Patrick Murray
@nprpatrick.bsky.social
Audio Engineer & Production Support for NPR since 1997. TD Emeritus of WATC, News Ops, WESAT, & WESUN. Proud member of NABET 31. Somewhat reformed Mass-Hole.
I feel the tremendous urge to share this The Woks of Life video because it brings back so much nostalgia for my growing up in the 70s. It’s a true walk down amnesia lane. The last Pupu platter we had was 13 years ago at Chan‘s in Woonsocket. It’s still there. Go, if you can.
The Ultimate Pupu Platter Party! | The Woks of Life
YouTube video by The Woks of Life
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November 11, 2025 at 9:37 PM
I feel the tremendous urge to share this The Woks of Life video because it brings back so much nostalgia for my growing up in the 70s. It’s a true walk down amnesia lane. The last Pupu platter we had was 13 years ago at Chan‘s in Woonsocket. It’s still there. Go, if you can.
This #NotJustBikes on the lasting affects of John Forester’s bike advocacy is worth watching. Yes, it’s 1.5 hours long and yes, it’s a bit of a Jason Slaughter screed. However it is still worth watching.
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This is Why Cycling is Dangerous in America
YouTube video by Not Just Bikes
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November 9, 2025 at 7:09 PM
This #NotJustBikes on the lasting affects of John Forester’s bike advocacy is worth watching. Yes, it’s 1.5 hours long and yes, it’s a bit of a Jason Slaughter screed. However it is still worth watching.
youtu.be/pRPduRHBhHI?...
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CalTrain’s new EMU’s are the best trains I’ve ever been on. Since I’ve only been on trains in the U.S. and IE, this is not surprising. Plus, it includes the original Acela.
November 5, 2025 at 8:58 PM
CalTrain’s new EMU’s are the best trains I’ve ever been on. Since I’ve only been on trains in the U.S. and IE, this is not surprising. Plus, it includes the original Acela.
It’s rare I feel FOMO for not working at the mothership. The Doobie Brother’s coming in for #TinyDesk is an exception. #NPRLife #WhoaOhWhoaListenToTheMusic
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The Doobie Brothers: Tiny Desk Concert
YouTube video by NPR Music
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November 5, 2025 at 11:09 AM
It’s rare I feel FOMO for not working at the mothership. The Doobie Brother’s coming in for #TinyDesk is an exception. #NPRLife #WhoaOhWhoaListenToTheMusic
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Free range turkeys in Berkeley CA. Will they make it through Thanksgiving?
November 2, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Free range turkeys in Berkeley CA. Will they make it through Thanksgiving?
If your Microwave clock doesn’t match the time on your phone, you need to have it fall back. #ItsThatTimeOfTheYear #BackToStandardTime
November 2, 2025 at 7:50 AM
If your Microwave clock doesn’t match the time on your phone, you need to have it fall back. #ItsThatTimeOfTheYear #BackToStandardTime
Sadly @metrolosangeles.bsky.social was only running extra outbound trains. None were going inbound to The Sunny Bungalow.
October 28, 2025 at 7:46 AM
Sadly @metrolosangeles.bsky.social was only running extra outbound trains. None were going inbound to The Sunny Bungalow.
I wonder if trains will still be running when I get off work in about 20 minutes
October 28, 2025 at 7:09 AM
I wonder if trains will still be running when I get off work in about 20 minutes
Why the Web was Down Today - Explained by a Retired Microsoft Engineer
YouTube video by Dave's Garage
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October 21, 2025 at 4:13 AM
Being blessed to work with the best at what she does best. Thank you Susan photography by MJM
October 17, 2025 at 1:49 AM
Being blessed to work with the best at what she does best. Thank you Susan photography by MJM
Susan Stamberg has gone to the great radio newsroom in the sky. She always had a pose with her of dedicated, journalists, engineers, and others, along with legions of public radio fans. God, we’ll miss her.
October 17, 2025 at 1:27 AM
Susan Stamberg has gone to the great radio newsroom in the sky. She always had a pose with her of dedicated, journalists, engineers, and others, along with legions of public radio fans. God, we’ll miss her.
October 6, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Just noting a dog named Cruiser from my hometown of Wrentham Massachusetts was named by the Dogfather (Matt Nelson) as the #1 dog of the week. So proud! Thanks @weratedogs.com
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October 5, 2025 at 10:18 PM
Just noting a dog named Cruiser from my hometown of Wrentham Massachusetts was named by the Dogfather (Matt Nelson) as the #1 dog of the week. So proud! Thanks @weratedogs.com
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TIL:
Tiburon is the Spanish word for Shark
Tiburon is the Spanish word for Shark
October 4, 2025 at 10:37 PM
TIL:
Tiburon is the Spanish word for Shark
Tiburon is the Spanish word for Shark
28 years ago today I wandered into 635 Mass Ave NW in DC, sat down at a console & started playing with buttons, knobs, & faders. Since no one yelled, “Hey, what are you doing there?” & they seem to need the help, I stayed.
September 22, 2025 at 6:52 PM
28 years ago today I wandered into 635 Mass Ave NW in DC, sat down at a console & started playing with buttons, knobs, & faders. Since no one yelled, “Hey, what are you doing there?” & they seem to need the help, I stayed.
Make sure you stop by #DonutMan for treats.
It’s homecoming day for me! #MetroLA opened new #ALine stations that can now take me from the #SunnyBungalow to Pomona where I went to High School! Got 2 new #Severance podcasts & a nearly done Knitting project to accompany me along the way! Wish me luck as I start my first leg on the #Eline!
September 19, 2025 at 11:54 PM
Make sure you stop by #DonutMan for treats.
When you marry into a Yucatecan, family & acclimate to the Chiles in the cuisine, you get a sense of which to respect like Habanero or Thai Chiles and which ones to take lightly like pepperoncini. Then you make the stupid mistake of putting way too much Calabrian Chile into your pasta dish. #Ouch
September 19, 2025 at 5:32 AM
When you marry into a Yucatecan, family & acclimate to the Chiles in the cuisine, you get a sense of which to respect like Habanero or Thai Chiles and which ones to take lightly like pepperoncini. Then you make the stupid mistake of putting way too much Calabrian Chile into your pasta dish. #Ouch
Does anyone use the Initialism #WYSIWYG anymore? It popped in my head the other day. Then realized I hadn’t heard the term used in 15 years.
September 8, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Does anyone use the Initialism #WYSIWYG anymore? It popped in my head the other day. Then realized I hadn’t heard the term used in 15 years.
Someone at the restaurant had to work really really hard to offer this series of condiments
September 4, 2025 at 8:34 PM
Someone at the restaurant had to work really really hard to offer this series of condiments
Umm, if this is historic, I’m ancient.
September 2, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Umm, if this is historic, I’m ancient.
August 30, 2025 at 11:59 PM
It’s very rare that a piece I work on triggers a walk-down Amnesia Lane. However, this one did. It’s the accents. #NewBedford #YesImAMasshole #NPRLife
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🔊 Listen Now: Scalloping is serious business in Massachusetts, as locals celebrate 'Scallopalooza'
Weekend Edition Saturday on NPR One | 3:36
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August 27, 2025 at 6:43 PM
It’s very rare that a piece I work on triggers a walk-down Amnesia Lane. However, this one did. It’s the accents. #NewBedford #YesImAMasshole #NPRLife
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