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How Did Dr. May Balance Academia and Entertainment?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion centers around Dr. Brian May's ability to balance his academic pursuits with his career in music, particularly his work with the band Queen. Participants express admiration for his achievements in both fields and reflect on the implications of his dual career.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- Some participants express excitement about Dr. May's music career and his academic accomplishments, highlighting the positive image of academics in popular culture.
- Others note the impressive craftsmanship of Dr. May's signature guitar, suggesting that his musical tone is widely recognized and appreciated.
- A few participants reflect on the contrast between Dr. May's achievements and the portrayal of celebrities in media, emphasizing the value of genuine accomplishments over superficial fame.
- One participant mentions their personal experience of taking a long break from academia, relating it to Dr. May's ability to return to his studies after a significant hiatus.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally agree on the admiration for Dr. May's ability to succeed in both music and academia, though there are varying perspectives on the implications of his dual career and the portrayal of celebrities in media.
Contextual Notes
Some discussions touch on the challenges of balancing different career paths and the societal perceptions of academics versus celebrities, but these points remain largely anecdotal and subjective.
Who May Find This Useful
Readers interested in the intersection of academia and popular culture, as well as those who appreciate discussions on the achievements of public figures in STEM fields.
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Doc Al
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How cool is that? 
I thank him for taking a break and making some excellent music.
I thank him for taking a break and making some excellent music.
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video: http://news.bbc.co.uk/player/nol/newsid_6930000/newsid_6930400/6930446.stm?bw=bb&mp=wm&news=1
http://www.brianmay.com/brian/briannews/briannewsaug07a.html
from http://www.brianmay.com/
http://www.brianmay.com/brian/briannews/briannewsaug07a.html
from http://www.brianmay.com/
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turbo
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Way cool, though I am probably more impressed by the fact that he and his father built his signature red guitar together. I have done a lot of guitar repairs, tune-ups, and re-frets, and there is a lot that can go wrong, resulting in a tonally dead or "spotty" instrument. His signature tone is impressive and recognizable even to people with just a passing involvement in music. Play us a tune, Dr. May!
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Math Is Hard
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I think that's wonderful!
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Reshma
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That's pretty awesome! A surprise to me though. I have always loved Queen for their music, but little did I know that May was also into academics. 
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Moonbear
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Now, where did that thread go about scientists needing an image change? I had heard a little while ago that he was working on his dissertation. It's good to get academics publicized in such a positive light.
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Doc Al said:How cool is that?
I thank him for taking a break and making some excellent music.
*Looks at the Queen poster right next to me*
Yup
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I get tired of seeing some of those moronic celebrity worship magazines and shows that tell you that so and so had 15 PhD's before becoming a supermodel-party girl or boy band member.
It's very nice to see a full blown mega celebrity that can actually walk the walk. I think it's even more impressive that he picked up right where he left off after a long break. I took a 10 year break between undergrad and grad school and I had a lot of relearning to do. Props to Dr. May.
It's very nice to see a full blown mega celebrity that can actually walk the walk. I think it's even more impressive that he picked up right where he left off after a long break. I took a 10 year break between undergrad and grad school and I had a lot of relearning to do. Props to Dr. May.
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