Magenta Rocks

Just a former little evil banker with a twisted sense of humor who has a secret identity as a normal person.  

I am not going anywhere.

Frequent post warning during #tennis tournaments and #F1 races. Topics of Interest: #Movies #Film #TV #Books #Reading #Science #Space #NASA #WeirdStuff #DarkHumour #SciFi #Surfing #Hockey (LGR) #Music #Art #PopCulture #Volcanoes #Murderbot

“Nobody’s done a stress scenario with the machines running amok.”

Twitter: Deactivated
Location: Third Rock from the Sun
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2026-07-22 00:27:41 UTC

Can anyone tell me why the post in the middle is dated 8 hours ago when the post above and below are more current within a few minutes? It only seems to happen to some of the posts from The Seattle Time account via flipboard - not all of them.
@npub1wsu…4wcw @npub1s20…twmm any ideas?
Thanks!
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2026-05-06 00:14:10 UTC

I think I might be the last person on the planet who has not used an AI app. I disable it everywhere and if I can't disable it, I don't use it.
Am I really alone?

2026-05-05 14:58:52 UTC

Happy new #MurderBot Book Day to all who celebrate!
#Books
https://cdn.mastodon.coffee/media_attachments/files/116/522/552/610/015/811/original/3cd98e2d10475a3b.png

2026-04-29 15:29:05 UTC

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Oh, and don't forget this #documentary!
The Booksellers - watch for free on youtube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oM17mX_C0Cw

2026-04-29 15:28:06 UTC

Pretty cool.
#Books #RareBooks #Records #Music #OldStuff
The strange and special books, photos and objects for sale at the NY Antiquarian Book Fair
https://gothamist.com/arts-entertainment/the-strange-and-special-books-photos-and-objects-for-sale-at-the-ny-antiquarian-book-fair

2026-04-27 19:46:41 UTC

I hate these things with the intensity of a billion suns. Good the states are taking this on because our useless congress certainly will not do anything.
"'Turf Battle:' New York joins fight to regulate prediction markets"
https://gothamist.com/news/turf-battle-new-york-joins-fight-to-regulate-prediction-markets

2026-04-24 21:18:38 UTC

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Depending on your device you can put all messages from unknown senders and spam into separate categories. This way you don't get bothered with notifications.
When I get these I also add the number to my block list and like you mentioned, report them as spam.

2026-04-16 14:41:08 UTC

Dear Mastodon Developers, In the future if someone quotes a post from someone I've blocked, can the system please not even show me the quote post?
If I've blocked an account, I don't ever want to see anything from that account at all. Hiding it and giving me the option to show anyway defeats the entire purpose of my block in the first place.
Thanks
cc: @npub1s20…twmm for FYI

2026-04-04 18:13:21 UTC

At some point today (time to be announced) they are going to position the solar array camera to take a selfie of the spacecraft with the astronauts visible from inside the cabin and I think with Earth in the background. Very cool.
Watch 24/7 at https://www.nasa.gov
#ArtemisII #NASA #Science #Space

2026-02-15 19:54:08 UTC

@npub17xf…dzht
Sharing because you were discussing this subject recently. Oy people need some serious help.
https://www.npr.org/2026/02/14/nx-s1-5711441/ai-chatgpt-openai-love-betrayal-delusion-chatbot

2025-11-03 16:54:14 UTC

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I seem to recall a similar 'event' in NYC back in those days. My brain is telling me it was an advertisement in a local newspaper, but I could be wrong.

2025-10-29 02:09:54 UTC

TIL this existed. Glorious!
#RockyHorror
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pyeyqSFdMhg

2025-10-12 15:40:49 UTC

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I can not believe they would not make it possible to delay these updates until you are not freaking driving!
Stories like this will only encourage me to keep my 2012 nissan until it falls apart like the Bluesmobile.

2025-08-24 02:46:10 UTC

#Books #BannedBooks
@npub1ny7…uv57
'Banned! The 20 books they didn’t want you to read'
https://www.theguardian.com/books/2025/aug/23/banned-the-20-books-they-didnt-want-you-to-read

2025-08-22 22:33:42 UTC

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Is there some way for Flipboard to distribute their content? This way at least people outside of Mississippi can see their stories and then go directly to their web site to read, etc. All bluesky users would need to do is follow Flipboard's accounts.

2025-08-20 20:40:41 UTC

Oh FFS this is extraordinarily sad.
And fuck that woman interviewed who is part of the problem! Read the article to the end.
oh, and fuck AI too
#books #reading
@npub1ny7…uv57
'Why so few Americans read for pleasure'
https://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/why-so-few-americans-read-for-pleasure/

2025-08-14 01:49:46 UTC

Took this from Bluesky. The author/artist was not identified.
#FreeSandwichGuy
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2025-08-09 18:27:58 UTC

What a shot! What a face! More in Koppel's beautiful photobook. #Art #Photography #Books
@npub1ny7…uv57
https://rrbphotobooks.com/products/the-limelight
'The two Georges' by David Koppel
http://archive.today/12lJe

2025-08-01 19:46:46 UTC

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Yeah, I've no real expectations. Though I would gather many authors who are owed money will eventually have some form of lawsuit/class action.
If anything, it puts the management's malfeasance into the record so hopefully those responsible can never do this again.
Good luck!

2025-08-01 19:39:05 UTC

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Thank you for the update Paul. I am so sorry you and your book got caught up in their shenanigans.
It would be helpful if you could share a contact from the 'administrator' or entity that deals with bankrupt companies. I think you and everyone who pre-ordered a copy has a claim. I don't know how these things work in the UK, but when companies go bankrupt in the US, creditors sometimes get paid. I think unfulfilled orders should be compensated.

2025-07-30 01:55:36 UTC

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For the first time ever I was required to log-in to youtube in order to watch the South Park PSA from last week to determine my 'age'. Zero clue how they did that just by my log-in. It s totally ridiculous because Comedy Central aired it live and on-demand, which anyone can watch on regular cable TV.

2025-07-19 00:43:43 UTC

#Murderbot Cast plays Bitter-Sweet
#Books @npub1ny7…uv57
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqH4ogj3DzQ

2025-07-10 17:25:56 UTC

OMG OMG OMG!!
Sometimes we really can have nice things!
#Murderbot Season 2 is announced! So looking forward to meeting ART.
#Books @npub1ny7…uv57
https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/articles/murderbot-starring-alexander-skarsg-rd-170000420.html

2025-07-10 01:49:01 UTC

Sigh.
Tomorrow, July 10th at 9pm EDT, will be the airing of the last Season 1 episode of #Murderbot.
This makes me sad because they have not yet (hopefully!) announced if there will be a Season 2.
But remember there is a new Murderbot story to read!! Hooray!!
@npub1ny7…uv57
https://reactormag.com/read-a-new-murderbot-story-for-free-right-after-the-season-finale/

2025-07-07 15:19:46 UTC

NEW #MURDERBOT STORY!!
NEW MURDERBOT STORY!!
#Books @npub1ny7…uv57
https://reactormag.com/read-a-new-murderbot-story-for-free-right-after-the-season-finale/

2025-07-04 16:08:49 UTC

Louis Armstrong :)
Stomp Off, Lets Go!
#Music #Books
@npub1ny7…uv57
https://www.npr.org/2025/07/04/nx-s1-5453079/how-louis-armstrong-became-the-first-black-pop-star

2025-06-25 21:27:41 UTC

Some recently released non-fiction books
#Books #NonFiction
@npub1ny7…uv57
https://www.kunr.org/2025-06-25/here-are-the-nonfiction-books-npr-staffers-have-loved-so-far-this-year

2025-06-19 12:46:10 UTC

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Thank you. Yeah, inserting the novellas into the flow of the novels by date published may be the way I chose to go. I'm looking forward to it!

2025-06-19 05:07:52 UTC

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Cool. So publication order for both the novels and novellas? Sounds like a plan. :)

2025-06-19 05:06:39 UTC

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Thanks. I have watched the TV series. I just finished a re-watch which is why I want to start the books. :)

2025-06-19 01:42:17 UTC

Ola @npub1ny7…uv57
Does anyone have a 'best order to read' The Expanse book series and novellas?
I have the list of all in publication order. I'm wondering how best to mix in the novellas with the novels.
I did catch a note the author recommends reading in publication order, so that is cool. I just wanted to see if there were other reading order recommendations.
Thanks and much appreciated!
#Books #TheExpanse

2025-06-16 18:26:23 UTC

Noma Dumezweni is SPECTACULAR!
Such a lovely interview.
#Murderbot
@npub1ny7…uv57
https://www.vestalmag.com/noma-dumezweni

2025-06-09 16:05:21 UTC

Interview with Martha Wells...
#Books #Authors #Murderbot
@npub1ny7…uv57
https://kamu.tamu.edu/podcast/the-heart-of-art-martha-wells-author-of-the-murderbot-diaries/

2025-06-04 11:03:41 UTC

#Murderbot interviews are everywhere!
@npub1ny7…uv57
https://www.npr.org/2025/06/03/1253552411/bullseye-with-jesse-thorn-alexander-skarsgard

2025-05-30 01:47:03 UTC

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I think the balance is perfect. Not too much and keep them wanting more.
I recently re-read the the first book and the episodes are pretty much structured like each chapter. Yes, a little different, but after tonight's episode, I felt I got the pace they are trying for. LOVE IT!!

2025-05-30 01:27:00 UTC

#Murderbot episodes are too short!!!
However....
This is exactly how the book made you feel. Each chapter ending was so compelling you had to keep reading.
Also, I never expected the show would leave me wanting more Sanctuary Moon!!
@npub1ny7…uv57

2025-05-29 00:19:24 UTC

Before I knew I would resubscribe to Max for the #tennis, I read the book Mickey7 by Edward Ashton. Its good! So, Max has the movie based on novel, Mickey17, and I watched it.
The movie was fine. Fun characters and acting. However, it did not follow the book when it came to specific premises. Sigh. Missed opportunities that I don't get why the changes were made. Oh well.
If you are a fan of the book, the movie may disappoint you.
#books #movies
@npub1ny7…uv57

2025-05-25 20:37:58 UTC

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Thank you all for the answer!!
Ahh, ok, I get the red flag strategy part (good it failed for him!)
Would the tire change on a red-flag count as a required pit stop? Kinda bending the rules a bit, no?
#F1

2025-05-25 20:24:14 UTC

Serious question.
Was Max waiting to the last lap to take the required pit-stop, his/Red Bull's way of being a total dick? To what end did that so called strategy serve? He couldn't have won, so did he just purposely slow everyone down and fuck it up for other's podium possibilities?
Confession: I was not paying close attention to the commentary as I grew very bored (bordstappen!!) and was also watching tennis.)
#F1

2025-05-22 21:35:42 UTC

Reminder: Apple TV+ releases new episodes on Thursday night at 9:00 pm EDT.
#Murderbot
"Stay calm. It will be okay. You have my word."
@npub1ny7…uv57

2025-05-19 22:17:08 UTC

A fun and good interview. #Murderbot
@npub1ny7…uv57
https://arstechnica.com/culture/2025/05/the-making-of-apple-tvs-murderbot/

2025-05-17 15:26:42 UTC

I've been listening to Whoopi Goldberg's latest book 'Bits and Pieces'. It is wonderful. Her narration makes you feel like she is sitting in the room with you telling the stories. She sings. She laughs. She does a few voices. Simply a wonderful listen.
It shows as readily available from the NYPL ebook app.
#Books @npub1ny7…uv57
Link FYI for details.
https://bookshop.org/p/books/bits-and-pieces-my-mother-my-brother-and-me-whoopi-goldberg/20937249?ean=9798200920235&next=t

2025-05-16 01:02:42 UTC

ATTENTION ATTENTION
The first two episodes of #Murderbot are UP!
@npub1ny7…uv57

2025-05-15 21:45:05 UTC

OMG The opening scene of #Murderbot!! Edited for swearing..
@npub1ny7…uv57
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3IzeaJb1Tc

2025-05-15 21:38:55 UTC

Anyone think the #Murderbot episodes will be released on Thursday night, 9pm EDT like Apple did for severance?
@npub1ny7…uv57

2025-05-14 12:43:01 UTC

Two more days!! Maybe one if it airs early on Thursday night!
#Murderbot
@npub1ny7…uv57
Apple TV's New Sci-Fi Action Comedy With Alexander Skarsgård Debuts To Rare Rotten Tomatoes Score
https://movieweb.com/apple-tv-murderbot-alexander-skarsgard-rotten-tomatoes-score/

2025-05-11 18:23:18 UTC

Reading 'Life in the Pitlane' by Calum Nicholas. It is about his journey to and time in #F1. It is really interesting. Lots of fun 'inside baseball' stuff. So far he's shared insight to how someone interested in pursuing an F1 non-driving career can plan a path. (STEM!!!!)
Also there are sad undertones of racism. He hasn't called out any specific incident yet, but mentions how he had to strive to work harder, faster, better than his classmates.
#books @npub1ny7…uv57
https://bookshop.org/p/books/life-in-the-pitlane/gSEPB7aYDATJxPM6?ean=9780349443430&next=t

2025-05-05 20:30:50 UTC

It's a #Murderbot frenzy of articles and interviews! Sanctuary Moon!!
@npub1ny7…uv57
https://reactormag.com/murderbot-showrunners-chris-paul-weitz-on-how-david-lynch-evoked-their-take-on-sanctuary-moon/

2025-04-10 14:43:12 UTC

#Murderbot #Books @npub1ny7…uv57
https://bsky.app/profile/wired.com/post/3lmhqc3ebis2b
https://www.wired.com/story/murderbot-she-wrote-martha-wells/

2025-04-09 15:20:47 UTC

OMG OMG OMG #Murderbot trailer!!!
And they give us a glimpse of The Rise and Fall of Sanctuary Moon!!
So excited for this.
#Books @npub1ny7…uv57
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vEioDeOiqEs

2025-04-07 21:56:48 UTC

O
M
G
Murderbot Would Hate You—But That’s Why You’ll Love It
A first look at Alexander Skarsgård’s sci-fi comedy series from About a Boy filmmakers Chris and Paul Weitz.
#Murderbot #Books @npub1ny7…uv57
Spoiler warnings
http://archive.today/JSVPq

2025-03-26 23:26:44 UTC

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You are correct. However nowadays when we say "they can't" do something because of the law, that no longer has meaning. If you think 'they can't', know that they will anyway. They don't care. Yes, there are a ton of law suits to try to stop them, but none of them are settled yet. Even if there is a final ruling against the idiots, Felon47 will write another executive order giving him the power. Gotta keep speaking out against this!

2025-03-20 21:47:08 UTC

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I'd call them hostages.

2025-03-20 19:12:11 UTC

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There is a good Planet Money on this topic and even Michael Lewis has a podcast that goes into how they exploit the losers. It is a horrible industry.

2025-03-15 21:10:53 UTC

Folks, this is really REALLY bad. This has nothing to do with drug cartels or money laundering. This is how they are going to target and identify immigrants. People sending money home or receiving these small amounts will have their names and addresses submitted to FinCEN on the CTR's.
This is probably just a test since it is limited to 30 zip codes, but that will absolutely be expanded across the US. I'm not being hyperbolic about this. /1
https://www.forbes.com/sites/kellyphillipserb/2025/03/14/new-trump-financial-reporting-rule-aims-to-capture-cash-transactions-as-low-as-200/

2025-03-15 01:38:08 UTC

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Update. They seem to have fixed it to at least give you an option.
I recommend you pay very close attention at check-out as the option seems to come and go. Not sure what is going on with them.
If you check the box - your information will be given to Link and they will contact you directly about 'completing your account set-up'.
@npub1ny7…uv57
https://cdn.mastodon.coffee/media_attachments/files/114/163/879/800/232/118/original/7fd948ff1fa2bfed.png

2025-03-12 23:05:47 UTC

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They just don't care. :(

2025-03-12 20:25:03 UTC

Call your representatives!!!
https://5calls.org/
Social Security Administration weighs cutting phone support for claims, deposits: report
Sources said the agency would direct seniors and disabled individuals to online services and in-person field offices
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/social-security-administration-weighs-cutting-phone-support-for-claims-deposits-report-c3de31c6?mod=home_ln

2025-03-04 20:51:48 UTC

"He’s a gruesome man, and we all need to come together to stop him having this incredible influence over all of our lives. Wouldn’t it be amazing if we didn’t have to ever think about him ever again? That’s the goal. A world where we don’t have to ever think about Elon Musk ever again. It would be wonderful."
👏 I dream for this.
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/everyone-hates-elon-musk-x-donald-trump-protest-politics-campaign-viral-1236149106/

2025-03-04 01:45:58 UTC

Folks, I am sorry to say, Bookshop . org has done it again with their deceptive payment information handling practices.
Today when attempting to purchase an ebook, the check box to **choose** whether or not to save your payment information is no longer available. Now, if you want to purchase an ebook with them, you must agree to their terms and have your data automatically shared with Link where an account will be opened. You are given NO choice. #books
@npub1ny7…uv57
https://stripe.com/legal/consumer
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2025-02-28 17:23:31 UTC

Ola!
Anyone have a good recommendation for an app or plug in to remove Kindle DRM? I've tried Calibre with the deDRM plug in but it is not working and I can't figure out why.
Thanks!
@npub1ny7…uv57

2025-02-21 19:58:16 UTC

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My something else is that it will no longer be 'James Bond' as Amazon will Americanize it. The character is iconically British. I truly believe Amazon will change that.

2025-02-08 02:09:03 UTC

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Did you see this?
https://infosec.exchange/@briankrebs/113965646509637016

2025-02-03 19:32:53 UTC

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this is a great resource to make calling your representatives easy:
https://5calls.org

2025-02-03 19:24:46 UTC

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Everyone should be calling their senators and congressperson. Everyone. Every day. Until they get Space Karen out of the government.

2025-01-29 22:56:44 UTC

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Not sure. I've inquired. Link may be processing their credit card transactions (that is normal) but my email is not required for that, nor should Link save my information and ask that I complete opening an account. Hopefully this is only about having saved my payment information in my bookshop.org account.

2025-01-29 22:54:47 UTC

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My transaction processed. This had to do with updating and re-saving my cc info on bookshop.org's web site.

2025-01-29 22:32:34 UTC

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More info 3/end
I've also written to bookshop.org about this. I am guessing this all has to do with saving your credit card information for future purchases. I've since deleted my payment information. Yes, it will be annoying to have to re-enter it, but I'd rather do that than do business with Link. I've asked bookshop.org to confirm this because if this is going to happen each time I make a purchase, I won't be making any in the future.
#books
@npub1ny7…uv57

2025-01-29 22:29:48 UTC

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More info /2
The emails I was getting from link were asking me to validate my identity and complete the set-up of my account. Since I never wanted it, I did not click on anything. Instead I had to go to Link's site and find a way to contact them. There website said to delete your account you had to log in. Since I never set-up an account I had to fill out a form to get them to delete my account. They were pretty responsive.
@npub1ny7…uv57

2025-01-29 22:27:21 UTC

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More info /1
I had previously stored my cc for payment in my account at bookshop.org. I had to update it yesterday. Apparently when I updated and stored it again - that is when Link became involved. It was not obvious what would happen. There was no disclosure my information would be shared with a third party. There was no notice I would be asked to set up an account with Link.
#Books
@npub1ny7…uv57

2025-01-29 20:46:46 UTC

Heads up about bookshop.org
They changed something on their back-end for processing payments. I made a purchase yesterday and updated my credit card info. Suddenly I started to receive emails from a company called LINK that welcomed me to my new account and to finish setting up my profile.
WTF? There was no notice.
I didn't ask for this, nor do I want this. It is also a convoluted process to get Link to now remove all my personal data.
Super pissed at bookshop for this
#Books @npub1ny7…uv57

2025-01-28 17:39:05 UTC

GOOD NEWS ALERT
❗️❗️❗️❗️❗️❗️❗️❗️❗️❗️❗️❗️❗️❗️
#Books #EBooks @npub1ny7…uv57
https://bookshop.org/info/ebooks

2025-01-28 07:13:57 UTC

I've been listening to
All About Me!
My Remarkable Life in Show Business
Mel Brooks narrates which makes it even more special. Its not so much a performance, it is like you are sitting with him at the bar while he tells all the stories. Just wonderful.
#Books #Memoirs @npub1ny7…uv57
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2025-01-18 22:42:40 UTC

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In addition to the hashtags suggested, check into the group:
@npub1ny7…uv57
If you follow it, you will receive posts from others who use it. All you need to do is mention it and your post will go to all who follow it.
Welcome and enjoy!

2025-01-12 21:39:45 UTC

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I don't even remember how I signed up. I think I tried for mstdn.social because I saw other accounts from dead bird there. I was pushed to coffee because the mstdn instance was getting bombarded with new accounts during the first migration in 2022. I've been here ever since and not going anywhere. :)

2025-01-11 01:28:01 UTC

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Also, don't be fooled by deck-blue. There are way more trackers there as well.

2025-01-11 01:24:19 UTC

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@npub1s20…twmm
Sharing if this helps.
This is what my trackers show me about bluesky. It is mainly adblock plus, but that extension does not show the details. Duck duck go does identify third party trackers but they go back to bluesky I think.
https://cdn.mastodon.coffee/media_attachments/files/113/807/092/500/306/361/original/c876e505aeeb7bb7.png
https://cdn.mastodon.coffee/media_attachments/files/113/807/092/624/439/333/original/b6a79f68714c8267.png
https://cdn.mastodon.coffee/media_attachments/files/113/807/092/618/322/496/original/d6d5475e1019bac1.png
https://cdn.mastodon.coffee/media_attachments/files/113/807/102/891/193/757/original/cab2a80a7943af57.png

2025-01-08 20:20:35 UTC

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KMN
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WWaLxFIVX1s

2025-01-04 19:18:21 UTC

Please give this story a proper Streisand Effect.
Washington Post cartoonist resigns over paper’s refusal to publish cartoon critical of Jeff Bezos
https://www.theguardian.com/media/2025/jan/04/washington-post-cartoonist-resigns-jeff-bezos

2024-12-30 18:32:16 UTC

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LOL, the key is not to grow the pile, but that is simply impossible. :)

2024-12-16 20:57:29 UTC

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Any memoir that is read by the author. The new Al Pacino and recent Patrick Stewart books are great. As is Mel Brooks, Ron Howard, JM Straczynski. Roger Daltry, Pete Townsend, Jennifer Lewis (totally awesome), Carrie Fisher, Trevor Noah, Springsteen, Tig Notaro, Billy Crystal, John Lithgow, Jane Fonda, Steve Martin,
The Library Book by Susan Orlean.
Sarah Vowell - Assassination Vacation
All David Sedaris and David Rakoff.
Happy Listening!

2024-12-11 23:12:50 UTC

@npub17xf…dzht
They still know nothing. This is from Forbes today..
http://archive.today/xmut0

2024-12-11 21:36:11 UTC

I did not know this existed and how freakin' cool is it??!!!
#movies #Film #art
For 1 night only, MoMA is screening the entire 24-hour movie 'The Clock'
https://gothamist.com/arts-entertainment/for-1-night-only-moma-is-screening-the-entire-24-hour-movie-the-clock

2024-12-10 17:36:07 UTC

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and more!
https://www.silive.com/news/2024/12/more-mystery-drones-spotted-over-staten-island-heres-what-we-know-so-far.html

2024-12-10 17:35:07 UTC

cc: @npub17xf…dzht
It is still happening!
https://www.nbcnewyork.com/new-jersey/nj-drone-mystery-emergency-ban/6056955/

2024-12-06 04:59:21 UTC

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I'm up to watch the #F1Academy practice that starts in 6 minutes.
#F1

2024-12-06 01:33:20 UTC

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I've noticed the sound of flights/planes/helicopters has been more frequent. That tracker will show what has flown over the area, but it is delayed. I just had a loud plane/helicopter go over and I'm waiting to see it on the map.

2024-12-06 01:22:26 UTC

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I have no idea, but my borough has them too!
https://www.silive.com/news/2024/12/mysterious-drones-hovering-over-staten-island-similar-to-new-jersey-phenomenon.html

2024-12-06 00:44:56 UTC

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I'm listening to it now. It has been years since I heard it. I forgot about the back and forth to the music.
And now martial law has gone into effect in New Jersey. LOL.

2024-12-06 00:34:53 UTC

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They keep going back to the concert. 😂

2024-12-06 00:24:43 UTC

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It is/was brilliant!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=crPGFZiFjfs

2024-11-30 17:57:09 UTC

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Congratulations!

2024-11-27 02:28:57 UTC

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Sometimes I just leave mine on all day. Having the "Silence Unknown Callers" feature is the only reason to turn it off! ;)

2024-11-27 00:57:08 UTC

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“I literally can’t get caught,”
Said the hacker right before getting caught.
LOL

2024-11-26 21:16:57 UTC

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I don't know this movie and now I must return my cinephile membership card. Sigh. ;)

2024-11-26 01:38:20 UTC

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The most common view I've seen (and I disagree) is Mastodon/Fedi is too hard to figure out.
Which doesn't make sense because over on bsky, everyone is just as confused. However, all the very popular deadbird people are there. Without the celebs Mastodon/Fedi won't get the volume.
I like the quite/normalcy here. Over there it is wild with endless politics.

2024-11-23 14:52:39 UTC

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cc: @npub1s20…twmm

2024-11-23 01:21:56 UTC

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I believe the US Postal Inspection Service are vicious prosecutors. If mail fraud is involved, that may be another way to pursue?

2024-11-21 17:37:24 UTC

This is only the beginning. I can't imagine how awful it will be for the World Cup and Olympic athletes coming to the US in a few years. Sigh.
F1 driver Yuki Tsunoda interrogated in pyjamas by US border officials
-Japanese driver was on way to Las Vegas Grand Prix
-Officials let 24-year-old go after lengthy questioning
#F1
https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2024/nov/21/f1-driver-yuki-tsunoda-interrogated-in-pyjamas-by-us-border-officials

2024-11-20 14:11:19 UTC

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Is that normal?