Announcing Doomsday Machines
The launch of "Doomsday Machines" by Alex Wellerstein on July 12, 2024, explores post-apocalyptic themes distinct from "Restricted Data," focusing on diverse perspectives and shorter, frequent posts. Wellerstein is engaged in multiple projects.
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The blog "Restricted Data" by Alex Wellerstein announced the launch of a new blog called "Doomsday Machines" on July 12, 2024. "Doomsday Machines" will focus on exploring the post-apocalyptic imagination from various perspectives, including discussions on post-apocalyptic media, government perspectives on the end of the world, and creating practical models of doomsday scenarios. The new blog is described as a different endeavor from "Restricted Data" but complementary in nature, covering similar topics in shorter and more frequent posts. While "Restricted Data" will continue to delve into serious thoughts about nuclear history, "Doomsday Machines" will offer a different thematic approach. Wellerstein mentioned being occupied with various projects, including the new blog, a forthcoming book, a video game project, and other software development. The blog post hints at future updates on both "Doomsday Machines" and "Restricted Data."
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