Thank you for subscribing to this newsletter—it means a lot to have you here. What is a culture mutt you may ask? I refer to a "culture mutt" as:
someone who thrives at the intersection of different cultural worlds, drawing strength from diversity rather than dilution.
Culture mutts navigate and blend various cultural influences, creating something uniquely valuable in the process ~
process=public good
This isn't just about ethnic or national culture - it's about moving fluidly between different spheres of influence, whether that's art and technology, traditional and digital, or local and global. It's about being adaptable enough to speak multiple cultural languages while remaining authentic to oneself.
Culture Mutt is more than a newsletter. It’s my effort to archive my experience, research, and projects in a way that brings value to those that follow my work. Think of it as a living archive of what makes me a culture mutt, an ongoing conversation about all my curiosities at the intersections of creativity, culture, and technology. Or maybe I’m just going to use all of this to fine tune an LLM trained on my writing and ideas for The Keepers 0.0
Here, I'll be:
• Sharing behind-the-scenes looks at my current projects and creative processes
• Exploring how technology is reshaping cultural expression and creative work
• Reflecting on trends, tools, and ideas that catch my attention
• Documenting my learnings and insights
My goal is to make this archive both a thoughtful exploration and a practical resource. A public good. Whether you're a creator, technologist, cultural observer, or simply curious about these intersecting worlds, I hope you'll find value in this archive.
My values
♡ — lead with love
⌘ — purposeful creation
◡◠ — pattern interruption
○ — self reflection
◇ — creative evolution
△▽ — duality
⍜ — consciousness of existence
I'll be sending out newsletters on a bi-weekly basis in an effort to paint the picture of what is my experience. Expect honest reflections, useful insights, and occasional deep dives into topics that matter to me.
Feel free to reply to any email—I'd love to hear your thoughts and start conversations. After all, the best insights often come from reflection with our peers.
Some housekeeping before we wrap…
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Thanks again for being here. Looking forward to exploring these intersections together.
With love,
Pete Rango
P.S. If you know someone who might enjoy these explorations, feel free to share this newsletter with them.
