I’ve just realized something about myself. And the wild thing is that it’s nothing I wasn’t aware of, but it’s not something I ever thought about…it just seemed normal. And that’s why I’m turning this very personal Facebook post into a blog post about autistic masking vs. narcissistic masking. I am 100% hiding how I…
Author: Wess
Blogger. Affiliate marketer. IT dude. Singer. Guitar player. Grouchy. Snarky. Easily amused. Join me as I attempt to share my knowledge with the world.
Shure SM57 Dynamic Microphone Demo
If you are a musician, you’re probably already familiar with the Shure SM57. You might even have one stuck in front of a guitar amp, in a microphone locker, or even in a toolbox in case you need a hammer for those pesky issues that might come up when you’re building out your home studio…
SuddenLink – Slow Speed, Bad Service, and Creepy Sales Tactics – Part 2
Back in 2017 I made a post about how my SuddenLink internet connection is slow, and how it felt like I was being ripped off. Fast forward to 2022 – it’s still nowhere near as fast as it’s supposed to be, but today I want to talk about something that is – believe it or…
SuddenLink – Slow Speed, Bad Service, and Creepy Sales Tactics – Part 1
Okay, SuddenLink, we need to talk. I’m gonna keep it real with you – your home internet service is stable…most of the time. Your business services are somewhat better (because they have to be to not get sued), and that’s about where any praise that I have for your company dies a tragic, self-imposed death….
Sour Candy Challenge – We Try Four Sour Candies
We decided to try four sour candies to see which one was the most sour. We thought it would be fun to make a video of it. The Sour Candy Challenge From what I’m told, the idea is to see who can eat sour candy without making faces. Spoiler alert: I lost the game….
Background Noise – Ep1 Thinking About Starting a Podcast
Well, now we’ve gone and done it. We’ve started a podcast. It’s a free-form, winding, rambling, caffeine-fueled conversation about the absurdity of life from an ADHD perspective with a heavy focus on dark, absurd humor, satire, and parody. It’s going to be very strange. Listen to Background Noise on Audible or Amazon Music In Ep1,…
MXL MCA-SP1 Microphone Demo
My current voice recording setup features the MXL MCA-SP1 condenser microphone. This mic can be found on Amazon or other sites for around $70 new, and it is a great option for voice over or podcasting beginners who are looking for good sound quality without breaking the bank. Equipment Used in This Demo MXL MCA-SP1…
How to Post on Instagram From Your PC
For whatever reason, Instagram does not allow users to create posts from your home computer. This can be very frustrating for content creators who are using Instagram to promote their content. Despite the hassle of Instagram not allowing you to post from your PC, there is an easy workaround that yields some pretty awesome benefits….
Winchester Ammunition Recall – 9mm, 17 HRM, 38 Special
Winchester Ammunition has issued a recall recently that affects their 9mm, 115 grain “white box” ammo. This recall also affects Herter’s 9mm, since they are manufactured by Winchester as well. Winchester “white box” ammo is very popular among hobby shooters due to its lower price and availability. Since the start of the current ammo shortage,…
How To Buy Dogecoin
Over the last couple of days, $DOGE has been on the rise…and I’m kicking myself for selling the over 10k that I used to have back when it was less than $0.04 each. Ugh! But hey, the price is still affordable, and I still like Dogecoin (even if it’s just for fun), so I plan…