John Gyford reminisces about the transformative experience of the 1951 Festival of Britain and his role in planning Space House, emphasizing design's impact on urban spaces.
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Paul Ford's timeline website reflects years of contemplation on the complexities of creating a platform for sharing historical events and user-generated content.
The author discusses their transition from Adobe Lightroom to Apple Photos, highlighting the challenges faced and the reasons for the switch despite some limitations.
4.7How I Scrobble
2026-02-06 • last.fm technology scrobbling applications music tracking
Phil Gyford shares his methods for scrobbling music to Last.fm using various apps and tools, reflecting on his 21-year journey in music tracking.
A four-night holiday in Paris led to extensive walking, enjoying local attractions, and discovering delightful dining options, showcasing the city's pedestrian-friendly improvements.
In 2025, the author shares personal progress amidst challenges, including family care, home improvements, and a gradual shift towards retirement, while grappling with identity and motivation.
4.1Shows on BBC iPlayer’s Archive
2026-02-26 • shows archive bbc television shows iplayer
A curated list of notable pre-2000 shows from BBC iPlayer's Archive, along with the author's thoughts on the platform's filtering options.
4.1w/e 2025-12-21
2025-12-21 • nostalgia family renovation home film
Sorting through a family home evokes nostalgia and emotional challenges, while also touching on home renovations and a film experience.
3.7w/e 2026-03-15
2026-03-15 • music reflection travel film
A personal account of a trip to London and Essex, exploring urban life, nostalgia, and the author's journey in learning guitar while reviewing two films.
A week of task management, media consumption, and reflections on wealth portrayal in shows leads to a mix of productivity and illness for the author.
3.7w/e 2026-02-15
2026-02-15 • music technology nostalgia family television shows
Personal reflections on home repairs, family projects, music exploration, and TV show critiques highlight the author's experiences and thoughts on technology and nostalgia.
The author recounts a frustrating series of car troubles post-holiday, highlighting the challenges of car dependency and personal mishaps while reflecting on recent media consumption.
The author shares their reflections on productivity, mood, and media consumption as they navigate the start of the new year.
The author shares their experiences and considerations in switching to new apps and services for reading and searching as the New Year approaches.
3.7w/e 2025-11-23
2025-11-23 • reflection health family renovation television shows
The author reflects on a week spent with their sister and mother, contemplating the nature of achievement and satisfaction in daily life. They share minor events such as an eye test, gym visits, a drive to visit a family friend, a...
3.5w/e 2026-03-08
2026-03-08 • music health code task list literary fiction television shows
A personal reflection on managing tasks, health, creative projects, and media consumption, alongside concerns about dental work and AI in online comments.
3.3w/e 2025-12-28
2025-12-28 • travel review family electric vehicles film
A personal account of holiday travels, car troubles with an EV, and critical reflections on recent films watched during Christmas.
A week filled with car troubles and reflections on rural life, alongside reviews of two films that explore friendship and wartime experiences.
A week of low activity leads to reflections on health, car troubles, and an unexpectedly enjoyable animated film, all while feeling optimistic about the new year.
3.1w/e 2025-12-14
2025-12-14 • music reflection history social interaction film
A week of personal reflections on music, social outings, and film experiences reveals the author's struggles with stress and enjoyment in daily life.
2.8w/e 2026-02-22
2026-02-22 • nostalgia family books television shows pets
The post captures the bittersweet experience of clearing a family home while reflecting on personal moments and thoughts about a TV series.
2.8w/e 2026-01-18
2026-01-18 • music technology learning personal development
The author shares their journey of learning guitar, experiences with Kagi search, and exploring Neovim, highlighting personal growth and enjoyment in these activities.
2.4w/e 2025-11-30
2025-12-01 • reflection photography home improvement film
The author reflects on a quiet week spent at home with builders working on a garage roof. They detail their efforts to organize their Lightroom photo library, moving photos to Apple Photos, and share thoughts on several films watc...