Jon
@jonmbauer.bsky.social
A delightful combination of Kurt Vonnegut, Steve Wozniak, & PT Barnum. Partner Manager at a consulting company during the day. Mostly music. Very little sports. Secular ULC minister.
My first job out of college was with Gold Canyon Candles. I was put in charge of the corporate newsletter and they wouldn't let me call it the 'Scent' inal.
(I've never gotten over that.)
(I've never gotten over that.)
November 14, 2025 at 2:41 PM
My first job out of college was with Gold Canyon Candles. I was put in charge of the corporate newsletter and they wouldn't let me call it the 'Scent' inal.
(I've never gotten over that.)
(I've never gotten over that.)
‘In Goats We Trust’ - A new satellite-based system enables researchers to monitor animal migration, species endangerment and biodiversity across the globe. reasonstobecheerful.world/internet-of-...
'In Goats We Trust'
A new satellite-based system enables researchers to monitor animal migration, species endangerment and biodiversity across the globe.
reasonstobecheerful.world
November 13, 2025 at 8:08 PM
‘In Goats We Trust’ - A new satellite-based system enables researchers to monitor animal migration, species endangerment and biodiversity across the globe. reasonstobecheerful.world/internet-of-...
Mood - Boots Randolph - Yakety Sax - www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zcq_...
Boots Randolph - Yakety Sax
YouTube video by Liberitas
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November 11, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Mood - Boots Randolph - Yakety Sax - www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zcq_...
You really haven’t heard the Beatles unless you’ve heard Dick Hyman perform it on Moog.
(And yes he’s still alive and responded to my fan letter.)
(And yes he’s still alive and responded to my fan letter.)
November 10, 2025 at 8:17 PM
You really haven’t heard the Beatles unless you’ve heard Dick Hyman perform it on Moog.
(And yes he’s still alive and responded to my fan letter.)
(And yes he’s still alive and responded to my fan letter.)
Today's random fact about me.
Despite loving the Velvet Underground, I can take or leave the entire White Light/White Heat album.
(Lady Godiva's Operation notwithstanding.)
Despite loving the Velvet Underground, I can take or leave the entire White Light/White Heat album.
(Lady Godiva's Operation notwithstanding.)
November 6, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Today's random fact about me.
Despite loving the Velvet Underground, I can take or leave the entire White Light/White Heat album.
(Lady Godiva's Operation notwithstanding.)
Despite loving the Velvet Underground, I can take or leave the entire White Light/White Heat album.
(Lady Godiva's Operation notwithstanding.)
As someone who used to live in Arizona, I will continually be jealous of New Mexico.
www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...
www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...
In U.S. first, New Mexico launches free child care for all
Under the program, families, regardless of income, can receive state vouchers to cover public and private child care fees.
www.nbcnews.com
November 4, 2025 at 7:39 PM
As someone who used to live in Arizona, I will continually be jealous of New Mexico.
www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...
www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news...
Reposted by Jon
I’m raising money for Groveland Emergency Food Shelf, a South Minneapolis nonprofit that provides emergency groceries for those in need. They’re currently struggling to keep up with demand, and they’re getting their first $16k in donations matched.
I’ve got $50 on it! Can anyone match me?
I’ve got $50 on it! Can anyone match me?
Support Groveland Emergency Food Shelf on GiveMN
Groveland Food Shelf is a non-profit 501(c)(3) providing emergency groceries for those in need.
www.givemn.org
November 3, 2025 at 2:30 PM
I’m raising money for Groveland Emergency Food Shelf, a South Minneapolis nonprofit that provides emergency groceries for those in need. They’re currently struggling to keep up with demand, and they’re getting their first $16k in donations matched.
I’ve got $50 on it! Can anyone match me?
I’ve got $50 on it! Can anyone match me?
I really don't need this... but I'll probably buy it.
MIGHTY MIGHTY BOSSTONES - Devils Night Out 8-Track Cartridge LIMITED 50 Made!
www.ebay.com/itm/32681691...
MIGHTY MIGHTY BOSSTONES - Devils Night Out 8-Track Cartridge LIMITED 50 Made!
www.ebay.com/itm/32681691...
Pardon Our Interruption...
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November 4, 2025 at 12:37 AM
I really don't need this... but I'll probably buy it.
MIGHTY MIGHTY BOSSTONES - Devils Night Out 8-Track Cartridge LIMITED 50 Made!
www.ebay.com/itm/32681691...
MIGHTY MIGHTY BOSSTONES - Devils Night Out 8-Track Cartridge LIMITED 50 Made!
www.ebay.com/itm/32681691...
If you need a little adorable on your Halloween (and are a Disney Haunted Mansion nerd like me.)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3YV...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3YV...
Haunted Mansion Soundscape | Disney Parks Music & Ambience
YouTube video by Disney Parks
www.youtube.com
October 31, 2025 at 3:17 PM
If you need a little adorable on your Halloween (and are a Disney Haunted Mansion nerd like me.)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3YV...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3YV...
Album of the day: 1001albumsgenerator.com/albums/4yayp...
Album Of The Day
Songs From The Big Chair by Tears For Fears
1001albumsgenerator.com
October 30, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Album of the day: 1001albumsgenerator.com/albums/4yayp...
This really is the worst timeline.
Elon Musk launches Grokipedia as an alternative to 'woke' Wikipedia
Grokipedia is a creation of Musk’s AI chatbot, Grok. Human volunteers write and edit articles for Wikipedia.
www.nbcnews.com
October 28, 2025 at 8:32 PM
This really is the worst timeline.
This morning's earworm is the song I imagine is in my dog's head every time we go for a walk. youtu.be/hnGq69ey5tw?...
Ween - So Many People In The Neighborhood
YouTube video by Paul
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October 28, 2025 at 1:33 PM
This morning's earworm is the song I imagine is in my dog's head every time we go for a walk. youtu.be/hnGq69ey5tw?...
Reposted by Jon
Just a reminder that I am a registered minister in the state of Minnesota.
October 21, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Just a reminder that I am a registered minister in the state of Minnesota.
10th wedding officiated as a Minister.
Jesus loves you dammit!!!!!
Jesus loves you dammit!!!!!
October 18, 2025 at 10:22 PM
10th wedding officiated as a Minister.
Jesus loves you dammit!!!!!
Jesus loves you dammit!!!!!
Remember the book 1,001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die? Someone made a website that will take you through the entire list, one a day, and (if you register) allows you to journal about each album you listen to. 1001albumsgenerator.com
1001 Albums Generator
Explore the history of music. One album a day. From the book 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die.
1001albumsgenerator.com
October 16, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Remember the book 1,001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die? Someone made a website that will take you through the entire list, one a day, and (if you register) allows you to journal about each album you listen to. 1001albumsgenerator.com
Today I learned that ESPN actually has an ESPN Ocho - thanks to the movie Dodgeball - that has all sorts of odd sports on it.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ESPN8_T...
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ESPN8_T...
ESPN8 The Ocho - Wikipedia
en.wikipedia.org
October 15, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Today I learned that ESPN actually has an ESPN Ocho - thanks to the movie Dodgeball - that has all sorts of odd sports on it.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ESPN8_T...
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ESPN8_T...
Another - not the Onion - situation; Charmin introduces gigantic forever roll designed to last 30 days - www.amazon.com/dp/B0FJTLQQ8...
Amazon.com: Charmin Toilet Paper Ultra Soft, Forever Roll Starter Kit, 1 Holder, 2 Rolls, 2-ply Bath Tissue
Amazon.com: Charmin Toilet Paper Ultra Soft, Forever Roll Starter Kit, 1 Holder, 2 Rolls, 2-ply Bath Tissue
www.amazon.com
October 15, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Another - not the Onion - situation; Charmin introduces gigantic forever roll designed to last 30 days - www.amazon.com/dp/B0FJTLQQ8...
Earth can be a lonely place.
October 14, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Earth can be a lonely place.
While we're on the topic.
Another's pride, another's shame
Another's love, another's pain
youtu.be/lYaKgtyFVTw?...
Another's pride, another's shame
Another's love, another's pain
youtu.be/lYaKgtyFVTw?...
Where Next Columbus (2020 Remastered)
YouTube video by Crass - Topic
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October 13, 2025 at 6:44 PM
While we're on the topic.
Another's pride, another's shame
Another's love, another's pain
youtu.be/lYaKgtyFVTw?...
Another's pride, another's shame
Another's love, another's pain
youtu.be/lYaKgtyFVTw?...
Every year, I try (in earnest) to find an argument explaining why we should still call it Columbus Day where the person doesn't come across as a complete prick.
So far, I have been unsuccessful.
So far, I have been unsuccessful.
October 13, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Every year, I try (in earnest) to find an argument explaining why we should still call it Columbus Day where the person doesn't come across as a complete prick.
So far, I have been unsuccessful.
So far, I have been unsuccessful.
