Danny De Maio (he/him)
@gator-the-elder.bsky.social
Writer-in-residence at Hell’s threshold. Opinions are my own and do not reflect those of my evil twin.
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We are witnessing the reemergence of McCarthyism, both the Joseph “Red Scare” version & the Cormac “there is no justice in this morally bankrupt wasteland” version.
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America has 925 billionaires as of this year. Collectively they have a record $6.9 trillion in wealth.
The bottom 50% of Americans control $4.2 trillion in wealth.
When 925 people control more wealth than half a country’s population, we have a very serious problem.
The bottom 50% of Americans control $4.2 trillion in wealth.
When 925 people control more wealth than half a country’s population, we have a very serious problem.
December 26, 2025 at 5:00 PM
America has 925 billionaires as of this year. Collectively they have a record $6.9 trillion in wealth.
The bottom 50% of Americans control $4.2 trillion in wealth.
When 925 people control more wealth than half a country’s population, we have a very serious problem.
The bottom 50% of Americans control $4.2 trillion in wealth.
When 925 people control more wealth than half a country’s population, we have a very serious problem.
“Always bring a dinosaur with you.” - my 6 y.o. niece on how to do the holidays with family
December 25, 2025 at 8:38 PM
“Always bring a dinosaur with you.” - my 6 y.o. niece on how to do the holidays with family
This government‘s handling of the Epstein files reminds me of the diner scene in ZODIAC. “Just because you can’t prove it doesn’t mean it’s not true.”
December 21, 2025 at 12:44 AM
This government‘s handling of the Epstein files reminds me of the diner scene in ZODIAC. “Just because you can’t prove it doesn’t mean it’s not true.”
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Having a cat is so cool. There is a little creature in my bed who loves me and vibrates like a tiny motorcycle and is so fuzzy and wants to snuggle. How could I want anything else
December 20, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Having a cat is so cool. There is a little creature in my bed who loves me and vibrates like a tiny motorcycle and is so fuzzy and wants to snuggle. How could I want anything else
So perfect that Hayley Williams is the most truly punk and celebrated musician of the early aughts scene after years of fighting sexism in that scene. In another year of madness, this is something to applaud.
December 17, 2025 at 1:13 PM
So perfect that Hayley Williams is the most truly punk and celebrated musician of the early aughts scene after years of fighting sexism in that scene. In another year of madness, this is something to applaud.
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The war Trump is setting up against Venezuela looks a lot like Putin’s war on Ukraine:
/ Completely avoidable
/ Based on lies that no one believes
/ Defiant of international law
/ Basically an armed robbery
/ Completely avoidable
/ Based on lies that no one believes
/ Defiant of international law
/ Basically an armed robbery
Trump: "Venezuela is completely surrounded by the largest Armada ever assembled ... It will only get bigger, and the shock to them will be like nothing they have ever seen before — Until such time as they return to the USA all of the Oil, Land, and other Assets that they previously stole from us."
December 17, 2025 at 12:38 AM
The war Trump is setting up against Venezuela looks a lot like Putin’s war on Ukraine:
/ Completely avoidable
/ Based on lies that no one believes
/ Defiant of international law
/ Basically an armed robbery
/ Completely avoidable
/ Based on lies that no one believes
/ Defiant of international law
/ Basically an armed robbery
Completely fucking unhinged. The equivalent of “Starting today, everyone has to marry a pelican.” @pattonoswalt.bsky.social
December 17, 2025 at 11:51 AM
Completely fucking unhinged. The equivalent of “Starting today, everyone has to marry a pelican.” @pattonoswalt.bsky.social
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I live for the moments on Tom Waits albums where it feels like he has stumbled to the piano right before midnight just to send us home with something good.
December 13, 2025 at 11:51 PM
I live for the moments on Tom Waits albums where it feels like he has stumbled to the piano right before midnight just to send us home with something good.
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Beck's MIDNITE VULTURES is a tremendous holiday-season record, and I need you to just trust me on this, because I know it doesn't seem like it from a content level but the bright shiny production is the sonic equivalent of cold nights and Christmas lights.
December 12, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Beck's MIDNITE VULTURES is a tremendous holiday-season record, and I need you to just trust me on this, because I know it doesn't seem like it from a content level but the bright shiny production is the sonic equivalent of cold nights and Christmas lights.
Jim Adkins is a stupid-underrated guitarist. Complete filth on six strings.
December 12, 2025 at 8:34 PM
Jim Adkins is a stupid-underrated guitarist. Complete filth on six strings.
Goddamn, Jesse Waters and his fellow goon squad will literally say anything to appease their President Jesus.
South America has "America" in it, so it still counts as America First, right?
December 12, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Goddamn, Jesse Waters and his fellow goon squad will literally say anything to appease their President Jesus.
RIP Rogue Brewing. This world did not deserve you.
December 11, 2025 at 1:27 PM
RIP Rogue Brewing. This world did not deserve you.
Even 20+ years later, I really don’t think many of you understand how fucking hard “Bleed American” goes.
December 9, 2025 at 11:39 PM
Even 20+ years later, I really don’t think many of you understand how fucking hard “Bleed American” goes.
This new PLOSIVS album absolutely rips. Best Reis project since the AUDIT IN PROGRESS.
December 9, 2025 at 7:28 PM
This new PLOSIVS album absolutely rips. Best Reis project since the AUDIT IN PROGRESS.
What is the worst streaming service and why is it Paramount+?
December 9, 2025 at 3:39 AM
What is the worst streaming service and why is it Paramount+?
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Adorn your tree in shredded Epstein documents that you shouldn't try piecing together
December 8, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Adorn your tree in shredded Epstein documents that you shouldn't try piecing together
Finally watched WHIPLASH this weekend and holy shit why did I wait so long to watch WHIPLASH?
December 8, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Finally watched WHIPLASH this weekend and holy shit why did I wait so long to watch WHIPLASH?
Kind of forgot how great DeLillo is. It had been a minute since I’d read anything from him, but FALLING MAN is knocking me out.
December 3, 2025 at 1:47 PM
Kind of forgot how great DeLillo is. It had been a minute since I’d read anything from him, but FALLING MAN is knocking me out.
The internet is once again undefeated.
December 1, 2025 at 4:12 PM
The internet is once again undefeated.
Nothing against Lane Kiffin at all, but LSU did not learn from their Brian Kelly mistake. Insanity.
November 30, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Nothing against Lane Kiffin at all, but LSU did not learn from their Brian Kelly mistake. Insanity.
All these years later, the “Starvin’ Marvin” scene in Rob Zombie’s HALLOWEEN is still excruciating to even think about.
November 29, 2025 at 12:14 AM
All these years later, the “Starvin’ Marvin” scene in Rob Zombie’s HALLOWEEN is still excruciating to even think about.
Really wish Adam Goldberg were acting more these days. Singular actor with incredible range.
November 28, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Really wish Adam Goldberg were acting more these days. Singular actor with incredible range.
If you’re looking for a great podcast rec, might I suggest The Tape Library. I listen to a good many paranormal/spooky podcasts, and this one is one of my new favorites.
November 26, 2025 at 1:28 AM
If you’re looking for a great podcast rec, might I suggest The Tape Library. I listen to a good many paranormal/spooky podcasts, and this one is one of my new favorites.
Pete Hegseth is the quarterback that berates his teammates for lack of talent, pats himself on the back for it, and immediately gets sacked. And then of course blames everyone else. What an absolute twerp.
November 25, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Pete Hegseth is the quarterback that berates his teammates for lack of talent, pats himself on the back for it, and immediately gets sacked. And then of course blames everyone else. What an absolute twerp.