Brandon Snavely ☕️🐈
@bksnav.bsky.social
Reader, listener, lifelong learner. I’d prefer to talk about music, books, the arts, and ideas rather than the daily political discourse. Views expressed are mine.
In Raleigh, NC, USA
In Raleigh, NC, USA
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every epstein file drop underscores how elite power operates through shared socio-economic networks, regardless of people's ideological differences, populist posturing, or public feuds
January 30, 2026 at 11:58 PM
every epstein file drop underscores how elite power operates through shared socio-economic networks, regardless of people's ideological differences, populist posturing, or public feuds
Mild criticism: Every website you go to you're immediately pestered to accept cookies. It might be fifty or a hundred times per day! Surely there must be a better way...
January 30, 2026 at 3:24 PM
Mild criticism: Every website you go to you're immediately pestered to accept cookies. It might be fifty or a hundred times per day! Surely there must be a better way...
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Today, we honor the birthday of Franklin D. Roosevelt—a leader who guided the nation through crisis with bold vision and unwavering resolve.
While it may be his 144th birthday, FDR’s ideas still speak to our current economic and political moment. 1/6 🧵
While it may be his 144th birthday, FDR’s ideas still speak to our current economic and political moment. 1/6 🧵
January 30, 2026 at 2:07 PM
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One knife.
PB first, fruit preserves or jelly second.
No issues at all, provided that no one in the house who might use that jelly is allergic to peanuts.
PB first, fruit preserves or jelly second.
No issues at all, provided that no one in the house who might use that jelly is allergic to peanuts.
I just found out that my spouse makes a PB&J sandwich using the same knife for both toppings, instead of one knife for each separate container.
We've been married for over 16 years. I cannot believe I just discovered this NOW.
Is it 1 knife or 2 when making PB&J? Chime in!
We've been married for over 16 years. I cannot believe I just discovered this NOW.
Is it 1 knife or 2 when making PB&J? Chime in!
January 30, 2026 at 1:35 PM
One knife.
PB first, fruit preserves or jelly second.
No issues at all, provided that no one in the house who might use that jelly is allergic to peanuts.
PB first, fruit preserves or jelly second.
No issues at all, provided that no one in the house who might use that jelly is allergic to peanuts.
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ICE is upset that ICE isn't welcome in restaurants after ICE ordered food at a restaurant, ate it, then arrested restaurant employees, and ICE believes this is someone else's fault, do I have that right?
January 29, 2026 at 4:45 PM
ICE is upset that ICE isn't welcome in restaurants after ICE ordered food at a restaurant, ate it, then arrested restaurant employees, and ICE believes this is someone else's fault, do I have that right?
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At any other time in U.S. History this alone would be an above-the-fold scandal leading to impeachment.
Today it’s just Wednesday.
My 16 year old commented this morning on the unrelenting crush of ridiculous things to be angry about. Now he gets why his parents were basket cases from 2016-2021.
Today it’s just Wednesday.
My 16 year old commented this morning on the unrelenting crush of ridiculous things to be angry about. Now he gets why his parents were basket cases from 2016-2021.
Trump’s fundraisers are now using the threat of dispatching ICE against citizens as an email engagement tactic.
January 28, 2026 at 4:24 PM
At any other time in U.S. History this alone would be an above-the-fold scandal leading to impeachment.
Today it’s just Wednesday.
My 16 year old commented this morning on the unrelenting crush of ridiculous things to be angry about. Now he gets why his parents were basket cases from 2016-2021.
Today it’s just Wednesday.
My 16 year old commented this morning on the unrelenting crush of ridiculous things to be angry about. Now he gets why his parents were basket cases from 2016-2021.
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New CBS News contributors: Aaron Rodgers, Roseanne Barr, Anton Chigurh, Stephen Miller, Stephen Miller (the other one), Stephen Miller (found a third one), a smokin' hot babe with huge bazongas, Walter White, Tom (not Jerry), big bucket of gravy, Budd Dwyer (deceased), Thomas Chatterton Williams.
January 27, 2026 at 11:27 PM
New CBS News contributors: Aaron Rodgers, Roseanne Barr, Anton Chigurh, Stephen Miller, Stephen Miller (the other one), Stephen Miller (found a third one), a smokin' hot babe with huge bazongas, Walter White, Tom (not Jerry), big bucket of gravy, Budd Dwyer (deceased), Thomas Chatterton Williams.
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Philip Glass boycotting the Kennedy Center
Philip Glass boycotting the Kennedy Center
Philip Glass boycotting the Kennedy Center
Philip Glass
Philip Glass
Philip Glass
Philip Glass
Philip Glass boycotting the Kennedy Center
Philip Glass boycotting the Kennedy Center
Philip Glass boycotting the Kennedy Center
Philip Glass
Philip Glass
Philip Glass
Philip Glass
Philip Glass boycotting the Kennedy Center
January 27, 2026 at 4:17 PM
Philip Glass boycotting the Kennedy Center
Philip Glass boycotting the Kennedy Center
Philip Glass boycotting the Kennedy Center
Philip Glass
Philip Glass
Philip Glass
Philip Glass
Philip Glass boycotting the Kennedy Center
Philip Glass boycotting the Kennedy Center
Philip Glass boycotting the Kennedy Center
Philip Glass
Philip Glass
Philip Glass
Philip Glass
Philip Glass boycotting the Kennedy Center
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Kaija Saariaho, "True Fire"
#NowListening #ClassicalMusic #MusicSky
music.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
#NowListening #ClassicalMusic #MusicSky
music.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
Kaija Saariaho: True Fire, Ciel d'hiver & Trans (Live) - Album by Gerald Finley
Listen to Kaija Saariaho: True Fire, Ciel d'hiver & Trans (Live) by Gerald Finley on YouTube Music - a dedicated music app with official songs, music videos, remixes, covers, and more.
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January 27, 2026 at 1:29 PM
Kaija Saariaho, "True Fire"
#NowListening #ClassicalMusic #MusicSky
music.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
#NowListening #ClassicalMusic #MusicSky
music.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
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refer to the @dov.bsky.social charts in future
January 27, 2026 at 10:47 AM
refer to the @dov.bsky.social charts in future
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FBI historian here. Basically all of the FBI’s greatest scandals across history come from attempts to criminalize First Amendment rights. It never works out well for the bureau and ends a lot of careers.
I would like to know how my prior colleagues, who have chosen to pursue leadership positions under this charlatan, justify ordering agents to break their oaths of office and open investigations on people simply for exercising their legal rights.
Good luck gazing in the mirror when this is all over.
Good luck gazing in the mirror when this is all over.
FBI investigating Minnesota Signal groups tracking ICE, Patel says
The statement from FBI Director Kash Patel comes after right-wing media figures said they joined the chats and claimed participants were obstructing law enforcement.
www.nbcnews.com
January 27, 2026 at 1:08 AM
FBI historian here. Basically all of the FBI’s greatest scandals across history come from attempts to criminalize First Amendment rights. It never works out well for the bureau and ends a lot of careers.
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I am a subscriber and encourage others to do so, even if you don't live in Philly (I don't).
some (rare) good news for the journalism industry: The Philadelphia Inquirer is profitable
www.inquirer.com/opinion/comm...
www.inquirer.com/opinion/comm...
Elizabeth Hughes: There is a path for Pittsburgh to save its newspaper
As publisher of The Inquirer, I believe that our own experience over the past decade offers a template for success.
www.inquirer.com
January 26, 2026 at 10:22 PM
I am a subscriber and encourage others to do so, even if you don't live in Philly (I don't).
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HOW IT WORKS IN MOVIES:
1. Government lies
2. Brave heroes release video showing the truth
3. Press says “the government is lying!”
HOW IT APPARENTLY WORKS IN REAL LIFE
1. Brave heroes release video showing the truth
2. Government lies
3. Press says “Oh no, what now? So confusing! So hard!”
1. Government lies
2. Brave heroes release video showing the truth
3. Press says “the government is lying!”
HOW IT APPARENTLY WORKS IN REAL LIFE
1. Brave heroes release video showing the truth
2. Government lies
3. Press says “Oh no, what now? So confusing! So hard!”
A battle over the truth erupts after deadly Minneapolis shooting
A battle over the truth erupts after deadly Minneapolis shooting
Federal and local leaders are sharply divided over what happened and who is to blame.
dlvr.it
January 26, 2026 at 6:46 AM
HOW IT WORKS IN MOVIES:
1. Government lies
2. Brave heroes release video showing the truth
3. Press says “the government is lying!”
HOW IT APPARENTLY WORKS IN REAL LIFE
1. Brave heroes release video showing the truth
2. Government lies
3. Press says “Oh no, what now? So confusing! So hard!”
1. Government lies
2. Brave heroes release video showing the truth
3. Press says “the government is lying!”
HOW IT APPARENTLY WORKS IN REAL LIFE
1. Brave heroes release video showing the truth
2. Government lies
3. Press says “Oh no, what now? So confusing! So hard!”
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Fun fact: Your local bookstore is doing more to protect you and your neighbors than Amazon is.
January 26, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Fun fact: Your local bookstore is doing more to protect you and your neighbors than Amazon is.
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“The result is a verification fantasy... that an audible threshold exists for “synthetic” or “other”.” Very good read.
In the first essay of a short series exploring Bandcamp’s ban on AI-generated music, multidisciplinary artist Vicki Bennett argues that the platform’s decision rests on the belief in a stable binary between computer and human made music
www.thewire.co.uk/in-writing/e...
www.thewire.co.uk/in-writing/e...
Authorship under automation - The Wire
In the first essay of a short series exploring Bandcamp’s ban on AI-generated music, Vicki Bennett argues that the platform’s decision rests on the belief in a stable binary between computer and human...
www.thewire.co.uk
January 26, 2026 at 3:08 PM
“The result is a verification fantasy... that an audible threshold exists for “synthetic” or “other”.” Very good read.
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“This rule bans guns in places like restaurants, stores and hotels unless owners put up a sign that says ‘Guns are allowed’.”
One country’s strict is another country’s shockingly lax.
One country’s strict is another country’s shockingly lax.
Hawaii's strict gun laws are under scrutiny at the U.S. Supreme Court.
More here: https://www.khon2.com/local-news/u-s-supreme-court-questions-hawaiis-strict-gun-law-known-as-vampire-rule/
More here: https://www.khon2.com/local-news/u-s-supreme-court-questions-hawaiis-strict-gun-law-known-as-vampire-rule/
January 25, 2026 at 7:57 AM
“This rule bans guns in places like restaurants, stores and hotels unless owners put up a sign that says ‘Guns are allowed’.”
One country’s strict is another country’s shockingly lax.
One country’s strict is another country’s shockingly lax.
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McSweeny's coming in clutch www.mcsweeneys.net/articles/i-a...
I Am the Payroll Accountant for Professional Protestors in Minnesota, and I Am Swamped
“House Majority Whip Tom Emmer, R-Minn., slammed Minnesota state leaders after anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agitators disrupted a...
www.mcsweeneys.net
January 25, 2026 at 6:46 AM
McSweeny's coming in clutch www.mcsweeneys.net/articles/i-a...
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Solidarity, particularly across race and class, is Kryptonite for authoritarian regimes. They can only thrive when their us v. them framing is adopted by society at large, and they join as active or passive collaborators with the regime. So the only response they have is to raise the cost of unity
They are telling us in unequivocal terms that if you show solidarity with immigrants who are in the literal crosshairs of Trump/MAGA, you're risking a death sentence.
newrepublic.com/article/2055...
newrepublic.com/article/2055...
January 24, 2026 at 11:57 PM
Solidarity, particularly across race and class, is Kryptonite for authoritarian regimes. They can only thrive when their us v. them framing is adopted by society at large, and they join as active or passive collaborators with the regime. So the only response they have is to raise the cost of unity
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So important. What they say is not the story. That is never the story. What happened is the story. Write what happened.
Media: do not lead with the false government framing of what happened
January 25, 2026 at 12:05 AM
So important. What they say is not the story. That is never the story. What happened is the story. Write what happened.
Be safe if you’re in the path of this storm. Where I live the forecast is for 0.5” of freezing rain. Power outages are expected and travel on roads will be impossible for a couple days. Let’s get through this!!
January 24, 2026 at 11:11 PM
Be safe if you’re in the path of this storm. Where I live the forecast is for 0.5” of freezing rain. Power outages are expected and travel on roads will be impossible for a couple days. Let’s get through this!!
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