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November 18, 2006
And He Thought We Were Weird...
I just heard an interview on NPR's "Fresh Air" with Julian Dibbell, the journalist who wrote the article about CR in New York Magazine.
He did a great job on the interview... after my recent fit of media appearances, I'm developing intense admiration for anyone who can sound reasonable, articulate and charming when dealing with the media. His latest book, Play Money, is about the year he spent making money by selling objects that do not exist to people who want to buy them. Apparently he wins stuff playing an online game, and then sells the stuff (magic rings, lizard skins, etc.) on eBay to other online players who want them.
I think that's pretty cool. I was even inspired to get myself a (free) Second Life account. Maybe I can hang out with Mary there.
I'll have to read Julian's book (after I finish reading MR's book, of course!) Selling objects that don't actually exist... what a creative way to make a living. And I thought my job was unusual.
I wonder if I can score an autographed copy.
Posted by april at November 18, 2006 8:01 PM
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I heard that interview the other day, it was so interesting! I've been telling people about it ever since.
Posted by: stretchoutandwait at November 18, 2006 10:36 PM