Photography with Joe

  Inspired by Daniel Johnson, The Canadian Press, “Greater Toronto commuters are likely bracing for traffic and transit congestion to worsen…” (Sept. 2, 2025). Traffic Fun TORONTO — Toronto’s traffic is so bad right now that even Google Maps has started saying, “Bro, just don’t.” And it’s only about to get worse, because the banks and Rogers want everyone back in the office. That’s right—Scotiabank is demanding four days a week. Which is adorable, because if you’ve ever tried to cross King Street at rush hour, it’s basically four days already. Jennifer Keesmaat, former chief planner, says traffic is “at a tipping point.” I think it tipped ages ago. Toronto traffic is like a TTC escalator—broken, backed up, and someone always crying on the way down. The Board of Trade says the problem is there are more cars on Toronto roads than ever before. Over a million more in two decades. Which makes sense, because if you’ve ever sat on the Gardiner, it feels like the entire GTA is parked ...

"Ice, Ice, Tragedy: The Day the Mountain Said 'NOPE!'" By Not-A-Glaciologist, Just a Guy with Cold Feet Picture this: You're sipping cocoa in a cozy Swiss village nestled in the Alps, maybe yodeling a little, minding your own cheese fondue business , when suddenly—BOOM! The entire side of the Birch Glacier belly-flops down the mountain like a 10-million-ton ice cube cannonballing into your backyard. No, this isn’t a deleted scene from Dumb and Dumber Go Hiking —it’s real. It’s terrifying. And also...a little too on the nose for the climate disaster movie we’re all stuck in. So, what happened? It Came from the Glacier The glacier , tired of holding its form like a proper frozen citizen, decided to let it all go —Elsa-style. Let it goooooo! Can't hold it back anymoooore! And it didn’t. Ice. Rock. Mud. Enough weight to crush a small castle—or in this case, the village of Blatten . Boom. Splat. Squish. Blatten flattened. Plotten twist! Science Says: ...

  March 15, 2025 – Saturday Save A Jew St. Patrick’s Day is around the corner—a day when people celebrate Irish heritage by drinking so much they forget where Ireland is. I went out to mark the occasion, though my mind was on other things. Namely, whether anyone was keeping track of Trump’s latest shopping list. He’s publicly said he wants Panama, Greenland, Canada, and Mexico. Most people treat it like the ramblings of a man who thinks the Louisiana Purchase was a checkout option on Amazon. I figured Panama was already in the bag, bought out like a Vegas casino. Turns out, not quite. The country’s still pretending to be independent while BlackRock quietly buys up both entrances to the Panama Canal. They don’t own the canal, but once they control the gates, they can charge whatever they want to let ships through. It’s the geopolitical equivalent of Airbnb: technically, they don’t own the house, but they decide who gets to sleep there. If an AI summarized it, it’d say: Trump’s c...

  High-Density Canada? Or a Grim Future We Can Avoid? Ah, the dream of living in a high-rise where you can practically reach out and touch your neighbor’s cereal bowl. What a time to be alive! As we scramble to house the masses, we’re apparently taking notes from Japan—where the average apartment might be smaller than the average person’s ego. But hey, why not follow the forward-thinking approach of cramming people into boxes? After all, who doesn’t want to live in a glorified closet? Let’s explore this brilliant plan for our future! What We Have Now: A Vanishing Dream Canada is proud of its vast spaces. The kind where you can drive for miles without seeing another soul, or, heaven forbid, someone encroaching on your lawn. The dream of a detached house with a driveway, where children can play outside without being squashed into a concrete jungle, remains the heart of the Canadian ethos. Yet, as we all know, this idyllic existence is shrinking —both literally and metaphoricall...

  [Press Release] Vought International Announces: Paris Olympics 2024 – A Celebration of Unity and Vigilance As the world eagerly anticipates the Paris Olympics 2024, Vought International is proud to stand with athletes and fans alike in celebrating this grand event beneath the iconic Eiffel Tower. This year, the Olympics not only promise to showcase extraordinary talent and sportsmanship but also reinforce our unwavering commitment to safety and security. Eiffel Tower View and Festivities: The heart of Paris will come alive with vibrant Olympic festivities, offering breathtaking views of the Eiffel Tower. Spectators can enjoy a unique blend of cultural exhibitions, fan zones, and live screenings, all set against the backdrop of this historic monument. Our dedication to enhancing the Olympic experience ensures that every visitor feels the magic of Paris. Ensuring Safety Amidst Threats: In light of global concerns, Vought International, in collaboration with French auth...