SatPost by Trung Phan

SatPost by Trung Phan covers the intersections of technology, business, creativity, and culture with a focus on insights from tech giants, entrepreneurial strategies, reading's impact, and creativity's role in innovation. It explores themes of decision-making, value capture, addiction management, and industry-specific strategies for success.

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How Marvel lost Spider-Man

21 implied HN points • 05 Jun 22
  1. Morbius movie was a flop due to poor reviews and memes
  2. Sony declined owning Marvel characters for $25m in 1998, only got Spider-Man for $10m
  3. Marvel and Sony collaborated to bring Spider-Man into the MCU after leaked Sony emails

I'm making a TV show

21 implied HN points • 14 May 22
  1. The TV show 'Early Risers' is about expat life in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
  2. The show has been in development for 10 years and just filmed the first two episodes.
  3. The story is a modern take on Vietnam, told by people who lived it, aiming to present a different perspective from the usual war movies.

Did Coca-Cola invent Santa Claus?

26 implied HN points • 24 Dec 21
  1. Coca-Cola popularized the modern image of Santa Claus in the 1930s.
  2. Coca-Cola is highly brand-conscious and invested heavily in marketing since its inception.
  3. Coca-Cola commissioned artist Haddon Sundblom to create the iconic Santa Claus image we know today.

Musings on Time’s Person of the Year

21 implied HN points • 18 Dec 21
  1. Time's Person of the Year is not always an honor, but based on impact
  2. Controversial selections have included figures like Hitler, Stalin, and Khomeini
  3. US Presidents have a higher chance of being selected, but the title doesn't guarantee lasting recognition

Italy built an $8B dam to save Venice

15 implied HN points • 27 May 22
  1. Italy built a $8B dam named MOSE to protect Venice from flooding.
  2. MOSE is a dam system with 78 mobile metal barriers to block high tides from entering Venice.
  3. Venice has a unique foundation of wooden stilts and platforms that have proven resilient against flooding for centuries.
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Racing tech in everyday use

15 implied HN points • 03 Apr 22
  1. Racing technology from F1 has made its way into everyday use, like rearview mirrors and paddle shifts.
  2. F1 knowledge has improved other industries, such as hospitals and manufacturing, through innovations like pit stop practices and data management.
  3. F1 drivers are incredibly fit athletes, requiring strong necks, endurance, and lightning-fast reflexes to handle high speeds for hours.

Was David Bowie from the future?

15 implied HN points • 23 Mar 22
  1. David Bowie had foresight about the internet, social media, and music streaming before they became prominent.
  2. Bowie created an innovative social platform called BowieNet and anticipated the financialization of music catalogs.
  3. There are humorous connections between Bowie's music and future events, like Kanye West and his fashion sense.

Elon: A Year In Memes

15 implied HN points • 13 Dec 21
  1. The post highlights the 20 most-faved memes from Elon Musk's Twitter account in 2021.
  2. The memes include humorous captions and illustrations.
  3. The post invites readers to subscribe for more content related to humor and life lessons.

Apple's $19 cloth: By the memes

15 implied HN points • 28 Nov 21
  1. Apple's $19 polishing cloth generated a lot of memes on social media.
  2. Despite the humor, the cloth was actually a success, selling out with a long waiting list.
  3. The comparison between Apple's cloth and Tesla's 'Cyber Whistle' memes on Twitter created more humor around the products.

Thanksgiving memes

15 implied HN points • 27 Nov 21
  1. Turkeys being fed daily and then surprised before Thanksgiving is a lesson on the problem of induction.
  2. The tale of 'Taleb's Turkey' is often used in finance to warn about past performance not guaranteeing future results.
  3. A funny Thanksgiving prank with microwaving a turkey ties into the 'Problem of Induction' concept.

How Robert Downey Jr. made $450m+ as Iron Man

10 implied HN points • 30 Apr 22
  1. Robert Downey Jr.'s success as Iron Man was a remarkable comeback in Hollywood.
  2. Downey Jr. bet on himself by taking a low base pay in exchange for a percentage of box office earnings.
  3. Through his role as Iron Man, Downey Jr. earned an estimated $450 million across 9 Marvel films.

Did Costco lose $27 billion from a tweet?

5 implied HN points • 19 May 22
  1. A parody tweet about Costco's hot dog price increase caused a stir but turned out to be false
  2. Inflation concerns and poor earnings reports led to a decline in major retailers' stock prices
  3. Internet research is vital to verify before sharing news as misinformation can impact financial markets

Sources for Nutella

5 implied HN points • 21 Apr 22
  1. Nutella links for articles and information provided
  2. Ferrero Group's history discussed, including acquisitions and deals
  3. Nutella origins, controversies, and news referenced in the sources

Welcome to SatPost

5 implied HN points • 13 Nov 21
  1. SatPost shares funny Twitter memes
  2. Trung Phan creates relatable tech-related Twitter memes
  3. The Twitter memes mentioned in the post are humorous and relatable

The Nose Frida Snotsucker works really well. But at what cost?

0 implied HN points • 28 Mar 18
  1. The Nose Frida Snotsucker is effective but can feel like a soul-sucking experience
  2. The product exists to help babies with snot blockage and inability to blow their noses
  3. The Nose Frida Snotsucker works well, but the complementary hygiene filter replacements can be expensive