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The 5 Stages of Finding a Video on YouTube TV
Let me start with the numbers:

Over 1,300 hours of ad-free video. Over 390 hours of YouTube Music. Seventy-two videos downloaded for offline viewing. Six hours a day, on average, I’m wrapped in the arms of the Google algorithm. I’m not just a YouTube Premium user. I’m a goddamn lifer.

Editor’s Clarification:

This editorial focuses on the YouTube app experience on smart TVs—not the U.S.-only live TV service called YouTube TV.

We know, naming things is hard. Feel free to scream into the fridge about it. We did.

And yet, every time I try to find something I actually subscribed to on YouTube’s TV app, it’s like opening the fridge for the seventh time in five minutes hoping something edible will have magically appeared. Except this time, I’m screaming into the fridge—not out of hunger, but because that might actually do something.

Let’s not kid ourselves: this isn’t about “discoverability.” It’s about usability. The TV app behaves like it was designed by a group of interns who’ve only watched TikToks on mute. It actively hides the content you’ve asked to see. Want to catch the latest from a favourite creator? Hope you enjoy thumb marathons, because you’ll be scrolling right through a swamp of algorithmic suggestions, recycled Shorts, and clickbait thumbnails with more red arrows than a conspiracy board.

Where is the grid of my subscriptions—the very channels I chose to follow? It’s on mobile. It’s on desktop. But on the TV—the one screen made for lean back and binge—is nowhere to be found. Instead, you’re navigating a labyrinth that offers up MrBeast clones, AI-generated yoga horror, and 2017 makeup hauls before it even hints at what you came to watch.

The YouTube TV app is a UI fever dream. It gaslights you into thinking you never subscribed to anything. It’s like Netflix’s evil cousin who shows up at a big family dinner, drinks too much, and deletes your watch history before demanding you thank them for the privilege.

Let’s talk real-world obstacles:

Looking at my screen right now: the Subscriptions tab sits second from the bottom on the side menu. Fine. But open it? Chaos. No sorting by how recently something was published. No alphabetical logic. Just a disjointed list with scattered blue dots that are supposed to indicate “new” videos. Sometimes it’s a Short. Sometimes it’s something I already watched three days ago after hunting it down manually.

And active livestreams? Subscribed creators who are literally live right now? Not featured. Not even listed. I have to go spelunking to find them—usually long after they’ve signed off.

After twenty minutes of directional pad cardio and a minor thumb sprain from my Google remote, I might find what I came for. Or I might give up and let autoplay gaslight me into watching a jellyfish documentary. Again.

Let’s talk solutions:

A real Subscriptions tab. Up top. Visible. Permanent. No “algorithmic preview row” nonsense.

Let me sort and filter. By how recently something was published, by channel name, or last watched. Basic stuff.

Highlight the creators I support. If I’m paying for Premium, I should be able to see them—not whatever you’re trying to force-feed me.

Why it matters:
- Viewers get an actual chance to use the app without pulling a muscle or a mood.
- Creators we love get the engagement they deserve.
- YouTube gets to pretend it values its Premium subscribers (and maybe keeps us subscribed out of satisfaction rather than inertia).
Until then, I’ll be somewhere between Acceptance and Screaming in Fridge.

YouThoughts?

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30 May 2025
What’s Your Go-To WFH Undies?

We’re digging deep (and cheeky) into the world of work-from-home underwear habits—and we want your input! Pick the style that most often hugs your bits while you are answering emails, dodging Zoom invites, or procrastinating gloriously.

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28 May 2025
When “New Releases” Kill the Vibe: How YouTube Music Is Failing Premium Users
When “New Releases” Kill the Vibe

Let’s set the scene: it’s morning, you’re blurry-eyed but determined, you see three high-energy bangers in your YouTube Music “New Releases” playlist. You hit play, hop in the shower, and start feeling like the main character in a motivational montage. Then… ambient spaceship hum. No beat drop. Just audio Indica. And just like that, you’re staring at the tile wall contemplating the void.

What’s the deal, YouTube Music? For a service that touts personalization and claims to know our habits, how are you still this chaotic with your playlist curation?

We pay for YouTube Premium—we’re not here to play shuffle roulette with our circadian rhythm. So here are three solid solutions YT Music could implement immediately to fix this mess—without expecting users to search and build a custom playlist every damn time.
1. Add Energy-Based Filters to “New Releases”
Give us a basic energy level toggle—Low, Medium, High.
Spotify’s been doing this kind of vibe sorting for years, even factoring in BPM and acoustic analysis. YouTube, on the other hand, seems to think an ambient synth track belongs in the same list as an electro-pop dropkick.

Just let us filter “New Releases” by energy or activity:
- Shower Power Hour
- Get Shit Done
- Pre-Game
- Mood Rest
- Soft Landing
Tag it. Sort it. Serve it.
1. Smart Play Mode: Lock the Vibe, Then Flow
Imagine this: You start a playlist with a couple of upbeat tracks, and YouTube Music activates a Flow Guard mode. It keeps things high-energy until you finish the task or explicitly switch gears.

This should be context-aware playback: match vibe first, not just genre or artist. The current shuffle-style suggestion engine is lazy and totally unaware of continuity. It’s a vibe killer—literally.

If we “like” a song, don’t follow it up with a track that sounds like it belongs in a sound bath or a nature documentary. Read the room.
1. Let Us Calibrate the Vibe at the Start
Premium users deserve a Vibe Calibration Tool. Something dead simple:

“How are you feeling today?“
- Full Throttle
- Casual Cool
- Low Key
- Show Me Something New
- Surprise Me, but Keep it Cohesive
This feature would cue the algorithm in real time to our mood and context. No manual playlist-building, no search rabbit holes, no back-button rage.

Even better—save the calibration so future sessions start right where you left off. That’s what Premium should actually feel like.

Final Drop: Curation Is a Feature, Not a Luxury

YouTube Music has access to a massive catalogue, impressive AI tools, and endless user data. So why does it feel like a chaotic free-for-all every time you hit play?

If they want us to keep shelling out for Premium, they need to start treating curation as the product, not just the library. Right now, we’re not getting personalized—just randomized.

We’re done with mood whiplash mid-shower.

Over to You:

Have you had your own “WTF is this track?” moment with YouTube Music? Are you still building your own playlists just to survive a workout or morning routine? Drop your story in the comments or tag @turnipstyle—we’re listening (unlike YouTube Music).
27 May 2025
You Had One Job, Mary: Know Your Bloody Seat

By now, one might assume that flying has become as second-nature to people as ordering a coffee or complaining about slow Wi-Fi. And yet, somehow, somehow, every flight boarding gate seems to unleash a gaggle of dazed adults who act like they’ve never seen the inside of an aircraft—or a boarding pass—before.

I’m talking about those people. The ones who hold up the line because they don’t know their seat number. Who stop mid-aisle, clutching their carry-on like it’s a flotation device, blinking at the row numbers like they’re ancient runes. And I just have to ask:

How the hell did you lose your seat assignment between the gate and the plane?

It’s ten metres, tops. Maybe fifteen if you took a detour to snap a selfie or aggressively wedge your emotional support latte into the cup holder of your roller bag. You had one job, Mary. ONE. JOB.

It’s not complicated. This isn’t a Sudoku puzzle. This isn’t assembling IKEA furniture with instructions in Swedish. This is “12A.” That’s your entire mission. Know where your ass goes for the next three to five hours.

I can’t help but channel my inner Sigourney Weaver in Galaxy Quest:

“I have one job on this ship. It’s stupid, but I’m going to do it.”

Yes, exactly. And your job, Mary, is knowing your bloody seat.

This isn’t preschool circle time where we let you wander around until you find a spot that feels spiritually aligned. You don’t get to look around like “oh I’ll just sit here” and then act shocked when someone taps your shoulder with the tone of a parent who knows you’ve eaten the last cookie and lied about it.

You’re boarding an aircraft, not exploring a choose-your-own-adventure IKEA showroom.

And let’s talk about consequences: when you clog up the aisle, everyone else is stuck behind you like sad little sardines, overheating, over-it, and silently plotting your downfall. That’s minutes shaved off our precious lives we’re never getting back. All because you couldn’t be bothered to check the app, the email, the printed slip, or the gate agent who just told you your seat.

So here’s the solution, and I say this with love:
Get. Your. Shit. Together.

Pull up the app. Take a screenshot. Hell, have your seat number pinned to your shirt like a note from your kindergarten teacher to your mum.

“Hi! I’m in 23B today. Please help me find my way!”

Because if you’re going to act lost, you might as well look the part.

Let’s all reclaim those precious pre-takeoff minutes and leave the chaos to the luggage carousel where it belongs.

Because real talk? Your 5PM flight is now 75 minutes late, not because of weather, or maintenance, or a rare celestial event—it’s because every Mary on the umpteen flights before yours held up boarding by three precious minutes each. And time adds up, honey. You’re not just inconveniencing the people behind you—you’re slow-roasting the whole damn travel day like a soggy in-flight chicken wrap.

And if I wanted to be delayed by clueless wanderers, I’d go back to dating. Barf.

26 May 2025
Fair Isn’t Always Equal

Fair doesn’t mean you always get to be in the room.

Fair means the room is accessible to those who need it most.

Equity isn’t about everyone getting the same slice of pie; it’s about ensuring everyone has the opportunity to enjoy dessert, even if they need a different utensil to do so.

The Bus Fare

A disabled woman pays the same fare as everyone else, yet her journey is often more complicated. Ramps that don’t work, drivers who don’t wait, schedules that don’t flex. Equality is the same fare; equity is a system that ensures she arrives safely and with dignity.

The Pub Fare

At the pub, everyone pays the same for a pint, but not everyone feels equally welcome. The atmosphere, the accessibility, the unspoken norms—all can create barriers. Equality is the same price; equity is an environment where everyone feels they belong.

The Fair Ride

At the fair, the ticket price is the same for all, but the experience isn’t. For someone with sensory sensitivities, the lights and sounds can be overwhelming. Equality is the same ride; equity is offering options that let everyone enjoy the moment in their own way.

Housing and Food Security

In the broader context, equity means recognizing that systemic barriers have left some communities without even the basics. It’s not about handing out equal portions—it’s about rebuilding systems that were never fair to begin with.

Global Community

Being part of a global community means acknowledging that fairness isn’t about identical treatment, but about just treatment. It’s not about how much you get—it’s about how much you’re willing to give, especially when you already have enough.

Equity isn’t a policy—it’s a practice. A mindset. A commitment to stop comparing what others receive and start asking, “What do they need to thrive—and how can I help make that possible?”

So next time you’re tempted to say, “That’s not fair!”
Pause.
Ask yourself:
Is it unfair—or just not centred on me?

Choose better. Do better. Be better.

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13 May 2025
Flick, Fizzle, Fail: The Lighter Survey No One Asked For

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13 May 2025
Not Every Table Needs Your Chair: The Global Reality of Star Citizen’s Community
The recent Bar Citizen Beijing event, featuring John Crewe live on stage and a sneak peek at the RSI Meteor, triggered a ripple of reactions across the Star Citizen community. While many applauded the scale and polish of the event, a vocal minority in Western circles responded with a familiar refrain: Why wasn’t our region given that level of access?

Let’s break this down.
1. You Don’t Need to Be at Every Table
Star Citizen isn’t a Western-exclusive project. The player base is global, the fandom is global, and yes—the developer outreach is becoming global. That’s not favouritism. That’s growth.

China’s player community has proven its dedication through stunningly organized Bar Citizen events that rival official CitizenCons in both attendance and presentation. The fact that a major developer appeared in person at a non-Western fan gathering isn’t an affront to anyone. It’s a reflection of global community engagement. If your gut reaction is jealousy, examine why you think your region should always come first.
1. This Wasn’t a Secret
Thanks to fan uploads, translations, and the hyperspeed information relay that is Star Citizen Reddit, every quote, teaser, and bit of dev insight from Beijing was online before most players had finished their morning coffee. There was no gatekeeping, no NDA, and no inner circle.

There has been a somewhat massive deluge of leaks in the past day or two. This is combined with the China bar citizen today which gave a crapton more information because for one reason or another the Chinese seem to be able to actually ask the developers straightforward questions and get straightforward answers… — spider0804

This wasn’t a backroom briefing. It was a public event shared with the entire community in near real-time. Acting like you were excluded isn’t just inaccurate—it’s petulant.
1. Take a Breath and Check Your Privilege
The real issue here isn’t truly about access. It’s about comfort and shifting expectations. For a long time, the Western community has enjoyed a default centrality in Star Citizen’s communications and events. Seeing that shift—even slightly—sparks anxiety.

But that’s not being pushed out. That’s just the reality of a growing, global community. Other regions are stepping up, building their own fandoms, and doing so with style. If you’re uncomfortable with that, it’s time to reflect, not react. The future of Star Citizen isn’t any one region’s to gatekeep.

Final Thought

You don’t have to be in the room to be part of the conversation. The Star Citizen community is evolving beyond borders. If you’re not ready to embrace that, the problem isn’t the game’s direction—it’s your expectations.

Pull up a seat when you’re invited. Otherwise, let others host with pride.

Developer Insights

John Crewe provided updates on several upcoming features during the event:
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All ships will soon be nameable.

Doors will be strengthened to make breaches harder.

Missions designed exclusively for capital ships are in development.
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Regarding the release of the Idris-P, Crewe mentioned that more information would be revealed during the upcoming Invictus Launch Week, suggesting that players should stay tuned for updates at that event.

About Star Citizen

Star Citizen is an ambitious, crowdfunded space simulation game developed by Cloud Imperium Games. Blending open-world exploration, space combat, trading, and a living universe that evolves with player actions, it’s been in active development since 2012 and has raised over $650 million USD from its global community. While still in alpha, Star Citizen has cultivated one of the most passionate—and vocal—fandoms in gaming.
12 May 2025
Why Thriple Is Better Than Throuple in Triad Love

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Somewhere between a portmanteau and a polite giggle, “throuple” stumbled into the modern lexicon to describe a romantic and/or sexual relationship between three people. And like many trendy terms, it sounds cute, but crumbles under scrutiny. Much like calling an ostrich a “sky chicken”—technically feathery, but you’re missing the point.

Let’s get one thing straight (pun entirely unintentional): if a couple is two people joined in a mutual, often intimate partnership, then a triad relationship—whether emotionally or physically exclusive—is not just a couple with one extra seat at the dinner table. It’s an entirely different relational architecture.

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The Case for “Thriple”:

“Throuple” feels like someone slapped “three” on “couple” and called it a day. But here’s the thing—a triad is not a scaled-up couple. The dynamics in a triadic relationship are exponentially more complex than what the word “couple” implies. There are three sets of interpersonal relationships to navigate, not just one: A+B, B+C, A+C, and then the collective A+B+C. And if we’re being really honest, “throuple” reads like a cutesy side character in a sitcom who’s there for comic relief and maybe a quirky three-way joke.

By contrast, “thriple” hits differently. It sounds equal. Deliberate. Considered. It feels like what it is: three people, equally engaged in a single, cohesive relationship. No one is third-wheeling. No one is the “add-on.” It’s not a couple with a fun friend. It’s a thriple.

And that matters—because words shape perception. You can’t build equitable, intentional relationships on hand-me-down language designed for something else entirely.

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Why It’s About More Than Semantics:

Language is a sneaky bastard. It shapes how we think, how we frame relationships, and how society treats them. If we don’t create new language for new structures, we end up forcing everything into the same old templates. That’s how you end up with three people trying to fit themselves into a two-seat ideology—and someone’s always going to be squished.

This is also why we need to stop waiting for “commonality” or precedent before accepting something as valid. Just because something doesn’t have a neat dictionary definition (yet) doesn’t mean it’s not real, healthy, or worthy of recognition. Let’s stop acting like language needs to catch up before we acknowledge reality. Sometimes, we need to name the thing to make space for it.

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We Built Something You Don’t Have Words For:

So no, I wouldn’t want to be in a “throuple.” I’d want to be in a thriple—something rooted in intention, not whimsy. If we’re going to talk about diverse relationships, let’s do it with vocabulary that actually honours the structures we’re describing. And if that means making up a new word because the old ones don’t fit—well then, good. It’s about bloody time.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”8822″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row]

08 May 2025
Beaver. Not Pussy.

Look Before You Grab.

Let’s start with the current hot topic: booing.

Canadian hockey and sports fans have been admonished for booing the U.S. national anthem at events. This follows weeks of threats against Canadian sovereignty from the U.S. president and his administration, not to mention the inception of a trade war. And now, suddenly, we’re expected to act nice?

Fuck that idea right the fuck off.

The conditioning to stay silent and compliant isn’t going to work anymore.

We are done. We are tired of this toxic relationship. We are not going to be the polite, subservient partner who keeps quiet while being disrespected and threatened.

Think back to how much children’s television talent in the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s came out of Canada—whether in talent or production. Shows like Mr. Dressup, The Friendly Giant, Polka Dot Door, and Today’s Special shaped generations with messages of kindness, inclusion, and being a good neighbour. Later, Under the Umbrella Tree and The Elephant Show carried on this tradition, reinforcing the values of respect and cooperation. But what else did we learn? When someone made us feel “icky,” we learned to say; “NO”, then GO and tell someone about it. We learned not to talk to or be around people who make us uncomfortable.

We are making a conscious choice to protect our well-being, setting firm boundaries against those who threaten us.

REMEMBER. We are Canadian. We are nice, NOT stupid.

16 February 2025
The 13 on 31

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From a side of the galaxy that we have barely caught glimpse of.

The brand of 31 is definitely for those that are open to exploring a new sci-fi scene that flirts with an old friend.

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28 January 2025