Chelsea Stark
@chelseabot.bsky.social
Polygon forever, but not any more; instructor: nyu j-school; other duties not specified
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Alright Dave Portnoy and Bill Ackman time to leave New York City and never return like you promised
November 5, 2025 at 2:50 AM
Alright Dave Portnoy and Bill Ackman time to leave New York City and never return like you promised
For some additional vibes on Nexstar's local TV station network, I worked for a local TV station Nexstar took over managing in 2009. When they did, their health plans no longer covered birth control pills.
September 19, 2025 at 2:09 PM
For some additional vibes on Nexstar's local TV station network, I worked for a local TV station Nexstar took over managing in 2009. When they did, their health plans no longer covered birth control pills.
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This story is a year old and very important. As someone who knows jack shit about right wing references and ideology but knows plenty about gaming culture, Helldivers was specifically attracting fascist freaks even though the devs went to great lengths to explain the concept of satire.
For some Helldivers 2 players, the fascist role-play has gone too far
‘They talk like we’re actually soldiers’
www.polygon.com
September 12, 2025 at 6:51 PM
This story is a year old and very important. As someone who knows jack shit about right wing references and ideology but knows plenty about gaming culture, Helldivers was specifically attracting fascist freaks even though the devs went to great lengths to explain the concept of satire.
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the shooter was an online gamer. it's important for newsrooms to understand video games more than ever. that's where i step in. so umamusume: pretty derby (ウマ娘 プリティーダービー) is a gacha horse racing simulator based on real life japanese race horses. in the world of umamusume, anime girls replace horses,
September 12, 2025 at 5:09 PM
the shooter was an online gamer. it's important for newsrooms to understand video games more than ever. that's where i step in. so umamusume: pretty derby (ウマ娘 プリティーダービー) is a gacha horse racing simulator based on real life japanese race horses. in the world of umamusume, anime girls replace horses,
I think people need to mention this part, when talking about how culture desk work is dangerous. Rarely do news organizations understand when threats are real and how to respond.
They do, and they need to stand up for them when the bad faith shit hits. To be real, I got pushed out in a true targeted avalanche from the richest guy in the world and hoards of his minions, so management didn't know how to respond. But Round 2 can and should be different. But I ain't going back.
September 12, 2025 at 5:02 PM
I think people need to mention this part, when talking about how culture desk work is dangerous. Rarely do news organizations understand when threats are real and how to respond.
As reporters wrestle how to cover another deeply online shooting suspect, I'm trying to imagine a scenario 30 years ago where shell casings had sports or music references instead of gaming ones. We continue to shout that gaming IS youth culture, but newsrooms can't speak about (or to) youth culture.
September 12, 2025 at 4:57 PM
As reporters wrestle how to cover another deeply online shooting suspect, I'm trying to imagine a scenario 30 years ago where shell casings had sports or music references instead of gaming ones. We continue to shout that gaming IS youth culture, but newsrooms can't speak about (or to) youth culture.
it’s been two months since i got laid off. In case you were wondering how it’s going, i’ve reached the “making pickles” stage of my unemployment journey, Send me your homemade pickle advice!
July 2, 2025 at 10:33 PM
it’s been two months since i got laid off. In case you were wondering how it’s going, i’ve reached the “making pickles” stage of my unemployment journey, Send me your homemade pickle advice!
for anyone in NYC looking: I was able to buy a Switch 2 at the best buy in atlantic terminal about 45 minutes ago. They said they had “plenty”.
June 5, 2025 at 4:25 PM
for anyone in NYC looking: I was able to buy a Switch 2 at the best buy in atlantic terminal about 45 minutes ago. They said they had “plenty”.
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14 years ago I pitched what would become Polygon to a startup called Sports Blogs Inc on the unfurnished third floor of a DC townhome. I held a laptop on my knees and went through a deck.
Today that same company -- now called Vox Media -- sold Polygon to Valnet.
Today that same company -- now called Vox Media -- sold Polygon to Valnet.
May 1, 2025 at 8:45 PM
14 years ago I pitched what would become Polygon to a startup called Sports Blogs Inc on the unfurnished third floor of a DC townhome. I held a laptop on my knees and went through a deck.
Today that same company -- now called Vox Media -- sold Polygon to Valnet.
Today that same company -- now called Vox Media -- sold Polygon to Valnet.
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here's that Starter Pack of Polygon people you were looking for bsky.app/starter-pack...
November 18, 2024 at 6:42 PM
here's that Starter Pack of Polygon people you were looking for bsky.app/starter-pack...
I'm still in shock and so so deeply angry about Vox Media's decision to sell Polygon. I am one of the over 20 people laid off today from the best damn website out there. I'm so proud of the place we built, and the workplace I helped shape. I'm sure I'll have more to say soon, but processing it now
May 1, 2025 at 8:18 PM
I'm still in shock and so so deeply angry about Vox Media's decision to sell Polygon. I am one of the over 20 people laid off today from the best damn website out there. I'm so proud of the place we built, and the workplace I helped shape. I'm sure I'll have more to say soon, but processing it now
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Snoop and Tom Brady: say no to hate
Kendrick: actually
Kendrick: actually
February 10, 2025 at 1:51 AM
Snoop and Tom Brady: say no to hate
Kendrick: actually
Kendrick: actually
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"[Brendan] Carr, who was appointed by President Trump, said the investigation would focus on the stations’ practice of airing sponsorships." 🤔
F.C.C. Chair Orders Investigation Into NPR and PBS Stations
Brendan Carr, the chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, recently expressed concern about NPR and PBS’s sponsorships.
www.nytimes.com
January 30, 2025 at 7:06 PM
"[Brendan] Carr, who was appointed by President Trump, said the investigation would focus on the stations’ practice of airing sponsorships." 🤔
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My last story for @polygon.com
I'm so grateful to @charliehall.bsky.social for giving me the space to write about indie TTRPGs, about things that matter, about tariffs and censorship and platform migration.
And with my final act, I used that platform to do some good.
I'm so grateful to @charliehall.bsky.social for giving me the space to write about indie TTRPGs, about things that matter, about tariffs and censorship and platform migration.
And with my final act, I used that platform to do some good.
This $10 game bundle is a great deal to support the trans community
Get 75 games for $10 to support the Trans Empowerment Project
This deal is as good as it will make you feel
buff.ly
January 24, 2025 at 10:43 PM
My last story for @polygon.com
I'm so grateful to @charliehall.bsky.social for giving me the space to write about indie TTRPGs, about things that matter, about tariffs and censorship and platform migration.
And with my final act, I used that platform to do some good.
I'm so grateful to @charliehall.bsky.social for giving me the space to write about indie TTRPGs, about things that matter, about tariffs and censorship and platform migration.
And with my final act, I used that platform to do some good.
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My latest project is live: Culture Shock. 14-ish stories running this week about localization and cultural differences in media. Articles today by @duncanfyfe.net, Gab Hernandez, @plante.bsky.social, and I. Art by @davidhellman.bsky.social. www.polygon.com/special-issu...
Culture Shock
We explore some of the many ways media changes when released in different territories
www.polygon.com
January 13, 2025 at 3:09 PM
My latest project is live: Culture Shock. 14-ish stories running this week about localization and cultural differences in media. Articles today by @duncanfyfe.net, Gab Hernandez, @plante.bsky.social, and I. Art by @davidhellman.bsky.social. www.polygon.com/special-issu...
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How long until gaming companies start rolling back these sorts of important programs? Maybe it’s already happening? If you know something or have thoughts, let’s talk for a potential story. I’m on Signal at nicolecarpenter.87 and email at nicole@polygon.com.
EXCLUSIVE: Meta is cutting major DEI programs, effective immediately — including for hiring, training and picking suppliers.
Scoop: Meta rolls back DEI programs in latest bow to Trump
The company cut its DEI programs as it pushes to make inroads with the Trump administration days after it ended its fact-checking programs.
www.axios.com
January 10, 2025 at 7:17 PM
How long until gaming companies start rolling back these sorts of important programs? Maybe it’s already happening? If you know something or have thoughts, let’s talk for a potential story. I’m on Signal at nicolecarpenter.87 and email at nicole@polygon.com.
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You will see many important ways to help and donate to the people of Los Angeles. Here's one I don't want overlooked.
LA's Fire Department
I'm the child of a firefighter and I've seen the immediate danger and long-term trauma of tragic events. Consider giving to LAFD Foundation
supportlafd.org
LA's Fire Department
I'm the child of a firefighter and I've seen the immediate danger and long-term trauma of tragic events. Consider giving to LAFD Foundation
supportlafd.org
Home : Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation
supportlafd.org
January 9, 2025 at 1:25 AM
You will see many important ways to help and donate to the people of Los Angeles. Here's one I don't want overlooked.
LA's Fire Department
I'm the child of a firefighter and I've seen the immediate danger and long-term trauma of tragic events. Consider giving to LAFD Foundation
supportlafd.org
LA's Fire Department
I'm the child of a firefighter and I've seen the immediate danger and long-term trauma of tragic events. Consider giving to LAFD Foundation
supportlafd.org
Does anyone know NBC's updates policy? because the Among Us piece got a significant correction and context boost without any kind of Update/Correction note to the reader.
December 10, 2024 at 11:23 PM
Does anyone know NBC's updates policy? because the Among Us piece got a significant correction and context boost without any kind of Update/Correction note to the reader.
These hobbies are as common as they come these days, especially for a 26-year-old. Good stuff on Polygon today. 👀
www.polygon.com/analysis/493...
www.polygon.com/analysis/493...
We found everything we could about Luigi Mangione’s gaming history — and it doesn’t say much about him
A look into the suspect’s gaming history
www.polygon.com
December 10, 2024 at 8:17 PM
These hobbies are as common as they come these days, especially for a 26-year-old. Good stuff on Polygon today. 👀
www.polygon.com/analysis/493...
www.polygon.com/analysis/493...
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I get a lot of emails from people asking if they can pay us to get rid of the chumboxes and bad ads on the site. It took some doing…. but now you can! And if you sign up for a yearly subscription to The Verge, we’ll send you our latest print magazine: CONTENT GOBLINS www.theverge.com/2024/12/3/24...
December 3, 2024 at 4:36 PM
I get a lot of emails from people asking if they can pay us to get rid of the chumboxes and bad ads on the site. It took some doing…. but now you can! And if you sign up for a yearly subscription to The Verge, we’ll send you our latest print magazine: CONTENT GOBLINS www.theverge.com/2024/12/3/24...
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Starting next week, I'm joining the wonderful crew at @polygon.com as a games writer!!
It still doesn't quite feel real, but I'm excited to dust off the consoles and write about all kinds of cool and weird stuff. (And I've heard video games is two words over there!🙏)
It still doesn't quite feel real, but I'm excited to dust off the consoles and write about all kinds of cool and weird stuff. (And I've heard video games is two words over there!🙏)
December 2, 2024 at 9:22 PM
Starting next week, I'm joining the wonderful crew at @polygon.com as a games writer!!
It still doesn't quite feel real, but I'm excited to dust off the consoles and write about all kinds of cool and weird stuff. (And I've heard video games is two words over there!🙏)
It still doesn't quite feel real, but I'm excited to dust off the consoles and write about all kinds of cool and weird stuff. (And I've heard video games is two words over there!🙏)
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I played an amazing game this year that, at least according to the folks who made it, no one has played www.polygon.com/gaming/47511...
Don’t let Arco be the most overlooked game of the year
A breathtaking revenge saga told as a pixel RPG
www.polygon.com
November 19, 2024 at 2:11 PM
I played an amazing game this year that, at least according to the folks who made it, no one has played www.polygon.com/gaming/47511...
I need British assistance. I was gifted this from friends who just went to London. Can someone tell me what I’m in for? What does one do with “mince pie liqueur”?
November 18, 2024 at 3:22 PM
I need British assistance. I was gifted this from friends who just went to London. Can someone tell me what I’m in for? What does one do with “mince pie liqueur”?
I have literally forgotten how to post
November 15, 2024 at 9:57 PM
I have literally forgotten how to post
for the first post, please enjoy pepper and rosie being totally embarrassing
June 28, 2023 at 3:22 AM
for the first post, please enjoy pepper and rosie being totally embarrassing