Sorry you are being harassed by this guy. There must be some law against it. During the first lockdown our local group got bombarded with conspiracy theory post and there seemed no way to stop them. I lost count of the number of times I clicked on report to group admins and report to facebook. None of it worked so I joined a few others who were openly rebutting them. Every time I commented I would get a friend request from people I didn't know and who just looked fake. I am a little old lady with a cheap tablet and poor internet skills so got very obsessed and a little scared. Since then the admins have changed and our group has gone back to the usual dogs missing, cows on the road, public meetings stuff for sale etc. There are clear rules and posts against the rules are quickly taken down. Hooray!
Just some (real) info about the kiwi. Their weapon is those strong legs and the vicious claws at the end of them. Notice when rangers are handling them they are very careful to hold the legs tightly. They can rip your arm open with one kick. Anyone who has heard kiwi fighting each other in the bush at night would not call them weak or useless. Cheers, I love getting your emails. 💚
Legally it's definitely across the line in regards to the Harmful Digital Communications Act. It's just if anybody can be assed going down that route. And probably a police matter with him physically showing up at work. Dude's lost the plot a bit. I sort of imagine with his type of life he has other things going on that will derail it. "Life finds a way" as Jeff Goldblum would say.
I just popped in to say, fucking hell that Bryant is such a dick. The passive aggression is overwhelming. Can you do anything about your picture being used on the website? I hope so. I hope the situation gets sorted and you can carry on being moderately happy. :D
Hey Sarah. I am sure there could be things done, but to be honest - I sort of just passively watch. My main aim is to name him, to make others aware of him - so that if they pick up his name, or note similar behaviour from a pseudonym, they think twice before proceeding.
Euckgh. This guy. Just stopping in to say THANK YOU for wading through the shit to illuminate the rest of us. I am in awe of what you do and what it personally costs you.
Sorry to hear you're being trolled David and thanks for being such a voice of reason and sanity, despite having to deal with people like this. I always really look forward to reading your articles and can't wait for your next documentary. Keep on kicking against the pricks x
When you first posted that letter I started feeling this twinge of fear for you and I have to say now I'm pretty worried (admittedly I am kinda scared of my own shadow). Does it scare you when this kind of thing happens? It seems to be getting pretty serious.
Hey Katie. By now I am used to the crazy and sort of have a finger on it. Don't worry, I have the support mechanisms in place if I need them. Appreciate your concern. You're kind.
Hi David. Pepe and his author are beyond my ken. I often think I live on a different planet from most people!
However, I am saddened and disgusted at the behavior of this James bloke. Maybe he is an unhappy man and he certainly seems to have serious mental health issues, but it is truly horrible that he should be harassing you in this way. And getting the whole golliwog saga going again. (I understand how people find them offensive, but when I was a little girl in England, I never made the link between golliwogs and black people, probably because most of the black people I saw dressed like everybody else! We were incredibly innocent back then.) What is it, with these trolls? Are there really so many of them, or are there just a few, doing it as a full-time occupation under a series of pseudonyms like the pathetic, but nonetheless rather frightening, James? I should certainly report this man to the police in order that some process than be instituted to get him the help that he obviously needs. In the meantime, it's a shame no-one can stop him from making mischief and misleading and defrauding people.
I think you'd understand it if you watched the film, Annie. The cool thing with Matt Furie is that all this is just as puzzling to him.. and he ends up being your guide through the film. You'd love it.
And I'd say James for sure has something going on in his brain that isn't healthy - I really do hope he gets mental health care and help.
Your advice is noted - and appreciated. And as for troll behaviour in general? In my experience, it's from people who are lacking control and agency, who use this as a form of feeling powerful and interesting. It's really sad - for their victims, and them.
I know this sentiment is in every single comment, and WOW- that guy is a dick but I’m glad you’re not too fazed by it. I would be totally freaked out by him turning up where I work!! I hope he just gets bored of it and finds something productive to do soon.
Thanks Emma. At the end of the day, James is at the boring / tedious end of the scale. In 2020 there are much more colorful characters in the online world!
this story was ok.......matt is kind of annoyingly optimistic......he probably wakes up in a good mood and drives his wife insane before coffee.......i loved your article on DOOM! please do more like that!
There’s no way this guy doesn’t glorify it in his head and see himself in a lame Batman/Joker relationship with you. You’re coping well all considering, David. Always remember that webwormers have your back! X
Mothy.. sad but true. You are so right. I guess when you're in a fantasy land like his is, he can always be the winner. Pity for those around him. I imagine he does need psychological help, or help with substances. That's my feeling going on how he's acting. It's beyond the 13-year-old troll stage. When you're an adult doing this, there's usually some more deep seated stuff going on.
Hey David, I see people here with the same reaction as mine. Sorry you have to put up with this crap. I guess it goes with the territory. Thanks for being the one sticking your head up to inform us. I’m Immensely enjoying your work as always. Absolutely loving the pics of the animals. It warms my heart to see you enjoying their company. Thanks again.
Thanks Graham. My main aim with this stuff is just to peek behind the curtain a little at the crazy, and also wider things like "how does the news handle disinformation thrown its way". So glad you dig it. And glad you like the animals. They're one of life's great lil' gifts I reckon.
Thanks for the headsup about the doco - watched it last week and was equally enthralled and disgusted and tbh it was a big head check about how much of this I thought I knew about this stuff and how twisted it really is. It's a delight to have this exposed and talked about rationally and calmly from a positive perspective instead of a polarised, cynical one. Keep up the good work and I hope that the James fellow finds something else to do (he besmirches a good name)
Churs, I'll save that for a day when I'm feeling… psychologically robust. (I'm sure the Germans must have a good word for looking-but-not-falling-into-the-rabbit-hole-of-others-warped-beliefs…)
Sorry you are being harassed by this guy. There must be some law against it. During the first lockdown our local group got bombarded with conspiracy theory post and there seemed no way to stop them. I lost count of the number of times I clicked on report to group admins and report to facebook. None of it worked so I joined a few others who were openly rebutting them. Every time I commented I would get a friend request from people I didn't know and who just looked fake. I am a little old lady with a cheap tablet and poor internet skills so got very obsessed and a little scared. Since then the admins have changed and our group has gone back to the usual dogs missing, cows on the road, public meetings stuff for sale etc. There are clear rules and posts against the rules are quickly taken down. Hooray!
Just some (real) info about the kiwi. Their weapon is those strong legs and the vicious claws at the end of them. Notice when rangers are handling them they are very careful to hold the legs tightly. They can rip your arm open with one kick. Anyone who has heard kiwi fighting each other in the bush at night would not call them weak or useless. Cheers, I love getting your emails. 💚
Legally it's definitely across the line in regards to the Harmful Digital Communications Act. It's just if anybody can be assed going down that route. And probably a police matter with him physically showing up at work. Dude's lost the plot a bit. I sort of imagine with his type of life he has other things going on that will derail it. "Life finds a way" as Jeff Goldblum would say.
I just popped in to say, fucking hell that Bryant is such a dick. The passive aggression is overwhelming. Can you do anything about your picture being used on the website? I hope so. I hope the situation gets sorted and you can carry on being moderately happy. :D
Hey Sarah. I am sure there could be things done, but to be honest - I sort of just passively watch. My main aim is to name him, to make others aware of him - so that if they pick up his name, or note similar behaviour from a pseudonym, they think twice before proceeding.
Euckgh. This guy. Just stopping in to say THANK YOU for wading through the shit to illuminate the rest of us. I am in awe of what you do and what it personally costs you.
Thanks Serena. Just nice to have readers along for the ride with me. It means a lot, actually.
Bryant. Co. Nz is available. Just saying
Ha! Not quite the game I play, but nice to know :)
Sorry to hear you're being trolled David and thanks for being such a voice of reason and sanity, despite having to deal with people like this. I always really look forward to reading your articles and can't wait for your next documentary. Keep on kicking against the pricks x
Thanks Mish! I can't wait for you to see it!
You seen to take this all in your stride, and I hope it doesn’t bother you too much! Stay safe out there 💖
Fuckkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk. Imagine having the time to do all that. A truly bitter and twisted person, so full of hate.
Just bored and old I think. It's sad! His poor whanau and friends. Yikes.
Aww, don't damn all the over 40s/50s being old is not an excuse for being a twat.
When you first posted that letter I started feeling this twinge of fear for you and I have to say now I'm pretty worried (admittedly I am kinda scared of my own shadow). Does it scare you when this kind of thing happens? It seems to be getting pretty serious.
Hey Katie. By now I am used to the crazy and sort of have a finger on it. Don't worry, I have the support mechanisms in place if I need them. Appreciate your concern. You're kind.
Ugh that James guy is giving me serious creep vibes. Stalking and serious harassment... Is it something you can escalate to the police?
I feel like this might be what the harmful digital communications act is for?
100%.
Hi David. Pepe and his author are beyond my ken. I often think I live on a different planet from most people!
However, I am saddened and disgusted at the behavior of this James bloke. Maybe he is an unhappy man and he certainly seems to have serious mental health issues, but it is truly horrible that he should be harassing you in this way. And getting the whole golliwog saga going again. (I understand how people find them offensive, but when I was a little girl in England, I never made the link between golliwogs and black people, probably because most of the black people I saw dressed like everybody else! We were incredibly innocent back then.) What is it, with these trolls? Are there really so many of them, or are there just a few, doing it as a full-time occupation under a series of pseudonyms like the pathetic, but nonetheless rather frightening, James? I should certainly report this man to the police in order that some process than be instituted to get him the help that he obviously needs. In the meantime, it's a shame no-one can stop him from making mischief and misleading and defrauding people.
I think you'd understand it if you watched the film, Annie. The cool thing with Matt Furie is that all this is just as puzzling to him.. and he ends up being your guide through the film. You'd love it.
And I'd say James for sure has something going on in his brain that isn't healthy - I really do hope he gets mental health care and help.
Your advice is noted - and appreciated. And as for troll behaviour in general? In my experience, it's from people who are lacking control and agency, who use this as a form of feeling powerful and interesting. It's really sad - for their victims, and them.
Stay safe. You're cool.
I know this sentiment is in every single comment, and WOW- that guy is a dick but I’m glad you’re not too fazed by it. I would be totally freaked out by him turning up where I work!! I hope he just gets bored of it and finds something productive to do soon.
Thanks Emma. At the end of the day, James is at the boring / tedious end of the scale. In 2020 there are much more colorful characters in the online world!
this story was ok.......matt is kind of annoyingly optimistic......he probably wakes up in a good mood and drives his wife insane before coffee.......i loved your article on DOOM! please do more like that!
Yeah, he's infuriating huh! WHO acts like that?! Cooked. Beyond cooked.
There’s no way this guy doesn’t glorify it in his head and see himself in a lame Batman/Joker relationship with you. You’re coping well all considering, David. Always remember that webwormers have your back! X
Mothy.. sad but true. You are so right. I guess when you're in a fantasy land like his is, he can always be the winner. Pity for those around him. I imagine he does need psychological help, or help with substances. That's my feeling going on how he's acting. It's beyond the 13-year-old troll stage. When you're an adult doing this, there's usually some more deep seated stuff going on.
Hey David, I see people here with the same reaction as mine. Sorry you have to put up with this crap. I guess it goes with the territory. Thanks for being the one sticking your head up to inform us. I’m Immensely enjoying your work as always. Absolutely loving the pics of the animals. It warms my heart to see you enjoying their company. Thanks again.
Thanks Graham. My main aim with this stuff is just to peek behind the curtain a little at the crazy, and also wider things like "how does the news handle disinformation thrown its way". So glad you dig it. And glad you like the animals. They're one of life's great lil' gifts I reckon.
Thanks for the headsup about the doco - watched it last week and was equally enthralled and disgusted and tbh it was a big head check about how much of this I thought I knew about this stuff and how twisted it really is. It's a delight to have this exposed and talked about rationally and calmly from a positive perspective instead of a polarised, cynical one. Keep up the good work and I hope that the James fellow finds something else to do (he besmirches a good name)
So glad you dig it. If you want a similar topic, but in a much more low-key, depressing style - then FTW No GF is a hard, but sound watch: https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/tfw-no-gf-incel-culture-sxsw-992943/
Churs, I'll save that for a day when I'm feeling… psychologically robust. (I'm sure the Germans must have a good word for looking-but-not-falling-into-the-rabbit-hole-of-others-warped-beliefs…)