Was intrigued by the accusation that the council of Barnet was going to be the only council not to invest in Arts by cutting funding to Artsdepot. The whole debate in the Evening Standard article a few days ago made me want to know where exactly does “creativity” happen and if you can start mapping… Continue reading Mapping creativity in London?
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Slovenian wines: a map
I went to Slovenia last year and it was beautiful. As with all fo.am events we ate a lot and drank a lot and during the last meal, enjoyed a long wine-tasting evening. The maitre de cérémonie had made a map which I have turned into a digital thing. It seems Slovenian wines are a… Continue reading Slovenian wines: a map
The politician’s handbook to East London
A few weeks ago, I was chatting to Korinna who told me that the big trend in construction, post economic downturn, is refitting old buildings. I was reminded of this when reading that the Olympic Park Legacy Company was looking for ideas on what to do with the Olympic Media Centre if the decided not… Continue reading The politician’s handbook to East London
Trans vs Inter
Transmedia, transdisciplinary, etc.. are clearly a fashionable expression but really… “Trans is a Latin noun or prefix, meaning “across”, “beyond” or “on the opposite side”.” “Inter is a Latin prefix meaning “between”, among, or “within a group”.” Same difference? Not? Dunno but it’s bugging me.
I feel old
Older professional man: “Alex very helpfully said she’s take a look to see if her amazing rolodex might have any opportunities for you” Young graduate: “I would be much obliged if I can find an opportunity at Rolodex in some capacity.” *starts crying*
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Papercamp 2 writeup
The power of postcards View more presentations from Alexandra Deschamps-Sonsino. PaperCamp is a sweet and strange little weekend affair. Mostly attended by friends or friends of friends, you end up having conversations about stuff, work, life and everything in between. Not quite recovered from my recent travels, I hastily put together a short rant on… Continue reading Papercamp 2 writeup
The Next 10 years in the “future” of science.
Took part in a panel on the next 10 years of science to celebrate Centre for Life’s 10 year anniversary. I was thrilled and terrified all at the same time as people with a significant impact on how science is perceived were taking part in this panel. People who fund science, write books about science,… Continue reading The Next 10 years in the “future” of science.
McKinsey reports on women in business
The problem with the women in tech reports, i’ve decided, is the questionnaires they make you fill out. Horrible.
Coffee Map: London 2010
Honestly, some things don’t need to use dead trees or could do with a digital version people can really use thank you very much. This coffee map from the World Barista Championship website is one of them and I made a Google map for it. Enjoy. View The Coffee Map: London 2010 in a larger… Continue reading Coffee Map: London 2010