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by Craig Packard The term full metal jacket refers to a type of bullet with a soft metal core--usually lead--encased in a shell of harder metal, which allows for high muzzle velocity without causing damage to the barrel. Full Metal Jacket, the 1987 film by Stanley Kubrick, is an undeniable cultural touchstone that has provided men... Continue Reading →
By Scott Packard Let's talk about whiskey. That's whiskey with an "e," because we're gonna work up to whisky, commonly referred to as "Scotch," pal. You're not quite ready for that--Islay versus Speyside, blended versus single malt, peaty smoke versus smooth toasted cereal. We'll get to that soon enough. No, best to start with something... Continue Reading →
By Craig Packard Jazz. The original American art form. Some would say the only truly American art form. To which I would add the Western film, but that's a discussion for another time. For some of us, jazz is like math. Inscrutable and dense and beyond our capabilities. We know it matters, but we can't... Continue Reading →
by Craig Packard Face it, you're going to want to do it at some point. And sure, people will try and discourage you, but people doubting you just drives you on. Listening to naysayers is for lesser men. Go ahead, rock the 'stache, if you wanna. Don't let your mom, your girlfriend, your boss, basic... Continue Reading →
By Craig Packard Some would say the best beer in America is Pliny the Elder, from Russian River Brewing in California, and they might be right, but damned if Georgetown Brewing Company's Lucille doesn't give it a run for its money. On a visit to their brewery in the Georgetown neighborhood of Seattle, WA, I... Continue Reading →
ISJ recruited the most sought-after self-taught business guru who would take our calls to reveal to you the secrets of succeeding in business while really, really trying. We present: Matt Hyams. This week, Matt talks about how important it is to have your side hustle and how to convince people you don't actually work there.... Continue Reading →
ISJ recruited the most sought-after self-taught business guru who would take our calls to reveal to you the secrets of succeeding in business while really, really trying. We present: Matt Hyams. This week, Matt talks about how to bounce back from failure and the importance of controlling the wind. For more, find Matt on... Continue Reading →
ISJ recruited the most sought-after self-taught business guru who would take our calls to reveal to you the secrets of succeeding in business while really, really trying. We present: Matt Hyams. This week, Matt talks about how important first impressions are and he reveals the "Susan Secret" and why it works on everyone. For more,... Continue Reading →
by Craig Packard It’s a well-known fact that man co-evolved along with alcoholic beverages. Or maybe we just made that up. But it sounds true-ish. The well-traveled amongst us will know that, no matter where you go, you will find a strong tradition of a drinking culture. Pick a country: obviously the Irish are known... Continue Reading →
By Jason Schauer The king of the road has always been, and likely always will be, the venerable Porsche 911. The 911 is quite simply the greatest car ever created. Period. To those who know, no explanation is needed. To those that do not, no explanation will suffice. But in the immortal words of young... Continue Reading →
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