I’ve been slowly learning the art of beer brewing. It’s a very interesting world to wander into. I’d liken the homebrew fanbase to that of the cycling community. In both communities there’s a vast range of beginner to expert level brewers, but the consensus is ‘just do your best and have fun along the way.’Continue reading “Hoppy Lobby”
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The Digital Declutter
This week I published a video on my YouTube channel discussing ‘The Digital Declutter.’This phrase was coined by Cal Newport in his book, Digital Minimalism, in 2017. To be sure, the idea of ‘stepping away’ from digital engagement is part of it, but the other side is a lot more work. Mentally and emotionally thinkingContinue reading “The Digital Declutter”
social media: the silent killer
Like most humans out there, I have a complicated relationship with social media. One might make the case that every job I’ve ever had is a direct result of a social media interaction at one point or another. For the first 14 years of my life we had a family computer in a room inContinue reading “social media: the silent killer”
New YouTube Channel – Laughing Dad
This is unrelated to Owen Pye music other than that I’m Owen Pye and it’s something I’m working on. A new YouTube channel dedicated to improving productivity, living simply and a comedic laugh along the way because I don’t know how not to make light of everything in life when it’s merited. If this isContinue reading “New YouTube Channel – Laughing Dad”
Fun Around Town (STL)
I was given a copy of this year’s Experience Booklet and though I haven’t gotten the full mileage out of it yet, I’ve certainly dabbled. Here are some spots I visited the last couple weeks that peaked my interest. 1 Free Small Plant with Any Cafe Purchase at MayPop I enjoyed a delightful espresso andContinue reading “Fun Around Town (STL)”
Denison Witmer Cover “Grandma Mary” – Live at The Duck Room
This was such a wonderful evening. If you were there, thank you. I was able to capture some not great footage of the evening. Here’s a cover by Denison Witmer. If you don’t know or follow Denison, you’re about 20+ years behind, but if you’re breathing there’s still time to go buy every record he’sContinue reading “Denison Witmer Cover “Grandma Mary” – Live at The Duck Room”
Just Announced – Live at The Duck Room in STL on May 14th
Facebook Live Concert – March 25th
You didn’t ask for it. But I’m gonna do it. Join me at 8pm CST Wednesday, March 25th, 2020 on FB for a live stream of me performing songs I’ve written or stolen. Click HERE and then hit ‘Get Reminder‘ so you are notified when I go live…
Every Album I’ve Ever Put Out…
Pay what you want for every OP album
Real Friends
Quick amazing story about one of my favorite humans on planet earth.