The Good Place's Marc Evan Jackson delivers pure joy playing his 'tree bassoon'

Actor Marc Evan Jackson on Twitter.
Marc Evan Jackson makes everything a delight. The comedy star from "The Good Place" and "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" is even providing top notch entertainment on social media, all while giving us a new appreciation for both bassoons and tree-trimming. What a legend.
In addition to acting, stand-up and improv, it seems that Jackson is also a gardener. He posted on Twitter today: "I was trimming the fig and bougainvillea, and uncovered this perfectly good bassoon. (Be kind. Double reeds are not my forte, and are harder than they look.)"
I was trimming the fig and bougainvillea, and uncovered this perfectly good bassoon.
(Be kind. Double reeds are not my forte, and are harder than they look.) pic.twitter.com/8n1oqsN1qd
— Marc Evan Jackson (@MarcEvanJackson) October 26, 2021
Can we all just bask in the fact that this guy just said that he has "fig and bougainvillea"? His tweet has more class than I have in my entire body.
Snappy jazz starts to play in the video. And Jackson, holding a piece of tree that does look uncannily like a bassoon, starts to do an "air solo." My favorite part is the calm, cool, seriousness with which he "plays."
A few musicians gave their kudos, and some decided to chime in with a few tree bassoon pointers. One person wrote, "Pretty good! (Even though I think your embouchure probably isn't correct.) But still...impressive!"
As a former bassoon player, I say well done, sir. 👏🏼
— Teresa Sayles (@tsayles33) October 26, 2021
Pretty good! (Even though I think your embouchure probably isn't correct.) But still...impressive!
— Christine (@IAmBigCurvyGirl) October 26, 2021
(By the way, in case you don't know, an embouchure is "the way in which a player applies the mouth to the mouthpiece of a brass or wind instrument." I had to look it up.)
Another person gave us a gem of wisdom, saying, "Fig jazz is all about the fig notes that you *don't* play." Can fig jazz please be a thing? I'm so ready for it.
Fig jazz is all about the fig notes that you *don't* play.
— Joey Headset (@joeyheadset) October 26, 2021
I hope Jackson is a fan of puns, cause boy did he get them in the comments.
Gives a whole new meaning to "woodwind."
— Steve (@spinetanium) October 27, 2021
That blows.
— Dan Rosenberg 🚙 (@DanRosenberg3) October 27, 2021
One mom wrote, "My kid, the bassoonist who's watching b99 for the first time and helping every time he sees you, is going to lose it for this. Thank you." I would love to see this kid's reaction.
My kid, the bassoonist who's watching b99 for the first time and helping every time he sees you, is going to lose it for this.
Thank you.
— Kelly Oristano (@kellyo101) October 26, 2021
I really hope that Jackson delivers a follow-up that this was all research for a new role he'll be playing. But until then, I'll be playing this on repeat.
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12 non-threatening leadership strategies for women
We mustn't hurt a man's feelings.
Men and the feels.
Note: This an excerpt is from Sarah Cooper's book, How to Be Successful Without Hurting Men's Feelings.
In this fast-paced business world, female leaders need to make sure they're not perceived as pushy, aggressive, or competent.
One way to do that is to alter your leadership style to account for the fragile male ego.
Should men accept powerful women and not feel threatened by them? Yes. Is that asking too much?
IS IT?
Sorry, I didn't mean to get aggressive there. Anyhoo, here are twelve non-threatening leadership strategies for women.
Encourage.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
When setting a deadline, ask your coworker what he thinks of doing something, instead of just asking him to get it done. This makes him feel less like you're telling him what to do and more like you care about his opinions.
Sharing ideas.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
When sharing your ideas, overconfidence is a killer. You don't want your male coworkers to think you're getting all uppity. Instead, downplay your ideas as just "thinking out loud," "throwing something out there," or sharing something "dumb," "random," or "crazy."
Email requests.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
Pepper your emails with exclamation marks and emojis so you don't come across as too clear or direct. Your lack of efficient communication will make you seem more approachable.
Idea sharing.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
If a male coworker steals your idea in a meeting, thank him for it. Give him kudos for how he explained your idea so clearly. And let's face it, no one might've ever heard it if he hadn't repeated it.
Sexism.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
When you hear a sexist comment, the awkward laugh is key. Practice your awkward laugh at home, with your friends and family, and in the mirror. Make sure you sound truly delighted even as your soul is dying inside.
Mansplain.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
Men love explaining things. But when he's explaining something and you already know that, it might be tempting to say, "I already know that." Instead, have him explain it to you over and over again. It will make him feel useful and will give you some time to think about how to avoid him in the future.
Mistakes.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
Pointing out a mistake is always risky so it's important to always apologize for noticing the mistake and then make sure that no one thinks you're too sure about it. People will appreciate your "hey what do I know?!" sensibilities.
Promotions.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
Asking your manager for a promotion could make you seem power- hungry, opportunistic, and transparent. Instead, ask a male coworker to vouch for you. Have your coworker tell your manager you'd be great for the role even though you don't really want it. This will make you more likely to actually get that promotion.
Rude.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
Sometimes not everyone is properly introduced at the start of a meeting. Don't take it personally even if it happens to you all the time, and certainly don't stop the meeting from moving forward to introduce yourself. Sending a quick note afterward is the best way to introduce yourself without seeming too self-important.
Interruptions.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
When you get interrupted, you might be tempted to just continue talking or even ask if you can finish what you were saying. This is treacherous territory. Instead, simply stop talking. The path of least resistance is silence.
Collaboration.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
When collaborating with a man, type using only one finger. Skill and speed are very off-putting.
Disagreements.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
When all else fails, wear a mustache so everyone sees you as more man-like. This will cancel out any need to change your leadership style. In fact, you may even get a quick promotion!
In conclusion...
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
Many women have discovered the secret power of non-threatening leadership. We call it a "secret power" because no one else actually knows about it. We keep our power hidden within ourselves so that it doesn't frighten and intimidate others. That's what makes us the true unsung heroes of the corporate world.
About the Author: Sarah Cooper
Sarah Cooper is a writer, comedian, and author of 100 Tricks to Appear Smart in Meetings. Her new book, How to Be Successful Without Hurting Men's Feelings, is out now.
The comedic book cover.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
A satirical take on what it's like to be a woman in the workplace, Cooper draws from her experience as a former executive in the world of tech (she's a former Googler and Yahooer). You can get the book here.
This article was originally published on March 25, 2019.