Money

15
Oct
Five October things

Five October things

Books about polar terror, investment platforms for teens, and October luxuries.
7 min read
04
Apr
Sam sitting next to Paddington Bear

Springtime

On finally deciding I was ready to buy a flat, and some great art, books and games which have been occupying me recently.
7 min read
25
Aug
four abstract illustrations of the cost of living crisis from Midjourney

10 ways to inflation-proof your budget (tips from an AI)

I got an AI to write a blog post for me. Let's see how it did.
6 min read
22
Jul
A painting of three witches being burned

Tell me your politik

On witchburning, scruffy hospitality, and great new music.
5 min read
21
Jul
Worried about SA's economy? Here's how to sleep a little better at night.

Worried about SA's economy? Here's how to sleep a little better at night.

Worried about South Africa's economy? Here are some practical things you can do to reduce your financial risk.
12 min read
01
Jul
Sam Beckbessinger Covid vaccine

Inequality is weird

Polite Sukoku pros, deals with the devil, Kate Bush... five things that have caught my attention this week.
6 min read
13
May
A laptop in front of a view of the Adriatic sea.

Pozdrav iz Dubrovnik 🇭🇷

Strange finds in the Red History Museum in Dubrovnik, eel facts, and buying a house.
5 min read
29
Apr
Bursting with pride day

Bursting with pride day

actually dying of joy today
4 min read
11
Mar
"Not an Important Failure"

"Not an Important Failure"

WH Auden, a demon barber, and an ode to the recklessness of springtime
5 min read
14
Dec
Should I pay off my home loan or invest?

Should I pay off my home loan or invest?

One of the most frequently asked questions I get: if you find yourself with extra cash, should you invest it or pay off your home loan?
2 min read