Premier Law Group - July 2020

Premier Law Group - July 2020

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July 2020

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A Few of My Favorite Podcasts

reanalyze things because there will always be new information out there and something new to learn. When we’re willing to learn, assimilate new information, and make decisions with that new information rather than ignoring it, we can change the outcome of potentially disastrous events. “Cautionary Tales” showcases many stories about the importance of asking questions and learning information, ideas, and perspectives. Listen at TimHarford.com/articles/cautionarytales. ‘Science Vs’ Each week, the host picks a topic and dissects it. Like the previous two podcasts, “Science Vs” is about asking questions and questioning our beliefs about any given topic. They dig into the science behind the issues. They’ve tackled a wide range of things, including 5G, vaping, killer asteroids, and the coronavirus. You won’t find any assumptions here. They talk to experts in the field and break down fact from fiction. They leave no stone unturned and you leave every episode more informed than when you started. Check it out at GimletMedia.com/shows/science-vs. ‘The Flop House’ This podcast is a little different. It’s a comedy podcast hosted by three friends who watch a bad movie and then talk about it. It’s very entertaining. I will admit, some people won’t find it as funny as I do. It features many deep cuts into genres like sci-fi and fantasy — and they make a lot of comic book references. This podcast is great if you love pop culture and watch a lot of movies and TV or other pop culture- driven media. Listen to episodes at FlopHousePodcast.com. You can find each podcast on their respective websites or your favorite podcast app, including on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Pocket Casts, and many more. Each has something interesting to say. They’re about discovery and learning — much like “Star Trek,” the original series of the late 1960s. Just as that show offered new perspectives, these podcasts do the same. I believe it’s important that we should all be on a lifelong trek to learn new things, to challenge our assumptions, and to be as informed as possible so we can put ourselves on the best path forward.

Over the past several months, many of us have been in quarantine or on “lockdown.” With the economy in various stages of opening and protesters and counterprotesters letting their voices be heard, there is a lot going on. At the same time, many people are still at home or spending a lot of their time there. You may be one of them! You also might be looking for new ways to pass the time — and maybe learn a little something along the way. Podcasts are an excellent way to do just that. This month, I want to share a few of my favorite podcasts and maybe give you something new to listen to this summer that isn’t the news or social media. ‘Revisionist History’ This podcast is hosted by Malcolm Gladwell, the best-selling author of books like “The Tipping Point” and “Talking to Strangers.” As an author, he blends science with storytelling, and he’s very good at it. His podcast, “Revisionist History,” takes a look at various events or people and gets into their historical significance. He looks at objects through different lenses and offers different perspectives on events or people we might not be aware of. This podcast is about questioning assumptions and beliefs. Gladwell isn’t afraid to ask, “Why do we believe the things we believe?” Answering that question, and the others Gladwell brings up in this podcast, is a good exercise for me as a trial lawyer and in my representation of clients. “Revisionist History” is a great way to expand the way you think, and the way Gladwell encourages that is amazing. Find episodes at RevisionistHistory.com. ‘Cautionary Tales’ Every episode of “Cautionary Tales” takes a historical event and goes back to the “beginning” of that event. It looks at causes and effects that resulted in some sort of disaster or something that went catastrophically wrong. It’s interesting to see how several historical events truly played out. There is rarely one bad decision or single incident that gets the ball rolling. It’s usually a series of small mistakes or seemingly minor things that lead to a ripple effect, getting bigger and bigger, until disaster strikes. As the name implies, “Cautionary Tales” is about things we can learn from. It shows just how important it is to analyze and

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A Meal for Every Member of the Family Meals on Wheels Goes the Extra Mile

What Do Julius Caesar and BuffaloWings Have in Common? Fun Facts About the Month of July serve the local pet community. When volunteers made their rounds delivering meals to seniors, they made sure to bring cat and dog food along too. One volunteer with Meals on Wheels Atlanta, Larry Auberbach, had a unique experience delivering meals to Jeffery Jones and his dog, Grizzly. The volunteer told 11Alive News in Atlanta that Jeffery and Grizzly “have their own special relationship.” Larry loved Grizzly long before Meals on Wheels Atlanta started the pet pantry because he saw how much Grizzly’s companionship meant to Jeffery. Now, Larry enjoys his service that much more since he gets to provide for Jeffery’s beloved pet, as well. On top of delivering food to seniors and their pets, Meals on Wheels Atlanta also delivers pet toys and pet beds, and they are happy to take in any pet-related food or items for donation. The organization says this endeavor was done out of love, not only for the people they serve but also for the whole family — wagging tails, fuzzy whiskers, and all. the birth of Canada. The following year, Charles Monck, the 4th Viscount Monck and Canada’s first governor-general, signed a proclamation requesting that everyone in Canada celebrate their country’s independence on July 1. However, it wasn’t until 100 years later that the date officially became Canada Day. Most celebrations include fireworks and red and white attire, much like how Americans celebrate the Fourth of July. Got Wings? While chicken wings are a staple of Southern dining, they actually originated in upstate New York. In 1964, Teressa Bellissimo, co-owner of the Anchor Bar, started cooking leftover wings dipped in hot sauce for her son and his friends. After receiving enthusiastic feedback, Bellissimo put them on the menu. Over the next few years, the recipe’s popularity spread, and in 1977, former Buffalo mayor Stan Makowski declared July 29 to be National Chicken Wing Day. The reputation of the famous Buffalo wings continued to spread nationwide, and in the early ‘90s, wings became an international hit when McDonald’s, KFC, and Domino’s Pizza began selling them in the variety of flavors we know and love today.

Meals on Wheels doesn’t often get the credit it deserves. The international nonprofit ensures those who are unable to buy or make their own meals get the food they need to survive. Of course, for many recipients, the efforts of the organization go far beyond “survival.” For those who receive food daily or weekly, those deliveries may be their only source of social interaction. And during times of social distancing, the program became more important than ever. Meals on Wheels doesn’t just serve meals to the elderly and people with disabilities — it also serves those people’s pets. In 2019, Meals on Wheels Atlanta realized there was a huge need in their community to feed the pets of senior citizens. It stands to reason that if an elderly individual is unable to shop or cook for themselves, their pets may be in a similar predicament. And when someone’s pet is their entire world, making sure the animal is fed and healthy means everything. In response to this need, Meals on Wheels Atlanta began stocking up on cat and dog food, creating their own pantry to Most Americans associate July with Independence Day and everything the holiday entails, including traditional barbecue cuisine, fireworks, and summer vacations. However, in addition to the Fourth of July, this midsummer month has a rich history and offers fun opportunities for everyone to celebrate. ‘What’s in a Name?’ You’ve likely heard of Julius Caesar, the famous Roman dictator and general known for changing the Roman Empire’s political structure, innovating war tactics, and eventually dying after a legendary assassination. But did you know that July, Caesar’s birth month, wasn’t always called that? It was initially named Quintilis , which means “fifth” in Latin, because it was the fifth month of the ancient Roman calendar. Shortly after Caesar’s death, the month of Quintilis was renamed July in his honor. Of course, Caesar’s legacy didn’t end there. Before he died, he implemented the Julian calendar, which he based off of the Egyptian solar calendar, and it remained in place for over 1,500 years until the Gregorian calendar was introduced in the 16th century. Red, White, andWho? Similar to the Declaration of Independence for the U.S., Canada’s Constitution Act of 1867, signed on July 1 of that year, marks 2 www.premierlawgroup.com | 206-285-1743

Why Quibi Isn’t Making a Splash

The Hyped New Streaming Service Struggles on Release On April 6, 2020, a brand-new streaming service, Quibi, joined the ranks of established streaming giants like Netflix and Hulu. But Quibi, short for “quick bites,” does things differently. Rather than traditional TV shows and movies, it focuses on short-form content — shows and videos that are around 10 minutes in length and meant to be watched on the go. Notably, Quibi is only available on mobile devices. Unlike Netflix or Hulu, you can only access it from smartphones or tablets. Since Quibi’s debut, this fact alone has turned away many people. The Wall Street Journal reports that Quibi had a less-than-stellar launch partly due to timing. It launched in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic, meaning many potential subscribers were at home watching content on their TVs. Jeffrey Katzenberg, founder of Quibi and former Walt Disney Studios chairman, also expressed concern. Many people within the company itself worried that the April launch would be problematic. Analysts expect Quibi to lose around a half a billion dollars this year between releasing new content and dealing with the pandemic. The Wall Street Journal notes that programming and advertising costs are simply much higher than the revenue Quibi is generating from subscriptions. According to the Los Angeles Times, when Quibi launched, it was the fifth-most downloaded app in the U.S. on Apple’s App Store and Google Play. Less than two weeks later, it had dropped to No. 27. Thanks to mixed reviews about the content, the subscription cost ($4.99–$7.99 per month), and a densely saturated streaming market, Quibi simply isn’t making a splash. The app isn’t giving up just yet, though. Quibi has committed over $1 billion to developing new content this year. Plus, the company is working with major star power, including filmmakers Steven Spielberg and Sam Raimi and many award-winning actors. It remains to be seen if people will stick around for such short content, but streaming services are very much in demand. Netflix and Hulu continue to report huge growth, so streaming restrictions aside, Quibi’s fresh content may still be on everyone’s radar. Should you subscribe to yet another streaming service? With mixed reviews, subscription costs that rival fully fledged streaming services, and the fact that you can only indulge on your smartphone or tablet, it might be worth it to wait. While Quibi may appeal to some, it doesn’t seem to be the future of streaming.

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3 Travel Hot SpotsWhere Photography Is Forbidden

What is traveling without taking photos? With the excellent cameras on our smartphones and endless platforms to share our snapshots on, we’re taking more pictures than ever. But did you know there are certain destinations where visitors are not allowed to take photos? Here are three places where you must put the camera away. The Eiffel Tower Right now, you’re probably thinking about all the pictures of the Eiffel Tower you’ve seen or even taken yourself. After all, the Eiffel Tower is one of the most popular tourist spots in the world, but under French law, taking a photo of the Eiffel Tower at night — and then distributing that photo — is illegal. That includes posting the picture to social media.

a place of worship, and the Vatican considers it disrespectful to photograph such a holy place. However, there’s more to the story. In 1980, Japan’s Nippon Television Network Corporation bought exclusive rights to all photos and videos of the interior of the chapel because they funded the renovation of the chapel. While the Japanese corporation no longer holds these rights, the Vatican maintains the “no photos” rule. Uluru Also known as Ayers Rock, Uluru is one of the largest sandstone rock formations in the world. Located in the middle of Australia, Uluru is highly regarded by the Anangu Aboriginal people who call the region home. Photography around parts of the rock is forbidden out of respect for the Anangu people’s beliefs, specifically Tjukurpa , or the time when the world was created. Certain areas around Uluru are used for gender-specific rituals, and as a result, members of the opposite sex must never see these locales, including in photos. The Anangu say the restriction of photography ensures they adhere to their beliefs and never lay eyes on these sacred spots, even accidentally through a photograph.

French officials can send you a cease-and-desist order if they find your night photo because the tower’s nighttime light display is copyrighted. It was installed by French artist Pierre Bideau who owns the rights to the display. Do French officials search the web for your vacation photos? No, but they can take action if it’s brought to their attention. The Sistine Chapel While the Sistine Chapel may be home to incredible works of art originally painted by Michelangelo, it is also www.premierlawgroup.com | 206-285-1743

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