Another wow message. I always leave your Friday newsletter with an expanded list of things to check out. News alert: I'm not keeping up. Debunking the apple and Isaac newton was real news to me, but in hindsight I should have seen it for what it was. Regarding Hemmingway, I never paid much attention to his being credited with the short, punchy, famous sentence, but having read him, I would have said it didn't sound like him.
Thank you. I'm going to check out some of what you suggested, though I wish it were more. Keep 'em coming
It was such a treat to have Paul Macko create this week's After 21 Club. He brings fresh viewpoints and ideas to share with everyone. I'm super grateful!
So glad you enjoyed it. And yes, I know, of course you need more things to do lol!
What misconception did I always think was true, but wasn't?
The Coriolis effect, which I learned about in my high school physics class. I decided to test it the first time I crossed the equator. I was flying in a KLM 747, the Sir Frank Whittle, on a flight from Amsterdam to Johannesburg. Because it was a night flight. I forced myself to stay awake and watch the map with the little airplane on the cabin tv screen. When we were over the Sahara desert and still well north of the equator, I went to the bathroom, filled the sink full of water, pulled the plug and watched which way the water circled as it drained from the basin.
About an hour after the little airplane crossed the equator, I went back to the restroom, filled the basin with water again, and let it drain out. it swirled in the same direction as it did the first time.
It was at that moment I realized that the earth is flat, the moon is only 200 miles above the earth, and the lunar landings were all filmed at a secret studio in Area 51. Everything became clear to me at that moment.
What else did they lie to us about?
Oh no, I'm picking up Radio Moscow in my teeth fillings. I better go back to bed. It's encased in a Faraday shield to keep out all the brainwaves from the contrails. You will need to carry on without me.
I really did do it, the plane was flying level, and I did it a bunch of times north and south of the equator.
About ufos, I rarely say much after my abduction experience which was quite unpleasant. They knew how to synthesize Big Macs and fries, whereas I’m generally much more upmarket in my gastronomic choices. If an establishment doesn’t provide linen napkins and Swarovski crystal service, minimum, and the aliens did not, I find the entire dining experience unsatisfactory.
Also, I doubt they will ever try to make contact with us because of a couple of vandalism experiences that left their crafts disabled and required towing back to their home planet, Melmac. When they do land from time to time to take on fresh water and oxygen, they keep their doors locked now.
I think you are right about that, because they were required to take off their shoes and put them into a sterilization vessel before reentering the spacecraft, which featured white shag carpet throughout.
Thompson’s letter is superb. I skimmed Picasso’s interview/s about creativity / intuition, looks like a good read, it’s now on my list. Thanks, guys, I really enjoyed this.
I also subscribed to your newsletter. I've played piano for a long time, but just ordered my first ukulele...hopefully arriving today. I have no idea how to play it....should be lots of fun! I'm sure I'll enjoy reading your work.
Always great words of wisdom, Mitch.
mmm, nuggets. Sorry to hear about your lost relative. I know, I'm 12...
Thank you for the opportunity to get introduced to your subscribers! It was fun to do. 🙏
Anytime, Paul. You bring such a refreshing perspective! Thank you for taking the time to put this together for everyone.
Another wow message. I always leave your Friday newsletter with an expanded list of things to check out. News alert: I'm not keeping up. Debunking the apple and Isaac newton was real news to me, but in hindsight I should have seen it for what it was. Regarding Hemmingway, I never paid much attention to his being credited with the short, punchy, famous sentence, but having read him, I would have said it didn't sound like him.
Thank you. I'm going to check out some of what you suggested, though I wish it were more. Keep 'em coming
It was such a treat to have Paul Macko create this week's After 21 Club. He brings fresh viewpoints and ideas to share with everyone. I'm super grateful!
So glad you enjoyed it. And yes, I know, of course you need more things to do lol!
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What misconception did I always think was true, but wasn't?
The Coriolis effect, which I learned about in my high school physics class. I decided to test it the first time I crossed the equator. I was flying in a KLM 747, the Sir Frank Whittle, on a flight from Amsterdam to Johannesburg. Because it was a night flight. I forced myself to stay awake and watch the map with the little airplane on the cabin tv screen. When we were over the Sahara desert and still well north of the equator, I went to the bathroom, filled the sink full of water, pulled the plug and watched which way the water circled as it drained from the basin.
About an hour after the little airplane crossed the equator, I went back to the restroom, filled the basin with water again, and let it drain out. it swirled in the same direction as it did the first time.
It was at that moment I realized that the earth is flat, the moon is only 200 miles above the earth, and the lunar landings were all filmed at a secret studio in Area 51. Everything became clear to me at that moment.
What else did they lie to us about?
Oh no, I'm picking up Radio Moscow in my teeth fillings. I better go back to bed. It's encased in a Faraday shield to keep out all the brainwaves from the contrails. You will need to carry on without me.
I heard that, too. But who knows? Why wouldn’t they lie about that, too?
Did you really try that whole 'drain the water in the sink' thing? Too funny! Maybe the plane was banking???
Can't wait to hear your thoughts on UFO's.....
I really did do it, the plane was flying level, and I did it a bunch of times north and south of the equator.
About ufos, I rarely say much after my abduction experience which was quite unpleasant. They knew how to synthesize Big Macs and fries, whereas I’m generally much more upmarket in my gastronomic choices. If an establishment doesn’t provide linen napkins and Swarovski crystal service, minimum, and the aliens did not, I find the entire dining experience unsatisfactory.
Also, I doubt they will ever try to make contact with us because of a couple of vandalism experiences that left their crafts disabled and required towing back to their home planet, Melmac. When they do land from time to time to take on fresh water and oxygen, they keep their doors locked now.
Ha ha ha ha. They must have landed in San Francisco.
I think you are right about that, because they were required to take off their shoes and put them into a sterilization vessel before reentering the spacecraft, which featured white shag carpet throughout.
My favorite hat is made from tinfoil...
I manufacture inexpensive tin foil liners for baseball caps, if you are interested.
Thank you, especially, for the Substack hacks! I will go back to it often!
Thompson’s letter is superb. I skimmed Picasso’s interview/s about creativity / intuition, looks like a good read, it’s now on my list. Thanks, guys, I really enjoyed this.
Thanks Nic!
Thanks for joining us today, Nic. Paul has a wide and wonderful repertoire of offerings. I'm grateful he collaborated.
BTW I just listened to some of your music on YouTube. You have a wonderful voice. I subscribed. Here's the link so others can listen: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClouQ6j0gvx7ARS73UIx5qw
I also subscribed to your newsletter. I've played piano for a long time, but just ordered my first ukulele...hopefully arriving today. I have no idea how to play it....should be lots of fun! I'm sure I'll enjoy reading your work.
Happy Friday.
Thank you, Heather, much appreciated. Enjoy the Ukulele, they are fun.
Paul always comes up with the most amazing things. I will not be bored when he is on my screen🤣 Thank you Heather for hosting Paul!
I agree, Donna! Paul has sent me down many fun and educational rabbit holes! I was super happy when he agreed to 'host' After 21 Club.