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Your Best July
BYT at large July 2, 2018
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Our final party of the summer, a chance to watch things explode safely from a distance, baseball's best and heavy metal make July 2018 Your Best Month. The following contains 31+ picks to make your July the best.
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Heavy Metal @ National Musuem of Women in the Arts now open
It doesn't get more Renaissance Festival than metalwork. In fact I'd say these artists are the new iron maidens. -Jenn Tisdale
Fun House @ National Building Museum opens July 4
D.C. has a lot of fantastic summer traditions. Fireworks on the Mall, the Folklife Festival, free outdoor movie screenings throughout the city and a massive influx of clueless tourists are just a handful of the fun things we look forward to when the weather starts to warm up. In the past few years, the National Building Museum has created their own summer tradition by transforming their beautiful space into a grand interactive exhibition that becomes the belle of everyone's Instagram ball. The wonderfully named Snarkitecture created the 2016 installation THE BEACH and they're back again for FUN HOUSE which looks just as delightfully weird. Not all of the tourists know about the Building Museum yet (probably because you can't see it from the Mall) so get there soon and enjoy one of the most underrated museums in the city while you still can! -Kaylee Dugan
Sense of Humor @ National Gallery of Art opens July 15
For something so essential to the human experience, humor's representation in art has always been relegated to the less-glamorous world of prints. I won't pretend to know why that is, but if I had to guess I'd say that art, specifically in painting and sculpture, has an aura of seriousness to it; an aura that is strictly mature and too adult to loosen up to the childish inhibitions of humor. And while humor is universal, its impact on an external audience is grounded in much more subjectivity than feelings of grief and contemplation. The Sense of Humor collection at the National Gallery of Art shines a much-needed light on the importance of humor in art, showcasing works by artists such Francisco Goya, Saul Steinberg, and William Hogarth to drive a discussion about humor's parity and importance as an artistic emotion. -Ruben Gzirian
Give People Money: How a Universal Basic Income Would End Poverty, Revolutionize Work, and Remake the World by Annie Lowrey available July 10
The mainstreaming of radical leftist political thought over the last two years continues with the new book from political and economic journalist Annie Lowrey, Give People Money: How a Universal Basic Income Would End Poverty, Revolutionize Work, and Remake the World. A much needed argument for decency, empathy, and wealth redistribution, Lowrey presents a shockingly simple solution to many complex issues that haunt modern life. -Matt Byrne
Just a Shot Away: Peace, Love, and Tragedy with the Rolling Stones at Altamont by Saul Austerlitz available July 10
Entertainment writer Saul Austerlitz's new book Just a Shot Away: Peace, Love, and Tragedy with the Rolling Stones at Altamont zeroes in on the traumatic flashpoint that quickly became a symbolic end to the idealism of the 1960s. The book takes a deep dive on the micro and macro effects this event had, through interviews with the family of Meredith Hunter, who was killed by a member of Hells Angels security team, to reflections from cultural theorists like John Burks and Rolling Stone's Jann Wenner. -Matt Byrne
Useless Magic: Lyrics and Poetry by Florence Welch available July 10
If anyone on this earth is a real live witch, it's probably Florence Welch, the visionary behind Florence + The Machine (what a shocker). Her aesthetic has always leaned towards very fashionable fortune teller so it's no surprise that her book of lyrics and poetry looks like something that would look nice next to your Rider Waite deck. It doesn't hurt that the title is a riff off of one of the best worst 90's romantic comedies either. -Kaylee Dugan
District of Comedy Festival @ The Kennedy Center July 19 – 21
The Kennedy Center's comedy festival is back and with it comes some old funny (Patton Oswalt), new funny (Jo Firestone and Friends), borrowed funny (maybe not, stealing jokes is a COMEDY SIN) and Bernie funny (James Adomian as Bernie Sanders should not be missed). -Jenn Tisdale
The Bentzen Ball Podcast Studio returns to the District of Comedy Festival on July 20 with That's So Retrograde and July 21 with Employee of the Month with Catie Lazarus
Patton Oswalt @ The Kennedy Center July 21
Patton Oswalt has always reminded me of that nerdy overweight high school kid sitting in the back of class penning in his journal about just how ridiculous and dim-witted everyone around him is. Add an appropriate helping of blunt self-deprecation, and what you have is a comedian capable of breaking down any topic with levels of depth and "did he really say that?" moments. If you need proof, just listen to his bit about Florida from 2014's Tragedy Plus Comedy Equals Time. And while Oswalt's talent stretches across eight comedy albums, six stand-up specials, and more than 50 movies, his greatest talent will be to demonstrate how he uses his God-given comedic abilities to maneuver the sensitive topic of the sudden 2016 passing of his late-wife Michelle McNamara. Grief has a way of changing one's perspective, of altering the world outside and inside of you; Oswalt's talent will surely grapple with that, resulting in evolved and more personal stand-up. -Ruben Gzirian
5th Annual Port City Pub Crawl July 7
BeerYoga, themed trivia nights, Joggers & Loggers, Pedals 'n' Pints, release parties: There is always something going on at Port City Brewing. No brewery inside the Beltway embraces programming – and the idea of the brewery as a community hub – like the Virginia operation. But its biggest annual event occurs outside the brewery, across the bars and restaurants of its neighborhood waterfront. Yes, it early July, so it is time for the Old Town Pub Crawl.
Here's the deal: Participants have from 1:30 to 6:00 to visit eight respected Alexandria establishments (click the link above for the full list), collect a stamp from each, and then head to the Port City tent (at the corner of King and Union) to receive a commemorative glass. (While supplies last!) (But seriously, they ran out two years ago.)
Now in its fifth year, this day-drinking odyssey is an intuitional DC-area event. And for the first year, there's an after-party (at Murphy's), so the fun doesn't have to stop. If you want my humbly offered advice, order glasses of the German Pilsner (a Lager Series standouts), the recently unveiled Ideaal Tripel (dangerously #crushable at 8.5%), and Derecho Common (one of the area's best summer seasonals). And make an effort to find Ed Grant – a cat aficionado, longtime Dolfan, and BYT's favorite beer slinger. -Phil Runco
Piña Colada Festival @ Colada Shop July 10 through 22
With its big outdoor patio and beautiful new rooftop, Colada Shop is setting themselves up to be one of D.C.'s go to summer drinking destinations. Their drinks are always on point, their Cubans already have a cult following, so it's no surprise that they're celebrating their second anniversary with a Piña Colada festival. Swing by on the 10th to suck down four different boozy variations on the drink while you snack on free Cuban snacks and develop mouth ulcers from the amount of pineapple you're eating! Even if you're busy on the 10th, Colada Shop will be offering all four drinks until the 22nd, so you have more than enough time to develop a crippling Piña Colada addiction. -Kaylee Dugan
Crooked Run 5 Year Anniversary Party July 14
As we pointed out earlier this year, one of the big takeaways from BYT's 2017 Beer in Review was that beer directors and brewers alike love Crooked Run Brewing. This isn't a big surprise: The Virginia brewery does a number of styles very well, including hazy (and adventurously adjunct'd) IPAs, kettle and barrel-aged sours, and wild ales. It also makes a mighty fine pilsner in the form of the Southern Hemisphere-hopped Cruise Control.
On July 14, Crooked Run will celebrate its five-year anniversary. (That's five years since the Leesburg nanobrewery opened; founders Jake Endres and Lee Rogan opened a larger production facility in Sterling just a year ago.) It will celebrate this occasion at both of its locations. At the Sterling spot (which shares a space with a doooooope taqueria), they'll have live music and a cask tent. In Leesburg, they'll be offering a "special sour tap list." They'll also be dropping some cans of Starfire (a sour DIPA with passion fruit) and Noriega (a triple IPA with pineapple), plus bottles of Glory (a "big stout" aged in Woodford rye barrels). Speaking of sour IPAs, we chatted with Endres about his stellar Raspberry Empress for our round-up of the area's best spring beers. -Phil Runco
UNION 6th Anniversary Celebration & Grand Opening July 28
UNION Craft Beer came here to do two things: crush beer and celebrate momentous occasions. And they're all out of-
Wait, no, they still have plenty of beer. But they also have plenty to celebrate. The Baltimore operation –a top 3 area brewery for my money – is turning six! And, holy shit, they just opened their new brewery location at the Union Collective (a project they spearheaded!). It's been a big year! I'm gonna keep making it rain exclamation points!!!
If you've never been to a UNION event, these guys know how to do them right. New beers, vintage beers, live music, local food – they've got all the angles covered. Unsurprisingly, this party sold out, like, six weeks in advance, but maybe you can find someone looking to offload a ticket or two. And if you can't, go check out the new space another day. From traditional German styles to hop-forward ales to zippy kettle sours, there is nothing that head brewer Kevin Blodger hasn't perfected. -Phil Runco
Ant-Man and The Wasp in theaters July 6
It's hard to give a damn about Ant-Man and The Wasp in the wake of the events of Marvel's Avengers: Infinity War (at this point it's been months, so not going to say "spoiler alert". Watch the damn movie). The death of so many beloved characters was a real gut punch, no matter how many of those might be reversed in next year's sequel, and the tone of that last movie was somewhat nihilistic. So, coming out with this buddy-comedy/action movie as the immediate next film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe seems a little…strange? Tone-deaf? That being said, Ant-Man was a relatively small-profile property for Marvel and Disney, driven by Paul Rudd's incredible charm, goofy sense of humor, and everyman good looks. Add in Evangeline Lily – who was truly the best part of Lost – as his co-star, and it should be a fun, light film set before the events of Infinity War that hopefully gives us some more shading into the broader MCU. -Jose Lopez-Sanchez
The Legacy of a Whitetail Deer Hunter premiers on Netflix July 6
Jody Hill's latest feature, The Legacy of a Whitetail Deer Hunter, starring Josh Brolin and Danny McBride, comes to Netflix this month. Initial reviews have not been kind to this father-son bonding flick from the team that recently wrapped up HBO's near-perfect Vice Principals, but it's still probably worth a watch if you're at all a fan of Hill and McBride's gleefully vulgar oeuvre. -Matt Byrne
Don't Worry, He Won't Get Far on Foot in theaters July 13
Don't Worry, He Won't Get Far on Foot finds auteur filmmaker Gus Van Sant in his crowd-pleasing biopic mode, bringing the life of celebrated underground cartoonist John Callahan to the big screen. The film follows Callahan, a suitably intense Joaquin Phoenix, as he enters treatment for alcoholism and discovers his love for art and comedy, with the help of his sponsor, played by Jonah Hill. -Matt Byrne
Robin Williams: Come Inside My Mind premiers on HBO July 17
Robin Williams: Come Inside My Mind, HBO's intimate portrait of the life of an extremely creative and engaging performer doesn't shy away from the darkness that haunted him throughout his life. Both a celebration of his work and an exploration of his demons, this is a must-see for comedy lovers. -Matt Byrne
Cinemetery: Jurassic Park @ Congressional Cemetery July 20
There are so many great outdoor movie series in D.C., but Cinemetery easily takes the cake. Once a month the District's beautiful Congressional Cemetery plops a giant screen in the middle of their graveyard and breaks out the popcorn machine. This month they're playing Jurassic Park, which is 1. Not too spooky, so this is the perfect way to convince your lamer friends to come hang out in a cemetery and 2. Should help clear your brain of the nightmare that is Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom! Like with most movie screenings, we highly recommend you BYOB, just be respectful. It is still a cemetery after all. -Kaylee Dugan
Cupcake Wars DC @ Studio 52 July 8
Have you ever wanted to see how the sausage is made and spend an afternoon effectively living inside of the bad TV you watch when you're too stoned on a Sunday? Good, because DC Cupcake Wars is here whether you like it or not. 12 lucky bakers will make two varieties of cupcakes in the hope of winning $500 and, more importantly, an insane amount of bragging rights. As an audience member, you'll definitely get to taste some of that good sugar so come hungry and ready to watch people duke it out with their Kitchen Aide blenders. Or something. -Kaylee Dugan
Taste of the Titanic @ National Geographic Museum July 25
There isn't too much information on this event (at least nothing I could find within 30 seconds of Googling) but it sounds absolutely wild. The folks at National Geographic are taking you on a culinary trip through time and teaming up with some of the best restaurants in the city to serve you menu items from the actual titanic. From the "hearty fare" in third class (they're talking about grule, right?) to the bougie meals in first class, get ready to live out your Jack and Rose fantasies. Minus the steamy nude painting scene. That would be weird. -Kaylee Dugan –
Janelle Monáe @ Chicago Theatre July 5, Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden July 18, The Anthem July 20
There few artists who require listening based on the quality of their music AND the importance of their message. Janelle Monáe is one of those artists. Her music has always had a futuristic production dialect that spoke to a greater purpose behind inventive and expansive albums such as 2010's The ArchAndroid. Her most recent album, 2018's Dirty Computer, has kept this trend alive and well but elevated the importance of Monáe's music by creating a lyrical narrative that extols the triumph of an artist who has found her voice since recently coming out as pansexual. Tracks like "I Like That" and "Django Jane" lull you in with recognizable sound compositions, but force you to take notice when Janelle uses recognition to garner attention. This sort of understanding of how to pair music with narrative without sacrificing either has garnered her praise from luminaries such as Outkast and Prince. -Ruben Gzirian
Mock Identity record release @ Black Cat July 5
You should probably listen to more local music. Not only are the shows cheaper, but there is a lot of great stuff flying underneath everyone's radar. Case in point: Mock Identity, a post-hardcore supergroup, is the rare punk band with enough anger, experimentation, and melody to make me reconsider pulling the word "angular" out of retirement. They're also joined by Puff Pieces, a punk band with a drummer that has to be seen to be believed. -Alan Zilberman
Chelsea Jade @ Mercury Lounge July 9
I haven't seen Chelsea Jade live since probably…I don't even know, four or five years ago? It was during CMJ (when that still existed), so definitely ancient history, but her performance was a stand-out for me back then, and seeing as I still massively dig her tunes, I'm V. EXCITED for her to be back for a show. (Bonus – the homie pronoun is opening for her!) -Megan Burns
Slum Village @ Subterranean July 12, Songbyrd July 16, Highland Ballroom July 19
The relevance surrounding present-day Slum Village is very much stuck in the past. At its height, the Detroit group functioned on the outskirts of mainstream hip hop, powered by the legendary futuristic mind-bending production of the late-J Dilla. And while J Dilla is/was the reason most people even know who Slum Village are, the true hip hop fan will also recognize that his partners in crime, rappers Baatin and T3, were just as unique, floating through J Dilla's production with a finesse stuck in time. Unfortunately, of the original line up, only T3 is still alive, but that shouldn't preclude you from experiencing them. Everything about Slum Village was different, and songs like "I Don't Know" and "Fall in Love" remind you just how much potential they had until fate had other plans. -Ruben Gzirian
MOURN @ Baby's All Right July 18, DC9 July 19
Spanish band MOURN just released their third LP Sorpresa Familia, and they'll be hitting the road for some North American gigs (including one at Empty Bottle in Chicago in August, for any of you who are reading this from ye olde Windy City) in support of the new tunes. The tracks are fast 'n furious (only one clocks in at over three minutes in length), so you've got plenty of time to throw the record on repeat between now and when they roll through for the shows. DO IT! -Megan Burns
The Internet Hive Mind available July 20
The Internet might be the best damn band out there today. Despite further changes to their lineup – keyboard player Jameel Bruner left last year to focus on his solo project – the soul/R&B group led by Syd and Matt Martians continues to produce some of the slickest, most inventive tunes. Guitarist Steve Lacy and bassist Patrick Paige II are also finding their grooves as songwriters and contributors, and they've tapped into a vibrant groove making music to soundtrack all of your sultry summer nights. -Jose Lopez-Sanchez
Read our 2015 interview with The Internet
Jaws in Concert @ Wolf Trap July 21
While I know this is clearly the score to Jaws being performed in concert, a very small, hopeful part of me hopes the shark is performing at Wolf Trap. – Jenn Tisdale
Raphael Saadiq @ Pitchfork Music Fest July 20, Lincoln Center Out of Doors July 25, The Kennedy Center July 27
Throwing around the title of "royalty" in any genre is a dangerous game, but sometimes it's just so obvious that it's not even worth debating. In the realm of R&B, Raphael Saadiq has that title. Don't feel bad if you know who Raphael Saadiq is. Before there was Miguel, before there was D'Angelo, before there was R. Kelly, there was Raphael Saadiq. Starting as a member of the 1980s/1990s group Tony! Toni! Toné, Saadiq has built a career on an uncanny recognition of musical trends and how those trends relate back to his love of soul and funk. To this day his 2011 album The Way I See It is still the best Motown album not made before 1980. In addition to his own career, Saadiq has directly influenced the careers of other legends; he wrote or produced D'Angelo's "Lady," "Untitled (How Does It Feel), and Erykah Badu's "Love of My Life." Jay-Z once said that he's a living legend because "everyone wanna be Hov, but Hov's still alive." Saadiq would agree. -Ruben Gzirian
Lauren Ruth Ward @ Elsewhere July 23
Lauren Ruth Ward puts on one hell of a live show, so if you want to have a guaranteed excellent time, probably go ahead and grab tickets now before they all sell out. I'm speaking from experience – her gig at Baby's All Right this spring was insane. -Megan Burns
Arctic Monkeys @ Forest Hills Stadium July 24, The Anthem July 28, 29
Certain bands exist that come to define a soundtrack to your life through every chapter. With their 2006 release of the seminal Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not, the Arctic Monkeys began a career that has evolved alongside the inclinations of a rabid fan base that still remembers hearing "Perhaps Vampires Is a Bit Strong But…" and feeling a kindred connection to the angst and doubt felt by a group of guys from Sheffield. Since their debut, the Arctic Monkeys have slowly shed the boisterous sound production that defined their early work and transitioned into a soundscape that suggests a more meditative pragmatic approach to describing the perils of desire. Their recent 2018 album, Tranquility Base Hotel & Casino, was a sharp departure a few years in the making, finally putting the spotlight completely on front man Alex Turner. The result is an album that reflects a collective exhalation from a group that has moved on from pairing turmoil with bluster. -Ruben Gzirian
Fantastic Negrito @ Sixth & I July 25
Every guitar chord radiating from the mangled hands of Fantastic Negrito (real name Xavier Dphrepaulezz) and every lyric packed with social commentary and fulled by strife can be linked back to a life lived 3 times over. Whether you go song-for-song on 2018's Please Don't Be Dead or 2017's The Last Days of Oakland, Dphrepaulezz ability to tell a story of tragedy, struggle, love, and succumbing to evil in hopes of finding good is effortless as his musical juxtaposition of blues, funk, rock, and R&B. Parts of his life story are simply hard to believe: he left home at the age of 12 from a family of 14, he learned how to play piano by sneaking into UC Berkeley by posing as a student, and after being involved in a major car accident in 1999 he only began playing music again as way to entertain his infant son. Every song opens the listener to a chapter in Dphrepaulezz's saga, and his talent ensures you hang on every word. -Ruben Gzirian
GoldLink @ U Street Music Hall July 25, 27, 28
I feel like everytime I write about D.C.'s GoldLink I inevitably mention his seminal 2017 song "Crew." But really it's sort of tough not to. The impact of that song is really difficult to understand if you (a) didn't know about Goldlink before "Crew" and/or (b) weren't living in D.C. when that song dropped. Prior to 2017, GoldLink was slowly traversing a musical landscape that included pit stops in synthy drum-and-bass territory (2014's The God Complex) and stylings that resembled diluted Baltimore club pop hits (2015's And After That, We Didn't Talk). With the release of 2017's At What Cost, GoldLink finally hit his stride with a colorful album filled with narratives of perseverance, loyalty, and guilt supported by production that had spikes of traditional 808-drum patterns, low-fi indie pop, and tamed atmospheric club music. A year later, you still hear this album blaring from cars in the city with "Crew," sharing the distinct role of being a timeless summer jam and a city anthem. Each of GoldLink's three concerts will be themed differently, telling the story of an artist willing to take chances and nailing the basics. -Ruben Gzirian
The xx @ 9:30 Club July 26, 27, 28, Panorama NYC 2018 July 29
The most I can say about The xx at this point in their career is that when I saw Romy Croft and Oliver Sim sitting VIP at the Kim Jones' debut show as artistic director of Dior Men's, I wasn't surprised at all (I base all of my celebrity hierarchical standings based on fashion show seating arrangements). Over three albums and career nearing the 15 year mark, The xx have become more than a band. They've become a statement: a statement of fashion, a statement of UK indie pop, and statement of how to live on the outskirts of the "what have you done for me lately" music mentality without ever being questioned. The xx are also the only band that I've seen live that can take any venue and make it as intimate as lyrics, "there are things I wish I didn't know/I try my best to let them go," deserve. -Ruben Gzirian
If you're looking for more D.C. July concert picks, consult our DC Summer Concert Picks feature. We picked one show each day of summer worth your time and money.
Consult our Fourth of July Guide for all of your Fourth of July party needs
BYT & Smithsonian American Art Museum invite you to Unseensters After Hours July 13
Join us for the last BYT after hours of the summer (we'll see you again in September, but …) and it is a beauty – inspired by Trevor Paglen's Sites Unseen, we are taking over one of D.C.'s most iconic destinations with: open bars, a Yeasayer DJ set (!!!), 8 amazing local acts, plus surprises around every corner. It is one guaranteed way to have THE BEST Friday the 13th of your life. Tickets are available HERE and going fast. See you soon!
FIFA World Cup 2018 now through July 15
If you've been paying even remotely close attention to the site, you'll know that I am a maniac for the World Cup. Granted, MY team (Argentina) was knocked out over the weekend, but just like I do with any/all competitive reality TV shows, I have chosen a next-best-thing in Uruguay. (Until they potentially get knocked out, in which case I will choose somebody else to root for.) The final takes place on Sunday July 15, and you better believe I have that hardcore blocked off on my calendar so I can properly devote all my energy to screaming at the TV. -Megan Burns
Wimbledon 2018 July 2 through 15
THE SPORTS PLOT THICKENS. In addition to being glued to the World Cup, I'm going to have to double-up on my screen time thanks to the overlap of Wimbledon. The Round of 128 kicks off today (July 2) and the final is ALSO on July 15, so I will have my hands full in the realm of ye olde deportes. It's a total bummer that Andy Murray has had to pull out due to injury, but lots of household names WILL be present to compete, so that's a solid consolation re: the men's side. Am also interested to see if Serena can come at it full force this time after that unfortunate early retirement in the French Open, and wonder if Azarenka will make any waves after an absence. (As always, I hope Sharapova loses real hard.) -Megan Burns
All Star Game and Home Run Derby @ Nationals Park July 17 and 18
The 89th edition of Major League Baseball's All-Star Game is taking place at Nats Park on July 17. It's the first time D.C. has hosted the game since 1969, and it coincides with what will potentially be Bryce Harper's last season as a member of the Washington Nationals. Bryce Harper is one of the best and most popular players in baseball, and he'll most certainly start baseball's showcase exhibition match, seeing as he's currently leading all outfielders in votes. The All Star Game is a fun, fan-driven exercise in dreamcasting that no longer has postseason implications, but remains entertaining because it's one of the few times baseball loosens its unwritten "rules".
The Home Run Derby takes place on Monday, July 16. It pits baseballs best power hitters against each other in a competition to see who can hit the most dingers, and who can hit the longest dingers. We're not saying it's an exercise in penis envy, but we're also not not saying that. The list of participants is yet to be defined, but I'd be happy if home run monster Giancarlo Stanton and legendary old man Ichiro Suzuki participate. No matter who actually does, it will be damn entertaining. See you guys in the nosebleeds at Nats Park. -Jose Lopez-Sanchez
DC Fray's DC Field Day @ RFK Stadium Grounds July 28
My favorite memory of elementary school field day was beating my then nemesis (what, you didn't have a rival when you were 9?) in the tug of war. By the end my hands were bleeding, but sometimes you have to bleed to win. I'd like to think I've held onto that spirit of (bloodthirsty) competition. -Jenn Tisdale
Citi Open @ Rock Creek Park Tennis Center July 28 – August 5
It's the 50th anniversary of Citi Open and they are really going tennis balls to the wall! Beyond the tournament itself you can also party at the 50th celebration kick off party, tailgate (all you cane at and drink at each tailgate!), Citi Taste of Tennis AND MORE. – Jenn Tisdale
Sharp Objects premieres on HBO July 8
HBO's latest twist-y turn-y limited series comes in the way of Sharp Objects, an adaptation of the 2006 novel by Gillian Flynn (who would go on to write Gone Girl a few years later). Starring Amy Adams as an investigative journalist who returns to her home town to dig up some dark secrets both internal and external, the series looks to be an engaging, binge-able thriller with a stacked supporting cast. -Matt Byrne
Bobcat Goldthwait's Misfits & Monsters premieres on Tru TV July 11
TruTV's new scripted anthology show, Bobcat Goldthwait's Misfits & Monsters, gives a series of pulpy genre tales a satirical bend, with the help of a cast of well-loved comedians like Bridget Everett, David Koechner, Danny Pudi, and Michael Ian Black. Getting a sort of Creepshow-meets-Black Mirror vibe here? -Matt Byrne
Castle Rock premieres on Hulu July 25
Castle Rock, Hulu's latest in a run of Stephen King adaptations, incorporates characters from various King short stories into a single town to tell an entirely new story. Hulu's clearly looking for their Stranger Things here and honestly I'm gonna give them their shot. -Matt Byrne
Dan Pfeiffer (co-host of Pod Save America) @ Sixth & I July 10
As one of the co-hosts of the wildly popular Pod Save America podcast, Dan Pfeiffer is a leading progressive voice in the "is this really happening?" part of the media grappling with the absurdity of Capitol Hill, the Presidency, and everything in between. Pfeiffer's perspective on current happenings is made that much more relevant and insightful when you remember that he was President Obama's Communications Director—arguably a role that had added importance during a presidency that relied heavily on effective communication. Pfeiffer's new book, Yes We (Still) Can: Politics in the Age of Obama, Twitter, and Trump, builds on his experience in the Obama White House and delves deeper into the implications of media for the Democratic Party in a new era of information consumption. Much of the discussion about the current political landscape is firmly planted in the now and why. Pfeiffer's experience lends itself to exploring the how and why as 2020 slowly creeps closer.-Ruben Gzirian
Alan Cumming @ The Kennedy Center July 28
Alan Cumming's Legal Immigrant, a collection of "musings on his ten years as a U.S. citizen, growing older and what it feels like to be an immigrant in today's America," is proof positive that he is a jack of all trades and master of all. As an official Officer of the British Empire (OBE), and vocal supporter of LGBT equality, Cumming's perspective on the immigrant experience is not usually one that comes to mind in present-day America. But it's this exact juxtaposition to what we usually expect when we hear "immigrant," that makes Cumming's performance remarkable. Reading over what's going down during Legal Immigrant is actually hard to comprehend: musical performances covering songs made famous by Edith Piaf, Adele, and Pink will coexist in a show that also includes a performance by The Proclaimers. I honestly have no clue how any of this makes sense or how it will be anything more than a conscious stream of over-the-top symbolism, but when that conscious stream is coming from the brilliant mind of Alan Cumming there really isn't much to complain about. -Ruben Gzirian
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Populația Argentinei: 44.944.096 (2019)
 Creștere anualǎ: 1,00% (2019)
 Natalitate: 17,3 la 1000 (Fertilitate 2,3 nașteri/femeie, Mortalitate infantilă 10,5 la 1000)
 Mortalitate: 7,3 la 1000
 Speranță de viață: 74,0 la bǎrbați și 80,5 la femei
 Infectare cu HIV-SIDA: 0,5% din populație (2011)
 Alfabetizare: 97,2%
 Populație urbanǎ: 92%
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As the year draws to a close, it is natural to reflect on the adventures and experiences which have highlighted and shaped your year and to start looking at what you want 2017 to become. Will 2017 be the year you visit a new continent? Learn how to ask for directions in a new language? Point your boots in the new direction of a new untrodden trail?
If you're looking for ideas of where to visit in 2017, look no further! We consulted our most well travelled staff to ask them which of the Lonely Planet's "Best in Travel" destinations are at the top of their bucket list to visit in 2017...plus we added a couple of incredible destinations for the more exotic traveller that didn't make the Lonely Planet cut!
Pristine and sparsely populated, with vibrant cities, diverse cultures and landscapes of staggering beauty, Canada is an outstanding travel destination. Canada really is nature's playground, with its snowcapped peaks, unspoiled forests, labyrinthine coastline and isolated islands.
Canada will be bursting with celebration for its 150th birthday, which is on 1 July 2017. The landmark anniversary will also see visitors enjoying free entry to National Parks across the country throughout the year. Parks Canada was a world first when it was established in 1911 and today the system looks after more than 200 National Parks, marine conservation areas and historic sites in every province and territory. Also targeted to be completed in time for the celebration are the final sections of the Trans Canada Trail, the world's longest network of recreational trails.
With 47 National Parks and Reserves, dozens of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, thousands of lakes, a handful of sublime mountain ranges and the longest coastline in the world, it's no surprise the nation has topped Lonely Planet's 'Best Countries to Visit' in 2017.
Panoramic view of the 'lost' Inca ruins of Choquequirao.
Though the World Heritage site of Machu Picchu has been drawing travellers to Peru for years, its sister city, Choquequirao, is the one making headlines now.
Choquequirao is one of the most remote Inca ruins in the Peruvian Andes, hidden across the deep Apurimac Valley. Incredibly, two-thirds of this site is still covered in jungle and archaeologists are clearing it to reveal more of the spectacular lost city. At three times the size of Machu Picchu, Choquequirao only sees a dozen visitors per day, so you can truly feel like Indiana Jones discovering these ancient Inca ruins for yourself.
However, with a cable car set to be built within the next few years, this is likely to change. The cable car will be able to transport up to 3000 visitors per day to the ruins, with a travel time of only 15 minutes compared to the current four day round trip hike.
One of our favourite alternative trails in Peru is the Inca Rivers Trek. Walk through ancient cloud forest and over spectacular high passes to the 'lost' ruins of Choquequirao. The journey continues to Patallacta, providing a stunning and rarely seen view of Machu Picchu from the opposite side.
Ama Dablam looms large in the distance.
Nepal is a place that is very close to our hearts, it is where our story began in 1975 when we commenced our operation of trekking holidays in the Himalaya. Nepal is rich in many things...the world's highest mountains, fertile valleys, peaceful villages, and a gentle culture that will capture your heart. It's no wonder why it is so easy to fall in love with this beautiful and captivating part of the world.
Nepal has so much to offer for both trekkers and mountaineers. Walk across lush foothills and through remote villages in the Annapurna Region, tackle the bucket list historical trail to Everest Base Camp or challenge yourself on our five month long Great Himalaya Trail Traverse or a mountaineering expedition such as Mera Peak, Island Peak or Lobuche East.
Since the catastrophic earthquakes in April 2015, Nepal is slowly rebuilding its crumbled homes, schools and landmarks. Tourism is the country's single largest industry and now, more than ever, the people of Nepal need something back from us. You can make a difference to Nepal's recovery by simply visiting the country. Trekking through Nepal has a flow on effect throughout the country, from porters in small villages, to taxi drivers in Kathmandu and cafes in Jomsom.
With its unspoiled scenery, fascinating history and generous people, Mongolia certainly is a remarkable and compelling travel destination. Scenes of expansive steppe grasslands with the occasional yurt, rugged glacier capped peaks, young nomadic children saddle-less on horseback and clear alpine lakes will stay etched in your mind for eternity.
Despite the draw of modern life, hundreds of thousands of Mongolians continue to live a nomadic way of life that goes back at least a millennium. However, many are starting to migrate to the cities, being lured by the prospect of jobs in the booming mining and construction industries. As a result, the traditional nomadic lifestyle and rich cultural traditions formed during centuries of nomadic life are under threat.
As Mongolia lurches into the future, one can only hope that the traditions of one of the world's last remaining nomadic populations will be preserved for future generations. We are grateful to work with the legendary adventurer Tim Cope, bringing you several unique opportunities to trek through Western Mongolia in the footsteps of the nomad to experience this culture firsthand.
Ladakh translates to "Land of the High Passes' – and it certainly merits this name with its multitude of towering mountain ranges, river valleys and high plateaus. Unique and remote, the traditional culture of Ladakh derives from Tibetan Buddhism evidenced in the many centuries-old monasteries that are found in almost every village throughout Ladakh. Also known as 'Little Tibet', this area of northern India has sought guidance in religious matters from Tibet since the 13th century.
Wildlife is also abundant in the mountains, and whilst trekking it is common to see Blue Sheep, Ibex, an occasional wolf, wild yaks, marmots, chukors, and birds of prey such as the Golden Eagle and the Iammergier. Though a rare site, Ladakh is also home to the elusive Snow Leopard for those game to sneak a peek in the winter months.
Read more about the infectious nature of the Indian Himalaya from our interview with trekking legend and Lonely Planet author, Garry Weare.
Speak to any person who has had the pleasure of visiting Iran and watch their eyes light up!
Iran has a long history of 7,000 years and prospered as the "Great Persian Empire". There are plenty of 'must-see' icons such as capital Tehran; Shiraz, home of the famous Poets Tombs; Persepolis, an incredible example of the rule of the Achaemenid Empire; Yazd, the second most ancient city in the world; and Isfahan, famous for its ancient bridges, mosques, minarets and tree-lined avenues.
For anyone that loves discovering a new culture through its cuisine, travelling through Iran is entering a culinary paradise. Prepare for your Iran holiday with this list of the top 10 Iranian dishes to taste.
Those looking for a more active holiday can climb the mythical peak of Mount Damavand, a mountain peppered into Persian poetry as a symbol of the resistance to foreign rule.
Witness the unexpected on a unique journey through Iran with world-travelled journalist and 'inquiring mind' George Negus in April 2017 or see it through the lens with Lonely Planet photographer Richard I'Anson in May 2017.
Once the seat of a wealthy empire whose power and influence stretched throughout Arabia and as far as India and East Africa, Oman is an endlessly fascinating destination combining rich culture, ancient history and diverse and dramatic landscapes.
Oman doesn't boast many 'firsts' or 'biggest' in a region that is all about grandstanding. What Oman offers instead is a very rich culture and embracing society that prides itself on its ancient trading past and the promise of a highly educated future. This offers travellers an opportunity to experience a progressive Arab land, without the distorting lens of accessible wealth, unlike many of its neighbouring countries.
Its charming low-rise towns and friendly, welcoming locals, make Oman a great choice for those who seek a modern Arabia, whilst still experiencing its ancient soul.
With flight routes expanding and a burst of construction scheduled for new luxury hotels and a futuristic theme park, visit Oman now before change sets in.
For many, the Caribbean conjures up images of white sandy beaches lined with all-inclusive resorts and crystal blue waters strewn with mega cruise ships. Yet Dominica, known as 'the nature island' remains relatively untouched, with pristine beaches, virgin rainforest, beautiful waterfalls and a mountainous interior.
It is a fantastic destination for trekking, being home to the famous Waitukubuli National Trail. The trail winds through the Morne Trios Pitons National Park and showcases the best of Dominica's nature, culture and local lifestyles. Beyond trekking, there are an abundance of natural hot springs all over the island to soak in as well as plenty of water activities such as kayaking, whale watching and some of the best diving spots in the world.
You'll need to head to Dominica to experience this untouched natural beauty soon, as it's set to get its very first large-scale chain resort in 2018, paving the way for a new era of tourism in Dominica.
A country that was closed to tourism owing to a repressive military reign, Myanmar is a stunning nation that almost seems lost in time, untouched by signs of globalisation. Since opening its borders to travellers in 2012, this will no doubt change with Myanmar rapidly growing in popularity.
Blessed with cultural riches and striking natural beauty, Myanmar is a surprising travel destination with so much to offer. A place of ancient cultural traditions and great ethnic diversity, with the generous spirit of the Burmese people rising above the country's challenging history. It's popularity will only continue to grow with travellers who want to see the traditional ways of Asia, where life moves to the timeless rhythm of chanting monks and monastery bells.
From exploring the Buddhist temples, Hindu shrines and colonial architecture of Yangon, to admiring the golden temple of Shwedagon Pagoda and the gold leaves and gemstones that adorn its walls; from drifting amongst the floating villages of the tranquil Inle Lake to basking in the surreal ancient temples and pagodas of Bagan, Myanmar has a whole world to offer the adventurous traveller.
Colombia is an emerging South American destination that should definitely be on your radar. For decades it was haunted by civil war and crime, but fast forward to 2017 and this is number two on Lonely Planet's list of must-visit countries. Next year is an especially historic time for Colombia - Pope Francis will visit the country, the nation's first pope visit in 30 years.
From modern cities, handsome colonial towns and remote villages to sunny beaches, lush jungles and the forest-clad peaks of the Andes, there is so much to see and do in Colombia!
Thanks for sharing this list. I am planning my 2018 travel and I am very excited to pick my travel destination.
What a great list you've compiled! They all look like truly spectacular places to visit - definitely ones to add to the bucket list!
What a great list you've compiled! These all look like incredible and memorable experiences - thanks for sharing your thoughts. There's so many beautiful and unique places in the world to visit - definitely will need to add these to the bucket list.


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Miranda Lambert (born November 10th, 1983) is an American country music star from Longview, Texas, USA, who first gained success after becoming a finalist on the 2003 season of Nashville Star.
Lambert began her career at a young age, appearing at various talent shows in Texas, eventually acquiring a recording session in Nashville, US. She also fronted the house band of the Reo Palm Isle in her hometown of Longview for a period, the same place where Brooks & Dunn had first begun their career.
Having won the talent competition, Nashville Star, Lambert went on to sign with Epic Records, releasing her debut album "Kerosene" in 2005. The album was highly successful, debuting at number one on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart, eventually gaining Platinum certification, selling over one million copies. The album produced four top 40 singles on the Billboard Country charts.
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Speaking of her music, Lambert said "I don't write about angels, Jesus, happy days, kids. I grew up on drinkin', cheatin', love gone bad." This describes her brand of country music well, as it is not happy-go-lucky country pop, instead it is more serious tales of hardship, performed with her powerful voice.


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A flag hoisting ceremony to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the historic Pakistan Resolution was held at Pakistan Embassy this morning. Ambassador Syed Hasan Javed hoisted the national flag with national anthem playing in the background in an impressive ceremony. It was attended by a large number of Pakistani community residing in Berlin and its surrounding cities, officials of the Embassy and their family members.Ambassador, while congratulating the Pakistani community, urged them to be united and strive for earning a good name for their country. He said that March 23 was not only a day of celebration but also an opportunity to reiterate our pledge to keep working hard for the attainment of the objectives contained in the Pakistan Resolution. He said that Pakistanis living in Germany should strengthen and harmonize their relations with the German people as it would further strengthen the friendly relations between the two countries. Earlier the Head of Chancery, Mr. Sajjad Haider Khan read out the messages from the President and the Prime Minister on this auspicious occasion. Here are a few glimpses of the event.


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MONT CENIS, a pass (6893 ft.) in Savoy (France) which forms the limit between the Cottian and Graian Alps. A carriage road was built across it between 1803 and 1810 by Napoleon, while a light railway (named after its inventor, Mr. Fell, and worked by English engine-drivers) was opened alongside the road in 1868, but was destroyed in 1871, on the opening of the tunnel. This tunnel (highest point 4249 ft.) is really 17 m. west of the pass, below the Col de Fréjus. From Chambéry the line runs up the Isère valley, but soon bears through that of the Arc or the Maurienne past St Jean de Maurienne to Modane (61 m. from Chambéry). The tunnel is 8 m. in length, and leads to Bardonnèche, some way below which, at Oulx (18 m. from Modane) the line joins the road from the Mont Genèvre. Thence the valley of the Dora Riparia is followed to Turin (62½ m. from Modane). The carriage road mounts the Arc valley for 16 m. from Modane to Lanslebourg, whence it is 8 m. to the hospice, a little way beyond the summit of the pass. The descent lies through the Cenis valley to Susa (37 m. from Modane) where the road joins the railway. To the south-west of the Mont Cenis is the Little Mont Cenis (7166 ft) which leads from the summit plateau (in Italy) of the main pass to the Étache valley on the French slope and so to Bramans in the Arc valley (7 m. above Modane). This pass was crossed in 1689 by the Vaudois, and by some authors is believed to have been "Hannibal's Pass."
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Former MACHINE HEAD and VIO-LENCE guitarist Phil Demmel played his second show with SLAYER Wednesday night (December 5) at Hovet in Stockholm, Sweden. Fan-filmed video footage of the concert can be seen below.
Demmel is filling in for SLAYER's guitarist of the past eight years, Gary Holt, who announced on Sunday that he would miss the rest of the current SLAYER European trek in order to return home and be with his dying father.
On Monday, Demmel posted the following message on his social media sites: "Full circle. Karma. It's so crazy how things work out. I got a text less than 24 hours after I played my last MACHINE HEAD note.
"11 years ago (almost to the day), I had to leave a tour to fly home and be with my family when my father passes away. Some amazing dudes stepped in to cover for me and to help the band out.
"I am filling in for a legend who has replaced a legend in a legendary band on their farewell tour.
"Despite the fact that SLAYER is the reason I wanted to play heavy music, it's beyond my utmost honor to [be] asked to do this. Learning 19 songs (not just songs — SLAYER songs) has been a daunting task and I have worked very hard to do Gary and the entire camp proud.
"As we all here send our love and support to Gary Holt as he goes through a life-altering time, the rallying this camp has done is amazing.
"Thank you all for your support as I grab the baton for a few shows and fly the Bay Area flag high on stage right.
"And lastly, the biggest hero is Marta [Phil's wife] for being so selfless after having her partner home for two days, sends him off to follow this crazy dream. All hail the Queen."
Holt began filling in for SLAYER guitarist Jeff Hanneman at live shows in 2011, and became the band's full-time co-guitarist as of 2013, while remaining a member of EXODUS.
Demmel landed in MACHINE HEAD a decade after his previous band, VIO-LENCE, broke up; VIO-LENCE being the group that he launched as a teenager and in which he was later joined by Robb Flynn, MACHINE HEAD's lead singer and guitarist. Robb went on to form MACHINE HEAD in 1992, with Phil coming into the group in 2003.
Demmel announced in October that he would leave MACHINE HEAD at the end of the band's fall 2018 North American tour, explaining in a statement that it was "simply time" for him "to step away and do something else musically."
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This past weekend the Penn boys swimming team defended its home pool and took home the Northern Indiana Conference championship.
Penn also had numerous swimmers named to First-Team All-NIC. These swimmers include, Anthony Vernasco, Kyle Morris, Parker Brandenburg, Axel Brandenburg, Michael Knutson, and James Kempa. Penn also had many swimmers place on second team or received honorable mention. These swimmers were, Evan Dies, Jacob Powell, Andrew Oberlie, Matthew Evans, Nathaniel Mark, Bryce Holt and James Kempa. Penn finished on top of the NIC with a record of 10-0 for duals and had 577 first place votes.
Penn's own Kyle Morris took home the NIC MVP as well. Kyle has had a great year and has a goal of winning state. Kyle, who is attending I.U next year for Swimming blew past the competition. Kyle and his 2 relay teams received first team for the 200 Medley relay and the 200 Freestyle Relay. Kyle also was first team in the 100 Butterfly and the 100 Backstroke. Kyle had a fantastic day along with the rest of the team. Penn's coach, Jess Preston was named NIC coach of the year. Penn swept through the NIC and is another step closer to the road to state.


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Today is #GivingTuesdayNow. Language Lizard, a Pledge 1% member, is pleased to continue our support of children's education initiatives during this challenging time. Learn more about Pledge 1%, Room to Read, and other non-profits that you can support to help children worldwide.
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In celebration of Language Lizard's 15th anniversary, we took the 1% Pledge. Pledge 1% is a global movement that aims to create a new normal for companies of all sizes, and enable them to have a positive social impact through their businesses. Its aim is to make giving back a priority.
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Language Lizard has selected Room to Read as a primary recipient. This is a logical fit since our mission is to support culturally responsive teaching by providing creative and engaging educational products in over 50 languages to schools, libraries, and bilingual families. Our bilingual children's books and audio resources not only enhance dual-language literacy and promote early language learning, but also teach children about other cultures and traditions, thus helping to build welcoming and inclusive classrooms.
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MDMA Therapy Helped Me Overcome Trauma From Growing up in a War Zone
A startup founder who fled from a chaotic and violent childhood in Myanmar opens up about how MDMA-assisted psychotherapy helped her come to terms with repressed shame and grief.
by Anonymous; as told to Shamani Joshi
09 October 2020, 1:05pm
We are publishing a series of stories to coincide with World Mental Health Day on Saturday, Oct. 10. It raises awareness about the importance of mental health and advocates against social stigmas. These are challenging and stressful times. According to the World Health Organization, half of all mental illnesses begin by the age of 14 but most cases go undetected and untreated. Let's make the world a kinder and happier place for all to live in.
I don't remember a lot of my childhood. I do have glimpses of growing up in a conservative military family in Myanmar. Back then, it was known as Burma.
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I remember everything around me being in a constant state of chaos and violence when I was just a child. Burma was going through a pro-democracy freedom struggle led by students, and unfortunately, my family was one of the main targets. There were nationwide protests, civil unrest and students who supported the democratic movement were regularly hanged to death.
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My mother was the daughter of a decorated military general, so I didn't get to go to school because my parents were afraid I'd get kidnapped. It was really intense to live with that kind of fear from such a young age. I was around eight when things got really bad for my family and we were forced to escape to Singapore. I think that's when I first began to dissociate and repress my memories.
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All of a sudden, I went from worrying about staying alive in a conservative and chaotic country to living in one of the cleanest, safest and most disciplined cities in the world. I went from living in the midst of unrest to living in a condo. I could eat proper meals and drink as much water as I wanted without worrying about being poisoned. I had access to all kinds of technology. I could finally go to school. For the first time in my life, I wasn't just trying to survive. I was learning to live.
The thing is that because I was still so young, I couldn't remember in graphic detail what exactly happened to us in Burma. My parents did though and were always in survival mode. That meant ensuring we stayed alive was their top priority. It also meant that they could never quite open up to me or assure me that I was always going to be safe.
In 1996, around the time I was 15, we immigrated to the U.S. This country became my home and life progressed. I lived a normal life, went to college, got a job as a medical device salesman, and eventually started my own recruiting business. It was around the time I turned 29 in 2010 that I realised I had depression.
I began seeing a psychiatrist, who put me on antidepressants for six months. I went for regular therapy, but none of it helped. While medication was a blessing and did help me technically feel "not depressed", it dulled my senses and made me more numb than happy. I was still searching for happiness in my inner conscience. I knew I needed more.
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About three years ago, when I was 36, some of my friends tripped on psychedelic mushrooms and had an amazing spiritual experience. I'm normally a total control freak and don't like losing control, but I was curious to know what the experience would be like. My first shrooms trip was gentle: I felt peaceful, but also felt a lot of fear, like I wasn't safe around other people. But I did feel a deeper connection to myself, and feel like it allowed me to access some emotions I hadn't been able to so far. I was conflicted about doing shrooms again after the first trip, but I still wanted to reclaim the peace of mind I found on that trip.
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Around the same time, my best friend went through a traumatic breakup, and found an underground MDMA therapist as a result. These are sort of grey area therapists trained to dose you with MDMA. They have a deep understanding of how the drug works, what protocols must be followed, how to create a safe space, and how to support the patient. This one session changed my best friend, who is also an immigrant, and she asked me to share the experience with her. That's how I stumbled onto my first MDMA therapy experience last April.
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The first experience was overwhelming, to say the least. It lasted about seven or eight hours, and I felt dissociated for a big part of it. But during the moments I was conscious of, it felt like my inner psyche was having these conversations with me, telling me that so many things I felt depressed or anxious about were not my problems. It was as if my psyche was filing my fears into cabinets of what was my own pain, and what pain I was carrying for my parents and others. I saw myself in this giant glass container with the top open, afraid as I looked out at everybody, even though nobody could see me. I didn't know what sense to make of all of it.
For weeks after that experience, I was feeling all these emotions I hadn't allowed myself to ever feel. I was confused and wanted answers, but I was still too scared to try it again. Then, I went for a dinner party and met a man named Rick Doblin, who was a psychedelic researcher [and founder of Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) which describes itself as a "non-profit research and educational organization that develops medical, legal, and cultural contexts for people to benefit from the careful uses of psychedelics and marijuana"].
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Doblin was able to explain to me that the visual I'd experienced of being stuck in a glass container with an open lid was a manifestation of the feelings I repressed as a scared little girl. The glass container was a reflection of the boundaries I built for myself, always giving myself to other people, but never letting them in. I was afraid of being vulnerable, but the open top meant I was reaching out to embrace others. Hearing that helped me be more prepared for my second session.
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Almost three months later, I decided I was ready to try MDMA therapy again, this time with a different therapist. In my second session, I felt this intense feeling in my chest. It was like a prickly pain throbbing inside me. A voice in my head told me to ask my therapist to hold my hand. The next thing I know, I was asking her to hold me, like a mother holds a baby. And then, at the core of all the pain in my chest, I realised what I was feeling: Shame. Shame that I didn't even know I had. Shame I was carrying for my mother, who faced the wrath of the people for being the daughter of a military general. It was incredibly painful, but the therapy session I had afterwards allowed me to accept those parts of myself with compassion. I realised I was carrying the burdens and trauma of my parents.
I was dazed for 14 hours straight. I felt raw and vulnerable, but I realised how unkind I'd been to myself. My self-hate always made me push myself to achieve, whether it was being a good student or giving every part of myself to my job. I think I was like that because I knew how much my parents had to sacrifice for me, and I believed I too needed to overachieve to survive. But after my second session, for the first time, I realised I had to be kinder to myself, give myself a break and enjoy my life.
I went into my third session with a deeper understanding of myself. The first hour was light and beautiful, filled with positive emotions. Then, I was overtaken by this intense sadness. It was a 100 times worse than the pain I felt with shame, like a heavy burp that I just couldn't seem to let out. Suddenly, a childhood memory flashed in front of me: of people from my tribe lying on the ground as they heaved and cried with pain, shaking with a sense of loss. That was how we expressed grief in our primitive state, and I realised that's how I could let the burp escape. I had dissociated from all that pain to allow myself a normal childhood. But by feeling it, I was also letting it go.
MDMA gifted me with an opening of my emotions. It allowed me to understand the parts of myself I hadn't been in touch with. It helped me listen to the voice in my head asking me to let other people in. Being a control freak, I would normally never allow myself to cry in front of anyone, keeping my shoulders tight and swallowing my tears. Now, my friends and I drive out to isolated locations outside the city just to have these intense sessions where we cry and grieve. It feels like a pop in your entire body because you finally know you're releasing the sadness and trauma, and allowing yourself to feel love.
I come from two generations of highly controlled parents who never expressed their emotions. And I think my depression and repressed trauma came from not understanding what I was feeling.
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Fear is often how we protect ourselves from our grief and shame. Today, I'm no longer afraid of facing my own thoughts. I feel fluid and free, and comfortable in my own skin.
For me, MDMA wasn't something that made me happy or helped me party. It was the key to unlocking my emotions, and awakening my mind.
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The three CDs on the One Bright Pearl Music label all feature what I call songs of Presence. They came about when I began receiving meditation instruction from my teacher, Ruth Gilbert. At the time, I was working as a psychotherapist and training as an opera singer in Toronto. Shortly after receiving the Buddhist Dzogchen teachings on the Nature of Mind, original music – melodies and words, arose during Dzogchen practice in my daily life. It was my intention to bring non-dual awareness into the experience of recording these songs, to the extent that I was able at the time that the CDs were made. These songs are a record of that process. One Bright Pearl was created in 1995-96; Boundless was created in 2000; Birdsong arose during a silent retreat in the summer of 2008. I now live in a rural area of the Okanagan Valley with my husband and our three cats, inspired by the endless sky.
I am grateful to my teachers, Ruth Gilbert, Jon Parmenter, and H.E. Garchen Rinpoche, to my students, and to all those who are on the path of awakening. May these songs evoke the natural, infinite and ever-present light of awareness that we are.


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La bomba de calor es una máquina térmica que toma calor de un espacio frío y lo transfiere a otro más caliente gracias a un trabajo aportado desde el exterior; es decir, hace lo mismo exactamente que la máquina frigorífica; lo único que cambia es el objetivo. En la máquina frigorífica el objetivo es enfriar y mantener frío el espacio frío.

La máquina reversible
Al igual que en la máquina frigorífica, en la bomba de calor el ciclo más empleado es el de compresión de vapor, que funciona de idéntica forma que en aquella, utilizando los mismos refrigerantes, los mismos elementos y las mismas etapas de funcionamiento. Teniendo en cuenta que la misma máquina puede enfriar y calentar, parece coherente utilizar un solo aparato para ambas funciones.

Para conseguir esto sin necesidad de desmontar la máquina en cada cambio de estación, aparecen las máquinas reversibles, que aunque frecuentemente se las conoce como bombas de calor reversibles, pueden perfectamente llamarse máquinas frigoríficas reversibles. Es también un error muy extendido pensar que una bomba de calor es un aparato que produce tanto frío como calor, aunque por todo lo dicho está claro que esto no es así.

Para hacer una bomba de calor reversible, lo único que hay que añadir a la máquina es una válvula inversora de cuatro vías, como la que se representa en la figura. La válvula es eléctrica, es decir, accionada por un solenoide. Esta válvula se intercala en el circuito frigorífico y se manda, generalmente, con un conmutador invierno-verano. Al accionar la válvula se cambia el sentido de circulación del fluido frigorífico, de forma que el evaporador se transforma en condensador y a la inversa.

Durante el verano, el intercambiador de calor situado en el interior hace las veces de evaporador, y de condensador el situado en la calle, mientras que en invierno es al contrario. Debido a que tanto un intercambiador como el otro pueden ser evaporador y condensador, en este tipo de máquinas se les denomina unidad interior y unidad exterior.

La reversibilidad de la máquina no supone ningún problema, salvo el número de horas de funcionamiento, que lógicamente será muy superior al de cualquier máquina de una sola función. En cuanto a los refrigerantes, aunque hay bastantes opciones, solo unos pocos como el 407C, 410A, 134a y algún otro son los elegidos por la mayor parte de los fabricantes y se usan los mismos para todo tipo de máquinas, ya que cubren sobradamente el campo de temperaturas de las instalaciones de confort. La única parte de la máquina que tendrá que soportar condiciones "extraordinarias" respecto de las máquinas de una sola función será la unidad exterior, cuyo intercambiador, según la zona climática, tendrá que evaporar con temperaturas exteriores que pueden llegar hasta los -10 °C en invierno, y también condensar con temperaturas cercanas a los 40 °C en verano, lo cual solo requiere un buen dimensionamiento de la superficie de intercambio.

Coeficiente de eficiencia de la bomba de calor (CoP)

El concepto de rendimiento se aplica a máquinas de generación o transformación de energía, y, de conformidad con el primer principio de la termodinámica, su valor no puede ser superior a la unidad. Las máquinas frigoríficas, y por tanto la bomba de calor, no generan energía, solo la transportan de una región fría a otra más caliente. En este cometido, se obtienen rendimientos superiores al 100%. Para evitar la confusión que esto podría suponer, en este tipo de máquinas el concepto de rendimiento toma el nombre genérico de eficiencia y en el caso de la bomba de calor, el coeficiente de eficiencia se denomina CoP, que es el acrónimo de Coefficient of Performance.

Evidentemente, en las máquinas reversibles habrá dos coeficientes de eficiencia, uno como máquina frigorífica y otro como bomba de calor, conocidos en la práctica como CoP de verano y CoP de invierno. En ambos, el concepto es el mismo expresado en la máquina de Carnot:

Donde los subíndices  foco frío y  foco caliente.

La única diferencia entre ambos es el numerador, es decir, el beneficio obtenido. En invierno, cuando la máquina funciona como bomba de calor, el beneficio es el calor depositado en el foco caliente o lo que es lo mismo, la temperatura absoluta del lado caliente, mientras que en verano será el calor disipado en el lado frío, es decir, la temperatura absoluta del lado frío. Y no solo esto: entre sus beneficios más tangibles se encuentran un ahorro en la factura eléctrica y la eficiencia energética, ya que para su funcionamiento utiliza fuentes naturales gratuitas y el consumo de electricidad es en realidad mínimo. También es sostenible y ayuda a la reducción de emisiones de carbono, cumpliendo así con los objetivos de la Unión Europea contra el cambio climático. Y además es muy funcional, puesto que un solo equipo sirve para proporcionar tanto agua caliente como refrigeración y calefacción. Estos beneficios de ahorro y respeto al medio ambiente hicieron que en 2016 la Agencia Internacional de la Energía considerase la bomba de calor como la mejor tecnología disponible para la climatización de espacios.

Este CoP es el máximo teórico, que en unas condiciones de 0 °C en el exterior y 20 °C en el interior da un valor de 14,65; es decir, en teoría se podrían obtener hasta 14,65 kW de calor por cada kW eléctrico consumido. Evidentemente, esto es teórico y en la práctica, teniendo en cuenta las irreversibilidades del ciclo frigorífico real, el CoP se queda en un 15% del máximo teórico .

En el diagrama P-h del refrigerante correspondiente se pueden trazar los ciclos y calcular los CoP teóricos de funcionamiento exactamente igual que se hace para la máquina frigorífica.

CoP real
En el gráfico se observa en que conceptos se pierde la eficiencia:

 El más significativo es la eficiencia del intercambio, es decir, la eficacia con que el evaporador y el condensador intercambian calor con el aire ambiente. Esta eficacia depende en gran parte del salto térmico entre la temperatura del refrigerante y el ambiente. El rendimiento de intercambio será mejor cuanto mayor sea esta diferencia de temperatura, pero aumentarla implica aumentar la temperatura de condensación y disminuir la de evaporación, lo cual disminuye la eficiencia. La solución de compromiso suele estar alrededor de los 10 °C. En la práctica depende en gran parte del tipo de intecambiador.

 Para mejorar el rendimiento se fuerza el intercambio mediante ventiladores, tanto en el evaporador como en el condensador, aunque esto supone que la energía consumida por los mismos hay que añadirla a la consumida por el compresor.

 La compresión del gas, sea cual sea el sistema que se utilice tiene siempre pérdidas de calor y rozamientos que constituyen las irreversibilidades propias de todo sistema termodinámico real.

 Cuando la temperatura de evaporación, tanto en la máquina frigorífica como en la bomba de calor, es inferior a 0 °C, el vapor de agua contenido en el aire que entra en contacto con el serpentín, se condensa primero y después se solidifica sobre el tubo, formando una capa de hielo cada vez más gruesa, que dificulta el intercambio. Esto obliga a, de vez en cuando, fundir este hielo para recuperar el rendimiento. A esta operación se le llama ''desescarche'' y la energía consumida en ella, tiene también que añadirse a la total consumida.

 El compresor ha de estar impulsado por un sistema motor, generalmente un motor eléctrico, cuyo rendimiento, aunque elevado, no llega al 100%.

 El movimiento del fluido por la tubería produce unas pérdidas de presión por rozamiento, denominadas pérdidas de carga, que tiene que asumir el compresor y son una de las causas para que el cambio de fase, tanto en el evaporador, como en el condensador se desarrolle isotérmicamente.

Por otra parte, cuanto más baja es la temperatura de la fuente fría y más alta la de la caliente, menor es la eficiencia, lo cual es un grave inconveniente, teniendo en cuenta que la bomba de calor se usa como aparato de calefacción y va a tener, por tanto, menos rendimiento cuanto más frío haga en la calle, es decir, cuando más calor se necesita en el interior. Sin embargo, con una buena máquina, se obtienen CoP muy superiores a 1, es decir, la máquina proporciona más energía que la que consume, hasta temperaturas exteriores alrededor de -10 °C.

Aún con todos estos inconvenientes, la bomba de calor recupera calor del aire exterior. Debido a esta capacidad de extraer calor de fuentes muy frías, las cuales de otra forma no serían aprovechables, es por lo que a esta máquina se la considera como energía renovable.
Como en todos los sistemas de calefacción mediante energías renovables, es conveniente prever un sistema de apoyo con energía convencional, para cubrir los periodos muy fríos. Hay que tener en cuenta, que cuando el CoP disminuye hasta 1, se ha perdido por completo la ventaja de la bomba de calor, ya que su efectividad es la misma que la de cualquier estufa eléctrica, que por efecto Joule, produce un kW térmico por kW eléctrico consumido.

Viabilidad de la bomba de calor

Un enfoque del segundo principio de la termodinámica, es que trata de la calidad de la energía. Se entiende por calidad de la energía la mayor o menor disposición, que esta ofrece, para convertirse en trabajo. Con este criterio puede decirse que la energía eléctrica es de alta calidad, ya que aplicada a un motor eléctrico, puede convertirse en trabajo en el eje con un rendimiento superior al 90%. La calidad de la energía térmica depende de su nivel térmico, es decir, de su temperatura. En una central térmica convencional, a partir de un combustible se produce vapor a alta temperatura, que mediante una turbina se transforma en energía eléctrica, con un rendimiento total alrededor del 30%, es decir, aproximadamente 3 kW térmicos producen 1 kW eléctrico. Con esta premisa, utilizar 1 kW eléctrico para obtener 1 kW de calor, no parece una consecuencia muy coherente.

La producción de calor a partir de energía eléctrica, solamente es admisible mediante bomba de calor y aun así, tras un estudio de viabilidad que compruebe, que en todo momento la producción de calor será superior al consumo y que el CoP garantice un ahorro tanto económico como energético.
Para tener una idea de la rentabilidad que, como aparato de calefacción, nos puede dar una bomba de calor, se utiliza el CoP estacional, que es un cociente entre la energía aportada por la máquina durante todo el invierno y la energía consumida en el mismo periodo, es decir, la pagada por calefacción en los recibos de la temporada invernal.

Los fabricantes incluyen en sus catálogos tablas de potencia térmica y potencia absorbida de cada modelo, para diferentes condiciones interiores y exteriores. Los valores allí indicados, se supone que son reales y deben prevalecer sobre cualquier estimación. Una media ponderada, a lo largo del invierno, de estos valores instantáneos puede ser una buena anticipación del CoP estacional.

Por lo dicho hasta ahora, desde un punto de vista energético, necesitaríamos un CoP estacional de 3 para recuperar los 3 kW térmicos que costó producir cada kW eléctrico. Con las centrales de ciclo combinado se alcanzan rendimientos superiores al 50%, en cuyo caso sería suficiente con un CoP de 2. Desde un punto de vista económico, la viabilidad del sistema depende de la comparativa entre el precio del kW eléctrico y el kW térmico en cada momento y con cada combustible.

Tipos de bomba de calor
La fuente fría no tiene por qué ser exclusivamente el aire de la calle en invierno, sino que también podrían ser: el agua de un río, una corriente subterránea o incluso el terreno. De la misma forma, el condensador puede ceder calor, además de al aire ambiente, a sistemas de agua.

En función de la fuente de la que toman calor y a cual se lo ceden, se obtiene la siguiente clasificación:

Aire – aire: Son las más extendidas; por el precio y sobre todo por la disponibilidad de las fuentes. La máquina toma calor del aire exterior y se lo cede a un caudal de recirculación del aire del local a calefaccionar.

Aire – agua: Toma el calor del aire exterior y se lo cede al agua de circulación de una instalación de calefacción por agua. Son muy adecuadas las instalaciones de suelo radiante por su baja temperatura de funcionamiento.
Agua – aire: Toma el calor de una corriente de agua: un río cercano o una corriente subterránea y se lo cede al aire del local a calefaccionar.

Agua – agua: Toma el calor de una corriente de agua y se lo cede al agua de una instalación de calefacción.

Estas bombas que toman calor del agua, tienen un CoP superior a las de aire, ya que las corrientes de agua subterráneas, tienen una temperatura casi constante. La de los ríos es más variable a lo largo del año, pero con todo, ni mucho menos comparable a la del aire exterior, ni tampoco tan impredecible. Sin embargo, su uso está supeditado a la existencia en las cercanías de la instalación de una corriente de agua adecuada, lo cual no es fácil y restringe en gran manera la aplicación de estas máquinas.

Tierra – aire y Tierra-agua: En realidad estas bombas de calor son las mismas que las anteriores de agua. La diferencia estriba en que en estas el agua no es la fuente de calor, sino que es un fluido auxiliar para tomar el calor del terreno, cuya temperatura a poca profundidad permanece prácticamente constante. Son las bombas de calor que se utilizan en las instalaciones de calefacción llamadas geotérmicas.

Véase también
 Bomba de calor solar
 Refrigeración por compresión
 Refrigeración por absorción
 Aerotermia
 Máquina frigorífica
 Diagrama Ph
 Rendimiento térmico
 Termodinámica

Notas y referencias

Bibliografía
 Yunus A. Çengel & Michael A. Boles(1995).Termodinámica. McGraw-Hill. isbn 970-10-0909-6
 F.J. Rey& E.Velasco.Bombas de calor y Energías renovables en edificios.(U.V.A).Thomson.Madrid (2005)
 Edwuard G. Pita.(1991).Principios y sistemas de refrigeración.Editorial Limusa. isbn 968-18-3969-2
 P.J.Rapin.(1993).Instalaciones frigoríficas.marcombo Boixerau Editores.isbn 84-267-0348-8
 R.Monasterio Larrinaga& P.Hernández&Javier Saiz. La bomba de calor. Fundamentos, técnicas y aplicaciones.McGraw-Hill.isbn 84-481-0084-0

Enlaces externos

Máquinas térmicas
Transferencia de calor
Instalaciones de los edificios
Refrigeración


Our guest speaker at the May Probus meeting was Tom Hutton-Stott, from the Coastguard, based in Northumberland.
Tom took us through the history of the Coastguard, going back to 1809 through to its development today. It was a long period of modernisation, both for the people who worked as coastguards and the equipment that was used to save lives. Control changed from the Admiralty back in the 1850s to the Search and Rescue as it is known today.
The Coastguard area is vast, covering all of our coastline, as well as the mid-Atlantic, over 1.5 million square miles.
Tom explained through a visual presentation that it rescues in water, cliffs and mud. The Coastguard works hand in hand with coastal rescue operations, as well as inland rescue.
His presentation showed Great Britain split into 10 regions, with bases in each that have at least two helicopters for rescue operations. He told us that the new helicopters are the best equipped for the work they do, as well as being fast and efficient. They are a vast improvement on the old Sea King helicopters we are all used to in Northumberland.
Tom's presentation was full of facts and figures, and given so enthusiastically that we were all able to understand a little more the immense value of the work done by Search and Rescue men and women, who work so courageously to save lives in and around our shores.
After many questions by our members, a vote of thanks was given by Ian Webb for a splendid presentation. He wished Tom and all Search and Rescue officers every success in the future.