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Goddamn. Just learned that DJ Dan died at 57. I did a 4 hour set downstairs at the legendary afterhours club Rise in Boston while he headlined in the main room upstairs in late 2012. A few months later, I helped run a show where he played in early 2013. This was the upstairs before DJ Dan started playing. The number of people in it tripled by the end of the night. I don't have many photos of the downstairs ...because I DJ'd for 4 hours, but this is one long exposure taken with me braced against a couch. The 2013 show was amazing. I saw a bunch of jaded drum n bass and dubstep fans realizing that house music was a lot of fun. I only spoke to him briefly, because I had a job (or more to the point, like 20 jobs) to do. He seemed like a very chill, down to earth guy, especially for someone as famous as he was. 57 is crazy young to pass.

Listened to this on Qobuz yesterday while doing yardwork. The sound quality and performance is outstanding. I recognized two of the songs from my youth but never noticed how good the band was. I'm going to have to track this down on a physical format. It's a keeper. Thanks for rec.

I have chosen Omron G6KU-2F relays, 5.2 mm high. Present space between pcb and heat sink is 9 mm. Can be increase with 1.5 mm. Use of a mica insulator will add another 2 mm. According to datasheet allowed ambient temperature is up to 85 degrees Celsius. Small 3D printed tool to bend output transistor legs. Makes my life easier. Intend to send gerbers to fabhouse in a few days.

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Flea's trumpet focused Honora. I'm not in the RHCP fan base (but am Jane's Addiction), so surprised at how enjoyable this is. ex.

Unsurprisingly, A fair amount of UK specific context is assumed, but a lot of this has been in the global news because of the people involved and public interest. Besides, it's nice to have a cold open / any content without a certain individual. Enjoy.

The cat looks really embarrassed

Few more from the interwebz via my drive. The one about chocolate I especially love because it is SO much Karen - sent it to her sisters and one said she cried she laughed so hard.

Saw a posting for this band on FB, checked more out and I like it! They do a couple of good covers on their album.... One original, one cover:

Yum. I love a good Puttanesca. Thanks for the recipe.

Too remote to protest, so I fought against clean air. Last varietal that I received in the gift pack for my buddy. Gurkha Beauty - 6,5”x58 A really nice smoke. Heading into the 30s again with 20s tomorrow. This winter will end at some point. I think I'm in the third or fourth false spring.

The wifey and her bestie cooked up a homemade pasta puttanesca last night that was spectacular. I got curious so searched a bit... This recipe from the NYT garnered a lot of love for those less inclined to eyeball it... https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/11583-pasta-puttanesca HS

Godspeed, James Tolkan.... https://deadline.com/2026/03/james-tolkan-dead-back-to-the-future-top-gun-1236768221/ HS

If they can fix the QC issues everybody is talking about, then I'm hyped. I never had issues with my sets but then again... I don't use them all that much.

I'm also interested in Halo Acoustics though I can't find their headphones in stock at Taobao. I also heard they're making a headphone in the 10,000 RMB range.

mientras tanto en México, if Only

Root Down - Live ! by Jimmy Smith (1972) https://open.qobuz.com/album/0060254782508 Example: Getting a Friday groove on with Jimmy.

Ross “The Boss” Friedman, Legendary Dictators and Manowar Guitarist, Dead at 72.

Sure @Pars - the rice is from the NYT Cooking site: https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/1022318-cilantro-rice?smid=share-url. That might be paywalled, always tough to tell with NYTC so let me know if it doesn't come through. It's the kids favorite rice. My only tweak is I use a little less onion powder and sub in some garlic powder. Enchilada Sauce - Ingredients 1 pound tomatillos 4 cloves garlic 2 jalapeno peppers 2 poblano peppers 2 serrano peppers (I usually can't find these so just up the poblanos) 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro ½ tablespoon cumin 1 tablespoon spicy chili powder Salt and pepper to taste 2 cups chicken broth Juice from 1 lime Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees. I actually just use the broiler, on low and first and then ramping up to high. Doesn't really go any faster but gives better char on the peppers in my experience. Peel away the dry husk and rinse the tomatillos. Chop them in half and set them skin sides up onto a lightly oiled baking sheet. Slice all of the peppers in half lengthwise and set them onto the baking sheet. You might need more than one sheet. Also, remove the innards of the poblano before placing them. Add the garlic to the baking sheet and bake for 20-30 minutes, or until the pepper skins are nice and charred. You can also broil them, but don't set them too close to the heat source. Remove from heat and let everything cool a bit. Peel the skins from the peppers, if desired, and add to a food processor with tomatillos. Squeeze the garlic from their skins and into the food processor they go. **tip, but the peppers in a foil pouch and let them steam for a bit to make removing the skin easier** Add cilantro, cumin, chili powder and salt and pepper. **tweak - I use less chili powder, and leave the cilantro till the very end. I think the flavor is better that way** Process to combine. **I use an immersion blender in the pot I cook the stuff in after adding the broth** Add chicken broth and lime juice and process until smooth.**adjust broth amount based on how thick/thin you like your sauce. Pour the green enchilada sauce into a pan or a pot and simmer for 5-10 minutes or so to let the flavors fully develop. **don't over-cook the sauce. I cooked it all day once and the flavor seemed to break down too much. ** Final Assembly I always use corn tortillas, heating/softening them in the microwave in batches of no more than 10 as instructed on the package. Use anything from rotisserie chicken to baked, boiled, grilled, etc., as long as it's shredded. I usually season the chx lightly with homemade taco seasoning (Alton Brown's 19). 1.5lbs is usually enough for 20+ enchiladas. I stuff each tortilla with chicken and cheese, roll, place in a greased glass dish until its full. There's never too many enchiladas. Top liberally with sauce and cheese, bake at 350 for 25min (covered) and then uncover for another 5 minutes. Fresh grated cheese is always best, sometimes there's time, sometimes there's not. It's not a huge difference, but a nice one if you have the time. I usually mix colby-jack and cheddar. Go all out and get a little queso fresco if you want to go full fancy.

I don't know if this should be under podcasts, listening to, or here, but Norah Jones Is Playing Along with Jason Isbell

Those look great Nate! Would you share the recipe?

Obvious reasons.

The good news is that the 100mA fast-blow fuses are intact. So the load should be fine. So it's just the power supply maybe.. I'll try ordering diode bridges tomorrow. Looks like it's time to replace them.