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April 01, 2024
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The work of The Lunduke Journal brings me a tremendous amount of joy -- I absolutely love what I do.  The shows, the articles, the comics... all of it.

But I would be lying if I said the challenges were not, at times, more than a little daunting.

When every other prominent Tech News outlet is already struggling to stay in business... I decide to make it even harder by swimming upstream.  I turn down every penny of advertising and sponsorship offered so that The Lunduke Journal can always report the truth.  The traditional, most used avenue for funding a publication... gone.

That, alone, would be enough of a challenge.  But it doesn't end there.

Big Tech doesn't like Lunduke

Big Tech outlets fear my reporting -- and for obvious reasons.  Many Tech firms now have a hard "No talking to Lunduke" policy for their PR, Marketing, and Executive teams.  Shoot.  I know of several companies that have had meetings just to strategize about how to "deal with Lunduke".

While I have a loyal network of internal sources at most of these companies, not being able to talk directly (and openly) with their PR teams presents significant challenges.

Along those same lines, many companies have exerted pressure on other organizations... "encouraging" them to not work with me.

Conferences, YouTubers, and Podcasters have all been leaned on, by multiple tech companies, to not publicly interact with me and the stories I report at The Lunduke Journal.  They are all at risk of losing valuable (and much needed) sponsorship dollars if they were to, say, book me on their shows.  Or give me a keynote slot at their conference (something which would otherwise be a noteworthy boost to attendance for them and, hence, a no-brainer).

Open Source, Censorship, and Politics.

Leadership of Open Source projects are under heavy pressure, by political extremists, to not interact with The Lunduke Journal in any way.  Interviews, and even answering simple questions, are met with threats (of multiple kinds) from these extremists.  And, not wanting to risk the success and stability of their projects, many Open Source leaders simply capitulate -- they give in to the extremists demands.

Again... if it stopped there... woof.  That would be more enough problems.  But it continues.

Those same political extremists, along with representatives from many Tech Firms, are dedicated to silencing me in as many ways as they can.

Often this means simple censorship of Lunduke Journal stories -- almost always deleted and banned across forums, Hacker News, Reddit, and many other sites.

In other cases, there are groups who scour the Web for posts which mention or link to Lunduke Journal articles or videos.  And, when found, these groups will contact the author who mentioned the word "Lunduke" and heavily encourage (read: bully) them into removing that reference.  (Shoot.  I can't even sneeze without getting banned or censored on YouTube nowadays.)

Sometimes it's for politlcal reasons, sometimes business reasons... regardless the number of people, organizations, and companies who adamantly want to silence The Lunduke Journal grows by the day.

They want to not only silence the facts that I report... by my opinions as well.  They view my words as "dangerous"... as an existential threat.

I do it gladly

In all honesty, I'm not looking for any sort of pity here.  These are significant challenges, to be sure.  But I tackle them willingly.

In fact, in a way... it is gratifying.  Because it means I'm doing something right.

Just the same, the challenges are significant.  And I absolutely cannot do this alone.

In order to succeed -- to be able to continue getting these stories to the public -- I need all of you.  Specifically for two critical things:

  1. Funding.  That one is obvious.  Without ad revenue or Big Tech funding, I am reliant entirely on subscriptions and contributions.  If you have a few extra coins jangling around, I can put them to good use.
  2. Spreading the word.  That might be less obvious... but it is no less important.  If you see an article or show that you like... tell people.  Post it to social media.  Put it on forums.  Submit it to any website you frequent.  If they want to silence The Lunduke Journal... we simply can't let them.

So, if you haven't subscribed yet, now's the time.  The more people that subscribe (or simply do one-time donations), the more Lunduke Journal articles and shows I can afford to release for free (without being subscriber exclusives).  And -- along the same lines -- the less time I need to spend thinking about funding, the more time I can spend writing articles, investigating new stories, and recording shows.

To those of you who are already subscribers: Thank you!

I've said it before, and I'll say it again... this truly would not be possible without you.

 

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December 26, 2024
Wow! Only 2 Lifetime Subs left to hit the January Lunduke Journal goal!

I am abso-friggin-lutely gobsmacked.

If just two more people pick up Lifetime Subscriptions (or a handful of Yearly subscriptions), The Lunduke Journal will have hit our subscription and funding goal for next month!

That means -- if 2 of you amazing nerds jump in -- The Lunduke Journal won't need to worry about running any sort of promotion, sale, or fundraiser during the entire month of January (at least)!  Rad beyond words.

You nerds rule.

Want to help push us over 100% -- and keep truly independent Tech Journalism alive and rocking?  You can grab a discounted Lifetime Subscription until midnight tonight (Thursday, Dec 26th).  Scroll down and choose whichever option works best for you.

Those Lunduke Journal Lifetime Sub Details

  • Lifetime Subscriptions for $200, via Locals or Substack.

  • Lifetime Subscriptions for $190, via Bitcoin.

  • Either for yourself or for a gift.

  • Through December 26th.

All the details below. Or pick up a standard monthly / yearly subscription (via whatever subscription platform you prefer).  Everything goes directly towards that January goal — and keeping The Lunduke Journal confidently operating well into the future!

The Famous Lifetime Subscription via Locals

The "World Famous Lunduke Journal Lifetime Subscription" is exactly what it sounds like. Pay once and get full access to The Lunduke Journal (with all the perks of subscription on Locals). For life.

Plus: They make a great, nerdy gift.

New Lifetime Subscriptions are available, for $200, from now through December 26th. Then this option goes "back into the vault".

Here's how to grab one of these coveted bad boys for yourself:

  1. Go to Lunduke.Locals.com/support.

  2. Select "Give Once".

  3. Enter "200" into the amount field.

  4. After checking out, Lunduke will toss you an email once your account is set to full lifetime status. (This usually happens within a few hours.)

Want to purchase a Lunduke Journal Lifetime Subscription as a gift for someone else? Here's how:

  1. Go to Lunduke.Locals.com/support.

  2. Select "Give Once".

  3. Enter "200" into the amount field.

  4. Send an email to "bryan at Lunduke.com" with the subject "Lifetime Gift Subscription". Include the email address and / or Locals user name (if they have one) of the person you would like to gift the subscription to.

  5. Lunduke will email you to confirm details.

The Famous Lifetime Subscription via Substack

You can also snag a Lifetime Subscription via Substack:

  1. Go to Lunduke.Substack.com/subscribe.

  2. Select the “Lifetime Subscription” option.

  3. After checking out, Lunduke will toss you an email once your account is set to full lifetime status. (This usually happens within a few hours.)

If you would like full, Lifetime access to Lunduke.Locals.com (which is included):

  1. Make a free account on Lunduke.Locals.com.

  2. Email “bryan at lunduke.com” with the email address you use on both Substack and Locals (can be different email addresses).

  3. Lunduke will toss you an email once your account is set to full lifetime status on Locals.

The Famous Lifetime Subscription (with Bitcoin discount)

And, finally, you can obtain a Lifetime Subscription via Bitcoin. Save a few bucks with this option, as Bitcoin processing has fewer fees associated with it.

  • Make sure you have a Lunduke.Locals.com account (a free account works just fine).

  • Send $190 worth of Bitcoin (or more) to the following address:

bc1qyjakve8fywm8pz2v99v57yhjj0vzr2vjze6fcq

  • Email "bryan at lunduke.com" with the following information: What time you made the transaction, how much was sent (in Bitcoin), and the email address you use (or plan to use) on Locals.com.

Nice and easy.

-Lunduke

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December 26, 2024
15 hours left to grab a Lunduke Journal Lifetime Sub

Woo!  We're over 85% of the way to hitting our January subscription goal for The Lunduke Journal!  Not too shabby!

Want to help push us over 100% -- and keep truly independent Tech Journalism alive and rocking?  You can grab a discounted Lifetime Subscription until midnight tonight (Thursday, Dec 26th).

Those Lunduke Journal Lifetime Sub Details

  • Lifetime Subscriptions for $200, via Locals.

  • Lifetime Subscriptions for $190, via Bitcoin.

  • Either for yourself or for a gift.

  • Through December 26th.

All the details below. Or pick up a standard monthly / yearly subscription (via whatever subscription platform you prefer).  Everything goes directly towards that January goal — and keeping The Lunduke Journal confidently operating well into the future!

The Famous Lifetime Subscription via Locals

The "World Famous Lunduke Journal Lifetime Subscription" is exactly what it sounds like. Pay once and get full access to The Lunduke Journal (with all the perks of subscription on Locals). For life.

Plus: They make a great, nerdy gift.

New Lifetime Subscriptions are available, for $200, from now through December 26th. Then this option goes "back into the vault".

Here's how to grab one of these coveted bad boys for yourself:

  1. Go to Lunduke.Locals.com/support.

  2. Select "Give Once".

  3. Enter "200" into the amount field.

  4. After checking out, Lunduke will toss you an email once your account is set to full lifetime status. (This usually happens within a few hours.)

Want to purchase a Lunduke Journal Lifetime Subscription as a gift for someone else? Here's how:

  1. Go to Lunduke.Locals.com/support.

  2. Select "Give Once".

  3. Enter "200" into the amount field.

  4. Send an email to "bryan at Lunduke.com" with the subject "Lifetime Gift Subscription". Include the email address and / or Locals user name (if they have one) of the person you would like to gift the subscription to.

  5. Lunduke will email you to confirm details.

The Famous Lifetime Subscription (with Bitcoin discount)

You can also obtain a Lifetime Subscription via Bitcoin. Save a few bucks with this option, as Bitcoin processing has fewer fees associated with it.

  • Make sure you have a Lunduke.Locals.com account (a free account works just fine).

  • Send $190 worth of Bitcoin (or more) to the following address:

bc1qyjakve8fywm8pz2v99v57yhjj0vzr2vjze6fcq

  • Email "bryan at lunduke.com" with the following information: What time you made the transaction, how much was sent (in Bitcoin), and the email address you use (or plan to use) on Locals.com.

Nice and easy.

-Lunduke

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December 24, 2024
No shows Dec 24th, 25th. Lifetime subs available through 26th.

A massive Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah to everyone!

This year the start of Hanukkah lines up nicely with Christmas (starting on sundown, Christmas Day) -- so I'm taking off the 24th and 25th (in honor of Christmas -- and to prepare of Hanukkah).  Regular Lunduke Journal Shenanigans (tm) will resume on Thursday, December 26th.

I love the years when Hanukkah and Christmas are at roughly the same time.  Because the Jewish year is on a lunar calendar -- sometimes that means Hanukkah starts as early as the end of November.  Hanukkah right after Thanksgiving?  Still a lot of fun, but not ideal.

For me, Hanukkah starting at sundown on Christmas Day is just perfect.  Lets each holiday shine and compliment each other.

Also: A huge thank you to everyone who has subscribed or donated to The Lunduke Journal this month.  Because of you we have almost accomplished our funding goal... for next month.  We're sitting around 80% or so.  How sweet is that?

That is one heck of a fantastic holiday gift for me -- as it means I may not need to worry about running any promotions or fundraising during the entire month of January.

Less time worrying about boring business stuff, more time doing the fun Tech reporting I love.  A great way to go into Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Years.

If anyone feels like pushing us over the line (zero pressure)... I'm keeping the Lunduke Journal Lifetime Subscription available through the 26th.  If you want one (for yourself or as a gift), feel free to snag one.  They're awesome.

Either way, you rule.  Enjoy whichever holiday you celebrate.

Eat something yummy.  Do something nerdy.  You deserve it.

-Lunduke

Those Lifetime Sub Details

  • Lifetime Subscriptions for $200, via Locals.

  • Lifetime Subscriptions for $190, via Bitcoin.

  • Either for yourself or for a gift.

  • Through December 26th.

All the details below. Or, you know, pick up a standard monthly / yearly subscription (via whatever subscription platform you prefer). No pressure. Everything goes directly towards that January goal — and keeping The Lunduke Journal confidently operating well into the future!

The Famous Lifetime Subscription via Locals (+ Gift Option)

The "World Famous Lunduke Journal Lifetime Subscription" is exactly what it sounds like. Pay once and get full access to The Lunduke Journal (with all the perks of subscription on Locals). For life.

Plus: They make a great, nerdy gift.

New Lifetime Subscriptions are available, for $200, from now through December 26th. Then this option goes "back into the vault".

Here's how to grab one of these coveted bad boys for yourself:

  1. Go to Lunduke.Locals.com/support.

  2. Select "Give Once".

  3. Enter "200" into the amount field.

  4. After checking out, Lunduke will toss you an email once your account is set to full lifetime status. (This usually happens within a few hours.)

Want to purchase a Lunduke Journal Lifetime Subscription as a gift for someone else? Here's how:

  1. Go to Lunduke.Locals.com/support.

  2. Select "Give Once".

  3. Enter "200" into the amount field.

  4. Send an email to "bryan at Lunduke.com" with the subject "Lifetime Gift Subscription". Include the email address and / or Locals user name (if they have one) of the person you would like to gift the subscription to.

  5. Lunduke will email you to confirm details.

The Famous Lifetime Subscription (with Bitcoin discount)

You can also obtain a Lifetime Subscription via Bitcoin. Save a few bucks with this option, as Bitcoin processing has fewer fees associated with it.

  • Make sure you have a Lunduke.Locals.com account (a free account works just fine).

  • Send $190 worth of Bitcoin (or more) to the following address:

bc1qyjakve8fywm8pz2v99v57yhjj0vzr2vjze6fcq

  • Email "bryan at lunduke.com" with the following information: What time you made the transaction, how much was sent (in Bitcoin), and the email address you use (or plan to use) on Locals.com.

Nice and easy.

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