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the large almond latte monthly Previously known as 'The Flock' |
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New name, new brand, but don't worry, it's the same fun af content! Now featuring newsletters, articles, podcasts and FB convos all under the one cute banner! Your opinions form our content and interaction from you is the funnest part, so join the conversation!BONUS: get 5 people to join the Facebook and sign-up to the newsletter for the chance to win a prize!* New name, new brand, but don't worry, it's the same fun af content! Now featuring newsletters, articles, podcasts and FB convos all under the one cute banner! Your opinions form our content and interaction from you is the funnest part, so join the conversation! BONUS: get 5 people to join the Facebook and sign-up to the newsletter for the chance to win a prize!* |
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*Prize is probably pretty average, let's be real. I'm not made of money. But I promise you'll get one if you win. Message us on FB with your five, and if they subscribe and join, you'll get a prize and shout out from us! |
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What the hell is this? You wonder. Well, I said I had something exciting to share, remember? No not pregnancy, I said exciting, not life-destroying (I mean...can't wait...) So, whilst in iso, I noticed that a friend of mine was sharing similar style content on her podcast, Large Almond Latte, where she shares funny reviews, fun facts, and topics of the week as shared by you. But the similarities were lol - as in, I had an article on conspiracy theories, she had just recorded an ep. She talked about everyone loving Tom Hanks, we talk about that later. She likes pizza, I LIKE PIZZA! (that one's for the Friends fans). So, these two Jewish girls, Nicole and Jessica, who love putting their unwarranted opinions out there, decided to spend time they could have at work/with loved ones/getting fit/learning new skills, on instead joining forces to bring you a world of entertainment under our new banner: large almond latte media We are excited to be able to harass you with content through podcasts, Facebook, Instagram, newsletters, and we are also stoked to launch our new website where you can find everything under one roof here. That said, the main thing we really want is to hear from YOU - all the segments in this newsletter that feature readers (all 2 of you, cheers, thanks Mum), podcasts that feature your opinions, we froth the interactions, so don't be shy about getting involved by clicking the links through this newsletter or joining the convo on FB! For those who don't know us both, you can get to know the JAP behind the latte here. So, same sections both here and on the podcast, but you can now access it all under one roof - with your own large almond latte. We hope you like it! (Please like it). |
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Before we go on, this is an escape from everyday life, but obviously I and the LAL Community are not immune to what is going on in the world right now. Check out how you can help with learning, signing petitions, protesting and donating here, helping the Black Lives Matter movement here, and for the Australians, Indigenous places to show support through donations here, and adding your name or volunteering here. Also consider your next purchase of goods such as art, homewares, jewellery and so forth to go toward independent minority small businesses like here (cute mugs!) and here (amaze jewellery). #blacklivesmatter |
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We meet again, best friend! I know heaps of you are excited for Season #246 of Big Brother Down Under. I don't get it. You're locked in a house? Mate, I just did that for two months, no need to relive, cheers. Instead, it's cold, so why not huddle down with our: Top 10 Actors We Trust To Deliver A Good Movie Also OMG cinemas are almost back!! So excited for Will and I to not talk in a cinema and call it a date instead of sit on the couch and not talk and call it a date #WeddedBliss |
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Got a problem that needs solving? Miss. Maple from HR is here to save the day. | | |
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Dear Miss. Maple, I'm feeling like there's not a lot to thirst over rn. Like, there's no movies or new shows. Everyone loves that Connell guy on Normal People, but I mean...he wears a GOLD CHAIN. Permanently! And all the old crushes are out the window - Aaron Carter's gone mad, Johnny Depp's seen better days slash is in a lawsuit with his ex, Danny Zuko is proudly rocking no mane - who's a girl meant to lust after in These Troubled Times? Signed, Thirty and Thirsty Dear Thirty and Thirsty, Maple understands. During the 'rona, on every walk I go on, I go to my usual tap, only to see they have all been turned off. No water anywhere for Miss Maple! What am I supposed to do with my thirst? The same as everyone does - I get inventive, and get dirty. For me, this means drinking from dirt water puddles. But for you, this might mean a slight detour from celebrities, and instead, to feel slightly dirty when looking at the Top 10 Politicians Who Get Us Thirsty AF. You're welcome for the much needed hydration. Signed, Miss. Maple. |
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Guys. I miss fashun. I mean - not wearing it. It's 2pm, and I slept in this. So instead, let's have a fashion story, and investigate the history of the murse, or man-purse. My husband Will, quote "I wear a murse so well it makes women with purses look masculine" unquote. I'm a lucky woman. |
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what the f*ck does a ... actually do? |
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Each month, let's investigate a career we might know the title of, but have zero idea how they fill their 9-5. This month, let's find out - what the f*ck does a 'Senior Art Producer' do? With Ashley Holmes, Senior Art Producer from California, USA! |
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Who are you and what do you do? Hello, I am Ashley and I am a Senior Art Producer at an ad agency! Don't get it. Explain in more detail, what does that mean? Like, okay it's 9am and... I am probably still in bed, definitely in bed these days. Around 10 or 11am, I start working, which involves looking for photographers, directors, illustrators, animators etc. to execute ad campaigns. I negotiate the contracts and oversee the production on set. Do you like it? What’s good and bad about it? I like it because it is a good mix of creative and business. I wouldn't like doing all one or the other. I also love when I get to travel, which isn't all of the time, but usually a couple of times a year I get to go overseas somewhere cool or random. My last work trip was Slovenia. The hardest part of my job is managing all the personalities. I am usually the go- between for different people with varying interests. I have to deal with a lot of big personalities and keep everyone happy, all while staying in budget! What kind of person should do it? You have to be a very visually orientated person, which I am, and a people person, which I am not. No job's perfect! |
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how we first met (new! or like, old, but new again. like dating your ex for the second time). |
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So this was a Facebook thing I did a while ago and like all my hobbies, got bored of and abandoned like my pink tamigotchi Romeo in '97. But, since we're here, I was like YOLO let's give it another go. Featuring stories around the world of how a love story began - romances, friendships, and everything in between. I'll start to show you how it works! |
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Also side note, but how good is this bit in The Holiday? We love Arthur! The end of that movie also makes no sense. Like sorry Jude Law that my other bff Cammy Diaz has an amazing job and house and doesn't want to stick around to drive your kids to school in the snow. Sorry k tangent. Back to this segment. Feat. me (naturally) and your July Career Woman, Ashley Holmes |
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In August 2010, I (Jessica) headed with a friend from Melbourne, Australia to a semester abroad in LA. The college emailed us to state that some students had offered free rides from the airport. We accepted, wondering what kind of a weirdo would actually offer to drive a friend to the airport, let alone someone they don't even know. We agreed to be polite and then abandon this weird stranger, unless of course, they murdered us first. First rule of travel is America = guns. This is why I am always polite on US freeways. Anyway. Accepting this ride turned out to be one of the best things I ever did, besides change to SNS polish. Ashley rocked up with her awesome friend Courtney, they took us out for food, arranged amazing events, took us out in her Mustang (!) and was generally just so kooky and fun. We stayed in touch and got on so well that I moved in with her aka my US bff for second semester. Also, she cleans like Monica which was most beneficial. The next year, both Ash and Courtney came to Melbourne to live for a few months. Some romances here and there (not with each other, but never say never), unforgettable trips interstate, and now 10 years later we still have plans to meet up around the world - all because she offered us a ride. |
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Each month, we want to know how you're travelling. What's better, gelati or soft serve? Younger or The Bold Type? (Pls, it's Younger obv). Plus, just pressing buttons and voting on shit is fun while watching tv. Let us know with the July Top 8 Poll - as said by you. The July Top 8 Poll |
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Guys, let's talk EOFYS. There's some sick sales out there rn. So while this is terrible advice, let's not call it that, but instead, places where heaps of sales are on in July, yay! Amazon Prime Day on July 21 (date subject to change with the 'rona). Kiiiinda hate Amazon cos their owner runs the place like a Slave Lord, but also, sales and fast delivery? Just download an Amazon show to offset your karma or something. Flights. For those who are keen to get 'rona mid-air, Aussies should be allowed to cruise around the country again, with fares cheap (unless you need to go in the holidays. Sorry, teachers). Christmas in July sales (it's a thing), 4th July sales (US sites), plus National Ice Cream Day is July 19 (Ben and Jerry's sometimes get round a Free Cone so you don't have to pay $800 for a shnora scoop), and National Lipstick Day is July 29 (unsure what this means, I googled it. Free MAC lippy, or?...) |
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This month's Cute AF is brought you by Arlo Cohen in Montreal, Canada! He's six weeks early but now happy and healthy at home - AND LOOK HOW BLOODY CUTE THIS VID IS HAVE WATCHED APPROX 4000 TIMES. Mazel Tov Cohens! |
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This month, I'm annoyed with: Wtf is going on with the wedding industry during the 'rona. Like, I know it's a global pandemic and everything, but like...my wedding, you know?
Loving: Love Life starring Anna Kendrick (on Stan in Aus). Guyyss, I laughed, I cried, I tried to force everyone to watch it. We love it, k?
Hating: Vegan cheese. Trying not to eat red meat or dairy, pretty successful in every area but that (get around the Facon) - if someone can truly invent fake mozzarella, you'll be a gazillionaire! |
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quote of the month "I hate housework! You make the beds, you do the dishes and six months later you have to start all over again" Story of my life, Joan Rivers. |
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next time, in the lal monthly: - We talk conspiracy theories - the good, the bad, and the batshit
- Jury, what say you?
- HWFM with a couple who got engaged through bagels
- Look, not sure what else yet. It will come to me
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