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Simon Owens's Media Newsletter • 49 implied HN points • 11 Dec 24
🎭️ Culture Media Communication Community Events Engagement
  1. There will be a live Office Hours call at 2 p.m. ET on December 11th. It's a chance for everyone to connect and chat.
  2. This announcement is specifically for paid subscribers. If you're not a paid subscriber, you may want to consider joining.
  3. The purpose of the call is to engage with the community and answer questions, making it a great opportunity to participate.

You can't spell VEGAS POKER without E-V and R-A-K-E

Matt’s Five Points • 99 implied HN points • 26 Jun 24
🎾 Sports Gambling Poker Competitions Games Events
  1. Public poker tournaments can be tougher to profit from than home games because of the rake. The rake is a cut the casino takes, making it harder for players to win money.
  2. Expected value (EV) is important in poker. Good players can have positive EV, while many players in public games are actually losing players due to the rake.
  3. Starting a home poker game can be a better option for recreational players. Without the rake, more players can win, making it a more enjoyable experience.

slowly, but shipping! ⛵️

vrk loves paper • 179 implied HN points • 16 May 24
🎭️ Culture Art Zines Community Creativity Events
  1. Launching a project can take time, and it can be exciting to sell out before it's officially launched. Planning and adjusting orders based on demand is important.
  2. Attending events like zine fairs can create a great sense of community, allowing for connections and support among creators. It's important to focus on making friends rather than just selling.
  3. Learning about running a small business can be very rewarding, especially when the classes emphasize sustainability and community focus. Practical skills, like printing, can improve over time too.
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The OWGR Wars Ended On Sunday And A Massive Sports Media Announcement

The Quadrilateral • 452 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🎾 Sports Golf Media Events
  1. The PGA Tour's changes and mishaps have inadvertently boosted LIV's case for ranking points.
  2. LIV Golf showed promise with strong competition and a well-produced event, highlighting potential flaws in traditional rankings.
  3. The establishment's shortcomings have facilitated LIV's credibility, calling for a reevaluation of ranking criteria and tournament formats.

I am righting a book

LOL (lots of links) • 884 implied HN points • 03 May 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Writing Books Events Audio Visual Arts
  1. The author is writing a book about Wikipedia's cultural history with goofy content.
  2. The author shares cool things they like, such as trademarked exclamation points, Zoom hangouts, and Jeopardy audio as a podcast.
  3. The author also talks about fake reviews in history, events at libraries, and their experience of feeling like they're getting away with writing a book.

Solving Greece's demographics

The Greek Analyst • 259 implied HN points • 03 Apr 24
🌍 World Politics Demographics Government Economics National Strategy Events
  1. Greece is facing a serious demographic challenge with a declining population and a growing gap between births and deaths.
  2. The country's Total Fertility Rate has been below the replacement level for four decades, posing a significant threat to its future population size.
  3. The government is implementing measures such as tax incentives and improved parental policies to address the demographic issue, but more ambitious and bold solutions are needed to turn the situation around.

🧹🧹Housekeeping for Paid Subs🧹🧹

Default Wisdom • 29 implied HN points • 31 Dec 24
🎭️ Culture Books Internet Community Subscription Events
  1. The update is meant for paid subscribers and addresses common questions they're asking. It's nice to provide clear answers to avoid confusion.
  2. There's an acknowledgment of communication mishaps, like sending multiple emails. It's important to keep subscribers informed without overwhelming them.
  3. The mention of a book club suggests community engagement is a priority. Engaging with readers can create a stronger bond and enhance the overall experience.

The rise of Manchester’s urban gardens

The Mill • 432 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Community Events Music Literature
  1. The rise of urban gardens in Manchester is transforming disused land into green spaces for the community.
  2. Partnerships between organizations like the National Trust and Sow the City are helping create urban gardening projects across the city.
  3. Efforts to develop more urban gardens are supported by initiatives like the GMCA's green space fund and are essential for improving access to green spaces in Manchester.

More Very Local History

So Here’s a Thing • 825 implied HN points • 10 May 23
💾 History Local Mystery Events Illness
  1. In the early 1900s, strange phenomena and mysteries like disappearing rivers and unidentifiable figures captured the attention of Santa Cruz, adding an air of mystery to local history.
  2. The Mullins Gang, a group of loggers turned robbers in the mountains near Santa Cruz, had a curious photo full of stories, with rumors that some could not see the gang members in the picture.
  3. Santa Cruz's past was filled with intriguing events like a temporary loss of language in 1917, and local traditions such as Halloween costume competitions that sometimes ended oddly, adding layers of curiosity to the area's history.

Today in History: January 4-6

Foreign Exchanges • 491 implied HN points • 06 Jan 24
💾 History Events Leaders Wars Empires Revolution
  1. On January 4, 1878, Ottomans lost Sofia to the Russian army in a significant battle during the Russian-Ottoman War.
  2. US President Dwight Eisenhower established a doctrine on January 5, 1957, to intervene in the Middle East against Soviet influence.
  3. The last Byzantine Emperor, Constantine XI Palaiologos, was crowned on January 6, 1449, before falling in the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople in 1453.

Suiting up, making the case, and guess who’s coming to dinner

The Pillar • 805 implied HN points • 29 Sep 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Church Events Justice History
  1. Pope Francis is creating new cardinals in a consistory this weekend, and it's a tradition full of pomp and pageantry in Rome.
  2. Wearing fancy uniforms and titles like 'cardinal' signify belonging to a greater purpose and celebration of collective work.
  3. The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors is urging Church leaders to prioritize reforms for abuse survivors during upcoming events like the Synod of Bishops.

Subscriber Hangout This Week!

Disaffected Newsletter • 359 implied HN points • 17 Feb 24
🎙 Podcasts Community Support Events Engagement Media
  1. There's a subscriber hangout happening on February 22 at 7 pm Eastern Time. It's a casual chance for supporters to connect and chat.
  2. You can join the hangout through Discord, and it's okay to stay off camera if you prefer. Just check for the announcement link if you're already a member.
  3. Subscriptions have dropped to $7 a month, making it a great time to support the show and gain access to the Discord community.

A Hitchmas Video Gift For All

Critical Mass • 32 implied HN points • 25 Dec 24
🎭️ Culture Philosophy Events Celebrations Media Atheism
  1. An event was held to honor Christopher Hitchens on the anniversary of his death, featuring notable panelists like Stephen Fry and Richard Dawkins.
  2. The event was well-organized and recorded, making it possible for more people to experience the discussions and memories shared about Hitchens.
  3. A video of the event is available for everyone to watch for free as a holiday gift, along with audio versions on various platforms.

Why do London's Victorian Roads Feel a Bit... Off?

Londonist: Time Machine • 159 implied HN points • 10 May 24
🎭️ Culture History Architecture Society Heritage Events
  1. Victorian roads in London can feel 'off' because they were built with little regard for existing neighborhoods, often displacing poor residents to create straight through-routes.
  2. 19th-century streets in London were named after monarchs and were designed to flatten slums, resulting in the eradication of historic street plans and poorer communities.
  3. The Victorian approach to road-building in London prioritized efficiency and traffic flow, leading to the destruction of organic streetscapes that had developed over centuries.

introducing "the fourth place" & why "third places" have fallen short on their promise

Wellness Wisdom by Patricia Mou • 746 implied HN points • 04 Sep 23
🎭️ Culture Community Meaning-making Events Friendships
  1. The concept of a 'fourth place' is introduced as a community space for meaningful connections beyond home, work, and public areas.
  2. Creating a 'fourth place' involves fostering shared interests and contexts, multi-dimensional friendships, and spaces for inward exploration and self-expression.
  3. To establish more 'fourth places', it is essential to offer diverse programming, encourage exploration, and create environments that support collective flourishing.

Talking to ravens

The Art of Enchantment, with Dr Sharon Blackie • 1697 implied HN points • 27 Aug 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Mythology Storytelling Poetry Podcasts Events
  1. The book 'Hagitude: Reimagining the Second Half of Life' by Dr. Sharon Blackie explores the significance of storytelling in shaping our perceptions of aging and elderhood.
  2. The power of myths and stories lies in their ability to help us understand life, dream of a better existence, and inspire personal growth and change.
  3. Dr. Sharon Blackie emphasizes the importance of respecting and valuing older women, highlighting their wisdom, roles, and contributions to community.

Ómós Digest #126: Knife Sharpening Class

Ómós Digest • 353 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking Events Coffee Workshops
  1. There will be a knife sharpening workshop in collaboration with Filip Visković and Indigo & Cloth.
  2. Filip Visković shares his journey from Croatia to Ireland, his passion for coffee, and his obsession with kitchen knives.
  3. Filip Visković discusses the growing appreciation for craftsmanship, the significance of quality tools like knives, and his mission to educate about knife care.

"Life on This Earth in the Year A.D. 2000"

Londonist: Time Machine • 179 implied HN points • 19 Apr 24
💾 History London Transport Competition Events Architecture
  1. In 1954, there was a competition predicting life in the year 2000, with a focus on London's transport future.
  2. The competition attracted a diverse group of participants from various backgrounds and regions around the world.
  3. Transportation was the most popular topic in the competition, with the winning proposals envisioning rooftop roadways for London in 2000.

Portico Winter & Spring Events

The Jewish Table • 393 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Events Festivals
  1. Leah Koenig will be hosting a variety of fun culinary events in different cities this winter and spring.
  2. Events include cooking demos, book talks, and food-related discussions with other authors and chefs.
  3. Cities on the itinerary include Toronto, Minneapolis, Tucson, and New York City.

New event! How AI can (maybe) fix the government!

Odds and Ends of History • 134 implied HN points • 13 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Public Policy Technology AI Events
  1. AI could help the government improve its services. There's a discussion about how it might fix problems when resources are low.
  2. People have mixed feelings about AI. The event encourages both skeptics and enthusiasts to learn more about its potential effects on public services.
  3. The event is a great opportunity to meet others who are interested in technology and government. There will be interesting conversations and some fun giveaways.