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Swatch and the Adventures of Not Being Too Late in the 80’s and Now
Can a watch change history? Can immigrants and refugees positively influence a culture if allowed and invited? Are watches able to resist oppression? Are Swatches still cool? Yes! But is it too late? I don’t think so. I hope not. In 1983 a new watch company hit department stores all over the world beginning a…
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Siouxsie Sioux and the Unrelenting Banshee Challenge a Creature
Can one artist inspire more artists than most? Is trailblazer an understatement? And can her challenging of convention inspire a Banshee at a record store to confront a young man before he becomes a monstrous creature? If we are talking about Siouxsie Sioux and one of her fans, the answer is yes. Siouxsie Sioux Breaks…
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This is a really good one, Pat! I found it super relatable and the messaging is excellent. Thanks for this.
That means a lot! Thank you. While I wish you did not relate, I find beauty when people do. Makes…