Martin J Roberts
@lordfroggy.bsky.social
Former Jack of all trades, Master of none. Past victories include a handful of short stories punished and a runner up BBC award nominee (short film) @ the 17th Birmingham International Film and Television Festival. 78 rpm slowed to 33.3 by Fibromyalgia.
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"Imagine you stole all of the intellectual property in the world. And you're using it to help people write middling emails and make revenge porn about women, and also children. And you're powering this plagiarism and non-consensual porn machine by eating up what's left of humanity's carbon budget."
How to explain AI to your family this holiday season | CNN Business
Politics, football and movies are among the many topics that tend to come up around Thanksgiving. In 2025, a new question may arise at the table: Why the heck is everyone talking about AI, and what sh...
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November 27, 2025 at 4:04 AM
"Imagine you stole all of the intellectual property in the world. And you're using it to help people write middling emails and make revenge porn about women, and also children. And you're powering this plagiarism and non-consensual porn machine by eating up what's left of humanity's carbon budget."
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Composer BC Smith and I have a band called A Demon In Fun City. I'm posting a link to what I think is one of our best songs because I realized that we finished it three years ago today.
ademoninfuncity.bandcamp.com/track/badlan...
ademoninfuncity.bandcamp.com/track/badlan...
Badlands Neurology, by A Demon In Fun City
from the album Welcome to Fun City
ademoninfuncity.bandcamp.com
November 27, 2025 at 3:28 AM
Composer BC Smith and I have a band called A Demon In Fun City. I'm posting a link to what I think is one of our best songs because I realized that we finished it three years ago today.
ademoninfuncity.bandcamp.com/track/badlan...
ademoninfuncity.bandcamp.com/track/badlan...
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Did you know? We're reissuing NYT-bestselling author @timlebbon.bsky.social's TALES OF NOREELA series. Four novels. Dark (DARK!) fantasy. We'll be announcing the cover artist for this series soon. Preorder the set now. Use code BADFRIDAY25 to get 30% off.
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November 26, 2025 at 11:47 PM
Did you know? We're reissuing NYT-bestselling author @timlebbon.bsky.social's TALES OF NOREELA series. Four novels. Dark (DARK!) fantasy. We'll be announcing the cover artist for this series soon. Preorder the set now. Use code BADFRIDAY25 to get 30% off.
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If you receive legal threats from Nigel Farage for your reporting of Reform, please get in touch.
We have employed a defamation lawyer specifically for this purpose and would love to help (and we do so on non-commercial terms). www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
We have employed a defamation lawyer specifically for this purpose and would love to help (and we do so on non-commercial terms). www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Reform’s ‘Trumpian’ legal threats hint at more aggressive approach to media
Ultimatums sent to publications appear to intensify as Nigel Farage’s party rises in polls
www.theguardian.com
November 25, 2025 at 8:29 AM
If you receive legal threats from Nigel Farage for your reporting of Reform, please get in touch.
We have employed a defamation lawyer specifically for this purpose and would love to help (and we do so on non-commercial terms). www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
We have employed a defamation lawyer specifically for this purpose and would love to help (and we do so on non-commercial terms). www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
I’d better get around to reading the book, it’s obviously been on my shelf for far too long now.
SHE RIDES SHOTGUN is available to stream in the UK and Europe from TODAY on @primevideo - So pleased you all finally get a chance to see it. Score by me
watch.amazon.co.uk/detail?gti=a...
watch.amazon.co.uk/detail?gti=a...
Watch She Rides Shotgun | Prime Video
After years in prison, Nate (Egerton) has made some dangerous enemies, including the powerful criminal gang he worked for on the inside. Desperate for a fresh start, Nate cuts ties with his old crew o...
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November 26, 2025 at 2:04 PM
I’d better get around to reading the book, it’s obviously been on my shelf for far too long now.
Tell Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg: Resign NOW. action.eko.org/a/mark-zucke...
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November 26, 2025 at 8:26 AM
Tell Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg: Resign NOW. action.eko.org/a/mark-zucke...
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When the media and government move to demonise a minority it’s always noticeable how that minority gets denied the concept of including children or minors, as she was 17 at the time.
Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan has been cleared of harassing a transgender activist, but was found guilty of criminal damage to her mobile phone.
Father Ted’s Graham Linehan cleared of transphobic harassment
www.independent.co.uk
November 25, 2025 at 11:26 AM
When the media and government move to demonise a minority it’s always noticeable how that minority gets denied the concept of including children or minors, as she was 17 at the time.
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As usual, property is placed in a pedestal over people.
Some man-bear-pig like Lineham harassing a then 17 year old trans minor is perfectly fine and acceptable, but god forbid you do any property damage!
Some man-bear-pig like Lineham harassing a then 17 year old trans minor is perfectly fine and acceptable, but god forbid you do any property damage!
Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan has been cleared of harassing a transgender activist, but was found guilty of criminal damage to her mobile phone.
Father Ted’s Graham Linehan cleared of transphobic harassment
www.independent.co.uk
November 25, 2025 at 11:23 AM
As usual, property is placed in a pedestal over people.
Some man-bear-pig like Lineham harassing a then 17 year old trans minor is perfectly fine and acceptable, but god forbid you do any property damage!
Some man-bear-pig like Lineham harassing a then 17 year old trans minor is perfectly fine and acceptable, but god forbid you do any property damage!
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Are the press going to run front pages and news items for months to ensure this man never reaches high office or is that only for Jeremy Corbyn ?
How else is racism delivered than in "a hurtful or insulting way”?
So reassuring to see again how how easy it is for racists to forget their funny bantz from decades ago and dress it yup as schoolboy japes. Not so easy for those who suffer it
This timeline too:
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
So reassuring to see again how how easy it is for racists to forget their funny bantz from decades ago and dress it yup as schoolboy japes. Not so easy for those who suffer it
This timeline too:
www.theguardian.com/politics/202...
Nigel Farage’s shifting answers on school-days racism claims – a timeline
Reform UK leader’s responses to allegations of racist and antisemitic behaviour at Dulwich college have varied over time
www.theguardian.com
November 25, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Are the press going to run front pages and news items for months to ensure this man never reaches high office or is that only for Jeremy Corbyn ?
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I wish I didn’t have to share this. But the BBC has decided to censor my first Reith Lecture.
They deleted the line in which I describe Donald Trump as “the most openly corrupt president in American history.” /1
They deleted the line in which I describe Donald Trump as “the most openly corrupt president in American history.” /1
November 25, 2025 at 9:26 AM
I wish I didn’t have to share this. But the BBC has decided to censor my first Reith Lecture.
They deleted the line in which I describe Donald Trump as “the most openly corrupt president in American history.” /1
They deleted the line in which I describe Donald Trump as “the most openly corrupt president in American history.” /1
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... and we're off! Cannot wait to work Scarlett on this. She is going to be amazing. deadline.com/2025/11/scar...
Scarlett Johansson To Star In New ‘Exorcist’ Movie From Blumhouse-Atomic Monster, Morgan Creek And Universal
Scarlett Johansson is set to star in the new 'Exorcist' movie from Blumhouse
deadline.com
November 24, 2025 at 9:53 PM
... and we're off! Cannot wait to work Scarlett on this. She is going to be amazing. deadline.com/2025/11/scar...
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This person is a disinformation operative for the extreme right, most likely doing it on a salaried basis.
bsky.app
November 24, 2025 at 10:06 PM
This person is a disinformation operative for the extreme right, most likely doing it on a salaried basis.
23,000. That's how many deaths can be blamed on Boris Johnson's chaotic Covid decisions and delays. Enough is enough, he must be stripped of his annual £115,000 handout.
Sign the petition today: act.38degrees.org.uk/act/strip-Bo...?
Sign the petition today: act.38degrees.org.uk/act/strip-Bo...?
Sign the petition: Strip Boris Johnson of his annual former PM allowance
23,000. That's how many deaths can be blamed on Boris Johnson's chaotic Covid decisions and delays. Enough is enough, he must be stripped of his annual £115,000 handout. Sign the petition today:
act.38degrees.org.uk
November 24, 2025 at 10:08 PM
23,000. That's how many deaths can be blamed on Boris Johnson's chaotic Covid decisions and delays. Enough is enough, he must be stripped of his annual £115,000 handout.
Sign the petition today: act.38degrees.org.uk/act/strip-Bo...?
Sign the petition today: act.38degrees.org.uk/act/strip-Bo...?
Rich Venture: Stop the bamboo plantation now! action.eko.org/a/rich-ventu...
Rich Venture: Stop the bamboo plantation now!
Right now Sarawak’s native forests are being torn down to make way for a giant monoculture plantation of bamboo — a project that could devastate ecosystems and local communities for generations to com
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November 24, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Rich Venture: Stop the bamboo plantation now! action.eko.org/a/rich-ventu...
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X rolled out a new feature overnight showing where accounts are based. This network of “Trump-supporting independent women” that claimed to be “real Americans” are based in Thailand.
The photos were stolen from European models & posts pushed pro-Trump lines while targeting Islam and LGBTQ people.
The photos were stolen from European models & posts pushed pro-Trump lines while targeting Islam and LGBTQ people.
November 23, 2025 at 12:55 PM
X rolled out a new feature overnight showing where accounts are based. This network of “Trump-supporting independent women” that claimed to be “real Americans” are based in Thailand.
The photos were stolen from European models & posts pushed pro-Trump lines while targeting Islam and LGBTQ people.
The photos were stolen from European models & posts pushed pro-Trump lines while targeting Islam and LGBTQ people.
Petition: Call a public inquiry into Russian influence on UK politics & democracy.
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
Petition: Call a public inquiry into Russian influence on UK politics & democracy
We are concerned about reported efforts from Russia to influence democracy in the US, UK, Europe and elsewhere. We believe we must establish the depth and breadth of possible Russian influence campaig...
petition.parliament.uk
November 24, 2025 at 5:22 AM
Petition: Call a public inquiry into Russian influence on UK politics & democracy.
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
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If I’m understanding this correctly, X is owned by a white nationalist who pays poor people of color in developing countries to pretend to be working class white Americans to scare other white Americans into being afraid poor people of color from developing countries are going to ruin America?
November 23, 2025 at 7:30 PM
If I’m understanding this correctly, X is owned by a white nationalist who pays poor people of color in developing countries to pretend to be working class white Americans to scare other white Americans into being afraid poor people of color from developing countries are going to ruin America?
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Meta halted internal research that purportedly showed (young) people who stopped using Facebook became less depressed and anxious, according to an unredacted legal filing released on Friday. www.cnbc.com/2025/11/23/m...
Meta halted internal research suggesting social media harm, court filing alleges
Meta is alleged to have halted internal research suggesting social media harm, according to court documents.
www.cnbc.com
November 24, 2025 at 12:31 AM
Meta halted internal research that purportedly showed (young) people who stopped using Facebook became less depressed and anxious, according to an unredacted legal filing released on Friday. www.cnbc.com/2025/11/23/m...
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He played Ralphi in Johnny Mnemonic. Terrific actor and a pleasure to work with.
Oh, man. One of cinema's most reliable weirdos, and I mean that in a highly complimentary fashion. RIP.
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Udo Kier, German Actor Who Appeared in ‘My Own Private Idaho,’ ‘Andy Warhol’s Frankenstein,’ Dies at 81
Udo Kier, a German actor who collaborated with everyone from Andy Warhol to Lars von Trier to Madonna, died on Sunday morning. He was 81.
variety.com
November 24, 2025 at 12:37 AM
He played Ralphi in Johnny Mnemonic. Terrific actor and a pleasure to work with.
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💔RIP Udo Kier💔1944-2025💔
November 24, 2025 at 2:52 AM
💔RIP Udo Kier💔1944-2025💔
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Let’s see if one single pundit who said there was some great realignment of American sentiment with this last election, based on what they saw on the Nazi-owned platform overrun by foreign actors, offers any retractions or corrections for their gullibility.
It’s hilarious and revelatory that a bunch of giant MAGA/America First X accounts are actually based in Eastern Europe and Nigeria.
Top MAGA Influencers Accidentally Unmasked as Foreign Actors
A new feature on Elon Musk’s X has given deeper insight into the online “America First” movement.
www.thedailybeast.com
November 23, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Let’s see if one single pundit who said there was some great realignment of American sentiment with this last election, based on what they saw on the Nazi-owned platform overrun by foreign actors, offers any retractions or corrections for their gullibility.
We can't let those that want to see it torn up & replaced by the likes of GBNews or Fox win. Sign the open letter now to demand the new BBC boss is someone that will protect the BBC, not let its enemies tear it down:
38d.gs/bbc_tw_eaio
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Sign the petition: save our BBC: don't let the likes of Trump and his UK cronies meddle with our public broadcaster
🚨Our BBC is under attack 🚨 We can't let those that want to see it torn up & replaced by the likes of GBNews or Fox win. Sign the open letter now to demand the new BBC boss is someone that will protect...
38d.gs
November 22, 2025 at 2:23 PM
We can't let those that want to see it torn up & replaced by the likes of GBNews or Fox win. Sign the open letter now to demand the new BBC boss is someone that will protect the BBC, not let its enemies tear it down:
38d.gs/bbc_tw_eaio
38d.gs/bbc_tw_eaio