Al Daniel
@writeraldaniel.bsky.social
Freelance writer. Bylines include Awful Announcing, RI Monthly, Down East Magazine, THN, Vermont Magazine, Red Line Editorial, Mental Floss, Richmond Waldorf School, Moses Brown School, USCHO, and FanSided. You can find my portfolio in my pinned post.
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Al Daniel
@writeraldaniel.bsky.social
· Nov 18
Al Daniel's Feature Writing Portfolio
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To (re)introduce myself, I am freelance writer pursuing feature stories, fun fact articles/listicles, and marcomm copy for sports, arts and entertainment, independent school, college, and general-interest publications. You can browse my portfolio here: writeraldaniel.wordpress.com
This story from February 2022 was the best-read of all my Medium articles last week. The same was true for a week in mid-August of this year.
I’m not sure how that happened, but we can take it as an endorsement for evergreen writing.
medium.com/@AlDaniel/an...
I’m not sure how that happened, but we can take it as an endorsement for evergreen writing.
medium.com/@AlDaniel/an...
An animatophile’s rose-giving mission
Julian Hester arranged a classic cartoon’s first core cast reunion, and has achieved several other enriching sit-downs through a podcast…
medium.com
November 17, 2025 at 10:50 PM
This story from February 2022 was the best-read of all my Medium articles last week. The same was true for a week in mid-August of this year.
I’m not sure how that happened, but we can take it as an endorsement for evergreen writing.
medium.com/@AlDaniel/an...
I’m not sure how that happened, but we can take it as an endorsement for evergreen writing.
medium.com/@AlDaniel/an...
"I *am* a professional writer, after all. It’s fun to use a big word in certain spots, and not even for the cheap ego boost. I just like it when there’s a specific word that sounds exactly right for the thought I’m trying to convey." - @drewmagary.bsky.social
November 11, 2025 at 11:15 PM
"I *am* a professional writer, after all. It’s fun to use a big word in certain spots, and not even for the cheap ego boost. I just like it when there’s a specific word that sounds exactly right for the thought I’m trying to convey." - @drewmagary.bsky.social
It’s National Easy-Bake Oven Day, which I'm only aware of because @vikingmermaid.bsky.social mentioned it in this episode of the Splat Attack Girls Room.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2o5...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2o5...
These Toys Were A Must For Girls of the 90s!
YouTube video by Splat Attack Podcast
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November 4, 2025 at 3:16 PM
It’s National Easy-Bake Oven Day, which I'm only aware of because @vikingmermaid.bsky.social mentioned it in this episode of the Splat Attack Girls Room.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2o5...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2o5...
Why do we reserve the term "Standard Time" for the format we barely use for one-third of the year?
November 3, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Why do we reserve the term "Standard Time" for the format we barely use for one-third of the year?
Happy Nevada Statehood Day to those who celebrate.
October 31, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Happy Nevada Statehood Day to those who celebrate.
In the latest Splat Attack Podcast, cofounder and host Alex Nantz presents a jaw-droppingly comprehensive array of books, board games, and home media from the slime-filled past.
Are you a '90s collector? Do you know someone who is? Get in touch with the Splat Crew!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=n42j...
Are you a '90s collector? Do you know someone who is? Get in touch with the Splat Crew!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=n42j...
A 90s Nick Collection That YOU Can Share?
YouTube video by Splat Attack Podcast
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October 29, 2025 at 9:50 PM
In the latest Splat Attack Podcast, cofounder and host Alex Nantz presents a jaw-droppingly comprehensive array of books, board games, and home media from the slime-filled past.
Are you a '90s collector? Do you know someone who is? Get in touch with the Splat Crew!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=n42j...
Are you a '90s collector? Do you know someone who is? Get in touch with the Splat Crew!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=n42j...
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Leigh’s story is not unique, but her willingness to share it and advocate for others is courageous and uncommon.
I will continue working to save health care for people like Leigh & all RIers who need access to affordable coverage.
I will continue working to save health care for people like Leigh & all RIers who need access to affordable coverage.
October 29, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Leigh’s story is not unique, but her willingness to share it and advocate for others is courageous and uncommon.
I will continue working to save health care for people like Leigh & all RIers who need access to affordable coverage.
I will continue working to save health care for people like Leigh & all RIers who need access to affordable coverage.
Rhode Island agrees with Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Texas, and Colorado.
Instacart's new report sheds light on the regional popularity of candy corn, M&M's, Sour Patch Kids, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups and more across the U.S.
Americans' Halloween Candy Preferences, Broken Down By State
Instacart's new report sheds light on the regional popularity of candy corn, M&M's, Sour Patch Kids, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups and more across the U.S.
www.huffpost.com
October 29, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Rhode Island agrees with Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Texas, and Colorado.
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Daily reminder: transit is essential!!
If it isn’t already clear enough: I LOVE TRANSIT!!! Transit is awesome!! 🥰🚆🚌
To all the Conservative folks out there who call my passion for transit a “transit fetish”: shame on you!!!
To all the Conservative folks out there who call my passion for transit a “transit fetish”: shame on you!!!
October 29, 2025 at 11:58 AM
Daily reminder: transit is essential!!
Happy National Cat Day.
a cartoon character is smiling and says kay
ALT: a cartoon character is smiling and says kay
media.tenor.com
October 29, 2025 at 1:53 PM
Happy National Cat Day.
Happy International Animation Day.
a cartoon figure is running on a white background
ALT: a cartoon figure is running on a white background
media.tenor.com
October 28, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Happy International Animation Day.
Oh, is that all? An 18-inning contest wrapping up at 2:50 a.m. Eastern?
Try 32 innings cutting off at 4 a.m. Eastern...with the winner still to be determined.
Yes, this is my latest way of encouraging people to pick up Dan Barry's "Bottom of the 33rd."
Try 32 innings cutting off at 4 a.m. Eastern...with the winner still to be determined.
Yes, this is my latest way of encouraging people to pick up Dan Barry's "Bottom of the 33rd."
Good morning, this game reportedly ended at 2:50 am EST.
Same, Shohei.
October 28, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Oh, is that all? An 18-inning contest wrapping up at 2:50 a.m. Eastern?
Try 32 innings cutting off at 4 a.m. Eastern...with the winner still to be determined.
Yes, this is my latest way of encouraging people to pick up Dan Barry's "Bottom of the 33rd."
Try 32 innings cutting off at 4 a.m. Eastern...with the winner still to be determined.
Yes, this is my latest way of encouraging people to pick up Dan Barry's "Bottom of the 33rd."
RIP Sybil Fawlty.
a woman wearing a pink headband is talking on a cell phone
ALT: a woman wearing a pink headband is talking on a cell phone
media.tenor.com
October 28, 2025 at 2:04 PM
RIP Sybil Fawlty.
ICYMI, as this week marked 50 years since the sixth game of the 1975 World Series, here's a list of 10 other historic sports moments where one team's win to preserve their eligibility for one more game ultimately overshadowed an opponent's championship.
medium.com/@AlDaniel/ba...
medium.com/@AlDaniel/ba...
Banner night, non-banner year: Sports moments mirroring Fisk ‘waving it fair’
Preeminent Boston Globe beat writer turned multimedia connoisseur Peter Gammons had a meta moment in one key paragraph of his book…
medium.com
October 24, 2025 at 2:20 PM
ICYMI, as this week marked 50 years since the sixth game of the 1975 World Series, here's a list of 10 other historic sports moments where one team's win to preserve their eligibility for one more game ultimately overshadowed an opponent's championship.
medium.com/@AlDaniel/ba...
medium.com/@AlDaniel/ba...
Ken Burns and interviewer @dana-laverty.bsky.social warm up with some crossword talk before he and Sarah Botstein get to talking about their latest film with @rimonthly.bsky.social
www.rimonthly.com/a-qa-with-fi...
www.rimonthly.com/a-qa-with-fi...
Q&A with Filmmaker Ken Burns - Rhode Island Monthly
The acclaimed documentarian sat down with Rhode Island Monthly during a stop in the Ocean State to promote his new film, 'The American Revolution.'
www.rimonthly.com
October 23, 2025 at 9:57 PM
Ken Burns and interviewer @dana-laverty.bsky.social warm up with some crossword talk before he and Sarah Botstein get to talking about their latest film with @rimonthly.bsky.social
www.rimonthly.com/a-qa-with-fi...
www.rimonthly.com/a-qa-with-fi...
Whether it’s the Olympics, the World Championships, or any other IIHF jamboree, facing either half of North America’s two-headed titan in the semifinals is tantamount to entering Game 6 trailing a best-of-seven series.
medium.com/@AlDaniel/ba...
medium.com/@AlDaniel/ba...
Banner night, non-banner year: Sports moments mirroring Fisk ‘waving it fair’
Preeminent Boston Globe beat writer turned multimedia connoisseur Peter Gammons had a meta moment in one key paragraph of his book…
medium.com
October 22, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Whether it’s the Olympics, the World Championships, or any other IIHF jamboree, facing either half of North America’s two-headed titan in the semifinals is tantamount to entering Game 6 trailing a best-of-seven series.
medium.com/@AlDaniel/ba...
medium.com/@AlDaniel/ba...
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First things first, is the new Backyard Bagel in Ravenna or Laurelhurst?
Ravenna's Backyard Bagel: The 2025 Review
Welcome to It’s A Shanda, one Northeastern Jew’s quest to find a decent bagel in Seattle (and beyond).
open.substack.com
October 22, 2025 at 9:49 PM
First things first, is the new Backyard Bagel in Ravenna or Laurelhurst?
Like Game 6 of the 1975 World Series with Good Will Hunting, another postseason and its defining game became screenplay reference fodder with 2010’s Hot Tub Time Machine.
medium.com/@AlDaniel/ba...
medium.com/@AlDaniel/ba...
Banner night, non-banner year: Sports moments mirroring Fisk ‘waving it fair’
Preeminent Boston Globe beat writer turned multimedia connoisseur Peter Gammons had a meta moment in one key paragraph of his book…
medium.com
October 22, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Like Game 6 of the 1975 World Series with Good Will Hunting, another postseason and its defining game became screenplay reference fodder with 2010’s Hot Tub Time Machine.
medium.com/@AlDaniel/ba...
medium.com/@AlDaniel/ba...
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Daily reminder: transit is essential! 🚌 @RIPTA.com
October 22, 2025 at 1:43 PM
Daily reminder: transit is essential! 🚌 @RIPTA.com
Even without a Cup, 2003 was practically the Year of the Duck.
More on that - and nine other historic sports moments for which Game 6 of the 1975 World Series stands as a unique measuring pole - here:
medium.com/@AlDaniel/ba...
More on that - and nine other historic sports moments for which Game 6 of the 1975 World Series stands as a unique measuring pole - here:
medium.com/@AlDaniel/ba...
Banner night, non-banner year: Sports moments mirroring Fisk ‘waving it fair’
Preeminent Boston Globe beat writer turned multimedia connoisseur Peter Gammons had a meta moment in one key paragraph of his book…
medium.com
October 21, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Even without a Cup, 2003 was practically the Year of the Duck.
More on that - and nine other historic sports moments for which Game 6 of the 1975 World Series stands as a unique measuring pole - here:
medium.com/@AlDaniel/ba...
More on that - and nine other historic sports moments for which Game 6 of the 1975 World Series stands as a unique measuring pole - here:
medium.com/@AlDaniel/ba...
And the Red Sox were the carbon rod that year.
October 21, 2025 at 2:19 PM
And the Red Sox were the carbon rod that year.
(Ringer writer Daniel) Harris described the Americans as “minnows” grouped with the English, Spaniards, and Chileans. Naturally, the English were projected as runaway whale sharks.
Reflect on the Miracle on Grass and other moments resembling the 1975 World Series here.
medium.com/@AlDaniel/ba...
Reflect on the Miracle on Grass and other moments resembling the 1975 World Series here.
medium.com/@AlDaniel/ba...
Banner night, non-banner year: Sports moments mirroring Fisk ‘waving it fair’
Preeminent Boston Globe beat writer turned multimedia connoisseur Peter Gammons had a meta moment in one key paragraph of his book…
medium.com
October 21, 2025 at 2:05 PM
(Ringer writer Daniel) Harris described the Americans as “minnows” grouped with the English, Spaniards, and Chileans. Naturally, the English were projected as runaway whale sharks.
Reflect on the Miracle on Grass and other moments resembling the 1975 World Series here.
medium.com/@AlDaniel/ba...
Reflect on the Miracle on Grass and other moments resembling the 1975 World Series here.
medium.com/@AlDaniel/ba...