Mushroom Top, Gaga, Warhol

Lehan Edirisinghe

Shared a childhood “Mushroom Top” photo while looping Lady Gaga’s “Hair.” Andy Warhol pop-art riffs followed, ending on The Killers

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“Look What the Cat Dragged In” With Barbra Streisand

5:00 p.m.

(b)

Oh, wow, look what the cat dragged in...

Barbra Streisand - It Had to Be You (Official Video)

https://youtu.be/6t7bqGEw-C4

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Dean Martin’s “Everybody Loves Somebody”

5:00 p.m.

(c)

Dean Martin - Everybody Loves Somebody (Official Audio)

https://youtu.be/z-2_OstpR5c

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Jokes About George Gilder, Scott Schwartzberg and Movie Expertise

5:00 p.m.

(d)

LIE/JOKE:

George Gilder was the one who told me that "Oliver Stone directed American Psycho and gave director credits to Mary Harron".

Scott Schwartzberg is the one who always says that "the Oscars people don't know anything about movies -- but he (Scot) does".

Barbra Streisand -Woman In Love

https://youtu.be/tskm5LWYmIM

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Lady Gaga’s “Paparazzi”

5:30 p.m.

Lady Gaga - Paparazzi (Official Music Video)

https://youtu.be/d2smz_1L2_0

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Calling a Movie Extremely Good

5:45 p.m.

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Katy Perry’s “Hot N Cold”

5:45 p.m.

(b)

Katy Perry - Hot N Cold (Official)

https://youtu.be/kTHNpusq654

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Dionne Warwick’s Stereo “Walk On By”

6:15 p.m.

(b)

Dionne Warwick - Walk On By (Stereo)

https://youtu.be/AO073fekFfA

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Spelling Out What LASER Means

6:30 p.m.

"Captain's Log"

Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation

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Chris Montez’s “The More I See You”

6:30 p.m.

(b)

CHRIS MONTEZ - The More I See You 1966

https://youtu.be/yXJIQNDC-N4

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Wet Wet Wet’s “Love Is All Around”

6:45 p.m.

Wet Wet Wet - Love Is All Around (Official Video)

https://youtu.be/h3gEkwhdXUE

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The New York Times’ Holocaust Coverage and a Sri Lankan FCPA Appeal

8:00 p.m.

(b)

How the NYT Missed the Story of the Holocaust While It Was Happening

https://historynewsnetwork.org/article/10903

Laurel Leff is an associate professor in the School of Journalism at Northeastern University and author of Buried by The Times: The Holocaust and America’s Most Important Newspaper published by Cambridge University Press.

Very disturbing.

But whatever.

Just help with the whole FCPA thing on Sri Lanka.

Uncle Sam Needs You.

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A Top Gun Joke About Flying Under Air-Defense Radar

8:15 p.m.

(b)

"Fly Under the Radar -- the China / Russia / Iran SAMs can't get you!"

Harold Faltermeyer, Lady Gaga, Hans Zimmer, & Lorne Balfe – Top Gun Anthem

https://youtu.be/5zq7ujKwuRY

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Planning a Censored Website to Attract Traffic and Revenue

9:30 p.m.

Yeah, with good PR, we could make a killing...

: )

Just put up a censored version on some website.

Get the traffic, share the revenue.

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Comparing Howard Stern to Sodom and Gomorrah or Lehan Lanka

9:45 p.m.

(b)

Howard Stern

Or a citizen in a Lehan Lanka

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Saying “Merci Beaucoup”

9:45 p.m.

(c)

Merci Beaucoup

The image features two individuals indoors. On the left, a young child, likely Lehan Edirisinghe, is being held in the arms of an adult man, suggested to be his "fake Asian dad," Martinn Teng. The man is wearing a patterned dark shirt and has his hair styled in a classic, neat fashion. The child is dressed in a simple light-colored outfit, and both individuals are looking towards the camera with neutral expressions.
The setting appears to be a living room, as indicated by the visible decor. There is a pink curtain and a wooden frame part of a door or window in the background. Additionally, framed artwork is hanging on the wall, adding to the homely ambiance. The lighting is soft, suggesting a casual, warm atmosphere typical of family gatherings. The photograph has the appearance of a personal, candid snapshot, capturing a moment of family connection.

“Mushroom Top” and Lady Gaga Performing “Hair”

9:45 p.m.

(d)

"Mushroom Top"

Lady Gaga “Hair” Live on the Stern Show (2011)

https://youtu.be/lWsdW61VBnM

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The image features a lifelike representation of Andy Warhol, a prominent figure in the pop art movement. The setting appears to be an indoor exhibition, possibly a museum or gallery, given the vibrant backdrop and artistic context. Warhol is depicted with his characteristic silver hair and is wearing clear-framed glasses. His attire consists of a dark suit, white shirt, and a striped tie, aligning with the formal yet artistic persona he was known for.
The background is colorful, featuring bold hues of blue, orange, and pink, reminiscent of Warhol's iconic art style. The composition suggests a focus on Warhol's influence on modern art, highlighted by the vivid colors and striking visual elements around him. The expression on Warhol's face is neutral, with a slight hint of introspection, capturing his enigmatic and contemplative nature. The lighting is bright, emphasizing the subject and adding to the overall vividness of the scene.

“I Am My Hair” With Lady Gaga on Taratata

10:00 p.m.

Je Suis Mes Cheveux

Lady Gaga - Hair on Taratata

https://youtu.be/8STyVD2DJvc

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The Lovin’ Spoonful’s “Do You Believe in Magic”

10:00 p.m.

(b)

The Lovin' Spoonful - Do You Believe in Magic (Audio)

https://youtu.be/JnbfuAcCqpY

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The Zutons’ “Valerie”

10:00 p.m.

(c)

The Zutons - Valerie (Video)

https://youtu.be/L3xpmfJp0Xc?t=47

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A Free Captain’s Log, a Sheep Suit and Rick Ross’s “Hustlin’”

10:15 p.m.

Captain's Log. It's free! It'll change your life! Yes, the best things are. Yes, oh yes, just like the Bible. Drenched in the blood of the lamb. Yes, I have a sheep suit, I got it from American Pie Beta House. Hey knock it off, don't make me huff and puff

Rick Ross - Hustlin' (Official Music Video)

https://youtu.be/JU9TouRnO84

This image is a cover of the Playboy magazine, designed in a pop art style by Andy Warhol. The background is a bold red, and the iconic Playboy bunny logo is featured prominently in the center. The bunny is stylized with vibrant colors—pink and blue—with orange outlines creating a striking contrast. The logo appears as if painted with broad brushstrokes, typical of Warhol's distinctive style. The word "PLAYBOY" is printed at the top in large turquoise letters, highlighted with pink to stand out against the red background. Below, it states “ENTERTAINMENT FOR MEN.” The issue date "JANUARY 1986" and the price "$4.00" are printed in the top right corner. Warhol's signature can be seen at the bottom right, adding to the artwork's authenticity and appeal. The overall composition is both dynamic and visually engaging, showcasing Warhol's influence and the magazine's iconic branding.

The Killers’ “Andy, You’re a Star”

10:30 p.m.

The Killers -- Andy, You’re a Star

https://youtu.be/yQtXxgAAXEk

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[Refrain]

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Andy, you're a star

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In nobody's eyes but mine

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Cher’s “Believe”

10:45 p.m.

Cher - Believe [Official Music Video]

https://youtu.be/nZXRV4MezEw

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The Killers’ “Smile Like You Mean It”

10:45 p.m.

(b)

The Killers - Smile Like You Mean It

https://youtu.be/ZAErD8xzjCM

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Fleetwood Mac’s “Everywhere”

11:00 p.m.

Fleetwood Mac - Everywhere (Official Music Video)

https://youtu.be/YF1R0hc5Q2I

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Christopher Moltisanti’s Best Moments in The Sopranos

11:15 p.m.

Christopher Moltisanti's Best Moments In The Sopranos | The Sopranos | HBO Max

https://youtu.be/tLFLTqVzo4M

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Mentioning Milo

11:15 p.m.

(b)

Milo

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Joking About Excommunication and a Coming Papal Bull

11:15 p.m.

(c)

Thou hast be EX-COMMUNICATED from my CULT.

Thou shalt receive thy Papal Bull

Uhh

Papal Bull is coming soon...

David Bowie - Lazarus (Video)

https://youtu.be/y-JqH1M4Ya8

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A Beta House Clip Featuring Dwight Stifler

11:30 p.m.

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“Je Suis Artist” With an Andy Warhol Video

Monday, September 5th.

12:00 a.m.

"Je Suis Artist"

Andy Warhol Part 2

https://youtu.be/KhSEM6CLn_Q

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Andy Warhol’s Fame Strategy and Lana Del Rey’s “Money Power Glory”

1:30 a.m.

He achieved mainstream fame in the early 1970s by rubbing shoulders with stars at Studio 54, many of whom became the subjects of his portraits including Mick Jagger and Liza Minnelli. Warhol understood that visibility was the key to fame: being seen in the right place, at the right time, with the right people.Mar 29, 2022

Money Power Glory - Lana Del Rey (Lyrics)

https://youtu.be/JzHzVk971J0

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A One-Line Late-Night Call-Out

1:30 a.m.

(b)

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A Shocked Emoticon

1:30 a.m.

(c)

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Childhood Trauma and Putting the World on CCTV

1:30 a.m.

(d)

Lehan never really recovered from his childhood trauma.

He proceeded to put the whole world on his own CCTV.

And, well, the rest is kinda modern contemporary history.

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Calling People “Sheeple”

1:45 a.m.

hehe sheeple, sheeple, please

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Watching and Ranking Favorite Black Mirror Episodes

2:30 a.m.

(b)

I'm watching Black Mirror S02 Special White Christmas. It's the best one. I can't remember it, so I'm seeing it now.

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3973198/?ref_=ttls_li_tt

With Black Mirror (2011) (Sorted by IMDb Rating Descending)

1. Black Mirror (2011–2019) + IMDb Rating

Episode: White Christmas (2014) 9.1

Episode: Hang the DJ (2017) 8.7

Episode: Black Museum (2017) 8.6

Episode: San Junipero (2016) 8.6 * I love this one! *

Episode: Hated in the Nation (2016) 8.5

Episode: The Entire History of You (2011) 8.5

Episode: Shut Up and Dance (2016) 8.4

Episode: USS Callister (2017) 8.3

Episode: Nosedive (2016) 8.3

Episode: Playtest (2016) 8.1

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Thinking of Wham!’s “Last Christmas”

2:45 a.m.

Omfg this is like literally the only song I was thinking of:

Wham! - Last Christmas (Official Video)

https://youtu.be/E8gmARGvPlI

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Claiming to Be a Very Nice Person Who Never Swears

2:45 a.m.

(b)

Everyone's waiting to give me the "Very Nice Person" award this year.

I never say bad words.

I am a very nice person.

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Resenting Flatmates for Teasing Me About Bringing Women Home

3:00 a.m.

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Being Shy While Watching a Good Black Mirror Episode

3:00 a.m.

(c)

Anny*

I think I'm the shy, timid type anyway.

This is pretty good...

A good episode on Black Mirror...

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Writing About Poverty-Driven Hardship and Infanticide in Sri Lanka

3:15 a.m.

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Remembering Claire Heggs and Alex Marsh During a Dark Time

3:15 a.m.

(b)

Claire Heggs rescued me when I was in crisis.

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Reacting to Drone Strike Number 1,500-Something

3:15 a.m.

(c)

Whoa!

Drone Strike!

Number 1,500 and something!

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Graham’s Port, Private Media and Choosing Health Over Drinking

3:15 a.m.

(d)

Churchill walked down the street -- saw Symington Estates guy, recognized him from during the war, pointed at him, says:

"Ah, Port!"

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I love Graham's.

We're like the agent here.

But I hardly ever drink.

I don't.

I never really smoke or drink or do drugs.

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Remembering Tesco Deliveries, Bangers and Mash, and Being Skinny

3:15 a.m.

(e)

I loved Tesco's in the UK. They'd home deliver food to me. Best time of my life. I'd get the bangers and mash. Just amazing. I'd get the lamb shanks too. But I could only eat one, and not the other one. They come in pairs. It's sad. I was always very skinny, and I could never finish my food.

I was never a gravy train.

I am a very nice person.

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A Honey-Baked Beef Fillet Recipe With Communion Jokes

3:30 a.m.

(b)

Nice, nice, very nice!

I have this recipe called "The Fillet Flesh o Lehan".

It's basically, you get a beef fillet, you sear it on each side for about 2 or 3 minutes, then, you have to build an aluminium dome. You place it inside, with a large pool of honey, and then you bake it in the oven for around (I don't remember minutes) and then I'd dip bread in and eat communion.

This is my flesh you eat

This is my blood you drink

Hehehe

It's delicious. I've made it two or three times. All for myself.

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Proposing Long-Term AI Tests With Control of Weapons and Cities

4:00 a.m.

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Loving a Dolce Gusto Machine and the Smell of Coffee

4:15 a.m.

I have a great Nescafe Dolce Gusto Pod machine by Krups.

Great coffee.

I love... the smell of coffee in the morning, afternoon or evening.

My room always smells like a coffee shop.

Robbie Williams | You Know Me (Official Video)

https://youtu.be/tyg3RtALnwg

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A Sad Emoticon

4:30 a.m.

(b)

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Why I Block People Without Hating Them

4:30 a.m.

(c)

I block people off for multiple reasons. I don't hate anyone.

I often do it because I'm one of those people who like to have fewer people around me. I grew up in a business family. I think I learned that, that it's best to have very few real people or friends near you..

It's also very low stress. When not many people around, no real reasons to put up a face, a facade or impress anyone.

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