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Comment on What are the differences between the Autobahnen and the Interstate Highway System? in ~engineering
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Comment on What are the differences between the Autobahnen and the Interstate Highway System? in ~engineering
2zla Link ParentThis is not really relevant to the maintenance , but more an interesting fact.. there are some interstates which reverse the direction of the “fast lane” (one to the left) during peak hours. A...This is not really relevant to the maintenance , but more an interesting fact.. there are some interstates which reverse the direction of the “fast lane” (one to the left) during peak hours. A temporary separator is raised between the middle and left most lane, and a 3 lane north and 3 lane south highway becomes a (for example) 2 lane north and 4 lane south.
I’ve only seen this in just outside densely populated cities where inbound traffic and outbound traffic change depending on which rush hour it is, morning or evening. This of course is a permanent structure, so it likely has minimal maintenance use, but it seemed relevant enough to share.
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Comment on Where do I start with _____? in ~talk
2zla Link ParentI’ve done a few hobbyist electrical projects in my day, but by no means am an electrician. That said, my advice to you is find something electronic and relatively simple, that you’ve considered...I’ve done a few hobbyist electrical projects in my day, but by no means am an electrician.
That said, my advice to you is find something electronic and relatively simple, that you’ve considered buying. Dig around google for “(thing) diy” and related keywords. If a fair amount of results pop up, they’ve probably laid out each detail between all of them. Find one that seems to make the most sense to you, and get to work.
For your use case, I’d suggest an effects pedal or a preamp. These things are fairly simple and have plenty of diy guides available. Just one example, but there are plenty out there.
Best of luck on your ventures!
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Comment on <deleted topic> in ~tech
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Comment on The tyrannical mods of Stack Overflow in ~comp
2zla Link ParentThank you for the run down. I lost interest after the third advertisement in between sentences.Thank you for the run down. I lost interest after the third advertisement in between sentences.
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Comment on What have you been listening to this week? in ~music
2zla LinkI used to track all of my listening habits on last.fm, then at some point stopped. That said, over the last couple of weeks I’ve been digging through some of the stuff I listened to in the past. I...I used to track all of my listening habits on last.fm, then at some point stopped. That said, over the last couple of weeks I’ve been digging through some of the stuff I listened to in the past.
I was on a pretty big “musical diet” for years and made efforts to stray away from electronic music a bit. I’m not sure if this was due to genres evolving and my favorite artists started making different music, or that I had acquired some acoustic instruments for the first time.
Anyways, now that I got the anecdotal stuff out of the way, I found two artists in my old last.fm account that I’ve been digging lately.. “Plaid”, and “Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs” (TEEDS).
Plaid for the complexity of their compositions while still remaining relatively easy to listen to (read: music that helps me focus). TEEDS for the seemingly indifferent attitude to style and genre.
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Comment on <deleted topic> in ~tech
2zla LinkI always thought that xrandr made things pretty easy. I more familiar with Debian, but I would assume you can get the package on Ubuntu. I set two xrandr commands to aliases and memorize my...I always thought that xrandr made things pretty easy. I more familiar with Debian, but I would assume you can get the package on Ubuntu. I set two xrandr commands to aliases and memorize my terminal hot key. When I can’t see the display, hit the terminal hot key, and blindly type the alias to output video correctly. It’s not the most seamless process but it worked.
I guess you’re right, it shouldn’t be that difficult..
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Comment on Dave Chappelle willing to discuss ‘The Closer’ with trans community, but says he’s ‘not bending to anybody’s demands’ in ~lgbt
2zla Link ParentProbably both to be honest. I did not expect such a huge response to my comment, as frankly I wasn’t thinking of the implications it had at the time. After reading yours and a small handful of...- Exemplary
Probably both to be honest. I did not expect such a huge response to my comment, as frankly I wasn’t thinking of the implications it had at the time.
After reading yours and a small handful of other comments which make an attempt to share a greater understanding of the effect of my words, Im starting to understand the defensive nature of the responses to my initial comment. I steered around the topic at hand to bring up a completely separate topic, nestled in between some very insensitive stuff. Stuff that I honestly will never understand the full effect of. By neglecting to mention what I disagree with, it opened speculation to assume I agree with any of all of it.
I completely admit, poor choice of words on my behalf, and I apologize for the negative emotions it has caused others.
That said, I greatly appreciate you sharing this perspective with me which has allowed me to better understand the impact of my words and actions originating from a place of privilege.
I do wish I could have a conversation about intersectionality, and the similarities between minority group’s experiences.. But I also realize this was not the right approach.
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Comment on Dave Chappelle willing to discuss ‘The Closer’ with trans community, but says he’s ‘not bending to anybody’s demands’ in ~lgbt
2zla Link ParentThank you for this thoughtful response. In hindsight I can see how my initial comment would come off as the usual bait and switch tactics that far-right folks use. It’s quite vague, and does not...Thank you for this thoughtful response. In hindsight I can see how my initial comment would come off as the usual bait and switch tactics that far-right folks use. It’s quite vague, and does not touch on the parts of his special that I don’t agree with (which is a large amount).
And yes, you’re entirely right. I feel like some of the responses to my comment were defensive attacks. Justly so, as the LGBQT community has endured, and continues to endure, these sort of pseudo-strategic attacks. I don’t fault anyone for bringing emotion to an incredibly sensitive subject. We are, as you stated, quite emotional creatures.
The reality is that as an outsider looking in, any understanding I can gather on the experiences of any minority groups are purely speculative. Words only go so far. I acknowledge that, and also that historically the group that society identifies me as has an incredibly embarrassing track record. I’ve made conscious changes to how I interact with others in light of these, however it’s clear that there is still work to be done on my part.
I don’t mean to dismiss any of the hateful things that were said in this special. I can see how steering around these hateful things to mention an alternative perspective can be perceived as condoning these actions. I apologize and I appreciate you taking the time to articulate this.
Personally, I do think about the topic of how the “Civil Rights” movement and the “Equal Rights” movement, the similarities between the two (again, from the speculative perspective that I have) that some events and aspects of each appear counterintuitive.I also realize that while this is something I’d like to explore for my own purposes of understanding, this is a completely different conversation all together.
Also, I gave you the exemplary tag because you shared this in a way that allowed me to understand the true impact of my words. While I certainly should have chose another way to articulate my initial comment, this was the sort of response I was hoping to receive. Thank you for planting this seed of thought.
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Comment on Dave Chappelle willing to discuss ‘The Closer’ with trans community, but says he’s ‘not bending to anybody’s demands’ in ~lgbt
2zla Link ParentVery true. Especially with a topic that is very sensitive these days. I was going out on a limb hoping that the members of this community would be willing to have a meaningful discussion about the...Very true. Especially with a topic that is very sensitive these days. I was going out on a limb hoping that the members of this community would be willing to have a meaningful discussion about the topic of correlations between minority group’s struggles, to enlighten me on something that I cannot claim to have experienced. I get the feeling simply stating I’m a cis white make was enough for my notions to be disregarded. Which is understandable, but also a bit disheartening.
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Comment on Dave Chappelle willing to discuss ‘The Closer’ with trans community, but says he’s ‘not bending to anybody’s demands’ in ~lgbt
2zla Link ParentI did specify in other comments. I had no intent on this becoming an uncivilized debate. Please take a moment to read my other comments, and consider an opposing perspective before eluding to the...I did specify in other comments. I had no intent on this becoming an uncivilized debate. Please take a moment to read my other comments, and consider an opposing perspective before eluding to the notion that I’m anti trans because I stated there are correlations in the struggles between minority groups in America.
With all due respect, I made no assumptions or judgments of you for your stance on this topic, and would appreciate the same grace in return.
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Comment on Dave Chappelle willing to discuss ‘The Closer’ with trans community, but says he’s ‘not bending to anybody’s demands’ in ~lgbt
2zla Link ParentI'm simply saying that I feel like the points brought up in this portion of the special are worth exploring, from my perspective as a cis white male.Dave ends his show on his huge long trans rant. His rant is his "closer", which is the name of this special.
I'm simply saying that I feel like the points brought up in this portion of the special are worth exploring, from my perspective as a cis white male.
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Comment on Dave Chappelle willing to discuss ‘The Closer’ with trans community, but says he’s ‘not bending to anybody’s demands’ in ~lgbt
2zla Link ParentI think this is one of the only responses to my comment which remotely touches on what was actually said. I greatly appreciate you taking the time to take what I have to say into consideration...I think this is one of the only responses to my comment which remotely touches on what was actually said. I greatly appreciate you taking the time to take what I have to say into consideration before making a judgement.
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Comment on Dave Chappelle willing to discuss ‘The Closer’ with trans community, but says he’s ‘not bending to anybody’s demands’ in ~lgbt
2zla Link ParentAs I mentioned in the other reply comment, I was not talking about the trans experience. I was talking about the unifying correlations between minority groups in the US. I apologies that was...As I mentioned in the other reply comment, I was not talking about the trans experience. I was talking about the unifying correlations between minority groups in the US. I apologies that was unclear in my first comment.
Truth be told, I dislike comedy in general specifically because it almost inherently involves making a joke at another person or groups expense. Granted there are some comedians who make an exception to this rule, but I feel the waters are too polluted for me to want to swim (or find these comedians).
Though, while there are comments that are absolutely insensitive to the LGBQT community that even I as "cisgendered dude" felt went too far, I don't think it's an accurate assessment to summarize this special as a routine about trans people.
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Comment on Dave Chappelle willing to discuss ‘The Closer’ with trans community, but says he’s ‘not bending to anybody’s demands’ in ~lgbt
2zla Link ParentNone, actually. I should have specified that I was referring to the stuff he said towards the end of the special where he correlates the two experiences as minorities to each other. There was a...What points exactly about his trans commentary did you think were fair?
None, actually. I should have specified that I was referring to the stuff he said towards the end of the special where he correlates the two experiences as minorities to each other.
I honestly have no idea what you mean by any of this.
There was a piece in the special where he talked about a fictional character names "Clifford", as well as sharing some understanding of the experience of being an African American in the US. He also brought up the "OG Stone Wall" folks, and eluded to the differing ideologies of their past to their present. I'm being vague here, but I would suggest you watch the whole special in its entirety before making a final judgement.
Again, what topic do you think is wprth "exploring" exactly?
I genuinely feel like there is value to be gained from all parties involved in taking a moment to understand what it is exactly, in their words, what members of any minority group experiences. I would not have gained the understanding that I do of both groups (to be clear here, I'm talking about the LGBQT and African American communities in the US) if I hadn't heard it directly from members of these communities. That required me to put my system of beliefs on pause in order to understand this other individual's human experience and thus their system of beliefs.
That being said, I don't condone any of his anti-trans or any comedian who's skits contain anything-phobic content. I also realized that, thanks to recent events which brought this to light, the majority of the jokes on his Chapelle Show were very misrepresenting of the African American community, and also not acceptable.
Just a reminder, I'm just someone on the internet who decided to share their opposing opinion in an open forum. In no way do I mean to create dismay or unrest, and appreciate you taking the time to read my thoughts.
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Comment on Dave Chappelle willing to discuss ‘The Closer’ with trans community, but says he’s ‘not bending to anybody’s demands’ in ~lgbt
2zla Link ParentI think Chapelle raised fair points. Also it’s worth mentioning that most of his career has consisted of jokes at the expense of his fellow black community. In the special, some things said were...I think Chapelle raised fair points. Also it’s worth mentioning that most of his career has consisted of jokes at the expense of his fellow black community.
In the special, some things said were quite provocative, but that’s his platform, so to speak. The reality is that there are significant issues in America’s representation of minorities. Marginalizing any further is almost absurd at this point. He brought up a touchy subject which not many people want to acknowledge, which is that the efforts by any minority community, if not made with other minority communities in mind, is a destructive path furthering marginalization and polarization between these communities.
I’m a Cis white male, so my perspective may not be the same as others on this topic, but I think this topic is worthy of exploring, especially from the perspective of one who has not experienced what it truly means to be a minority.
I’m on the fence right now on now I feel about Chapelle. He pushed some boundaries, which is what comedians do. But what comes next of him in this debacle is what defines him as an individual (imho).
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Comment on As of October 2021 what is in your opinion the best Reddit alternative and why? What are its best qualities? in ~tech
2zla Link ParentThis is weird. I use the name zonk some places, and this very similarly. You’re not me, are you?This is weird. I use the name zonk some places, and this very similarly. You’re not me, are you?
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Comment on Death and surrender to power in the clothing of men in ~life
2zla LinkReading this on mobile is incredibly difficult, as any attempt to resize or change orientation results in a “this page has encountered and error”.Reading this on mobile is incredibly difficult, as any attempt to resize or change orientation results in a “this page has encountered and error”.
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Comment on I'm miserable in ~talk
2zla LinkBelieve it or not, you’re experiencing something very normal. Around that age most folks have some sort of existential crisis, whether they realize that the objectives and goals that were set in...Believe it or not, you’re experiencing something very normal. Around that age most folks have some sort of existential crisis, whether they realize that the objectives and goals that were set in front of them by society, are never met. These objectives and goals are almost always impossible to achieve, especially because the nature of humanity involves validation, and social media perpetually “raises the bar” of where you should be in life, comparatively to others.
My advice to you is to find one thing that you enjoy. Start small, and grow from there. This one thing, whether it be going for a walk, playing some video game with friends, debating online, whatever. Take some time to reflect on what it is about that thing that you enjoy. Maybe it’s connections with others, maybe it’s using your mind in ways you usually don’t, or just expelling the extra energy you’ve accumulated being a part of “contemporary society” as you mentioned. Whatever it is, just take a moment to think about the parts you enjoyed.
I’m in my mid 30’s and bought a skateboard 10 years to get back into it. I finally bought a full set of protective pads and a helmet bigger than darth helmet. I literally look like the goofiest thing on wheels in the truck-state area. ..And for a moment I wondered what I was doing “I’m too old for this”, “ younger kids will judge me for being a beginner in his 30s”, “am I just trying to be young again?”.
But I decided to do it anyways. I suck at skateboarding, and definitely made full use of my pads and helmet. But I found that it physically exhausted me, and that for some reason it felt really good to go from sedentary to active, even if for only 20 min or so a day.
I think (in my unprofessional opinion) that we as individuals put way too much pressure on yourselves. Something a friend told me a long time ago, that I’ll rephrase for you is...
“Racingkerosone, you don’t actually have to do everything.”
“You don’t actually have to do anything.”
“Yet you have done so much more amazing things than nothing”
“Just to get to where you are (low point) you have gained a world of experience and wisdom.”
“You can do anything that you want to.”
“But you don’t have to do everything.”May peace and guidance be with guy during these tough times, my friend.
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Comment on Kanye West - Donda [2021] in ~music
2zla Link ParentIf we’re being honest, most hip hop heads lost respect for Kayne long ago. There was a time when he promoted open mindedness with lyrical content teetering activist-esque hip hop. This new album...If we’re being honest, most hip hop heads lost respect for Kayne long ago. There was a time when he promoted open mindedness with lyrical content teetering activist-esque hip hop. This new album may be up to par with his earlier content, but his path along the way has made him lose credibility as an artist to many. That’s not to say he isn’t a talented artist.
You know what, that’s even cooler than what I was referring to. I’ve seen these in upstate NY, but never during rush hour, so I have no idea if they actually use them.
Anyways, This is what I was referring to.It’s honestly one of the most unnerving things to experience. But hey, if it gets people where they need to go faster, then so be it. Lol