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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.

Why So Many People Told Me To Kill Myself This Weekend

Singal-Minded • 1644 implied HN points • 25 Jul 23
📰 News Online Harassment Journalism Podcasts Social media Ethics
  1. The author received harsh and disturbing responses online, including calls to kill themselves, after tweeting about an issue they disagreed with.
  2. There was a situation where a podcast misinterpreted and misrepresented a doctor's recommendation regarding hormone treatment for a transgender individual, leading to a Twitter controversy.
  3. The author faced escalating online harassment and suicide-baiting from certain individuals and their followers, highlighting the toxic nature of social media interactions.
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The Monday Media Diet with Kelsey Keith

Why is this interesting? • 603 implied HN points • 18 Mar 24
🎭️ Culture Media Books Podcasts Fashion Architecture
  1. Kelsey Keith, brand creative director for Herman Miller, describes her varied background in editing design and architecture publications.
  2. Her media diet includes a mix of work-related and personal interest subscriptions like AD Pro, New Yorker, and Bloomberg Business Week.
  3. She recommends lesser-known writers like Stephanie Madewell and Fred Nicolaus, and praises the app Libby for library downloads on Kindle.

What's got my attention this week #38

The Shift With Sam Baker • 299 implied HN points • 23 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Literature Podcasts Interviews Entertainment Society
  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.

Free Speech on College Campuses

The Future of Education • 495 implied HN points • 02 Jan 24
🚌 Education Higher Ed Free speech Academic Freedom Podcasts Online Education
  1. In the dialogue on college campuses, there is a need to broaden perspectives and engage in deeper conversations to foster resilience.
  2. University leaders should maintain neutrality on controversial issues, creating an environment for open debate without imposing specific viewpoints.
  3. Higher education institutions should focus on developing students' abilities to engage with complexity, debate ideas, and build humility for better societal cohesion.

Shiny Happy People Recipe...

illyanna Maisonet's Newsletter • 687 implied HN points • 26 Sep 23
🎭️ Culture Food Podcasts Gender Career Criticism
  1. The author offers a discount for annual subscriptions to their newsletter until the end of the year.
  2. There is a discussion about engaging and retaining followers, with feedback on the tone of the newsletter being shared.
  3. The complexity of balancing authenticity with audience perception, especially in terms of expressions of anger or jadedness, is highlighted.

Links - 01/15/2024

Value Investing World • 373 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
💰 Finance Investing Stocks Podcasts Business Strategy
  1. Investors need a margin of safety when investing in securities to account for human error and market volatility.
  2. Various podcasts and videos are available covering topics like top stocks for 2024, business strategies, and lessons from investors.
  3. Continuously learning and staying informed is crucial in making wise decisions, as wisdom doesn't come by chance.

art delivery : 04.01.23

The NO SUCH THING AS TOO MUCH ART Society • 648 implied HN points • 01 Apr 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Artist spotlight Art Process Podcasts Drawing Visual art
  1. Artist Melissa Louise Bolger creates large-scale crocheted drawings as an ode to her mother.
  2. The artist's work is inspired by an Afghan her mother made and is a way for her to connect with her late mother's spirit.
  3. Listeners can find more about the artist and her work in a new episode available for watching on YouTube.

Spring Cleaning for the Mind

Holodoxa • 199 implied HN points • 27 Mar 24
📚 Literature Books Podcasts Reviews Memoirs
  1. The start of 2024 has been eventful domestically, economically strong in the US, and characterized by international chaos.
  2. Reading 75 books this year is a goal, with a bias towards nonfiction titles and a focus on literary reviews.
  3. Engaging with podcasts continues to be a significant part of consumption, with an emphasis on diverse shows and episodes for various interests.

Shared trauma

INDIGNITY • 294 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Trauma News Podcasts
  1. The internet can be a dark and dangerous place, where sharing traumatic content can have harmful effects.
  2. Seeing and sharing disturbing content online can impact mental health and well-being.
  3. It's important to consider the consequences of sharing violent or traumatic content on social media platforms.

⬜ Ignore the ugly book cover

One Thing • 296 implied HN points • 04 Feb 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Books Fashion Podcasts Cuisine Literature
  1. The memoir of Venice highlighted in the post is engaging, despite its unattractive book cover.
  2. The CEO of Daunt Books emphasizes curation, allowing each store's staff to dictate book displays, leading to unique and engaging selections.
  3. Exploring Venice through the lens of 'The Politics of Washing' provides insights into daily life, history, and cultural complexities, showcasing the beauty and challenges of the city.

Weekend Roundup

Classical Wisdom • 255 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🚌 Education History Mythology Literature Podcasts Classical Studies
  1. Listen to the wisdom of Herodotus and learn about the Scythians, an ancient nomadic people who were once considered 'invincible'
  2. Explore mythological fiction like Tad Crawford's 'On Wine-Dark Seas', a sequel to the Odyssey, to delve deeper into the story of Odysseus and Telemachus
  3. Access exclusive content and resources by becoming a member of Classical Wisdom, including podcasts with professors, webinars, e-books, and magazines

Insufficient postage

INDIGNITY • 255 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Media Literature Food & Drink Podcasts Art
  1. The United States Postal Service is facing issues with postage labels not sticking, highlighting challenges in mail delivery
  2. Louis DeJoy's tenure as postmaster general under Donald Trump raised concerns and issues with mail service
  3. The importance of functioning postal service and the impact of inefficiencies on everyday tasks can be significant

The dangers of Andrew Huberman

Trickle-Down Wellness • 216 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Neuroscience Health Misinformation Immunology Podcasts
  1. Andrew Huberman has faced criticism for sharing misinformation regarding sunscreen and flu prevention.
  2. Huberman's avoidance of common health interventions like sunscreen and vaccines while promoting cold plunges and supplements is concerning.
  3. Critics have pointed out multiple inaccuracies in Huberman's claims about immunity, cold, and flu transmission, highlighting the importance of consulting credible experts.

Beach Body Horror

Momspreading • 216 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Literature Music Podcasts Fiction
  1. The female body is complex, often not believed or controlled, but also a product of our own will.
  2. The books discussed tell diverse stories of female bodies facing trauma, imperfections, and longing.
  3. The fear of needing people to believe what's happening in your own body can be overwhelming, leading to bureaucratic challenges in seeking medical help.

#96: How to learn anything fast in a data-abundant world

Many One Percents • 412 implied HN points • 09 Apr 23
🚌 Education Learning methods Podcasts Blogging Connection
  1. To learn fast in a data-abundant world, focus on reading landmark books to understand industry-changing concepts.
  2. After grasping the basics, delve into nuances by listening to podcasts where practitioners discuss topics in depth.
  3. Knowledge is like a territory, with basics as the mainland and nuances as the defining borders.