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Willie On My Mind

Steady • 24136 implied HN points • 28 Jan 24
🎶 Music Interview
  1. The song 'Always On My Mind' by Willie Nelson is a classic that many people associate with special moments in their lives.
  2. Willie Nelson turned 90+ years old, had a documentary about his life on Paramount+, and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
  3. The author shares a personal connection with Willie Nelson and wishes him luck on his tours.

Butthole Beauty, Ancestral Skincare, & More

The Unpublishable • 6368 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Interview
  1. 2024 beauty predictions like 'asshole care' becoming a reality, showing how trends can be revolutionary and unexpected.
  2. Featured in Country & Town House Magazine, showcasing recognition for contributions in the beauty industry.
  3. Participating in discussions on harmful beauty ideals and activism like on NPR, demonstrating advocacy beyond skincare.

Trump Was Just Laid Baier

The Status Kuo • 12637 implied HN points • 20 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Interview
  1. Fox anchor Bret Baier asked hard-hitting questions in an interview with Trump.
  2. Trump's responses in the interview could further expose him in his federal criminal case.
  3. Trump's public statements could be used against him in court for obstruction of justice and Espionage Act violations.
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Cross A Bob It’ll Cost Ya

Hung Up • 5051 implied HN points • 06 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Interview
  1. Katt Williams gives blunt critiques of other comedians in a podcast interview.
  2. Williams is unapologetically funny and straightforward in his opinions.
  3. Having a bob like Katt Williams means you should think twice before crossing paths with someone.

Conversations with women (over 40): author Helen Garner, 81

The Shift With Sam Baker • 619 implied HN points • 11 Apr 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Interview
  1. Helen Garner values human contact gaze over the erotic gaze in her work and conversations.
  2. Helen Garner, a respected Australian novelist at 81, is finally gaining recognition worldwide for her 13 books.
  3. Garner shares personal stories about her relationships with family members, highlighting the complexities and changes that come with age and life experiences.

The Person Behind @Elmo

Link in Bio • 1159 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Interview
  1. Social media managers speak on behalf of brands and have guidelines for maintaining the brand's voice.
  2. The social strategy for managing accounts like Elmo's involves maintaining the character while engaging with fans in a relatable and joyful manner.
  3. Creating social-first content for platforms like Instagram involves brainstorming, finalizing content, and working with production to bring concepts to life.

Interview: On Facebook and Mark Zuckerberg

TK News by Matt Taibbi • 2367 implied HN points • 16 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Interview
  1. Mark Zuckerberg has recently made a big shift in how he is presenting himself and Facebook. This change could have important effects moving forward.
  2. There are ongoing discussions about the impact of Facebook on free speech, especially in comparison to other social media platforms.
  3. There will be more updates and stories coming soon, including a new law in the U.K. and some controversies involving the TSA.

Podcast with cô Vũ Kim Hạnh

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 1637 implied HN points • 20 Oct 23
🎙 Podcasts Interview
  1. Cô Vũ Kim Hạnh is described as a U70 super woman full of energy and a love for life, always seeking ways to help others.
  2. The author admires Ms. Hạnh's zest for life and wishes to have even half of her vitality.
  3. The podcast chat with cô Vũ Kim Hạnh is in Vietnamese, and viewers are encouraged to subscribe to support the creators.

How Steely Dan's "Second Arrangement" was erased

Expanding Dan • 1257 implied HN points • 22 Jun 23
🎶 Music Interview
  1. The erasure of Steely Dan's "Second Arrangement" was a significant technical blunder in rock music history.
  2. Despite being considered a lost classic, various versions of the song have circulated online for over a decade.
  3. After years of speculation, the engineer who erased the song, known as M., finally speaks out about the incident.

Interview with Larry Johnson

Black Mountain Analysis • 727 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Interview
  1. The interview with Larry Johnson covered topics like upcoming US elections and the interrelations of intelligence services.
  2. Larry Johnson is a CIA veteran and has worked for the US State Department's Office of Counter Terrorism.
  3. Larry Johnson's content and analyses can be found on his webpage and his Substack.

An interview with Emma Webb

The Free Mind • 550 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Interview
  1. Emma Webb is involved in various organizations like The Common Sense Society, Save Our Statues, and New Culture Forum, and is a contributor on GB News.
  2. Common sense is still present but often overlooked in metropolitan areas and needs to be reclaimed.
  3. There is hope for our culture through resistance and perseverance, as historical fortunes can change and people are fighting for important values.

TGIF: Say It Ain’t Joe

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 4150 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Interview
  1. Biden has been forgetting words and mixing up details, causing concerns about his mental state
  2. Biden is skipping the pre-Super Bowl interview to let Americans enjoy the game without politics
  3. A special counsel investigation chose not to prosecute Biden due to doubts about his mental ability to stand trial

The shirt of the year

Blackbird Spyplane • 1598 implied HN points • 13 Jul 23
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Interview
  1. The shirt of the year is a roomy, vertical-stripe button-up that is currently on trend and in high demand.
  2. Keith Henry, a self-taught designer, creates clothes entirely by himself under the name Henry's, known for high-craft jumbo jeans and small-run pieces.
  3. Keith Henry sells his clothes through limited drops, values creative control, and finds inspiration in old army clothing to create unique, well-crafted designs.

Rosie Carr (Interview)

Flow State • 569 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
🎶 Music Interview
  1. Rosie Carr combines homemade instruments with field recordings and trip-hop percussion in her music.
  2. Gardening and ambient music can both have a meditative effect.
  3. Rosie Carr draws influences from a variety of musicians in her compositions.

Questions From A Young Creator

Tales From the Farm • 943 implied HN points • 15 Feb 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Interview
  1. Comics were not a mainstream career option in the past, but now young creators have more opportunities with social media.
  2. Starting out in comics required perseverance and self-promotion without the help of social media.
  3. Working with major comic companies gives more exposure and pay, but independent work offers greater creative freedom.

The New Joe Rogan Interview with Dr. Robert Malone

Who is Robert Malone • 16 implied HN points • 13 Feb 26
🎙 Podcasts Interview
  1. A new two-and-a-half-hour interview on Joe Rogan is now available on Spotify and YouTube.
  2. He was invited by the U.S. State Department to give a keynote at the United Nations Biological Weapons Convention and delivered it via Zoom the same day as the podcast.
  3. He is presented as an original inventor of mRNA delivery and vaccination and a member of the CDC vaccine advisory committee, and he plans to publish notes and video from the UN session and related AI discussions.

The Witch Trials of J.K. Rowling

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 6821 implied HN points • 14 Feb 23
🎭️ Culture Interview
  1. J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series taught millions of children about virtues like loyalty and love.
  2. Rowling's controversial statements on gender led to intense backlash and calls for boycotts.
  3. The story of J.K. Rowling reflects the polarization of public opinion and challenges in public conversation.

INTO THE MIND OF SLY STONE

The Nelson George Mixtape • 511 implied HN points • 07 Jan 24
🎶 Music Interview
  1. Sly Stone is a significant figure in black music history from 1967 to 1974.
  2. His memoir, co-written by Ben Greenmen, offers unique observations and insights.
  3. The book provides a glimpse into Sly Stone's life, music, and interactions with other icons.

Donald Fagen: an interview

Expanding Dan • 786 implied HN points • 07 Sep 23
🎶 Music Interview
  1. Steely Dan is starting a tour with the Eagles at Madison Square Garden.
  2. Donald Fagen answered questions about the tour, memories of Wayne Shorter, favorite albums, and his love for iced tea.
  3. The interview is available to paid subscribers only.

The very first interview about Linux with Linus Torvalds - Oct 28, 1992

The Lunduke Journal of Technology • 5170 implied HN points • 16 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Interview
  1. The first interview about Linux with Linus Torvalds was published in a small E-Mail newsletter in 1992.
  2. The newsletter was significant as it was the first written specifically for Linux and contained the first interview ever with Linus Torvalds about Linux.
  3. Linus Torvalds started working on Linux after taking a UNIX and C course at university, and the system evolved from a terminal emulator to a UNIX-like system.

claire rousay Made an Emo Record. A Real One.

First Floor • 373 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🎶 Music Interview
  1. Claire rousay is releasing a new album titled 'sentiment,' which she describes as her 'emo record' with singing, guitars and sadness.
  2. Even though rousay is known for experimental music, her new album represents a shift to a more traditional songwriting approach.
  3. She experiences doubts about her music and worries about how the audience will receive her new pop-focused sound.