Reposted by DMcMatthew Dowd @matthewjdowd.bsky.social · 06/10/2026happy bday the iconic Fannie Lou Hamer, b.1917, Montgomery county, MS. “And I’ve been tired so long, now I am sick and tired of being sick and tired, and we want a change.” “Never to forget where we came from and always praise the bridges that carried us over.” 68913
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 06/10/2026I was lucky to work with Bill during his time working in deep marine geohazards. Thanks to Univ Kentucky for revisiting his interview on The Big Blue Rock Pod. Ep.58: From the Archive - Remembering Dr. Bill Haneberg, Kentucky State Geologist and KGS Director Kygs.ky.edu/podcast/58kygs.ky.edu 000
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 04/10/2026After Don Walser retired and started collecting social security, he formed a country music band and captured Austin’s heart. A yodeler- the Pavarotti of the Plains. A kind man, I remember chatting with him as he bounced my two yr old daughter on his knee. #CountryRockSunday youtu.be/EdNht2kiSNQ?...youtu.beDon Walser at the country music showcase P4YouTube video by Al Walser 131
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 04/10/2026‘I hear mariachi static on my radio the tubes they glow in the dark’ Warren Zevon’s Carmelita as performed by San Antonio’s Flaco Jimenez and curator of the Bakersfield sound, Dwight Yoakam. #CountryRockSunday youtu.be/NaFuP4xNU9o?...youtu.beCarmelita (feat. Dwight Yoakam)YouTube video by Flaco Jimenez - Topic 042
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 04/10/2026By the fourth week our Western Civ history at UT Austin history professor was pushed over the edge by our poor writing skills. “When considering an idiomatic expression… don’t. If you do, know what it means. It is a “dog eat dog world” not “a doggie-dog world!” No lecture that day. She was done. 000
Reposted by DMcTaniel @taniel.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Voter registration deadlines are SUNDAY in Alaska, Rhode Island, South Carolina. And MONDAY in: Arizona, Arkansas Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Ohio, Tennessee, and *Texas*. If you live in these states, verify your registration now, literally. 2921551960
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 03/10/2026@lecagle.bsky.social I am writing a tribute about Bill Haneberg for the Houston Geoscience community. I would be grateful for stories and anecdotes from his time in KY as State Geologist. My thanks in advance. 110
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 03/10/2026Good. I will send my $90 to Gina Hinojosa (+4 in latest NYT/Sienna poll, but down by same in most others) to be the next Texas Governor. thehill.com/homenews/adm...thehill.comTrump announces US will send $90 checks to 20 million seniors enrolled in MedicarePresident Trump announced Friday his administration will pay out a total of around $2 billion in checks to over 20 million seniors to offset Medicare Part B premium costs. In an evening Truth Soci… 000
Reposted by DMcDan Thomas @itsdanthomas.bsky.social · 01/10/2026The most disappointing video you’ll see today. 1042259653
Reposted by DMcMatthew Dowd @matthewjdowd.bsky.social · 03/10/2026RIP St. Francis of Assisi, died this day 1226, exactly 800 years ago, tomorrow is his feast day. He has always been my favorite saint. "A single sunbeam is enough to drive away many shadows." "Make me an instrument of thy peace. Where there is hatred, let me sow love." 1061718439
Reposted by DMcAlisa Bokulich @alisabokulich.bsky.social · 02/10/2026History Dept @ University of Texas Austin invites applications for a TT assistant professor, specializing in modern history of science, technology, & medicine. Committee will consider applicants who specialize in any scientific practice in any part of the world since 1600. Deadline Nov 30 #HPSnetworks.h-net.orgThe University of Texas at Austin - Assistant Professor (TT) – History of Science, Technology, and Medicine | H-NetPreferred qualifications include research and teaching records that will complement one or more of the department’s strengths including: African History, Asian History, British History, Digital Humanities, Latin American History, U.S. History, and related fields. 33533
Reposted by DMcChris Tomlinson @cltomlinson.bsky.social · 01/10/2026A GOP candidate running away from her MAGA past begs the question: Are voters leaving the Republican Party, or is President Donald Trump’s Republican Party leaving them? One Democrat says it's the latter. www.houstonchronicle.com/news/columni...houstonchronicle.comTexas’ most right-wing county is shifting left. Republicans are fighting back.The last GOP-controlled urban county in Texas is diversifying — while some on the right fight the demographic and cultural changes reshaping it. 394
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 01/10/2026Astros fans are positive and respectful. We never boo on our own team. We did on Tuesday Game 1. I was there. That’s new. A shock to the players, I’m sure. 000
Reposted by DMcErika Gaffney @erikagaffney.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Coming up Tues, 6 Oct - Towards an Oceanic Art History of the Early Modern Portuguese World Speaker: Elsje van Kessel Host: ARTES, Iberian & Latin American Visual Culture Group To register for the event and to receive a Zoom link, sign up here: artes-uk.org/online-progr... #earlymodern 0199
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 27/09/2026Doug Sahm would come by Augie Meyer’s family corner grocery to buy baseball cards. They combined their teen bands. Augie ordered a Vox organ to get that British Invasion sound and even though they were all from San Antonio, formed the Sir Douglas Quintet. #CountryRockSunday youtu.be/eiI0FTBLKek?...youtu.beDoug Sahm - "(Is Anybody Goin' To) San Antone" [Live From Austin, TX]YouTube video by Live From Austin TX 161
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 21/09/2026To whoever handed me off day passes for the train at the Denver airport a few minutes ago without me making eye contact or thanking you. I am thanking you now. 010
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Thanks I am enjoying it. Music is always new to somebody. That somebody is me this time. 000
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Yes, it has been (a welcome) ear worm all week plus visual! 000
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 20/09/2026Jay was First Officer on the vessel that Jim and I were using for deep sea mapping and sampling in the Mozambique Channel 16 yrs ago. Jay was First Officer on that sail. Jay and his wife are advocates for facilitating the availability of pediatric cancer treatments. Beautiful people, inside and out. 000
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 20/09/2026I must not have been paying attention in ‘96. I just heard their fantastic cover of I Will Survive on the radio the other week and promptly ordered the CD. This song from that album is this week’s contribution to #CountryRockSunday youtube.com/watch?v=bpx1...youtube.com08. Stickshifts And SafetybeltsYouTube video by content Attic 483
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 20/09/2026I love this song but didn’t know until now that it is a Goffin-King song! 111
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 18/09/2026An obituary and remembrance page has been posted. I am sure the family will appreciate remembrances of Bill’s impact within the science community and the communities he served. 010
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 17/09/2026A Louisiana breakfast, but here in H-town it’s what’s for dinner. Shrimp & Grits. #Cooking 020
Reposted by DMcMatthew Dowd @matthewjdowd.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Happy Diez y Seis! on this day in 1810 "Catholic priest Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla issued the Grito de Dolores, calling for rebellion against Spanish rule and starting the Mexican War of Independence." 06711
Reposted by DMcThe Geological Society of America (GSA) @geosociety.bsky.social · 14/09/2026The future of geoscience looks bright. 🌎 Meet the 2026 50 Under 50 Award recipients—50 outstanding geoscientists across North America recognized for contributions to research, education, leadership, service, and mentorship. 🔗 geosociety.co/awards-50-under-50 1187
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 14/09/2026It’s good. Check it out. Tom Petty either opens it or closes it in a guitar store talking about Rickenbackers 010
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 13/09/2026Well that’s surprising, but no more surprising than we were at the kingly bbq spread watch party last night. I am ever the optimist, but I did not think that result was possible at the 4Q start. Hook ‘Em! 010
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 13/09/2026A great documentary about Gen X musicians rediscovering the 60s Laurel Canyon scene- an incubator for great pop and country rock sounds. Jakob Dylan and Fiona Apple recreate The Byrds’ It Won’t Be Wrong w the great Fernando Perdomo contributing on guitars. #CountryRockSunday youtu.be/It3ewdtod7s?...youtu.beIt Won't Be Wrong (feat. Jakob Dylan & Fiona Apple)YouTube video by Echo in the Canyon - Topic 181
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 09/09/2026There are going to be many mentees who will be devastated by this news. Such a good scientist. Such a good teacher. Such a good human being. 020
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 09/09/2026Bill made an immediate impact in our world of marine site characterization (applied marine geology and marine geotechnical properties). He was immediately trusted by clients and certainly elevated our consulting profile. What he did best was reaching out and teaching others by collaborating. 230
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Their best known rock song was the psychedelic Just Dropped In (To See What Condition My Condition Was In) that was featured in the film The Big Lebowski. 110
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 08/09/2026I thought “what’s the harm in having Chat GPT restore a photo from LBJ’s inauguration memorabilia” it did this. No kidding. 031
Reposted by DMccaroline cash @cashbrowns.bsky.social · 07/09/2026Nancy 9/7/26 … Happy Labor Day 🛠️ 70149213714
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 06/09/2026Revisiting the 1972 Kenny Rogers & The First Edition’s country rock concept album The Ballad of Calico. Did it aspire to be country rock’s Tommy or Jesus Christ Superstar? Who knows? It is the story of a silver mining town in the San Bernardino mountains. #CountryRockSunday youtu.be/tKhELMYe5zM?...youtu.beEmpty Handed CompadresYouTube video by Kenny Rogers - Topic 141
DMc @danmcaoa.bsky.social · 31/08/2026I have had plumerias for almost 30 years. This is the first seed pod I remember. Life in the subtropics. 010
Reposted by DMcStpaulighoul @stpauligrrrl.bsky.social · 30/08/2026The bike lot on Como at the MN State Fair at around 5PM was pretty full, but there were some spots available on the racks. Im guessing it was more full earlier. The staff onsite made it easy. This is the easiest way to park at the fair by far. But they definitely need more bike parking! 413117
