The Nicnac Podcast

In this episode, Nicnac tries to find hope in the midst of swirling thoughts.Raindrop Rahposdy by Option 42. Used with the artist's permission.The Fools Guide By ⁠⁠Antony Rotunno.⁠⁠ Used with the artist's permission.

In this episode, Nicnac talks about and reads some of their recent writing. This includes a letter to the State Governors, the Prime Minister of Canada, and some other writings.Should you want to reuse these letters, please feel free to do so. They are included belowRaindrop Rhapsody by Option 42. Used with the artist's permission.The Fools Guide By ⁠Antony Rotunno.⁠ Used with the artist's permission.  Dear Governors,I am writing to express my fears about the Federal Government's poor choices and their devastating effects on our States.The Trump Administration has repeatedly violated the Federal Constitution, ignored judicial rulings, and Congress.  The Trump Administration has also systematically attacked the fragile social safety net that I and others like me rely on for survival. I have no faith that this approach will change. Nor do I have any faith that Congress will impeach and imprison any member of this horrific administration. Finally, I have no faith that Congress will reverse the drastic policies put in place by the barbaric Trump AdministrationThis being the case, I think it's long past time for The States to give the Federal Government an ultimatum; Either give us the funds and services we are entitled to, or we are leaving the union!This may seem extreme and foolhardy, but I see no other option. Obviously, our States can't meet the needs of residents on their own. But maybe if we worked with Canada, other states, and any other interested parties, there may be hope.No matter what you decide, please remember and consider the many poor, disabled transgender and otherwise vulnerable people that live in our States. As a part of this vulnerable population, I am asking for your protection. We are under direct threat from the Federal government. We need housing, medical care, mental health services, and in some cases, much more. We need these vital services now!It is your duty to protect all residents of your state. Please seriously consider this proposal.Sincerely,Nicnac MarshDear Prime Minister Carney,I am a disabled, neurodivergent, and transgender person living in the USA.Although I am a citizen of the United States, I feel unsafe and scared by the rapidly unraveling state of my country. In a last-ditch effort to turn things around, I've sent messages to every State Governor I thought might be open to the idea, requesting that they issue an ultimatum to the US Federal Government along the lines of "Either give us the funds and services we are entitled to, or we are leaving the union!"I sincerely doubt this will be effective, but it seemed like a good step given the Trump Administration's inhuman,  unconstitutional conduct and policy. The US Congress does nothing to effectively combat or control this crisis. The lower courts get ignored, and the Supreme Court is under the Trump Administration's control.So, I feel compelled to seek assistance of any kind from Canada.Please, hear this request and consider it. All across the US, vulnerable people like myself are living in terror. We fear law enforcement breaking down our doors. We fear the lack of due process. We fear dying in a concentration camp or a mental institution. We fear dying in the streets because the Federal Government is too callous to properly house, feed, or provide medical services to us. We fear speaking our minds. We fear being targeted because we are different and vulnerable.Please help us! Do whatever you can. Open your borders to more US refugees. Engage in more diplomacy that helps end Trump's reign of terror. Work with your allies to liberate us.  Help support and protect former US States if they seek independence.Canada seems to be the new leader of the free world. Please step up to help! Take the tired, poor, huddled masses yearning to breathe free. Lift whatever you've got by your borders.Thanks for your time and service. May the free world survive this.Sincerely,Nicnac Marsh

In this episode, Nicnac talks about the ever-decaying state of democracy and wonders if it was ever really a thing to begin with. They also talk about Star Trek and how they interpret its implications for the human condition. They include a recent letter they wrote to their reps about the state of the United States, and end by begging for change in the US or a safe retirement for them and their spouse in a truly just and equitable society. If you choose to write to your reps, a copy of Nicnac's letter is included below:Raindrop Rhapsody by Option 42. Used with the artist's permission.The Fools Guide By Antony Rotunno. Used with the artist's permission. Dear Congress,I am writing to express my continued distress at the state of our country.ICE continues to illegally kidnap people and put them in concentration camps. The illegal war of choice with Iran continues unabated. Wasting billions a day and killing and injuring untold numbers of people on both sides. In the meantime, The FCC is threatening the press and violating the First Amendment. All the while, the Trump Administration is just sitting around laughing as they get away with mass murder and pedophilia. This needs to end! Now!I beg you to impeach and imprison every member of the Administration that has contributed to this catastrophic failure. I would also like to repeat my request for an expanded and functional social safety net.I want a $2,000 a month universal basic income for every person in this country. It should require no paperwork and be subject to an annual cost-of-living adjustment. I want universal healthcare for every person in this country. This needs to include coverage for at least 1 hour of mental health treatment a week as well as vision, hearing, and dental. It also needs to cover reproductive and transgender care.Finally, every person in this country deserves safe, accessible housing in the local of their choosing. Again, no strings attached. No paperwork. Just housing for everyone!These are the things actually needed in this country. A country that fails to provide for the needs of its residents is worthless. I don't want to live in a worthless country anymore!Please do everything you can to remedy these catastrophic circumstances.Sincerely,Nicnac Marsh

In this episode, Nicnac returns from a long hiatus to advocate for expanding our rights to include economic rights. They also talk about how they are coping with the world, given that they are disabled, neurodivergent, and trans.Nicnac’s Rights:All people of the world and all visitors thereto shall have:1. A right to make their own reproductive choices. Including terminating their own pregnancy at any time, and the right to have their ability to procreate medically eliminated upon request at any age.2. A right to be free from discrimination based on race, gender, appearance, class, or physical or mental ability3  A right to choose their own name, pronouns, and gender. Should their body not reflect their gender identity, they shall have the right to freely access the medical services needed to remedy the situation. This shall happen as soon as they express their chosen identity4. A right to free, safe, appropriate, and accessible housing in the place of their choosing.5. A right to free, safe, accessible, and confidential medical care, including physical care, mental care at least once a week for an hour, as well as vision, hearing, and dental care10. A right to free,  accessible, and reliable transportation6. The right to free, reliable, and accessible Internet access on the devices of their choosing7. The right to free electric power, running water, and working and reliable heating and air conditioning.9. The right to assistance in maintaining their home and independence for as long as possible10. The right to a universal basic income tied to inflation that covers their expenses and allows some enjoyment of life. 10. The right to be free from government interference or surveillance.11. The right to free, continuous, and accessible education 12. The right to marry whoever they choose13. The right to be free from required military service 14. The right to pursue their own interests and be free of forced labor15. The right to unionize should they choose to labor.16. The right to full body autonomy, including the right to die at a time and manner of their choosing if the social contract fails Opening track: Raindrop Rhapsody by Option 42. Used with permission of the artistClosing Track: The Fool's Guide by Antony Rotunno. Used with permission of the artist

In this episode Nicnac catches up on flight sim an real aviation news while flying the PMDG Boeing 777-200ER from London to Seattle. Come ride along!