Rick Johansen

The gambler

Posted by Rick Johansen | Jun 1, 2020 | Eclectic Blue |

Fancy a little conspiracy theory? One that might actually have something in it, unlike the 5G...

Street parties can wait

Posted by Rick Johansen | Jun 1, 2020 | Eclectic Blue |

“When this is all over,” says everyone, including me, we will all do this, that and the other. Street parties and group hugs. “When this is all over.” Let’s be honest, there are thousands, probably...

Strange Days Indeed

Posted by Rick Johansen | May 31, 2020 | Eclectic Blue |

These are the strangest of days. Still in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, with a higher...

Covid Confidential (on the last day of spring)

Posted by Rick Johansen | May 31, 2020 | Eclectic Blue |

“Thanks to the nation’s resolve,” tweets health secretary Matt Hancock, “Horse racing is back from Monday. Wonderful news for our wonderful sport.” Where to begin with this? By pure coincidence,...