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Television's 1977 debut album Marquee Moon emerged from New York's CBGB scene while taking a different musical path from much of the punk associated with that venue. Recorded with producer Andy Johns, it pairs economical ensemble playing with extended compositions. Tom Verlaine's restrained vocals l...
Why this score
One of post-punk's supreme classics, near-universal acclaim, elite ratings, and foundational guitar-rock influence.
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Waymo develops autonomous driving technology and operates a robotaxi service for passenger travel. Its driving system combines lidar, radar and cameras to observe roads and surrounding traffic, then uses software to interpret that information and control the vehicle. The defining feature of its pass...
The People v. O.J. Simpson is the first season of FX's American Crime Story anthology, presented as a dramatic miniseries about Simpson's 1995 murder trial. It follows the legal proceedings and disputed evidence while examining the public reaction surrounding the case. The courtroom story unfolds al...
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Major Emmy sweep, exceptional critic consensus, strong audience ratings, and durable reputation as a benchmark trial miniseries.
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The CBS Evening News with Walter Cronkite was the Walter Cronkite-led edition of CBS's national evening television newscast, broadcast from 1962 to 1981. The program reported major events including the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the Vietnam War, the Apollo lunar missions, and the Wa...
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Cronkite-era CBS newscast is canonical broadcast journalism, associated with exceptional public trust, major coverage, and historic influence.
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Sound of Silver is the second studio album by American dance-punk band LCD Soundsystem, released on March 20, 2007, by DFA Records. Frontman James Murphy produced the record, which builds upon the band's electronic and post-punk influences by incorporating more melodic synthesizer lines and rhythmic...
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Consensus 2000s classic, exceptional critic scores, high fan ratings, and major influence on dance-punk.
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The iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (IVV) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks the performance of the S&P 500 Index, representing approximately 80% of the total U.S. equity market capitalization and holding stocks of 500 large companies.
Why this score
Best-in-class S&P 500 tracker with minimal fees, enormous liquidity, tight spreads, and excellent tracking; concentration remains the index's main weakness.
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The Fidelity Total Market Index Fund (FSKAX) is an exchange-traded fund designed to track the performance of the FTSE All World ex-U.S. Index, holding a broad portfolio of U.S. and international stocks.
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Extremely low-cost total US market exposure, excellent diversification, and strong Fidelity reputation; available only through Fidelity's fund platform.
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The Fidelity 500 Index Fund (FXAIX) is an exchange-traded fund designed to track the performance of the S&P 500 stock market index, holding a broadly diversified portfolio of 500 large-cap U.S. companies.
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Best-in-class expense ratio, excellent tracking, huge scale, and enduring S&P 500 exposure; mutual-fund portability is limited.
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The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) seeks to track investment results of an index comprised of large and mid-capitalization U.S. companies with above-average dividend yields, aiming for consistent income through a portfolio focused on established, profitable firms.
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Exceptional investor reputation, low costs, disciplined quality-dividend methodology, strong long-term returns, and robust liquidity; sector concentration is the main criticism.
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Nova is a long-running PBS television series and magazine showcasing scientific discoveries and explorations. It presents documentaries on diverse topics including cosmology, biology, technology, and history. The program’s notable depth and rigorous approach to science education makes it valuable fo...
Murmur is the debut studio album by the American alternative rock band R.E.M., released in 1983 on I.R.S. Records. Produced by Mitch Easter and Don Dixon, the album is widely regarded as a foundational release for the American college rock movement. Featuring jangle-pop guitars and Michael Stipe's i...
Why this score
R.E.M. debut is a foundational alternative classic, heavily acclaimed and influential, with excellent fan ratings.
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Created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone, South Park follows four boys in a Colorado town whose everyday problems repeatedly expand into absurd public crises. The American animated sitcom uses deliberately crude-looking characters and explicit humor to address current events and social attitudes. Adult...
The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks an index of high-dividend-paying U.S. companies, utilizing a passive investment strategy and focusing on established, financially healthy businesses.
Why this score
Highly regarded dividend-quality methodology, low fee, strong historical returns, and loyal investor following; sector concentration and value tilts can lag.
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Is This It is the debut studio album by the American rock band the Strokes, released in 2001 through RCA Records. Produced by Gordon Raphael, the record features a raw, minimalist approach built around driving guitar rhythms and melodic basslines, drawing heavily from late-1970s punk and new wave in...
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Garage-rock revival landmark with near-universal acclaim, huge influence, high ratings, and lasting cultural presence.
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Fear of Music is the third studio album by the American rock band Talking Heads, released in 1979 on Sire Records. The album was co-produced by the band and British producer Brian Eno, resulting in a sound that blends tense, rhythmic art-funk with African polyrhythms and early post-punk aesthetics....
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Consensus Talking Heads classic, dark art-funk peak with major critical acclaim and enduring fan ratings.
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Produced by National Public Radio, All Things Considered has been part of American radio since 1971. The daily news program covers significant events in the United States and abroad through reporting and interviews, giving listeners both an account of what happened and context for understanding it....
Broadcast by PBS in the United States, The MacNeil/Lehrer NewsHour was an evening television news program co-anchored by Robert MacNeil and Jim Lehrer. It developed from The Robert MacNeil Report, which began in 1975, became The MacNeil/Lehrer Report in 1976 and expanded to an hour in 1983. Its iden...
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PBS standard-bearer for in-depth, sober, commercial-free news, widely respected by critics, journalists, and civic institutions.
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Main Street Capital Corporation is a business development company that invests in private credit and equity across various industries, primarily focusing on companies with moderate leverage and generating income through a strategy targeting higher yields.
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Outstanding dividend record, conservative management, internal structure, diversified investments, and shareholder alignment earn exceptional regard; premium valuation often limits entry appeal.
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Thurgood Marshall's legal career connects civil rights advocacy with service on the United States Supreme Court. As a lawyer, he successfully argued cases before the Court challenging racial discrimination, most notably the school segregation at issue in Brown v. Board of Education. His work illustr...
The Fidelity ZERO Total Market Index Fund is an exchange-traded fund designed to track the performance of a broad U.S. stock market index, aiming for low operating expenses and diversification within a single investment vehicle.
Why this score
Zero fees, broad US diversification, and strong tracking make it highly regarded; proprietary index and transfer restrictions prevent best-in-class status.
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The Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF (VIG) is an exchange-traded fund that tracks an index of U.S. companies with a history of consistently increasing dividend payments, aiming for long-term income and growth through a passive investment strategy.
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Highly respected dividend-growth methodology, low turnover, strong quality profile, and low fee; modest yield disappoints income-focused investors.
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The Modern Dance is the debut studio album by the American rock band Pere Ubu, released in 1978. Originating from Cleveland, Ohio, the record blends elements of proto-punk, art rock, and experimental music. It is distinguished by David Thomas's distinct, theatrical vocals and Allen Ravenstine's abra...
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Essential American post-punk album, high critic esteem, innovative structures, and lasting influence on art punk.
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The Forgotten Weapons YouTube channel explores the history of firearms with a focus on older designs. It documents the technical aspects of these weapons, particularly military surplus items, examining their construction and surprising continued utility. The channel is for individuals interested in...
Toast of the Town was the original title of the CBS variety program hosted by Ed Sullivan, used from its 1948 debut until its renaming as The Ed Sullivan Show in 1955. Its mixed bill brought musical performances and comedy into American homes alongside theatrical entertainment. The format reflected...
As the fourth Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court, John Marshall served from 1801 until his death in 1835. His tenure helped define the judiciary's place within the federal government. In Marbury v. Madison, the Court confirmed its authority to set aside legislation that conflicts with...
"Turn on the Bright Lights" is the debut studio album by American rock band Interpol, released in 2002 by Matador Records. Recorded at Tarquin Studios in Connecticut, the record is a defining release of the early 2000s post-punk revival movement in New York City. The album features dark, atmospheric...
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Modern post-punk revival landmark, critically acclaimed debut with high ratings, atmosphere, and major influence.
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Broadcast on CBS from 1993 to 2015, The Late Show with David Letterman combined celebrity interviews and musical performances with an unconventional approach to late-night comedy. Letterman's dry delivery and willingness to make television itself the joke gave the familiar talk-show format an offbea...
The SPDR Portfolio S&P 1500 Composite Stock Market ETF (SPTM) is an exchange-traded fund designed to track the performance of the S&P 1500 Composite Index, offering broad exposure across mid and small-cap U.S. stocks.
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Broad US coverage, very low fee, and efficient S&P methodology earn strong reviews; less popular than VTI or ITOT.
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Morning Edition has provided NPR's morning news coverage since 1979, combining national and international reporting with interviews and cultural features. Its broadcast is organized around segments, allowing updates on developing events to sit beside more detailed explanations. Business reporting fo...
Vsauce is a popular YouTube channel dedicated to exploring science, philosophy, and human perception. The creator, Michael Stevens, presents complex ideas in an accessible format, prompting viewers to question their assumptions about the world. It’s designed for anyone interested in curiosity-driven...
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