If you’re one of my nine regular readers, you know that I recently launched a podcast with some ofmyfriends, which is now listed in iTunes [link].
We’re Internet Gods now. Kiss my ring. That’s it. Now go away; you sicken me.
That’s super cool and all, but now my site’s feed is acting weird. Specifically, I’m using the PodPress plugin to feed iTunes all the data it wants. It works well, but now my site’s feed is named “Sci-Fi Cast.” Attempts to change it to “Kaylow” also re-name the podcast.
You see my dilema.
Apparently, PodPress works best if the podcast & site are one in the same. I figure I’ve got two options
Find a new way to send the podcast to iTunes, all relevant data intact
Buy a domain for the show and simply list each episode’s name and description, Talkshow-style.
I was raised to believe that there are two types of people in the world: The “Haves” and the “Have Nots.” These groups are distinct and separate, and not meant to mingle.
We were Have Nots.
Over the years, my definition of the Haves has changed. As a child, the Haves were the people with big houses, big cars and big wallets. The lived a life unlike mine, and certainly weren’t interested in the likes of me.
Today, I still carry a variation of that notion around. I perceive the people who have more than I do, be it a better job, social standing, reputation, talent or skills, as being above my company. So, I don’t pester them with my inane interactions.
Until recently.
Over the past several weeks, I’ve made a concerted effort to overcome this hurdle. “He’s just a human being like you,” I’d tell myself. “She’s just a human being like you.” I approached the Haves. I talked to them.
They talked back.
Encouraged, I took a very bold step. I asked for something from the Haves. Something that I wanted. I’m sure you see where this is going.
I received it. In fact, I got more than I asked for. Stunned, I told my wife. I wrote a blog post about it (hint: You’re reading it). This is probably common sense to you, but it’s a breakthrough for me:
If you ask people for things, and you do so from a good place in your heart, you’ll receive it. You may even receive more.
The point of this post is that we can overcome our prejudices, hang-ups and preconceived notions of our role in the world. It’s a great effort but possible.
Try it. Tell yourself, “I’m just going to do this,” then do it. It won’t be easy, but I’ve learned that people … all of us … are basically good. People want to help each other; they want to see one another do well.
Just yesterday I posted my professional goals for the week. Credit good karma, motivation or that giant bag of crystal meth I smoked this morning, but I’m beating this sucker up like Iron Mike Tyson. Here’s an update
Plus, I got five posts up at TUAW today. Sweet Mother of Mary, I’m on fire. Here’s to organization, discipline (turn Twitter OFF once in a while) and the motivation offered by a monthly mortgage.
Due to irritating circumstances (read: I don’t know how to use a calendar), I can’t attend this week’s meetup. I’d really rather not miss out, so I’m going to be selfish and reschedule.
Let’s set a new date of Friday, May 16th (I’ve got Mother’s Day and my wife’s birthday next weekend. I should probably be around for those). Sorry for the inconvenience, all. I’ll update the wiki.
It had to happen eventually. Here’s a screenshot of YouTube’s front page, taken on April 29, ’08. Nine of the twelve videos feature boobs.
Just a couple of years ago, YouTube was one of my favorite features of the internet. Today, it has succumbed to the lowest common denominator. Once that happens, it’s very hard to turn it around.
Apple has added BBC America to the iTunes Store today [link], which means I can now see Torchwood! Finally, no more pangs of jealousy as my British Twitter friends mention how good it is.
