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My favorite record store, Cactus Music, has a small email newsletter where they announce new music coming into the store and record store drop days. You can subscribe here [https://cactusmusictx.com/email-newsletter/] (I recommend it, even if you’re not local to Houston). This week, I discovered “The Marfa

I am a big proponent of buying small and buying locally. The small businesses near you need your support and patronage. And you don’t have the added carbon footprint of one-off shipping to your house. Sometimes, though, you can only find something you want or need online. In those

What a lovely little film showcasing some incredible skateboard dancing talent from “The Girls of Guanabara” (Sara Watanabe, Ana Maria Suzano, Beatriz Gavelak, and Teresa Madeline) and a beautiful song from Icky Blossoms called “Perfect Vision [https://vimeo.com/45726821].” The skill shown in this video is next level. I’

I enjoyed this podcast featuring Daniel Stillman on the topic of intentional conversations. I especially appreciated his perspective on not assuming malice from others in conversations, meetings, responses. As someone who struggles to avoid cynicism as a default, I enjoyed the tips and analogies he used. Podcast #634: How to

> It’s as simple and as complex as that. You’re the only you that’s ever been. Keep showing up despite the chaos. Be humble in the pursuit of your art and ruthless about finding the time to make it. Find friends with whom you can weather the