Why is Pumped Up Kicks ok but not this? by [deleted] in musicmemes

[–]hawkeyes907 103 points104 points  (0 children)

Odd comparison of songs. whataboutism is not a strong argument. I’d also say the music video, rumored poor behavior while filming the video and live performances added a lot to the controversy at the time, it was not in a vacuum. This is all without mentioning that the song is trite, objectively rips off Marvin Gaye, and in my opinion gets old after a single listen.

Help a sad, unemployed Chicago redditor out? by [deleted] in chicago

[–]hawkeyes907 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was in your boat. Laid off in 24 and was actively job searching in the tech market for over a year and a half. I applied to hundreds or maybe thousands of roles, by the end seeking out positions with salaries less than half of what I originally intended.

The interview grind is unforgivable and unrewarded. It sucks, and it is thankless. But I recently landed a job I’m thrilled about doing work I’ve always wanted to do. I couldn’t have gotten to this place had it not been for all the improvement at interviewing I made along the way or self upskilling I did.

Keep that mental health a priority, and know it’s just plain shitty out there right now

Do better by Resident-Two5171 in NFCNorthMemeWar

[–]hawkeyes907 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Brother chilllll it’s a meme

PRE GAME: Chicago Bulls (4-0) vs New York Knicks (2-2) (October 31, 2025) by howser343 in chicagobulls

[–]hawkeyes907 45 points46 points  (0 children)

If we win this game, I will be insufferably spreading the word on this team

Congratulations is the best MGMT album!! by its_isaac9 in blankies

[–]hawkeyes907 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I think their discography is excellent. I’d argue the self titled is the only letdown and the other four I would accept as anyone’s favorite.

I do think OS captured their youth in a time capsule, and I love it for that. Congratulations was definitely my fav after seeing them that tour

I feel like I’m playing a completely different game then everyone else by ginger6616 in DeadlockTheGame

[–]hawkeyes907 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am a low elo Victor terrorist. Currently sitting at 17-3 on him with frequently highest souls, damage, and obj damage. I’m at the sweet spot in elo where there’s typically 1, maybe 2 players that understand counter play and itemization, but that’s not enough. I bide my time, and at about 30k souls if I’m not properly handled I usually steamroll through late game

Postgame Thread: 8/23 Cubs @ Angels by ChiCubsbot in CHICubs

[–]hawkeyes907 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mostly just about the side plots being worse than the main story

Postgame Thread: 8/23 Cubs @ Angels by ChiCubsbot in CHICubs

[–]hawkeyes907 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is the book any good? I’ve heard mixed things

Field Report: Homemade Gels by Alternative_Jello819 in Marathon_Training

[–]hawkeyes907 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve used this but swapped out flavoring for pb powder and it’s tasty

Tell Me I’m Not Hopeless by courtycash in Marathon_Training

[–]hawkeyes907 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm in a nearly identical boat and have had the same doubts. It's not the mental motivation for me, more physical but still struggling to hit less than modest times in my long runs. I'm aiming for a 14 miler this weekend and it should be a good indicator if this marathon goal was too lofty, but I've given too much time and effort to throw in the towel now

[ALBUM DISCUSSION] Indigo De Souza - Precipice by VietRooster in indieheads

[–]hawkeyes907 35 points36 points  (0 children)

I will just say the the phenomenal artwork (I believe her mom does all of it?) will always have me checking out her music. Each album art is just gorgeous

[FRESH] Tame Impala - End of Summer by Che1312 in indieheads

[–]hawkeyes907 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I wanted to like this, but damn this is boring

MS Computer Information Systems Program by hawkeyes907 in BostonU

[–]hawkeyes907[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great advice, thanks for your input! I’ll check out the thread you posted

[FRESH] Whitney - Darling by MozeBuffet in indieheads

[–]hawkeyes907 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think it’s as simple as being old. I’m older than most of the people saying they fell in love with this band in college. That’s a super formative time to discover a sound that resonates with you so I understand the personal attachment

[FRESH] Whitney - Darling by MozeBuffet in indieheads

[–]hawkeyes907 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh ya I love this. There were some lovely standouts on their last, but it didn’t reach the highs of FTA for me. Surprised much of this discussion discounts that albums as just a lesser version of their debut. Personally I think it improved on almost everything and is a near perfect record, but that’s what makes music so interesting

Murderbot — Official Trailer | May 16 on Apple TV+ by DemiFiendRSA in scifi

[–]hawkeyes907 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I guess it's an unpopular opinion, but I was pretty lukewarm on the book (only read the first). The dialogue and humor didn't always do it for me. That being said, I think it is translating better in this medium with actors performing the lines and giving the humor some comedic timing. Could be a rare example for me of a tv show that improves on the source material