If I'm not mistaken, this podcast also went all the way through without any Max Headroom moments. Which is great, but also I kinda liked that. Like a DJ. But, cheers to a mostly clean podcast (although being professional and perfect is not the goal nor ever will be).
Well that was terrific! I listened while washing the dishes, something you can’t do while reading on Substack. I forgot to tell you I have gotten into the Pernice Brothers since you did that post and now the Spotify algorithm started suggesting them in my playlists. Mission accomplished! I have listened to some of the new Camera Obscura but I need to listen to the whole album. I guess I am a Swiftie, too but just the music. The celebrity stuff doesn’t matter to me. Well, fine, maybe I have been listening to a bit of the 1975 after hearing her new album. I will check out Sun June!
My first name is Elizabeth so you can use female pronouns with me. My name has just too many letters to type out when I don't have any patience for a signup process.
It's Portland. Day drinking is just part of the experience (as I've noticed more and more, which brings me great laughter and also joy in that this is clearly my kinda people, living in and for the moment).
The story of my handle, Zig2k143, goes way back! Back in the late 70s and early 80s, I cruised the CB radio waves as Ziggy Stardust, a nod to the legendary David Bowie.
In 1986, I entered the exciting world of BBS (bulletin board systems) and adopted the handle ZiggieStarr. But ZiggieStarr eventually got an upgrade. I added 143, which holds a special meaning – a message of love inspired by a lighthouse in Boston.
Then came 1999, the year of Y2K hysteria. You know, the whole world-ending-on-January-1st-2000 thing? (Thankfully, that never happened!) To mark the occasion, I tacked on the "2k" to my handle – Zig2k143 was born.
Here we are, 25 years later, and I'm still rocking the same handle and email address. It's a testament to the things that stick with you – a love for Bowie, a touch of lighthouse romance, and a little Y2K flair. I know this is a longer story than you might have bargained for, but hey, that's the history of Zig2k143 for ya!
Love it! Is the 143 lighthouse thing a well-known Boston phenomenon? I ask because I saw a girl in Portland the other day with a “143” tattoo on her forearm. Didn’t ask about it.
I lived in the finger lakes for a few years, but I'm such a wine novice. I'm embarrassed to say I like sweet wines. I do want to research Pet Nat cause it sounds interesting.
I've had some fantastic wines from the Finger Lakes! But it was years ago so I don't really remember what they were — but pretty sure there was a Cab Franc or two in there...
If I'm not mistaken, this podcast also went all the way through without any Max Headroom moments. Which is great, but also I kinda liked that. Like a DJ. But, cheers to a mostly clean podcast (although being professional and perfect is not the goal nor ever will be).
I thought you should've invited DJ Cool Herc or Africa Bambaata (minus the child abuse) for a change of pace...
just wanted to say ... you have a great voice ; )*
Well that was terrific! I listened while washing the dishes, something you can’t do while reading on Substack. I forgot to tell you I have gotten into the Pernice Brothers since you did that post and now the Spotify algorithm started suggesting them in my playlists. Mission accomplished! I have listened to some of the new Camera Obscura but I need to listen to the whole album. I guess I am a Swiftie, too but just the music. The celebrity stuff doesn’t matter to me. Well, fine, maybe I have been listening to a bit of the 1975 after hearing her new album. I will check out Sun June!
Success on so many levels!
Mr. Cranky Pants saying my name out loud - What a day!
Go Sharks!
Stan Lee, Alice Cooper and I are all members of the White Castle Cravers Hall of Fame! Harold and Kumar got nothing on me :)
White Castle - Home of the Original Slider since 1921!!!
Well, at least I feel pretty sure that I would have never guessed that accurately! Ha.
LOVE this ATAMA format (Answers to Ask Me Anything)!
Awesome! Thank you for that input. I enjoyed it as well and I think it's a good way to go....
My first name is Elizabeth so you can use female pronouns with me. My name has just too many letters to type out when I don't have any patience for a signup process.
Thank you, Elizabeth. I also like that it's lowercase. Getting an e.e. cummings vibe from it.
Haha I haven't written poetry since I was an anguished 20 year old but thanks for the compliment!
Still miss Joe, Benny, Putin, the Count and Coach Wooden but I like this as your AMA response!
Now back to your regularly scheduled day drinking!
It's Portland. Day drinking is just part of the experience (as I've noticed more and more, which brings me great laughter and also joy in that this is clearly my kinda people, living in and for the moment).
Enjoy. Now The Love Sausage and I are going for a stroll in this gorgeous weather in Mill Valley. Life is hard.
The story of my handle, Zig2k143, goes way back! Back in the late 70s and early 80s, I cruised the CB radio waves as Ziggy Stardust, a nod to the legendary David Bowie.
In 1986, I entered the exciting world of BBS (bulletin board systems) and adopted the handle ZiggieStarr. But ZiggieStarr eventually got an upgrade. I added 143, which holds a special meaning – a message of love inspired by a lighthouse in Boston.
Then came 1999, the year of Y2K hysteria. You know, the whole world-ending-on-January-1st-2000 thing? (Thankfully, that never happened!) To mark the occasion, I tacked on the "2k" to my handle – Zig2k143 was born.
Here we are, 25 years later, and I'm still rocking the same handle and email address. It's a testament to the things that stick with you – a love for Bowie, a touch of lighthouse romance, and a little Y2K flair. I know this is a longer story than you might have bargained for, but hey, that's the history of Zig2k143 for ya!
But but but...
...where were The Spiders?
Love it! Is the 143 lighthouse thing a well-known Boston phenomenon? I ask because I saw a girl in Portland the other day with a “143” tattoo on her forearm. Didn’t ask about it.
Yes back in he beeper days 143 was popular. :) Here is a story about the lighthouse:
https://fun107.com/bostons-minot-ledge-lighthouse-was-the-original-143-code-user/
What a fantastic story! Us west coasters had no idea...
Most people don't know the lighthouse part, I just know a lot of useless information!
That's sort of a thing that happens as the years pile on...
I feel seen without even listening
As you should be.
I did mention that you and I have very different palates!
I just had to stick up for the affordable Pet Nat experience. Mmmm, should I day drink some right now before the “Baby Reindeer@ chat?
You absolutely should! I'm feeling a pint of Boddington's coming with the NY strip I'm throwing on the mesquite grill in a few hours...
...and day drinking is always good form.
True!
I also made very sure he knew that I was NOT in any way, shape or form your "wine guru"...
I think my own wine guru wants to distance himself from me!
Naaaaaah. You're a good wino.
I lived in the finger lakes for a few years, but I'm such a wine novice. I'm embarrassed to say I like sweet wines. I do want to research Pet Nat cause it sounds interesting.
What's wrong with sweet wines?
I've had some fantastic wines from the Finger Lakes! But it was years ago so I don't really remember what they were — but pretty sure there was a Cab Franc or two in there...