rents are down but affordable housing is still missing
Seattle rents have finally dropped "significantly." But does that mean there's affordable housing in the Emerald City? Let's look closer.9 years ago
7-Eleven, ICE, and another bad move under Trump
Immigration raids targeting 7-Eleven stores is just another sign that President Trump is at war with minorities in America.9 years ago
Shower thoughts: Vegans, #MeToo, and a degenerate car prowler
Pondering why people walk on the sidewalk like that. Also, do the James Franco reports add up to #MeToo moments?9 years ago
Forget the smart home, I like to keep my place stupid
There's a lot of talk about upgrading to a smart home. But is it all it's cracked up to be? Call me old fashioned, but I like my home dumbed-down.9 years ago
The NCAA’s exploitative line between players and coaches
The NCAA has a problem -- the financial line between highly-paid coaches and unpaid football players. What is it when you exploit people for profit?9 years ago
Is Trump living the smarmy plot of ‘The Producers’?
Is President Donald Trump living out the plot for "The Producers" on the stage of the United States of America? The Fire and Fury book implies as much.9 years ago
Ron’s first shower thoughts of 2018
Random thoughts from Ron Upshaw in his first 2018 installment of shower thoughts.9 years ago
2 things to know when making a life change
We all come to a point when it's time to make some life changes. These are two things that will help you be successful when you do.9 years ago
Do you tilt? How to actually accomplish New Year’s resolutions
How a little poker wisdom can help anyone have success with their New Year's resolutions -- you need to know your tilt.9 years ago
How to make 2018 a better year than 2017
For many, 2017 was a challenging year. But it's not that bad. We live in an amazing area that is worth being grateful for.9 years ago
Shower thoughts: Classically new music and more harassment
In this edition of Shower Thoughts, Ron considers the second coming of Led Zeppelin music, more sexual harassment claims, and the state of the Seahawks.9 years ago
So this is what we’ve become?
So this is what we've become? The entire country now breathes a sigh of relief that an alleged serial pedophile narrowly lost an election to the US Senate?9 years ago
The greatest gift you can give yourself next year
It's the holiday season and everyone is coming forth with novel gift ideas. This one is deceptively simple and will be powerful throughout 2018.9 years ago
As a Seattleite, I’m embarrassed by the Seahawks’ behavior
I was proud how the Seahawks represented Seattle in the past. Now I'm embarrassed to be associated with their behavior. Have we misjudged this team?9 years ago
A white collar executive finally gets jail time
We rarely view white collar crime the same as other offenses. But we should. And people should go to jail even if they have a corner office.9 years ago