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Keith O'Brien

@keithobrien.bsky.social

Content strategist, chill dude. Proprietor of The Diffraction (thediffraction.bsky.social).

61 Followers  |  197 Following  |  24 Posts  |  Joined: 20.05.2023  |  1.9302

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The Best Burgers in New York City, According to Eater Editors Eater editors weigh in on everything from fancy patties to budget-friendly options

It's a little grim to keep featuring new Robert Sietsema bylines based on historic work when he was unceremoniously laid off months ago.

ny.eater.com/maps/best-bu...

23.05.2025 15:08 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

It's about time to start nominating Nathan Fielder for a MacArthur Genius Grant.

05.05.2025 18:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Looks like too much BODO and not enough GLIMT.

01.05.2025 20:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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No Other Land Co-Director Yuval Abraham:
"The foreign policy in this country is helping to block this path. Why? Can't you see that we are intertwined? There is another way. It's not too late for life, for the living. There is no other way."

03.03.2025 02:49 β€” πŸ‘ 4493    πŸ” 1345    πŸ’¬ 20    πŸ“Œ 59

Chuck keeps calling his senator to demand action but always gets a busy signal.

04.02.2025 00:56 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

It's real hard to fight off despair but we must.

31.01.2025 17:46 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Glad to see the media has learned nothing in 8 years.

30.01.2025 17:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I've been searching for the name of that Swedish band for eons because I liked listening to the opening track of their 2001 album at the Virgin Megastore. Thank you for your service!

29.01.2025 05:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

But he gave so many the blueprint: be true to yourselves, follow your muse and let it bleed out in the medium of your choice.

Godspeed Mr. Lynch.

16.01.2025 23:57 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

His shadow is that long and that unique. But it is apparent. David Forster Wallace famously said, Lynchian things are like the courts definition of obscenity - you know it when you see it.

16.01.2025 23:57 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

David Lynch is gone, and the world is poorer because of that fact. But what a trove he left us. We are blessed to have witnessed his sui generis.

We will forever benefit from the artists who draw inspiration from him, including the countless creators who don't even know he inspired them.

16.01.2025 23:56 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Watch Megalopolis and watch TWIN PEAKS season 3 episode 8 to understand how singular Lynch was in his ability to conjure the surreal make it more empathetic than anything real - and what happens when others try.

16.01.2025 19:21 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

effect (too sad to write correctly)

16.01.2025 19:15 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

While there's the top-level thematic inspiration that David Lynch inspired in filmmakers, I think his approach to art, which was pure of heart and relentless curiosity, has an incalculable affect anyone who witnessed it. His impact will only grow. Our collective riches will flow forever.

16.01.2025 19:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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In conversation with: Andy Cohn I had the pleasure of reconnecting with Andy Cohn, who is co-founder and CEO of Shadrach, a music-focused boutique consultancy. He also served as president and publisher of The Fader, during a time pe...

An interview with Andy Cohn of Shadrach about the state of music (inc. live music, brand partnerships).

www.thediffraction.com/in-conversat...

15.01.2025 14:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Swifties with DUIs might miss out on Eras Tour because of Canadian law Some Swifties are discovering Canada’s strict drunken-driving laws right before the final shows in Vancouver.

The more you know.

www.washingtonpost.com/travel/2024/...

06.12.2024 17:40 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Hello again

13.11.2024 15:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Theater was so still during Zone of Interest, you could occasionally hear faint singing from the Wonka screening next door - just added to the overall unease of the whole thing.

07.02.2024 13:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Life is good

06.02.2024 21:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Every week, I forget I even have an account on here. It's an uphill battle for sure.

28.08.2023 12:38 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks to the Bear for simply demonstrating how many dramatic, slow songs R.E.M. created that are better than Losing My Religion.

Half a World Away > Stranger Currencies > trillion-point gap > Losing My Religion.

And, for the record, So. Central Rain is the best of them all.

16.07.2023 15:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I think the Bear is so good because each character is an exaggerated form of a character trait we all have within ourselves.

05.07.2023 23:32 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Both are good but Ep. 7 > Ep. 6

04.07.2023 21:58 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

This Lot Radio session is fantastic https://www.thelotradio.com/

09.06.2023 16:55 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Is it a good sign when you're running out of room on the danger needle?

07.06.2023 20:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I've arrived!

20.05.2023 03:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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