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Rio Makes Me Sad
Observations on depressing aspects of the Wonderful City
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In Rio, How to Differ Right from Wrong?
In Rio, How to Differ Right from Wrong?
An afternoon snack at one of my favorite places also made me sad.
Rodrigo Pipoli
Feb 23, 2016
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In Rio, What Is the Value of a Signature?
In Rio, What Is the Value of a Signature?
A friend went to his bank to pay for a bill.
Rodrigo Pipoli
Mar 31, 2015
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Smile, You Are on Rio’s Camera!
Smile, You Are on Rio’s Camera!
The Joke Is on You
Rodrigo Pipoli
Jan 28, 2016
In Rio, Have a Nice Day at the Beach
In Rio, Have a Nice Day at the Beach
But choose the proper day, time and spot
Rodrigo Pipoli
Dec 14, 2015
In Rio, the Devil Is Hidden in Paradise
In Rio, the Devil Is Hidden in Paradise
Let’s live a simple life, away from the big city.
Rodrigo Pipoli
Dec 8, 2015
In Rio, Parking at Malls Is a Privilege
In Rio, Parking at Malls Is a Privilege
It’s amazing how simple matters spiral down in a crazy way over time.
Rodrigo Pipoli
Nov 24, 2015
5 Reasons Why I’ll Never Buy an Apple Watch in Rio
5 Reasons Why I’ll Never Buy an Apple Watch in Rio
Neither do I carry anything that looks valuable.
Rodrigo Pipoli
Nov 6, 2015
In Rio, Starting a Business Is for Heroes
In Rio, Starting a Business Is for Heroes
Sometimes I wonder if it isn’t time to leave the corporate world and open my own small business. A coffee shop, perhaps. A franchise, maybe…
Rodrigo Pipoli
Aug 17, 2015
In Rio, Pay to Be Treated Like Shit
In Rio, Pay to Be Treated Like Shit
Some people even enjoy it!
Rodrigo Pipoli
Aug 7, 2015
In Rio, Don’t Get Hurt
In Rio, Don’t Get Hurt
Healthcare is a roulette. You either hit the jackpot or lose it all.
Rodrigo Pipoli
Jul 20, 2015
In Rio, Kids Are Scary
In Rio, Kids Are Scary
How do you defend yourself when attacked by small kids?
Rodrigo Pipoli
Jul 14, 2015
In Rio, What Is Your Number?
In Rio, What Is Your Number?
I consider myself a collector. I collect identification documents.
Rodrigo Pipoli
Jun 3, 2015
In Rio, Owning a Car Is for the Wealthy
In Rio, Owning a Car Is for the Wealthy
Why are people still feeding this money-eating metal monster?
Rodrigo Pipoli
May 26, 2015
In Rio, the Good Things Are Taken Away From You, Coconut by Coconut
In Rio, the Good Things Are Taken Away From You, Coconut by Coconut
“You have bought it, but you cannot eat it,” the kiosk guy told me.
Rodrigo Pipoli
May 19, 2015
In Rio, Weather Is Officially Managed by an Indian Spirit
In Rio, Weather Is Officially Managed by an Indian Spirit
Why study when spirits can solve our problems?
Rodrigo Pipoli
May 2, 2015
In Rio, the Sky Is the Limit
In Rio, the Sky Is the Limit
Why does everyone have to work in the exact same place?
Rodrigo Pipoli
Apr 14, 2015
In Rio, There Is a Scam Behind Everything. Even Toilet Paper
In Rio, There Is a Scam Behind Everything. Even Toilet Paper
It all started with someone obsessed enough to measure their toilet paper. Does each roll measure exactly 40 meters as the label says…
Rodrigo Pipoli
Apr 5, 2015
In Rio, the Government Steals Your Money
In Rio, the Government Steals Your Money
Don’t worry, though. If you complain formally (and in time), they give it back to you.
Rodrigo Pipoli
Mar 31, 2015
In Rio, Punishing the Victim Is Common Sense: Part III — The Defeat
In Rio, Punishing the Victim Is Common Sense: Part III — The Defeat
This saga took place in 2003. It is very actual, though. It could be called “The Three Acts of Sadness”.
Rodrigo Pipoli
Mar 8, 2015
In Rio, Punishing the Victim Is Common Sense: Part II — The Recovery
In Rio, Punishing the Victim Is Common Sense: Part II — The Recovery
This saga took place in 2003. It is very actual, though. It could be called “The Three Acts of Sadness”.
Rodrigo Pipoli
Mar 8, 2015
In Rio, Punishing the Victim Is Common Sense: Part I — The Robbery
In Rio, Punishing the Victim Is Common Sense: Part I — The Robbery
This saga took place in 2003. It is very actual, though. It could be called “The Three Acts of Sadness”.
Rodrigo Pipoli
Mar 8, 2015
Rio Makes Me Sad — Bike Sharing… or Not
Rio Makes Me Sad — Bike Sharing… or Not
I really did try, Rapunzel. I tried to warn you what was out there. The world is dark and selfish and cruel. If it finds even the slightest…
Rodrigo Pipoli
Feb 21, 2015
Rio Makes Me Sad — Building Hostages
Rio Makes Me Sad — Building Hostages
The dream of owning an apartment becomes a nightmare.
Rodrigo Pipoli
Feb 9, 2015
Rio Makes Me Sad — The Shortest Path
Rio Makes Me Sad — The Shortest Path
Arpoador Beach is one of the most acclaimed beaches in Rio de Janeiro for its beauty. People walk up the rocky hill to admire the sunset…
Rodrigo Pipoli
Feb 4, 2015
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