Ridge Cook
@ridgecook.bsky.social
"Blues were here when the world was born." -JL Hooker
“Music is the divine way to tell beautiful, poetic things to the heart.” — Pablo Casals
“Music is the divine way to tell beautiful, poetic things to the heart.” — Pablo Casals
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Ridge Cook
@ridgecook.bsky.social
· Nov 12
🧵1/Before and during the deep Depression, US did not lose its optimism. Various World Fair offered an idea of what may be coming in World of Tomorrow or Cities of the Future displays.
Sine these are local/state taxes, blowing hot air.
But sure go ahead and bankrupt those localities and close schools. Those wastrels don't need an education anyway. "Are there no workhouses?"
But sure go ahead and bankrupt those localities and close schools. Those wastrels don't need an education anyway. "Are there no workhouses?"
That's not the way it works. Again, it's a political move with midterms not based on any sort of financial or legal reality.
#propertytaxes
#propertytaxes
February 17, 2026 at 1:32 AM
Sine these are local/state taxes, blowing hot air.
But sure go ahead and bankrupt those localities and close schools. Those wastrels don't need an education anyway. "Are there no workhouses?"
But sure go ahead and bankrupt those localities and close schools. Those wastrels don't need an education anyway. "Are there no workhouses?"
A courageous and insightful man. Just this puts him ahead of most politicians and talking head commentariat.
Ossoff: "Among today's false prophets are the election deniers who indulge this president's obsession with overturning the 2020 election. Hear me when I say this -- they tell a lie so absurd, and therefore so debasing, that the act of telling it proves the teller's total and humiliating submission."
February 16, 2026 at 10:20 PM
A courageous and insightful man. Just this puts him ahead of most politicians and talking head commentariat.
The recent Amazon tax cut went from $9 billion last yr to $1.6 billion this yr.
A $7.4 billion savings for spending $75 mill on Donnie and Melania plus a few mill for events.
That is a fantastic ROI for Bezos.
A $7.4 billion savings for spending $75 mill on Donnie and Melania plus a few mill for events.
That is a fantastic ROI for Bezos.
The Melania movie is on track to lose Amazon tens of millions of dollars.
The company paid $75 million to acquire and market the movie. In the best-case scenario, the movie is on track to bring them in $10 million.
The company paid $75 million to acquire and market the movie. In the best-case scenario, the movie is on track to bring them in $10 million.
February 16, 2026 at 8:37 PM
The recent Amazon tax cut went from $9 billion last yr to $1.6 billion this yr.
A $7.4 billion savings for spending $75 mill on Donnie and Melania plus a few mill for events.
That is a fantastic ROI for Bezos.
A $7.4 billion savings for spending $75 mill on Donnie and Melania plus a few mill for events.
That is a fantastic ROI for Bezos.
She would make a good President but until you can convince more Women to vote for her, its another failed attempt.
39% voted for Trump in 2016
46% voted for Trump in 2024
Before another woman candidate, need to figure out why 40+% of women voters won't vote for a female Democratic candidate.
39% voted for Trump in 2016
46% voted for Trump in 2024
Before another woman candidate, need to figure out why 40+% of women voters won't vote for a female Democratic candidate.
The worst case scenario for an AOC presidential run in 2028 is that she’s setting herself up for 2032 or 2036.
She is going to be president someday—it’s just a matter of time.
She is going to be president someday—it’s just a matter of time.
You Know What? Maybe the Time Is Right for an AOC Presidential Bid
She’s only 36, and there’s a good argument that she should run for Senate and bide her time. But she also could be a formidable White House candidate.
newrepublic.com
February 16, 2026 at 8:20 PM
She would make a good President but until you can convince more Women to vote for her, its another failed attempt.
39% voted for Trump in 2016
46% voted for Trump in 2024
Before another woman candidate, need to figure out why 40+% of women voters won't vote for a female Democratic candidate.
39% voted for Trump in 2016
46% voted for Trump in 2024
Before another woman candidate, need to figure out why 40+% of women voters won't vote for a female Democratic candidate.
RIP Robert Duvall.
Check out one of his films to see this great actor.
One of my faves (though haven't seen in yrs)
Check out one of his films to see this great actor.
One of my faves (though haven't seen in yrs)
February 16, 2026 at 6:26 PM
RIP Robert Duvall.
Check out one of his films to see this great actor.
One of my faves (though haven't seen in yrs)
Check out one of his films to see this great actor.
One of my faves (though haven't seen in yrs)
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This is a USGS Live Webcam link to a view of the current state of the Kilauea Caldera and Hele ma'u ma'u crater. If you open the cam link you can see twin fountains of lava extending 2000ft in the night air. I can hear it rumble from here, ten miles away. impressive.
www.youtube.com/live/gXKuUyK...
www.youtube.com/live/gXKuUyK...
[V3cam] Kīlauea volcano, Hawaii (south Halemaʻumaʻu crater)
YouTube video by USGS
www.youtube.com
February 16, 2026 at 5:27 AM
This is a USGS Live Webcam link to a view of the current state of the Kilauea Caldera and Hele ma'u ma'u crater. If you open the cam link you can see twin fountains of lava extending 2000ft in the night air. I can hear it rumble from here, ten miles away. impressive.
www.youtube.com/live/gXKuUyK...
www.youtube.com/live/gXKuUyK...
I haven't set up comparisons of different materials but helping friends install stereos yrs ago, I've never heard a difference between zip/lamp cord type cables and $$$ Monster type cables. I use the zip cord for speaker connections in guitar cabinets.
In a blind test, audiophiles couldn't tell the difference between audio signals sent through copper wire, a banana, or wet mud
In a blind test, audiophiles couldn't tell the difference between audio signals sent through copper wire, a banana, or wet mud — 'The mud should sound perfectly awful, but it doesn't,' notes the experiment creator
Who knew listening to a banana sounded so good?
www.tomshardware.com
February 15, 2026 at 11:46 PM
I haven't set up comparisons of different materials but helping friends install stereos yrs ago, I've never heard a difference between zip/lamp cord type cables and $$$ Monster type cables. I use the zip cord for speaker connections in guitar cabinets.
This post made me turn off the stupid Science Fiction Youtube stories and pull out Wizards. A fantastic Chess Records compilation made by Marshall Chess, featuring musicians he knew growing up. I ginned up the back cover for printing a CD cover. Great photo of Holwin Wolf in a club.
February 15, 2026 at 6:26 PM
This post made me turn off the stupid Science Fiction Youtube stories and pull out Wizards. A fantastic Chess Records compilation made by Marshall Chess, featuring musicians he knew growing up. I ginned up the back cover for printing a CD cover. Great photo of Holwin Wolf in a club.
Nothing a few million won't solve.
The Admin run like a mafia crew and the Supine GOP in Congress goes along since their Paymasters get what they want. (Example-Amazon's huge tax cut. All it took was couch cushion change for Melania and Donnie).
The Admin run like a mafia crew and the Supine GOP in Congress goes along since their Paymasters get what they want. (Example-Amazon's huge tax cut. All it took was couch cushion change for Melania and Donnie).
A Trump administration official said Moderna might have more luck with its vaccine application if it resubmitted with a little “humility”
Does that sound like the “gold-standard science” RFK Jr. promised?
Or a mob boss threat?
www.thebulwark.com/p/this-is-wh...
Does that sound like the “gold-standard science” RFK Jr. promised?
Or a mob boss threat?
www.thebulwark.com/p/this-is-wh...
This Is What Destroying the Vaccine Market Looks Like
A shocking move by RFK Jr.’s team has the industry spooked—for good reason.
www.thebulwark.com
February 15, 2026 at 5:51 PM
Nothing a few million won't solve.
The Admin run like a mafia crew and the Supine GOP in Congress goes along since their Paymasters get what they want. (Example-Amazon's huge tax cut. All it took was couch cushion change for Melania and Donnie).
The Admin run like a mafia crew and the Supine GOP in Congress goes along since their Paymasters get what they want. (Example-Amazon's huge tax cut. All it took was couch cushion change for Melania and Donnie).
Considering the huge amounts of $ thrown at an agency run by an unqualified political hack, is any surprise that massive corruption is rampant? It is Congress's job to supervise how the public's money is spent by the Admin; but, as usual, it has failed in its oversight for political reasons.
February 15, 2026 at 5:34 AM
Considering the huge amounts of $ thrown at an agency run by an unqualified political hack, is any surprise that massive corruption is rampant? It is Congress's job to supervise how the public's money is spent by the Admin; but, as usual, it has failed in its oversight for political reasons.
New Files Show 330 Gallons Of Sulfuric Acid Bought For Epstein Island The Day FBI Began Probe
www.boredpanda.com/330-gallons-...
www.boredpanda.com/330-gallons-...
New Files Show 330 Gallons Of Sulfuric Acid Bought For Epstein Island The Day FBI Began Probe
Jeffrey Epstein ordered 330 gallons of sulfuric acid for his private island on the same day in 2018 that the FBI reopened its trafficking investigation. The timing has drawn scrutiny online. Crime
www.boredpanda.com
February 14, 2026 at 8:09 AM
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Because after you snort coke off of toilet seats, what else are you supposed to do? 🤷♀️
*Don’t do it, even if the Department of Health and Human Services chatbot says it’s okay.
www.lgbtqnation.com/2026/02/quic...
*Don’t do it, even if the Department of Health and Human Services chatbot says it’s okay.
www.lgbtqnation.com/2026/02/quic...
February 13, 2026 at 7:21 PM
Because after you snort coke off of toilet seats, what else are you supposed to do? 🤷♀️
*Don’t do it, even if the Department of Health and Human Services chatbot says it’s okay.
www.lgbtqnation.com/2026/02/quic...
*Don’t do it, even if the Department of Health and Human Services chatbot says it’s okay.
www.lgbtqnation.com/2026/02/quic...
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114/ Zorro Ranch Update: "The anonymous sender... a former staff member at Zorro Ranch, alleged to radio host and station owner Eddy Aragon that two foreign girls were buried in the hills on the Zorro Ranch property on the orders of Epstein and "Madame G," possibly referring to Ghislaine Maxwell."
BREAKING 🚨
Investigation called for Epstein's Zorro Ranch after email alleges two girls' bodies were buried nearby.
".. the creation of a truth-finding commission that, if approved, would investigate the alleged sexual abuse and human trafficking that took place at the ranch when Epstein owned it"
Investigation called for Epstein's Zorro Ranch after email alleges two girls' bodies were buried nearby.
".. the creation of a truth-finding commission that, if approved, would investigate the alleged sexual abuse and human trafficking that took place at the ranch when Epstein owned it"
Calls grow for deeper probe into Epstein’s Zorro Ranch
NM land chief urges state and federal investigators to examine new burial claims tied to Jeffrey Epstein’s former Zorro Ranch near Santa Fe.
www.abqjournal.com
February 12, 2026 at 8:52 PM
114/ Zorro Ranch Update: "The anonymous sender... a former staff member at Zorro Ranch, alleged to radio host and station owner Eddy Aragon that two foreign girls were buried in the hills on the Zorro Ranch property on the orders of Epstein and "Madame G," possibly referring to Ghislaine Maxwell."
This weekend's project is to go through the releases and make Ridge's compilation of the best songs on those several nights and clubs.
1969 Live has most of the good ones but Matrix has alternate takes and songs not on the other.
1969 Live has most of the good ones but Matrix has alternate takes and songs not on the other.
2/where Cale's violin droned. The band rocks, plays love songs, and experimental formed controversial songs. But through all, the songs are chord based with simple solos, inspiring thousands of players to say, "Hell, I can do that" and form bands.
February 13, 2026 at 10:08 PM
This weekend's project is to go through the releases and make Ridge's compilation of the best songs on those several nights and clubs.
1969 Live has most of the good ones but Matrix has alternate takes and songs not on the other.
1969 Live has most of the good ones but Matrix has alternate takes and songs not on the other.
So Epstein had torture and snuff films. And I read there calls to search one of his estates for buried bodies. Any faces in the background of those films? Any unmasked participants?
www.santafenewmexican.com/news/local_n...
www.santafenewmexican.com/news/local_n...
February 13, 2026 at 6:22 PM
So Epstein had torture and snuff films. And I read there calls to search one of his estates for buried bodies. Any faces in the background of those films? Any unmasked participants?
www.santafenewmexican.com/news/local_n...
www.santafenewmexican.com/news/local_n...
HaHaHA.
I love this. Big tough tactical operator wants her blanky.
I love this. Big tough tactical operator wants her blanky.
WILL HAVE YOUR ASS IN A SLING IF YOU FORGET TO FETCH MY WEIGHTED BLANKET!!!!
February 13, 2026 at 5:31 PM
HaHaHA.
I love this. Big tough tactical operator wants her blanky.
I love this. Big tough tactical operator wants her blanky.
Trailer for Chris Nolan's movie The Odessey, with Matt Damon as Odysseus. Looks very good.
Though I like the TV movie from 1997 with Armond Assante. Particularly the scene where he kills the suitors. The look he gives them while sitting on his throne.
A hunter.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mzw2...
Though I like the TV movie from 1997 with Armond Assante. Particularly the scene where he kills the suitors. The look he gives them while sitting on his throne.
A hunter.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mzw2...
The Odyssey | Official Trailer
YouTube video by Universal Pictures
www.youtube.com
February 13, 2026 at 6:33 AM
Trailer for Chris Nolan's movie The Odessey, with Matt Damon as Odysseus. Looks very good.
Though I like the TV movie from 1997 with Armond Assante. Particularly the scene where he kills the suitors. The look he gives them while sitting on his throne.
A hunter.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mzw2...
Though I like the TV movie from 1997 with Armond Assante. Particularly the scene where he kills the suitors. The look he gives them while sitting on his throne.
A hunter.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mzw2...
🧵
1/Watching odd ball vids on Youtube.
A guy actually had a .700 Nitro Express double rifle ($100 a cartridge). Good for saving your life from charging bull elephants, rhinos, water buffalo or that hippo intent on getting into your boat and killing you.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8gIS...
1/Watching odd ball vids on Youtube.
A guy actually had a .700 Nitro Express double rifle ($100 a cartridge). Good for saving your life from charging bull elephants, rhinos, water buffalo or that hippo intent on getting into your boat and killing you.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8gIS...
700 NITRO EXPRESS!!! (WORLD’S BIGGEST ELEPHANT GUN)
YouTube video by Kentucky Ballistics
www.youtube.com
February 13, 2026 at 5:55 AM
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1/Watching odd ball vids on Youtube.
A guy actually had a .700 Nitro Express double rifle ($100 a cartridge). Good for saving your life from charging bull elephants, rhinos, water buffalo or that hippo intent on getting into your boat and killing you.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8gIS...
1/Watching odd ball vids on Youtube.
A guy actually had a .700 Nitro Express double rifle ($100 a cartridge). Good for saving your life from charging bull elephants, rhinos, water buffalo or that hippo intent on getting into your boat and killing you.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8gIS...
Epstein was tied into Wall St through previous job and deals he brokered. Lots of fees generated for those big houses. No wonder their staff wanted to stay on his good side and keep him at large and operating.
NEWS: Goldman Sachs’ top lawyer Kathryn Ruemmler has RESIGNED after newly released emails exposed a years-long personal relationship with Jeffrey Epstein — including advising him on handling sex crime accusations, media scrutiny, and accusers.
February 13, 2026 at 2:27 AM
Epstein was tied into Wall St through previous job and deals he brokered. Lots of fees generated for those big houses. No wonder their staff wanted to stay on his good side and keep him at large and operating.
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Well holy fucking shit. Ring cancelled their partnership with Flock. Keep pressure on them to stop volunteering their feeds to state, local, and federal agencies, though, because that part's still going.
Ring cancels its partnership with Flock Safety after surveillance backlash
Ring cancels its partnership with Flock Safety after surveillance backlash
Flock off
buff.ly
February 13, 2026 at 12:42 AM
Well holy fucking shit. Ring cancelled their partnership with Flock. Keep pressure on them to stop volunteering their feeds to state, local, and federal agencies, though, because that part's still going.
🧵 Listened to-
1/On drive yesterday, listened to Velvet Underground Live at Matrix (1969). It and recordings from Dallas created the excellent double LP "Live 1969".
Both show the VU sets after John Cale has left and replaced by Doug Yule on bass and organ. In that the organ drones
1/On drive yesterday, listened to Velvet Underground Live at Matrix (1969). It and recordings from Dallas created the excellent double LP "Live 1969".
Both show the VU sets after John Cale has left and replaced by Doug Yule on bass and organ. In that the organ drones
February 13, 2026 at 12:10 AM
🧵 Listened to-
1/On drive yesterday, listened to Velvet Underground Live at Matrix (1969). It and recordings from Dallas created the excellent double LP "Live 1969".
Both show the VU sets after John Cale has left and replaced by Doug Yule on bass and organ. In that the organ drones
1/On drive yesterday, listened to Velvet Underground Live at Matrix (1969). It and recordings from Dallas created the excellent double LP "Live 1969".
Both show the VU sets after John Cale has left and replaced by Doug Yule on bass and organ. In that the organ drones
You don't know if the ignorant jackass says this stuff because he doesn't know the facts, staff won't tell him the facts, or just doesn't care about the facts.
Probably all three.
Probably all three.
The International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance found that 34 countries or territories allow voters to vote by mail.
"Europe has the largest number of countries that make in-country postal voting available to all or some voters. They refer to it as “postal voting”.
"Europe has the largest number of countries that make in-country postal voting available to all or some voters. They refer to it as “postal voting”.
February 13, 2026 at 12:05 AM
You don't know if the ignorant jackass says this stuff because he doesn't know the facts, staff won't tell him the facts, or just doesn't care about the facts.
Probably all three.
Probably all three.
What more could you ask for the Nation's chief health officer?
RFK Jr: I'm not scared of a germ. I used to snort cocaine off of toilet seats.
February 12, 2026 at 10:03 PM
What more could you ask for the Nation's chief health officer?
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BREAKING: Judge Leon *rejects* Secretary Hegseth's bid to punish Sen. Kelly for advising troops to ignore illegal orders. ecf.dcd.uscourts.gov/cgi-bin/show...
February 12, 2026 at 5:45 PM
BREAKING: Judge Leon *rejects* Secretary Hegseth's bid to punish Sen. Kelly for advising troops to ignore illegal orders. ecf.dcd.uscourts.gov/cgi-bin/show...