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The Streisand Effect and The Tall Poppy Syndrome
The California coast, like other parts of the world, is witnessing beach erosion, land loss, or flooding due to global warming. The California Coast Records Project makes its photographic documentation of coastal erosion available to assist policymakers. Tall Poppy (TP) Barbara Streisand's cliff-top, waterfront mansion in Malibu, California,
Egregious Acts, Dark Emotions & The Tall Poppy Syndrome
Dr. Norman Feather of Australia noted an association between specific emotions of the cutter and the Tall Poppies (TP) who were justifiably cut down because of their behavior ( see, Tall Poppies, deservingness and schadenfreude). Most of his research focused on the motives that the study participants identified for deserving the
The Remembrance Poppy & The Tall Poppy Syndrome
Memorial Day is a time to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice. It is also a reminder that freedom is not free and that sacrifices are inescapable to ensure its survival. The Wall Street Journal published an article titled "Poppies for Veterans, an American Tradition" on 6/
Last But Not Least! Politics and The Tall Poppy Syndrome
The Wall Street Journal (1/25/23) published an article regarding Governor Ron DeSantis as a frontrunner along with Donald Trump in the GOP race for the presidential election (see, "Ron DeSantis Becomes Focus of Attacks From 2024 GOP Presidential Hopefuls.") The Tall Poppy Syndrome (TPS) is mentioned
Mike Rowe, Phil Keoghan & The Tall Poppy Syndrome
Mike Rowe's The Way I heard It podcast with guest Phil Keoghan, host of The Amazing Race, aired on Feb.14, 2023. The first fact that I noted was its length: 01:49:45. At this length one might best listen while driving on the 405 Freeway (oxymoron)
Paint My Mind Podcast from Sweden - Tall Poppy Syndrome
Podcaster Rasmus Lindhagen is from the city of Örebro which is 2 hours west of Stockholm. I have looked forward to a Nordic podcast so that I could better understand their culture and brand of egalitarianism. Both Australia and Nordic countries are egalitarian but pursue it disparately. I studied the
Ask Amy & the Tall Poppy Syndrome
Amy Dickinson, successor to Ann Landers, is the Chicago Tribune's signature general advice columnist and advises readers regarding their personal questions and pressing issues. Her column is syndicated and read around the world. The following article was published on April 8, 2023. It was sent to me by
Musings on the Tall Poppy Syndrome (TPS) in Medicine
https://douggarland.com/pdf/ECOR-22-CS-166.pdf Investigators write scientific articles for many reasons. Two of the noble purposes are seeking truth and advancing science. Other less noble reasons could include padding one's CV, moving up the academic ladder, lecturing invitations, etc. Scientific medical articles often fail miserably. It
Will Smith, the Academy Awards, and the Tall Poppy Syndrome
This is the third in a 3-part video series explaining the Tall Poppy Syndrome. Award-winning actors frequently thank writers for providing powerful material which showcased their prowess. I thank Mr. Smith for delineating many facets of the seemingly straightforward Tall Poppy Syndrome (TPS) metaphor in a singular spectacle. For starters,
