Summary In 1989, Hugh Gallagher wrote a college essay that was so outrageous and famous that it was at one time considered an urban legend. Below is a Wall Street Journal interview with Gallagher and then the reading (audio) of the essay. The full transcript of the essay can be found below. Wall Street Journal… Continue reading Hugh Gallagher College Essay Audio
Author: Greg Johnson
Greg Johnson is a freelance writer and tech consultant in Iowa City. He is also the founder and Director of the ResourcesForLife.com website. Learn more at AboutGregJohnson.com
Re-Boxing Review: Onkyo TX-RZ620 Receiver
This is a ‘re-boxing’ (rather than unboxing) review of the Onkyo TX-RZ620 home theater receiver as compared to the Onkyo TX-NR777.
Review of Bookshelf Speakers, 5-inch woofer category
ResourcesForLife.com/audio This is an evaluation of the following small (about 7-inch wide) bookshelf speakers with woofers in the 5-inch size category: Video Document History This document was first posted on 10 Mar 2018. On 4 Aug 2024 it was updated to use WordPress block layout. The featured image was updated.
Review of SVS and Klipsch 12-inch Subwoofers
ResourcesForLife.com/audio Audio Subwoofer Review The video below is a review of the SVS SB12-NSD and Klipsch R-12SW 12-inch subwoofers. The YouTube video was uploaded on 7 May 2018. Note: The SVS subwoofer comes with a grounded power cable, but has only a two conductor connection to the subwoofer. Also, the ‘hum’ described in the video,… Continue reading Review of SVS and Klipsch 12-inch Subwoofers
Review of Bookshelf Speakers, 6-inch woofer category
ResourcesForLife.com/audio This is a review of bookshelf speakers in the 6″ woofer category for the following brands and models: ELAC Debut B6 v1 ($270) KEF Q350 ($650) Klipsch RB-61 II Reference Series ($350) Sony SSCS5 ($150) Video __________________ Recorded on 6 March 2018.
The Many Benefits of Music to Your Health, Mood, Energy Level, and More
The videos below describe the many benefits of music. Here is what music does to your body How Music Affects Your Brain Music on the Brain: Jessica Grahn at TEDxWaterloo 2013 Emotional responses to music | Hauke Egermann | TEDxGhent How Music Affects Your Brain Top 10 Amazing Proven Health Benefits of Music The Health… Continue reading The Many Benefits of Music to Your Health, Mood, Energy Level, and More
Multi-Band Graphic Equalizers for Optimizing and Tuning Room Audio
ResourcesForLife.com/audio Below are some multi-band graphic equalizers that can be used for optimizing room audio and making adjustments to audio systems so they will be fine tuned for your specific unique hearing and preferences. These equalizers are suggested, but not necessarily recommended, since they’ve not been fully tested by us. They all seem to have… Continue reading Multi-Band Graphic Equalizers for Optimizing and Tuning Room Audio
Audio Test Tones – Frequencies, White Noise, Pink Noise
ResourcesForLife.com/audio Below are some YouTube videos offering test tones at various frequencies including sweeping tones, white noise, pink noise, and brown noises. White noise provides frequencies evenly spread across the entire spectrum from 20 to 20,000 Hz. Pink noise is weighted with more sound at lower frequencies. Brown noise is like pink noise with even… Continue reading Audio Test Tones – Frequencies, White Noise, Pink Noise
ResourcesForLife.com News 201802
ResourcesForLife.com – News 201802 | 28 Feb 2018 | Wednesday Dear Friend, I hope you’re doing well. Thanks for taking time to read the Resources for Life monthly newsletter. I normally have some writings or videos to share. This past month, I’ve focused on my fitness goals and tech consulting work. I share more about… Continue reading ResourcesForLife.com News 201802
THX Audio Video Standard
ResourcesForLife.com/audio An article posted 26 Feb 2018 by AVS Forum “THX Spatial Audio Platform Debuts at MWC 2018” offers the latest news about the THX standard. Some general background about the standard is found here on this page. According to the THX website, “THX Select2 and Ultra2 Certified Receivers deliver the exact volume level used… Continue reading THX Audio Video Standard
Marvel Black Panther Superhero Movie – The Revolution Will Not Be Televised
The trailer (below) for Marvel’s latest super hero movie Black Panther features a re-mix of the 1970s song The Revolution will Not Be Televised. by Gill Scott Heron. It’s a song that’s definitely worthy of bringing back into the public space and consciousness. The audio of the song is available in this YouTube video and… Continue reading Marvel Black Panther Superhero Movie – The Revolution Will Not Be Televised
Why Italian graduates are choosing life on the farm
Video About Italy’s youth is breathing new life into the country’s rural areas. In the past two years, the number of young graduates – often from urban centres – starting up their businesses in the countryside has increased by 35%. Many are driven by a deep appreciation of Italy’s rich local produce and have a… Continue reading Why Italian graduates are choosing life on the farm