The Rheingold beer sign retrofit I started last week (or three years ago, depending on when you start the clock) is finished. I ended up going with the simplest solution. I’ve been enjoying the warm glow of the sign–it really pulls the room together now.

Congestion pricing lasted about a month longer than I thought it would. This week Trump declared it dead and crowned himself in the process. What an asshole. Despite his declaration, they are still collecting the fees and the MTA is suing. I hope they can hold onto it as it seems to have the intended effect and, as expected, people are warming up to it.

We had a good Jamulus jam this week, but the after party was plagued with technical difficulties. We got through it though. I’m happy we have these regular jam sessions since it’s the only time I’ve been picking up the bass. That changes this week, I’m going to start my practice regimen again and also work on improving one of our songs.

Links

• Algorithms are breaking how we think (video)
  Good one!
• Who has the ability to remove Mayor Adams? The ‘inability committee’ for one.
  It the mayor won’t resign, and the Governor won’t remove him, the inability committee should absolutely replace him. This city needs real leadership, not someone compromised by a deal he made with a corrupt president.
• ‘Uber For Armed Guards’ Rushes To Market
  Remember when wannabe ballers were content with black cars on demand? Those were such innocent times. Now a killer app can deliver “armed agents”. With just a few swipes, they’ll show up in user configured uniforms and as many Escalades you like. #FFS.
• The hardest working font in Manhattan via Waxy
• Pluralistic is five
  Doctorow dispenses some valuable tips to maintain one’s sanity in this attention economy.
• Purpose, goals, and burnout