Thoughts, Stories & Reflections by Stephen Mitchell
Observations on Being a Weekend Father, Creating New Memories & Figuring Life Out
From a single frame on Peter McKinnon’s 14-Sept-2023 vlog , I have realised I need to upgrade the side hand-grip on my Canon EOS M. That frame: The new side hand-grip: SMALLRIG Mini Side Handle Handgrip with Dual 1/4”-20 Screw Mount for Mirrorless Digital Camera DSLR. More details, plus possibly a vlog about it on... Continue Reading →
I recently found myself trapped in a relentless cycle of negativity, self-deprecation, and an overwhelming inability to genuinely feel good about myself. Each day seemed like an uphill battle against my own thoughts and beliefs. I knew how and why I had spiraled into this disheartening state, but for the longest time battled to remedy... Continue Reading →
I purchased a RODE microphone for vlogging with my Canon EOS-M based on this blog article; It's still going, but it can be temperamental. I also purchased a lapel mic' – but it has since died. So I compiled a NEW list of possibilities: 1. The PowerDeWise Grade Lavalier Lapel has one thing different from... Continue Reading →
Our pet cat, Missy the Kitten, was trapped in my office for a short while late this afternoon. During that time she managed to mangle and cut the cable on my Sennheiser HD200Pro radio-presenter headphones. She must have been asleep and trapped in there when I went out shopping for a blender and came home... Continue Reading →
Yet again I am looking at Headphones! Why? During a 5KIxFM90.7 committee meeting earlier this week, we determined I am the ONLY radio presenter without personal headphones. The station has two sets in-station for guests, but because of Covid-19 every presenter is required to have their own. A few months back I first posted about... Continue Reading →
I have had a few Lavalier microphones over the last two years, but they haven't handled the rugged conditions I put them through. Living on Kangaroo Island means I have to contain my gear safely to handle rough weather, extreme hot or cold conditions, plus my children getting hold of them. So now I am... Continue Reading →
After 32 years living in multiple suburbs of Adelaide, the last 18 in the Adelaide hills, 19 years working in the CBD, we moved into Kingscote on Kangaroo Island in late 2016. All effort has been put in to rebuild my wife's honey business, plus get my artwork in display and window-washing businesses on-track. Life... Continue Reading →
I've been a radio presenter at 5KIxFM Community Radio Kangaroo Island since February 2017 and I've done about 50 sessions (once a week). Until now I have relied on the headphones they have available. Almost every time I choose a pair that buzzes or whooshes in my ear. So I have been searching for decent... Continue Reading →
#America, you can continue to infuriate and amaze the rest of the planet. You need to reduce gun accessibility. Licenses must be much harder to attain. Yes, Australia has had horrific gun massacres - we fixed the problem
To create this succinct yet full article, all the text is brought in via Twitter and Youtube. (If you cannot read the tweets, the text is in italic beneath each.) https://twitter.com/eztephen/status/856731575425404928 READS: Vlog 2 of 2017 finally uploaded. #Kingscote #KangarooIsland #KillerSeals Yes, I really need a stabilizing gimble! https://twitter.com/eztephen/status/856732754863472641 READS: I really need a stabilizing... Continue Reading →
Way back in 2012 I was saying I wanted this lens - the Canon EF 24-70mm f2.8 L II USM. Five years on, I now need the lens. I should have purchased it when I could afford it! Whilst I have many decent lenses, the 24-70mm would and could easily replace them all. With my... Continue Reading →
My relations stopped buying gifts for “everyone over 18” some years ago. I'm guessing I was outvoted. So because my birthday is within weeks of Xmas, I haven't received a gift from anyone in about 15-20 years. Now I buy gifts for my boys. So my lounge room is cluttered with both franchised and educational... Continue Reading →
Thoughts, Stories & Reflections by Stephen Mitchell 
[…] with XXY, and alone now, has taught me that my brain is wired differently to most – yet I…
[…] Living with XXY, and alone now, has taught me that my brain is wired differently to most – yet…