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  Movies under the Influence

  Jocelyn Szczepaniak-Gillece

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  Movies under the Influence charts the entangled histories of moviegoing and mind-altering substances from early cinema through the psychedelic 1970s. Jocelyn Szczepaniak-Gillece examines how the parallel trajectories of these two aspects of American culture resulted in them being treated and regulated in similar ways. Rather than looking at drug use within film, she regards cinema and intoxicants as kindred experiences of immersion that have been subject to corresponding forces of ideology and power. 
   
   
   
  Szczepaniak-Gillece demonstrates how American movie theaters sought to cultivate a dual identity, presenting themselves as both a place of wholesome entertainment and a zone of illicit behavior. Movies under the Influence highlights the legislative, legal, and corporate powers that held sway over theaters, locating the convergence of moviegoing and drug use as a site of mediation and social control. 
   
   
   
  As much as substances and cinema are points where power intervenes, they are also settings of potential transcendence, and Movies under the Influence maintains this paradox as a necessary component of American film history. This book examines the relationship intoxicants suggest between mass media, spectatorship, and governmental regulation and provides a new angle from which to understand cinema's lasting role in evolving American culture.

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  Pearl Jam's Vs

  Clint Brownlee

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  Vs. is the sound of a band on fire. The same confluence of talent, passion, timing, and fate that made “grunge” the world’s soundtrack also lit a short fuse beneath Pearl Jam. The band combusted between late 1992 and mid-1994, the span during which they planned, recorded, and supported their sophomore record. The spotlight, the pressure, the pace—it all nearly turned the thriving act to ash.Eddie Vedder, the reluctant public face of the band, responded by lashing out lyrically. Jeff Ament, Mike McCready, and Stone Gossard, who beheld success with varying degrees of anxious satisfaction, attacked their instruments in solidarity. Dave Abbruzzese welcomed the rock-star lifestyle, and left his mark on the record with more than just potent percussion.Vs. roils with fury—and at times, gently steams—over the trappings of fame, human faults, and societal injustice. The record is a thrashing testament to Pearl Jam’s urgent creativity and greater-good interests, and the band’s logistical calculations behind it drew a career-defining line in the sand. It promised the world that Pearl Jam would neither burn out nor fade away. This book weaves research, little-known details, and band members’ memories into a definitive account of how Vs. set them on a path toward enduring integrity and relevance.

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  The Best Job in the World - How...

  Ben Southall

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  Part autobiography, part insight into the power of a unique  marketing campaign, part warts and all of living the dream in a  dream job. Bens story is more holistic than just travel;  its motivational and aspirational. From leaving the UK on an  adventure trip to Africa, Ben has led the dream and shows how  following your passions can lead to life changing opportunities.  No-one else has won the Best Job in the World, and Ben is often  asked what is like participating in the competition, winning and  living the job and what hes been doing since. This book  answers those questions. Key features:    Fantasy to reality: Living on a tropical island is a  common daydream, Bens story shines the light on the highs  and lows of living out the dream.  Inspiration: hope for people who are stuck in a rut.  Look for opportunities and grab them with both hands.  Entertainment/Escape: the book is rich with humorous and  poignant stories about the challenges of being catapulted into a  high profile job in an idyllic location, and what happens after the  best job in the world.  Motivational: understand other cultures better, embrace  the unknown and overcome lifes obstacles and challenge the  expected route through life.  Authenticity: the author is the only holder of the title  Best Job in the World. It is a unique insight into a unique program  and all that that entails.    The global attention generated by the unprecedented marketing  and advertising campaign also provides an insight into how to  successfully engage with a diverse market on an international  level. Management and leadership lessons emerge and are shared by  Ben as he adapts to his new role, as the caretaker of a Great  Barrier Reef Island and subsequently navigates his new career  opportunities.

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  Nature's Rhapsody of Tranquil...

  Selena Brooke

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  Discover the path to emotional healing and mental clarity with Nature's Rhapsody of Tranquil Waterfall Soundscapes Mixed with Ambient Tones for Deep Calm & Stress Relief. This transformative guide is designed for anyone seeking stress reduction, personal growth, and inner peace. With a unique blend of mindfulness practices and self-care techniques, this book offers you the tools to achieve emotional balance and a deeper sense of wellness. 
  Through a series of holistic practices, you'll learn to cultivate serenity and renewal in your everyday life, helping you find peace amidst the chaos of the modern world. Whether you're seeking emotional resilience or simply trying to manage the demands of daily life, this book is your guide to achieving mental clarity and restoring balance. 
  Each practice in this book is designed to help you develop healthier habits and a mindset of empowerment. From relaxation techniques to mindfulness meditation, these tools are specifically created to help you foster emotional well-being and achieve lasting personal growth. Transform your life with methods that support your journey toward mental wellness, focus, and harmony. 
  Whether you are new to mindfulness or a seasoned practitioner, this book offers a valuable approach to achieving peace and balance. It’s perfect for anyone interested in mental health, personal development, or self-care. Start your journey to a calmer, more fulfilled life today.

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  Cunt Confessions Pt2 - Slutty...

  Shannon Rue

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  What can I say? Don't listen to this Audible version alone. You will explode with tension

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  Design Against Racism - Creating...

  Omari Souza

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  A historical and philosophical exploration of the impact of design on underserved communities, examining the field’s shortcomings as well as its potential to create positive change. Through essays that delve into history and practice, and case studies that demonstrate practical strategies, Design Against Racism explores how designers of all disciplines can address, through their work, the legacies of racism and oppression. 
    
  Design profoundly influences culture. The heart of this book is its powerful blend of essays on design history, case studies, and discussions of practical methods to approach design work, adapted from the restorative justice movement. It explores how design as a professional practice and academic discipline directly affects historically excluded communities, offering frameworks and examples that foster collective improvement. 
    
  Topics from author Omari Souza, founder of the annual State of Black Design conference, and contributing design professionals include:  
  • Unveiling the White Gaze: The Narrative of Whiteness and Colonial Nostalgia  
  • Language as a Tool for Marginalization—and Resistance  
  • Hip-Hop Architecture: Transforming Spaces through Culture and Innovation  
  • Afrofuturism as a Design Strategy  
  • Whose Knowledge Is It? Reclaiming Histories, Narratives, and the Plurality of Knowledge  
  • Nonhierarchical Engagement with Communities—Anti-Racist Design Community Pop-Up  
    
  This is a critique of design and a practical handbook that will teach designers and educators how a restorative justice approach can transform their design practice to counteract and fight racism. 
    
  TIMELY AND ESSENTIAL TOPICS: Thought-provoking essays from leaders in design diversity offer an anti-racist approach to design practice based in an understanding of history, a focus on community building, and a commitment to inclusion. 
    
  AUTHOR & CONTRIBUTORS: Omari Souza is an Assistant Professor of Communication Design at the University of North Texas and co-host of the highly acclaimed minisode podcast The Design of Business | The Business of Design. Contributors include preeminent design professionals George Fourlas, Shamika Klassen, Kaleena Sales, Zariah Cameron, Lesley-Ann Noel, Cassini Nazir, Yolanda A. Rankin, Soniyah Robinson, and Danielle Lake. 
    
  Perfect for:  
  • Student and professional design practitioners of all disciplines, including graphic designers, product designers, architects, and more  
  • Course adoption for design programs  
  • Anyone eager to explore the themes of anti-racism and decolonizing design

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