PC Build Update 1
Delayed updates but the motherboard, CPU, RAM, and hard disk (an NVMe SSD – first time heard of these) are ready.
Power supply unboxed. Are there enough cables?!?
After three hours of building (and breaks), the assembly begins.
A Real Voice on Krater 96.3
I haven’t been listening to Krater 96.3 in the mornings recently due to the loss of voices. In place of the daily performances of Gregg, Shawnee, and Wayne, there’s now a constant drone of music. Normally, hearing uninterrupted music isn’t a bad thing, but I admit it gets boring fast. Especially in the early hours that sets the day, I don’t mind getting information about what’s to come.
So anyways for about a week since the end, I happened to hear a real (non-recorded) voice on Krater 96.3. Didn’t catch a name, and initially, I thought it was a broadcast from the mainland (like what I think 101.9 does). But the Kona Chang clone mentioned something about Pearl City so he’s in Hawaii it seems. Haven’t heard the voice again for about 20 minutes, got boring once again…
The PC Build Begins!
Had some PC parts available so figured I’d supplement with a few more and build a PC (though I still love my Mac).
I am using this YT video as a reference. Hope it’s enough to get me through this.
The Silencing of Hawaii Radio Voices
Wow, I did not see this coming and was very confused when I saw Daniel Tucker tweet this:
Then I listened to KRATER96 on Thursday morning.
When did “Hammertime” just become “Time” as I listened to Zip Recruiter ads and Traitor by Oliva Rodrigo.
When did “your pal” become “your memory?”
Where was “Traffic on the 5” as I waited 5, 10, 15, 20, 30 minutes?
Then I understood. There was a mass firing aka workforce reduction of on-air personalities including my longtime favs, Gregg Hammer and Danielle Tucker. A sad day indeed for all those affected by this change and for us, the listeners who spent many years on the Hawaiian roadways with these voices.
Update 01-07-2022: Thanks to Claire for this Star Advertiser article about the layoffs. From my point of view, it did seem like a cost cutting measure with the more experienced (and assumedly higher paid) employees predominantly getting released.
Update #2 01-07-2022. Thanks to Matt for this larger view of the cuts by SummitMedia.
I Am Drawn to This #6
This is the Yeezy 350v2 MX Rock.
This colorway released a few days ago on December 22, 2021 and was heavily overshadowed by the restock of the Belugas (though reflective). This black-based Yeezy features a mixture of organic-looking swirls of colors which freshens up this overplayed silhouette. I was not able to get my size unfortunately but can admire this shoe from afar thanks to Elliot Page’s YT review.
I Am Drawn to This #4
Oooh, sorry, too late now since these already sold out internationally. But I am drawn to these kendamas customized by Yu Nagaba. Limited to 100 of each but not sure what the price point was.
I Am Drawn to This #3
Releasing right now as you read this (8am HST) is this guy, repping IN4MATION HI.
See if he’s still available by following this product link.
I Am Drawn to This #2
Ohh, this JUN JO X JACK SOREN aloha shirt is pretty cool and definitely unique.
Available at In4mation.co (online or in store).
Learning NGMI and WAGMI
Geared towards the NFT and crypto space.
NGMI – Not Going to Make It
WAGMI – We’re All Going to Make It
For a thorough description of these terms, check out this post.
I Am Drawn to This
…but would never wear it… I think.
This Hoth crewneck is releasing on KITH starting on Monday, December 20, 2021 as part of their Star Wars collaboration. Actually, there are several interesting pieces in this collection.
Mind, Stomach, and Butt Blown
All I have to say is Mtn Dew Flamin’ Hot and now you understand the title of this post. Can you imagine the sweeteness of Dew combined with the heat of Flamin’ Hot? I can’t and that’s why I need to try this new drink for myself.
Really, this drink combination sounds like a drinkable disaster in the making. But I need my mind blown with this drink before blowing out my stomach and butt.