I'm a wired earbuds guy. I'm glad the world is coming back to me. At least somewhat.

So there’s this whole movement around analog lifestyles. Young people are buying film cameras, collecting DVDs, knitting, and yes, wired headphones. The woman who runs the We spent 20 years telling kids that the future was digital. So I’m happy they’re choosing cords.Not just because they can’t afford to upgrade anymore, because really, who can? But because wireless earbuds kind of suck. What do you think of them and all this?The best conversations are two-way streets. I want to hear from you.* Email: james@thedailynote.net* Call or Text: (585) 371-8865* Leave a Voice Memo: thedailynote.net/contactRecent editions:14 big institutions in America all at lowest confidence level in 30 yearsWe’re a nation with fewer dishwashersKids shouldn’t need a permit for a lemonade standLife with size 16 feetThe Last Day of School Is Freedom for Kids and a Puzzle for Parents1 in 5 Teens Are Turning to AI Instead of People When They’re StrugglingYogurtWhy we won’t stop changing clocks anytime soonTrump vs. Time‘No Elon’ Sticker at Costco and What It Says About How We Buy Things NowMichael B. Jordan and a sea of phonesAre We Surrounded by Bad People?The Politicians Never PayP.S. I tell stories on radio stations and online five days a week. You can find them on Substack, Apple, Spotify, Reddit, YouTube, Instagram, and wherever podcasts are available. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jamesbrowntv.substack.com/subscribe