I tweet exclusively about Martin Short in Clifford now.

I was starting to get teary-eyed at my kids' graduation, then they played Rusted Root over the slideshow and rage consumed me instead.

• New Plinko Record - a six minute video is going to be hard to hold your attention but the enthusiasm here is unfettered. Completely unhinged. Entirely valid.
• Chromatics - Shadow - are you watching the new Twin Peaks? This should be familiar then.
• Angelo Badalamenti explains how he wrote "Laura Palmer's Theme" - speaking of Twin Peaks, here's a fun little video of the tale behind the infamous Palmer theme.
• Adrenaline Cats - my love for Pet Collective compilations is questionable but boundless. Love these kittehs.
• Every day. Every. Darn. Day. - again, love this.
• Sea Lion drags girl into Steveston waters - everyone is fine in this clip, just a bit shaken up. The anticipation before the event occurs is maddening.
• Toby the Whippet, Guiness Balloon Popper - look at this little beast go!
• Papa Sting - Last Resort - gotta admit, this one got me good.

Need more? This kid is amazing. This We Want Plates Reddit sub is face-palmingly ridiculous.

the answer is simple but the story is worthwhile

Linds Redding was the art director at Saatchi & Saatchi and BBDO before dying of cancer in 2012. Prior to his death he wrote a long piece on his personal blog entitled A Short Lesson in Perspective in which he explains the core problem with the speed at which we work these days and the emptiness of the problems we're solving within the "creative industry". Even if you read this five years ago when he wrote it or even if you read it every year, read it again. There are an endless amount of quips and insights that should be drilled into each and every one of us. Here's one on "how the scam works" in regards to the structure of the business:

"The creative industry operates largely by holding creative people ransom to their own self-image, precarious sense of self-worth, and fragile if occasionally out of control ego. We tend to set ourselves impossibly high standards, and are invariably our own toughest critics. Satisfying our own lofty demands is usually a lot harder than appeasing any client, who in my experience tend to have disappointingly low expectations. Most artists and designers I know would rather work all night than turn in a sub-standard job. It is a universal truth that all artists think they a frauds and charlatans, and live in constant fear of being exposed. We believe by working harder than anyone else we can evaded detection. The bean-counters rumbled this centuries ago and have been profitably exploiting this weakness ever since. You dont have to drive creative folk like most workers. They drive themselves. Just wind em up and let em go."

That's just one of many. It goes on and on with unrelenting accuracy to describe the wringer that creative people put themselves through. Granted, he's speaking from the perspective of the Always Hungry World of Advertising but each of these insights completely apply to the World of Tech as well. Designs, prototypes, MVP's, insane deadlines and client demands are just as relevant as concept sketches and pitch lines. They may just be more coal for the fire.

I absolutely don't think of myself as some inspired creative along the lines of Linds Redding. Hell, I barely count myself as a creative but I do feel the drive to prove my self-worth through my work and it's scary to see the potential emptiness on the other side of that.

Many thanks to Jason for the heads up that it existed.

I listen to a decent amount of podcasts, we all listen to a decent amount of podcasts. Even if it's just one or two, that's a decent amount. Here's a few things I heard this week worth sharing:

• WTF with Mark Mothersbaugh - hearing the story of DEVO, Mothersbaugh's entry into soundtracking Pee-Wee's PlayHouse and his journey through subversive commercials is a damn good listen. I could have stood to have heard at least another hour.
• Chris Gethard with Tim Heidecker - just a chit-chat between two seemingly off-kilter dudes. It's extremely pleasant but continuously amusing.
• Safe As Milk #50 - hosts Mike and Adam pay homage to Hot Ones by scalding their mouths with wings. Even if these two are complete unknowns to you, hearing strangers lose their minds over a completely voluntary eating competition is worth your time.

What else should I be listening to?

Excellent sign off from Mossberg about the state of, and future of, technology

My daughter actually submitted this feedback at school. Not sure if I should ground her or buy her ice cream... https://t.co/4v8Gjb9riv

Guy in front of me at the gas station wearing a Make America Great Again hat and he's paying with a check. More like Make America Wait Again

I did it. I finally did it. After months of not-so-subtle pestering I wrangled my way into an episode of Harry Says Yes. The show, hosted by sarcastic absurdist Harry Nelson, is tangential discussions loosely structured around various games and questions. It's hard to explain but I've been listening to it for months and find something delightful about the banter between Harry and his guests. Hence my pestering to be a part of it.

I had a great time but haven't even listened back to the episode yet. If it's awful, never tell me* because I'm still riding the euphoria wave of being involved at all.

You can listen to the episode pretty much anywhere you listen to podcasts - i.e. iTunes, Overcast, Tumblr.

* You can tell me, honesty is good

If you are somehow not familiar, Rob Sheridan is a graphic designer who has been deeply entrenched in the world of Nine Inch Nails (and How To Destroy Angels) visuals for the past 15 years. His origin story in working with the band is what every enthusiastic fan dreams of, he was discovered by Trent through his NIN fan site and brought on board to the team. Looking back over the past decade plus of visuals from that realm is impressive to say the very least.

Sheridan has recently left the NIN world, seeking out new personal projects and letting some new life be injected in his absence. This WARP Magazine interview covers all that and a whole lot more; including his political take, how Year Zero has become more than just a warning and his policy on sharing techniques. Definitely worth your time for a read through.

There's a series of movie posters from Jordan Bolton that lays out a large amount of objects from a particular film in a Evidence Map kind of presentation. He's covered Twin Peaks, plenty of Wes Anderson films and even some less contemporary pieces like Breakfast at Tiffany's. They're well made and fun to pore over.

There's another series that maps locations within the film, from an overhead architectural style viewpoint; covering the likes of Lost in Translation, Marie Antoinette and a few more.

I suggest going over the whole portfolio and/or following along on Instagram for the latest and greatest.

Excited to announce that Nashville rockers @repeatX2 have signed to @dangerbird and that we're putting out their ne… https://t.co/56Yg6faVV7

"when you travel your first discovery is that you do not exist."

Wikitribune hits its goal! Still time to back if you’d like to help. https://t.co/nkUIkGMEiJ

@yewknee I am ready to experience more.

@yewknee There's an overall "fuck it" vibe I can't help but admire

I recently stumbled on The Cat Wheel, a well designed infinity treadmill for your feline (and small canine) friends. It is, ostensibly, for cat exercise but after watching this video of it in action, it's clearly for human amusement as much as any other purpose it serves.

I think there are actually several products out on the market. The One Fast Cat project seems to be the most affordable but the Go Cat Wheel looks a tiny bit better as the base is more concealed (tho it is twice the price).

That's a lot of info for a cat exercise device. Long story short, just find some videos of it in action and enjoy the rest of your life.

The Atlantic has run a series of satellite captures entitled Human Landscapes. Photo Editor Alan Taylor chooses a rather large region - i.e. Mexico, Canada or the American Southwest - and finds compelling examples of humanity carving its place out of nature. The images shared above are the tiniest sampling of the beautiful and unbelievable systems that humans have created. Some of those systems result in surreal configurations or unbelievably tidy arrangements.

I spent some time this weekend catching up with Nashville band Savoy Motel and I'm continuously struck by how well they manage to keep a balance of paying homage to their 70's aesthetic without being stiff about it. Their visual style aside, the songs are also an enjoyable endeavor for your ears. Give these a spin if you're not familiar:

• Souvenir Rock Shop - my introduction to the band and an excellent definition of their whole vibe.
• Western Version Boogie - the latest video (embedded above) and possibly the best example of a band actually enjoying themselves.
• Hot One - my least favorite of the bunch but it features a lot of fake saxophone playing so I certainly don't dislike it that much
• Sorry People - barn hanging goodness.
• KEXP Full Performance - just in case you were wondering, like myself, if they kept the look up outside of videos; they do.