The Tuesday Edition - Oct 25, 2022
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Six magicians. Two rivalries. One researcher. And a man who can walk through dreams. All must pick a side: do they wish to preserve the world—or destroy it?
The Atlas Paradox is the long-awaited sequel to dark academic sensation The Atlas Six—guaranteed to have even more yearning, backstabbing, betrayal, and chaos. Add it to your shelf today!
TV, Guardians of the Galaxy, Guardians of the Galaxy: Holiday Special, Marvel Entertainment

Everything We Know About ‘The Guardians of the Galaxy’ Holiday Special

Mantis and Drax walk down Hollywood Blvd. in the Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special.
Marvel is ramping up for its next Disney Plus special presentation, The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special—which includes a very special guest star. Here's everything we know so far!
Big on the Internet, Angela Bassett, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, court, Essence, Fiona Apple, Rishi Sunak, things we saw today, tiktok, UFO sightings, Uvalde

Things We Saw Today: The Upcoming Issue of ‘Essence’ Celebrates Angela Bassett in Wakanda Style

SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 22: Angela Bassett attends the 5th annual Wearable Art Gala honoring Angela Bassett and Mark Bradford at Barker Hangar on October 22, 2022 in Santa Monica, California. (Photo by Unique Nicole/Getty Images)
While the cover is richly textured and meticulously details Bassett's hair and face, I'm obsessed with the interior images.
News, democrats, Joe Biden, politics, progressive caucus, Russia, Ukraine

Congressional Progressive Caucus Releases & Immediately Retracts Ill-Advised Letter on Biden’s Ukraine Strategy

Democratic Rep. Pramila Jayapal stands wearing a mask, surrounded by a horde of reporters holding phones, microphones, and cameras in her face.
It's been a whirlwind 24 hours for the Congressional Progressive Caucus.
Movies, DCEU, Ezra Miller, The Flash

10 Actors Who Can Replace Ezra Miller in ‘The Flash’

Ezra Miller plays Barry Allen/The Flash in DCEU's Justice League.
The DC Extended Universe's (DCEU) Flash, Ezra Miller, has been embroiled in serious legal issues and controversy since March 2022. It seems that Warner Bros. will need to consider recasting the role of Flash eventually. Here are 10 actors who could replace Miller as The Flash.
Movies, DC Studios, James Gunn, Peter Safran

One of Marvel’s Top Talents Is Taking Over DC Films and We’re So Excited!

Warner Bros' movie Justice League
But until we know more, at least we know that DC Studios is in the hands of people who care about these characters and you have my attention.
TV, Andor, Star Wars (franchise)

Why Are YouTubers So Mad at Disney ‘Star Wars’?

cassian looking annoyed in andor
When it comes to those who are angry about the Disney era of Star Wars, it is, for the most part, just a lot of YouTubers who love to use the same angry screaming face when talking about it.
Movies, Barbarian

The Must-See Horror Film of This Halloween Season Is Now Streaming

Tess, in Barbarian, climbs a ladder to escape the Mother.
Horror is a genre that is constantly changing and one that also allows its creatives to tackle storylines with allegories and frightening beasts while still giving its audience much to think about. And that's exactly what the must-see horror film of 2022 does.
TV, Netflix, The Crown

Why Is This Season of ‘The Crown’ Becoming So Controversial?

Dominic West and Elizabeth Debicki in The Crown (2016)
Netflix's 'The Crown' is returning in early November and this season has gotten a lot of controversy. Not shocking as this is the first season to follow the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.
Gaming, pokemon, Pokemon Scarlet/Violet

The New Ghost Dog Pokémon Is Adorable But Also Has an Absolutely Terrifying Ability

It's him! Lil Ghost Baby!
We've got a new Pokemon joining our adventures! Say hello to Greavard, the Ghost Dog Pokemon. We love it, but...
Movies, Damon Lindelof, marvel, Star Wars (franchise)

Damon Lindelof Is Developing a Star Wars Film With a Marvel Director

star wars logo
Another 'Star Wars' title is in the works from Lucasfilm, with exciting names from Marvel and major movies attached as directors and writers.
TV, Guardians of the Galaxy, Marvel Cinematic Universe, The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special

Time to Kidnap Kevin Bacon in the Trailer for ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special’

Chris Pratt as Peter Quill in Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special
Just when you think the Guardians don't care that much about making each other happy, James Gunn and company decide to release the trailer for The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special to make us cry. Over...Kevin Bacon?
News, Roe v. Wade, samuel alito, U.S. Supreme Court

Late Senator’s Diaries Show Samuel Alito Was Always Lying About Respecting Roe v. Wade

Protesters gather outside the supreme court building holding pro-choice and anti-scotus signs.
Someone please get Susan Collins a copy of Ted Kennedy's diary.
TV, House of the Dragon, Rhaenyra Targaryen

Who Are Rhaenyra’s Potential Remaining Allies on ‘House of the Dragon’?

older rhaenyra in House of the Dragon
Who will side with Queen Rhaenyra and The Blacks on 'House of the Dragon'?
Big on the Internet, Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, Taylor Swift

Did Taylor Swift Yet Again Write a Song About Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds’ New Baby?

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds at the Met Gala
Honestly? Imagine how cool you'd be going to school and getting to tell your friends that Taylor Swift wrote a song about you before you were even born? I'd make sure everyone knew how cool I was and how I had a whole lovely song about me.
Movies, Get Out, Halloween, halloween ends, Hellraiser 2022, Horror, Jennifer's Body, Midsommar, Scream, Scream 2, Scream 2022, The Invisible Man

Are Bad Boyfriends in Horror Becoming Too Much of a Cliché?

Laurie Strode offers a knife to Corey Cunningham in Halloween Ends.
Dating can be horrifying, and most women and some men are well aware of that. But is it possible that the over-saturation of bad boyfriends in horror is reductive and turning into a new cliche?
Movies, Marvel Cinematic Universe, Marvel Entertainment, the mcu, Wonder Man

9 Actors Who Can Play Wonder Man in the MCU

Wonder Man in Marvel
Wonder Man is coming to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) soon with a 'Wonder Man' TV confirmed to be in development.
Movies, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, Elton John

‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’ Uses the Perfect Song to Set Its Tone

Paul Rudd as Ant-Man
Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania dropped its first trailer and per the usual, Marvel fans are screaming. It's me, I'm Marvel fans.
TV, Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, Westeros

Prepare for War on ‘House of the Dragon’ by Refreshing Your Westeros Geography

Matt Smith as Daemon Targaryen in House of the Dragon
What better occasion to review a map of Westeros and refresh some of the knowledge we might have lost in the years that separate us from the end of Game of Thrones than the rising tensions in House of the Dragon? After this brief guide you’ll be able to hold your own at every strange table— wooden figurines and all.
TV, Game of Thrones, HBO, House of the Dragon

Get Hyped For ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2 With All We Know So Far

Rhaenyra Targaryen and her crown in 'House of the Dragon'
As Season 1 comes to an end, here's what we know about 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 so far.
Comics, anthology, erotica, Iron Circus Comics, LGBTQIAP+ representation, monster erotica

EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW: Seeking Some ‘Neighbourly Help’ in ‘Smut Peddler Presents: My Monster Girlfriend’

Smut Peddler Presents: My Monster Girlfriend story "Neighbourly Help." Image: Iron Circus Comics.
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