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today I went on to ask for a new job

[eye zen hour 🥶 @eyezenhour]

Mark Zuckerberg stole Facebook from them.

So they sued him for $65 million.

Now they're crypto billionaires.

6 lessons from the wild story of the Winklevoss twins:

[derek guy @dieworkwear]

on the subject of how people dress at the airport, we don't talk enough about Nicolas Cage's insane leather jacket outfits over the years

[Physics In History @PhysInHistory]

"Any fool can know. The point is to understand."

-- A. Einstein (1879 - 1955)

[Nathan Baugh @nathanbaugh27]

Students at NYU asked the creators of South Park the million-dollar question:

“What makes a good story?”

They gave one of the best explanations of story I’ve heard:

“If we can take the beats of your outline, and the words ‘and then’ belong between those beats… you got something pretty boring.

What should happen between every beat you’ve written down is the words ‘therefore’ or ‘but.’”

They go on to say, “That gives you the causation between each beat, and that makes a story.”

Point 1:

There’s an idea in storytelling called ‘Promise, Progress, Payoff.’

Essentially, a story is a neverending cycle of promises that are paid off over the span of the story.

It’s a cycle of expectation and resolution. Cause and effect. Conflict and progress.

Point 2:

A story isn’t a bunch of random events thrown together.

A story is a series of but / because / therefore moments.

A famous example:

• Harry discovers he's a wizard. Because of this, he goes to learn magic at Hogwarts.
• But then he learns Voldemort wants to kill him and rule the world.
• Therefore, he must find a way to defeat him.

Point 3:

‘And’ implies a simple continuation.

‘But / Therefore’ give prior events meaning through causation.

‘But’ implies conflict. ‘Therefore’ implies progress.

I’m reminded of a Hemingway quote:

“Prose is architecture, not interior decoration.”

Great writing is intentional. It doesn’t wander. It builds upon itself.

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I hope you enjoyed that! If so, follow @nathanbaugh27. I study the best storytellers ever and share what I learn.

[Historic Vids @historyinmemes]

Nirvana's Nevermind Photo Shoot: A Defining Moment in Rock and Roll History

The Nevermind photo shoot, conducted in 1991, remains etched in the annals of rock and roll as one of the most iconic sessions of all time. This pivotal moment captured the essence of Nirvana, the renowned grunge rock band, as they embarked on their groundbreaking album, 'Nevermind.' Widely regarded as one of the greatest music albums ever created, 'Nevermind' rose to prominence not only for its remarkable sound but also for its distinctive album art, featuring a captivating image of a naked baby swimming in a pool.

Kirk Weddle, the talented photographer behind the lens, skillfully captured the band members using prop instruments, infusing the shoot with an authentic and vibrant energy. This collection of photographs resonates deeply with fans, providing a genuine glimpse into the personality of Nirvana—an energetic and fun-loving group of musicians. Notably, it reveals a side of Kurt Cobain that the media of the time often overlooked—the joyful and exuberant aspects of his character. Unfortunately, the media fixated on his struggles with heroin addiction and his relationship with Courtney Love, turning them into tabloid obsessions.

While the album art faced criticism from some quarters, with claims of child pornography due to the depiction of a naked child, it also received acclaim for its abstract and thought-provoking message. Cobain, unapologetic in his response to those offended by the cover, once remarked, "If you're offended by this, you must be a closet pedophile." This sharp retort underlined his belief in the power of artistic expression and challenged societal norms.

'Nevermind' went on to become one of the highest-selling music albums of all time, propelled by hits like "Smells Like Teen Spirit" and "Come As You Are." The album exudes a raw punk rock tone, exploring themes of isolation, individuality, struggle, and redemption throughout its tracks. Its enduring impact and resonance solidify its status as an everlasting pillar of musical excellence.

[AK @_akhaliq]

AI is taking over

[Modest Mitkus @ModestMitkus]

I run a $16,000/month digital product business.

I have 0 employees.

Here are 7 tools I use every day:

[Nathan Baugh @nathanbaugh27]

Steve Jobs said:

“The most powerful person in the world is the storyteller.”

Here’s the storytelling framework Jobs used (that you can too):

[Valbob @valbobchansky]

@eddfdz__ Someone’s getting bigger

[Steph Guerrero @steph_guerrero]

My thoughts on what is being branded as the new web360 deal: Artists being able to raise private capital is a great thing. We wouldn't have Bad Bunny today if it wasn't for that angel investor, and if Daniel Allen's model opens the door for more artists to do so, I'm for it!

[Valbob @valbobchansky]

@asleepywoke Familiar view🧐

[Valbob @valbobchansky]

@asleepywoke Nice to see you back home

[quay🕴🏽 @quayyoungg]

This shit deserve a Oscar

[Cymande @CymandeOfficial]

See the teaser clip for our forthcoming documentary film here: https://t.co/jkY4II1fNb

[Valbob @valbobchansky]

@CymandeOfficial Hoping to see you perform in London!

[Valbob @valbobchansky]

NEXT WEDNESDAY - 2ND FEB💣
🆓ENTRY
☠️LETS SINK THIS BOAT🏴‍☠️ @ Tamesis Dock https://t.co/v5iBujIZbw

[Valbob @valbobchansky]

@natemixing Maybe next time g

[Valbob @valbobchansky]

Pre-save my new single with Joey Bedlam "Real Creeper" on Spotify: https://t.co/BFmfqxumGO (powered by @distrokid)

[Valbob @valbobchansky]

@russiarugby Верим

[Cymande @CymandeOfficial]

As a thank you for your continued support even though our touring has been very limited this year, we have reduced the price of all our merch by 20% until the end of the year. https://t.co/XMKUjf8eXU
Wishing you all well and we hope to see you again soon. Cymande.