Reading
Gadget catalogs from the past, including fun names like “Our Space-age Product Catalog” & “Products That Think”. via kottke.org
This reading list explores the complex history of Italian cuisine and how it's portrayed, going beyond typical romanticized narratives. via @Longreads

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Jason Kottke shares a link announcing the release of Deb Chachra's new book, "How Infrastructure Works: Inside the Systems That Shape Our World," which is receiving positive reviews.
via kottke.orgJason Kottke shares Ted Gioia's article that focuses on 12 questions he's dedicated his life to exploring. The comment section features a thoughtful discussion about the challenges of balancing creative pursuits with everyday life.
via kottke.orgTim Carmody responds to Dave Winer's "textcasting" concept for a decentralized social media protocol, agreeing with its goals but highlighting potential obstacles. via kottke.org

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