AkaoMiru 🇨🇦🏴
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Scot/Canadian, pop-culture bobbins, etc, etc
I have a horrible feeling this is down to a UK/US date format screwup - day/month vs month/day www.bbc.com/news/article...
Biffy Clyro scrap US tour over 'genius' visa error
The band say "some genius" filled in the wrong dates on their visa form, making the tour impossible.
www.bbc.com
November 27, 2025 at 9:31 PM
I have a horrible feeling this is down to a UK/US date format screwup - day/month vs month/day www.bbc.com/news/article...
Introduce yourself with 5 concerts you've seen...
Iron Maiden (80's)
Crowded House x 5 (90's)
Jim O'Rourke (00's)
Tragically Hip x 2 (10's)
Remi Wolf (20's)
Iron Maiden (80's)
Crowded House x 5 (90's)
Jim O'Rourke (00's)
Tragically Hip x 2 (10's)
Remi Wolf (20's)
Introduce yourself with 5 concerts you've seen...
Lana Del Rey
Cassandra Jenkins
Air
Gillian Welch and David Rawlings
Father John Misty
(All in 2025).
Lana Del Rey
Cassandra Jenkins
Air
Gillian Welch and David Rawlings
Father John Misty
(All in 2025).
Introduce yourself with 5 concerts you’ve seen:
R.E.M.
Public Service Broadcasting
The Residents
Goat
Underworld
R.E.M.
Public Service Broadcasting
The Residents
Goat
Underworld
November 27, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Introduce yourself with 5 concerts you've seen...
Iron Maiden (80's)
Crowded House x 5 (90's)
Jim O'Rourke (00's)
Tragically Hip x 2 (10's)
Remi Wolf (20's)
Iron Maiden (80's)
Crowded House x 5 (90's)
Jim O'Rourke (00's)
Tragically Hip x 2 (10's)
Remi Wolf (20's)
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"Runctitiononal features"? "Medical fymblal"? "1 Tol Line storee"? This gets worse the longer you look at it. But it's got to be good, because it was published in Nature Scientific Reports last week: www.nature.com/articles/s41... h/t @asa.tsbalans.se
November 27, 2025 at 9:30 AM
"Runctitiononal features"? "Medical fymblal"? "1 Tol Line storee"? This gets worse the longer you look at it. But it's got to be good, because it was published in Nature Scientific Reports last week: www.nature.com/articles/s41... h/t @asa.tsbalans.se
Time to block @avclub.com before they inevitably spoil Stranger Things in a headline tomorrow.
November 27, 2025 at 1:52 AM
Time to block @avclub.com before they inevitably spoil Stranger Things in a headline tomorrow.
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“A Scout is brave.”
Strong response from Scouting head (and former aerospace CEO) Roger Krone.
I personally did not vibe with the other kids in my Scout troop, but this whiskey-breath chickenhawk peckerhead “Secretary of War” is awakening levels of patriotic outrage in me I didn’t know were there
Strong response from Scouting head (and former aerospace CEO) Roger Krone.
I personally did not vibe with the other kids in my Scout troop, but this whiskey-breath chickenhawk peckerhead “Secretary of War” is awakening levels of patriotic outrage in me I didn’t know were there
November 25, 2025 at 5:09 PM
“A Scout is brave.”
Strong response from Scouting head (and former aerospace CEO) Roger Krone.
I personally did not vibe with the other kids in my Scout troop, but this whiskey-breath chickenhawk peckerhead “Secretary of War” is awakening levels of patriotic outrage in me I didn’t know were there
Strong response from Scouting head (and former aerospace CEO) Roger Krone.
I personally did not vibe with the other kids in my Scout troop, but this whiskey-breath chickenhawk peckerhead “Secretary of War” is awakening levels of patriotic outrage in me I didn’t know were there
Ever since the worst people in the world were given the reigns of power, I've had to remind myself of this too many times a day 😖
November 25, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Ever since the worst people in the world were given the reigns of power, I've had to remind myself of this too many times a day 😖
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Does the BBC think it's improper for a speaker to state their opinion that Donald Trump is the most openly corrupt president in American history?
Because I think almost all historians would readily agree that Donald Trump is the most openly corrupt president in American history.
Because I think almost all historians would readily agree that Donald Trump is the most openly corrupt president in American history.
BBC censors a lecture removing author’s remarks on Trump that refer to him a the most openly corrupt American president.
November 25, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Does the BBC think it's improper for a speaker to state their opinion that Donald Trump is the most openly corrupt president in American history?
Because I think almost all historians would readily agree that Donald Trump is the most openly corrupt president in American history.
Because I think almost all historians would readily agree that Donald Trump is the most openly corrupt president in American history.
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BBC censors a lecture removing author’s remarks on Trump that refer to him a the most openly corrupt American president.
November 25, 2025 at 1:23 PM
BBC censors a lecture removing author’s remarks on Trump that refer to him a the most openly corrupt American president.
Since everyone seems to be doing their SW takes in response to this, my own prequel bugbear is that everything (particularly the political discussions) is framed in big, wide shots, killing connection to the characters in favour of showing off the pretty CG backgrounds.
Also, the score NEVER STOPS!
Also, the score NEVER STOPS!
haven’t seen ROS or Solo but this seems like a pretty ball-knowing list from Pritzker, particularly if he volunteered the name “Star Wars” rather than “A New Hope”
November 24, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Since everyone seems to be doing their SW takes in response to this, my own prequel bugbear is that everything (particularly the political discussions) is framed in big, wide shots, killing connection to the characters in favour of showing off the pretty CG backgrounds.
Also, the score NEVER STOPS!
Also, the score NEVER STOPS!
My shortlist for my favourite albums of 2025 is currently sitting at 30. This is going to be a fun one to whittle down, but I guess that's the sign of a good music year?
November 23, 2025 at 9:41 PM
My shortlist for my favourite albums of 2025 is currently sitting at 30. This is going to be a fun one to whittle down, but I guess that's the sign of a good music year?
Between conflicting family safety settings on Microsoft, Xbox (which we don't have BTW, but that seems to be where all PC game settings live), and Roblox, I can't figure out which one is suddenly stopping my kids from playing Roblox 🤬.
November 23, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Between conflicting family safety settings on Microsoft, Xbox (which we don't have BTW, but that seems to be where all PC game settings live), and Roblox, I can't figure out which one is suddenly stopping my kids from playing Roblox 🤬.
I'm listening to the audiobook of Tim Curry's memoir, "Vagabond", read by the man himself. The stroke has very obviously affected his speech, but his wit and talent as a storyteller is still there. It is, however, the only use I've found for adjusting the playback speed of an audiobook.
November 23, 2025 at 6:41 PM
I'm listening to the audiobook of Tim Curry's memoir, "Vagabond", read by the man himself. The stroke has very obviously affected his speech, but his wit and talent as a storyteller is still there. It is, however, the only use I've found for adjusting the playback speed of an audiobook.
I'm realizing that '76 is quite underrepresented in my record collection. Lots from '75 or '77, but '76 doesn't have too much for me. It does have Dylan's "Desire" though, so that's next for this morning #NowPlaying
November 23, 2025 at 4:47 PM
I'm realizing that '76 is quite underrepresented in my record collection. Lots from '75 or '77, but '76 doesn't have too much for me. It does have Dylan's "Desire" though, so that's next for this morning #NowPlaying
I still have the house to myself so I've decided to keep on listening to 1976, with Genesis's "A Trick of the Tail". Not that I ever really need a reason to listen to this one mind you. #NowPlaying
November 23, 2025 at 3:19 PM
I still have the house to myself so I've decided to keep on listening to 1976, with Genesis's "A Trick of the Tail". Not that I ever really need a reason to listen to this one mind you. #NowPlaying
This album is so forgotten it doesn't even turn up in listicles of "Worst album covers"
I'm starting my Sunday morning with an album that I've never heard before - Loudon Wainwright III's "T Shirt". I went through a Loudo phase about 25 years ago, but I don't remember seeing this one on CD even... So far, so OK, though opener "Bicentennial" sounds like it has wah-wah on the vocals?
November 23, 2025 at 2:24 PM
This album is so forgotten it doesn't even turn up in listicles of "Worst album covers"
I'm starting my Sunday morning with an album that I've never heard before - Loudon Wainwright III's "T Shirt". I went through a Loudo phase about 25 years ago, but I don't remember seeing this one on CD even... So far, so OK, though opener "Bicentennial" sounds like it has wah-wah on the vocals?
November 23, 2025 at 2:13 PM
I'm starting my Sunday morning with an album that I've never heard before - Loudon Wainwright III's "T Shirt". I went through a Loudo phase about 25 years ago, but I don't remember seeing this one on CD even... So far, so OK, though opener "Bicentennial" sounds like it has wah-wah on the vocals?
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Split Enz 1976 album Second Thoughts has now been remixed and remastered as part of ENZyclopedia Vol.1 & 2. Produced by Phil Manzanera, best known for being part of Roxy Music and also for his impressive production work for Pink Floyd, John Cale and Nina Hagen. Link in bio to order.. 💿🎸
November 21, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Split Enz 1976 album Second Thoughts has now been remixed and remastered as part of ENZyclopedia Vol.1 & 2. Produced by Phil Manzanera, best known for being part of Roxy Music and also for his impressive production work for Pink Floyd, John Cale and Nina Hagen. Link in bio to order.. 💿🎸
It has arrived in Canada! Split Enz in 5.1!!! Never thought I'd see the day, but getting to hear a surround mix of "Second Thoughts" (AKA the Chrysalis "Mental Notes") is quite fabulous ❤️ Thanks to @super-deluxe.bsky.social for putting this out.
Now, I just need to upgrade to an Atmos setup...
Now, I just need to upgrade to an Atmos setup...
November 20, 2025 at 5:39 PM
It has arrived in Canada! Split Enz in 5.1!!! Never thought I'd see the day, but getting to hear a surround mix of "Second Thoughts" (AKA the Chrysalis "Mental Notes") is quite fabulous ❤️ Thanks to @super-deluxe.bsky.social for putting this out.
Now, I just need to upgrade to an Atmos setup...
Now, I just need to upgrade to an Atmos setup...
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mr president sir theres a story coming about how you intervened to help a sex criminal. no sir, not that sex criminal you helped….no not that one either…sir, please stop guessing sex criminals that you helped. ill give you a hint sir, hes a trafficker. no sir, not that trafficker a different one
NEW: When Andrew Tate landed in the US, Customs & Border Protection seized his electronic devices. But @propublica.org found that a White House official told DHS to return the devices, emphasizing that the request came from the White House.
By @robert-faturechi.bsky.social & Avi Asher-Schapiro
By @robert-faturechi.bsky.social & Avi Asher-Schapiro
The White House Intervened on Behalf of Accused Sex Trafficker Andrew Tate During a Federal Investigation
Federal authorities were chided for seizing electronic devices from Tate and his brother, and told to return them, records and interviews show. Experts said the intervention was highly inappropriate.
www.propublica.org
November 18, 2025 at 1:10 PM
mr president sir theres a story coming about how you intervened to help a sex criminal. no sir, not that sex criminal you helped….no not that one either…sir, please stop guessing sex criminals that you helped. ill give you a hint sir, hes a trafficker. no sir, not that trafficker a different one
Great interview here with Eddie & Phil Manzanera about the new Split Enz reissues. The talk of what comes next is quite tantalizing... 🤞
There's a wonderful interview with #RoxyMusic legend #PhilManzanera, on SDE, about his production work on #SplitEnz's 1976 album 'Second Thoughts'. Eddie Rayner, the band's keyboardist, also answers some questions! Have a read > bit.ly/47NHRyL
November 18, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Great interview here with Eddie & Phil Manzanera about the new Split Enz reissues. The talk of what comes next is quite tantalizing... 🤞
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As tensions increase between the United States and Canada, some Trump staffers worry that new travel restrictions may make it more difficult for them to visit their girlfriends.
November 18, 2025 at 5:02 PM
As tensions increase between the United States and Canada, some Trump staffers worry that new travel restrictions may make it more difficult for them to visit their girlfriends.
A nice review of the new Split Enz "ENZyclopedia" box set positive-feedback.com/reviews/musi...
Chrysalis Records Celebrates the Early Legacy of New Zealand Rockers Split Enz with Enzyclopedia Volumes 1 and 2 - Positive Feedback
Chrysalis Records Celebrates the Early Legacy of New Zealand Rockers Split Enz with Enzyclopedia Volumes 1 and 2
positive-feedback.com
November 14, 2025 at 9:19 PM
A nice review of the new Split Enz "ENZyclopedia" box set positive-feedback.com/reviews/musi...
Again, the tariff stuff is part of why I won't go to the States, but the stories coming out of encounters with authorities at the border are f'in terrifying. It is not a safe place to travel to. www.bbc.com/news/article...
Canadian boycott of US travel shows no sign of slowing
October marked the 10th month of decreased Canadian travel to the US, with many staying away over political and trade tensions.
www.bbc.com
November 14, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Again, the tariff stuff is part of why I won't go to the States, but the stories coming out of encounters with authorities at the border are f'in terrifying. It is not a safe place to travel to. www.bbc.com/news/article...
My listening for today/next week/rest of the year is sorted - Split Enz's "ENZyclopedia" is here. Just don't expect anything remotely like "I Got You" open.spotify.com/album/3D0xk7...
ENZyclopedia: Volumes One & Two
open.spotify.com
November 14, 2025 at 12:24 PM
My listening for today/next week/rest of the year is sorted - Split Enz's "ENZyclopedia" is here. Just don't expect anything remotely like "I Got You" open.spotify.com/album/3D0xk7...