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I don't think I'm that different from the rest of you- I live, I laugh, I love.....
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russincheshire.bsky.social
Perfect
January 10, 2026 at 2:33 PM
elmarko.bsky.social
@chrishewitt.bsky.social
Quiz show to film, (The) Cube. Phil Schofield decapitates contestants with a barely visible wire...
January 9, 2026 at 11:45 PM
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readfulthings.com
Here's this [REDACTED] piece I [REDACTED]
December 21, 2025 at 4:56 PM
elmarko.bsky.social
Here you go America, something we could all happily call tRUMP MOUNTAIN

www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Mountain of waste dumped in Oxfordshire field contains rubbish from councils
Evidence of waste from primary schools and local authorities in south-east England points to possible large-scale corruption, expert says
www.theguardian.com
December 19, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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robinince.bsky.social
Very sad that I felt I had no choice but to resign from The Infinite Monkey Cage - a victory for the transphobes and other bigots - I did it because so much of the media has chosen to believe the kind and empathetic people are a fiction - they are real and so often unrepresented.
This is the saddest day of my professional life. Today is not only the final recording of the latest series of The Infinite Monkey Cage, it is my last ever Monkey Cage. I never thought that I would have to leave the show. I always imagined going on until | dropped dead under the studio lights due to a brain aneurysm caused by my final attempt to understand notions of quantum gravity or the shock of being told about fly maggot infestations in the sacks of macaque monkeys. I resigned in September, after sixteen years of dedication to the show, A show that I named and helped develop over all those years. Unfortunately, my opinions outside the BBC have been considered problematic for sometime, whether it has been voicing support for the trans community, criticism of Donald Trump, numerous other outlandish opinions, including once gently criticising Stephen Fry. These things were considered to conflict with being a freelance BBC science presenter In a recent meeting where BBC Studio executives again voiced problems with me, I realised my choices. Obedience and being quieter to remain making Monkey Cage, or 'Resign and have the freedom to speak out against what I believe are injustices'. • I chose the latter. It broke my heart. I love this show and I love the audience, and it is because of the audience in particular, that this decision was so difficult to make. I kept thinking about all the extremist voices promoting hate and division. They are being given so many platforms, while voices that represent kindness, open mindedness, empathy seem to be scarcer and scarcer. I felt I couldn't pamper myself with the luxury of silence. One of my many privileges is that I am able to resign and I can speak out even if it is to the detriment of my career. I have thought a lot about my heroes, Sinead O Connor, James Baldwin, Audre Lorde, and so many more. I think of Sinead's words, "the job of an artist is to be themselves at any cost". James Baldwin said prejudice was really just a word for cowardice. Audre Lorde, viewing her life, wrote that her only regrets were her silences. I think of my father as I resign, he brought me up to believe in fairness , justice and kindness. Though my heart is broken, it is also full of fire. I apologise to our incredible listeners for my departure, your love of the show means a great deal. I am so sorry to let you down. I hope that you can understand my reasoning. I have to accept that I am not what the current BBC expects of their freelance presenters. Despite this I should add that I have always worked far more than my contracted hours to try and ensure the show was always the best it could be, as well as making myself accessible and responsive to the audience wherever and whenever I met them. Every night, we have recorded, I have been filled with determination to make the best show possible. This was not "just a job" I hope that with my departure I can be a better ally to the LGBTQ community, to the neurodivergent community, to activists fighting against those who aim to brutalise society, to those currently in prison on hunger strike, and to all those who fight for a more inclusive world. From many conversations, I know there are many Monkey Cage listeners who support these communities and activists too. The strawberry is dead. Long live the strawberry. B
December 13, 2025 at 12:02 AM
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russincheshire.bsky.social
I've never felt more ashamed of being a Labour supporter. Not even during Iraq, where at least we had cabinet members resigning in disgust. Now: just jostling for position.

If I wasn't already turning my back on the party I've backed my whole life, I would be now.

#ImmigrantsWelcome
#NotInMyName
tonyvaughanmp.bsky.social Tony Vaughan KC MP @tonyvaughanmp.bsky.social · Nov 16
The Prime Minister said in September that we are at a fork in the road. These asylum proposals suggest we have taken the wrong turning.

The idea that recognised refugees need to be deported is wrong.

www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
Asylum system in UK ‘out of control’ and dividing country, home secretary says
Shabana Mahmood to unveil new proposals modelled on Denmark’s controversial system
www.theguardian.com
November 17, 2025 at 12:13 AM
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coldwarsteve.bsky.social
November 12, 2025 at 10:56 PM
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coldwarsteve.bsky.social
Even I thought this was one of mine!
lincolnproject.us The Lincoln Project @lincolnproject.us · Nov 6
This picture is worth 1,000 words.
November 6, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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scottjohnson.zip
One thing I’m certain about: Those Epstein files must be REALLY bad based on how hard they’re trying to not release them.
September 26, 2025 at 3:02 AM
elmarko.bsky.social
We need more anarchists
September 19, 2025 at 12:52 PM
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andrewpope.bsky.social
Cover reveal for the IN THE MOUTH OF MADNESS 4K UHD disc from Arrow… Lovecraftian excellence.

forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.p...
JOHN CARPENTER'S n tHE MOLITH IF MADnEsS 4K ULTRAHD TURES HDR HIGH DYNAMIC RANGE FOR BRIGHTER, DEEPER, MORE LIFELIKE COLORS
July 24, 2025 at 8:08 AM
elmarko.bsky.social
@scarredforlife.bsky.social Hey guys, just catching up with the festive episode. Did you know the 2000ad story Shok! was the inspiration for Richard Stanley's epic cyberpunk movie Hardware (MARK 13)? It's just been remastered in glorious 4k too!
April 15, 2025 at 4:08 PM
elmarko.bsky.social
@gillrockatansky.bsky.social oi, you massive lovely bastard. I was just listening to Chris DeBurgh and you popped into my head- I bet you can't guess the song! So I Googled to see if you're still alive. And apparently you are.
April 4, 2025 at 8:13 PM
elmarko.bsky.social
With this and The Brood, there goes another £80. You bastards 🤣...
secondsightfilms.bsky.social Second Sight @secondsightfilms.bsky.social · Jan 10
SCANNERS: LIMITED EDITION 4K UHD/Blu-ray released Mar 31st, pre-order available now! Featuring new D​olby Vision grade, cast & crew interviews, audio commentaries and more! Includes 120-page book and art cards! Standard Edition also available. bit.ly/ScannersLtdEd #PhysicalMedia #Horror #FilmSky
January 10, 2025 at 6:18 PM
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petergeoghegan.bsky.social
This is both hilarious and shows how Britain's libel laws are abused to silence (a free speech issue if ever there was one)

Also shows how dark money works: Truss's evidence is apparently a report written by Andrew Lilico... from the Institute of Economic Affairs
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Liz Truss sends legal letter ordering Starmer to stop saying she crashed economy
‘Cease and desist’ letter accuses PM of harming her reputation and contributing to her losing her seat
www.theguardian.com
January 9, 2025 at 12:13 PM
elmarko.bsky.social
So sad their wrapping up, my watchlist is still about 3yrs long....
danmartin.bsky.social 13FingerFX @danmartin.bsky.social · Jan 6
It’s here!

The last ever episode of the Arrow Video Podcast with Sam and Dan.

podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/a...

Clearly, I think you’ll agree, our most professional episode to date.
January 10, 2025 at 5:07 PM