For those discussions and thread that don’t fit specifically in any of the other categories
Keith David was born on June 4, 1956 in Harlem, New York City. Much of David’s resume spans science-fiction films like The Thing, They Live, and Pitch Black. David has lent his signature voice to animated shows and films like … Continue reading 30 Day Black Actors Challenge Day 7: Keith David
Seriously, dinner is in 10 minutes, I gotta get this done before then. Ready, set, GO! Good!! I mean, I hope they have someone covering the costs for them, but I think this is great! But them calling us all … Continue reading Tuesday’s Politics thread is running fast!
Are there any narrative, artistic, funny, delicious, or weird videos around the web you want to share? Come chat about them here! Continue reading Weekly YouTube Thread (02/06/23)
What did you do this weekend? Continue reading What Did You Do This Weekend?
Halle Berry was born on August 14, 1966 in Cleveland, Ohio. Some of her more notable roles include the eponymous character in Introducing Dorothy Dandridge, Bond girl “Jinx” Johnson in Die Another Day, and the mutant Storm across four X-Men … Continue reading 30 Day Black Actors Challenge Day 6: Halle Berry
Is it silly of me to break this up into two tournaments? Maybe! I just felt like I wanted some of Williams “other” scores to get some love, hence just allowing main themes in the other one. … But on … Continue reading The John Williams No-Main-Themes Tournament Nominations!
We moved to a new house recently and there are an amazing amount of grocery stores around here! Lotsa different cultures around us means lotsa variety at the store. It’s also the first time in my life I’ve lived close … Continue reading Sunday Food Thread Goes To The Store, 2/5
Regina King was born on January 15, 1971 in Los Angeles County, California. Her early acting work included appearances in films like Jerry Maguire, Friday, and several John Singleton films like Boyz n the Hood. King then moved on to … Continue reading 30 Day Black Actors Challenge Day 5: Regina King
You should watch Spielberg’s speech, from where I get the title Hello! Welcome to the seeding round for the master of musical scores, John Towner Williams. In this tournament, every movie theme of his (that I could find) will be … Continue reading Without him, Bikes Don’t Really Fly: The John Williams Scores Tournament Seeding Round!
Get out into nature, and come back and show us what you find! Sunsets, hikes, vistas, flowers and wildlife, whatever ya got. Show off your green thumb! Or just brighten your weekend by looking at pretty things. Here are some … Continue reading The Nature Thread
Daniel Kaluuya was born on February 24, 1989 in London, England. In addition to some notable theatre work, some of Kaluuya’s early TV credits include appearances on shows like Skins, Doctor Who, and Black Mirror. He’s become a mainstay of … Continue reading 30 Day Black Actors Challenge Day 4: Daniel Kaluuya
How are the pets today? Continue reading The Pet Thread Enjoys a Good Scritch
Here are some of the threads you may have missed this week! ARTICLES & REVIEWS Comic Book Review – Amazing Spider-Man Presents Jackpot #1 (2010) February 2023 TV Preview – Network & Cable February 2023 TV Preview – Streaming Franchise … Continue reading Weekend Reading
Hey, did you folks know that there are theme parks out there run by companies other than Disney? If you’re reading this, you almost certainly did, but I have to admit that you sure wouldn’t know it from just browsing … Continue reading The Monthly Theme Park Thread is Branching Out
Hey, all; Happy And Healthy Friday – Nothing really to say this week; though I did at least want to acknowledge the latest prognostication of everyone’s favorite immortal, mystical rodent. And while it may not mean as much to me … Continue reading Job Rants Thread – 2/3/2023 – And Six More Weeks
Andre Braugher was born on July 1, 1962 in Chicago, Illinois. After appearing in the acclaimed film Glory and a few TV gigs, Braugher jumped straight into one of his most iconic roles as Detective Frank Pembleton in Homicide: Life … Continue reading 30 Day Black Actors Challenge Day 3: Andre Braugher
Hello fellow parents and caregivers of children! This week, let’s talk about Success! Continue reading The Avocado Parenting Thread Talks About Success!
Okay, campers, rise and shine. Don’t forget your booties, because it’s cold out there today! Continue reading February 2 Groundhog Day Thread
Viola Davis was born on August 11, 1965 in St. Matthews, South Carolina. Much of her early work was on the stage, including August Wilson plays like Seven Guitars and King Hedley II. Following appearances in films like Solaris, Traffic, … Continue reading 30 Day Black Actors Challenge Day 2: Viola Davis
Hello folks. HP here with another month long celebration of Black music and Black artists. Doing things a little differently this year. The previous two years I’ve explored the work and legacy (and my own personal engagement) of Black women … Continue reading 28 days of Blackity-Black Songs.
Let’s do this! Be excellent to each other. Continue reading Tolerable Discussions 2.1.2023
