PhoneBoy of The Lotus 🪷

Experiencing The Lotus Effect with @Pheonix ❤️ #CyberSecurity Evangelist 💻 Podcast Producer 📡 Coffee Achiever ☕️ My Opinions 😝 Healed by #NSNG 🥩

Public Key

npub10t8nery5masxjc2levqnw3gj6h22fdvp72ckg874ctyv35w0qwcspfqeqr

NIP-05 Address

phoneboy@lotuseffect-social.mostr.pub

Profile Code

nprofile1qqs84neu3j2d7crfv90ukqfhg5fdt49ykkql9vtyrl2u9jxg688s8vgpz3mhxue69uhhyetvv9ujuerpd46hxtnfduqs6amnwvaz7tmwdaejumr0dsh2ketg

Publishing to

relay.damus.io

nos.lol

Author Public Key

npub10t8nery5masxjc2levqnw3gj6h22fdvp72ckg874ctyv35w0qwcspfqeqr

Show more details

Last Notes

2026-10-27 12:43:24 UTC

Dude looks like a lady
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/512/928/485/200/477/original/bbf33970129d0972.jpeg

2026-10-23 06:49:35 UTC

Tickets: $220
Dancing with @nprofile…jw3t to our last dance song (Dance With Me) while being played by the band (Orleans) on their farewell tour: Priceless
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/488/877/116/267/126/original/dff61d90ff460668.jpeg
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/488/877/086/377/027/original/6b159cf052cfefbb.jpeg
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/488/877/227/803/725/original/8ac9e9d939837df5.jpeg
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/488/877/263/059/856/original/35e28b050bfe8b9f.jpeg

2026-10-22 13:19:30 UTC

Is it just me or do they design cable modems you buy to randomly shit themselves after a few years? Asking for a friend.

2026-10-21 18:35:53 UTC

Looks like it's a bad day to be a Dude Named Ben.
https://x.com/Mudit__Gupta/status/2112938784392163779

2026-10-10 03:37:13 UTC

No Lotus Effect this week, petalheads. @nprofile…jw3t and I will be enjoying some music at a localish venue.
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/414/512/413/538/586/original/1429facc4b25b90e.png

2026-10-04 00:36:57 UTC

Episode 237 of The Lotus Effect is now available!
@nprofile…jw3t and I discuss the botched Christa Pike execution, OpenAI ditching plans to release their latest model due to safety concerns, FlyDubai flight to Israel grounded, OpenAI employees are quitting over culture, and the petalheads weigh-in on their favorite comedians.
https://lotuseffect.show/237
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/379/839/731/032/431/original/9e0aa95bb8efac79.png

2026-10-03 19:23:43 UTC

EPISODE 33 OF TWO AND A HALF BENS IS NOW AVAILABLE!
The Bens (i.e. @nprofile…ryzy @nprofile…jw3t and I) discuss spying vacuum cleaners, bricked SmartThings, The Jurassic Park AI problem, spying TVs, you need an ID to buy a gaming PC, pirate Minecraft servers, Microsoft snafus and more!
https://twoandahalfbens.com/33
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/378/605/541/807/355/original/e52ad5e9f4ab43ff.png

2026-10-03 00:53:44 UTC

LIVE TECH RANTS RIGHT FUCKING NOW
Join @nprofile…ryzy @nprofile…jw3t and I as we let the tech hate flow through up and straight into your earholes. Come join us!
Listen and troll LIVE at https://twoandahalfbens.live
#lotuseffect in ZeroNode IRC
Listen later @ https://twoandahalfbens.com
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/374/238/694/597/408/original/77934aba1b487483.png

2026-09-26 18:39:52 UTC

NO LOTUS THIS WEEKEND
We plan to be back next week.
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/338/796/945/216/369/original/0a5748ab79ea7931.png

2026-09-25 19:23:43 UTC

I survived a narcissistic ex...and am thriving!
https://youtube.com/shorts/Av7kMjkW4Ro

2026-08-30 00:24:45 UTC

EPISODE 235 OF THE LOTUS EFFECT IS NOW AVAILABLE!
@nprofile…jw3t and I discuss Pre-diabetes, Keto, the benefits of tea, coffee, metformin, artificial sweeteners, plastic cookies, seed oils, and the petalheads discuss their favorite pizza topping.
https://lotuseffect.show/235
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/181/601/519/578/545/original/721ac94c6d0ed99b.png

2026-08-29 17:21:49 UTC

COME EXPERIENCE THE LOTUS EFFECT…SATURDAYS @ 5PM EASTERN (4 CENTRAL)
Join @nprofile…jw3t and I as we deconstruct the latest in health, happiness, higher consciousness, and more!
Listen and troll LIVE @ https://lotuseffect.live
Listen later @ https://lotuseffect.show
Our weigh-in topic this week: your favorite pizza topping. Call or text 253-237-3321!
And join us afterword while we kick off Studio 33, our music request show!
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/179/943/275/330/896/original/216311b73aae2905.png

2026-08-23 00:45:56 UTC

The Lotus Effect Episode 235 Comment Thread

2026-08-22 14:57:40 UTC

EXPERIENCE THE LOTUS EFFECT SATURDAY @ 5PM EASTERN
Join @nprofile…jw3t and I as we dig into health, happiness, high consciousness and more!
Listen and troll LIVE @ https://lotuseffect.live
Listen later @ https://lotuseffect.show
What song best embodies you? Weigh in with a call or text to 253-237-3321.
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/139/733/883/770/987/original/850ca2dbd8466d54.png

2026-08-22 00:38:38 UTC

LIVE TECH RAGE @ 9PM EASTERN!
Join @nprofile…jw3t @nprofile…ryzy and I for the tech podcast NOBODY asks for, but @nprofile…3g0g loves, at least!
Listen and troll LIVE @ https://twoandahaldbens.live
#lotuseffect on ZeroNode IRC
Listen later @ https://twoandahalfbens.com
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/136/358/399/323/247/original/d5afc928b94a3d17.png

2026-08-18 16:40:17 UTC

- reply

SecurID token. I had one back at Nokia.
@nprofile…3g0g @nprofile…jw3t @nprofile…ryzy

2026-08-17 18:41:11 UTC

- reply

One of the things I learned from the show over the years is the brain does not process negatives (e.g. not, no). Given the show is called No Agenda, the amount of money that show has historically brought in, and the fact they’re trying so hard to keep this cash cow going, I think we can conclude what the real agenda behind the show is.
@nprofile…amhl @nprofile…jw3t @nprofile…l4kz

2026-08-17 18:26:36 UTC

- reply

@nprofile…gtgt despite the second amendment, Communist New York does not allow open carry. You’d have to get a permit, which I’m sure the state does not make easy to get.
Tennessee, on the other hand, is a constitutional carry state and open carry is allowed. Only need a permit if you carry concealed.

2026-08-17 18:13:48 UTC

- reply

Remember that AC and JCD were podcasting together for nearly 20 years. That sort of chemistry and timing can’t be replaced overnight.
@nprofile…amhl @nprofile…jw3t @nprofile…l4kz

2026-08-17 02:06:22 UTC

- reply

It took about 200 episodes for No Agenda to round into form and get the dynamic between AC and JCD solid. Took @nprofile…jw3t and I about that many Lotus episodes to achieve the same.
There’s no replacing JCD and the ramp-up time for a suitable replacement is likely to be significant. Personally, I don’t see how the show survives.
@nprofile…l4kz @nprofile…amhl

2026-08-16 12:41:15 UTC

- reply

Not only that, you have to factor in the security of said cloud solutions into your threat model. The more parties involved, the less secure it truly is.
@nprofile…ryzy @nprofile…gtgt

2026-08-15 14:53:00 UTC

BONUS BENS IS NOW AVAILABLE!
@nprofile…jw3t @nprofile…ryzy and I discuss the implications of Microsoft retiring SMS/Voice authentication as well as foisting Passkeys on everyone.
https://twoandahalfbens.com/bonus01
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/100/087/246/103/804/original/63f9ee71007f81ce.png

2026-08-14 18:39:38 UTC

No Lotus Effect this weekend, y’all, @nprofile…jw3t and I will be back next week.
However, we will be on stream tonight (Friday) @ 9pm Eastern for some tech hate, come join us @ https://lotuseffect.live
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/095/299/232/590/347/original/51446d62ee081882.png

2026-08-14 18:30:22 UTC

IMPROMPTU TWO AND A HALF BENS, TWO MINUTES OF HATE EDITION!
@nprofile…jw3t has got something on her chest and it’s not just my hands 😉 Not sure if @nprofile…ryzy will be there, but anyone is welcome to come rant with us on Cleanfeed!
The two minutes of hate will begin tonight (Friday) @ 9pm Eastern.
Listen and troll LIVE at https://twoandahalfbens.live
Join #lotuseffect on ZeroNode IRC
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/095/266/383/514/207/original/33a28558fe1ff5f8.png

2026-08-09 18:09:41 UTC

Roger Craig should have been in the Pro Football Hall of Fame decades ago…in 1985, he achieved something only two other players have done since: 1000 yards rushing and 1000 yards receiving in a single season.
He finally got his Gold Jacket.
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/066/858/382/733/289/original/c85ff14b36053f7c.jpeg

2026-08-08 19:27:04 UTC

- reply

I don't do post-production until Saturday, which is why it wasn't there until...oh a few minutes ago. :P
@nprofile…3g0g @nprofile…ryzy @nprofile…jw3t

2026-08-08 19:26:00 UTC

EPISODE 29 OF TWO AND A HALF BENS IS NOW AVAILABLE!
The Bens (i.e. @ryan @nprofile…jw3t and I) discuss more AI misbehavior, Microsoft UDIDs, Xbox going 100% digital, ads in your beemer, China probes Palo Alto Networks, and more!
https://twoandahalfbens.com/29
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/061/527/719/147/217/original/4e8b6ac918d80d07.png

2026-08-08 19:04:11 UTC

EXPERIENCE THE LOTUS EFFECT...LIVE, SATURDAY @ 5PM EASTERN (4 CENTRAL)
Join @nprofile…jw3t and I as we discuss drinking water in the morning, the new mRNA Flu Vaccine, absolute zero brain freeze, third spaces, protein, biblical eating, antidepressants, cancer and sugar, and more!
Listen and troll LIVE @ https://lotuseffect.live
Listen later @ https://lotuseffect.show
This week's weigh-in topic: what band best embodies who you are? Call or text 253-237-3321! We'll play 'em in Studio 33 after Lotus!
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/061/438/758/936/069/original/639b533f8bc38a0e.png

2026-08-08 00:55:56 UTC

LIVE TECH NEWS ANALYSIS SPONSORED BY @nprofile…3g0g RIGHT FUCKING NOW!!1!
Join @nprofile…ryzy @nprofile…jw3t and I while we take apart the tech news from the last couple of weeks on Two and a Half Bens!
Listen and troll LIVE @ https://twoandahalfbens.live
Join #lotuseffect on ZeroNode IRC
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/057/153/390/891/151/original/88eabbcf749553bc.png

2026-08-01 19:34:46 UTC

COME CELEBRATE @nprofile…jw3t's 50th IN STUDIO 33!
Tonight after The Lotus Effect (about 8pm Eastern), we'll be celebrating the (belated) 50th Birthday of the woman who truly changed my life while we spin some tunes and do what we do.
Listen and chat LIVE @ https://studio33.com
Bring your own music demands and libations
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/117/021/913/977/544/842/original/f1e14b24e845d968.png

2026-07-26 01:06:28 UTC

The Lotus Effect Episode 232 Comment Thread

2026-07-26 01:00:07 UTC

Episode 231 of The Lotus Effect is now available!
Your favorite petalheads (i.e. @nprofile…jw3t and I) discuss tech neck, coffee, penis health, cannabis and kids, no social media for you, kiddo, Dr. GPT will see you see you now, the universe is a simulation, and the Petalheads weigh-in on beer.
https://lotuseffect.show/231
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/983/569/126/254/055/original/c2affd8650af5202.png

2026-07-25 19:35:28 UTC

- reply

Another georgeous baby. Keep repopulating the earth, you two!
Love and light from @nprofile…jw3t and I.
@nprofile…l7un @nprofile…8cz9

2026-07-25 16:25:09 UTC

- reply

Guessing he’s the dude in the video that @nprofile…9qjf posted.
@nprofile…ryzy @nprofile…jejv

2026-07-25 00:46:43 UTC

GOING LIVE @ 9PM EASTERN (6PM SPECIFIC) WITH @nprofile…ryzy @nprofile…3dnn FOR TWO AND A HALF BENS!
We're the tech podcast NOBODY asked for but @nprofile…3g0g does, at least.
Listen and troll LIVE on https://twoandahalfbens.live
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/977/840/515/046/961/original/7166ea7bdb85e758.png

2026-07-22 21:19:04 UTC

- reply

And it doesn't even look like the Woz. :P
@nprofile…l4kz @nprofile…kwcf

2026-07-22 16:39:18 UTC

I can’t say I ever met John C Dvorak, but his influence on my life is undeniable. Between his tech punditry, which I’ve consumed since I was a teenager, No Agenda, and everything in between, he taught me I could question the narrative…on whatever topic.
He’s continuing to stir the pot on the other side, no doubt. RIP
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/964/598/576/131/032/original/5e1eaecf2dc1dcad.jpeg

2026-07-19 00:36:27 UTC

STUDIO 33 IS NOW OPEN!
Join @nprofile…jw3t and I as we spin some tunes and tales, taking YOUR requests or demands.
All the details, including how to listen and troll along are on https://studio33.live
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/943/836/367/952/918/original/1675902458e65964.png

2026-07-19 00:34:55 UTC

Episode 230 of The Lotus Effect is now available!
@nprofile…jw3t and I discuss Ozempic, fat burning, unhelpful habits, meds not to mix with coffee, the holy herb and music, where’s Jimmy Hoffa, where are the aliens, and the petalheads weigh-in on what's on their grill.
https://lotuseffect.show/230
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/943/832/823/048/926/original/42d58556f2fa31eb.png

2026-07-13 15:31:40 UTC

Someone in a work meeting has this in their background.
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/913/384/570/232/829/original/1e4bb8e9fec91756.png

2026-07-12 01:03:34 UTC

Episode 27 of Two and a Half Bens is now available!
The Bens (i.e. @nprofile…ryzy @nprofile…jw3t and I) discuss not owning your digital content, data breaches, AI shenanigans, AI-hallucinated espionage, Microsoft’s Quantum-Safe Roadmap, and more!
https://twoandahalfbens.com/27
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/904/308/331/694/630/original/7afe00ea391a1a48.png

2026-07-11 01:57:17 UTC

LIVE TECH NEWS!
Join @nprofile…ryzy @nprofile…jw3t and I RIGHT FUCKING NOW for Two and a Half Bens!
Listen and troll LIVE @ https://twoandahalfbens.live
Listen later @ https://twoandahalfbens.com
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/898/643/608/863/240/original/fa92b4b4e3824ed1.png

2026-07-04 19:31:45 UTC

- reply

We know how well ITAR worked with keeping encryption out of the hands of “bad actors.” 🙄
@nprofile…3g0g @nprofile…jw3t @nprofile…ryzy

2026-07-04 19:26:55 UTC

We decided to take the holiday off, Petalheads. Enjoy your fireworks, you filthy degenerates.
We’ll be back next week.
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/863/347/266/700/905/original/59facc0c64353753.png

2026-07-04 01:30:21 UTC

No Rideshare Radio this evening…I’ve had a migraine all day.
Not sure we’ll do Lotus on Saturday.
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/858/854/494/109/702/original/dfa45ff600c74b2b.png

2026-06-28 21:43:26 UTC

The Lotus Effect Episode 229 Comment Thread

2026-06-18 21:21:46 UTC

Each of us
A cell of awareness
Imperfect and incomplete
#nowplaying
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/773/183/685/232/866/original/9866948c4bdeb3db.jpeg

2026-06-18 21:15:51 UTC

- reply

As far as I know, I have an original release of 2112. The Starman logo is in the inside fold. It also appeared in an insert of a "new" Farewell to Kings I bought off Scamazon.
And the Permanent Waves I have is definitely original :)
@nprofile…9qjf @nprofile…3g0g
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/773/180/509/470/754/original/4f242f29009cfddf.jpeg
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/773/180/585/539/947/original/329b40cccec143cf.jpeg

2026-06-18 17:51:25 UTC

- reply

@nprofile…3g0g Rush is always a great choice 😉

2026-06-15 18:27:29 UTC

Listen to my music
And hear what it can do
There’s something here as strong as life
I know that it will reach you.
#nowplaying
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/755/530/008/556/874/original/d473edbd5cff287f.jpeg

2026-06-07 03:53:48 UTC

- reply

We expect nothing less, my friend. And yeah, I still need to set up a donate link :P
@nprofile…3g0g @nprofile…ryzy @nprofile…jw3t

2026-06-07 01:11:08 UTC

Episode 226 of The Lotus Effect is now available!
@nprofile…jw3t and I discuss stress and sex, listening and talking in your sleep, heat and your brain, Florida suing OpenAI, Paul McCartney and weed, toxic soil, cola and your kidneys, and the petalheads discuss how they handle electronic-induced rage.
https://lotuseffect.show/226
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/706/159/120/046/968/original/bb2318970e0c2015.png

2026-06-07 00:46:22 UTC

Episode 25 of Two and a Half Bens is now available!
The Bens, i.e. @nprofile…ryzy @nprofile…jw3t and I discuss AI (of course), breaches, Google unclear on the concepts of credentials, sad song signals, and more!
https://twoandahalfbens.com/25
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/706/061/560/956/316/original/c27eadc5590092a0.png

2026-05-30 07:08:09 UTC

NO LOTUS EFFECT THIS WEEKEND
If you haven't already listened to our last episode entitled Black Tar Sugar, you can listen to that here: https://lotuseffect.show/225
We'll be back next weekend @ 5pm Eastern.
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/662/254/461/831/058/original/e22314910286d5fe.png

2026-05-30 00:17:54 UTC

IT’S 10PM…DO YOU KNOW WHERE YOUR CHILDREN ARE?
If they’re not tucked in their beds, they’re probably listening to those degenerates spinning tunes and talking shit on Rideshare Radio!
Join us tonight @ 10pm Eastern (7pm Specific), an hour later than our normal start.
Listen and troll LIVE @ https://rideshareradio.live
Call/text your DJ Demands to 253-237-3321
No Lotus Effect this weekend as @nprofile…jw3t and I have to do a little business with America this weekend.
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/660/640/866/145/861/original/f1872ac0b3e8e95c.png

2026-05-24 23:19:16 UTC

- reply

I should probably set up a donation link for THB. But yeah, come visit @nprofile…jw3t and I :)
@nprofile…3g0g @nprofile…ryzy

2026-05-24 23:17:00 UTC

Episode 24 of Two and a Half Bens is now available!
@nprofile…jw3t @nprofile…ryzy and I discuss Windows feature parity, AI all up in everyone's business, unnecessary tech in vapes, Unpatched Bugs in Chrome, and more!
https://twoandahalfbens.com/24
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/632/100/279/567/765/original/f6a8f6ec67bad921.png

2026-05-23 06:15:58 UTC

- reply

@nprofile…l4kz I hanker for a hunk of cheese :P

2026-05-23 06:15:30 UTC

EXPERIENCE THE LOTUS EFFECT...SATURDAYS @ 5PM EASTERN
Join @nprofile…jw3t and I as we discuss what caught our attention this week.
Listen and troll LIVE @ https://lotuseffect.live
Listen later @ https://lotuseffect.show
Do y'all believe in weather modification? Weigh-in at 253-237-3321!
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/622/411/249/921/099/original/7a7efe8dc355d969.png

2026-05-17 01:59:16 UTC

Episode 224 of The Lotus Effect is now available!
@nprofile…jw3t and I discuss Benadryl, coffee, better health according to WHO, cholesterol, free energy, fibermaxxing side effects, the frequency of music, living plastic, and the petalheads weigh in on what they got as adults they wish they had as children.
https://lotuseffect.show/224
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/587/439/165/348/274/original/753da2a2a01f7dd7.png

2026-05-16 16:23:02 UTC

EXPERIENCE THE LOTUS EFFECT SATURDAY 5PM EASTERN
Join @nprofile…jw3t and I for a great goddamn time.
Listen and troll LIVE @ https://lotuseffect.live
Listen later @ https://lotuseffect.show
What is that thing you always wanted as a kid but bought yourself as an adult? Weigh-in at 253-237-3321!
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/585/166/396/318/376/original/f918cf9bf735ba72.png

2026-05-10 00:38:17 UTC

Episode 223 of The Lotus Effect is now available!
@nprofile…jw3t and I discuss coffee, allergies, dreams, ADHD and anger, winning the war on AI datacenter, Soylent for real, restoring the Chinook salmon, WKRP is real, and the petalheads weigh-in on their favorite ice cream flavor.
https://lotuseffect.show/223
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/547/485/339/672/096/original/3097855c56ecb4ca.png

2026-05-10 00:36:58 UTC

Episode 23 of Two and a Half Bens is now available!
@nprofile…ryzy @nprofile…jw3t and I discuss Firestarter malware, nudify apps, AI shenanigans, BlueHammer, quantum computing hype, password resets, and more!
https://twoandahalfbens.com/23
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/547/476/830/896/533/original/da453d3591bf7785.png

2026-05-09 05:00:31 UTC

- reply

We still kicking it :)
@nprofile…udc0 @nprofile…jw3t

2026-05-09 02:57:25 UTC

EXPERIENCE THE LOTUS EFFECT SATURDAY @ 5PM EASTERN
Join @nprofile…jw3t and I as we discuss whatever it is we found interesting this week.
Listen and troll LIVE @ https://lotuseffect.live
Listen later @ https://lotuseffect.show
What's your favorite flavor of ice cream? Weigh-in at 253-327-3321!
And stick around after Lotus for the music request show y'all need: Studio 33!
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/542/362/240/952/814/original/5e30b8e96717bb16.png

2026-05-01 23:53:04 UTC

No Lotus Effect this week, but we are doing Rideshare Radio Friday night 9pm Eastern!
Join me while I entertain @nprofile…jw3t and a bunch of other degenerates with tunes, talk, and YOUR music requests/demands.
Listen and troll LIVE @ https://rideshareradio.live
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/501/996/677/364/308/original/6b8dfc02bebe4897.png

2026-04-26 01:48:16 UTC

- reply

I just reproduce the article headline in the show notes.
@nprofile…sk9g @nprofile…3g0g

2026-04-26 01:42:23 UTC

The Lotus Effect Episode 223 Comment Thread

2026-04-26 01:22:27 UTC

- reply

It was corrected in real-time.
@nprofile…sk9g @nprofile…3g0g

2026-04-25 19:02:55 UTC

Episode 22 of Two and a Half Bens is now available!
The Bens discuss Firestarter malware, nudify apps, AI shenanigans, BlueHammer, quantum computing hype, password resets, and more!
https://twoandahalfbens.com/22
And yes @nprofile…3g0g, I did update the RSS feed this time :P
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/466/891/610/044/284/original/fbc5d117e6fedbcb.png

2026-04-25 18:44:37 UTC

EXPERIENCE EPISODE 222 OF THE LOTUS EFFECT...LIVE @ 5PM EASTERN!
Join @nprofile…jw3t and I as we discuss whatever caught our attention this week while navigatating a world that is changing rapidly...
Listen LIVE @ https://lotuseffect.live
Listen later @ https://lotuseffect.show
Our weigh-in topic this week: how do ya like your ice cream, soft or hard? Call or text 253-237-3321
And, also, hang out and listen to tunes and talk after in Studio 33!
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/466/803/809/915/235/original/0f653c94b1b6ccc9.png

2026-04-23 20:45:58 UTC

- reply

Yah, sorry about that. Should be fixed now. I forgot to do that sometimes :P
@nprofile…3g0g @nprofile…jw3t @nprofile…ryzy

2026-04-19 01:16:14 UTC

Episode 21 of Two and a Half Bens is now available!
The Bens (i.e. @nprofile…jw3t, @nprofile…ryzy, and I) discuss age verification, support nightmares, forced multi-factor authentication, GPS, poisoned and leaked AI, rowhammer comes to GPUs, and more!
https://twoandahalfbens.com/21
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/428/720/669/471/615/original/f3011fb0f2b0c2da.png

2026-04-18 03:39:38 UTC

BACK TO THE ORIGINAL TIME...THIS TIME, FOR SURE!
Join @nprofile…jw3t and I as we talk about whatever bullcrap we found interesting this week on...The Lotus Effect!
We're LIVE @ 5pm Eastern on Saturday, listen and troll along at https://lotuseffect.live
Listen later @ https://lotuseffect.show
Our weigh-in is STILL...share with us one of your most embarrassing moments. Call or text 253-237-3321.
And hang out after for the one and only music request show: Studio 33!
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/423/615/258/204/431/original/868c6b0b15de6042.png

2026-04-10 17:00:09 UTC

Join @nprofile…ryzy @nprofile…jw3t and for the tech podcast NOBODY asked for…but everyone loves!
We’ll be streaming LIVE @ 9pm Eastern (6pm Specific) on https://twoandahalfbens.live
Troll along on ZeroNode IRC in #lotuseffect
Listen later at https://twoandahalfbens.com
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/381/463/953/711/286/original/a47e5d168e1361fd.png

2026-04-08 17:02:02 UTC

- reply

You’d think they’d redesign US power strips to accommodate those. 🤪
@nprofile…9qjf @nprofile…thll

2026-04-02 21:09:21 UTC

Better late than never but Episode 20 of Two and a Half Bens is finally available!
The Bens (i.e me, @nprofile…jw3t and @nprofile…ryzy) discuss age verification on Linux systems, Android sideloading, Hide My Email not so hidden, AI sneaking into the Farm Bill, lots of other AI shenanigans, and more!
https://twoandahalfbens.com/20
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/337/148/684/113/265/original/4aa8957e2bffbfd4.png

2026-03-21 15:49:18 UTC

EXPERIENCE THE LOTUS EFFECT…SATURDAYS @ 9PM EASTERN
Join @nprofile…jw3t and I as we discuss the unhealthy behind the health news so you can keep Stayin’ Alive!
Listen and troll along LIVE @ https://lotuseffect.live
Listen later @ https://lotuseffect.show
This week’s weigh-in topic: do you believe in aliens (the extra terrestrial kind)? Call or text 253-237-3321 and let us know!
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/267/933/769/567/579/original/dc7efdca9cadfdcc.png

2026-03-15 03:45:28 UTC

Two and a Half Bens Episode 19 is now available!
@nprofile…ryzy @nprofile…jw3t and I discuss more AI shenangigans, Steam and malware, expsenive API key theft, data leaks from identity verifiers, glassholes, Amazon outages, age verfification, and more!
https://twoandahalfbens.com/19
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/231/131/862/305/216/original/5a3f75b9eb873ebd.png

2026-03-10 13:27:05 UTC

- reply

@nprofile…zm7x even today, gas where I live in Tennessee is cheaper than in Washington State, which has some of the highest fuel taxes in the country. Still, it has gone up almost $1/gal over the past several days.

2026-03-07 15:16:08 UTC

EXPERIENCE THE LOTUS EFFECT…SATURDAY @ 9PM EASTERN
Join @nprofile…jw3t and I as we deconstruct food, health, and wellness…all while having a great goddamn time!
Listen and troll LIVE @ https://lotuseffect.live
Listen later @ https://lotuseffect.show
For people like @nprofile…x8lf who call or text 253-237-3321, our weigh-in topic is: what do you do for “me” time?
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/188/534/241/317/201/original/dafb2ca04bf36f58.png

2026-03-01 05:57:16 UTC

Episode 217 of The Lotus Effect is now available!
Your favorite petalheads discuss processed food, statins, microplastics, fake medical conditions, fibermaxxing, forever chemicals, and, with apologies to @nprofile…x8lf, the petalheads weigh-in with their first signs of Spring.
https://lotuseffect.show/217
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/152/376/474/236/733/original/d0ed1dc04d2a91d7.png

2026-02-22 06:08:09 UTC

- reply

@nprofile…x8lf I'm sure they'll find that hilarious.

2026-02-22 05:08:29 UTC

Episode 18 of the tech podcast NOBODY asked for but everyone loves...Two and a Half Bens!
@nprofile…jw3t @nprofile…ryzy and I discuss OpenClaw, Scott Schambaugh, AI news, Doordashing Waymos, Microsoft, password managers, Texas suing TP-LINK, and more!
https://twoandahalfbens.com/18
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/112/546/583/888/931/original/2f5048c4ffefb05e.png

2026-02-05 02:19:51 UTC

Tonight’s dinner is also a short on YouTube: https://youtube.com/shorts/dQRbJa3rtIg
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/116/015/627/396/299/195/original/c33a5408e8157219.jpeg

2026-01-25 06:26:02 UTC

- reply

Hard to beat the original by Stu Phillips :P
@nprofile…9qjf @nprofile…lsen @nprofile…l4kz @nprofile…rql7 @nprofile…yxhv @nprofile…jw3t @nprofile…m0ek

2026-01-25 04:59:50 UTC

THE SWEET SIXTEEN EPISODE OF THE TECH PODCAST NOBODY ASKED FOR...BUT EVERYONE LOVES!
@nprofile…ryzy @nprofile…jw3t and I discuss more AI bullshit, disabling car functionality via OTA updates, malicious browser extensions, cURL kills theer bug bounty program, and more!
https://twoandahalfbens.com/16
Next episode is scheduled for 6 February @ 9pm Eastern...see ya then!
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/115/953/966/313/444/228/original/f6ef2dd2b9546f9b.png

2026-01-24 10:28:40 UTC

EXPERIENCE THE LOTUS EFFECT…NOW
AT IT’S NEW TIME!
Join @nprofile…jw3t and I as we dissect the latest health news so you can be healthier, happier, and achieve a higher consciousness! Saturday 9pm Eastern (8 Central).
Listen and troll LIVE @ https://lotuseffect.live
Listen later @ https://lotuseffect.show
What’s your favorite Dungeons and Dragons story? Call or text 253-237-3321!
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/115/949/577/322/068/211/original/2aaf3da28a9a42f8.png

2026-01-20 00:54:02 UTC

Wherein I talk about past, present, and future you and how awareness of this can increase your level of presence in your own life.
https://youtu.be/Wpi_UwcFn5Q

2026-01-18 07:31:32 UTC

Episode 212 of The Lotus Effect is now available!
@nprofile…jw3t and I discuss eggs and GLP-1s, doomscrolling, junk food ads, exercise for depression, microplastics, cheese recalls, and the petalheads weigh in on their favorite card game.
https://lotuseffect.show/212
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/115/914/928/634/337/037/original/1a3d81ef3182fa60.png

2026-01-17 04:19:51 UTC

- reply

They all have crap in them, probably. :P
@nprofile…9qjf @nprofile…ya4z @nprofile…3rs3 @nprofile…8c9a

2026-01-17 01:44:34 UTC

RIDESHARE RADIO...IT'S LIKE RADIO USED TO BE
Join me while I entertain @nprofile…jw3t and a bunch of other degenerates with music and mayhem in...Rideshare Radio!
Live at 9pm Eastern (6pm Specific)!
Listen in and troll along @ https://rideshareradio.live
Also note that The Lotus Effect airs LIVE on Saturday night @ 9pm Eastern and for our weigh-in topic this week, it's: your favorite card game. Call or text 253-237-3321!
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/115/907/894/077/155/665/original/9d39e3f2f10338d2.png

2026-01-11 17:53:27 UTC

Episode 211 of The Lotus Effect is now available!
@nprofile…jw3t and I discuss the new Dietary Guidelines, what semaglutide really does to you, the mind/body connection, coffee, ADHD drugs, counting calories, and the petalheads weigh in on their favorite snowman story.
https://lotuseffect.show/211
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/115/874/763/589/447/575/original/2831ea63602e65e1.png

2026-01-11 04:56:23 UTC

Episode 15 of the tech podcast NOBODY asked for but EVERYONE loves...Two and a Half Bens...is now available!
@nprofile…ryzy @nprofile…jw3t and I discuss more fallout from the LastPass breach, Clippy 2.0, bad TACs, more AI bullshit, SmartTV data, and more!
https://twoandahalfbens.com/15
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/115/874/682/137/663/831/original/15f55f697d3d9128.png

2026-01-10 14:40:35 UTC

EXPERIENCE THE LOTUS EFFECT…NOW AT A NEW TIME!
Join @nprofile…jw3t and I while we dig into the new Dietary Guidelines, what semaglutide really does to you, the mind/body connection, coffee, ADHD drugs, and counting calories…
We do our show LIVE at its NEW time of 9pm Eastern (8pm Central) on Saturday night.
Join us and toll along at https://lotuseffect.live
Our weigh-in topic: favorite snowman story. Call or text 253-237-3321!
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/115/871/297/770/117/986/original/279c1b42d8dcc0f5.png

2026-01-07 22:20:19 UTC

Wasn't sure I would ever see the day, but it sounds like a nearly complete reversal of the Dietary Guidelines we've had in the United States since 1980. Eating real food...works!
https://www.hhs.gov/press-room/historic-reset-federal-nutrition-policy.html
https://realfood.gov/
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/115/856/132/446/775/816/original/ddd2e3d1a4ffa49c.png
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/115/856/135/343/532/196/original/b787cc2ec78cbaa7.png

2026-01-04 02:50:25 UTC

The Lotus Effect Episode 211 Comment Thread

2026-01-03 18:22:09 UTC

- reply

@nprofile…99v0 thanks brother 🙏👊🏻

2026-01-03 01:15:04 UTC

TAKE A RIDE WITH US ON RIDESHARE RADIO
Join @nprofile…jw3t and I as we entertain a bunch of degenerates with music and mayhem...starting at 9pm Eastern (6pm Pacific).
Listen and troll LIVE @ https://rideshareradio.live
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/115/828/505/651/667/620/original/dd6c71d482e63446.png

2025-12-31 17:37:32 UTC

ROCK AND ROLL INTO 2026 WHILE SHIT-TALKING OVER CARDS AGAINST HUMANITY!
Casa Lotus is throwing a New Years Eve party and y'all are invited! We'll be playing music and Cards Against Humanity with everyone...come join us tonight @ 9pm Eastern (6pm Pacific)!
Listen and troll LIVE @ https://lotusafterdark.live
https://cdn.masto.host/lotuseffectsocial/media_attachments/files/115/815/385/605/887/384/original/a74255775a706aa7.png