Simple Magic Audio Companion
Gates of Steel
by Simple Magic
This is the Simple Magic Audio Companion, a version of the Simple Magic newsletter for your ears. This episode features a reading of the essay "Gates of Steel," originally published on October 2, 2026. For more, visit simplemagic.ca. Notes: Episode features audio from a live performance of Devo's "Gates of Steel."
This is the Simple Magic Audio Companion, a version of the Simple Magic newsletter for your ears. This episode features a selection of three readings from the Simply Ranked Friday edition of the newsletter titled “UNCs, JITS, OGs, and Young Fellas,” originally published on September 18, 2026. Grant Yansura talks WKND Skateboards' "UNC" and their premiere approach. Carter Spinks shares his latest full-length, "OG and Young Fella." Rest in peace, Daniel Santovin. For more, visit simplemagic.ca. Notes: Dan audio via Slow Impact on Instagram.