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Stuff They Don't Want You To Know- A Book Review
There is a photo gallery of the book's illustrations at the end. In the hope of full transparency, I would like to say that I have not been hired or asked to write this review by anyone at Stuff They Don’t Want You To Know, iHeart radio, or Flatiron Books. However, I have been a fan of the podcast for years now. I have previously mentioned the show in my article, My Top Five Podcasts. Additionally, I have gotten to know the hosts Ben Bowlin and Noel Brown through social media. I came about my copy of the Stuff They Don’t Want You To Know by entering the giveaway they had for pre-publication copies. With that said, I will aim to leave as much of my bias at the door. But please keep in mind that bias is inherent to the human experience, especially when we are talking about something we enjoy. A good example of this is if you regularly eat at Applebee’s, you’re more likely to recommend their new menu item to a friend. With that said, let’s talk about the book.
By Atomic Historian4 years ago in Journal
How can ability improve oneself aesthetic?
Modern design originated from the West, and the discourse power is also in the West. Design is closely related with the development of art and aesthetic where you come from, there are telltale signs, don't be to have no source, the composition of the neoclassicism, light and shade, the atmosphere, the light and color of impressionist and post-impressionist plane and decoration, and modern paintings such as modernism, cubism (can't back again), has played a great role in modern design.
By Y L4 years ago in Journal
What’s the Story on Breaking News Stories that…
Think about what types of news stories are important in your life. Why do they matter to you? As far back as I can remember, I can recall certain moments in my life where the news interrupted our daily regular activities with a “SPECIAL NEWS REPORT!”.
By Thomas G Robinson4 years ago in Journal
NOME6 FULL Recap
Two days of the best weekend i;ve had in a while. Lets get into it. The NOME12 (typo in title) card recap : Battle 1: Nunn Nunn vs Danny Myers
By JASMIN Latty 4 years ago in Journal
Hong Kong Garden
In the early 80s I was fresh out of high school and working at the Rural & Industries Bank of Western Australia, on the corner of Barrack and Hay Streets in Perth. My team mate and new friend Deana had shown me the ropes at work and taken me under her wing. Although just a year older than I was, Deana, with her jet-black Pixi cut hair, enormous brown eyes and super-pale English complexion, was far more sophisticated than this suburban rebel without a pause and she was truly, madly, deeply in love with Cameron, a Teller on the ground floor, who was a dead ringer for Clark Kent. I, on the other hand, used to spend every stolen moment writing love letters to Michael Jackson. A practice not approved of by my boyfriend, but that was his problem.
By Lee Wilde4 years ago in Journal
Prom Night
Prom season is in full swing, and high school seniors everywhere are making that transition out of school and into the real world. Dresses are being chosen, tuxedos are getting rented, and limousines are getting reserved. Parties are being discussed and dates are being secured. The energy of enthusiasm and excitement is in the air, and it has awoken distant memories of my own prom night, which was now nearly 20 years ago.
By Amanda Spradlin4 years ago in Journal
Should We Be Worried About Elon Musk's Interest In Twitter?
The world’s richest man has recently become the major shareholder of Twitter. When the news first went public, Twitter’s stock jumped up 30%.
By Gal Mux4 years ago in Journal
The Longest Night (A Titanic Story)
Rowing as fast as they could away from the sinking ship, Lily noted how the Titanic resembled a whale sticking out of the ocean. Only a few days ago it was the ship of dreams. Wrapping her cold body in the fur jacket her fiance had given her, Lily studied all the passengers in her lifeboat.
By Marielle Sabbag4 years ago in Journal
"To Kill a Mockingbird" Still Has Teeth
I imagine even an Oscar and Emmy winning screenwriter and playwright like Aaron Sorkin must have had some doubts about taking on what is arguably the most beloved American novel of all time (not to mention a beloved film as well), To Kill a Mockingbird, and adapting it for the stage.
By Kevin Scott Hall4 years ago in Journal
Silk Sonic Opens the Grammys
If we hadn’t learned already, we’re learning very quickly that Hollywood (whether it be the movie industry or the music industry) can’t be counted on to hold anyone to any standards whatsoever.
By Kevin Scott Hall4 years ago in Journal
Scenius: why creatives are stronger together
The myth of the solitary creative For most of human existence, we needed a tribe to survive. If you were cast out, it meant almost certain death. Which is why we still feel an almost primal sense of panic and unease, if we feel disliked or left out.
By Sheryl Garratt4 years ago in Journal
A Sad State of Affairs: The Downfall of Wattpad
How Deleting the Community Forums Killed Wattpad's Engagement Most of my formative years as a young writer were spent on Wattpad. It was the first place I'd ever seen where I could publish a story- a book- for free. I was elated, I'd been writing since I was seven, and now I had a way to share my stories with the world, to get feedback, and help myself grow.
By QuirkyMin4 years ago in Journal