#radio DJ software

[mbishiri]

Radio Automation Software for Professionals and Amateurs

SAM Broadcaster provides you with everything you need to make your dreams of radio broadcasting a reality. Sporting advanced audio features, it includes a cross fader, gap killer, 5-band compressor, volume equalization, fade detection and a limiter.

[failureddemone]

DJ RADIO PLAY - 18 Bitches (Dark Techno) (2023 - 2024)

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Radio Bitches

[literaryvein-reblogs]

Hii hope your doing well :) so iam writing a character who is blind and has a work but I really don't know how many jobs are there for people with blindness can u list some THANK YOU also I love your blog and the dedication you put in it absolutely helpful glad ur blog exists ♡

Writing Notes: Career Options for Blind Characters

Today’s technology, as well as using different adaptations, allows people with vision loss to do just about any job you can think of. The following list, although not exhaustive, is meant to give a general idea of the different careers and jobs done by people who are blind or visually impaired:

Teachers, college professors and guidance counselors

Social workers and psychologists

Doctors, nurses and occupational and physical therapists

Masseuses and chiropractors

Rehabilitation teachers and counselors

Customer service representatives

Restaurant and store workers

Factory workers

Freelance writers, journalists and TV and radio broadcasters

DJs and musicians

Attorneys, judges and politicians

Executive directors and managers

Coaches and athletes

Authors and motivational speakers

Chefs

Architects

Researchers, engineers and scientists

Artists, musicians and photographers

Just like people with sight, individuals who are blind have different interests and skill sets.

For a long time, the unemployment rate among people with vision loss has been over 70%, and it is due in large part to the numerous misconceptions that still exist.

Thanks to equipment like screen-reading and magnifying software, Braille displays and various other tools, people with vision loss can hold different jobs.

Sources: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ⚜ More: References ⚜ Writing Resources PDFs

Hi, hope you're doing alright yourself. Thanks so much for your kind words! I love doing these because I also learn so many new things :) You can find more information in the sources linked above (more on writing about workplace accommodations, some common myths). All the best with your writing <3

Writing Notes: Blindness

[postpunkindustrial]

Pink Noises: Women on Electronic Music and Sound by Tara Rodgers

Get it from my Google Drive HERE

Pink Noises brings together twenty-four interviews with women in electronic music and sound cultures, including club and radio DJs, remixers, composers, improvisers, instrument builders, and installation and performance artists. The collection is an extension of Pinknoises.com, the critically-acclaimed website founded by musician and scholar Tara Rodgers in 2000 to promote women in electronic music and make information about music production more accessible to women and girls. That site featured interviews that Rodgers conducted with women artists, exploring their personal histories, their creative methods, and the roles of gender in their work. This book offers new and lengthier interviews, a critical introduction, and resources for further research and technological engagement.

Contemporary electronic music practices are illuminated through the stories of women artists of different generations and cultural backgrounds. They include the creators of ambient soundscapes, “performance novels,” sound sculptures, and custom software, as well as the developer of the Deep Listening philosophy and the founders of the Liquid Sound Lounge radio show and the monthly Basement Bhangra parties in New York. These and many other artists open up about topics such as their conflicted relationships to formal music training and mainstream media representations of women in electronic music. They discuss using sound to work creatively with structures of time and space, and voice and language; challenge distinctions of nature and culture; question norms of technological practice; and balance their needs for productive solitude with collaboration and community. Whether designing and building modular synthesizers with analog circuits or performing with a wearable apparatus that translates muscle movements into electronic sound, these artists expand notions of who and what counts in matters of invention, production, and noisemaking. Pink Noises is a powerful testimony to the presence and vitality of women in electronic music cultures, and to the relevance of sound to feminist concerns.

Interviewees: Maria Chavez, Beth Coleman (M. Singe), Antye Greie (AGF), Jeannie Hopper, Bevin Kelley (Blevin Blectum), Christina Kubisch, Le Tigre, Annea Lockwood, Giulia Loli (DJ Mutamassik), Rekha Malhotra (DJ Rekha), Riz Maslen (Neotropic), Kaffe Matthews, Susan Morabito, Ikue Mori, Pauline Oliveros, Pamela Z, Chantal Passamonte (Mira Calix), Maggi Payne, Eliane Radigue, Jessica Rylan, Carla Scaletti, Laetitia Sonami, Bev Stanton (Arthur Loves Plastic), Keiko Uenishi (o.blaat)

[sophia-hjkl]

Do you have any advice on starting to DJ on a budget?

rekordbox is the industry standard and free. i dont use it because im oldschool and already own my own decks and im annoying at raves but its more than capable as a software and there are some things i wish traktor did more like it. you dont need decks to learn how to spin. the last 3 radio shows ive done were recorded just using my mouse on the computer LMFAO if you know what you're doing no one can really tell. like you dont have to spend a single cent to learn how to dj if you already own mp3/wav copies of thew music you like. my only advice is know your tracks -- pay attention to the arrangement of the music you like and remember it. if theres a drum outro and a drum intro to 2 songs thats perfect for a seamless transition. match the tempo (and key if its dissonant) and turn down the bass on the song you are bringing in. when its at the first real verse in the second song turn the bass back up and turn the bass down on the first song at the same time. and then slowly fade it out. thats it. everything else is icing on the cake. the craft is not complicated-- the real art to dj'ing is the art of curating a vibe and the part that most people seem to struggle with is actually knowing how to put together a playlist. i've seen so many djs just show up and play random tunes that are all in the same tempo range and call it a night and you can always tell that they are just flying by the seat of their pants. know your music. know how to find new music. learn what kind of transitions work and what dont through trial and error and practice. if you're on a budget and cant drop a couple hundo on a fun new toy just dont spend anything until you're already proficient at it and are actively gigging. the traktor decks i've had since 2023 i only bought because i was going on tour and the vestax decks i had been using since 2011 broke.

[bittysfoodbaby]

ok so on top of me being a diet film major at school i'm also on the executive staff of my school's college radio station and that combined with omgcp means it's headcanon time!

you're listening to 91.7 WSMU-FM. don't turn that dial!

lardo started doing radio to keep up the promise to do something technical to her parents after becoming an art major. she chose radio tech ops and programming because it was a chill and easy gig that didn't take too much time out of her day. she ended up being pretty decent at her job and later became known for her cable management skills.

jack first met lardo when he was dating camilla and eventually got involved with the station as a graveyard shift dj to hang out with camilla more as friends (#studentathletethings). lardo often took on the late-night shifts for tech ops, which is just making sure the station doesn't go down in the middle of the night, and noticed that Jack wouldn't use the automated software and do everything manually from spinning tracks to doing his talk breaks live. eventually they became friends over "the old days of radio" and jack referred lardo to becoming the smh team manager.

holster acted as a consultant to the promotions and PR team for one of his finals and observed a morning shift as part of the project. the "bro, we should start a podcast" part of his brain was promptly activated and convinced ransom to do a morning show with him. they mostly talk about college sports and get very heated over college hockey and how much cornell has fallen as a hockey team.

shitty grew up listening to wsmu and used radio as another way to be rebellious against his family. he appreciates the community service and outreach the station does and is ranked the best voice on the station. he hosts a show about local music in samwell and the greater boston area.

bitty joined the promo team after smh found out about his blog and convinced him to join radio after they all realized they did radio together. eventually he became the webmaster of the station's website because he was the only one other than shitty that knew how to use wordpress. his ego grew after he forced hosts to write blog posts during their shifts for the station website and be active on twitter.

chowder used to dj local events in high school and was a pretty decent dj and producer back in the day. when he found out the rest of the team was pretty much doing radio he convinced a radio show about live dj sets boiler room-style.

(side note: farmer finds out about chowder's secret life as a dj through a girl on the volleyball team who's friends with a wsmu sportscaster who knows holster.)

dex found himself working in tech ops after a freak accident involving the station's backup recording software went down. he ended up staying because it's the only non-hockey or non-school thing he had.

nursey was approached to be on the station's student spotlight show for his poetry and found out that the whole team was working on the station. he then romanticized the image of analog radio in his mind and what being a late-night DJ was like. he immediately switched to a mid-day jazz shift the next semester.

i swear i have more but i still have fics i need to write before posting more LMAO

[shesthespinstersimmer]

Graduates (4)🎓

Zora Levesque

Communications Major / DJ for FoxFM / Arts Archivist Award

Zora squeezed every inch of her education out that she could; she’ll be a hit as the newest DJ for campus radio, and she’s already gotten a couple of nibbles for her career. she’s looking forward to literature class as well - will she write about music like Mrs. Briggs? Or does she belong behind the mic at a radio station? Guess time will tell. 

She and her boyfriend Zeke haven’t talked about future plans much; they’re just ready to enjoy the experience.

Zeke Briggs

Computer Science Major / Young Gamers Program / D&D Club / Foxbury / Broussard Hall

Zeke is jazzed – Foxbury has the best software development program! If he plays his cards right, he could have his game developed by the end of university. He’s already making nice money live streaming in his free time; if he’s lucky, he can make a career out of that too. The world’s his oyster - he doesn’t have a perfect idea of what he wants to do, all he knows is he wants his beautiful Zora by his side🖤

Only question is: now that his parents, Glynis and Neeto have the house to themselves… wonder how they plan to stay busy? 🖤😛

✏️Uni grads up next!

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[web-witch]

Occultist implements: Pop culture Cybermancy Magic

In pathfinder the concept of an occultist is the use of implements or tools to invoke the powers of other magic types. Similar to a warlock in my opinion or a wizard. In this post I wanted to list the tools that I see as comparable to the pathfinder occultist class. This falls into my Otherworld channeling class as a form of glamour but also as a form of shapeshifting. Not all implements are going to be technological, but they will work well in cybermancy when applied correctly.

Here is the page I used to draw up this list: https://www.d20pfsrd.com/alternative-rule-systems/occult-adventures/occult-classes/occultist/occultist-implements/

Abjuration

For abjuration, I could see myself using an amulet in the game or a holy symbol. Cybermancy versions of this would be as follows: A usb drive as a necklace with images in it as a form of statuary images, an actual amulet with a holy symbol (a pentagram or a triquetra).

Conjuration

For conjuration I feel that a figurine would be a good match for me. Examples of this would be images of trading cards from a game or my pokemon go+. Alternatively, a compact mirror would be a good physical tool as well.

Divination

Given that divination is my specialty in magic, I find that I have a lot of divination tools. My main ones that I have from this list are books, tarot decks (harrow decks) and crystal balls. I have the physical and the digital. Cybermancy versions of books and decks are my favorite go to for on the go.

Enchantment

This one should be pretty easy to guess. Enchantment being about the mind and emotions, anything to do with auditory senses is gonna be a tool for enchantment. In terms of software I use Audible, various music apps and YouTube. In terms of tech, a good set of noise canceling headphones or Dj headphones is ideal (preferably Bluetooth and foldable). Alternatively, you could use any retro tech like a cassette player, a cd player, or an mp3 player. Bonus points if the cd or cassette player has mp3, am/fm radio, and the ability to play cds or cassettes respectively.

Evocation

Ok while not necessarily tech based, metal of any kind is a good conduit for cybermancy. The implement that I would choose in this category would be a wand. A collapsible metal pointer or an old collapsible radio antenna is a great aesthetic and works well for commanding cybermantic energies. Alternatively an app like the Dr. who sonic screwdriver app is a good one for those that want their implements to be virtual.

Illusion

I’m gonna go with a crystal from this list because images of crystals are just as strong as their real counterparts. Also crystals resonate well with electrical energies.

Necromancy

While necromancy isn’t a specialty or even something I’ve extensively studied, I would have to go with the coins. Let’s be honest, we all have loose pennies that we have no real use for. So turn them into necromancy conduits. Copper may be a metal not associated with earth but it is useful for calling the dead because copper is a conduit through which the two worlds can be bridged.

Transmutation

I’m gonna have to go with belt for this one because a belt can also hold a bag on which your tools go. Thus it’s like Batman’s utility belt.

Update:

After thinking about it a bit, here is a condensed list of tools:

Abjuration: usb and divine images

Conjuration: Pokémon go +, digital trading card collection

Divination: tarot apps, astrology apps, e-book apps, zen water apps, dice apps, video apps

Enchantment: Bluetooth speaker or headphones for crowd control respectively and music playlists

Evocation: stylus as wand

Illusion: Crystal of choice or images that create glamours

Necromancy: keyboard as spirit board, automatic writing, camera app for seeing the spirits, audio recorder for spirit box

Transmutation: computer games for in game energy transmutation and digital charm bags. Music playlists as potions for transmutation.

[adsblast]

How Did Jaipur’s Top DJ Rise to Fame?

In a city known for its royal heritage, pink sandstone architecture, and traditional Rajasthani music, a new rhythm has emerged — one shaped by the beat of electronic dance, hip-hop grooves, and electrifying remixes. Over the past few years, the nightlife in Jaipur has taken a vibrant turn, and at the center of this musical revolution is one name: the Top DJ in Jaipur.

But how did this local talent transform from a bedroom beatmaker into the face of Jaipur's booming club culture? Let’s explore the inspiring journey behind the rise of the most celebrated DJ in the city and what truly sets him apart from the rest.

Humble Beginnings in the Pink City

Every success story begins with a spark. For Jaipur’s top DJ, that spark ignited in a small neighborhood where music was more than a hobby — it was an escape. He started with an old laptop and basic mixing software, learning from YouTube tutorials and practicing for hours on end. While his peers pursued conventional careers, he spent weekends spinning at small parties and local events, slowly building a reputation for his energy, originality, and unmatched ability to read the crowd.

His first big break came when he was invited to open for a regional DJ at a college festival. That night, the dancefloor stayed packed until 2 a.m., and word began to spread.

Climbing the Ranks of the City’s Club Scene

In a city with growing demand for modern nightlife, the competition among DJs is fierce. But the Top DJ in Jaipur didn’t just play tracks — he curated experiences. Whether it was a wedding reception, a corporate event, or a New Year’s Eve bash, he brought a unique style that blended EDM, Bollywood, and deep house in seamless harmony.

Soon, he was being invited to perform at Jaipur’s trendiest venues: Blackout, Club Naila, HOP, and Skyfall, to name a few. Regular performances at these hotspots earned him a loyal fan base who followed him from one venue to the next, eager to hear his latest mixes.

Building a Digital Brand

Rising to fame today isn’t just about playing live — it’s about presence, personality, and brand. Understanding this, Jaipur’s top DJ leveraged social media like a pro. He began posting short clips of his sets, live crowd reactions, and original remixes on Instagram and YouTube. Some of his reels went viral, bringing in followers not only from Jaipur but across India.

His signature remix of a classic Rajasthani folk song infused with EDM beats garnered over 500,000 views — a moment that marked his breakthrough into the national spotlight.

Collaboration and Innovation

One trait that truly defines the Top DJ in Jaipur is his ability to collaborate and innovate. He teamed up with vocalists, music producers, and event companies to create unique audio-visual experiences. From rooftop sundowners to desert music festivals near Pushkar, he made sure his name was associated with something unforgettable.

He also launched his own event series — “Pink City Beats” — which turned into a monthly staple among partygoers. These self-hosted events allowed him full creative control and attracted a massive audience looking for something beyond the ordinary.

Recognition and Media Coverage

As the buzz around his name grew, so did recognition. Local magazines featured him as the “Face of Jaipur’s New Sound,” and music blogs started calling him the “underground king of Rajasthan.” Interviews with FM radio stations and digital portals followed, each one painting the picture of an artist who had worked tirelessly to become the Top DJ in Jaipur.

By 2024, he was shortlisted for a national DJ award — the only artist from Rajasthan on the list.

What Fans Say

True success is measured by how people respond. And when it comes to this DJ, the reviews speak for themselves. On Adsblast, the go-to platform for nightlife listings and reviews, fans describe his sets as “mind-blowing,” “electrifying,” and “worth every second.”

One review reads: “If you want to experience real energy, go where this guy is spinning. He doesn't just play music — he controls the room.”

Another user wrote: “Every weekend, we check Adsblast to see where Jaipur’s top DJ is playing next. It’s a ritual now!”

Staying Grounded and Giving Back

Despite his fame, the Top DJ in Jaipur remains grounded. He mentors aspiring DJs through workshops and online sessions, teaching them not just about mixing tracks but also about discipline, hustle, and creativity.

He’s also associated with charity events, having performed for fundraisers focused on child education and community development in Jaipur’s outskirts.

What’s Next?

With the kind of momentum he’s built, there’s no slowing down. Talks of an international tour are underway, and he’s set to release his first original album this year. There are also rumors of collaborations with well-known Bollywood music directors, potentially taking his journey to an even bigger stage.

Conclusion: A Star Born in the Heart of Rajasthan

The story of how the Top DJ in Jaipur rose to fame is a tale of perseverance, talent, and smart branding. From humble beginnings to headlining major events, his journey reflects the transformation of Jaipur itself — from traditional to modern, from calm to electric.

Whether you’re a music lover, a partygoer, or just someone who admires stories of success, this DJ’s rise is one worth following. And if you’re wondering where to catch his next performance, Adsblast is the place to start.

[adapting-the-mystic-path]

One of the first forms of magic many of us ever encounters in life is music. While it is not what we traditionally think of when we hear the word magic - candles, cauldrons or witches on broomsticks - music is an undeniable force. It has the power of influencing emotions and states of mind, inspiring painters, poets, writers, musicians, actors, etc. People have been inspired by music to live authentically in fashion, gender identity, sexuality, nonconformity. It can transport us into different worlds where love is all we dream of or one where we mourn a loss so deeply only the music can express our pain. Particular tempos and rhythms have the ability of inducing mesmerizing trancelike states.

I have noticed the power of music in many different situations over the course my life. Cheerful Disney and animated films or cartoons’ melodies color happy carefree moments of the past while musical productions of shows like West Side Story, Phantom of the Opera, and Wicked evoked emotions I had no words for or experience with and yet became part of my being. Funerals were marked by the solemn ceremony and the cathartic tears falling in a church as the gathering sang hymns I didn’t know yet tugged at my heart.

In recent years I’ve dabbled in a few different digital hobbies. One of the adventures I explored was DJing for a club in the virtual reality platform called SecondLife. I did not go so far as learning how to alter speed, pitch, or other fancy manipulations of music. But I did learn there is an art to the arrangement of song order. Much like a radio DJ, I would select tracks to play and specify the order in the software I used and occasionally did short voiceovers or commercial breaks to promote the club or the DJ playing after me. Some of my favorite sets - usually two hour sessions of music - were when nothing was fully prepared. I selected a few songs and either added or rearranged song order by feeling the vibe of my audience. This was a magic combination.

About a year later I started DJing at an occult/pagan/witchy hangout for full moon gatherings. This new path took me on quite a deep dive into music I had never explored before as i looked for songs to play that struck a particular chord. Popular choices were from SKALD, Heilung, and Kerli. Other modern style bands were included as long as there was an undercurrent of spiritual resonance, empowerment, or depth of emotion and feeling. In This Moment has a fantastic album which is heavily spiritually focused. Born This Way by Lady Gaga was also extremely appropriate as an empowering anthem to live authentically. Over time I grew my music collection and worked hard to hone my skills for smooth transitions. Often I would be playing songs that made guests remember another that they sometimes requested so I would move it into the queue. Building the energy together while dancing virtually and connecting through the rhythm of the drums or the vocals created such a high that is hard to replicate.

A morning ritual I began a couple years ago is creating a short playlist to listen to while I drink my morning coffee. Inspired by a friend who has a similar concept for a playlist, I have been particularly selective about which tracks are in the playlist. They must meet a few pieces of criteria but the most important is that listening to them raises my vibrations. My mental energy and confidence level should rise with each song in the list. “Good Morning” by Qveen Herby is the first track that includes a short breathing meditation which often helps me center and ground regardless of current events.

The point of this post? If you are looking to for a place to start your practice, dip your toes into the mystical realm, or simply ground, music is a wonderful place to begin. Experiment with different songs to reflect on the emotions they evoke. This exercise is extremely helpful for discovering the music you may wish to listen to while doing spellwork. Can you create the emotions you desire by being selective of what you are listening to? Give it a try.

[coconutsplit]

What is a DJ?

A DJ (Disc Jockey) is an individual who plays recorded music for an audience. DJs select and mix tracks to create a seamless flow of music, often tailoring their sets to suit the mood of the venue and the preferences of the audience. DJs can perform in various settings, including nightclubs, festivals, radio stations, and private events.

Standard Definition of a DJ

A DJ typically:

Selects Music: Chooses tracks from various genres to play.

Mixes Music: Blends tracks together to create a continuous flow of music.

Reads the Crowd: Adjusts the music selection based on audience response.

Uses Equipment: Operates turntables, mixers, CDJs, or DJ software to play and manipulate music.

Becoming a Successful DJ

1. Ethics of Hard Work, Study, and Perseverance

Passion and Dedication: Have a genuine love for music and a strong desire to share it with others.

Consistent Practice: Spend regular time practicing your mixing skills, experimenting with new techniques, and staying updated with the latest music.

Continuous Learning: Study music theory, DJ techniques, and the latest trends in the music industry. Attend workshops, take online courses, and learn from experienced DJs.

Networking: Build connections with other DJs, producers, event organizers, and music enthusiasts. Networking can open opportunities for gigs and collaborations.

Professionalism: Be reliable, punctual, and professional in all your dealings. Treat every gig, no matter how small, with the same level of importance and commitment.

2. Technical Skills and Knowledge

Learn the Basics: Understand the fundamental techniques of DJing, such as beatmatching, phrasing, and EQing.

Master Your Equipment: Whether you use turntables, CDJs, or DJ software, become proficient in your chosen equipment. Learn the ins and outs of your gear to maximize its potential.

Music Library: Build a diverse and well-organized music library. Know your tracks well, so you can quickly find and play the right song at the right time.

Mixing Techniques: Develop skills in different mixing techniques such as blending, cutting, scratching, and using effects.

3. Mixing Different Genres

Understand Genre Characteristics: Learn the defining features of different genres, including tempo, rhythm, structure, and energy levels.

Create Smooth Transitions: When mixing genres, aim for smooth transitions. Use techniques like key matching, beatmatching, and EQ adjustments to blend tracks seamlessly.

Experiment with Mashups: Create mashups by layering vocals from one genre over the instrumental of another. This can create unique and exciting blends.

Use Effects and Loops: Incorporate effects, loops, and samples to enhance your mixes and make transitions more interesting.

Read the Crowd: Pay attention to the audience’s reactions and be ready to switch genres to maintain energy and engagement.

4. Building Your Brand

Develop a Unique Style: Find your unique sound and style. This will help you stand out and attract a dedicated audience.

Create a Brand Identity: Design a logo, choose a stage name, and develop a consistent visual identity for your social media and promotional materials.

Promote Yourself: Use social media platforms, create mixes and upload them to sites like SoundCloud and Mixcloud, and engage with your audience online.

Perform Live: Gain experience by performing at local clubs, bars, and events. Live performances help you build a following and improve your skills in front of an audience.

Resources and Tools

DJ Courses: Websites like DJ TechTools, Point Blank Music School, and Digital DJ Tips offer comprehensive courses for aspiring DJs.

Books: "How to DJ Right: The Art and Science of Playing Records" by Frank Broughton and Bill Brewster, and "Last Night a DJ Saved My Life" by Bill Brewster and Frank Broughton.

Software: Popular DJ software includes Serato DJ, Traktor Pro, and Rekordbox.

Hardware: Familiarize yourself with different DJ controllers, mixers, and turntables. Brands like Pioneer DJ, Numark, and Denon DJ are well-regarded.

By combining technical skills, continuous learning, networking, and a strong work ethic, you can become a successful DJ capable of mixing different genres and captivating diverse audiences.

[adultswim2021]

Tim and Eric Awesome Show, Great Job #37: “Brothers Cinco” | April 6, 2009 - 12:30AM | S04E09

Tim and Eric’s “Chalet 2000”. Their “Ronny Horror Picture Show”. Their “Went With the Wind” (syndicated half-hour version only). Uh, their, uh actually SCTV has a few and I don’t wanna pick one. Anyway, I got some ’rrhea and spent about 40 minutes shidding before getting around to this write-up so hopefully losing all of my precious brown fluids doesn't give me brain fog. I hope I don’t have to do any more big brown squirts. 

This is a fairly special one. This is the first (and only?) episode to be just one single story. The Anniversary episode from season one and the Tairy Greene Machine episode from season five are the next closest ones I can think of, but they still contain sketches that you could enjoy without the context of the wraparound. This more-or-less feels like a pilot for Tim and Eric Bedtime Stories. It’s also a cinematic widescreen episode, but it’s only available in 4:3, letterboxed. 

The episode is about the titular Cinco brothers, played by Tim & Eric. These are the men behind Cinco, the company what makes all the funny stuff we’ve seen throughout the series. They’ve made quite a splash in the business world. Even Tom Leykis respects them. Tom Leykis is the radio DJ in the episode. He’s sorta famous for being a shock jock. He’s more-or-less a liberal but he also likes being a rude sexist. He is my hero. Anyway: the story is pretty simple: Cinco Bro Eric (I forget their fictional first names, so I’m just gonna call them Tim & Eric) is accused of murdering his own wife. Tim has big plans to use their new Cinco E-Trial software that proclaims to offer a legally binding trial through the magic of CD-ROM. 

The trial, of course, yields a guilty verdict, because Eric IS guilty. A bunch of cops bust through the Cinco Bros’ door and arrest him on the spot. In prison, Tim confesses to Eric that he set him up to fail. He overheard him plotting with his wife. Their plan? Eric tells his wife that he’s going to kill her, and while his brother is stricken with grief Eric will steal the company from him. His wife is completely nonplussed by this and agrees that it “sounds great, babe”, evilly laughing along with her husband.

This is such an aggressively stupid joke that I love it. Like, the idea of Eric killing his wife and her just going along with it is funny, and it’s at least a little satirical. The episode is meant to be, at least in part, a satire of movies about powerful/toxic men where women are disposable. Here they are so disposable, they just allow their husbands to kill them just to be supportive of their fella. But also; the non-specificness of how Eric will steal the company. They could've written it in a way that the plan at least makes sense and retain the satire, but they don't. Tim and Eric is truly comedy jazz, as it's about the jokes they don't play.

There is a sequence in this where the Cinco Boys are out partying at various stripper/drug-doing clubs, and Eric starts getting despondent, and as he spirals he just starts babbling about how he killed his wife. He and Tim happen to have a prostitute with them, and they unceremoniously murder her and then brashly yuck it up in a diner about how much of her blood is still on them. The diner scene is wonderful, their acting is weird and sorta good. They strike an impressive balance between being believable and absolutely not believable. It’s an uncanniness that most people can’t hang with. I think this is an essential component to being a Tim and Eric liker. 

Anyway, the party scene preceding the diner scene seems like it’s a first draft for the Billion Dollar Movie sequence, which is much funnier. I guess you can’t do a dick piercing on the Cartoon Network.

Keep an eye out for some Tim & Eric cameos in avatar form. When Eric picks his virtual jury, you’ll spot some regular faces. A nice nod to the fans (me!). Also, because this is the paragraph where I just say random things about the episode that don’t have to do with the story: the house Tim and Eric are in (with the car-themed loveseat) is a regular location used by David DeCoteau, one of the most prolific schlock makers out there. He went from making X-rated movies in the 80s (BOTH kinds, hubba hubba!) to sleazy “USA Up All Night” fare to now, where he trades off making not-even-softcore movies where beautiful young men wrestle around shirtless and children’s movies where the plot is an animal can talk and it’s voiced by Eric Roberts, who sounds like he’s recording his lines on his iPhone. Some friends and I spotted this room in A Talking Cat?!? And we struggled to remember where we saw it first. It was this! 

Anyway, I love this episode and think it’s great, even though Tim is doing a SICKENING anti-semitic character with a big prosthetic nose. HBO I implore you, pull this episode NOW. Jews are under attack now more than ever.  

MAIL BAG 

In reference to shake like me: WHEN DO THE SIMPSONS COME ON???

They're on right now. They're probably on the freakin' M*A*S*H Channel

touching tribute to the obviously racist episode shake like me

I swear to god, I meant to expound on the idea that in 2009 television writers (in mostly/all-white writers rooms) thought racism was officially solved because America got directed by Obama (who I guess died earlier today) for a couple seasons and went on rehashing actual racist jokes thinking they could now be passed off as absurdism. I'm not saying this as a defense, I just remember being a white dude and basically believing that same thing. It's the same reasons jokes about limousines were also suddenly okay.

Watching all these shitty Season 4 episodes really makes me appreciate stuff like Gravy Robbers again.

I genuinely think season four is at least as good as season two OKAY?? FUCK to you, pal

I usually put the EPHEMERA CORNER above the mail bag, but sometimes it accidentally causes stuff to get deleted, so I am putting it here:

EPHEMERA CORNER

POSSIBLE EPILEPSY WARNING?? MAYBE???

[btmzozzle]

The fastest way I've found to build up a music library especially if you're coming off the conveniences of music streaming and also don't care about doing a piracy is a qobuz subscription and qobuz-dl... Because it will just straight up download the FLAC file from their servers. I have a cron job to run the python script every 24 hours to just download everything from a playlist. You will need to know, how to operate a basic command line interface and how to fix the 500 song playlist limit or just make a new playlist and add a new line to your auto downloading script after 500 songs but you can also just download whole albums. Whole discographies up to 192khz 24bit FLAC or down to 320kbps mp3. Qobuz itself is kinda the least bullshit music streaming service, cuz you get one algorithmic playlist based on what you listen to, its called "my weekly Q" and it only updates every Friday, it's 30 songs long and it can kinda sucks tbh., but, no radio, no dj. no thing like that. But that's not the point because you get other seemingly actually curated playlists of specific artists, genres, moods, playlists from specific artists, and music labels. the first thing it shows you when you open the app is what new albums came out, not based on an algorithm or what it thinks you might like but just what came out at that time. i will admit, it does suck sometimes. sometimes music will just disappear from your playlist because of some licensing issue and it will be reuploaded to the service with the exact same name and everything but its technically not the same song as the one on your playlist so youll need to re-add it . and while qobuz is very indie friendly and can have a lot of obscure music, there is still a lot missing. but it what i consider to just be the least bullshit option. the closest to just like... accessing a friends plex/jellyfin server but for music. spotify will tell you what to listen. qobuz makes you find what you wanna listen and also kinda steal some of the music on the low cuz thats kinda how it works for some of the specialty hardware and software that works with it anyways im kinda rambling im not sure im cut out for bolging

I hate when I say things like "oh I want an ipod classic but with bluetooth so I can use wireless headphones" and some peanut comes in and replies with "so a smartphone with spotify?" No. I want a 160GB+ rectangular monstrosity where I can download every version of every song I want to it and it does nothing except play music and I don't need a data connection and don't have to pay a subscription to not have ads and don't have popups suggesting terrible AI playlists all over the menus.

Gimme the clicky wheel and song titles like "My Chemical Romance- The Black Parade- Blood (Bonus Track)- secret track- album rip- high quality"

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Pope Leo XIV

Pope Leo XIV: America’s Accidental Messiah of Rome

Robert Prevost becomes Pope Leo XIV: By Sofia Rodriguez | SpinTaxi Magazine | Religion & Ridicule In a turn of events only slightly less shocking than a Chick-fil-A opening in Vatican City, the conclave of cardinals has elected an American to the papacy—one Robert Francis Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, a former Michigan priest who once managed a parish potluck and now oversees the spiritual fate of 1.3 billion Catholics. The College of Cardinals reportedly went silent for a full two minutes after the final vote, during which one Spanish cardinal whispered, “Did we just vote for the guy who brought taco salad to synod?” This was not the result Europe expected. In fact, the Italian press dubbed it “The Second Great Schism: Midwestern Edition.” “Pope Leo XIV fixed the Vatican printer. I can’t even fix my marriage.” — Wanda Sykes “He blessed my pizza. I thought I was going to hell, now I’m just mildly Catholic.” — Dave Chappelle “This Pope has a playlist. Benedict had a vinyl collection. Francis had humility. Leo has Bon Jovi.” — Ricky Gervais From Bowling Alleys to Basilica Blessings Robert Prevost, formerly of the Augustinian order, became the first pontiff known to have refereed a church league dodgeball tournament. A Michigan native, he once led spiritual retreats that included chili cook-offs and “karaoke rosary nights.” As a bishop, he was known for telling seminarians that “God wants excellence, but he’ll settle for punctuality.” Now he is Pope Leo XIV, a name chosen possibly in homage to either Leo XIII or a tabby cat named Leo who reportedly walked across his Bible during prayer. One Vatican insider whispered to SpinTaxi: “He’s got that energy. That small-town priest who believes a chili dog can be blessed energy.” Vatican Bureaucracy Meets Project Management Software Pope Leo’s first order of business was to replace centuries of dusty canon law documentation with a shared Google Drive. “I like transparency,” he told a stunned group of cardinals. “And color-coded tabs.” He has also implemented Slack channels for theological debates and a “Suggestion Box of the Spirit” posted outside the Sistine Chapel. Anonymous suggestions so far include: “Let priests marry,” “Free gelato Fridays,” and “Please fix the holy toilet in St. Martha’s Guesthouse.” The College of Cardinals is reportedly confused and slightly alarmed by the term “Quarterly KPIs for Faith Engagement.” Conclave Vibes and Lasagna Diplomacy Sources close to the conclave claim that Cardinal Prevost won over undecided voters not with a speech, but with a dish of “Midwestern Mercy Lasagna.” The secret ingredients, said to include crushed Communion wafers and “unspoken trauma,” had the College of Cardinals saying “amen” between bites. The final vote was cast just after a musical interlude featuring the organ version of “Don’t Stop Believin’.” According to a leaked group chat screenshot, Cardinal Dolan texted, “YOLO. I voted Prevost.” After the white smoke rose, an American tourist outside St. Peter’s Square asked, “Did they just pick Father Bob from my uncle’s church in Kalamazoo?” Latin Mass with a Midwestern Accent Pope Leo’s first Mass in Latin reportedly had the unmistakable cadence of someone raised on late-night Cubs games and Lutheran potlucks. One Italian priest said, “It sounded like the Book of Isaiah read by a radio DJ from Toledo.” He ended his inaugural blessing with the phrase, “Peace be with y’all,” before reminding the crowd to recycle their bulletins. Papal Playlist and Vatican Swag The new Pope’s official Spotify playlist, leaked within hours of his election, includes Bon Jovi’s “Livin’ on a Prayer,” a Gregorian remix of “Shallow,” and one unexplainable entry titled “Baptismal Beats Vol. 2.” The Vatican gift shop has already updated its inventory to include bobblehead dolls of Pope Leo holding a coffee mug labeled Bless This Brew, trucker hats reading Pontifex Maximus, Baby!, and hoodie sweatshirts that say Indulgences Ain’t Free. For younger Catholics, he’s reportedly launching a Vatican TikTok series called Confessions & Cappuccinos, where he drinks espresso and discusses venial sins with visiting celebrities. Crocs Now Liturgically Permissible One of Pope Leo’s first decrees was to expand the dress code to allow “liturgically neutral footwear,” which insiders confirm means Crocs are now Vatican-approved—provided they are not the devil’s color (neon green). He also permitted Cardinals to wear Birkenstocks in summer, citing “foot freedom in the light of Christ.” Drive-Thru Confessions and Other Sacramental Upgrades To make the sacraments more accessible, Pope Leo briefly introduced a drive-thru confessional booth near Vatican parking lot B. Unfortunately, it was shut down after a Swiss Guard was rear-ended by a Fiat during an absolution. An Uber driver who mistakenly received absolution reports feeling “lighter, but also deeply confused.” There is also talk of digital indulgences linked to Fitbit achievements. “If you walk 10,000 steps,” explained a bishop, “you might not get into heaven, but you’ll outrun most of purgatory.” Inaugural Address and Pizza Blessings Pope Leo’s first address included a PowerPoint, a three-point sermon, and a short Q&A with high school theology students from Michigan. He opened with: “My fellow Catholics and confused tourists…” He then surprised the crowd by blessing an entire stack of delivery pizzas, shouting “Let this pepperoni be made holy!” A group of visiting nuns fainted from joy. The Miracle of the Jammed Printer One of the more stunning miracles attributed to Pope Leo happened mere hours after his election: he fixed the Vatican’s cursed HP printer. A janitor who witnessed it described the event: “He unplugged it, waited exactly 30 seconds, and plugged it back in. The document printed on the first try. We started weeping.” An immediate petition for canonization was submitted but returned with jammed staples. Cardinals in Crisis: “We Weren’t Ready” The selection of an American pope has left much of the Vatican elite in quiet panic. One anonymous bishop told SpinTaxi, “We were hoping for someone dull, Italian, and hard to pronounce. This guy smiles too much. He says ‘heck’ instead of cursing. He fist-bumped the Swiss Guard.” His open-door policy, combined with daily “Grace and Granola” meetings, has left conservative clergy longing for the days when popes lived behind twelve-foot doors and spoke only in riddles. There is also unease over rumors that Pope Leo plans to rename Vatican departments with “more user-friendly terms.” The Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith might soon become “The Vibe Check Department.” Trumpet Mass and Jazz Eucharist? Vatican musicians were caught off guard when the new pope requested “a little trumpet intro” at the start of Mass. One music director was overheard asking, “Does he think this is The Tonight Show?” During one rehearsal, he suggested adding a jazz interlude between the Gospel and the homily, citing “Holy Spirit improvisation.” A Vatican memo now warns clergy not to “riff over the Nicene Creed.” The Nobel Peace Prize & Golf Cart Petition Within 72 hours of his election, Pope Leo XIV issued a formal request to the Nobel Committee to be considered for a Peace Prize “for vibes alone.” He also submitted a second petition to name a Vatican golf cart “The Grace Chariot.” The Vatican’s internal transport fleet, once dominated by somber black cars, now includes a Popemobile with bumper stickers that read: WWJD? Probably Drive This. Ecumenical Outreach via NBA In a move baffling to international diplomats, the Pope accidentally invited the entire Detroit Pistons to a synod on interfaith dialogue. The Pistons, thinking it was an endorsement opportunity, showed up with branded rosaries and holy sneakers. Upon seeing them, Leo simply nodded and said, “Ball is grace.” A Pistons forward later tweeted, “The Pope blessed my crossover.” Confessional Booths Go Gender-Neutral To accommodate growing calls for inclusivity, Pope Leo announced that all confessionals would now be labeled “All Souls Welcome.” One booth in St. Peter’s now features mood lighting, a beanbag chair, and a sign reading “Your Sin, Your Journey.” Doctrinal Rebranding Campaigns Sources say Leo is overseeing a Vatican rebranding effort that includes modernizing the deadly sins. Sloth may be reclassified as “Radical Self-Care,” and wrath as “Assertive Boundary Setting.” In addition, the Vatican is reportedly piloting a mobile app called SinCheck, where users can track transgressions and receive push notifications for penance. Unexpected Quote From the Throne During an off-the-cuff homily, Pope Leo XIV explained his philosophy of leadership as follows: “I’m not here to make rules. I’m here to make holy vibes. And maybe lasagna.” This quote has already been inscribed on limited-edition Vatican mugs. Papal Paparazzi Incident In a highly unusual moment, Pope Leo was spotted photobombing a group of nuns visiting from Argentina. When asked why, he said, “They looked like they were having more fun than me. That’s unacceptable.” Apostolic Humor Initiative Pope Leo announced the formation of a new office: The Dicastery for Divine Comedy, tasked with increasing joy in the Church and managing all Vatican memes. The first task: updating the Catechism with emojis. What the Funny People Are Saying “The drive-thru confessional is genius. I got forgiveness and fries in 6 minutes.” — Ali Wong “His crocs are white. Symbolic, I guess, of clean feet and fashion sin.” — Trevor Noah “This is the Pope America deserves. He probably owns a smoker and uses it during Lent.” — Ron White “He’s not infallible. He’s just infallibly polite.” — Jerry Seinfeld “I’d convert just to get access to that hoodie.” — Kevin Hart “Confessions & Cappuccinos? Jesus is back and serving espresso.” — Sarah Silverman “I feel forgiven just watching his TikToks. He vibes the sin away.” — Tig Notaro Final Benediction Whether or not the world was ready for Pope Leo XIV, the conclave has spoken. He has already made it clear that his papacy will be marked by openness, humor, and a Midwestern sense of earnest chaos. As one Vatican observer put it: “He might not save Catholicism, but he’s sure gonna try—and he’s bringing potluck.” Let us all bow our heads, put on our Vatican Crocs, and say in unison: Bless this mess.

Robert Prevost becomes Pope Leo XIV:

From Michigan to the Vatican: Catholics worldwide were stunned to learn the new Pope once ran a bowling league in suburban Detroit. Now he’s rolling strikes in the Holy See. Latin with a Midwest Accent: Vatican officials are still adjusting to phrases like “Et cum spiritu tuo, buddy.” Conclave Confusion: The vote was allegedly swayed by Prevost’s homemade casserole, dubbed Lasagna of the Lord. Papal Conclave Leak: Sources say Cardinal Dolan shouted “Go Lions!” just before white smoke appeared. Name Game: Choosing “Leo” may have been a subtle tribute to his childhood cat, who once knocked over a statue of St. Francis. Bureaucracy Beware: Known for streamlining church procedures, Pope Leo XIV has already installed a suggestion box next to Michelangelo’s Pietà. American Hustle: His first papal decree reportedly asks bishops to “circle back by end of quarter.” TikTok Theology: Pope Leo is rumored to be launching a new Vatican content strategy: “Confessions & Cappuccinos.” Basilica Dress Code Relaxed: For the first time ever, Crocs are now “liturgically permissible in Vatican City.” Jesuit Group Chat Chaos: Upon his election, the group text among cardinals simply read: “Wait, the American?!?” Blessings on Budget: To appeal to Gen Z, he offered a “Buy One Indulgence, Get One Free” flash sale. Francis’ Retirement Gift: Pope Emeritus reportedly gave Leo a Pope hat labeled “#2.” Vatican Merchandise Update: The gift shop now carries bobbleheads that nod in rhythm with Gregorian chants. Confession Modernized: A new drive-thru confessional was tested but discontinued after a priest got rear-ended during a Hail Mary. Papal Playlist Leaked: It includes Bon Jovi’s “Livin’ on a Prayer” and Gregorian trap remixes. Tourism Spike: Americans are flocking to Rome in hopes of seeing their hometown Pope do the Macarena at Easter Mass. First Miracle: He reportedly fixed the Vatican printer on the first try—a feat not achieved since 1972. Holy Swag: The new papal ring includes a QR code that links to his Substack newsletter, “Grace Notes.” Ecumenical Outreach: He accidentally invited the entire Detroit Pistons roster to a synod. Doctrinal Reforms Pending: Insiders say he’s reviewing the “seven deadly sins” for relevancy, starting with renaming Sloth to “Mindful Rest.” Inaugural Address: He opened with, “My fellow Catholics and confused tourists…” Conclave Playlist Controversy: The cardinals were divided between organ music and Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believin’” during the vote count.

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