Episode 271: We’re On a First Name Basis

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Just once, I want Michael Barbaro to break character and start The Daily with “Act One: a Texas high school’s challenge to reopen in the era of the coronavirus. From WBEZ in Chicago, it’s This American Newspaper.” He’ll never do it, but with second dose fever dreams looming, anything is on the table. This week: bad Scooters, remotes get a little less universal, and half-hearted predictions around the forthcoming hum-drum spring Apple event. 🎵.Links:Taylor Swift Remade ‘Fearless’ as ‘Taylor’s Version.’ Let’s Discuss. - The New York Times Fearless (Taylor's Version) - Album by Taylor Swift | Spotify Non-Fungible Taylor Swift – Stratechery by Ben Thompson For Taylor Swift, the Future of Music Is a Love Story - WSJ Best Buy tests new membership program with tech support, free shipping Logitech Harmony universal remotes are being discontinued | TechHive What to expect from Apple’s “Spring Loaded” event on April 20 | Ars Technica Apple (AAPL) Working on Combined TV Box, Speaker to Revive Home Efforts - Bloomberg Find Your Snacks | KIND Snacks Stoggles | your everyday goggles – Stoggles, Inc. Homeroom Mac + Cheese

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