The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source

Starbucks DVD peddlers (Friends)

Sep 6, 2024

Emily Freeman, a tech influencer and co-founder of an influencer marketing agency, shares her compelling burnout story and her work in elevating tech-focused influencers. The conversation takes quirky turns with discussions on area code turf wars, the charm of buying used DVDs at Starbucks, and hilarious critiques of bad movie reboots. They also dive into the evolution of digital connections, the significance of authenticity in influencer culture, and the challenges of navigating career changes for well-being, all infused with humor and nostalgia.

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Florida Layover

Emily Freeman has a 727 area code, a remnant from her Florida years.
People often comment on it, prompting her to share stories about that time.

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Reboot Resentment

Jerod Santo dislikes reboots on principle, feeling they tarnish cherished childhood movies.
He cites Beetlejuice 2 as an example, refusing to see it out of principle.

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DVD Peddling

Justin Garrison buys used DVDs for $1-2, often meeting sellers at Starbucks.
He then adds them to his Plex library, prioritizing content ownership over streaming.

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The Lost World

Michael Crichton

The Lost World, written by Michael Crichton, is a sequel to his 1990 novel 'Jurassic Park'. The story takes place six years after the events of the first book and follows mathematician Ian Malcolm, who survived the disaster at Jurassic Park, as he joins a scientific research team to explore a second island, Isla Sorna, where John Hammond's company InGen had bred dinosaurs. The team, including paleontologist Richard Levine, ethologist Sarah Harding, and two stowaway children, must navigate the dangers of the island, including the dinosaurs and rival scientists who are trying to steal the dinosaur eggs. The novel explores themes of science, technology, and the unpredictable nature of life[2][5].

Jurassic Park

Michael Crichton

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The Andromeda Strain

Michael Crichton

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Dune

Frank Herbert

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