Sam Parton
@samparton.bsky.social
Music maker, day dreamer. Riding with the wind.🦉🎸🪕
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As the accursed ostrich situation continues to get simultaneously more stupid and gravely serious, I decided to write up a very long analysis of many of the key issues. Bottom line: so long as this flock lives, it is a threat to Canada's national security. 🧵
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Last Stand in Bird Flu Ostrich Land
The BC ostrich convoy enters the "find out" stage of FAFO and so have we all
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October 5, 2025 at 10:25 PM
As the accursed ostrich situation continues to get simultaneously more stupid and gravely serious, I decided to write up a very long analysis of many of the key issues. Bottom line: so long as this flock lives, it is a threat to Canada's national security. 🧵
open.substack.com/pub/rasmusse...
open.substack.com/pub/rasmusse...
I used to live in Edgewood and still have good friends there. I’m horrified by what this farm has wrought upon the community with their refusal to respect measures intended to protect everyone. I hope peace returns to the beautiful Inonoaklin Valley soon.
A 72 year old woman in Edgewood, B.C. is doused in gasoline and punched in the face. RCMP say the suspect was associated with the protest camp at Universal Ostrich Farms and was arrested. www.ctvnews.ca/canada/artic...
RCMP investigate alleged assault of woman who lives beside B.C. ostrich farm
The RCMP are providing round the clock protection for a B.C., resident who lives next to Universal Ostrich Farms (UOF) after a masked man doused the woman in gasoline and punched her in the face.
www.ctvnews.ca
October 2, 2025 at 5:38 PM
I used to live in Edgewood and still have good friends there. I’m horrified by what this farm has wrought upon the community with their refusal to respect measures intended to protect everyone. I hope peace returns to the beautiful Inonoaklin Valley soon.
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RIP to the great bassist Danny Thompson, who played on some of the best records of all time.
Goodbye Pork Pie Hat (Live at the Royal Festival Hall 1968 with Intro)
YouTube video by Pentangle - Topic
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September 24, 2025 at 5:09 PM
RIP to the great bassist Danny Thompson, who played on some of the best records of all time.
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Supernormally became teary-eyed during a raucous singalong of “All You Fascists Bound To Lose” at the Brooklyn Americana Music Festival, under the Manhattan Bridge
September 20, 2025 at 2:47 AM
Supernormally became teary-eyed during a raucous singalong of “All You Fascists Bound To Lose” at the Brooklyn Americana Music Festival, under the Manhattan Bridge
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Some Neil Young for your Thursday RS
youtu.be/LO0Yqj8KxEc?...
youtu.be/LO0Yqj8KxEc?...
RON SINGS "I BELIEVE IN YOU" BY NEIL YOUNG
YouTube video by Rawnboy
youtu.be
September 11, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Some Neil Young for your Thursday RS
youtu.be/LO0Yqj8KxEc?...
youtu.be/LO0Yqj8KxEc?...
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Just a reminder... on Sept 14th
I'll be appearing in State College, PA
for a very intimate show at The State Theatre (in the Attic)
I've never played there before so I hope you can spread the word and join me! RS
Ticket Link:
tickets.thestatetheatre.org/event/ron-se...
I'll be appearing in State College, PA
for a very intimate show at The State Theatre (in the Attic)
I've never played there before so I hope you can spread the word and join me! RS
Ticket Link:
tickets.thestatetheatre.org/event/ron-se...
September 7, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Just a reminder... on Sept 14th
I'll be appearing in State College, PA
for a very intimate show at The State Theatre (in the Attic)
I've never played there before so I hope you can spread the word and join me! RS
Ticket Link:
tickets.thestatetheatre.org/event/ron-se...
I'll be appearing in State College, PA
for a very intimate show at The State Theatre (in the Attic)
I've never played there before so I hope you can spread the word and join me! RS
Ticket Link:
tickets.thestatetheatre.org/event/ron-se...
August 22-27 I’m co-leading a songwriting retreat at Hollyhock on Cortes Island BC. A couple of spots left if you’re looking for a late summer getaway. No experience necessary AND Hollyhock is offering a $200 discount with code GRATITUDE200. More deets/to register: hollyhock.ca/programs/744...
Harmony Within: A Journey of Songwriting and Reconnection
Songwriting is a powerful tool for self-expression and connection with our deepest thoughts and feelings. The Harmony Within workshop explores songwriting as a medium, a practice, and a journey throug...
hollyhock.ca
August 8, 2025 at 4:17 PM
August 22-27 I’m co-leading a songwriting retreat at Hollyhock on Cortes Island BC. A couple of spots left if you’re looking for a late summer getaway. No experience necessary AND Hollyhock is offering a $200 discount with code GRATITUDE200. More deets/to register: hollyhock.ca/programs/744...
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"In Kenya, for example, the WFP will cut its rations in June down to 28% — or less than 600 calories a day per person — a low never seen before...The WFP’s standard minimum for adults is 2,100 calories per day."
Just unbelievable suffering as U.S. withdraws foreign aid.
Just unbelievable suffering as U.S. withdraws foreign aid.
Exclusive State Department records show: As the Trump administration abandons its humanitarian commitments, diplomats are reporting that the cuts have led to violence and instability while undermining anti-terrorism initiatives.
By Brett Murphy & @annamaria.bsky.social
By Brett Murphy & @annamaria.bsky.social
Death, Sexual Violence and Human Trafficking: Fallout From U.S. Aid Withdrawal Hits the World’s Most Fragile Locations
Exclusive State Department records show: As the Trump administration abandons its humanitarian commitments, diplomats are reporting that the cuts have led to violence and instability while undermining...
www.propublica.org
May 28, 2025 at 8:15 PM
"In Kenya, for example, the WFP will cut its rations in June down to 28% — or less than 600 calories a day per person — a low never seen before...The WFP’s standard minimum for adults is 2,100 calories per day."
Just unbelievable suffering as U.S. withdraws foreign aid.
Just unbelievable suffering as U.S. withdraws foreign aid.
It kills me that Jagmeet Singh finally steps up and shows those strong leadership qualities that got him elected as NDP leader - as he steps down!!! That was a really beautiful speech. Where has this Jagmeet been hiding all these years?
April 29, 2025 at 4:51 AM
It kills me that Jagmeet Singh finally steps up and shows those strong leadership qualities that got him elected as NDP leader - as he steps down!!! That was a really beautiful speech. Where has this Jagmeet been hiding all these years?
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📢 The Internet Archive needs your help.
At a time when information is being rewritten or erased online, a $700 million lawsuit from major record labels threatens to destroy the Wayback Machine.
Tell the labels to drop the 78s lawsuit.
👉 Sign our open letter: www.change.org/p/defend-the...
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At a time when information is being rewritten or erased online, a $700 million lawsuit from major record labels threatens to destroy the Wayback Machine.
Tell the labels to drop the 78s lawsuit.
👉 Sign our open letter: www.change.org/p/defend-the...
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April 17, 2025 at 4:51 PM
📢 The Internet Archive needs your help.
At a time when information is being rewritten or erased online, a $700 million lawsuit from major record labels threatens to destroy the Wayback Machine.
Tell the labels to drop the 78s lawsuit.
👉 Sign our open letter: www.change.org/p/defend-the...
🧵⬇️
At a time when information is being rewritten or erased online, a $700 million lawsuit from major record labels threatens to destroy the Wayback Machine.
Tell the labels to drop the 78s lawsuit.
👉 Sign our open letter: www.change.org/p/defend-the...
🧵⬇️
Some good news 🐳
We have some incredibly exciting news to share! J Pod has a new calf! Designated J63, we observed this little one traveling with J40. This will be her first known calf! While we have no immediate health concerns at the moment, we’ll continue to update when we can.
April 9, 2025 at 3:45 AM
Some good news 🐳
Gonna miss this old rounder. Thanks for everything, Snock. See you in the wind. youtu.be/v4xHI2elvxQ?...
Long Journey
YouTube video by Michael Hurley - Topic
youtu.be
April 5, 2025 at 4:10 AM
Gonna miss this old rounder. Thanks for everything, Snock. See you in the wind. youtu.be/v4xHI2elvxQ?...
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this came out really well, especially if you find dorks charming
www.youtube.com/watch?v=OCKt...
THANK YOU AMOEBA FOR YEARS OF EVERYTHING
www.youtube.com/watch?v=OCKt...
THANK YOU AMOEBA FOR YEARS OF EVERYTHING
Bonnie "Prince" Billy - What's In My Bag?
YouTube video by Amoeba
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March 31, 2025 at 6:03 PM
this came out really well, especially if you find dorks charming
www.youtube.com/watch?v=OCKt...
THANK YOU AMOEBA FOR YEARS OF EVERYTHING
www.youtube.com/watch?v=OCKt...
THANK YOU AMOEBA FOR YEARS OF EVERYTHING
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You have heard of:
#transformmethenintoafish
#thedaddy
#midnightsharesies
…
Are you ready for this?
#thecodfatheroffolk
??????
Is anyone?
Please share wildly and widely!
Www.transformmethenintoafish.com
Let’s spread the word 🥰🥰🥰
#martincarthy
#transformmethenintoafish
#thedaddy
#midnightsharesies
…
Are you ready for this?
#thecodfatheroffolk
??????
Is anyone?
Please share wildly and widely!
Www.transformmethenintoafish.com
Let’s spread the word 🥰🥰🥰
#martincarthy
March 27, 2025 at 1:09 AM
You have heard of:
#transformmethenintoafish
#thedaddy
#midnightsharesies
…
Are you ready for this?
#thecodfatheroffolk
??????
Is anyone?
Please share wildly and widely!
Www.transformmethenintoafish.com
Let’s spread the word 🥰🥰🥰
#martincarthy
#transformmethenintoafish
#thedaddy
#midnightsharesies
…
Are you ready for this?
#thecodfatheroffolk
??????
Is anyone?
Please share wildly and widely!
Www.transformmethenintoafish.com
Let’s spread the word 🥰🥰🥰
#martincarthy
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My tribute on International Women's Day to women who know how to "stand the gaff" in resisting tyranny.
From the coal mines of Cape Breton to the mines of the north. I come from a long line of strong women who would put the run on toxic bros.
Please read.
charlieangus.substack.com/p/on-interna...
From the coal mines of Cape Breton to the mines of the north. I come from a long line of strong women who would put the run on toxic bros.
Please read.
charlieangus.substack.com/p/on-interna...
ON INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY, WE STAND THE GAFF
Strategies for Resistance in the Era of Toxic Bros
charlieangus.substack.com
March 8, 2025 at 12:42 PM
My tribute on International Women's Day to women who know how to "stand the gaff" in resisting tyranny.
From the coal mines of Cape Breton to the mines of the north. I come from a long line of strong women who would put the run on toxic bros.
Please read.
charlieangus.substack.com/p/on-interna...
From the coal mines of Cape Breton to the mines of the north. I come from a long line of strong women who would put the run on toxic bros.
Please read.
charlieangus.substack.com/p/on-interna...
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The great Canadian troubadour Jim Cuddy has a hot new jam. 🇨🇦🤘🏻
Elbows up!
Elbows up!
Hello folks. Jim Cuddy here. Due to our troubles with our neighbours in The States, I was inspired to write a little song. It’s called “We Used to Be the Best of Friends”. youtu.be/b5jgJZWG7aY?...
#USA #Canada #Tarrifs
#USA #Canada #Tarrifs
Jim Cuddy "We Used to Be the Best of Friends"
YouTube video by Jim Cuddy
youtu.be
March 8, 2025 at 5:07 AM
The great Canadian troubadour Jim Cuddy has a hot new jam. 🇨🇦🤘🏻
Elbows up!
Elbows up!
Crucial read. Sharing w no paywall. 🇨🇦 www.nytimes.com/2025/03/07/w...
How Trump’s ‘51st State’ Canada Talk Came to Be Seen as Deadly Serious (Gift Article)
President Trump, in an early February call, challenged the border treaty between the two countries and told Justin Trudeau he didn’t like their shared water agreements.
www.nytimes.com
March 7, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Crucial read. Sharing w no paywall. 🇨🇦 www.nytimes.com/2025/03/07/w...
Aug 22-27 2025 I’m co-leading a songwriting retreat w @leahabe.bsky.social at the spectacular Hollyhock Retreat Centre on Cortes Island in beautiful BC 🇨🇦. Last year’s retreat was so magical, we decided to do it again! 10% discount on registration until May 23. Join us! ❤️ hollyhock.ca/programs/744...
Harmony Within: A Journey of Songwriting and Reconnection
Songwriting is a powerful tool for self-expression and connection with our deepest thoughts and feelings. The Harmony Within workshop explores songwriting as a medium, a practice, and a journey throug...
hollyhock.ca
March 7, 2025 at 2:53 AM
Aug 22-27 2025 I’m co-leading a songwriting retreat w @leahabe.bsky.social at the spectacular Hollyhock Retreat Centre on Cortes Island in beautiful BC 🇨🇦. Last year’s retreat was so magical, we decided to do it again! 10% discount on registration until May 23. Join us! ❤️ hollyhock.ca/programs/744...
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'Any talk of annexing our country - we're here, First Nations have always been here, will continue to be here and Canada is on First Nations land'
Response to tariffs need Indigenous Peoples input say leaders
Leaders in Ottawa say Indigenous Peoples need to be part of the solution to tariffs levied against Canada by the United States.
www.aptnnews.ca
March 5, 2025 at 1:46 AM
'Any talk of annexing our country - we're here, First Nations have always been here, will continue to be here and Canada is on First Nations land'
I love listening to Allison speak. She is a beacon of light in these dark times. She speaks here about inoculating oneself against the dark forces by spending time with people who bring us joy. I heartily recommend this entire interview. Love you Alli ❤️
Hey! You can watch the truly generative conversation I had with the great @allisonrussell.bsky.social at @folk-alliance.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_ne...
Keynote: Allison Russell in Conversation with Ann Powers
YouTube video by Folk Alliance International
www.youtube.com
February 28, 2025 at 4:11 AM
I love listening to Allison speak. She is a beacon of light in these dark times. She speaks here about inoculating oneself against the dark forces by spending time with people who bring us joy. I heartily recommend this entire interview. Love you Alli ❤️
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Hey! You can watch the truly generative conversation I had with the great @allisonrussell.bsky.social at @folk-alliance.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_ne...
Keynote: Allison Russell in Conversation with Ann Powers
YouTube video by Folk Alliance International
www.youtube.com
February 20, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Hey! You can watch the truly generative conversation I had with the great @allisonrussell.bsky.social at @folk-alliance.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_ne...
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Folks: I am NOT affiliated with the group that is using my name to support an economic boycott. Please spread this post, if you would.
February 13, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Folks: I am NOT affiliated with the group that is using my name to support an economic boycott. Please spread this post, if you would.
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Want to know what evil is? It's having $400 billion—and being projected to earn $600 billion more over the next 4 years—and knowing that you could awaken every morning for a month and point to a country and say I will end all hunger THERE without denting your lifestyle at all and instead you do this
February 7, 2025 at 7:33 AM
Want to know what evil is? It's having $400 billion—and being projected to earn $600 billion more over the next 4 years—and knowing that you could awaken every morning for a month and point to a country and say I will end all hunger THERE without denting your lifestyle at all and instead you do this
The Purple Bird on repeat. One of those rare records that hits all the sweet spots. 💜 Thank you @signifyingwolf.bsky.social
music.apple.com/ca/album/the...
music.apple.com/ca/album/the...
The Purple Bird by Bonnie
Album · 2025 · 12 Songs
music.apple.com
February 7, 2025 at 10:37 PM
The Purple Bird on repeat. One of those rare records that hits all the sweet spots. 💜 Thank you @signifyingwolf.bsky.social
music.apple.com/ca/album/the...
music.apple.com/ca/album/the...