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Day: March 8, 2018

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The Ramona Fradon Night Thread 3/8

March 8, 2018June 5, 2018 El Santo

To celebrate International Women’s Day, I thought I’d talk about one of my favorite comic artists of all time: the incomparable Ramona Fradon. Fradon got her start in comics back in 1950 working on the “Shining Knight” feature. She often … Continue reading The Ramona Fradon Night Thread 3/8

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Jeopardy! recap for Thur., Mar. 8

March 8, 2018October 31, 2018 Jay S.

Jeopardy! recap for Thur., Mar. 8 – Introducing today’s contestants: – Liz, a communications executive from South Orange, NJ, whose mother won a lot of cash on the original Tic Tac Dough; – Hannah, a teacher from Stamford, CT, who … Continue reading Jeopardy! recap for Thur., Mar. 8

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3/8/18 Arrow Live Chat “Collision Course”

March 8, 2018July 7, 2021 rexbanner329

While I’m sure many will be binging Jessica Jones Season 2, we still have a new Arrow tonight, and if you saw the preview you know who’s back. “Oliver and Thea are shocked to hear that Roy Harper is back … Continue reading 3/8/18 Arrow Live Chat “Collision Course”

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Atlanta: S02E02 “Sportin’ Waves”

March 8, 2018June 7, 2018 The Disreputable Dog

Trappin ain’t easy, ya dig? Shout out to all my credit card scammers in the club tonight. Written by Stephen Glover; Directed by Hiro Murai. Continue reading Atlanta: S02E02 “Sportin’ Waves”

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RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 3: Episode 7 Discussion Thread

March 8, 2018March 8, 2018 Fuwfuwa

Hey, kitty girls! BenDeLaCreme’s self-elimination last week provided not only the most surprising and shocking moment of All Stars 3 to date, but one of the most shocking moments of the entire series (and of reality television in general). Bendela … Continue reading RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 3: Episode 7 Discussion Thread

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Recommendations For Female-Made Media!

March 8, 2018 Sam Barber

Recommend a book, movie, TV show, album, game or anything, as long as a woman or girl was a primary voice in its creation. Bonus points if it deals majorly with female experiences! Continue reading Recommendations For Female-Made Media!

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International Women’s Day Women+ Thread

March 8, 2018 connorclang

Happy International Women’s Day, all! I don’t have anything fancy today, but I couldn’t let it pass without putting something up. Some guidelines to help this space be a positive experience for everyone: ☮ As always with the AVCAD, don’t feel … Continue reading International Women’s Day Women+ Thread

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Shoeless Trivia: Art

March 8, 2018March 8, 2018 Thingamajig

Ooooooh, pretty pictures. Henri Matisse is often associated with what early 20th century art movement? The movement, whose name derives from the French for “wild beasts”, tends towards the abstract and is characterized by wild brush strokes and bright colors. … Continue reading Shoeless Trivia: Art

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Pop Culture Reference Desk – 18

March 8, 2018 Gougagna Gougagna

Do you have a question about anything in pop culture, whether real-world or in-universe? Is Google failing you? Ask here to see if your fellow Avocados can help clear things up for you. This is open to questions of any … Continue reading Pop Culture Reference Desk – 18

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Weekly Games Thread #2 is rushed

March 8, 2018May 22, 2018 Blargg

What games have you been playing and what do you think of them? Bonus topic: What games do you feel guilty about never finishing? (suggested by Disgruntled Goat) Continue reading Weekly Games Thread #2 is rushed

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Pop Culture Quirks

March 8, 2018March 8, 2018 Mindymoo, Human Sloth

We all have our preferences in the media we consume, but there are some things that set our teeth on edge. It could be something as specific as an actor doing a certain kind of role, or a distaste for … Continue reading Pop Culture Quirks

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Made Overseas: Skiptrace (2016)

March 8, 2018June 5, 2018 El Santo

Jackie Chan has been the driving force in Hong Kong cinema for years.  I mean… duh.  You’d have to have been in a sort of Rip Van Winkle sleep stupor to not know this.  “Where’s Bruce Lee?” you would say … Continue reading Made Overseas: Skiptrace (2016)

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Ask-a-Chinese: Things You Don’t Know About the Dynasties; #8 Will Shock You!

March 8, 2018March 8, 2018 platformulablog

When watching movies and shows that feature vampires, like True Blood or even Twilight, there is often a nagging thought in my head: they are still written by humans. In my opinion, immortal beings who literally lived through centuries of … Continue reading Ask-a-Chinese: Things You Don’t Know About the Dynasties; #8 Will Shock You!

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International Women’s DAY THREAD (3/8/18)

March 8, 2018May 21, 2018 RiverSong

Today, March 8, 2018, is International Women’s Day.  It is a day to celebrate women’s achievements throughout history and across nations. It is also known as the United Nations (UN) Day for Women’s Rights and International Peace. Continue reading International Women’s DAY THREAD (3/8/18)

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Action Figure Collecting: Fantasy Toy Lines

March 8, 2018April 16, 2018 glorbes

So, let’s just say you are one of those well adjusted adults that collects action figures. You have a world of choice as to what has been merchandised so that you can spend your hard earned cash on little plastic … Continue reading Action Figure Collecting: Fantasy Toy Lines

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The Thursday Politics Thread Has A Beer In The Seychelles

March 8, 2018March 8, 2018 remuslupinthethird

Morning politocadoes! “Infrastructure Week” continues unabated. In fact, I expect “Infrastructure Week” to continue into next week and the week after, as more scandals, firings, and indictments drop. As we all know, it’s completely normal to set up secret back-channels … Continue reading The Thursday Politics Thread Has A Beer In The Seychelles

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Jeopardy! recap for Wed., Mar. 7

March 8, 2018October 31, 2018 Jay S.

Jeopardy! recap for Wed., Mar. 7 – Today’s contestants are: – Lane , a business owner from Atlanta, GA, who is a fine pilot and no longer runs into fences; – Emily, a graduate student of library science from Wappingers … Continue reading Jeopardy! recap for Wed., Mar. 7

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