The Friday Edition - Jan 8, 2021
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TV, children's tv, Denmark, penises

There’s a Danish Kid’s Show About a Man With a Massively Long Penis. What? Why?

claymation man floating away with his very long penis attached to some balloons

Meet John Dillermand, whose name literally translates to something like "John Shlong." His life is so complicated because his giant long penis keeps creeping around and getting him in trouble.

The post There’s a Danish Kid’s Show About a Man With a Massively Long Penis. What? Why? first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, Grand Admiral Thrawn, Robert Downey Jr., Star Wars (franchise)

Sorry, I Don’t See Robert Downey Jr. as Star Wars’ Grand Admiral Thrawn

robert downey jr and thrawn

The thing is, I wouldn't be mad if it did end up being Robert Downey Jr. because I trust him. He's an incredible actor and he knows how to work with Jon Favreau so having them back together for Star Wars would be a treat. I just also think there are better characters for him to play throughout the galaxy and someone else can bring a different take to Thrawn.

The post Sorry, I Don’t See Robert Downey Jr. as Star Wars’ Grand Admiral Thrawn first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Big on the Internet, Keyon Harrold Jr., Miya Ponsetto, Soho Karen

“Soho Karen” Miya Ponsetto Tries (and Fails) to Explain Tackling Keyon Harrold Jr. Over Imaginary Phone Theft

Miya Ponsetto has been arrested for her attack on Keyon Harrold Jr.

The post “Soho Karen” Miya Ponsetto Tries (and Fails) to Explain Tackling Keyon Harrold Jr. Over Imaginary Phone Theft first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, anime, CrunchyRoll, teaser trailer

Guess What Best Friends It’s Jujutsu Kaisen Friday After All!

Gojo appears in the PV for Jujutsu Kaisen part 2

Every great shonen anime has a tournament-style arc where the main characters face-off against an opposing team (or teams). Such is the case with the Goodwill Event that Megumi and Nobara have been training for on 'Jujutsu Kaisen.' Unbeknownst to them, Yuji's also been doing some training on his own.

The post Guess What Best Friends It’s Jujutsu Kaisen Friday After All! first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, Quibi, Roku

Quibi Will Live on Inside of Roku

quibi

Now we just need Roku to come and save us all.

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Big on the Internet, josh hawley

Senator Hawley Mocked for Saying It’s “Orwellian” to Lose His Book Deal Over Capitol Attack

Josh Hawley speaks during a Senate hearing.

I'm tired and I want Josh Hawley to shut up and take the consequences for his action. How very Orwellian of me.

The post Senator Hawley Mocked for Saying It’s “Orwellian” to Lose His Book Deal Over Capitol Attack first appeared on The Mary Sue.
AMP Featured, Big on the Internet, Bed, Pillow, Pokémon (franchise)

Can’t Talk Putting My Head in Gengar’s Mouth

The Gengar pillow + Gengar and Ash in "Pokemon Journeys"

Technically, you can only fit your head inside of its mouth, but hey, you can also treat its plush tongue like a Fruit Roll-Up. There are a variety of ways you can use the new Pokémon in your Pokédex. If you don't have any ideas then Premium Bandai's got you covered.

The post Can’t Talk Putting My Head in Gengar’s Mouth first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Space, Space Exploration, this week in space, total eclipse

This Week in Space: What To Look Forward To in the Skies for 2021

milky way galaxy

Welcome back, Space cadets! We took a quick break from space content for the holidays but we are back with a look ahead at what the stars and space news have in store for us in 2021. And friends, there is a lot in store, from exploration and science, to some cool events happening in […]

The post This Week in Space: What To Look Forward To in the Skies for 2021 first appeared on The Mary Sue.
News, 25th Amendment, donald trump, politics

These Mass Staffer Resignations Are Actually an Act of Loyalty To Donald Trump

Donald Trump speaks during an outdoor rally, standing in front of American flags.

By stepping down now, all of these people get to avoid having a hand in removing Trump from office.

The post These Mass Staffer Resignations Are Actually an Act of Loyalty To Donald Trump first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Big on the Internet, donald trump, Inauguration, Trump

Trump Didn’t Want to Go to Your Stupid Inauguration Anyway

US President Donald Trump speaks during a briefing at the White House September 27, 2020, in Washington, DC. - US President Donald Trump paid just $750 in federal income taxes in 2016, the year he won the election, The New York Times reported September 27, 2020, citing tax return data extending more than 20 years. (Photo by Brendan Smialowski / AFP) (Photo by BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP via Getty Images)

Like a jilted high schooler whose crush didn't ask them to the big dance, Trump decided to respond to the "nobody asked you" question on whether or not he'd be at the Inauguration.

The post Trump Didn’t Want to Go to Your Stupid Inauguration Anyway first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, witchcraft

Chilling Adventures of Sabrina: Why Is It So Hard to Make Good Witch Content?

Michelle Gimez as Lillith in theChilling adventures of Sabrina

Netflix's Chilling Adventures of Sabrina has ended, and as I slogged through Part Four (season two), I found myself really disappointed at how a show with so much promise and such great aesthetics managed to not do anything worthwhile with it—a problem that tends to be at the core of many witch-centric shows.

The post Chilling Adventures of Sabrina: Why Is It So Hard to Make Good Witch Content? first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, HBO, His Dark Materials, Lin-Manuel Miranda

My Favorite Character From HBO’s His Dark Materials Shouldn’t Have Died, Again

News, Coup, white privilege, white supremacy

White People Denying How White the Storming of the Capitol Was Contributes to Why We’re in This Mess

Supporters of US President Donald Trump, including member of the QAnon conspiracy group Jake A, aka Yellowstone Wolf (C), enter the US Capitol on January 6, 2021, in Washington, DC

Every time someone goes on about how "this isn't America" I can't help but get frustrated because it absolutely is America. Marginalized people have been saying it for generations, and keep having to say it, because white people have created this fantasy version of America where things were fine for everyone, so they keep trying to convince themselves that the shit show we're watching is a rarity.

The post White People Denying How White the Storming of the Capitol Was Contributes to Why We’re in This Mess first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Big on the Internet, Lucy Lawless, Xena: Warrior Princess

Lucy Lawless Destroys Kevin Sorbo on Twitter, Proving Once Again That Xena Was Better Than Hercules

Delivering a twitter deathblow to right-wing troll Kevin Sorbo with the same flair and panache as the Warrior Princess was always known for, Lucy Lawless proved why her show was always better.

The post Lucy Lawless Destroys Kevin Sorbo on Twitter, Proving Once Again That Xena Was Better Than Hercules first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Books, Book Review, books, romance

Single and Forced to Mingle Is the Perfect Lighthearted Read for Quarantine Cuffing Season

Book cover for Single And Forced To Mingle by Melissa Croce

Let's be real for a sec: dating (and romance as a whole, for that matter) has gotten real awkward since COVID-19 entered our lives. On top of the already stressful realities many of us have had to adapt to, there's the added discomfort of navigating the wacky world of dating and—and the new social rules that come with it—in the midst of a pandemic.

The post Single and Forced to Mingle Is the Perfect Lighthearted Read for Quarantine Cuffing Season first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Big on the Internet, donald trump, Donald Trump Jr., Gloria

Things We Saw Today: I Will Not Stand for the Trumps Disrespecting the Laura Branigan Classic “Gloria”!

Darren Criss singing Gloria

Now, I'm going to have to reclaim "Gloria," a song I thoroughly enjoy singing at karaoke. 

The post Things We Saw Today: I Will Not Stand for the Trumps Disrespecting the Laura Branigan Classic “Gloria”! first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, Disney+, Loki, loki series

Loki May Already Have Secured a Second Season

Loki show comics scene

Although Loki is months away from its debut on Disney+ we may already have confirmation that our favorite God of Mischief will be back for a second season on the platform

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TV, interview, joel oulette, Trickster

Trickster’s Joel Oulette Talks Bringing an Indigenous Hero to The CW

We talked to Joel Oulette of 'Trickster,' who leads the new CW series as an Indigenous teen who encounters the Raven.

The post Trickster’s Joel Oulette Talks Bringing an Indigenous Hero to The CW first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Books, Cover Reveal, romance novels

Exclusive Cover Reveal & Excerpt: The Queer Principles of Kit Webb by Cat Sebastian

QueerPrinciplesofKitWebb cvr

A look at the upcoming m/m romance novel from historical romance author Cat Sebastian!

The post Exclusive Cover Reveal & Excerpt: The Queer Principles of Kit Webb by Cat Sebastian first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Movies, abuse, Olivia Wilde, Shia LaBeouf

Olivia Wilde Refuses to Indulge Shia LaBeouf’s Bad Behavior

olivia wilde independent spirit awards

It's long been true that a white guy can thrive in Hollywood despite having a combative reputation.

The post Olivia Wilde Refuses to Indulge Shia LaBeouf’s Bad Behavior first appeared on The Mary Sue.
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