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Brad Parscale – Reference Page
Brad Parscale is known for his innovative work using social media to engineer a win for Donald Trump during the 2016 election. There is a CBS 60 Minutes interview and a PBS FRONTLINE interview with Parscale where he explains specifically how he engineered a win for...
Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt, Emmylou Harris Trio – Documentary (1960s-1970s)
This is a fascinating documentary that looks at the life and music of Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt, and Emmylou Harris leading up to their collaboration as a trio, and beyond. It's a fascinating look at the larger music industry at the time, and some of the social...
Custom Computer: Asus AM4 TUF Gaming X570-Plus Motherboard and AMD Ryzen 5 3600X 6-Core Processor
I recently needed to upgrade a computer for someone who wanted to continue using their existing case, cooling fans, power supply, hard drives, and DVD drives. So, the upgrade would include a new motherboard, CPU, CPU cooling assembly, RAM, and primary startup drive....
Omaze – Innovative Nonprofit Fundraising Service
Omaze is a nonprofit fundraising platform and service that creates curated raffles for high-value items like vehicles, entertainment, and travel. Organizations using Omaze include: Comic Relief, Doctors Without Borders, Jane Goodall Institute, Malala Fund, National...
Linda Ronstadt: “It was just a bunch of stoned people trying to make the transition from beatnik to hippie.” (Rare Interview)
About In the interview below from the 1970s or late 1960s, Linda Ronstadt reflects on her early music career in the 1960s performing at a folk music club in Hermosa Beach. She was inspired and motivated by how enthusiastically people were responding to her music. In...
World’s Biggest Oil Spill Off Coast of Yemen Expected Soon – Will Impact Environment and Economy
The spill is estimated to be 1.14 million barrels of oil, 4-times the size of the Exxon Valdez spill, and if no action is taken soon. The stranded tanker off the coast of Yemen is expected to break in half causing a massive environmental disaster. "From above it's a...
Buying Guide: Deciding on a Laptop or Desktop Computer (Podcast #44)
In Episode #44, I offer a buying guide examining considerations for deciding on a laptop or desktop computer. (23 Sep 2020) Listen using your favorite podcast service. Anchor [Listen]Apple [Listen]Google [Listen]Spotify [Listen] Listen Using the...
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Incorrect WordPress Featured Post Image Showing on Facebook, Twitter and Other Social Media [SOLVED]
Social media services like Facebook will attempt to select a featured image from news articles or posts on blogs. The automated selection process will give preference to larger images toward the top of an article or post. In WordPress there is an option to have a...
“The Choice 2020: Trump vs. Biden” – FRONTLINE Full Video and Interviews (PBS, 22 Sep 2020)
With the nation in crisis, FRONTLINE investigates how President Donald Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden have responded to crises throughout their own lives. In the midst of the historic coronavirus pandemic, economic hardship and a reckoning over racism, this...
“Give Me Love, Give Me Peace on Earth” — George Harrison (Music Videos)
Below are music videos of the song "Give Me Love" (Give Me Peace on Earth) by George Harrison. Jeff Lynne of ELO (24 Feb 2020) This is a performance by Jeff Lynne of ELO. https://youtu.be/o_gOpk0KhUY George Harrison (YouTube Date 31 Jul 2018) This is the original...
“End of the Road” and “Handle With Care” — The Traveling Wilburys (Music Videos)
The Traveling Wilburys were an English–American supergroup consisting of Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Jeff Lynne, Roy Orbison and Tom Petty. Below are selected music videos in chronological order as they were posted to...
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Frigidaire Microwave Stove Vent Fan Won’t Turn Off [SOLVED]
Problem If you have a Frigidaire microwave functioning as a stovetop hood vent fan it may turn on if the cooking range causes an overheating issue. However, even after a period of time to cool down, it may continue running on high without responding to the on/off...
Laptop Computer Buying Guide (Podcast #43)
In Episode #43, I review considerations for purchasing a laptop computer. In this buying guide, I offer some suggestions based on different needs. (17 Sep 2020) Listen using your favorite podcast service. Anchor [Listen]Apple [Listen]Google [Listen]Spotify [Listen]...
Computer display buying guide. (Podcast #42)
In Episode #42, I offer suggestions about buying the best computer display and give tips about installation and positioning. In summary, I suggest that a Samsung 42-inch 4K resolution TV is an excellent choice for a computer display. (15 Sep 2020) Listen using your...
Antifa and Left-Wing Liberal Militant Activists Advocating Violence
Summary This page contains videos about present-day left-wing liberal militant activists advocating violence. The videos below are listed in chronological order. To learn more about militant right-wing conservatives, read "Militant and Weaponized: America’s Patriot...
Militant and Weaponized: America’s Patriot Militia Groups
The following videos provide some insight into the rise of patriot militia groups in America over the past few years. These videos are listed in chronological order. The list will be updated as new videos are discovered. This is a reference document that intends to be...
2020 Election — Differing Views Among Republicans
In most election years there is a fairly consistent partisan alignment around a party's presidential nomination. In 2016, and again in 2020, both the Republican and Democratic Party members have had differing views. Among Democrats, the split was between Bernie...
Optimizing WordPress Website Speed for Faster Load Time
WordPress Web Technologies WordPress websites require several website technologies to work together behind the scenes. Without optimization, site responsiveness can fluctuate depending on many factors: Plug-insMySQL DatabaseThird Party Servers like...
Rednecks, Hillbillies, and Southerners Respond to Black Lives Matter (11 Sep 2020)
The following video is from NowThis News and it explores how class solidarity can help unite people of otherwise different backgrounds. https://youtu.be/iwqBXUb1TdE [Video Date: 11 Sep 2020. Posted: 13 Sep 2020]
Public Trust: The Fight for America’s Public Lands — A Patagonia Documentary Film (25 Sep 2020)
Event In 15 days, on 25 Sep 2020, the Patagonia documentary about public lands will be launched and streamed on YouTube. Signup now on YouTube to be reminded of the event. The video will be a feature-length documentary about America’s system of public lands and the...
2020 Election — Republican Messaging and Campaign Ads
Below are selected videos and campaign ads that convey the Republican messaging and narrative for the 2020 election. This page is being created as a placeholder for reference, archival purposes, and as a supplement to writings elsewhere. This document is public, but...
Fair-weather cycling and all-weather all-season year-round biking (Podcast #41)
In Episode #41, I talk about all-weather year-round bike riding and my transition back to fair-weather pleasure cycling. I review the special clothing and accessories needed for all-season daily bicycling. (9 Sep 2020) Listen using your favorite podcast service....
Bill Lee – Reference Page
Bill Lee is most notably known through his public service as Governor of Tennessee. His winning campaign was based on civility, respect, and focusing on what he would offer as governor by bringing a unique multi-generational agricultural farming background to...
Hybrid Monetization: Ad-Free for Subscriber Early Access Content (Podcast #40)
In Episode #40, I talk about hybrid monetization for podcasts and YouTube videos. This lets your regular subscribers and followers enjoy content without advertising. After a few days, monetization can be turned on, for subsequent views. Also, if you’re promoting your...