YeeHawTheBoys Direct

YeeHawTheBoys Direct, created by Daniel Vernon, offers a mix of comics, political satire, and articles focusing on creatively engaging readers with contemporary issues, design, and entertainment through a humorous lens. Content ranges from political commentary and climate change to design processes and music series, primarily for paid subscribers.

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Expectations of Māori Behaviour at Waitangi

373 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24

There are calls for respectful behavior at Waitangi, including peaceful protests and listening to others.
Some politicians demand respect from Māori while showing little interest in listening to them.
Māori are expected to behave calmly and get educated in the face of government plans, but they are not staying silent.

WW-RE: Election Year Royal Rumble

393 implied HN points • 26 Feb 23

😂 Humor Satire Comedy

The article is about re-imagining 2023 Political Party Leaders as wrestlers for the election.
The post is for paid subscribers only.
Author's name is Daniel Vernon, and the content is available on substack.com.

Brian Tamaki's "thorough research" into what caused Cyclone Gabrielle.

353 implied HN points • 01 Mar 23

🔬 Science Meteorology Research

Brian Tamaki conducted research on the cause of Cyclone Gabrielle.
The results of the research are deemed shocking.
Access to the full post requires a paid subscription.

A 'Deep Dive' into the Classic Kiwi School Pool

157 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24

🎭️ Culture Nostalgia Travel

The post is about a nostalgic trip back to a Kiwi school pool in 2009.
The content is for paid subscribers only.
The author is Daniel Vernon.

Yesterday's Pughs: Maureen Pugh isn't so sure Climate Change is caused by humans.

255 implied HN points • 21 Feb 23

🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change

Maureen Pugh questions human-caused climate change
She claims to have not seen enough evidence
The discussion around climate change and human impact continues

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The Return of Ronnie Armstrong

255 implied HN points • 09 Mar 23

🎭️ Culture Social Issues Creativity

The post is about The Return of Ronnie Armstrong
It was shared on yeehawtheboys.substack.com
The content is for paid subscribers

Four Steps To Fighting Climate Change with Kate Hawkesby!

216 implied HN points • 16 Feb 23

🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change

The post discusses four steps to fighting climate change with Kate Hawkesby.
There are handy hints provided to ignore the whole topic.
The post is for paid subscribers only.

Submit To Stop The Cuts + Cuba Dupa!

216 implied HN points • 28 Mar 23

🎨 Art & Illustration Visual Arts

Council arts funding is important for events like Cuba Dupa.
This post is for paid subscribers only.
Consider subscribing to access more content.

I designed a shirt for Kowtow!

176 implied HN points • 29 Sep 23

🪞 Fashion & Beauty Fashion

The author designed a shirt for Kowtow.
The post includes a deep dive into the design process for new Australian DARTZ Posters.
The post is for paid subscribers only.

The Art of Designing Band Merch.

157 implied HN points • 14 Mar 23

🎨 Art & Illustration Design

The article discusses the art of designing band merchandise.
It mentions a concerning trend of venues taking a cut of merch sales at gigs.
Access to the full post requires being a paid subscriber.

DARTZ role play as early 2000’s Bluetooth headset wearing realestate agents in latest music video, plus an update/tales from the road!

78 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24

🎶 Music Tour Album release Rock music

DARTZ role-play as early 2000s Bluetooth-wearing real estate agents in their music video.
The new album 'Dangerous Day to be a Cold One' releases March 1st on Flying Nun Records.
The band shares tales from their tour, facing challenges like extreme heat and interesting accommodations.

Some Not-So-Saucy Sex Positions, cut from the Kama Sutra

137 implied HN points • 28 Feb 23

🎭️ Culture Sexuality

The post discusses unique sex positions cut from the Kama Sutra.
It features made-up positions like the Empty Backpack and The Cocaine Bear.
Access to the full post requires being a paid subscriber.

Down Under and Under The Radar #4: Hans Pucket!

117 implied HN points • 10 Oct 23

🎶 Music Music

The post is about a music series featuring Hans Pucket on tour in New Zealand.
The series is funded by New Zealand on Air Music.
Access to the full post is for paid subscribers only.

Down Under and Under The Radar Episode 3: Fazerdaze

117 implied HN points • 20 Sep 23

🎶 Music Episodes Subscription

The post highlights an episode about Fazerdaze.
The content is for paid subscribers only.
The post includes links to subscribe or sign in for paid content.

Comics From The Cutting Room Floor

117 implied HN points • 03 Apr 23

💥 Comics Comics

The post shares comic ideas that were never completed or jokes that were dropped.
The author reflects on losing faith in ideas, getting too busy, and cutting ideas.
One of the significant ideas discussed is a fourth edition of the 'Billy The Maverick' series with a new side-kick.

Political Parties, and Their Policies, as Sex Positions

98 implied HN points • 23 Sep 23

🎭️ Culture Satire Politics

Comparing political parties and policies to sex positions
Making politics more intriguing by associating it with something intimate
Exploring the dynamics of aligning with different political ideologies

Design DARTZ Merch 3: Homages all round'

39 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24

🎨 Art & Illustration Fashion Graphic design

The latest DARTZ merch designs pay homage and include a digital album download.
Finding inspiration through 1980s artwork led to unique shirt designs for the new album.
Personal stories and history intertwine with creative design concepts for the merchandise.

Rat King Landlord Preview

58 implied HN points • 09 Feb 23

The post is about a project called Rat King Landlord Preview.
The project involves collaboration between author Murdoch Stephens, Renters United, and Lawrence & Gibson publishing collective.
Readers need to be paid subscribers to access the full content.