#161 - Fake Musicians & Instagram | Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert | Singing to Babies
Nick found a wild piece in ProPublica about an Instagram verification scheme that relied on Google’s criteria for identifying trending musicians as a short cut to verification. It’s a wild ride! [ProPublica]
Song: Bitchin Bajas - “Amorpha”
Greg gives us a rundown on the first of two Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concerts. The one, from this past week, happened in London and featured an All Star list of guests. Some of Greg’s favorite moments include:
Finally, for any parent out there that sings made up or silly songs to your kids, well done! Jay fills us in on an article from The Atlantic called “What Babies Hear When You Sing to Them” and it’s delightful read. [Atlantic]