The author discusses Naomi Duguid's transition to Substack, contrasting the joy of writing books with the demands of newsletters. He questions the effectiveness of newsletters in generating paid subscriptions and reflects on the l...
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The author recounts a stressful experience dealing with a surge of Russian spambots targeting their comment section. Despite attempts to block the bots using Cloudflare and Dreamhost, the author faced challenges in effectively man...
AJ Liebling's 'Between Meals' offers a rich exploration of French cuisine's decline, showcasing his engaging prose and deep appreciation for food culture.
The post highlights a captivating object from the 'Treasures of the Pharaohs' exhibition, exploring the labor of women in ancient Egypt and its implications on their health.
A personal account of resolving SSH access issues with a Hetzner server, detailing troubleshooting steps and the eventual success in logging in.
4.9How to reset a password
2025-12-26 • chatgpt debugging raspberry pi sql dawarich
A personal account of troubleshooting a password reset for the dawarich app on a Raspberry Pi, ultimately resolved through SQL commands after failed email attempts.
The author reflects on their experiences during the second day of IndieWeb Camp Berlin, where they aimed to complete two tasks: transferring Instagram photos and starting a static site for a portfolio. They found the Instagram tas...
The author discusses their experience with salt-preserved lemons, noting the presence of grey-green mould and a gel-like substance surrounding some lemon wedges. After removing the mould, they found the preserved lemons to be fine...
The article discusses histamine intolerance, a condition often linked to the consumption of fermented foods. Marieke Hendriksen shares an anecdote about a junior researcher who had an allergic reaction after eating too much fermen...
The post highlights the evolution of music playback technology, showcasing the convenience of modern solutions compared to outdated devices from the past.
The author reflects on their experience during the IndieWeb’s Black Friday Create Day, where they aimed to publish a static site showcasing their photographs using Hugo. They discuss the challenges faced, such as customizing the s...
The author shares their experience attending IndieWeb Camp in Berlin, highlighting the journey from Bologna to Munich in an Austrian Railjet Mini-cabin, which was comfortable despite its small size. They discuss the enjoyable aspe...
The author reflects on their photography journey, discussing the decline of Instagram's relevance and their desire to return to more intentional photography. They express nostalgia for Flickr and the quality of engagement it provi...
Frustration mounts as spambots relentlessly attack the author's website, despite various protective measures, prompting a search for more effective solutions.
The blog post details the process of configuring Uptime-Kuma, a self-hosted internet monitoring tool, to send alerts via Signal. The author provides a step-by-step guide, including installing the Signal REST API, troubleshooting c...
Efficiently managing a photography portfolio involves using tools like Photo Mechanic and exiftool, despite initial challenges with scripting and search capabilities.
The author describes a visit to the Quartiere Coppedè in Rome, highlighting its unique architectural features such as decorative friezes, ornate brickwork, and notable buildings like the Palazzo del Ragno. The author expresses sur...
4Not disgusting, unfamiliar
2025-12-17 • culture food museums disgust perspective
The post explores how cultural perspectives shape our perceptions of food disgust, suggesting that no food is universally disgusting to all people.
The author recounts their experience undergoing cataract surgery, describing the preparation, the procedure, and the immediate aftermath. They reflect on the surprising clarity of vision post-surgery and the adjustment to needing ...
A festive bike ride through Rome's parks reveals both the city's natural beauty and the challenges of urban architecture, culminating in a delightful community lunch.
The author reflects on their activities and achievements in September 2025, highlighting a return to podcasting, various personal projects, and a focus on health metrics. They note an increase in podcast listeners, a desire to pro...
The author reflects on their experiences in October 2025, highlighting both challenges and enjoyable moments. They discuss dealing with a spambot attack, attending a Food & Drink conference in Dublin, and various personal activiti...
3.1Monthly report: December 2025
2026-01-03 • technology health travel family lifestyle
A personal account of overcoming illness while reflecting on December's highlights and future goals amidst family changes and various activities.
The author reflects on their travel experiences and personal activities in November 2025, noting highlights such as attending IWC Berlin, creating a photo portfolio, and fixing personal issues like dental work. They provide a deta...