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I was just listening to "Strong Songs", one of my favorite podcasts, but it was re-airing an episode of "Aria Code", a podcast I haven't heard before, about single opera arias.
This half hour episode from 2021 is looking at Nessum Dorma, intersecting it tightly with vignettes by an ICU doctor describing moments from the first year of the pandemic. It's very much worth a listen - uplifting, emotional, hopeful. Vincero!

Puccini's Turandot: Hope Never Sleeps | Aria Code | WNYC Studios
“Nessun Dorma” has long been opera’s crossover hit. But in the last year, it’s become something more -- an anthem of hope.

Maxx Crosby’s journey of resilience drives his mission to uplift Las Vegas community https://www.raiders.com/news/maxx-crosby-s-journey-of-resilience-drives-his-mission-to-uplift-las-vegas-community

"Where do you start when it comes to creating a brand image for what is arguably one of the most important milestones of your institution?" – "The Smathers Centennial" https://communications.uflib.ufl.edu/2026/01/20/design-diary-the-smather…

🔊 #NowPlaying on #BBCRadio3:
#SundayMorning
- Three hours of classical sparkle
Sarah Walker with three hours of classical music to reflect, restore and refresh, with a blend of soulful choral music, romantic orchestral classics and lively, uplifting piano.
Relisten now 👇
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m002qqnt

🇺🇦 #NowPlaying on KEXP's #Expansions
Tabby:
🎵 Chandni (Fake Shamans Remix)
#Tabby
https://open.spotify.com/track/5XPvHjBuvUWl1F3VigktGp

Factor B Podcast
Factor B, the sonic architect hailing from the sun-soaked shores of Australia, has carved a distinct niche in the trance music landscape with his emotive and uplifting productions...
Great Australian Pods Podcast Directory: https://www.greataustralianpods.com/factor-b…

The Institute of Museum and Library Services
is now accepting applications for its 2026 grant cycle.
But this year, it has unusually specific criteria.
In cover letters accompanying the applications, the institute said it
“particularly welcomes” projects that align with President Donald Trump’s vision for America.
These would include those that foster an appreciation for the country “through uplifting and positive narratives,”
the agency writes,
cit…

Grant Guidelines for Libraries and Museums Take “Chilling” Political Turn Under Trump
Former Institute of Museum and Library Services leaders from both political parties expressed concern that the new funding guidelines could encourage a more constrained or distorted view of American history.

Maxx Crosby’s journey of resilience drives his mission to uplift Las Vegas community https://www.raiders.com/news/maxx-crosby-s-journey-of-resilience-drives-his-mission-to-uplift-las-vegas-community

Anyone have an Alexa device that would like to try out a little skill I've made for @… ?
You should be able to add the skill to alexa here:
#testing #alexa #amazon #weather #nerd

🇺🇦 #NowPlaying on KEXP's #DriveTime
Lack of Afro:
🎵 Idolising People Like Madlib
#LackofAfro
https://lackofafro.bandcamp.com/track/idolising-people-like-madlib
https://open.spotify.com/track/5MyeMuyUfeLWvq18oRcBqn