Tobin King
@jamesking97.bsky.social
CFL, NHL and NFL. Making the move from the cesspool.
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And then there's this classic:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5HbS...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5HbS...
Librarians Remake Beastie Boys' 'Sabotage' Video, Win Internet
YouTube video by Graham Steel
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October 6, 2025 at 9:04 AM
And then there's this classic:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5HbS...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5HbS...
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Stewart Johnston hasn't been on the job for six months, but is implementing more change to the CFL game than we've seen in sixty years. On the commissioner's bold risk in a league that is, more than any other, defined by tradition: www.thestar.com/sports/argos...
Bruce Arthur: The CFL had always embraced status quo. Why massive changes were needed
This will make the CFL less unique and more American. Maybe it works, or maybe it’s a failure. But the league couldn’t stay a static thing forever.
www.thestar.com
September 22, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Stewart Johnston hasn't been on the job for six months, but is implementing more change to the CFL game than we've seen in sixty years. On the commissioner's bold risk in a league that is, more than any other, defined by tradition: www.thestar.com/sports/argos...
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Trump demands 20% gratuity for selling Ukraine to Putin
Trump demands 20% gratuity for selling Ukraine to Putin
ANCHORAGE, AK - International political observers are stunned today after U.S. President Donald Trump made the controversial move of asking Russian President Vladimir Putin for a 20% gratuity, "as a s...
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August 15, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Trump demands 20% gratuity for selling Ukraine to Putin
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July 28, 2025 at 12:18 AM
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Longtime CFL offensive lineman Bryan Chiu was surprised by his students at Vancouver College as they announce he’s been elected to the Canadian Football Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2025. 🙌🙌
June 12, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Longtime CFL offensive lineman Bryan Chiu was surprised by his students at Vancouver College as they announce he’s been elected to the Canadian Football Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2025. 🙌🙌
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In May 1877, Sitting Bull led 5,000 of his people into Canada to settle near Wood Mountain, NWT (now Saskatchewan).
It was his hope he could receive a reserve to live on. Instead, he and his people were starved into returning to the United States.
This is his story.
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It was his hope he could receive a reserve to live on. Instead, he and his people were starved into returning to the United States.
This is his story.
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May 5, 2025 at 2:25 PM
In May 1877, Sitting Bull led 5,000 of his people into Canada to settle near Wood Mountain, NWT (now Saskatchewan).
It was his hope he could receive a reserve to live on. Instead, he and his people were starved into returning to the United States.
This is his story.
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It was his hope he could receive a reserve to live on. Instead, he and his people were starved into returning to the United States.
This is his story.
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Inspired by @mark-carney.bsky.social and Canadians everywhere. We’re all fighting back on our home ice!
April 3, 2025 at 4:40 AM
Inspired by @mark-carney.bsky.social and Canadians everywhere. We’re all fighting back on our home ice!
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Some good notes from the Chief Electoral Officer. I'm paying particular attention to these ones:
➡️ Use Elections Canada as the authority on info about where and how to vote
➡️ Don't rely on social media for information; use multiple sources
➡️ Get involved and vote
➡️ Use Elections Canada as the authority on info about where and how to vote
➡️ Don't rely on social media for information; use multiple sources
➡️ Get involved and vote
Statements and Speeches
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www.elections.ca
March 24, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Some good notes from the Chief Electoral Officer. I'm paying particular attention to these ones:
➡️ Use Elections Canada as the authority on info about where and how to vote
➡️ Don't rely on social media for information; use multiple sources
➡️ Get involved and vote
➡️ Use Elections Canada as the authority on info about where and how to vote
➡️ Don't rely on social media for information; use multiple sources
➡️ Get involved and vote
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In 1967, a player transaction took place between the BC Lions of the CFL and the Minnesota Vikings of the NFL. It's true! I spent a good deal of time researching and writing this piece. Check the comments below for the links.
March 14, 2025 at 2:41 AM
In 1967, a player transaction took place between the BC Lions of the CFL and the Minnesota Vikings of the NFL. It's true! I spent a good deal of time researching and writing this piece. Check the comments below for the links.
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On this day in 1994, John Candy died.
One of the greatest comedic actors of his generation, his career spanned a quarter-century and included acclaim shows, films and a Grey Cup.
Taken far too soon, let's learn more about one of Canada's most beloved actors.
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One of the greatest comedic actors of his generation, his career spanned a quarter-century and included acclaim shows, films and a Grey Cup.
Taken far too soon, let's learn more about one of Canada's most beloved actors.
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March 4, 2025 at 3:52 PM
On this day in 1994, John Candy died.
One of the greatest comedic actors of his generation, his career spanned a quarter-century and included acclaim shows, films and a Grey Cup.
Taken far too soon, let's learn more about one of Canada's most beloved actors.
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One of the greatest comedic actors of his generation, his career spanned a quarter-century and included acclaim shows, films and a Grey Cup.
Taken far too soon, let's learn more about one of Canada's most beloved actors.
🧵1/18
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They called her Schmirler the Curler.
As the nickname suggests, the native of tiny Biggar, Sask., stayed true to her roots — down-to-earth and extremely relatable.
She died 25 years ago today. But her legacy lives on
Here's a piece I wrote about Sandra: www.cbc.ca/sportslongfo...
As the nickname suggests, the native of tiny Biggar, Sask., stayed true to her roots — down-to-earth and extremely relatable.
She died 25 years ago today. But her legacy lives on
Here's a piece I wrote about Sandra: www.cbc.ca/sportslongfo...
Sandra Schmirler: Larger than life - CBC Sports
More than 20 years after Olympic gold, the late skip holds an outsized place in curling lore — and the hearts of her teammates
www.cbc.ca
March 2, 2025 at 3:28 PM
They called her Schmirler the Curler.
As the nickname suggests, the native of tiny Biggar, Sask., stayed true to her roots — down-to-earth and extremely relatable.
She died 25 years ago today. But her legacy lives on
Here's a piece I wrote about Sandra: www.cbc.ca/sportslongfo...
As the nickname suggests, the native of tiny Biggar, Sask., stayed true to her roots — down-to-earth and extremely relatable.
She died 25 years ago today. But her legacy lives on
Here's a piece I wrote about Sandra: www.cbc.ca/sportslongfo...
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Let's make this into a teachable moment for any budding science communicators. I think I'll use it in the courses on scicomm I teach to scientists. Here is the bluesky post. As you can see, it has gone viral in the 24 hours since it's been posted.
February 25, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Let's make this into a teachable moment for any budding science communicators. I think I'll use it in the courses on scicomm I teach to scientists. Here is the bluesky post. As you can see, it has gone viral in the 24 hours since it's been posted.
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The CFL’s freaky February - Adamsonmedia.com
Things got wild 30 years ago today.
adamsonmedia.com
February 16, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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On this day in 1937, the legendary Angelo “King Kong” Mosca was born.
Mosca passed away in 2021 at the age of 84, leaving behind a lasting legacy in both football and wrestling.
#prowrestling #CFL #wrestling #WrestlingHistory #wrestler #WWE
Mosca passed away in 2021 at the age of 84, leaving behind a lasting legacy in both football and wrestling.
#prowrestling #CFL #wrestling #WrestlingHistory #wrestler #WWE
February 13, 2025 at 12:27 PM
On this day in 1937, the legendary Angelo “King Kong” Mosca was born.
Mosca passed away in 2021 at the age of 84, leaving behind a lasting legacy in both football and wrestling.
#prowrestling #CFL #wrestling #WrestlingHistory #wrestler #WWE
Mosca passed away in 2021 at the age of 84, leaving behind a lasting legacy in both football and wrestling.
#prowrestling #CFL #wrestling #WrestlingHistory #wrestler #WWE
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Canadian man tempted to support annexation just to watch Americans try to deal with Quebec
Canadian man tempted to support annexation just to watch Americans try to deal with Quebec
OTTAWA – Local man Matthew Kearns has admitted that, despite despising Trump and wanting Canada to remain independent, it would almost be worth becoming the 51st state just to watch American politicia...
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February 10, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Canadian man tempted to support annexation just to watch Americans try to deal with Quebec
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The Tragically Hip x Terry Fox - Courage
YouTube video by The Tragically Hip
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February 5, 2025 at 7:55 PM
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No they don’t. Canada and Mexico want none of this. They want the president of the United States to respect and abide by the trade treaty he negotiated with them - and not make up bogus pretexts for plunging us all into a gratuitous no win economic debacle.
February 2, 2025 at 6:44 PM
No they don’t. Canada and Mexico want none of this. They want the president of the United States to respect and abide by the trade treaty he negotiated with them - and not make up bogus pretexts for plunging us all into a gratuitous no win economic debacle.
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HISTORY: Wilfrid Laurier's Taylor Elgersma becomes the first Canadian university QB ever to accept an invite to the Senior Bowl.
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#Laurier #GoldenHawks #SoarAbove #OUA #USports #TheDraftStartsInMOBILE™️ #SeniorBowl #NFL #NFLDraft
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#Laurier #GoldenHawks #SoarAbove #OUA #USports #TheDraftStartsInMOBILE™️ #SeniorBowl #NFL #NFLDraft
January 23, 2025 at 1:31 AM
HISTORY: Wilfrid Laurier's Taylor Elgersma becomes the first Canadian university QB ever to accept an invite to the Senior Bowl.
3downnation.com/2025/01/22/c...
#Laurier #GoldenHawks #SoarAbove #OUA #USports #TheDraftStartsInMOBILE™️ #SeniorBowl #NFL #NFLDraft
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#Laurier #GoldenHawks #SoarAbove #OUA #USports #TheDraftStartsInMOBILE™️ #SeniorBowl #NFL #NFLDraft
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Bob Uecker's appearances on Johnny Carson were unbelievable. His comic timing and deadpan sense of humor -- just fantastic. He doesn't break character.
This is from 1971.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JXq...
This is from 1971.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JXq...
Bob Uecker Tonight Show - 1971
YouTube video by 24 TV
www.youtube.com
January 16, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Bob Uecker's appearances on Johnny Carson were unbelievable. His comic timing and deadpan sense of humor -- just fantastic. He doesn't break character.
This is from 1971.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JXq...
This is from 1971.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JXq...
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It has been a, uh, difficult week but I have not laughed louder and harder at something in a very long time than at this.
December 15, 2024 at 11:58 PM
It has been a, uh, difficult week but I have not laughed louder and harder at something in a very long time than at this.
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watching German ice football highlights, I’ve never felt more alive
December 12, 2024 at 2:01 PM
watching German ice football highlights, I’ve never felt more alive
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Two-time Grey Cup winner Maven Maurer embracing life as first openly transgender pro football player
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#CFL #BCLions #RoarLikeNeverBefore #Riders #RiderNation #RNation #Redblacks #GoElks #OurTeamOurCity #LGBTQsports #CourageIsContagious
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#CFL #BCLions #RoarLikeNeverBefore #Riders #RiderNation #RNation #Redblacks #GoElks #OurTeamOurCity #LGBTQsports #CourageIsContagious
December 8, 2024 at 5:22 PM
Two-time Grey Cup winner Maven Maurer embracing life as first openly transgender pro football player
3downnation.com/2024/12/08/t...
#CFL #BCLions #RoarLikeNeverBefore #Riders #RiderNation #RNation #Redblacks #GoElks #OurTeamOurCity #LGBTQsports #CourageIsContagious
3downnation.com/2024/12/08/t...
#CFL #BCLions #RoarLikeNeverBefore #Riders #RiderNation #RNation #Redblacks #GoElks #OurTeamOurCity #LGBTQsports #CourageIsContagious
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How fun! Here's my first car... a '85 Caprice Classic. If you ever wanted proof that I'm a small town kid, here it is
-Yes, it is spray painted (I did it)
-You may also notice the wooden spoiler (a bench that I attached to the trunk)
-note that the antenna was solely decorative
Loved that car
-Yes, it is spray painted (I did it)
-You may also notice the wooden spoiler (a bench that I attached to the trunk)
-note that the antenna was solely decorative
Loved that car
December 3, 2024 at 12:02 PM
How fun! Here's my first car... a '85 Caprice Classic. If you ever wanted proof that I'm a small town kid, here it is
-Yes, it is spray painted (I did it)
-You may also notice the wooden spoiler (a bench that I attached to the trunk)
-note that the antenna was solely decorative
Loved that car
-Yes, it is spray painted (I did it)
-You may also notice the wooden spoiler (a bench that I attached to the trunk)
-note that the antenna was solely decorative
Loved that car