Engaged Reading Time - Issue #70

Apr 2, 2020 — 1 min read

I survived day 9 of home schooling. One day to go, before the Easter holidays.

Wish me luck.

Breaking down a very old idea that remains true to this day.

I found a lot of solace in this one.

Dax was one of YouTube's first stars, but 13 years later, few people remember his name. Can a vlogging legend seize glory again?

Probably not — but this is a sobering reminder of how YouTube/Influencer fame is fragile, and doesn't leave many alternative options.

An online acquaintance from my favourite virtual hangout — micro.blog — produces this podcast of short pieces performed on her harp.

It's a perfect listen at the end of an anxious day.

Three more reads for your evening pleasure.

Three links about worries, the climate and the ultimate ghosting.

Why distraction is the enemy of creativity, wild camping is more attractive than you think, and how a lonely death might not be what it seems.

It’s back! After a three month hiatus, and a move away from the now-defunct newsletter platform Revue, ERT is back in your in-boxes.

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