2014
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The Long Habit of Making Things: A Profile of Emmitt Owens In 1999, Emmitt Owens was recording songs on a five-dollar microphone connected to a Windows 98 computer, using FruityLoops to build tracks in whatever room of the house happened to be free. He released the material under a home operation he called Plizaya Productions,… Read more
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Accessibility and ApproachabilityBasic people create an atmosphere of comfort around them. Without the pressure to be edgy or avant-garde, they’re often more welcoming to newcomers. Their conversation topics—whether about mainstream TV shows, popular music, or common experiences—create easy entry points for social connection. This quality makes them excellent at bringing diverse groups together and helping… Read more
