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gentlebeardsbarngrill · 7 months

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02/23/2024 Daily OFMD Recap

TLDR; How To Help; Rotten Tomatoes Reviews/GoggleBox; Cast & Crew Sightings; Taika; Rhys; Leslie Jones; New Watch Party: These Thems; Save OFMD UK Billboard; Transparency policy; RhysDarbyFaction; We'reWolves; Fan Spotlight; Podcasts/Youtube vids; Articles; Love Notes; Daily Darby / Tonight's Taika

Hey all. I'm starting out with the how to help section tonight because there are some things we'd love to see happen to try and help with the renewal.

== HOW TO HELP ==

= Rotten Tomatoes Reviews =

Okay all, this is a big one. It's been brought to my attention by @bzy_hands on twitter, that there are less than 1000 reviews on rotten tomatoes for Season 2. They have an excellent point, Con DID screenshot Season 2. If you haven't already, please go over to Season 2 and review it to help get over that 1000 review mark.

Need help on how to review on RT? @lowrahh Was kind enough to make a tutorial for us, check it out on the repo: Review on Rotten Tomatoes and IMDB

== Let's Get OFMD On Gogglebox ==

Our crew-mate @queerly-autistic was kind enough to have written up a How-To on on getting OFMD on Gogglebox!

"One of the biggest things we can do to try and get Our Flag Means Death picked up by another network is keep making noise about it, and so I had a wild middle-of-the-night idea about one way we could do this: try and get the show on Gogglebox! For anyone who doesn't know, Gogglebox is an extremely popular and successful show in the UK on Channel 4, where ordinary people (and sometimes celebrities) watch and react to television shows, pop culture moments and films."

Wanna give it a go? Please check out their tutorial here!

== Cast & Crew Sightings ==

==Taika!==

It's been a minute since we've seen Taika! But he's out with Rita at the Taylor Swift concert.

= Rhys Darby =

Well, even though Rhys is taking some time off until March, we still have some Cameo's coming in from prior to him closing cameos!

= Cameo 1 - Cryptids! =

Thank you to @iamadequate1 for sharing this fun little cryptid video +

Tumblr / Twitter Links

= Cameo 2 =

Our friend @blackcravatart over on twitter was kind enough to share a birthday video for her (edited for names). I don't know if it's anywhere else and I didn't get permission to download it, so I apologize I'll try to do that and get back to you if we are allowed to share it elsewhere! Cameo Video on Twitter.

= Red Dead Redemption 2: Episode 3 =

The next exciting episode of Rhys playing Red Dead is up!

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= Leslie Jones =

I really don't post enough about Leslie, who is my absolute idol. She's out doing comedy at the Hawaii Theater in Honolulu tonight with @lennymarcusnyc! Just wanted to give a shout out her way since she's a BAMF and deserves all the love.

== New Watch Party ==

Join @adoptourcrew on Friday 3/1 for a watch party of #TheseThems! Times haven't been secured quite yet but mark your calendars!

Watch Party Hashtags:

#TheseThems

#These Gems

#AdoptOurCrew

Wanna see what other watch parties are planned? Feel free to visit the repo for Watch Party Events.

== Save OFMD Billboard Campaign ==

Some of you may have noticed that there's been some suspicious pictures going up across multiple platforms regarding a billboard with the hashtag #WatchTheHorizon from our SaveOFMD Crew. There's definitely some Billboard planning in the works and the crew has provided a bit more transparency on the situation this time. All links in the images will be listed below.

Links:

SaveOFMD Crew Transparency Policy

Team HAVEN

Trans Lifeline

RainbowYOUTH

Outright International

Full Twitter Thread

== SchadenFreude ==

Just a little karma for WB.

== Rhys Darby Faction ==

So for those of you not on twitter, there was a bit of fun had with a random film poll guy who posted a poll that included Rhys Darby on Twitter.

It was found by OFMD twitter, and immediately started being retweeted, which, is how twitter works, right? His Response to this was:

So several of our OFMD Twitter group decided to OWN that lovely little name, and put together an actual hashtag #RhysDarbyFaction... and start polite menacing and trying to boost engagement for #AdoptOurCrew and #SaveOFMD Which triggered a meme factory, here's a few:

#RhysDarbyFaction is now a trending Hashtag on Twitter, and the Faction is using that to help support the #SaveOFMD and #AdoptOurCrew effort as well as spread positivity and love around Rhys Darby works. There's even a discord server if you're interested in joining: https://discord.gg/r7db78j4 There's been talks of putting together some events for a Cryptid Scavenger hunt, but in general it's just a small safe space to try and promote little guys and support the ofmd renewal effort. You don't need to join the discord to be part of the crew, just use #RhysDarbyFaction and be a polite menace/positive force!

== We're Wolves ==

So according to the #WellingtonParanormalPodcast's tiktok, it sounds like Jermaine is finally in talks for writing "We're Wolves"! A sequel to the 2014 What We Do In the Shadows movie. I know we've all been in a Vianton mood since that one Rhys Cameo, so just wanted to make sure you'd heard if you hadn't! SRC: Tiktok

== Fan Spotlight! ==

Getting close to the end of the month so gotta catch up! More collages from our friend @wnderngnomad on Twitter!

Day 23: The Cinematography

Day 4: Nat Faxon

Day 5: Vico Ortiz

Day 6: Leslie Jones

== Podcasts / Youtube Vids ==

Speaking of podcasts, checkout some podcasts from our fandom!

= Citizen Dame =

First up! @celluloidbroomcloset, has a podcast that’s called Citizen Dame. While it doesn't specifically discuss OFMD in this episode, they do discuss Taika, and you all know how much we love that man. So give it a listen and support a fellow crew-mate! Podbean Link / Patreon / Spotify

= Never Left Podcast =

Another fan-podcast I'd like to add tonight is Never Left! More podcasts and discussions on all things OFMD -- give them a listen if you feel up for it! "Welcome aboard our Safe Space Ship! Your Co-Captains, Ariana Perry and Amanda Catron, will be hosting this completely spoiled, totally unofficial, deep dive into Our Flag Means Death." Podbay / Linktr.ee

== Movies With Marty ==

Marty has a new First Watch video out! If you haven't watched Marty's vids yet, feel free to check them out! He's a hoot and is a HUGE supporter of OFMD!

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== Articles ==

What to watch on Netflix and BBC this weekend?

Keeping promises of queer representation

== Love Notes ==

Today has been a long day lovelies, and I'm out of spoons so I'm gonna take a night off from writing out love notes and spread some from someone else. Just know I'm very proud of you for everything you did today, I hope you're doing well and feeling safe. <3

== Daily Darby / Tonight's Taika ==

Idk if these really go together tonight, but here we go. Both of them were on tenor with no srcs? Sorry! Hope you all enjoy!

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Discover the revolutionary world of #Meshtastic, the new tech sensation that's changing the way we communicate off the grid. Move over, Flipper Zero, and welcome to a decentralized communication network that's open-source, free from big brother's watchful eye, and powered by tiny, affordable, and low-powered ESP32 microcontrollers. In this comprehensive video, we dive into everything Meshtastic can do - from encrypted messages over long-range LoRa technology to its applications in rural, mobile, or grid-down scenarios. Learn about the essentials, including how to set up your device, avoid common pitfalls, and even how to extend its range dramatically with a simple antenna upgrade. This video is your guide to understanding how Meshtastic provides a confidential and secure way to communicate, perfect for avoiding wiretapping by telecom giants. Whether you're preparing for a festival, planning a remote adventure, or needing a reliable communication tool for NGO work in areas without cell infrastructure, Meshtastic has you covered. We'll show you what's inside the LoRa 32 box, suggest upgrades for better performance, and take you through the steps to get your device up and running with the latest firmware directly from your browser. Experience an epic range test as we equip a drone with Meshtastic technology, demonstrating the true capabilities of these devices. From setting up the hardware, including choosing the right battery and case, to flashing the Meshtastic firmware and exploring practical use cases, this video is packed with valuable insights. Meshtastic is not just a gadget; it's a versatile tool for secure, encrypted, text-based communication, ideal for skiing, paragliding, camping, and more. Don't miss out on the future of communication. Dive into the Meshtastic world with us, understand its vast potentials, and see if it's the right tech for your next adventure or project. Subscribe for more in-depth tech reviews and tutorials, and join us as we explore cutting-edge technologies that empower you to communicate on your terms.

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nishakrishnan1996 · 6 months

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Exploring the Digital Marketing Frontier: My Personal Odyssey

Introduction:

Venturing into the world of digital marketing is akin to embarking on a thrilling voyage into uncharted waters. As someone who has navigated these digital seas, I understand the excitement and uncertainty that comes with diving into this dynamic field. In this blog post, I'll recount my own journey into the realm of digital marketing, detailing the steps I took to launch my career and the invaluable lessons I learned along the way.

Setting Sail: The Initial Learning Phase

Like many aspiring marketers, my journey into digital marketing commenced with a thirst for knowledge and a desire to comprehend the intricacies of this rapidly evolving domain. I began by immersing myself in a plethora of free online resources, devouring blogs, articles, and YouTube tutorials to gain a solid understanding of digital marketing fundamentals.

During this foundational phase, my focus was on mastering the core concepts, including search engine optimization (SEO), social media marketing, content marketing, and email marketing. These fundamentals served as the bedrock upon which I would later build my expertise in digital marketing.

Charting a Course: Formal Education and Skill Development

While self-study provided me with a strong foundation, I recognized the importance of furthering my education and acquiring practical skills to excel in digital marketing. To achieve this, I enrolled in specialized courses offered by reputable platforms such as Coursera, Udemy, and LinkedIn Learning.

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Navigating the Waters: Practical Experience

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These hands-on experiences proved invaluable, allowing me to translate my digital marketing knowledge into tangible results and gain insights into the day-to-day challenges and opportunities faced by businesses in the digital landscape. From crafting and executing marketing campaigns to analyzing data and optimizing strategies, each project provided me with valuable lessons and practical skills that would shape my journey forward.

Networking and Industry Engagement

Understanding the significance of connections in the digital marketing realm, I made a concerted effort to expand my network and engage with industry professionals. I joined online communities, forums, and social media groups dedicated to digital marketing, where I connected with peers, exchanged insights, and gleaned wisdom from seasoned professionals.

Additionally, I attended industry events, webinars, and conferences to stay abreast of the latest trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in digital marketing. These networking opportunities not only broadened my professional circle but also provided me with invaluable mentorship and guidance from industry veterans.

Making Waves: Transition to Full-Time Roles

As my skills and experience matured, I reached a pivotal juncture in my digital marketing journey: the transition to full-time roles within the field. Armed with a portfolio of successful projects and a network of industry contacts, I confidently navigated the job market and secured positions aligned with my career aspirations.

Whether as a digital marketing specialist, content strategist, or social media manager, each role presented me with fresh challenges, opportunities for growth, and invaluable experiences that further enriched my skill set and broadened my horizons in the world of digital marketing.

Continuous Learning and Adaptation

In the ever-evolving landscape of digital marketing, staying ahead of the curve is paramount. Recognizing this, I made a commitment to lifelong learning and continuous improvement. I remained vigilant in staying updated with emerging trends, technologies, and best practices, regularly exploring new tools, techniques, and strategies to enhance my skill set and remain competitive in the field.

Moreover, I embraced adaptability, recognizing that the digital marketing landscape is in a constant state of flux. Whether it's algorithm updates from search engines, shifts in consumer behavior, or advancements in technology, I remained flexible and agile, adapting my strategies and approaches to meet the evolving needs of the industry and my clients.

Conclusion: Navigating the Digital Marketing Seas

My journey into digital marketing has been a thrilling odyssey filled with twists and turns, challenges, and triumphs. From the initial days of self-study to securing full-time roles within the field, each step along the way has been a testament to my passion for digital marketing and my unwavering commitment to excellence.

As I reflect on my journey, I'm reminded of the importance of perseverance, curiosity, and continuous learning in navigating the ever-changing seas of digital marketing. Whether you're just embarking on your journey or seeking to advance your career within the field, remember that success in digital marketing is not merely about reaching your destination—it's about embracing the voyage, seizing opportunities, and charting your course towards success in this dynamic and rewarding domain.

#tech #training #digital marketing #digital marketing company #digital marketing course #email marketing #online marketing #search engine optimization #seo #seo services

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harinikhb30 · 9 months

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AWS Solutions Architect Certification Journey: A Comprehensive Guide

Embarking on the path to becoming an AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate requires a meticulous and strategic approach. This extensive guide offers a step-by-step breakdown of essential steps to ensure effective preparation for this esteemed certification.

1. Grasp Exam Objectives: Initiate your preparation by thoroughly reviewing the official AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate exam guide. This roadmap outlines the key domains, concepts, and skills to be evaluated during the exam. A clear understanding of these objectives sets the tone for a focused and effective study plan.

2. Establish a Solid AWS Foundation: Build a robust understanding of core AWS services, infrastructure, and shared responsibility models. Dive into online courses, AWS documentation, and insightful whitepapers. Gain proficiency in essential services such as compute, storage, databases, and networking, laying the groundwork for success.

3. Hands-On Practicality: While theoretical knowledge is crucial, practical experience is where comprehension truly flourishes. Leverage the AWS Free Tier to engage in hands-on exercises. Execute tasks like instance management, security group configuration, S3 bucket setup, and application deployment. Practical experience not only reinforces theoretical knowledge but also provides valuable real-world insights.

4. Enroll in Online Learning Platforms: Capitalize on reputable online courses designed specifically for AWS Certified Solutions Architect preparation. Platforms like A Cloud Guru, Coursera, or the official AWS Training provide structured content, hands-on labs, and practice exams. These courses offer a guided learning path aligned with certification objectives, ensuring a comprehensive and effective preparation experience.

5. Delve into AWS Whitepapers: Uncover a wealth of knowledge in AWS whitepapers and documentation. Explore documents such as the Well-Architected Framework, AWS Best Practices, and Security Best Practices. These resources offer deep insights into architecting on AWS and come highly recommended in the official exam guide.

6. Embrace Practice Exam Simulators: Evaluate your knowledge and readiness through practice exams and simulators available on platforms like Whizlabs, Tutorials Dojo, or the official AWS practice exam. Simulated exam environments not only familiarize you with the exam format but also pinpoint areas that may require additional review.

7. Engage in AWS Communities: Immerse yourself in the AWS community. Participate in forums, discussion groups, and social media channels. Share experiences, seek advice, and learn from the collective wisdom of the community. This engagement provides valuable insights into real-world scenarios and enriches your overall preparation.

8. Regularly Review and Reinforce: Periodically revisit key concepts and domains. Reinforce your understanding through diverse methods like flashcards, summarization, or teaching concepts to others. An iterative review process ensures that knowledge is retained and solidified.

9. Effective Time Management: Develop a well-structured study schedule aligned with your commitments. Prioritize topics based on their weight in the exam guide and allocate ample time for hands-on practice. Efficient time management ensures a balanced and thorough preparation journey.

10. Final Preparation and Confidence Boost: As the exam approaches, conduct a final review of key concepts. Revisit practice exams to bolster confidence and ensure familiarity with the exam interface. Confirm your ease in navigating the AWS Management Console and understanding the exam format.

In conclusion, the journey to mastering AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate requires strategic planning and dedicated effort. Success is not merely about passing an exam but about acquiring practical skills applicable in real-world scenarios. Approach this preparation journey with commitment, practical engagement, and a mindset of continuous learning within the ever-evolving AWS ecosystem. By navigating this dynamic landscape, you are not just preparing for a certification; you are laying the foundation for a successful career as an AWS Solutions Architect.

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mostlysignssomeportents · 1 year

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Red Team Blues Chapter One, part four

My next novel, Red Team Blues, is nearly here! I start my tour on Saturday, with two appearances at the LA Times Festival of Books:

https://events.latimes.com/festivalofbooks/schedule/

If you’d like an essay-formatted version of this post to read or share, here’s a link to it on pluralistic.net, my surveillance-free, ad-free, tracker-free blog:

https://pluralistic.net/2023/04/20/links-arent-performances/#henched

To kick things off, I’m serializing chapter one, where we meet Marty Hench, a 67-year-old, hard-charging forensic accountant with 40 years’ experience busting Silicon Valley’s most eye-watering scams, and learn about his last case — recovering a billion dollars’ worth of cryptographic secrets.

Here’s the previous installments:

Part one:

https://pluralistic.net/2023/04/17/have-you-tried-not-spying/#unsalted-hash

Part two:

https://pluralistic.net/2023/04/18/cursed-are-the-sausagemakers/#henched

Part three:

https://pluralistic.net/2023/04/19/whats-wrong-with-iowa/#henched

Here’s where US readers can pre-order the book:

https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250865847/red-team-blues

Here’s pre-orders for Canadians:

https://services.raincoast.com/scripts/b2b.wsc/featured?hh_isbn=9781250865847&ht_orig_from=raincoast

And for readers in the UK and the rest of the Commonwealth:

https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/red-team-blues-cory-doctorow/7225998?ean=9781804547755

And now, here’s today’s serial installment:

We built the system to be secure. You know me, I’m a paranoid old creep with a dirty mind, so everything I did, I did right. The keys were on an air gap system. I bought that system myself off a pile of boxed HP laptops at Fry’s just a couple of weeks before they closed their doors for good.”

“Rest in peace.”

“It was time. But back when you could go into Fry’s, you could pick up a laptop sealed in shrink-w rap, carry it yourself to the cashier, pay cash for it, and walk out, stopping only to show your receipt to the poor door-checker. Then you could take it to the data center, badge into the clean room, lay out your workbench, unscrew that sucker, and remove every single network interface with a pair of pliers, not just snipping the traces but ripping them right off the board.”

“Lucky you didn’t snap the board.”

He grimaced. “I did. I bought three of them so I could take a mulligan or two if I needed it. I only needed one spare, as it turned out. Then it went into a safe, a good safe, rated for three hours. There’s a watchman who makes physical rounds of every safe room, every two hours. And I locked up the BIOS with a hardware token. Steal that laptop, you’d still need my token.”

“And yet . . .”

“You know how they say anyone can design a security system that he himself can’t figure out how to break?”

“Schneier’s law.”

“Schneier’s law. Yeah. Someone smarter than I am figured it out.”

“The watchman?”

“No, though he might have been in on it. They fired him. The safe was opened, the laptop was gone.”

“And the hardware token?”

“You’ll love this.”

“I can’t wait.”

He tugged his forelock and adopted a broad Cockney accent that would have embarrassed Dick van Dyke. “Guv’nah, I was pickpocketed, so I was.”

“I don’t believe it. Pickpocketing is supposed to be a dead art. Who was working the scam, Apollo Robbins?”

He shrugged. “I don’t reckon so. But yeah, there’s plenty of Vegas acts that do pickpocketing stuff, and there’s a pretty big YouTube competitive pickpocket scene with tutorials. Plus, there’s the European talent, a lot of it, never really died out there. Covent Garden is like a plague reservoir for the pathogen, and you get an outbreak every year or two.”

“You had the hardware token on your key ring?”

“That day, I did. I’d been in the data center. Then we went to dinner. Hydra. The prix fixe. The chef’s table is nice, but the taster menu gets you the octopodi. Someone bumped me between the data center and my front door.”

“Oof,” I said. “Did you have to ring the downstairs neighbor’s doorbell and climb out on their balcony?”

“Don’t be stupid,” he said. “In the first place, Sethu has her own keys. In the second place, the outside doors here are locked and armed when we’re AFK.”

I’d noticed the locks on the outside doors, and the break sensors, and the cameras — both the covert and overt ones. There were probably some I’d missed. I wouldn’t put it past Danny to have a lidar rig in the shrubs, something to help the system distinguish between cat burglars and house cats.

“The watchman from the data center,” I said. “That’s your guy. Probably not the mastermind, but he’ll be the key to it all.”

“Looks like they socially engineered him. Matched him on Tinder, messaged him, Oh, is that where you work? I’m just around the corner — want to meet me for a quick boba tea?”

“Catfished. Honey trap.”

He sighed. “Yeah. It was a good one.”

“You reported the theft?”

“The insurance company will pay for a new laptop, which, frankly, I don’t need, because I already have the spare I bought when I was going through the whole rigamarole to set up the air gap. But that’s not the valuable part.”

“No, it isn’t. How about the keys?”

“Yeah, how about them?”

“First, have you warned your source that you lost them, so they can tell Apple and Samsung and all the other manufacturers that rely on those secure enclave chips? And second, have you warned your users that their money isn’t safe?”

He looked over at Sethu, at Palo Alto, at his lemonade glass, and at the clouds in the sky. Long looks. The silence spoke volumes.

“How much money is the Trustlesscoin ledger worth, Danny?”

He looked me dead in the eye now. “About a billion.”

We’d already been talking about trillions, so I shouldn’t have been shocked. But tech founders are always throwing around big numbers, and I’ve developed the mental habit of knocking a few zeroes off any claims about “total addressable markets.”

Trustlesscoin was the new crypto on the block. My unconscious estimate of its value was in the low tens of millions, which is also a big number, but not a billion.

“A billion here, a billion there — ”

He cut me off. “Pretty soon, it starts to add up to real money. Yeah, I know, Marty. Don’t joke, you’re not good at it.”

“When did you lose the keys?”

He checked his watch — a mechanical one, not ostentatious, an old wartime Rolex, from when men’s Oysters were the size of a nickel, not these giant tourbillon monstrosities that cost a million bucks and looked like a poor man’s idea of a rich man’s watch. “Seventy-four hours and thirty minutes ago.”

“Give or take.”

“You’re not good at comedy, Marty. We’ve established that.”

“What fallout has there been?”

“Not much,” he said. “In fact, maybe none. We have a pretty good statistical picture of what normal Trustless transaction activity looks like, and nothing has rung the alarm bells yet.”

“Yet. But maybe not ever. Maybe they can’t figure out how to exploit what they got.”

“Or maybe they’re biding their time. Or running an old- school salami-slice grift, shaving a lot of pennies, getting ready to cash out.”

“Can you block that? They have to convert Trustlesscoins into fiat to get away with it, right?”

“They do, but we can’t stop them. We’re on every major exchange, not just to other tokens but also a bunch of different kinds of fiat and stablecoins. How do you think we got to a billion dollars so quickly? Trustless is both highly liquid and highly efficient. That’s why it’s the future of finance.”

“And money laundering.”

For a second, I thought he was going to throw his lemonade glass, dash it to the cool flagstones of his roof garden. He took a deep breath and then another and then set the glass down. “And money laundering. Marty, stop fucking with me. I am keenly aware that there are money launderers using my service. That has been apparent since the start. Some of these money launderers are very far away and would struggle to reach me if my technology did something to upset them. Some of them are closer.”

He shook his head violently. “Marty, I am shitting bricks here. There’s another shoe getting ready to drop, and when it does, I’m going to go down with it. Hard. I’m not just talking about losing my reputation and my fortune, I’m not just talking about ruining the life of that woman over there who dragged me back from the brink. I’m talking about being targeted for physical violence by unreasonable, sadistic, powerful criminal men who amassed their fortunes by spilling an ocean of blood and who cannot be placated. Nor can they be fended off, not unless I want to live my life inside a bunker.

“I don’t know who stole those keys, Marty. I shouldn’t have had them in the first place. I am now in a position where everything I hold dear is on the line, and so I called you. You and I go way back, you’re my friend and I trust you, but I didn’t call you because I wanted to cry on your shoulder.”

“You called me because you think I can get the keys back.”

“Bullshit. I called you because I’m desperate. I don’t think anyone can get those keys back. I think that inside of a month, everything I care about will be in ruins. Major technology platforms that depend on secure enclaves for things way beyond Trustlesscoin will be exposed because of my recklessness, and they will be fucked. Secure enclaves are designed to be tamper- proof. You try to take one off a board the way I did with those air gap laptops’ network interfaces and you render them permanently inoperable. They can’t be field updated. They have no flashable BIOS. A vulnerability in a secure enclave is permanent.

“But the trillions of dollars in damage that I will do to the largest tech companies in the world will not worry me, because I will either be on the run or dead. Not a good death, either, Marty.

“So I called you because before that happens, I plan on exhausting every avenue of mitigation available to me.”

“If I recover them?”

He snorted. “You do that, you might save my life and rescue a third of the top performers on the S&P 500 from their worst earnings call since the Great Financial Crisis.”

Today (Apr 21), I’m speaking in Chicago at the Stigler Center’s Antitrust and Competition Conference. This weekend (Apr 22/23), I’m at the LA Times Festival of Books.

[Image ID: A squared-off version of Will Staehle's cover for the Macmillan edition of 'Red Team Blues.']

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pinkeoni · 1 year

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Would you recommend going to film school and is it easier to find work in that field with that education background?

Oof oh boy okay I’ll try to answer your question as best I can anon.

Keep in mind that while I’m answering this I haven’t actually graduated yet (that’s next week) nor have I actually secured a position in the professional world in the field that I am interested in. I also don’t know if where I would go would qualify as film school— I go to a private art institute and I major in animation but I’ve also taken classes about film and screenwriting. Myy school does tend to favor the fine arts more than digital arts and isn’t tailored specifically for film.

Here’s the thing, in a perfect world where all types of education was affordable I would say that everyone should go to school, at least to try it and see if that environment is right for them. Unfortunately, we do not live in a perfect world where secondary education is affordable and accessible. I’m privileged enough to be able to go to school, and simply telling someone “Hey! Why don’t you go to school?” is a pretty ignorant position to have.

From what I have heard from my professors and guest speakers who talk about the professional space, what matters is your skill. Studios aren’t looking at what specific degree you have, they are looking at what you can bring to the table. There are plenty of people who don’t go to school who are extremely proficient, and there are people who do go to school and get degrees who have shit output.

We also live in a day and age where there are so many resources online for free to learn about film without having to go school. Orginizations like Studio Binder and No Film School have plenty of videos, references and tools that you can view online right now for free, as well as plenty of solo artists posting their own tutorials sharing their skills. I cannot tell you how many times I’ve used someone elses After Effects tutorial while making my thesis film.

But I will say this, there are some things that school does offer that you can’t really get without it. There are many art school naysayers who will completely disregard art school while completely ignoring some of the benefits. It is benefits that you do have to buy with tuition and student loans, but they are benefits.

For one thing, when you go to school, you are already being exposed to a professional network not only with your professors but within your peers. Something they emphasize to us is that your classmates is your first network, even just knowing people and making friends can give you a leg up in the professional world. All of my professors are professional working artists as well, which is something that is required by the school. Through my professors I’ve been able to connect with industry professionals in the fields that I’m interested in, which again wouldn’t have been possible if I hadn’t gone to school.

Something else valuable that you get with art school is, of course, the academic setting. I knew someone who was anti-art school in high school, but this person also already had a skill level that was far beyond their peers. Being pro-art school can be a privileged position to have, but being anti-art school can also come from a privileged position. I developed knowledge and skills in school that I don’t think I would have been able to teach myself nor would I have had the push to learn had I not been in an academic setting. Having regular critique is important as well, as your art isn’t going to improve if you aren’t able to recognize what can be fixed. And yes, there are people that produce art online who don’t want to be critiqued and that’s totally fine, but for those who want it finding good critique outside of the academic setting, while not impossible, can be hard.

So I guess all this to say, if you have the personal means to go to school, I would say that there isn’t any harm in going, even if you find that the type of setting at school isn’t for you. If you don’t have personal means, then that doesn’t mean getting into the industry is impossible, especially if you are driven enough. Seek out a community of artists, look into your local filmmaker scene, even being a production assistant on a low budget student film can provide you with some great experience. Look into some resources online, there’s plenty of stuff out there

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How to Choose the Right Accounting Software for Your Small Business

As a small business owner, you need an accounting system that helps you stay organized and manage your finances efficiently. But with so many accounting software options available, it can be overwhelming to choose the right one for your business. In this blog, we’ll guide you through the process of selecting the right accounting software for your small business.

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