Today's links - Refining humanity: What our technology is shows us what we're not. - Hey look at this: Delights to delectate. - Object permanence: GNU Radio; France v "follow us on Twitter"; Aaronsw vindicated; Capitalism's crooked refs. - Upcoming appearances: Kansas City, LA, Menlo Park, Toronto, NYC, Edinburgh, South Bend. - Recent appearances: Where I've been. - Latest books: You keep readin' ...