MandarisI haven’t watched the keynote, but it looks like someone at Apple hates contrast.
The Residence - ★★★★★
This was a happy find! The whole family gathered around to watch this one as we really like whodunits. The show has a wonderful cast and lots of twists and turns that kept us entertained.
I think the best thing about the show is the interaction between the different characters. Every episode focuses on one character and what they were doing before, during, and after a murder has taken place. I feel that it’s more important than actually solving the murder as we are drawn into why the murder happen.
One thing I liked about the show is brave enough to have moments of silence. A lot of shows are focused on making sure that the viewer is constantly engaged. The Residence shows the power of just being quiet in western culture. A lot of us are not wired to have a quiet moment and do not know what to do when nothing is stimulating us.
Overview
A brilliant, eccentric detective must solve a murder in the White House residence — where the staff and guests at a state dinner are all suspects.
Crucial Track for June 8, 2025
"Killing In the Name" by Rage Against the Machine
What song feels like a personal anthem right now?
I didn't hear the message of this song when I first head it years ago. It saddens me we are still dealing with these things.
Crucial Track for June 7, 2025
"Pardon My Freedom" by !!!
Share a song that represents rebellion or freedom to you.
I shared this song with my kids. I'm not always feeling this way but it feels good to put this one on and cut loose.
Crucial Track for June 6, 2025
"I Wanna Sex You Up (Single Mix)" by Color Me Badd
What's a song with lyrics you didn't fully understand until you were older?
I had -and if you ask my wife still don't - no understanding of what any of these words mean.
I hate being angry.
So I told myself not to be mad.
Then I felt apathy and that feels so much worse.
If people fighting for their rights and freedom are considered a riot, than I guess it’s a riot.
This caught my eye.
Crucial Track for June 5, 2025
"Larger Than Life" by Backstreet Boys
What's a song that feels larger than life to you?
Sorry, not sorry. This is the track that comes to mind when I saw the prompt. I still smile thinking about how people would argue whether Backstreet Boys or N*sync were better.
Crucial Track for June 4, 2025
"Life Is a Highway" by Rascal Flatts
Describe the perfect song for a road trip and why it works.
I didn't think much of this song when I heard it in the movie, but it's really grown on me over the years. I think it's because my daughter would keep on saying "Kachow".