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The Outsiders

A brief reflection on S.E. Hinton's classic, noting dated elements and pervasive violence alongside themes of friendship, loyalty, and outsider identity from Ponyboy's young perspective.

Mike Senn
Mike Senn

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Biden did great things

President Biden accomplished a lot of great projects: student loan relief, infrastructure investment, prescription drug price limits, marriage equality, and immigration asylum claims.

Mike Senn
Mike Senn

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Reflecting on the value of supporting roles in tech and game development, from internships to game credits.

Mike Senn
Mike Senn
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Pumpkin Muffins with Trader Joe's Pumpkin Pancake Mix

Easy and delicious pumpkin muffins made with Trader Joe's pumpkin pancake mix, topped with a dollop of cream cheese. Perfect for fall mornings!

Mike Senn
Mike Senn
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Hollow Knight: Silksong

Review of the hit 2025 game, Hollow Knight: Silksong

Mike Senn
Mike Senn
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Apple Phyllo Cups

Delightful apple phyllo cups filled with sweet and tart ingredients — a perfect fall treat or dessert.

Mike Senn
Mike Senn
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Opening Arguments: A Podcast Review

A review of the podcast Opening Arguments, their recent content, and why this legal podcast remains a favorite.

Mike Senn
Mike Senn
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Slinky Dog Dash

The hilarious story of how my mom learned she's officially too old for roller coasters at Disney World.

Mike Senn
Mike Senn
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Ten Out of Ten Entertainment

My favorite entertainent sources

Mike Senn
Mike Senn
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The Apartment (1960)

A review of Billy Wilder's 1960 masterpiece, The Apartment. This sharp, funny, and heartwarming film captures the loneliness and hope of the holiday season while critiquing 1960s corporate culture and sexism. Highly recommended.

Mike Senn
Mike Senn
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Witness for the Prosecution (1957)

A review of the 1957 Agatha Christie courtroom drama adaptation. While the performances are excellent and the courtroom scenes are engaging, the film's stage play origins are evident in its limited settings and rushed pacing.

Mike Senn
Mike Senn