The Fedora Chronicles

08/30/2025

I’m dumbfounded rereading Mickey Drexler‘s comments and criticism of American Eagle. If there was ever a man who should keep his mouth shut regarding another brand's campaign or rebranding, it’s this character. None of us in the northern hemisphere should take business commentary from someone who decimated Banana Republic with a sterile rebrand and was abruptly fired from The Gap after two straight years of declining sales, which were the result of other dumb decisions.

Say something positive about Cracker Barrel's rebranding, I dare you.

08/25/2025

Fortune And Glory during her first outing…

“Rare ancient gold discovery made by Florida student at archaeological site - University student made 'amazing' discovery during summer excavation near Roman road.”

“A student from the Sunshine State recently struck gold during an archaeological excavation in Britain, over 4,000 miles from home.”

“Yara Souza of Orlando, Florida, discovered the ninth century golden artifact during an excavation in Redesdale, Northumberland, in July.”

“An archaeology student at Newcastle University, Souza said she "couldn't believe" she found the artifact — during her first excavation too.”

An archaeology student from Florida discovered a ninth-century golden artifact during her first excavation in Redesdale, Northumberland, near an ancient Roman road.

08/21/2025

On The Fedora Chronicles Group: “The only true Indiana Jones fedora is the “Raiders” fedora; tight front pitch and a high, straight sided crown. Can come in clean or really dirty. Grey available when flying on a Clipper or meeting government officials.”

“Change my mind.”

08/17/2025

Abstract from an actual Harvard University paper: “Recent years have seen increasing public attention and indeed concern regarding Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP). Hypotheses for such phenomena tend to fall into two classes: a conventional terrestrial explanation (e.g., human-made technology), or an extraterrestrial explanation (i.e., advanced civilizations from elsewhere in the cosmos). However, there is also a third minority class of hypothesis: an unconventional terrestrial explanation, outside the prevailing consensus view of the universe. This is the ultraterrestrial hypothesis, which includes as a subset the “cryptoterrestrial” hypothesis, namely the notion that UAP may reflect activities of intelligent beings concealed in stealth here on Earth (e.g., underground), and/or its near environs (e.g., the moon), and/or even “walking among us” (e.g., passing as humans). Although this idea is likely to be regarded sceptically by most scientists, such are the nature of some UAP that we argue this possibility should not be summarily dismissed, and instead deserves genuine consideration in a spirit of epistemic humility and openness.”

In short, they are among us. The Truth Is Out There…

08/17/2025

University of the Crystal Skull…

“Aliens May Already Live on Earth, Harvard Researchers Say - A study by Harvard social science researchers suggests that aliens may have been living on Earth for a while.”

From the actual paper: “Recent years have seen increasing public attention and indeed concern regarding Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP). Hypotheses for such phenomena tend to fall into two classes: a conventional terrestrial explanation (e.g., human-made technology), or an extraterrestrial explanation (i.e., advanced civilizations from elsewhere in the cosmos). However, there is also a third minority class of hypothesis: an unconventional terrestrial explanation, outside the prevailing consensus view of the universe. This is the ultraterrestrial hypothesis, which includes as a subset the "cryptoterrestrial" hypothesis, namely the notion that UAP may reflect activities of intelligent beings concealed in stealth here on Earth (e.g., underground), and/or its near environs (e.g., the moon), and/or even "walking among us" (e.g., passing as humans). Although this idea is likely to be regarded sceptically by most scientists, such are the nature of some UAP that we argue this possibility should not be summarily dismissed, and instead deserves genuine consideration in a spirit of epistemic humility and openness.”

The research paper—which is yet to be peer-reviewed—suggests that life forms from other worlds could be living underground on Earth or within the moon, and that UFOs and other unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) may be evidence of them getting around.

The study suggests an "unconventional" explanation for UAP, with the authors of the paper hailing from Harvard University's Human Flourishing Program, which researches the factors that contribute to human well-being and flourishing.

The paper has been taken down from ResearchGate since Newsweek published this article, but is still accessible using Internet Archive.

Extraterrestrials are already here on Earth, disguised as humans or living in secret bases hidden underground or even on the far side of the moon, according to a shocking new scientific paper from Ivy League eggheads at Harvard University, per Newsweek. The eyebrow-raising scholarly article suggests...

08/16/2025

One of the few joys I have in my life that is helping me through this difficult period is “Yellowstone” and the rest of the Taylor Sheridan universe. I love the gritty realism of the series while at the same time the characters have this optimism that everything is going to turn out OK with hard work and perhaps a little bit of gratuitous violence.

Oddly enough, Harrison Ford and his presence on 1923 was not my favorite part of that miniseries. His performance in this venture is a very close second!

#1883 #1923

08/15/2025

Golden Fedora Recipient…

- Delaware flags were lowered to half staff today for the death of World War II veteran James "Tommy" Anderson.

Anderson, of Dover, passed away on Aug. 1, at the age of 102. To recognize Anderson's lifetime of service, Governor Meyer ordered flags at all state-owned buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff until sunset on Friday, Aug. 15.

Governor Meyer issued the following statement:

“Tommy Anderson was a quiet hero whose courage helped shape the course of history. From his service in the top-secret Ghost Army in World War II to his decades of contributions here at home, Tommy embodied the very best of the Greatest Generation. His ingenuity and determination saved lives on the battlefield, and his kindness and commitment enriched the community he loved. Lauren and I extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and all who were inspired by his remarkable life.” -

Delaware flags were lowered to half staff today for the death of World War II veteran James "Tommy" Anderson.

08/14/2025

Imagine how the world would have changed if they succeeded…

“TOKYO — As Japan's defeat marking the end of WWII nears its 80th anniversary, and some events fade from living memory, history is hardly consigned to books. It lives on in unhealed wounds, still-simmering disputes, freshly unearthed discoveries, and historical lessons waiting to be learned.”

“The release of WWII-era military documents this year has given a boost to researchers digging into Japan's notorious germ warfare program, which lasted from 1936 to 1945. And in China, the premiere of a film about this gruesome episode in history was postponed without explanation, causing an online outcry.”

“Titled 731 Biochemical Revelations in English, the film tells the story of Chinese victims of the Japanese Imperial Army Unit 731's inhumane medical experiments.”

The release of WWII-era military documents this year has given a boost to researchers digging into Japan's germ warfare program. Japan's government has never apologized for the atrocities.

08/13/2025

Golden Fedora Lifetime Achievement Award…

“David Muir shares emotional reunion between WWII veteran and fighter plane -Col. Joe Peterburs flew the same aircraft type he piloted during WWII.”

Retired U.S. Air Force Col. Joe Peterburs, who enlisted in 1942 at the age of 18, took to the air in a P-51 Mustang, the legendary fighter aircraft in which he flew 49 combat missions during World War II. The historic flight was made possible by the nonprofit organization "Rumble Over the Redwoods," dedicated to preserving aviation heritage and inspiring future generations.”

“Peterburs' incredible military service spanned decades. After earning his pilot wings and becoming a second lieutenant, he faced numerous challenges during WWII, including being captured by German forces after an ejection and subsequently escaping.”

A 100-year-old WWII veteran took flight in a P-51 Mustang over California, returning to the same aircraft he flew in combat missions seven decades ago.

08/13/2025

If you told me back in 1984 that there would be hearings on UFO activity and the different species that are visiting us on a regular basis - and OTHER news would be dominating the news making this inconsequential- I would have fallen off my chair. Yet, here we are…

Capitol Hill of The Crystal Skull: “The existence of UFOs has long been an ongoing debate and marked with scepticism, but you may want to hear what this whistleblower has to claim about the US government's knowledge regarding this phenomenon.”

“A recent Capitol Hill hearing is what has rekindled talks around Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAPs) and the potential of extraterrestrial life.”

“In the UAP briefing in May, physicist Dr Eric Davis - who is well known for working on top-secret Pentagon projects - captured listeners' attention by claiming there are four different types of aliens that have a possibility of being operators of unidentified crafts.”

A UFO whistleblower claims the US government is aware of these four types of aliens

08/13/2025

Is there any speculation from any of our members here? What was this used for, what was its function?

“Sabu Disk: A mysterious 5,000-year-old Egyptian stone sculpture that looks like a hubcap - This unique disk-shaped bowl, found in a 5,000-year-old Egyptian tomb, has puzzled archaeologists for nearly a century. Sabu's mastaba, a rectangular tomb with sloping walls and a flat roof, was excavated by British Egyptologist Walter Emery. In his publication describing the Saqqara tombs, Emery wrote that the burial chamber had been looted for its jewelry and precious metals. But Sabu's skeleton was intact inside a wooden coffin, and his tomb was filled with dozens of stone and pottery vessels, flint and copper tools, the remains of two oxen, and a unique bowl.”

“Emery described the Sabu Disk as an ornamental tri-lobed bowl that measured 24 inches (61 centimeters) in diameter and 3.9 inches (10 cm) tall. The bowl was carved out of metasiltstone, a sedimentary rock that has undergone some metamorphism.”

This unique disk-shaped bowl, found in a 5,000-year-old Egyptian tomb, has puzzled archaeologists for nearly a century.

08/11/2025

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