A Week on the Internet
Weekly Quick Hits - December 10
This week’s list: Marc’s Substack, Daniel Buyeske, Taskmaster New Zealand, Where Should We Begin, The Unspeakable Podcast, Hello from the Magic Tavern
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Fathers & Sons (and Daughters)
Marc’s Substack by Marc Randolph
Summary: Randolph muses on the consistency with which one’s children often follow similar paths to oneself.
My thoughts: I feel like this post misses some key potential influences, but it’s a thought-provoking read.
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Daniel Buyeske
Summary: Cheerleaders/Stunters perform impressive (and silly) feats of acrobatics.
My thoughts: The algorithm brought me to this channel, and I have no regrets. Expect amazing stunts and childish senses of humor.
Watch: YouTube
Taskmaster New Zealand
Summary: It’s Taskmaster! But with different accents!
My thoughts: Not quite as strong as the OG series, but the comedians are unique and TM is always a fun time.
Watch: YouTube
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Esther Calling - My Emotional Inheritance
Where Should We Begin? with Esther Perel
Summary: A young woman feels that her parents are implicitly rejecting her when they vote for politicians with conservative policy plans.
My thoughts: When this episode started, I almost turned it off because I found the guest so off-putting, but it’s worth listening all the way through.
Listen: Apple Podcasts (and other podcatchers)
Livestreaming Yourself to Death: Erich Schwartzel on Social Media Influencers Rachel and Dave Hollis
The Unspeakable Podcast
Summary: Schwartzel shares the sad story of the Hollises, their rise and fall in the nascent world of online influencers.
My thoughts: This episode is a moving exploration of two people’s lives, and the impact internet fame can have on how you see the world.
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Momentos, Oh Momentos! 2
Hello from the Magic Tavern
Summary: Dripfang the Chef Inquisitor, the Antiquarian, and John Ogre are back to appraise magical items and judge their guests.
My thoughts: This episode made me laugh out loud several times. I adore this concept and the cast.
Listen: (Patreon members only) online
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