Here's Something I've Been Wondering
A warm, thoughtful deep-dive into the stories behind modern life —
technology, society, aging, politics, and anything else worth a closer look.
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Welcome to a Newsletter for the Quietly Curious
If you’ve ever read a headline and thought, “That doesn’t quite add up…” — you’re in the right place.
I’ve Been Wondering is where I explore one meaningful question each week, follow the thread wherever it leads, and share what I find in a friendly, thoughtful way.
No outrage.
No drama.
No yelling into the void.
Just clear, warm, curiosity-driven reporting for people who like to understand how the world actually works.
This Week’s Question
Why are AI companies building mega-sized data centers in small towns?
And what does it mean
for the rest of us?
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What You Can Expect Here
① Friendly
Investigations
Clear, plain-English breakdowns of complex topics — tech, policy, business, aging, and modern life.
② Curiosity Without Cynicism
No doom, no clickbait, no fights. Just questions worth asking, explored with honesty and clarity.
③ One Question
Each Week
A digestible, meaningful deep dive that fits into your Sunday morning routine.
Who's Behind the Questions?
I’m R.A. Murphy — a retired tech trainer, writer, and lifelong explainer. I’ve spent decades helping people understand complicated things in simple ways.
Now I write I’ve Been Wondering as a place to explore the questions that matter in our changing world — especially for those of us navigating life after 55, technology, and new possibilities.
If you’re curious by nature, I think you’ll feel at home here.
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