Just seeing how it all works…
I’m Slow on the Pickup – Tru Thoughts – Unfold 07-12-14
Here’s one of my recent “finds”. So late to the party, because apparently anyone who knows anything is already on the tip with Brighton England’s DJ Robert Luis. Amazing. I’ve already been listening to as many as possible of his back log of posts on Mixcloud. They go under the name Tru Thoughts. Already I […]
How the World Should Be… and Sometimes Is: Make Music New York Festival
Gotta love this. So inspirational. People of every persuasion getting together to make one helluva musical occasion: Make Music New York Festival What Happens When 350 Musicians Meet For The First Time In Brooklyn? NPR Music takes a bit of a chance when they make their Field Recordings. Check out this work that they commissioned […]
Montezuma’s Revenge… and the Ghost of My Father
This is the story of how my father’s love of colorful phrases, like “Montezuma’s Revenge!” caused me to laugh in spite of the pain, many years after his passing… The other day I had a meeting with a client at the funky and truly bohemian Tribal Cafe, just west of downtown Los Angeles. The food […]
Domestic Violence: Surprised by My Own Views – Video
Here’s and interesting video about domestic violence that elicits all kinds of conflicting emotions. I have to admit my reactions to this video exactly matched those of the bystanders. This is especially surprising to me since I have personally been in relationships that reflect the second half of the video. Ah yes, my social conditioning […]
Great Storytelling Video: Mr. Little Jeans “Good Mistake”
Love this. A good example of a great storytelling video. Sharp, concise and yet evocative. Mr. Little Jeans provides a cool song with an ambient vibe. For more, check out Amazon or iTunes.
How I Lost 4 Pounds on Thanksgiving – Riding with the Big Cats
Amazing, Insightful Interview with Chamath Palihapitiya
Don’t watch TV. Watch this instead. It’s an hour-long look at where we are and where we are going with one of the most savvy thinkers in Silicon Valley. It’s like a TED talk meets My Dinner with Andre and touches on technology, psychology, sociology and the human condition. From monetary systems and the role […]
Science Rap – Whatever It Takes to Connect with Da Kidz
Science rap? Great video about a very cool program that is turning more kids onto science through rap. I’ve seen this done for math and history as well. Whatever it takes to reach them. It should never be a one-size-fits-all approach to education. Keep it coming.
Pink Floyd Members Reunite to Slam Pandora
Call it another brick in the wall. The surviving members of Pink Floyd have gotten together to slam Pandora for its support of an Internet radio bill that the rockers say would lead to an 85 percent pay cut for musicians. “It’s a matter of principle for us,” they wrote in an editorial published over […]
