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Hi, I'm Daniela. Welcome to my personal lair on the Internet. This is where I write about storytelling, activism, technology and pop culture. Sometimes I post videos. I update my lair when the mood strikes me. Follow me on Twitter for daily updates (@dcap).

Category : brain leaks

Stuff I Love: Things By Jen

Posted on: January 3, 2009 /
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Categories: brain leaks, iwant, photos, stuff i love

Jennifer Ruiz is an artist from Patterson, California, who I discovered through the Chicana/o Art, History, y Cultura pool on Flickr. I am in love with her Dia de los Muertos/Virgen de Guadalupe-modified  figurines, charms and jewelry. She describes herself as “a peaceful chick who loves art and creating! You can usually find me at

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Taqwacores: A Punk Subculture Inspired By A Book

Posted on: December 25, 2008 /
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Categories: brain leaks, on my radar

In 2003 filmmaker and activist James Spooner’s film “Afro-Punk” was released and challenged society’s perception of black identity and the traditionally white punk scene. Also in 2003, Michael Muhammad Knight self published “The Taqwacores“, a book created to mend the rift between his being an observant Muslim and an angry American youth. Like “Afro-Punk”, Knight’s

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The Lair’s 20 Best Moments From 2008

Posted on: December 22, 2008 /
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Categories: brain leaks, lists

I was going to make my last post this year about my best moment from 2008, but why not mention 20 things PLUS the #1 that seemed to come out of nowhere and make this year so memorable? I hope next year is even more challenging and filled with more of my own creative projects.

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