I will be appearing on Mancow’s popular and nationally syndicated radio show on August 31st to discuss my new book, “Stick It To The Man.” This is the largest radio program I’ve done so far and I look forward to chewing the fat on government and other topics. Tune in starting at 6:10AM Mountain on August 31st!

Unprecedented development here, America! The Federal Reserve has just LOST an UNPRECEDENTED suit to Bloomberg to disclose detailed records regarding its response to the global recession — a crisis it’s largely responsible for. This is a big development and one which could open the door to full transparency and the ultimate dismantling of this unconstitutional institution.

Aug. 24 (Bloomberg) — The Federal Reserve must make records about emergency lending to financial institutions public within five days because it failed to convince a judge the documents should be exempt from the Freedom of Information Act.

Manhattan Chief U.S. District Judge Loretta Preska rejected the central bank’s argument that the records aren’t covered by the law because their disclosure would harm borrowers’ competitive positions. The collateral lists “are central to understanding and assessing the government’s response to the most cataclysmic financial crisis in America since the Great Depression,” according to the lawsuit that led to the ruling.

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For several months, I have struggled with the difficult decision to end my fourteen year run as a technology consultant, the “bread and butter” of my technology career. A number of factors were considered, including the recent release of my book, my revised roadmap (personally and professionally), the recession, etc. I started consulting with businesses and individuals at the tender age of fifteen. I’ve worked with small business owners and the world’s largest corporations on a diverse range of projects. I’ve worked with a lot of great people and have learned so much. I am certainly a fortunate guy.

I have reached a critical juncture in my life that demands the freedom and attention necessary to focus on my reinvention as an author, speaker, journalist, and activist. I am no longer the “man behind the scenes.” Recently, motivational speaker Les Brown told me, “You have a wonderful voice,” and so I plan to use it and my other gifts to inform, inspire, engage, and lead people around the world. I believe strongly in my ability to bring a unique and refreshing approach to books, public speaking, digital media, activism, and more.

To prepare for the biggest transition of my life, I will wrap up remaining projects, help transition existing clients, and yes, find a non-tech job for the interim to earn a decent living. I am incredibly excited to get things underway.

Many thanks go to my clients for the challenging and rewarding projects over the years. I am also grateful for everyone who were patient enough with me as I attempted to balance projects, demands, challenges, and setbacks over these last few months. You kept me from going hungry and for that, I am indebted to you.