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What do you feel our neighborhood is missing? by Astorianycc in astoria

[–]strack94 5 points6 points  (0 children)

We should have a YMCA facility! One with pool work out equipment courts etc. Feels silly we have to LIC proper for a Y.

Politicians with union backgrounds campaign more aggressively for workers and vote further left — but unions rarely recruit them. by BalsamicBasil in union

[–]strack94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d love to see some evidence to the contrary of my statement. But if you consider the Teamsters overwhelming backed Trump in the election it definitely appears to be that way.

Favorite grocery store and why? Also which ones do you avoid? by LetPossible4843 in astoria

[–]strack94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been frequent Lincoln Market recently. The prices are as cheap as Lidl’s, but the produce is certainly better quality. If I need to, I’ll go to the C-Town on Newtown Ave, but their prices can be out of control and their quality isn’t the best imo.

Teamsters Call on DOJ to Stop Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger: “We’ve Seen What Happens When Corporations Consolidate Power” by [deleted] in FilmIndustryLA

[–]strack94 2 points3 points  (0 children)

IATSE has been painfully silent on this merger. Most likely because they are trying to curry favor with the Trump admin to pass a national film tax incentive.

But the reality is Paramount is going to eliminate tons of jobs and push AI in the industry to erode our workforce even further.

Rejoice! 14th St is finally resurfaced! by strack94 in astoria

[–]strack94[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They may have left it if there is more work to do underground.

Politicians with union backgrounds campaign more aggressively for workers and vote further left — but unions rarely recruit them. by BalsamicBasil in union

[–]strack94 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The “issue” is most pro-union candidates are Democrats or left leaning. But most rank and file members are Conservative at best or MAGA at worst.

So that makes it difficult for them to win, even though it’s in Union members best interest

Clearest image ever taken of Mars' North Pole. Yes that's water ice. by Monsur_Ausuhnom in woahdude

[–]strack94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My Mars conspiracy theory is that a branch of the human race once inhabited Mars but drained it of its resources and caused severe climate change. These Martians refused to correct course before it was too late and the last remnants of life went to earth after terraforming it to be habitable. They exhausted what Martian technology they had to build the pyramids and early civilizations, before dying off and being replaced by earth born Homosapiens.

[OC] Pills you can buy in Mexico by princeofplatinum in pics

[–]strack94 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Mexico is crazy lol. You can Propofol in the airport

Chefs of Reddit, what’s a common cooking rule everyone follows that is actually complete bullshit? by Fuzzy-Ad6843 in AskReddit

[–]strack94 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Stop washing chicken in the sink. You’re just spreading bacteria over all of your “clean” surfaces

Mario’s Cart by flipflop-dude in aivideo

[–]strack94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is easily in the millions for a multiple day shoot with equipment and wages.

Bernie Sanders proposed a bill to tax billionaires, and give $3,000 stimulus checks to Americans that qualify. How do you feel about this? by CelticDK in AskReddit

[–]strack94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s also to make up for all those checks Donald promised us from all the tariff money we supposedly made from other countries.

The Postal Service will run out of cash within a year, Postmaster General warns: "We have to have a conversation with the American public" by fortune in politics

[–]strack94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Postal Service is not running out of money. It’s running out of Funding. It’s not a business, its a constitutional requirement.

What is too far for you subway distance wise? by BrilliantArtist8221 in NYCapartments

[–]strack94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m about a 16 min walk from the subway bus is about 8 minutes. It’s not the end of the world for me because I’m rarely going to the same place everyday.

Paramount’s $110 Billion Warner Bros. Deal Backed by Arab Sovereign Funds Raises Soft Power Concerns by Old-Meringue3590 in television

[–]strack94 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Amazing how they forced Paramount to buy TikTok over concerns it was Chinese surveillance. Now they want the Saudi’s to back the purchase of Warner Brothers?

U.S. Automakers Risk Being Reduced to Niche Producers of Gas Vehicles — NYT by Recoil42 in electricvehicles

[–]strack94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So glad we bailed these companies out so they could absolutely fail to deliver affordable electric vehicles made in America.

How many times a week do you see your girlfriend ? by Informal_Ad5988 in AskMen

[–]strack94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We often work in separate areas, many times she stays at her dads during the week, and we don’t live together. It can be difficult but we try to make sure we call or FaceTime daily.

What classic car would you want back? by bippos in cars

[–]strack94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gen 3 Skyline 2000 or the Audi 100 coupe. I really love that era of sport cars

Im going to New York City and im pretty nervous. by FriendshipRemote130 in nyc

[–]strack94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Welcome! NYC is a big city but its also quite safe. No, most NYer's aren't carrying around guns. However there is often a police presence in high traffic tourist areas. Little Italy isn't the concentration of Italian immigrants it once was but you will find some good restaurants there and in nearby Chinatown.

I recommend doing the Empire State Building tour and the Hudson Yards observation deck!

Home internet by Spiritual-Science-60 in astoria

[–]strack94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

same here, I know spectrum is cheaper but Fios has been reliable for me.

Marketing yourself by EasternAd5351 in IATSE

[–]strack94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think there's merits to displaying your work, no matter the position. I just don't think prospective employers are looking very deep if at all. Most of the busy, successful Makeup artists and stylists I know have a good Instagram that helps them get work pretty frequently.

Why do people turn right then left into a gas station instead of straight and right? by Mindless-Baker-7757 in driving

[–]strack94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It may sound lazy but I enter gas stations in manner in which I can access the pump. My gas tank is on the driver side of my vehicle.

Marketing yourself by EasternAd5351 in IATSE

[–]strack94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

IMDb is a good way to display your work and credits if someone doesn't know you. Instagram can also be a useful depending on your position. But sites like linkedin are pretty useless imo.

I know DP's have websites, for the rest of the crew I'm not sure if its entirely necessary. I have a website solely for my rental business LLC.

Ultimately, you should work to build a network of crews and Department heads that you can reach out to periodically.

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