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May 18
The one person who’d know can’t tell me .
I’m sitting in hospice with my mom, who would know the answer to this question, but I can’t ask her. [more inside]
Quiet indy songwriter name
Trying to remember the name of a singer-songwriter I heard on All Songs Considered, maybe in 2022 or 2023? [more inside]
May 17
song lyric id
I'm trying to remember the name of a song, sung by a woman where she's talking to a romantic interest and there's a repeated refrain of "I've got a [insert something], you've got a [item that pairs well with the thing she's got]". I thought Juice Newton, but probably not. It's boppy and upbeat and I need to stop trying to remember what it is. Help! (and thanks).
May 16
similar songs to these
Hi! There are 2 songs I am in love with from Taylor's new album. I would love recommendations for others I may like. [more inside]
ISO an obscure 20th Cen. European historical drama series
I am searching for a particular historical drama that: [more inside]
May 15
Large format posters with political or ecological themes
I love Just Seeds for their activist posters. I am looking at Rosemary Mosco for their bird prints. But I'm really wanting a poster ~24 inches wide and at least 30 inches long. Ideally it would be extra long! 40 inches long? 48 inches? Longer? Any recs for some large format posters with social or environmental justice themes? Even better... a poster with proceeds that go to an advocacy group. [more inside]
Slides into their DMs
I picked up around 30-40 circular slide trays from my in-laws, photos my father-in-law took over the past 60 years. My goal is to digitize them, but I'm not sure how to make these digital copies useful. [more inside]
May 14
Gateways to Fictional Lands?
I'd like to compile a list of significant* fictional places with specific "gateways" or portals to access them, like the wardrobe for Narnia, the rabbit hole and looking glass for Alice, Platform 9 3/4 for Hogwarts, etc. I'm thinking more books or stories than TV, films, or games, but all are fine if it's something especially memorable / interesting. Can you help me find the way there? [more inside]
What movie am I thinking of?
About 10 or 20 years ago, I saw a trailer for an intriguing movie. Here's what I remember: A troupe of Shakespearean actors is stranded in a remote location when their train breaks down. I think they were somewhere in Australia. [more inside]
May 13
How do news outlets come to have such strong political biases?
It's easy to observe that different news outlets have different political biases, but I'd love to have a clear, simple explanation of WHY those biases exist, and HOW they develop and intensify. Can you explain it? [more inside]
May 12
Song sounds that evoke hell/the devil - origins?
I was watching the Decemberists play Oh No last night and was thinking about songs with (usually) a repetitive brass line and downbeat vocals that make us think of hell or the devil - the only other two examples I can find right now are Hell by the Squirrel Nut Zippers and the robot devil song from Futurama, but it’s instantly recognizable. Where did this theme originate, or is there anything I can search on to learn more about it? Thanks!
Help me find this contemporary dance video
Some time ago I saw a contemporary dance video of three women, probably as an Instagram reel, and I'd like to watch it again. It was professionally shot and choreographed in a dance studio with a static wide angle, set to a sixties folk-rock tune, but I can't remember any more details. Help! [more inside]
May 11
Can I mount an iPad on a tripod with a protective case?
I have a 10.9 inch iPad (10th generation). I would like to mount it on my photography tripod to film some timelapse footage. I would also like the iPad to be in a very protective case. What case and tripod mount should I get? [more inside]
"Talky" sitcoms that you can listen to without watching
I've just discovered audio described TV. Can anyone recommend sitcoms or comedy-drama TV shows you've watched that are dialogue-heavy, don't rely too much on visuals, and might translate well into this format? No need to have seen an actual audio described version of the show to answer! I'm just looking for suggestions to try. [more inside]
which newsletter platform should I use?
A previous ask on this was focused on ethical questions, mine are more basic. What are the options, and how do they stack up for my needs? [more inside]
Please help expand my playlist.
I would love some help finding new tracks for my playlist. [more inside]
Milan Photographer Recommendation
I am looking to have family photos taken when traveling to the city this summer. Surprisingly, my children who won’t let me take a posed picture of them are willing to go for this! Please share either a referral for a local photographer, or places to find recommendations. Thank you! [more inside]
May 10
swinging sounds like Oli Julian's "Spy" theme?
I love Oli Julian's theme music for the Darren Boyd sitcom "Spy." It's got a great zingy, swingy sound. Please recommend me anything that's like that. Thanks!
Keyboard Stand
I want this:
Pyle Universal Keyboard Heavy-Duty Electronic Organ Holder Rack Portable Piano Stand w/ 2nd Tier, Adjustable Height and Width, Rubber Discs PKST64 but in black. Doesn't seem to be an option. I play seated so this geometry is nice because there is nothing in the ways of human legs.
What can you suggest?
May 9
Help me find an essay about Apple's demo copy for texts, photos, etc.
I'm trying to track down an essay or blog post from the past couple of years that analyzed Apple marketing collateral through the lens of the people and their lives depicted in the texts, emails, messages to each other, photos, etc. shown in Apple ads, demos, promo videos, etc. It used screenshots to make its point. It noted a few recurring names of characters in the product shots. I recall that it suggested most of the messages you see are about parties and social events.