reading, watching & listening to

sharing a selection of things I'm reading and find thought provoking

David Mamet Memo to "The Unit" Writing Staff

David Mamet's memo provides guidelines for the writing staff of the TV show "The Unit" regarding the importance of drama, storytelling, and creating engaging scenes that advance the plot.

screencraft.org

great writing style. ALL CAPS. shouting on the page.

How to live without your phone

Sam Kriss open.substack.com

I love AI. Why doesn't everyone?

Noah Smith noahpinion.blog

How to build a newthing

Yancey Strickler ideaspace.ystrickler.com

I'm getting official about this

Rachel Katz open.substack.com

the personal essay genre is my favorite and i enjoyed this one

Neatnik Notes · Motive as a filter

notes.neatnik.net

Why Are We Lying to Young People About Work?

Maalvika maalvika.substack.com

Frank Chimero · What Screens Want

Frank Chimero frankchimero.com

The Sound of Silence - Live from Rosh Hashanah Service

youtube.com

magnificent rendition of this beautiful song.