John Ogletree
@john0ogletree.bsky.social
Just a self-taught coder who believes your data isn’t a product. I spend my days writing code, breaking things, fixing them, and finding clever ways to keep the internet a little more private for everyone https://jao.life/
The Gestapo just shot a man in front of his 5-year-old in the Bronx. Thankfully, he is conscious and receiving treatment. DHS claims he wasn't even the intended target—a story we've heard far too many times before. THIS HAS TO STOP. If it acts like the Gestapo and kills like the Gestapo, it is the f
I just saw an AI-generated ad for an AI-powered business card that scans names—all so people can avoid typing six letters into a search bar. We’ve been able to look up a name online since the internet started. Slapping an "AI" label on basic, decades-old capabilities isn't innovation;
At a recent rally, Trump called Democrats "the blues"—and it sure felt like he intended it as a slur. Dropping "the blues" wasn't just shorthand; it was a deliberate jab meant to mock and demean the opposition, turning a simple color label into an insult.
The NCIS Season 24, Episode 2 promo for "Clean Slate" highlights Tony DiNozzo stepping into his new role as NCIS Director. He sets early boundaries, explaining his job is to clear obstacles so the team can solve cases. A playful exchange over his daily coffee limit hints at a lighthearted dynamic ah
Trump approved a recommendation from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to execute Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan by firing squad. Hasan killed 13 people in a 2009 terrorist attack and was sentenced to death in 2013. The directive orders the Army to carry out the execution within 150 days. This
While I currently am bringing my old blog articles over to Substack, I recently received a question on another platform about my publishing strategy. My answer to why I choose not to put a paywall on my writing is simple: I want my content to be fully accessible to everyone, giving readers the optio
My review of *Primetime*, the movie that follows the mid-2000s show *To Catch a Predator*, is now live on Substack. In it, I dig into how the film revisits the cultural phenomenon, its controversial tactics, and the uncomfortable questions it still raises today. If you grew up watching those sting
Unpopular opinion: 'clean girl aesthetic' is just ✨being rich✨ with extra steps. You don't need a $60 water bottle, 12-step skincare, or a beige apartment. You need sleep and a personality. Sorry
🚨 Bug fixed! Omnipost was pulling a "midnight gremlin" move and jumping your date to tomorrow after a certain time. No more time-traveling posts — your date now stays exactly where you set it. 🗓️✅
My main website is now fully up to date after I cleared out the social media accounts I've stopped using.
Chris Hansen slammed his portrayal in A24’s Primetime, claiming the film exploited his personal life, and confirmed he is exploring legal action. My take: this is part of the reason why you actually consult with the character you're portraying, especially if they're still alive.
Why does TikTok keep adding products back to my showcase after I remove them? Whether I dislike them or they don't work, deleted items constantly reappear. Does TikTok just completely ignore creator control over their own advertised showcase?
My movie review for Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning is back up on Substack! Check out my full breakdown of the ultimate spectacle send-off
I’m bringing back my blog and giving my writing a permanent home on Substack! I’ll be relaunching soon with brand-new articles alongside a fully restored archive of classic pieces written over the years. Whether you’ve been following my work for a while or are just tuning in, subscribe
In Dutton Ranch, Cole Hauser’s Rip Wheeler hasn't been recast. Instead, as Rip transitions into running his own operation, Azul (J.R. Villarreal) steps in as the ranch's new dependable foreman—filling the vital role Rip once held under John Dutton.