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Joseph Lyttleton

(He/Him)
Madrid
Covers:  Politics, commerce, science, art, pop culture, music, literature.
From '05 to '15, lived a year in 10 US cities. Now in Spain. Avid follower of global politics, pop culture, and KU basketball. Writer, editor, freelancer.

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Itinerant writer talks of living, and dreaming, on $20,000 a year

Itinerant writer talks of living, and dreaming, on $20,000 a year

The Washington Post — I am a perpetual stranger, moving to a new city every year. I'm not a businessman, or an international superstar for that matter. I'm a writer. My average yearly income hovers just north of $20,000 and comes from waiting tables and manning the till at bookstores. I live on little.

The Dasgupta Review urges us to rethink the economics of climate change and nature

The Dasgupta Review urges us to rethink the economics of climate change and nature

The Millennial Source — On February 2, Indian-British economist and professor Sir Partha Dasgupta published "The Economics of Biodiversity: The Dasgupta Review."

AI Is Not Your Friend

AI Is Not Your Friend

10cities10years.com — A few days ago, I had one of those middle-of-the-night thoughts: How long will it be before one or more of my clients decide they'd rather have subpar AI-generated text for free rather than pay for what I produce? The thought kept me up for about a half hour, then I slept.

Returning to the Road: The 60th anniversary of On the Road

Returning to the Road: The 60th anniversary of On the Road

Medium — This article originally appeared on 10cities10years.com "That's not writing, that's typing." Truman Capote's famous dismissal of Jack Kerouac's On the Road has been spat at me dozens of times. The book that, for a time in American history, defined "hip" is now a very uncool thing to like.

Local Promotions: Making the most of Ads and Google & Facebook Posts.

Local Promotions: Making the most of Ads and Google & Facebook Posts.

localistico.com — If there is one thing this last 16 months has reinforced for essentially everyone, it's the significance of real-life human contact. That's just as true for businesses as it is for people. As a retailer, now is the time to encourage greater foot traffic in your physical locations.

The Dasgupta Review offers economically viable solutions for combating climate change

The Dasgupta Review offers economically viable solutions for combating climate change

The Millennial Source — In the recently published report, "The Economics of Biodiversity: The Dasgupta Review," Indian-British economist and professor Sir Partha...

'I Lived In 10 U.S. Cities in 10 Years-Here's What I Learned About America'

'I Lived In 10 U.S. Cities in 10 Years-Here's What I Learned About America'

Newsweek — Not long after my 22nd birthday, I left my hometown, Lawrence, Kansas, to spend the summer with my then-girlfriend in Charlotte, North Carolina. She was still in college and had an internship there; I'd just graduated with an English degree but no direction. That's how my project, "10 Cities/10 Years," began.

How to Drink Whiskey Like a Pro | Beyond Ages

How to Drink Whiskey Like a Pro | Beyond Ages

beyondages.com — For many men, there is no rite of passage more exciting - or more intimidating - than becoming a whiskey drinker. In movies and TV shows, in rock, rap, and country music, whiskey and Scotch drinkers are the height of cool. In the real world, many of the best stories start with, "I was drinking some whiskey..."

Yahweh's Children

Yahweh's Children

amazon.com — Yahweh's Children - Kindle edition by Lyttleton, Joseph. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading Yahweh's Children.

How to Make a Pickleball Court at Home in 5 Minutes with Chalk or Tape

How to Make a Pickleball Court at Home in 5 Minutes with Chalk or Tape

pickleballportal.com — In 2014, news reports called pickleball the fastest-growing sport in America. This oddly named sport has been around since 1965, but in the last decade, its emergence onto the scene as a popular alternative group outdoor activity has catapulted it into the national spotlight.

Understanding the legacy of "Trickle-Down Economics"

Understanding the legacy of "Trickle-Down Economics"

The Millenial Source — Though originally a criticism of the economic policies of President Ronald Reagan, "trickle-down economics" is now the phrase most commonly associated with the supply-side economic theory that underpinned so-called "Reaganomics." It has become so ingrained in the culture that even the current Trump administration has used the phrase positively when describing their economic policies.

How did an anonymous post launch the conspiracy movement, QAnon?

How did an anonymous post launch the conspiracy movement, QAnon?

The Millenial Source — Ever since an anonymous 4chan post in 2017 launched the QAnon conspiracy movement, mainstream media outlets have attempted to shed light on its byzantine belief system. In 2018, NBC News published a piece that unmasked three people responsible for the spread of QAnon, suggesting one or more of them may be "Q."

21 Iconic Watches Worn In Movies (Hollywood Watch Spotting) - WatchRanker

21 Iconic Watches Worn In Movies (Hollywood Watch Spotting) - WatchRanker

watchranker.com — After movie stars, some of the most iconic aspects of films are the luxury items and fashion accessories of the characters. The Ferrari in Ferris Bueller’s Day Off is essentially the fourth star of that film, while the Omega Seamaster watch that James Bond wears in Goldeneye is integral to the plot. The fact is, watches and films have a long, interconnected history.

The Guide To Gift Giving

The Guide To Gift Giving

www.kustomproductsinc.com — You know what I'm going to say: The holidays are coming! It's true, the lights are up, Bing Crosby's voice is stuck in yourhead, and you've officially put your diet on hold until next year. Of course, there's another sign that we've officially reachedgift-giving season: Stress!

Why Businesses Need to Take GDPR Compliance Seriously

Why Businesses Need to Take GDPR Compliance Seriously

businesspartnermagazine.com — On May 25, 2018, the General Data Protection Regulation, or GDPR as its known, went into effect. Anyone who has spent even a minute on the internet in the last month has likely been bombarded by pop-ups and updated terms of service notifications related to the GDPR.

Understanding Toxic Masculinity: Why It's Holding You Back

Understanding Toxic Masculinity: Why It's Holding You Back

beyondages.com — It's a confusing time for men. Over the last half-century, male societal roles have changed enormously. It's no longer assumed a man will be the main breadwinner in a couple; he might not even work. Male-dominated sectors have largely given over to non-gendered spaces, and men are encouraged to have - even embrace - a "feminine side."

Syrians decry the "dehumanizing propaganda and disinformation" of pro-Assad leftists

Syrians decry the "dehumanizing propaganda and disinformation" of pro-Assad leftists

The Millenial Source — In the name of "anti-imperialism," self-identified leftists dismiss all criticism of Assad's regime. In response, more than 60 Syrian activists, academics and artists have co-signed an open letter calling out left-wing activists who have ignored or denied Assad's actions. As of March 2021, the civil war in Syria has been waged for a full decade.

In the words of a Dreamer: An exclusive interview with a DACA recipient

In the words of a Dreamer: An exclusive interview with a DACA recipient

The Millennial Source — The Trump administration's decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program in 2017 immediately set up a protracted legal battle. With the United States Supreme Court set to decide on the fate of the program later this year, legal experts are wrestling with the legacy of DACA and how much good it really accomplished.

The history of Gay Pride

The history of Gay Pride

The Millennial Source — The parade in New York City on June 28, 1970, known as Christopher Street Liberation Day, is generally credited with being the first Gay Pride parade. June is Gay Pride Month, not just in the United States, but in countries all around the world.

Biden and the Democrats must avoid the GOP's bipartisanship trap

Biden and the Democrats must avoid the GOP's bipartisanship trap

Medium — The single most important thing we want to achieve is for President Obama to be a one-term president." So said then-Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell in October 2010, a little over a week before the midterm elections flipped the House of Representatives to the Republicans and narrowed the Democrats' lead in the Senate.

The 50 Best Movies For Guys to Watch in 2023

The 50 Best Movies For Guys to Watch in 2023

beyondages.com — Looking for the best movies to watch for guys? Dive into our top picks for ultimate entertainment, tailored for the guys' night in!

Bienvenido to Madrid

Bienvenido to Madrid

The International Reporter — Joseph Lyttleton, a Madrid-based writer and editor, shares his thoughts on Stray Cats, a new collection of essays and photographs edited by