Summary

The website content introduces a unique writing approach inspired by the cultural resurgence of the Mullet hairstyle, tied to the Year of the Dragon 8-Ball, with plans to publish dual-themed stories on Medium.

Abstract

The author of the website content discusses an upcoming series of stories on Medium, drawing inspiration from the iconic and resilient Mullet hairstyle, which is experiencing a cultural comeback associated with the symbolism of the Year of the Dragon 8-Ball in 2024. The plan involves a weekly publishing schedule, with each week featuring a thought-provoking piece followed by a more casual, humorous, and lifestyle-oriented article, mirroring the "business in the front, party in the back" ethos of the Mullet. The author values deep engagement with stories, aiming to provoke continued thought and discussion among readers, and sees this approach as a way to engage with complex topics while also embracing the lighter side of life.

Opinions

The author values the depth of engagement that comes from reading stories that provoke thought long after the initial reading, highlighting the importance of reflection.
There is a critique of the media's tendency to intensely focus on a story for a short period without providing historical context or follow-up on the lasting impacts.
The author expresses an intention to experiment with storytelling by responding to intriguing Medium stories in a more in-depth manner, beyond the usual reader interactions.
The Mullet hairstyle is used as a metaphor for the dual nature of the planned publications, with the "business" aspect representing serious topics and the "party" aspect representing more relaxed content.
The author acknowledges the Mullet's cultural history, from its ancient origins to its mainstream popularity in the 1970s and 1980s, and its current status as a symbol of rebellion and individuality.
The author endorses an AI service as a cost-effective alternative to ChatGPT Plus (GPT-4), suggesting a special offer for readers interested in trying out the service.

Going for the Golden Medium (and You Can, Too!)

How to Prepare for the Year of the Dragon 8-Ball Mullet

Wondering about 2024? This won’t hurt a bit, I swear!/Photo by Tuva Mathilde Løland on Unsplash

One of the things that I value about Medium is reading. Often, I think about a story long after I’ve read, highlighted, and clapped. I agree, then think of examples, exceptions, or sometimes opposite viewpoints.

It’s what NPR called a Driveway Moment. When you’re so moved, fascinated, and intrigued by a story, you pause for that extra moment to think about it—and thinking about something for a minute? That’s golden.

The NewX

Have you noticed that news converges on a topic for a brief and proctologically intense period? It comes in for the killer close-up but with no history, context, or explanation of vast, complex, and interlocking social/historical/economic forces. Then, the media goes home. And the story — literally and figuratively — became old news. There’s often no follow-up info or examination of how compromises are engineered or how lives go on or end.

How’s that for a lead-up to — A Plan? Oh, a plan. The plan is to show up, engage, and publish two weekly stories on Medium. And some of those will be…

An Experiment

As an experiment, I may write a story responding to an intriguing Medium story. (Beyond and above my usual highlighting, clapping, commenting, and adding to Lists.)

The Name Game

Not just for brand campaigns, military strategies, and presidential security, the Boots Davidovitch Medium campaign for 2024 is The Mullet. The style’s down for mobility and visibility and provides natural sass, ease, and practical warmth. And it’s the hairstyle that’s —

Business in the Front, Party in the Back

So why are these (proposed) stories Mullets? Because the week’s first story will be essay/lit/poli-eco/poetry. That’s the up-front part of the Mullet. The back end of our conceptual Mullet is more relaxed — bawdy, even — opinionated, fierce, and unfiltered. Infused with the weekend’s spirit: unwinding, entertainment, humor, and lifestyle. The Mullet’s wild back end.

Mullet-Land!

According to authorities and experts, 2024 is associated with Dragons, the number 8, and Mullets. Any questions? Good, our tour continues to —

Our Hairy History

The thing about the Mullet that’s great and which I hope to seize upon as a source of inspiration is a gallows joie de vivre and a rebellious, quirky, joyous streak. It’s rough, it’s independent. It’s Mullet! Behold the power and the glory. The look — without saying a word — shouts:

“I may be the black sheep of the family, a manque, an underachiever, a fuck-up, and a, ne’er do well. Maybe not to be trusted with razors and beer at the same time. I may be overeducated and underemployed, but my heart’s in the right place. — Center of the chest, behind and slightly to the left of the sternum.”

From Then to Now and How

Neanderthals may have rocked this business-in-the-front, party-in-the-back style. Historians record it in Ancient Greece. Some Native American tribes sported Mullets.

Grabbing the collective mainstream by its throat in the 1970s, The Mullet shook it — for OVER A DECADE — only releasing it in the late ’80s. Ironically, mainstream America had moved by the Beastie Boys named the style.

The Mullet will not die. NO, THE MULLET LIVES! with Mullet Head athletes, musicians, and 3 a.m. upturned bowl-home haircutters rocking the look.

Release the hounds! Let the Year of the 8-Ball Dragon Mullet commence!

Addendum: Author Patrick Eades suggested the great Australian Mullet Fest.

Brilliant, Patrick. Sheerly brilliant. Thank you!