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The Contender Substack melds personal reflection with diverse interests, focusing on travel, style, fishing, and social etiquette, backed by experiences and thoughtful opinions. It provides practical advice, explores personal growth through revisiting familiar places, and offers insights into fashion and lifestyle choices, while occasionally touching on sports and creative inspiration.

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Please, I'm Begging You

2378 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Etiquette Behavior Communication
  1. Some etiquette pointers are shared in the post to improve public behavior.
  2. One point is to avoid FaceTiming in public and disturbing others with loud conversations.
  3. Another point is to refrain from entering restaurants or any place while talking on the phone to maintain a suitable environment.

The Fine Art of Losing: Redux

1277 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Hope Support
  1. The writer discusses the experience of being a fan of a tragic sports team like the Lions.
  2. Fans were warned about possible heartbreak if the Lions achieved success, which later proved true.
  3. Despite the pain, fans are advised to endure and continue supporting their team.

Fishing Patagonia

1257 implied HN points • 28 Jan 24
🏝 Travel Outdoor Activities Itinerary
  1. Fishing in Patagonia offers a rewarding and beautiful experience along stunning rivers and lakes.
  2. Booking with a knowledgeable guide like Peter can enhance your fishing trip by arranging itineraries at various lodges.
  3. Consider important factors like lodge options and activities before booking a fishing trip in Patagonia for the best experience.

Turning the Page

1100 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
📚 Literature Reading List
  1. The post contains a curated reading list of favorite pieces
  2. It highlights articles about creative friendships, diners, old restaurants, and more
  3. The content includes a recommendation for an inspiring book on Francis Ford Coppola
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Hey Now!

2338 implied HN points • 07 Aug 23
🎭️ Culture Newsletter Writing Digital Media
  1. Personal connection is key in newsletters.
  2. Consider the value of choices and idiosyncrasies in content creation.
  3. The importance of letting creative work evolve and staying true to foundational principles.

Organizing Principles

1867 implied HN points • 31 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Fashion & Beauty Travel
  1. Having a good system, whether simple or scientific, can be very beneficial in daily life.
  2. Systems can be personalized and tailored to different aspects of life, such as what you always keep in your car, fishing bag, or pockets.
  3. Wearing a sport coat can serve multiple purposes, including the practical benefit of utilizing its interior pockets.

I Might Be Wrong

1945 implied HN points • 13 Jul 23
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Fashion
  1. Having strong opinions in fashion writing is important
  2. It's okay to reconsider your fashion preferences over time
  3. Some fashion rules can be reconsidered and changed

Is Travel Overrated?

1827 implied HN points • 17 Jul 23
🏝 Travel Tourism Sustainability
  1. Revenge travel can create crowded and high-anxiety tourist destinations
  2. Cities are reconsidering tourist economies due to overcrowding and disrespect towards locals
  3. Tourists sometimes treat locals as extras in their social media posts and engage in inappropriate behaviors

French Connection

1808 implied HN points • 03 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Travel Food
  1. At Brasserie Lipp, there's a strict system in place for seating and service.
  2. The staff in the restaurant have specific roles that do not overlap.
  3. The dining experience in French establishments is characterized by attention to detail and adherence to traditional systems.

Return to Montana

2044 implied HN points • 08 May 23
🏝 Travel Road trip Memories
  1. Returning to a beloved place can help recreate old memories and feelings.
  2. Traveling when young may hold a special charm, but returning as you age brings new surprises and familiarities.
  3. Personal connections to places and memories can be profoundly unique and meaningful.

Highland Dispatch

1867 implied HN points • 29 Apr 23
🏝 Travel Nature
  1. The author reflects on his time in Scotland, specifically in Edinburgh and near Aberdeen.
  2. He describes visiting the Oxford Bar and spending time on the Deveron river trying to catch brown trout and Atlantic salmon.
  3. The post is for paid subscribers only, with the author sharing personal experiences and perspectives.

Sartorial Savvy

1827 implied HN points • 22 Feb 23
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Style Quality Cost Confidence
  1. Experts know how to make trade-offs when it comes to wine and food pairings.
  2. You don't need to wear bespoke clothes every time; look for smarter fashion choices.
  3. Avoid overpriced items from mainstream advertising and opt for strategic sartorial decisions.

The Well-Edited Wardrobe

1847 implied HN points • 06 Feb 23
  1. February is a good time to be productive and get your wardrobe in fighting shape.
  2. Strive for a wardrobe with no weak links and no dead weight.
  3. Look forward to opening your closet door with some helpful wardrobe ideas.