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Remarkable People • 139 implied HN points • 30 May 24
🎙 Podcasts Interviews
  1. Something exciting is on the way, so keep an eye out for updates.
  2. You can subscribe to learn more about remarkable people and their stories.
  3. Sharing the post with friends helps spread the word about what's coming.

The Monday Media Diet with Joe Weisenthal

Why is this interesting? • 1206 implied HN points • 23 Dec 24
🎙 Podcasts Interviews
  1. Joe Weisenthal loves using Twitter in the morning to catch up on fast finance news, but he also checks his email and Bloomberg for important updates.
  2. He enjoys reading Substack newsletters, especially about country music and geopolitics, and he recommends some that he thinks others should follow too.
  3. Weisenthal has spent years exploring media theory and believes it helps understand today's changes in society and technology, particularly with social media.
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Top Steely Dan posts of 2023

Expanding Dan • 491 implied HN points • 29 Dec 23
🎶 Music Interviews
  1. Listen to the long-awaited 'Second Arrangement' cassette by Steely Dan.
  2. Learn about the engineer who recorded over 'Second Arrangement.'
  3. Understand the rivalry and mutual respect between the Eagles and Steely Dan.

Infinite Loops, The Economist, Gut Feelings

Rob Henderson's Newsletter • 1250 implied HN points • 26 Nov 24
🎙 Podcasts Interviews
  1. Spending money can lead to more social connections, especially for men, compared to saving. It seems that being open to spending might attract more partners.
  2. Being with a spouse can significantly boost happiness and make activities feel more meaningful. This shows how important companionship is in our lives.
  3. Dog lovers tend to be more extroverted and organized, while cat lovers might be more open to new experiences. This suggests that our pet preferences can reflect our personalities.

Basketball Is Happening

Good Morning It's Basketball • 707 implied HN points • 17 Mar 23
🎾 Sports Interviews
  1. Lonzo Ball undergoing a significant knee procedure for the third time in 14 months is concerning.
  2. Michael Jordan is considering selling a majority stake in the Charlotte Hornets for potentially over $1 billion.
  3. Bogdan Bogdanovic extends his contract with the Hawks for four years, $68 million, impacting the team's future decisions.

What's got my attention this week #38

The Shift With Sam Baker • 299 implied HN points • 23 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Interviews
  1. Samantha Morton, 46, found solace in acting after nine years in foster care, receiving a BAFTA fellowship.
  2. Explore diverse topics like the gender gap in supplements, a dreamy morning routine from Kate Winslet, and the influence of women like Gloria Steinem at 90 years old.
  3. Discover intriguing stories like turning crossword constructing into a boys' club and the experience of a husband creating a murder podcast about his own family.

How Did You Get By?

BAD AT KEEPING SECRETS • 648 implied HN points • 31 Aug 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Interviews
  1. New York Times columnists Julia Rothman and Shaina Feinberg interview people to share honest stories about topics not commonly discussed.
  2. Their book 'How We Got By' features unique yet universal stories about addiction, career changes, relationships, and more.
  3. The work by Julia and Shaina aims to provide perspective, comfort, and a sense of connection by addressing taboo topics openly.

Vol. 2, Issue 30 - Interview with Lycanroc.Net

Johto Times • 39 implied HN points • 25 Jul 24
🎭️ Culture Interviews
  1. Lycanroc.Net is a fan website that started in 2003 and shares various Pokémon content, along with other interests of its creator, Cat. It has been visited over 8 million times.
  2. Cat's work includes running an online community called Victory Road for eleven years, which had about 1,500 members at its peak. Even after its closure, he values the importance of keeping the community's history online.
  3. Cat's passion for Pokémon has shifted over time, and he now enjoys birdwatching, where he tries to capture photos of as many species as possible, keeping a 'BirdDex' instead of a Pokédex.

How Did Jon Stewart Get Like This?

I Might Be Wrong • 12 implied HN points • 11 Feb 26
🎭️ Culture Interviews
  1. Jon Stewart's recent interview revealed surprising gaps in his economic knowledge and often reduced complex issues to a caricature of extreme free-market thinking.
  2. Economists and commentators reacted with shock and criticism, saying his performance exposed real misunderstandings rather than clever skepticism.
  3. That shift appears to have been brewing for years, with a widely noticed 2009 interview with a financial TV host marking an early turning point toward his current outlook.

My Conversation with Matt Teichman

By Reason Alone • 42 implied HN points • 03 Jan 26
🎙 Podcasts Interviews
  1. Structured practices like spaced repetition, reading groups, and long-term recall systems make learning more effective and more enjoyable.
  2. Even small bits of knowledge — names, dates, or basic history — give big interpersonal and intellectual returns, and many people genuinely enjoy the act of recalling facts.
  3. There are bigger questions about how knowledge and tools shape thinking: whether deeper knowledge aligns people’s views, whether humans can be universal explainers, and how imperfect LLMs might still add value to learning and creativity.

Disaffected on SATURDAY now!

Disaffected Newsletter • 539 implied HN points • 07 Oct 23
🎙 Podcasts Interviews
  1. The show 'Disaffected' is now airing on Saturdays at 8 pm Eastern Time on Rumble.
  2. They will revisit a previous story about job statistics to clarify errors made by Bloomberg News.
  3. The episode will feature Broadway veteran Clifton Duncan discussing his experience during Covid and recent events involving social justice activists.

On Drugs: Our First Interview

Justin E. H. Smith's Hinternet • 362 implied HN points • 27 May 25
📚 Literature Interviews
  1. JSR's new book talks about the nature of reality and the impact of psychedelics on our perception. It suggests that everyone is 'on drugs' in some way every day through the chemicals our bodies produce.
  2. In a light-hearted interview, JSR discusses his own experience with various medications and how they influence his life. He makes a joke about wanting to avoid weight gain while managing his mental health.
  3. The conversation touches on the complexities of recreational drug use, leaving readers curious about JSR's opinion on psychedelics and encouraging them to subscribe for more detailed insights.

The Machine Sessions

The Abbey of Misrule • 193 implied HN points • 12 Aug 25
🎙 Podcasts Interviews
  1. A new podcast called 'The Machine Sessions' will feature conversations about the author's upcoming book. Each episode will be released every Tuesday until the book comes out.
  2. There are special offers for subscribers who pre-order the book, including access to an online event and discounts on writing courses.
  3. The author thanks his readers for their support, explaining that the book's ideas were developed through his writing on this platform over the past five years.

Bob Dylan Drummers Summit: Jim Keltner, Stan Lynch, Winston Watson

Flagging Down the Double E's • 471 implied HN points • 23 Sep 23
🎶 Music Interviews
  1. The Dylan Drummers Summit brought together three legendary drummers who reflected on their time playing with Bob Dylan.
  2. The conversation was engaging, charming, and at times moving as they shared memories and anecdotes.
  3. Body language and subtle cues were crucial in playing with Bob Dylan, and drummers had to be fearless and attentive to contribute effectively.

The Late Gregg Sutton Remembers Bob Dylan's 1984 'Real Live' Tour

Flagging Down the Double E's • 432 implied HN points • 25 Oct 23
🎶 Music Interviews
  1. Gregg Sutton, Bob Dylan's 1984 bassist, was a huge Dylan fan and had a deep connection with him during their tour.
  2. The 1984 Bob Dylan tour had memorable moments with famous musicians like Santana, and unique experiences like Bono's extended rendition of 'Blowin' In The Wind'.
  3. Bob Dylan's live record 'Real Live' from the 1984 tour didn't capture all the magic of the performances and had shortcomings according to some band members.

Podcast: The Hagitude Sessions are now available

The Art of Enchantment, with Dr Sharon Blackie • 1118 implied HN points • 15 Aug 22
🎙 Podcasts Interviews
  1. A series of special podcast episodes called 'The Hagitude Sessions' are now available on 'This Mythic Life' podcast, discussing experiences of women in the second half of their lives.
  2. The first guest on the podcast is writer Tanya Shadrick, known for her inspiring work and transformative life journey.
  3. Listeners can subscribe to the podcast on various platforms like SoundCloud, iTunes, Stitcher, and TuneIn to receive new episodes automatically.

Glenn Loury, Confucius, The Cost of Luxury Beliefs

Rob Henderson's Newsletter • 1685 implied HN points • 06 Mar 24
🎙 Podcasts Interviews
  1. Success is about training, mentorship, rigor, and standards, not just representation or diversity programs.
  2. A book event in San Francisco is happening on March 7 at 8VC, with limited space available for registration.
  3. Interesting findings include preferences of both men and women in partners, historical insights on human evolution and chewing, and marriage rates by income quintile in the US.

D̶o̶n̶'t̶ Do It Fedon!

The Greek Analyst • 259 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Interviews
  1. The meme 'Don't Do It, Fedon!' symbolizes the need for Greece to move past old crises and strive for better things by embracing the F.E.T.A. framework: Failure, Effort, Toughing it Out, and Action.
  2. Greece needs to change its attitude towards failure, embrace meaningful effort, tough out challenges, and take proactive action to achieve success.
  3. Investments are booming in various sectors in Greece, with startups flourishing, tech companies expanding, and public and private investments contributing to economic growth.

This YouTuber amassed a half million social media followers by interviewing touring musicians

Simon Owens's Media Newsletter • 249 implied HN points • 27 Jun 25
🎶 Music Interviews
  1. Josh Weidling created Digital Tour Bus to give fans a peek inside musicians' tour experiences. He films tours and shares the behind-the-scenes moments through videos.
  2. Since starting in 2010, Weidling has posted over 9,000 videos and gained a following of over 500,000 people on social media. His work has grown from MySpace to platforms like TikTok.
  3. He originally saw the project as a way to help promote bands while also using his skills in planning and content creation. It's a unique way to connect musicians with fans.

I'm launching the Solo Founders Podcast tomorrow

Texts with Founders • 2 implied HN points • 03 Mar 26
🎙 Podcasts Interviews
  1. A Solo Founders Podcast launches tomorrow and will feature founders who share concrete, battle-tested lessons. The first episode spotlights a solo founder who scaled from $100K to $1.25M ARR in two weeks by using AI for the majority of the business.
  2. Subscribing before launch helps the podcast rank better, so early subscribers make a real difference. Trailers are available on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts if you want a quick preview.
  3. Anyone who subscribes before the launch is invited to a private Zoom AMA about building solo. Subscribe, reply "DONE", and you'll receive the calendar invite.

A Subversion of Consciousness

ᴋʟᴀᵾs • 432 implied HN points • 05 May 23
🎭️ Culture Interviews
  1. Tom DeLonge discusses the intention of UFO phenomena to prevent humanity from realizing its full potential.
  2. There is a narrative that extraterrestrial life forms do not want humanity to become too powerful.
  3. The idea of a subversion of consciousness is a central theme in the study of UFO phenomenon.

435: Constellation Software, Twitter vs Threads, Mr. Beast, Air Travel, EVs, CANDUs, OpenAI, TSMC, and Trent Reznor

Liberty’s Highlights • 432 implied HN points • 10 Jul 23
🕹 Technology Interviews
  1. Constellation Software focuses on smaller acquisitions to maintain discipline and high returns.
  2. Twitter is facing challenges with spam, algorithm changes, and leadership, leading to fragmentation.
  3. Open standard ActivityPub offers hope for bringing various social networks together in a federated way.

Vol. 2, Issue 27 - Interview with Pokémon Forever

Johto Times • 39 implied HN points • 04 Jul 24
🎭️ Culture Interviews
  1. Pokémon Forever was an important fan site that provided detailed information about the early Pokémon games. It helped fans understand game mechanics and offered tools for deeper insights.
  2. The creator, Chris Fritz, used the site to learn web development and programming, which significantly shaped his career. He also made notable contributions to Pokémon terminology that fans still use today.
  3. Despite closing in 2005, Pokémon Forever left a legacy in the community. Chris reflected positively on his experiences and encouraged new fans to explore technology through their interests.

Creative Computing Magazine Interviews Clive Sinclair (1980)

Computer Ads from the Past • 640 implied HN points • 06 Dec 24
🕹 Technology Interviews
  1. Clive Sinclair started his electronics career in 1962 and created several groundbreaking products, including the first mass pocket calculator and the ZX-80 computer.
  2. The ZX-80 was designed to help people learn about computers at a low cost, and it was expandable with additional features like a more professional version of Basic programming.
  3. Sinclair's company aimed to lead in technology with innovations like flat screen TVs and portable systems, focusing on making their products reliable and affordable.

A Contrarian’s Guide to Hiring

The Generalist • 1320 implied HN points • 13 Feb 24
💼 Business Interviews
  1. Founders need to be creative in their hiring practices to find the right talent for high-growth startups.
  2. Assessing a candidate's writing, backchanneling with previous employers, and focusing on cultural fit are key strategies for hiring exceptional talent.
  3. Conducting non-traditional interviews like principles-based interviews can help in identifying candidates who align with the company's values and work style.

Heather Heying on Disaffected

Disaffected Newsletter • 619 implied HN points • 11 May 23
🎙 Podcasts Interviews
  1. Humans have evolved with differences in psychology based on sex, not just physical traits. This means men and women might think and behave differently due to their evolutionary backgrounds.
  2. Heather Heying, a biologist, shares insights about our evolutionary history and how it shapes our modern lives. Understanding this history can help us navigate today's challenges.
  3. The discussion is only available as an audio podcast, so listeners need to tune in through podcast platforms to catch the conversation.

I Interviewed Tim Ferriss

polymathematics • 99 implied HN points • 03 Apr 24
🎭️ Culture Interviews
  1. Balancing curiosity and focus is important for success. It's good to explore different interests while also being really good at one main thing.
  2. Harley Finkelstein shared the T Shape concept, which means being deep in one skill while having basic skills in other areas. This helps in doing good work overall.
  3. Tim Ferriss uses time blocks to manage his focus. He schedules time for both deep work and exploration, allowing space for both curiosity and productivity.

A chat with John Grisham

The Watch • 529 implied HN points • 23 Nov 24
📚 Literature Interviews
  1. John Grisham focuses on wrongful convictions and the flaws in the criminal justice system. His new book, 'Framed', sheds light on these issues and emphasizes the importance of reform.
  2. The conversation around the innocence movement highlights the challenges in getting justice for those wrongfully convicted. There's a lack of accountability among those involved in these cases, making it hard to address systemic mistakes.
  3. Everyday people can make a difference by engaging with those in prison, whether through writing letters or supporting innocence organizations. Small acts of kindness can provide hope to those who feel forgotten.