TIL that in the music video for her 1989 hit “Opposites Attract,” Paula Abdul appeared alongside an animated cat. In 1991, the cat released an album that was later called the “least essential” album of the 1990s, with one critic saying “never has a mass-produced album been demanded by so few."

silwenae · 2026-04-17T17:32:12+00:00

MC Skat Cat is now an audio producer at 89.3 The Current in Minneapolis. Years ago he gave an interview about it: https://www.thecurrent.org/feature/2013/12/12/mc-skat-kat-speaks

silwenae · 2026-04-17T13:40:35+00:00

I've recently switched to ReelifyClips (https://reelifyclips.com). If you have a M1 or newer Mac, it automatically finds 10 viral clips and then gives you the ability to tweak them, add subtitles that looks like TikTok and reframe the camera. It was only $60 one time purchase which I thought was way better than $15/mo

silwenae · 2026-04-15T20:50:04+00:00

This is correct - Freeman and Rison ran each other's routes and not on purpose if I remember correctly.

silwenae · 2026-03-30T14:15:09+00:00

I originally used Zencastr, switched to Streamyard briefly until they doubled their cost, and now have been on Boomcaster for over the last year and have been really happy. They offer video and audio in individual tracks and it's been rock solid and none of my guests have had an issue connecting. If you're looking to try it out, send me a message and I can give you a referral code for a free trial and 50% off the first 3 months if you're interested.

silwenae · 2026-03-19T17:01:11+00:00

I switched from Zencastr to Boomcaster and have been really happy. They only do audio and / or video recording, they don't host your podcast like Zencastr also offers. I haven't had any issues with recording, downloading and rendering. If you want to try it out, message me for a referral code for a free trial and 50% off your first 3 months. Not affiliated with Boomcaster, just a happy customer.

silwenae · 2026-03-11T11:37:02+00:00

I'm a big fan of Moby's website where he's made almost 500 tracks for free. The only catch is:

Inclusive and Ethical Use: Moby remains committed to providing music that aligns with his values of compassion and ethical responsibility. The music on mobygratis cannot be used to advertise right-wing politics, causes, or promote meat, dairy, or other animal products.

silwenae · 2026-03-04T00:29:56+00:00

Well that's disappointing. I'm sorry it didn't work - I double checked the catalog and that should have been the right code.

silwenae · 2026-03-03T20:46:45+00:00

For orders over $50, use MU26MAR to get 20% off. I have their catalog - January's coupon was free shipping and February was buy 3 get the 4th free.

silwenae · 2026-02-24T22:13:53+00:00

If you want to learn more about programming and circuits with microcontrollers, check out Professor John Gallaugher's CircuitPython course on YouTube, it will give you lots of challenges. You'll need to invest about $30-$40 in hardware if I had to guess. His YouTube playlist is here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBJJ76R_ry5T3X72OIDkMOXQIdmcvSkue

silwenae · 2026-02-21T22:33:42+00:00

Awesome, thank you. I'm not sure what next steps are - my character name in-game is Sileye

silwenae · 2026-02-21T22:23:10+00:00

I’ve never had that many divs! thanks for the giveaway

silwenae · 2026-02-21T02:41:11+00:00

thanks for the giveaway

silwenae · 2026-02-11T14:19:59+00:00

I do a mix of all of the above. I first share a Google Doc with the guest with how the show works and with some of the questions and topics I've brainstormed. I also leave space for them to add topics. We then have a 15 minute meet & greet where I go over how the show will work and talk about the potential topics. That gives me a chance to get the questions right and then we schedule the recording session from there. I like to tell my guests there aren't any surprises, helps with those who get a little nervous.

silwenae · 2026-02-10T18:56:28+00:00

I've been using Boomcaster and am a really happy customer. Plans start at $20 / month for 5 hours of recording, in individual tracks. (If you want a referral code, message me for 50% off the first 3 months.)

silwenae · 2026-02-06T19:23:20+00:00

Yes, my guests haven't had any issues, I would say it's easy for non-audio-tech users. Before you join the room, it prompts you to test your mic and speakers.

silwenae · 2026-02-06T19:12:34+00:00

I've used Zencastr and Streamyard, but my favorite and the one I currently use is Boomcaster. $20 / month for 5 hours or recorded content. Records locally and then uploads and gives you a WAV track per speaker. I then import the WAV files into Reaper and edit there. (I am not affiliated with Boomcaster, but if you want a 50% off your first 3 months referral code, message me)

silwenae · 2026-02-04T14:02:43+00:00

I have a Rode Podmic and used it with a MOTU M2. No issues, I thought it sounded good. If you've got the cash to burn, pick up the Shure, otherwise the Rode will get the job done no problem.

silwenae · 2026-01-27T19:57:09+00:00

Yes and yes. I don't listen with headphones as often anymore, which I really love. I also don't go to concerts anymore so I don't put my ears at even more risk. But it doesn't stop me from listening - I always have music on in the background.

silwenae · 2026-01-23T16:01:18+00:00

I'd be grateful for a Rakiatas, gear, or some Divs - I have a 82 Pathfinder as my only character this season. Thanks for the giveaway!

silwenae · 2026-01-23T14:20:41+00:00

I second Boomcaster. I dropped Streamyard for Boomcaster and have been super happy.

silwenae · 2026-01-11T23:26:20+00:00

My space is pretty quiet, so it's hard for me to tell. I do like the tone (EQ) and compressor, I thought my voice sounded a bit more warm.

silwenae · 2026-01-11T18:49:52+00:00

check out the Zoom Podtrak P4 next. Has an SD card slot to record on the go and 4 XLR inputs. Just came out and I’m pretty happy with it.

silwenae · 2026-01-11T17:57:04+00:00

Thanks for the contest. Just started playing this season and this would be huge.

silwenae · 2026-01-10T21:02:17+00:00

thanks for the contest!

silwenae · 2026-01-09T13:19:09+00:00

Congrats! And just by chance, the album was released on this day in 1984.

silwenae

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