Is 'Barbie 2' on the way?
It’s only Tuesday, but we’re already cruising through the week! Let’s keep the momentum going.
But before we start, here’s a lil fun task for you:
📌 Compliment a stranger (or send a random message to a friend)
Now, let’s get started…
Are you excited about Barbie 2?
So, Barbie 2 is reportedly “in production,” but don’t expect plot details anytime soon. Why? Greta Gerwig’s keeping it quiet - she once said, “I don’t like to talk about things too early… it feels like it’s gonna wreck what the movie is.” Fair enough, right?
Now, while there’s no timeline yet, rumors say a pitch has been made to Warner Bros. (though Gerwig’s team denies it). Still, fans are hyped - one even tweeted, “Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach? That’s cinematic magic.” Stay tuned!
Now, here’s a wholesome story for you
Imagine this: you haven’t seen your loved one in years. Then, out of nowhere, you get to “hug” them - first through an AI-generated video, and moments later, in real life. That’s exactly what Klick Health did for their team members with “Holiday Hugs.”
Take Kari Bocassi, who hadn’t spent the holidays with her sister in 14 years. After seeing her AI hug, her sister walked onto the set for a real embrace. Or Fred Duarte, who reunited with his brother after seven years.
Klick brought people together, reminding us that while technology can’t replace human connection, it can help bridge the gap. And let’s not forget - hugs aren’t just heartwarming, they’re healthy, lowering blood pressure and boosting the immune system.
It’s proof that nothing beats the magic of a real, heartfelt hug.
Oh, and as the holidays are coming I’ve got a perfect soup trick for you
Sourdough discard, often thrown away during the feeding process of sourdough starters, can serve as a powerful, nutritious soup thickener. Sourdough starters require regular feeding, where fresh flour and water are added, and the excess starter is removed - this removed portion is called discard. Made of flour, water, and microorganisms like wild yeast and lactic acid bacteria, discard has a creamy, thick texture and a tangy aroma that adds depth to soups.
How to Use Sourdough Discard
To thicken soups, remove a cup of hot soup, mix in a few spoonfuls of sourdough discard, and stir the mixture back into the pot. Repeat until the desired thickness is reached. Add discard early in the cooking process so it fully cooks and integrates into the soup. Stored in an airtight container, discard lasts for weeks in the fridge, ready for later use.
Why It Works
Like a slurry or roux, discard enhances texture while its pleasantly sour flavor boosts soups with mild or rich profiles. Examples include:
Tomato bisque: The sour note complements the acidity.
Cream of mushroom: Adds savory-sour depth.
Carrot apple soup: Blends tangy flavors with ginger and herbs.
Broccoli cheddar: Elevates the cheesy classic with a punchier twist.
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