Good Noticings

Noticing Taylor Swift’s New Album, Bari Weiss’s New Role, and Golf

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Oct 8, 2025
This week dove into the swirling buzz around Taylor Swift's latest album, dissecting critics' reactions and its themes. The conversation shifted to Bari Weiss's impactful new role at CBS News, emphasizing her influence in media. A playful debate arose over GQ's rules for modern gentlemen, with hosts agreeing and contradicting on etiquette. The Ryder Cup's controversies brought passion and frustration, especially regarding Rory McIlroy's treatment. Overall, a lively mix of pop culture, media discussions, and societal norms!
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ANECDOTE

Tzatziki Egg Salad Experiment

  • Claire Parker invented egg salad made with tzatziki and found it a tasty shortcut to traditional mayo-based versions.
  • She links it to Turkish eggs and Greek-yogurt substitutions as familiar precedents.
INSIGHT

Ryder Cup Changes Crowd Dynamics

  • The Ryder Cup format turns golf into team-based competition which fuels more raucous, sports-style crowd behavior.
  • That structural shift explains why traditionally polite golf crowds acted aggressively at this event.
INSIGHT

Weiss Role Signals Media Realignment

  • Bari Weiss's appointment at CBS News signals an ideological tilt tied to new ownership and political influence.
  • Hosts warn her Free Press background and billionaire backers may reshape legacy news into partisan terrain.
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