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fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Tom Lehrer, influential musical satirist, dies at 97

Tom Lehrer, a renowned musical satirist, has passed away at age 97.
fromVulture
5 days ago

Love Island: Beyond the Villa Recap: It's Not That Serious

The complexities of fame and the pressures of reality television often overshadow initial desires for popularity and influence.
fromConsequence
1 week ago

Pantera, Primus, Ghost Pay Tribute to Ozzy During Their Respective Concerts

Bands on tour paid tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, recognizing his influence and contributions to rock music.
#leadership
Women in technology
fromInfoQ
2 months ago

From Code to Charisma: Emotional Mastery for Tech Leaders

Influence is crucial in the tech industry for guiding decisions, aligning teams, and driving innovation.
Emotional regulation is essential for maintaining a balanced and rational mindset.
Women in technology
fromInfoQ
2 months ago

From Code to Charisma: Emotional Mastery for Tech Leaders

Influence is crucial in the tech industry for guiding decisions, aligning teams, and driving innovation.
Emotional regulation is essential for maintaining a balanced and rational mindset.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Winning vs. Beating: The Lawyer's Dilemma In Business And Beyond - Above the Law

Lawyers must prioritize long-term outcomes over immediate victories in negotiations.
US politics
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Who Killed Jeffrey Epstein?

Information gaps surrounding Epstein's case have led to widespread conspiracy theories regarding his death and connections to influential figures.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Phil and Don Everly lit up the charts before the Beatles arrived. A new book restores their legacy

Sibling rivalry in music often leads to both remarkable collaborations and dramatic fallouts, as seen with the Everly Brothers.
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 week ago

Inside the Launch of The Rich Reporter's Bold First Print Issue Featuring Dana White - Social Media Explorer

Dana White’s feature provides an unfiltered look at leadership under pressure, demonstrating how one can turn a bankrupt company into a global empire.
Media industry
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

How to Be More Charismatic, but Not Too Much More

Researchers have identified that charisma comprises two key traits: influence, which conveys confidence and competence, and affability, which fosters comfort and connection.
Psychology
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Turkey ramps up political influence in the Western Balkans DW 07/06/2025

The Namazgah mosque in Tirana symbolizes Turkey's growing influence in the Western Balkans through the construction of religious facilities.
Apple
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

Apple CEO Tim Cook says these 6 books shaped him

Tim Cook shared influential book recommendations that reflect themes of education, personal growth, and resilience.
fromIntelligencer
4 weeks ago

Have 'Best of' Lists Made Travel More Bland?

"We want to become the reference point for the best travel experiences across the world," says William Drew, the head of content for 50 Best, which in addition to its restaurant rankings publishes lists of hotels, bars, and vineyards.
Digital life
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

Looking for Positive Male Role Models? They're All Around You

Boys emulate male role models, possibly leading to unhealthy behaviors if influenced by online figures.
Positive everyday influencers in their lives should be prioritized for guidance.
fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago

Adam Sandler joins wave of support for beloved Manchester, N.H., teacher who died

A beloved teacher, Donald J. 'T' Tibbetts, passed away at 74, honored by tributes including one from Adam Sandler.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

How to transform a boring speech and improve your public speaking skills

Captivating audiences requires distinctive, memorable communication techniques to make messages stick.
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Why Executive Branding Matters Now More Than Ever | Entrepreneur

In today's environment, your personal brand is not just a reflection of your reputation - it is a critical lever for business growth, cultural impact and long-term relevance.
Marketing tech
fromTheartnewspaper
1 month ago

'I've been in the art world long enough to trust my eye': Suzanne Syz on how she collects

Suzanne Syz's journey in art began with significant relationships and bold acquisitions, influencing her jewelry design and collection.
Her instinctual approach to art buying emphasizes trusting one’s eye and seizing opportunities.
#social-media
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago
Social media marketing

He's a master of outrage on X. The pay isn't great.

Dominick McGee, once a 'nobody,' rose to prominence as a right-wing influencer with millions of followers on social media.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
UK politics

Nigel Farage is a hit on TikTok but are young voters listening or laughing?

Nigel Farage's influence on TikTok outmatches that of other UK politicians, raising questions about social media's impact on electoral success.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Nigel Farage is a hit on TikTok but are young voters listening or laughing?

Nigel Farage's influence on TikTok outmatches that of other UK politicians, raising questions about social media's impact on electoral success.
#brian-wilson
fromEntrepreneur
7 years ago
Music

Inspiring Quotes From Brian Wilson of The Beach Boys | Entrepreneur

Brian Wilson's 'Pet Sounds' is a cornerstone of pop music that influenced major works like The Beatles' 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band.'
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Music

He taught the world how to smile': Brian Wilson bandmates pay tribute along with Bob Dylan, Elton John and more

Brian Wilson, influential musician, remembered fondly by bandmates for his humility, creativity, and mentorship in shaping American music.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

He taught the world how to smile': Brian Wilson bandmates pay tribute along with Bob Dylan, Elton John and more

Brian Wilson, influential musician, remembered fondly by bandmates for his humility, creativity, and mentorship in shaping American music.
#steve-jobs
fromThe Verge
1 month ago
Apple

The Steve Jobs Archive shares stories, videos, and notes of his famous commencement speech

Steve Jobs' Stanford speech has had a lasting influence, celebrated on its 20th anniversary with new resources from the Steve Jobs Archive.
Apple
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

The Steve Jobs Archive shares stories, videos, and notes of his famous commencement speech

Steve Jobs' Stanford speech has had a lasting influence, celebrated on its 20th anniversary with new resources from the Steve Jobs Archive.
Film
fromOpen Culture
1 month ago

Read the Original 32-Page Program for Fritz Lang's Metropolis (1927)

Metropolis set a visual and thematic standard for sci-fi, influencing many films and media for decades.
#sly-stone
SF music
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Sly Stone's Funky Revolution

Sly Stone revolutionized music in the '60s and '70s, blending genres and influencing future artists.
NYC music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

One of the greatest Bay Area musicians of all time has died at 82

Sly Stone, a renowned Bay Area musician, passed away at 82, remembered for revolutionizing music and influencing countless artists.
fromForbes
1 month ago

3 Ways To Influence Without Being An Influencer

Influence is the ability to affect someone's thoughts, decisions or behavior. By that definition, you already are an influencer.
Social media marketing
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

Simone Biles Called Out Swimmer Riley Gaines For Her "Sick" Anti-Trans Tweet

Simone Biles received immense support and praise from fans for her recent posts, highlighting her influence and respect in the community.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Six great reads: the world's biggest YouTube star, a missing twin and a way to understand polarisation

MrBeast exemplifies modern popular culture, regarded as a unique genius despite the potentially degraded nature of his video content.
#elon-musk
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
US news

8 ways Musk and Trump could inflict pain on each other

Elon Musk's feud with Donald Trump signals a rift with potential political impact due to their immense influence.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
US politics

Republicans aren't following Elon Musk's lead anymore

Elon Musk's criticism of the GOP's 'Big Beautiful Bill' is largely ignored by Republican lawmakers.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

8 ways Musk and Trump could inflict pain on each other

Elon Musk's feud with Donald Trump signals a rift with potential political impact due to their immense influence.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

It was an I Will Survive for the 1990s': how McAlmont & Butler made Yes

It was a lonely time, but a lovely summer and I decided to do something uplifting and joyous. I wanted to make a piece of music that gave me the buzz those songs did.
London music
Independent films
fromCreative Bloq
1 month ago

"It's Coco meets Back to the Future, but rooted in Black culture and modern music": Matthew A Cherry on his next film Time Signature

Creativity often involves pressure to outperform previous successes, impacting an artist's workflow and decisions.
#comedy
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Madeleine Thien: I ran in blizzards and -20C all I wanted was to listen to Middlemarch'

The author reflects on formative reading experiences that shaped their thoughts on language, philosophy, and writing.
#trump-administration
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Trump's Government of Billionaires

Donald Trump's administration exemplifies the influence of wealth in politics, raising concerns about corruption and accountability.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Would You Rather Be Influential or Be an "Influencer"?

To be an "influencer", then, has become a single targeted goal, not the byproduct or consequence of significant self-driven work or actions.
Social media marketing
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 months ago

Who's Really Running Your Life? Invisible Influences You Never Think to Audit | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

You absorb moods, habits, priorities, even vocal patterns. And most of the time, you don't even realize it's happening.
Podcast
fromPodcaster News
2 months ago

The Podcast Academy Celebrates Two New International Awards At The Podcast Show London - Podcaster News

The Ambies celebrate excellence in podcasting, with inaugural awards for James Cridland and Steven Bartlett.
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

You Don't Need More Followers. You Need More Believers. | Entrepreneur

Not in 2025. Not in this economy, and definitely not in the one that's coming next.
Marketing tech
#trump
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago
US politics

Donald Trump Is a Crook, But He's Their Crook

Trump’s corruption represents an unprecedented level of presidential self-enrichment and favor-trading in American history.
fromDefector
2 months ago
US politics

NYT Reporter: It's Not Corruption Unless The Envelope Says "Bribe" On It | Defector

Trump's memecoin serves as a method for him to gain wealth and for others to gain presidential favor.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

Donald Trump Is a Crook, But He's Their Crook

Trump’s corruption represents an unprecedented level of presidential self-enrichment and favor-trading in American history.
US politics
fromDefector
2 months ago

NYT Reporter: It's Not Corruption Unless The Envelope Says "Bribe" On It | Defector

Trump's memecoin serves as a method for him to gain wealth and for others to gain presidential favor.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Stephen A. Smith Suggests MLB Reinstated Pete Rose as a Favor' to Trump

Stephen A. Smith suggests President Trump may have influenced MLB's decision to reinstate Pete Rose from ineligible list.
Mental health
fromInfoQ
2 months ago

Engineering Influence and Forgetting the Soft Skills

To influence effectively, communicate in ways that resonate with the audience's mental state.
#laura-loomer
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
2 months ago

Washington DC's 500 Most Influential People of 2025

Our selections span the ideological spectrum, and we’ve deliberately avoided including big-name "hired guns" whose influence stems more from communication skills and networks than from genuine policy expertise.
SF politics
fromScienceDaily
2 months ago

Gender characteristics of service robots can influence customer decisions

"In addition to robot gender, a consumer's sense of power -- how individuals perceive their ability to influence others or their environment -- can also affect how successful a service robot can be in making recommendations."
Women in technology
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Julian Edelman defends Bill Belichick's girlfriend after viral CBS interview

Belichick's relationship with Jordon Hudson raises questions about her influence on his career decisions.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
3 months ago

Spider-Man's lessons for us all on the responsibility to use our power, great or small, to do good

Spider-Man serves as a moral exemplar, influencing others with his creed of responsibility and relatability.
fromPitchfork
3 months ago

Eliana Glass: E

I love having muses in my life. You're inspired by them, and some element of them is embalmed in the music forever.
Music
Artificial intelligence
fromSocial Media Today
3 months ago

Study Shows That AI Bots Are More Persuasive Than Humans in Divisive Debate

AI bots can significantly sway opinions on divisive topics on social media, outperforming human users.
Concerns arise over ethical implications of using AI in sensitive discussions, particularly regarding user safety.
#architecture
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Roxane Gay: 'The level of harassment that you get, and the death threats and the rape threats... that part is really hard'

Roxane Gay's forthright commentary on social issues resonates with a wide audience, despite personal challenges.
Her influence continues through a substantial social media following, showcasing her unapologetic viewpoint.
Women
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Megyn Kelly slams Blake Lively's 'ridiculous' Time 100 recognition: 'She has no influence'

Megyn Kelly criticizes Blake Lively's inclusion on the Time 100 list, questioning her influence amid ongoing legal disputes.
fromBig Think
3 months ago

Your life is at the mercy of seemingly random tiny events

Small, seemingly random events significantly shape our lives and societies.
'Fluke' explores the profound impact of chaos, chance, and randomness on our experiences.
fromConsequence
3 months ago

FINNEAS Names His Five Favorite Guitarists of All Time

FINNEAS celebrates the legacy of influential guitarists while maintaining a humble perspective on his own abilities as a guitarist.
fromBustle
3 months ago

This Taylor Swift Song Inspired Emily Henry's New Romance Novel

In fleshing out such a noteworthy name, she drew inspiration from Swift's Folklore track, 'The Last Great American Dynasty,' and the woman it's about, Rebekah Harkness.
Fashion & style
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Tell us about your 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail' memories

Monty Python and the Holy Grail, created by the legendary British comedy troupe, is now recognized as a defining work in comedy history, influencing countless comedians.
Arts
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Steve Bannon tells me why Elon Musk is 'evil' - and his vision for Trump 2028

Steve Bannon remains a significant player in political strategy, influencing MAGA messaging and engaging actively with key individuals in Washington.
fromVulture
3 months ago

Addison Rae Hath Become Bjork

Addison Rae's new single "Headphones On" draws inspiration from iconic pop references and visuals, highlighting her embrace of nostalgia and homage to past pop legends.
Music production
#music
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

A self-described art thief': how Wayne Thiebaud channeled other artists

The art of Wayne Thiebaud embraces influence, demonstrating that acknowledging inspiration can elevate an artist's work rather than detract from it.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

At James Earl Jones Memorial, Denzel Washington and Whoopi Goldberg Share Stories

James Earl Jones was celebrated for his powerful acting, gentle guidance, and inspirational presence in the lives of young actors at his memorial.
#shenmue
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Don't Attack, Educate

When you're exposed to a viewpoint you dislike... you're likely to attack it... such an attack will resolve nothing, yet it may transition you into fighting mode.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Stirrings of lust and a ginger bush: the Jilly Cooper sentence that sent me down a rabbit hole

Wondering if she had a ginger bush, he felt the stirrings of lust. It's an electrifying sentence, penned by who else? the English novelist Dame Jilly Cooper in her 1985 novel Riders appearing during a charged encounter between a flame-haired socialite and bad-boy aristocrat Rupert Campbell-Black.
Books
#selena-quintanilla
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

NYC influencer issues warning to followers after terrifying break-in: 'Heart sunk to my feet'

So two years ago, a random man broke into my New York City apartment in the middle of the night while I was there, emphasizing the importance of safety for those living alone.
NYC real estate
fromwww.cnbc.com
3 months ago

3 underrated skills that make introverts 'perfectly positioned to excel' in work and life: They're 'superpowers'

Introverts possess unique strengths like deep listening that can be leveraged in leadership and professional settings.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

10 Wild Clips to Help You Understand Andy Kaufman's Greatness

Andy Kaufman revolutionized comedy within a decade, blending reality and fiction while influencing stand-up as an art form.
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

When Words Decide Fate

Words are tools. Some build bridges, while others burn them. A single word can change the tone of a conversation, redirect a decision, or reshape how someone is viewed.
Typography
Toronto startup
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Social media influencer and former government adviser jailed for sexually exploiting boy he met at Christian camp

Ramamoorthy, a motivational speaker and influencer, was convicted for sexually exploiting a minor.
The case highlights concerns about power abuse by influential figures.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Kate Middleton treats Prince William like 'a fourth child' and manages his tantrums: author

"Occasionally, William has little tantrums and irritations if things aren't done the way he wants them done... But Kate is very good at managing that in the same way that she manages the tantrums of their three children."
Parenting
fromWIRED
4 months ago

Who's Elon Musk's Biggest Fan? His Mom

Maye Musk plays a significant role in her son Elon's life and business endeavors while also establishing her own influence globally.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Peep Show' Still Proves That Self-Loathing Is Pretty Universal'

Peep Show, which chronicled two spiraling roommates in a grotty London flat, was highly influential in Britain and beyond, airing for nine seasons from 2003-2015.
London politics
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
4 months ago

Uncertainty Is Trump's Brand. But What if He Already Told Us Exactly What He's Going to Do?

Donald Trump's unpredictability is a strategic tactic that enhances his power and keeps both allies and opponents guessing.
US politics
fromWIRED
4 months ago

The United States of Elon Musk Inc.

Elon Musk's business interests and Donald Trump's political ambitions are deeply entwined, affecting governance and influence in the U.S.
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