The Thursday Edition - Feb 2, 2023
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News, Artificial Intelligence, music

It’s Unlikely AI Music Will Go Away Any Time Soon, and That’s … Concerning

Pete and Timmy show of their rap "skills" on SNL.

If you thought the AI art controversy was bad, wait til you hear about what's going on in the world of AI music.

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News, beyonce, Taylor Swift, TicketMaster

Is Ticketmaster Going To Do Beyoncé Fans as Dirty as Taylor Swift Fans?

Beyonce walking away from an explosion in the Lemonade video.

Yesterday, Beyoncé basically broke the internet when she (finally) announced her dates for the Renaissance world tour. She also broke hearts when we all realized that she was using Ticketmaster. As a veteran of the Taylor Swift Eras tour disaster, let me tell you, no matter what you’re doing to prepare to get Beyoncé tickets, […]

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Big on the Internet, Squishmallows, toys

Ranking the Boba Tea Squishmallows by Whether or Not I’d Drink Them

An assortment of boba tea Squishmallows

The important question is: Would they be delicious?

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News, Donald Trump Jr., trans, Trump

Trans Rights Watchdog Warns Trump Anti-Trans Policies Could Delegitimize Passports, Driver’s Licenses

TV, contributor, pokemon, sarah natochenny

Interview: Voice of Pokémon’s Ash Ketchum, Sarah Natochenny, Reflects on 25 Years and Reveals What’s Next

Ash Ketchum becomes World Champion in Pokémon Ultimate Journeys: The Series

In November 2022, Pokémon fans witnessed the beginning of the end of a 25-year journey.

The post Interview: Voice of Pokémon’s Ash Ketchum, Sarah Natochenny, Reflects on 25 Years and Reveals What’s Next appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Gaming, Dragon Age, elden ring, Fire Emblem: Three Houses, Silent Hill 2, The Last of Us, video games

The Best Written Video Games of All Time

A man rides a horse while carrying a gun in the game 'Red Dead Redemption 2'

The best gameplay experiences are the ones that make our brains do a little shimmy and dance.

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Books, Mackenzi Lee, marvel, The Winter Soldier

Interview: Mackenzi Lee Talks Cold War Spies and Chess in ‘The Winter Soldier: Cold Front’

Author Mackenzi Lee and her new novel The Winter Soldier: Cold Front

Mackenzi Lee's new novel, 'The Winter Soldier: Cold Front,' hit shelves on February 7th and is the latest addition to her literary series on Marvel anti-heroes. She took the time to talk to The Mary Sue about her new work, including the chess references and Cold War spy storyline.

The post Interview: Mackenzi Lee Talks Cold War Spies and Chess in ‘The Winter Soldier: Cold Front’ appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Comics, Asian-American representation, comics, Dark Horse Comics

REVIEW: ‘White Savior’ Subverts Tired Tropes With Humor and Wit

The cover image for Eric Nguyen's graphic novel miniseries 'White Savior.'

Eric Nguyen's delightful miniseries 'White Savior' flips the aforementioned trope on its head, in the funniest ways possible.

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News, media monopolies, news, social media, tiktok

This Is the Perfect Summary of the Problem With Media Monopolies

Monopoly promotions staff hand out Monopoly notes to Sydneysiders on Oxford Street during Monopoly's 75th anniversary celebration on August 25, 2010 in Sydney, Australia.

TikTok is a wellspring of creativity and critique, which has made it an exciting platform for activists.

The post This Is the Perfect Summary of the Problem With Media Monopolies appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, Harrison Ford, Stephen Colbert, Thunderbolt Ross

Harrison Ford Spilled Everything He Knows About ‘Captain America: New World Order’ in True Harrison Ford Fashion

Harrison Ford and Stephen Colbert together

It's just an exciting time to be a fan of Harrison Ford.

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TV, Finn Wolfhard, Noah Schnapp, Wednesday (Netflix)

10 Actors Who Can Play Xavier on ‘Wednesday’

Daniel DiMaggio, Wyatt Oleff, Asher Angel -potential replacements for Percy Hynes White on 'Wednesday'

While Netflix has remained silent about the sexual assault allegations against Wednesday star Percy Hynes White, fans of the show are still vouching for his removal. Here are 10 actors who could potentially replace White in the show.

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News, Grimes

The Rollercoaster of Emotions Just Keeps Going for Former Grimes Fans

The very esoteric art for Grimes' album "Art Angels."

Once upon a time, Grimes was a pop star for the people, but now, everything I know about her is against my will.

The post The Rollercoaster of Emotions Just Keeps Going for Former Grimes Fans appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Big on the Internet, Amy Poehler, Galentine's Day, Parks and Recreation

Why We Love Galentine’s Day

Leslie Knope (Amy Poehler) holds up a mimosa to cheers her friends at brunch on Galentine's Day

Of all the gifts Parks and Recreation has given us, one thing has transcended TV to become a real-life event. It's a celebration of love that happens every February—and it's way better than Valentine's Day.

The post Why We Love Galentine’s Day appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Books, fanfiction, Harry Potter (franchise), Sirius Black

Could This Fanfiction Actually Be the Best ‘Harry Potter’ Novel?

Remus Lupin and Sirius Black (played by David Thewlis and Gary Oldman) stand in the Shrieking Shack in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

Fans have been transforming the original Harry Potter story pretty much from the very start, thinking critically about the world and its rules, filling in plot holes, diversifying and queering its cast, and exploring side characters barely mentioned in the source material. Just look at All the Young Dudes.

The post Could This Fanfiction Actually Be the Best ‘Harry Potter’ Novel? appeared first on The Mary Sue.

TV, Pedro Pascal, Saturday Night Live, The Last of Us

Yet Again, Pedro Pascal Is Breaking the Internet

Pedro Pascal standing in Studio 8H for 'SNL'

God, this is a good week to be a Pedro Pascal fan.

The post Yet Again, Pedro Pascal Is Breaking the Internet appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, DCU, James Gunn, Sasha Calle, Supergirl (TV show), Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow

Will ‘Flash’ Star Sasha Calle Return as Supergirl in ‘Woman of Tomorrow’?

Actor Sasha Calle opposite cover art for DC Comics' 'Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow'

Sasha Calle will play Supergirl in The Flash, but will she return for the DCU's newly announced Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow?

The post Will ‘Flash’ Star Sasha Calle Return as Supergirl in ‘Woman of Tomorrow’? appeared first on The Mary Sue.

News, Seinfeld, streaming

AI ‘Seinfeld’ Parody Experiment Foretells Streaming’s Hellish Future

Elaine mimes devil horns on her head in Seinfeld.

"I've glimpsed our future and all I can say is ... go back."

The post AI ‘Seinfeld’ Parody Experiment Foretells Streaming’s Hellish Future appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies & TV, animation, HBO, HBO Max, Hide From Homepage, SEO, Sesame Street, Warner Bros, Warner Bros. Discovery

Every Title HBO Max Has Removed From Its Streaming Service

Retro vintage TV is on fire next to a pond.

The Warner Bros. Discovery merger has left an entertainment void in its wake, with dozens of movies and shows being taken off the platform—with little warning.

The post Every Title HBO Max Has Removed From Its Streaming Service appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, DC, James Gunn

James Gunn Has Revealed His Version of the MCU’s Phases

Supergirl, Booster Gold, and Batman and Robin in DC Comics

James Gunn revealed that his 10-year plan for the DCU will be broken down into chapters. Here's what Chapter One: Gods and Monsters means.

The post James Gunn Has Revealed His Version of the MCU’s Phases appeared first on The Mary Sue.

TV, DC, Viola Davis, Waller

‘Waller’ Shows That DC Knows The Acting Goldmine It’s Sitting On

Viola Davis as Amanda Waller in 'Suicide Squad'

James Gunn took to Twitter to lay out DC’s ten-year plan in a level of detail that’s rarely seen in franchises used to keeping their cards close to their chests. Some titles return to characters we know, while much of it involves new characters and casting decisions. One character who seems virtually untouchable is Viola […]

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