Xavi Benjamin

Xavi Benjamin's Substack merges insightful commentary and analysis at the nexus of music, technology, and leftist politics, aimed at readers aspiring for societal change. It includes diverse content ranging from personal advice and experiences to critical discussions on government actions, freedom of speech, capitalism, social justice issues, and the art world.

Music and Technology Leftist Politics Government and Freedom of Speech Social Justice Capitalism Personal Growth and Advice Art and Society

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Help! Should I Date Another Ex-Jehovah's Witness?

39 implied HN points • 05 Apr 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Advice Experiences Relationships Support Community
  1. Consider dating both ex-JWs and those with no experience in high control religions to find what feels right for you.
  2. Dating someone with a similar religious background can bring healing through understanding shared trauma.
  3. When choosing a partner, consider factors like how you feel around them, shared values, and whether they respect your boundaries and support you.

Sunday Brunch for March 17

39 implied HN points • 17 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Elections Government Intelligence Healthcare
  1. The TikTok ban poses serious concerns about government overreach and its impact on freedom of speech and internet control.
  2. There is a need for transparency and discussion about fast-tracked bills that could affect the American people, especially in areas like universal healthcare.
  3. Being informed about potential government actions and their implications is crucial for advocating for policies that align with individual beliefs and values.

Sunday Brunch for March 31

19 implied HN points • 31 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Growth Self-reflection Mental health
  1. The author shares a personal story about struggling with celebrating birthdays and feeling worthy of attention.
  2. Reflecting on a situation where someone else was uncomfortable during a birthday celebration helped the author realize their own feelings.
  3. The author encourages readers to recognize their self-worth and embrace celebrating themselves, despite any internal struggles.

Thirty-Two

19 implied HN points • 29 Mar 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Personal Growth
  1. The post discusses 32 pieces of advice the author would give to their younger self.
  2. The author is running a special sale for their birthday, offering 20% off annual subscriptions until April 5, 2024.
  3. There is a mix of free and paid content available on the author's Substack profile.

Sunday Brunch for March 24

19 implied HN points • 24 Mar 24
🏝 Travel Community Emotions
  1. Xavi Benjamin's Sunday Brunch newsletter features subscriber-only recommendations of various media and content.
  2. Xavi Benjamin is preparing for a move from California to Arizona to seek a more affordable cost of living, a queer and polyamorous community, and access to an international airport.
  3. This significant move represents a mix of emotions for Xavi, including excitement, nervousness, fear, and hope for personal growth and new experiences in Arizona.
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A Song a Year in the Making

19 implied HN points • 18 Mar 24
🎶 Music Songwriting Collaboration
  1. The new song 'Mueva La Cintura' by Xavi Benjamin and Aleyzza was a collaboration that started in February 2023, inspired by the Spanish phrase 'mueve la cintura,' meaning 'move your waist.'
  2. The song's creation process involved FaceTiming with Cardec and led to the birth of a dance song with a hook co-written during a trip to Puerto Rico.
  3. The post offers a special preview of the song set to be released on May 1st and gives insights into the creative journey behind it.

Who is Violet Paniko?

0 implied HN points • 13 Mar 24
🎶 Music Artist profile Production Lessons Learned
  1. Violet Paniko had a successful year in 2023, with around 20k song streams in the first year of creating music.
  2. Collaboration with producers Cardec and NoLa was a highlight for Violet Paniko's music project.
  3. The post discusses what went well, what didn't, and the lessons learned for the future.

Sunday Brunch for April 7

0 implied HN points • 07 Apr 24
🏝 Travel Events Content creation Podcasting
  1. The author shares their weekly exclusive recommendations on articles, videos, movies, music, and more in their 'Sunday Brunch' newsletter.
  2. The author mentions recent personal events like their birthday party, accepting an offer on a condo, and finding a new place in Phoenix.
  3. The author also promotes their video podcast production service, podcast about polyamory, and a swag store in the newsletter.

Call for Questions: Chibu Asonye

0 implied HN points • 01 Apr 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election
  1. Chibu Asonye, the Green Party Congressional Candidate for Illinois District 13, will be featured on Xavi Benjamin's show on April 10th.
  2. To read more about Chibu Asonye's interview, readers can subscribe to Xavi Benjamin with a 7-day free trial.
  3. Existing paid subscribers can access the full post archives without the need for a trial.

Clips for Friday, March 15

0 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Visual Arts
  1. The post is about 'Clips for Friday, March 15' shared by Xavi Benjamin on their Substack page.
  2. Xavi Benjamin's content seems to be a paid subscription, but there's an option to read a free post provided by them.
  3. Readers can choose to upgrade to a paid subscription to access more of Xavi Benjamin's content.

Live at 10am PT: Private Equity in Emergency Rooms, Meta Censorship of Palestinian Genocide, Israeli Real Estate Firms Run By Evil People, and more

0 implied HN points • 08 Apr 24
🌍 World Politics Middle East Censorship Real Estate Ethics Capitalism
  1. Today's livestream will discuss how capitalism negatively impacts emergency rooms
  2. Meta is reportedly engaging in censorship related to posts about the Palestinian genocide
  3. There are Israeli real estate firms that have been criticized for making genocidal jokes

Your Feedback is Everything 🥰

0 implied HN points • 08 Apr 24
🎭️ Culture Feedback
  1. The author values feedback and encourages readers to participate in a quick survey to improve content.
  2. The post includes a call-to-action to start the survey, showing the author's proactive approach to gathering feedback.
  3. Images and emojis are used to create a friendly and welcoming tone throughout the post.

Live at 4pm PT: JB from RBN Joins, AI Warfare is Here

0 implied HN points • 09 Apr 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics
  1. Special Tuesday show live at 4pm PT with JB from Revolutionary Blackout discussing leaving Jehovah's Witnesses, political awakening, and AI warfare in Israel's genocide in Gaza
  2. Encourages sharing the work to support further engagement and reach a wider audience
  3. Livestream notifications available for future events to stay updated

Welcome! I'm Xavi

0 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Entrepreneurship Writing Publication Subscription Creativity
  1. Xavi Benjamin's new platform focuses on sharing thoughts on entrepreneurship, art, and building an empire.
  2. Xavi reintroduced himself after a break from writing online, expressing his rusty writing skills despite considering himself a writer.
  3. The publication is reader-supported, offering free posts and subscriptions with additional content available for paid subscribers.

Live at 10am PT: BIRTHDAY SHOW 🥳, Israel Air Strikes in Rafah; Democrats Scramble, The Working Class is Drowning in Credit Card Debt, Virtue Signalers Back on Spotify

0 implied HN points • 27 Mar 24
📰 News
  1. Today's live show will cover Israel Air Strikes in Rafah, Democrats Scramble, Working Class Credit Card Debt, and Virtue Signalers on Spotify.
  2. The post mentions Xavi Benjamin's birthday show happening at 10am PT.
  3. There's an option to access more content for free or upgrade to a paid subscription on Benjamin's Substack.