The Thursday Edition - Dec 15, 2022
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Scadrial's second era comes to its Earth-shattering conclusion in The Lost Metal.
Return to the Mistborn world of Scadrial for the conclusion of the Wax & Wayne series!
News, music, Patti Smith

Seeing My Favorite Artist Live Helped Me Find Beauty in the World Again

Patti Smith reflects on quarantine in her backyard.
It made me realize how special an artist Patti Smith is, to be able to evoke that in others. She reminded me of one of art's essential purposes: To evoke.
TV, big boys, Saturday Night Live, tiktok

This Song From a ‘SNL’ Sketch Is Lighting Up TikTok

SZA with big boys in SNL
There are so many celebrating their favorite big boys and it's honestly really fun to see.
TV, Harry & Meghan, imperialism, Netflix

Why Is No One Talking About the Anti-Imperial Content in ‘Harry & Meghan’?

Members Of The Royal Family Attend Events To Mark The Centenary Of The RAF LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 10: (L-R) Queen Elizabeth II, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex watch the RAF flypast on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, as members of the Royal Family attend events to mark the centenary of the RAF on July 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Chris Jackson/Getty Images)
Amongst all the drama about the royals, what has been strange is the lack of discussion around the anti-imperialist language within the series 'Harry & Meghan.'
News, donald trump, parody, Trump Cards

My Personal Favorite Trump Trading Cards

A clown in a green wig, standing on a street corner.
Here are some of my personal favorite Trump NFT trading cards. This list is totally fake ... uh, I mean, completely real, just like Trump himself.
News, donald trump, Joe Biden, Trump Cards

Even Joe Biden Is Mocking Trump’s Ridiculous “Major Announcement”

Donald Trump wears a red MAGA hat while driving a golf cart, gives a thumbs up to the camera
I doubt Trump will ever notice or understand that he's a laughingstock, but at least we're all having fun.
Movies, Avatar, Avatar: The Way of Water, James Cameron

God, I Wish James Cameron Would Stop Talking About Female Empowerment

Zoe Saldana's Neytiri wields a dagger while screaming in 'Avatar'
James Cameron, next time you can just explain why you wrote this character the way that you did without trying to tell women that this is somehow more empowering—because it really is not.
Big on the Internet, donald trump, NFTs, politics, Tarot, Tarot Cards

Behold, I Have Created the World’s First Trump Cards Tarot Divination System

Donald Trump as a superhero. From the Trump Cards NFT collection.
Donald Trump's collectible NFT trading cards, or Trump Cards, are ridiculous. But are they ridiculous enough to become a Tarot deck? Yes.
News, CollectTrumpCards, donald trump, NFTs

Oh God Let’s Rank 15 of The Worst of These Horrible Donald Trump Trading Cards

trumpstands in front of an image of mt. rushmore, smiling vacuously
Welcome to Hell, folks! It's just a never ending slideshow of these Donald Trump NFTs for all of eternity.
TV, HBO Max, Hide From Homepage, Minx (series)

Will There Be a Season 2 of ‘Minx?’ Cast And Crew Remain Hopeful

Ophelia Lovibond and Jake Johnson in 'Minx'
There are so many directions Season 2 could go in! But, are we getting a second season at all? What does the future hold for 'Minx?'
Big on the Internet, DCEU, Henry Cavill, James Gunn, Superman

Why Henry Cavill Isn’t Returning as Superman

henry cavill as superman in the Snyderverse superman films
At the end of October, soon after the release of Black Adam, Henry Cavill confirmed his return to the DC film universe. Sadly, it has now been revealed that he will not be returning as the Man of Steel.
TV, Dragon Age, Dragon Age: Absolution, Netflix

I’m Hopelessly Devoted to the Qunari Woman in Netflix’s ‘Dragon Age’ Series

Qwydion Qunari in 'Dragon Age Absolution'
I enjoyed all the new characters, but the heart of the group—and my favorite—is Qunari mage Qwydion.
Movies, Matt Smith, Morbius, Stephen King, Worst Of

The Absolute Worst Movies of 2022, Ranked

Jared Leto Morbs out in 'Morbius'
While there were many great movies released in 2022, the year also boasted several films that missed their mark. Here are the 10 worst films of 2022, ranked.
News, cringe, donald trump, NFTs

Donald Trump’s “Major Announcement” Was More Embarrassing Than We Ever Could Have Imagined

Leslie Knope holding up a weird little doll and saying "What is that?"
This is so embarrassing, even for him.
Big on the Internet, News, Anne Heche, RIP

Anne Heche Toxicology Report Says She Wasn’t Under the Influence at Time of Crash

Anne Heche speaks onstage at the 27th Annual Race To Erase MS: Drive-In To Erase MS at Rose Bowl on September 04, 2020 in Pasadena, California.
Actress Anne Heche passed away earlier this year, and when news of her death—as well as the circumstances behind it—broke, there was a lot of unkind speculation about Heche being under the influence. It has now been revealed that wasn't the case.
News, marriage equality, Pete Buttigieg, politics

The Buttigiegs Serve Classy Response to Republican’s Hysterics Over Respect for Marriage Act

Pete Buttigieg smiles holding a cup of coffee outdoors
Rather than acting with the same unnecessary dramatics, Pete and Chasten Buttigieg served up the kind of classy responses the GOP could never muster.
TV, Henry Cavill, Hide From Homepage, the witcher

Why Is Henry Cavill Leaving ‘The Witcher’ After Season 3? Explained

Henry Cavill poses in Geralt's new armor as Geralt of Rivia in season 2 of 'The Witcher'
After the shocking announcement that Henry Cavill was leaving 'The Witcher' and being replaced by Liam Hemsworth, fans were left questioning the reason for his departure. Here's why Cavill left 'The Witcher.'
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