And where would a soul session be without the right Rev Al Green?
https://youtu.be/K9YIq0oNiSM
[#]soul #music #algreen
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And now...Howard Melvin and the Blue Notes, featuring the incredible Teddy Pendergrass..
https://youtu.be/nbaSh8i5eyE
[#]soul #music #teddypendergrass #howardmelvinandthebluenotes
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I'm just in a soul mood tonight....
https://youtu.be/qj6pjuSqtK0
[#]soul #samanddave #music
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The Best of Sam Cooke is one of the most important albums I've ever listened to. It's practically sacred with me.
https://youtu.be/QZT-eU4pizI
[#]soul #samcooke #music
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@Mer__edith@mastodon.world Is Signal on top of this?
RE: https://mstdn.social/users/stux/statuses/113925485213663455
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Patricia Morrison is my religion.
https://youtu.be/q-RVJyNpfDk
[#]music #goth #sistersofmercy
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So, I run Pop!_OS #Linux with the Cinnamon desktop environment (it came with the default Gnome). I'm tempted to give KDE Plasma a try. The question is: Is having three desktop environments going to cause some funk with the OS?
[#]LinuxQuestions #LinuxNoob #PopOS #poposlinux
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"These pricy deals don't teach us
Your freedom doesn't reach us
Enlightenment escapes us
Awareness doesn't shape us
How can all this trivia
Take us to the goal you reached?
We came here to be like you
And find the world you preached!"
https://youtu.be/vCBm6XG1oT8
[#]music #TheWho #rockopera #tommy #musicals
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Songs I don't interrupt once they've started # eleventy-whatever...
Going to California by Led Zeppelin.
[#]music #myjam
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I was about to go to bed when this one comes up on my playlist.
https://youtu.be/DgaEd5hIxzI
There are certain songs I don't interrupt once they start. This is definitely one. That's a rule.
[#]music #LoreenaMcKennitt #tennyson
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For those migrating to the #fediverse from #Facebook, the experience can be a bit overwhelming.
Choosing an instance/server can be daunting, not to mention trying to match basic need with feature set. One thing I can recommend when inviting folks to the fedi is to gently get across that it's not exactly what they're used to. They have to be a bit more hands-on, since there is, for the most part, no algorithm.
From working in tech support for about 13 years, I learned that when introducing something new to the user, it's best to take one aspect and focus on teaching that to them. Get them a foundation, help them get comfortable, then move on to the next aspect. Education = empowerment.
Here's a list of the protocols I use/have used and my experience with them. I've done a little footwork, and made a list of servers by protocol for users to peruse. Courtesy of FediDB! I recommend going to each instance's about page and reading up on such info as character limit, location, instance focus, blocklists, and who they federate with.
One thing I can say for sure: My interactions in the fediverse - with a couple of exceptions - have been pleasant and rewarding. Fedi is truly a breath of fresh air when compared to the mainstream platforms.
Mastodon https://fedidb.org/software/mastodon
Of course, the most widely known of the protocols. I've had more experience on it than any other. Mastodon instances usually have a 500 character limit. If one is particularly verbose, it may not be ideal, as you have to create a thread in order to have a longer post. There are other mastodon instances with larger character limits. Again, best to look at an instance's about page to get the lowdown.
Sharkey https://fedidb.org/software/sharkey
Probably my favorite thus far. Sharkey is a fork of the MisKey protocol, and has a rich feature set. It has a selection of reaction emojis, so you can do more than just "like" a post. If you're versed in MFM formatting language, Sharkey also has you covered. Character limits are usually higher. Sharkey.world (the instance I'm on) has a 5000 character limit.
Friendica https://fedidb.org/software/friendica
For a more Facebook-like experience, and a practically unlimited character limit, Friendica offers a bit more familiarity to a fediverse newcomer's experience. It has events, calendars, and you can create groups, though you actually create a new page to act as a group. In all honesty, I find Friendica a bit clunky, but that's just personal opinion.
And that's my offering. I hope this is useful, and as always, if what I presented needs correction anywhere, please feel free to let me know, just be constructive.
[#]Facebook #Mastodon #Sharkey #Friendica
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People are already getting beat down about you-know-what today.
Folks, have a heart. Everybody is painfully aware of the goings-on today. Think before you boost. "Is this helping, or is this me angry-boosting?" (yeah. angry-boosting. i don't even know if that's an actual term)
In the name of the Seven Pillars of Ulluu, please put posts regarding the shite behind a CW. Help out your fellow Fedizens.
Love y'all.
❤️
[#]USpol #mentalhealth
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Kids, shite is going sideways tomorrow. (Right, right. It's been going sideways for a while. but tomorrow....). If you haven't already, consider locking down your comms. I have a short list of secure and non-US solution here, but it's enough to get you started.
Most of our friends and family can't grasp the concept that certain views and conversations surrounding the new administration and their allies could get you put on a list. Yes. That shit has always been possible, but after tomorrow, it's even more possible.
Also, consider this: Conversations about certain aspects of women's healthcare are absolutely going to be scrutinized by the States with insane anti-abortion laws. It is more important than ever that these conversations be held via secure channels, and never on a mainstream platform. The two messaging solutions I have listed offer chat group functionality.
Please, folks.
I nag because I care ❤️❤️❤️
[#]Signal
https://signal.org
[#]simplexchat
https://simplex.chat
European alternatives for digital products
https://european-alternatives.eu
[#]infosec #personalsecurity #datasecurity
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Q1ll_hTmsU
[#]winter #music #vashtibunyan
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Folks, if you're trying to sign up for pixelfed.social, they are experiencing a mass influx of users. You might want to try one of the other pixelfed instances.
https://pixelfed.org/servers
Have patience. @dansup@pixelfed.social is a one man show, and he's working hard to give everyone a good experience.
[#]pixelfed #fediverse #mastodon
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I first discovered Vashti Bunyan back in 2008 when this song was used in a commercial for the Reebok. It was one of those moments where I was "WHO IS THIS?!"
And the ad was pretty cool.
Train Song by Vashti Bunyan
https://youtu.be/hswWRRk4vAo
Reebok Ad
https://youtu.be/3oz7V8-L7R0
[#]music #VashtiBunyan #NFL #Reebok
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Proton Mail, or GOD-MOTHERFUCKING-DAMN IT..!
I have been using Proton's email service for going on a few years. I have a pro account I shell out for every month. I promoted their services when and where I could. I had pretty much settled in with them for the long haul.
Shocking bit of reality for us: There is no such thing as the long haul. Not in tech, anyway.
Proton CEO Andy Yen gets on social Media and touts Trump's pick of Gail Slater to lead the DOJ's anti-trust division. Claims the GOP will be "looking out for the little guy".
Andy? Have you been even paying attention?!
I can almost see one of the Proton staff busting into his office, and channeling their best Chris Farley (RIP), say something like "ANDY! SOME DAYS I WISH YOU'D SHUT YER BIG YAPPER!"
This is a very sensitive political moment we're living in. If you are a service provider, directing any kudos towards a Trump pick is going to see your memberships drop. People will jump off the fucking boat. Number go down, Andy, number go down. Talk about not reading the room.
Welp. I've been following the #Proton hashtag, and the popular stance is it's time to go. Vote with your dollars/feet. Turn on the lights, the party is over. Believe me, I'd rather not move services again. I don't want to go change the email addies on the shitload of accounts I have, but there it is.
It's not easy being a person with principles. For the longest time I made compromises and just went along. I can't do that any more. I'm done giving ground. As soon as I'm financially able, I'll be signing up with one of the other European-based alternatives out there. And if it goes to shit, I'll move again. To the providers out there, you have zero room on this one. This is the age of FAFO, and one ill-considered tweet/post could see your line go down.
[#]ProtonMail #infosec #email #mastodon #fediverse
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Tonight, I offer something wholesome.
From all the way back in 1994, David Letterman's mom at the Winter Olympics in Lillehammer, Norway.
https://youtu.be/oIH7E9n8jGY
[#]wholesomecontent
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RIP, Sam Moore, you legend.
https://youtu.be/qj6pjuSqtK0
[#]music #soul #samanddave
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Not only do my neighbors get to hear this classic, they get to hear me sing it as well! WINNING!
NAAAA NA NA NA NA NAAAA..HEY, JUDE...
https://youtu.be/A_MjCqQoLLA
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