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MLB Postseason 2026
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Sportacados Discussion Thread for September 30-October 1, 2026
September 30-October 1, 2026 News & Results Golf MLB Playoffs – Games 2 and 3 (if necessary) NCAA NHL Soccer Tennis WNBA Playoffs Other Continue reading Sportacados Discussion Thread for September 30-October 1, 2026
Dating, Relationships, and Sex (09/30/2026)
Welcome to this week’s thread! As always, anything related to dating, relationships, intimacy and so on is fair game and welcome. And of course, as usual: This is supposed to be a space to talk about intimacy and sex and … Continue reading Dating, Relationships, and Sex (09/30/2026)
Jeopardy! recap for Wed., Sept. 30
Here are today’s contestants: – Kristin Franke, a pastor from Washington, D.C.; – Ben Meyerson, a political consultant from New York City; and – Justin Robbins, a graduate student from Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. Justin is a two-day champ with … Continue reading Jeopardy! recap for Wed., Sept. 30
Tolerable Discussions 9/30/26
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The Tabletop Games Thread Shares Its Back Story (9/30/26)
Welcome back to the weekly Tabletop Games thread! This thread is where we can talk about all kinds of RPGs, card games, board games, etc. Whether you gather around a physical table in the real world, or use a virtual … Continue reading The Tabletop Games Thread Shares Its Back Story (9/30/26)
Mental Health Thread – September 30th 2026
For Help and Crisis resources, refer to the link in the Health and Identity tab at the top of the page, or click here Sometimes we need to talk about some things. This is a phenomenally caring and kind group, and … Continue reading Mental Health Thread – September 30th 2026
The Day Thread Ranks R.E.M.’s Albums: #2
This is part of a series of mini-reviews of R.E.M.’s studio albums, ranked worst to best. (Don’t worry; I’ll keep them short.) #2: Lifes Rich Pageant. My favorite I.R.S. release. When I bought it, I remember thinking, “My God, they … Continue reading The Day Thread Ranks R.E.M.’s Albums: #2
Weekly Japanese Pop Culture Thread (September 30, 2026)
Welcome to The Avocado’s weekly discussion of Japanese pop culture! New anime season is here or nearly here? Either way, new anime! What do you plan to watch this season? What were your favorites from the season that’s ending now. … Continue reading Weekly Japanese Pop Culture Thread (September 30, 2026)
The Comic Strip Club (Wed 09/30/2026)
Avocado Music Club #369: Arab Strap – As Days Get Dark
Weekly Comics Thread 30-SEP-2026
Friends, you know what time it is. It’s Wednesday. It’s somewhat close to Day Thread time. Time for you to tell us all about the comics you’ve been enjoying lately! Whatcha buyin’? Whatcha readin’? Whatcha think about it? If … Continue reading Weekly Comics Thread 30-SEP-2026
Game News Roundup: July 2026
Welcome back to your monthly report of game news, where I do my best to compile everything into one convenient ad-free place, so you don’t have to worry about the pesky cracks that info can fall through at other publications. … Continue reading Game News Roundup: July 2026
The Wednesday Politics Thread Bets It All
Emergency Wednesday PT today. ProPublica has an interesting, though maybe ethically dubious?, piece about how sports gambling apps enable unhealthy gambling behaviors. I really hope the author doesn’t fall into it. A promotion pinged on my phone. “BET & GET,” … Continue reading The Wednesday Politics Thread Bets It All
The Book Nook Humbly Accepts This Well Deserved and Long Overdue Honor
Welcome to the Book Nook! The weekly thread for all book nerds on The Avocado. This is the place to talk about books you’re currently reading, discuss genres, ask for recommendations, and post serious literary criticism. This week’s prompt: Awards. … Continue reading The Book Nook Humbly Accepts This Well Deserved and Long Overdue Honor
The Night Thread Watches After Hours
I heard the VMAs went well. It’s nice to know MTV is still culturally relevant. Have fun posting! Continue reading The Night Thread Watches After Hours
“In All Seriousness” Thread — 09/29/2026
A place for “serious” discussions. Continue reading “In All Seriousness” Thread — 09/29/2026
Weekly LGBT+ Discussion
Greetings, Avocadoans! Welcome to the weekly discussion of LGBTQQIA+ issues! Rules for this discussion: In the news: Gay Dutch prime minister & Zohran Mamdani visit LGBTQ+ archive — and hear from young New Yorkers it serves Continue reading Weekly LGBT+ Discussion
Jeopardy! recap for Tue., Sept. 29
Here are today’s contestants: – Dominic Lloyd, a finance consultant from New Orleans, Louisiana; – Jareesa Tucker McClure, an entrepreneur & program manager from Atlanta, Georgia; and – Justin Robbins, a graduate student from Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. Justin is … Continue reading Jeopardy! recap for Tue., Sept. 29
Writing Discussion Thread is a Character
How do you create and develop characters? Continue reading Writing Discussion Thread is a Character
Director Profile: Arthur Penn
Scott’s desire to tell people what movies to watch knows no bounds. He’s decided to create a series on here devoted to profiling directors and creating guides to their films. This week’s director is… Arthur Penn. Highly recommended: Bonnie and … Continue reading Director Profile: Arthur Penn