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Seen it at least 3 times. The first time, I was kind of disappointed in the ending. The second and third time, I cried. Not sure how it hit me differently, but it sure did!

Hunt for the Wilderpeople. Available on Netflix. Taika Waititi is brilliant!

Very cool catch. Sharing that (and IATTBYH) with her. She's a big Olivia fan. She's damn talented. My kids are helping me to appreciate 21st century pop music...

Squeeze is playing Des Moines in a couple of weeks. My wife and I have tickets. Apparently they've sold less than half the venue and there's speculation it could get canceled. That would seriously bum me out.

I remember '74-'75 being played heavily on the adult alternative radio station in Des Moines when it came out. I liked it enough to buy the CD. Listened to it a few times and it didn't really click. I had completely forgotten about them, until a few years ago and re-listened. Still really love that song, but nothing else has soaked in. I will give Fun & Games a spin soon.

I was thinking Monkey Man and Sympathy are in mine too. Monkey Man because I discovered late in my life. My brother put it on a mix tape for me when I was nearly 30. Not sure how such a rocking song didn't make it on the radio more. Sympathy because it's Sympathy, right? Also, the history major in me appreciates it. My third might be Waiting on a Friend. Weird choice? I was a product of the MTV age and liked that video much more than Start Me Up. Also, I became a big jazz fan in my 20s and had the chance to see Sonny Rollins live, so when I learned that he

Turner and King just getting in now is a travesty.

It's a shame he and ___ couldn't get along better could be one of Lou's epitaphs.

For September in Des Moines, making up a show scheduled last September with Trampled by Turtles.

Impossible Germany

I've been watching Ramy on Hulu. Can't believe I haven't heard more about this show. It's funny, emotional, dark, weird. Good stuff!

There are some good songs on this, but it's so uneven it's unimaginable to me that he followed it up with New York.

Also, everyone needs to see this. Andrew Bird live from the Great Room feat. Jonathan Richman Maybe his only voluntary venture onto the interwebs via video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M6dBDc82om0

This is such an underrated gem. You can get a CDR from Twin/Tone or through other methods if you message me.

While laboring on the elliptical at my gym this morning, I glanced up at the TVs and noticed Jeff Tweedy. Glad to CBS News amplifying his plea. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/wilcos-jeff-tweedy-calls-for-music-industry-reparations/

They definitely hit their stride in season 2. Currently in season 3.

I haven't thought about this movie for a long time. I loved it as well. IIRC, it was kind of marketed as a quirky comedy, so when Ray Liotta's character was introduced, I was taken on an incredible, and completely unexpected thrilling, intense ride. Watched it several times after my initial viewing. Haven't seen it in a LONG time.

Iowa is truly the wild west. Teachers and other school employees became eligible February 1. I lucked into an appointment at the pharmacy nearest my house February 2. Our district has tried, and thus far failed, to coordinate a large clinic. I have a bit of something akin to survivor's guilt. I hope the distribution becomes more efficient and equitable soon!

One Night in Miami on Prime exceeded my expectations. More historical fiction than history, no doubt, but I enjoyed the dialogue and the performances.

Just quoting Ford there. I'm well aware there's a shit ton of work to do now. It just feels good to have leaders in Biden & Harris that are worthy of respect.

Ladies & Gentlemen, our long national nightmare is over.

Unfortunately, the social studies classes I teach will not line up well with the ceremony, though I am worried enough about incidents that I'm not sure we'd watch it if I could. I probably would... Otherwise, I'm going to shave my beard and have some bourbon when I get home tomorrow, if it all goes smoothly.

I listened this morning. It was a good talk. Not too much new, but a fun story from his childhood about how, as a toddler, he'd climb up on his parents' stereo and cry until they played a record.