Spartacus: Gods of the Arena: Episode 02: Missio
You could be forgiven, based on the marketing, that Spartacus was a show exclusively about how badass gladiators were. And I’m sure many people did write it off as such. Which is a shame, because it means they missed episodes … Continue reading Spartacus: Gods of the Arena: Episode 02: Missio
Couch Avocados: TV Discussion Thread
Welcome to the weekly TV thread! As I’ve long said going back to the earliest days online doing this, one cannot live on anime alone. And compared to twenty years ago, there’s so much more content out there now and … Continue reading Couch Avocados: TV Discussion Thread
Triviacados: Thursday, September 30, 2021
Can the first person here each day create a Results thread so it’s always first when sorted by Oldest? Quiz Type: Forced Order Or visit the quiz here. Sunday: MiscellaneousMonday: LiteratureTuesday: GeographyWednesday: MusicThursday: HistoryFriday: Movies & TVSaturday: Science & Nature If you’d like … Continue reading Triviacados: Thursday, September 30, 2021
The Weekly Music Thread Is Not Playing Around for Long
Let’s discuss any and all music here. Got a new artist who’s rocking your boat that you want to talk about? Post a video! Found out about that unearthed Coltrane album that has the jazz freak in you losing your … Continue reading The Weekly Music Thread Is Not Playing Around for Long
The Thursday Politics Thread Is “Constructive”
Mornin’ Politocadoes! This one will be brief as some things have come up. Senator Krysten Sinema (“D” AZ) has been busy. Busy winning friends on the Right as she obstructs Democrats agenda. https://www.vanityfair.com/news/2021/09/kyrsten-sinema-holding-bidens-agenda Welcome to Thursday! Please be excellent to … Continue reading The Thursday Politics Thread Is “Constructive”
30 Day Sports Challenge Day 30: What Sports & Exercise Mean to You
The month of September is all about sports and we’re going to cover a wide range of things this month with prompts from Mr. Ixolite and myself to flesh it out. As we wrap up this month of sports and … Continue reading 30 Day Sports Challenge Day 30: What Sports & Exercise Mean to You
Craig of the Creek Night Thread
We are a community of animation fans but we have very few references to Craig of the Creek. So I am here to tell you all to watch it! Right now! Turn on Cartoon Network or HBOMax and start watching! … Continue reading Craig of the Creek Night Thread
Survivor Season 41 – Week 2
Dating, Relationships, and Sex: Vacations and Trips (09/29/2021)
What role have vacations and trips played in your dating and relationship life? Do you like to travel with a partner, or by yourself, or do you not really care and think I am asking a dumb question? Any fun … Continue reading Dating, Relationships, and Sex: Vacations and Trips (09/29/2021)
Color Outside the Lines: Representing the Monolith
Hello and welcome to Color Outside the Lines, a weekly discussion space for people of color. Thread Rules We ask that only those who identify as people of color participate in this discussion. White Avocados, while valued members of this … Continue reading Color Outside the Lines: Representing the Monolith
WTF ASIA 180: Mardaani (2014)
I swear that it was not my intention to have three movies in a row be centered around unfeminine behavior and the danger of street life, but here we are. This time, it is about a cop. Available in Australia, Canada, France, the United … Continue reading WTF ASIA 180: Mardaani (2014)
Jeopardy! recap for Wed., Sept. 29
Let’s meet today’s contestants: Adriana, a student advisor, saw Queen Beatrix in her carriage; Daniel, a nonprofit manager and tour guide, got his driver’s license on his fourth try; and Matt, a Ph.D. student, came back to a very interesting … Continue reading Jeopardy! recap for Wed., Sept. 29
AvocaD&D and Tabletop Gaming: Yig Snake Grandaddy, Part 10
Welcome back to the weekly D&D and Tabletop Gaming thread! Here’s a place where we can talk about Dungeons & Dragons or any other tabletop games that you nerds might be into. Tell us about the games you’re playing, speculate … Continue reading AvocaD&D and Tabletop Gaming: Yig Snake Grandaddy, Part 10
Werewolf 164: The Purge – Signups
Hi. I’ve never seen any of the Purge movies. Then why, you may ask, is this werewolf game called “The Purge”? Consider it a Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans situation: same name but only very loosely related to … Continue reading Werewolf 164: The Purge – Signups
The Outer Limits: S1E28 “The Special One”
The Outer Limits is streaming for free on the Roku Channel. Roy and Aggie are presented with an amazing opportunity. The government has sent a private tutor to work with their gifted son, Kenny, on better meeting his needs. Their … Continue reading The Outer Limits: S1E28 “The Special One”
Tolerable Discussions: 29 September 2021
Having WAY too much fun this morning; sorry for the delay! Continue reading Tolerable Discussions: 29 September 2021
Best Video Game Song Tournament, 2009-2012: Group 78
(Full, current standings can always be found here) It’s time for group play! We have 1,866 songs this time, in 24-song groups. That means 77 full groups, plus a 78th group of 18. For the group stage, vote for as … Continue reading Best Video Game Song Tournament, 2009-2012: Group 78
Mental Health Thread 9.29.2021
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 9.29.2021
Weekly Japanese Pop Culture Thread (September 29, 2021)
Welcome to The Avocado’s weekly discussion of Japanese pop culture! It’s fall, y’all! Okay, even I don’t know why I typed that, but I’m leaving it because now I think it’s funny. But it’s true, the fall anime season is … Continue reading Weekly Japanese Pop Culture Thread (September 29, 2021)
The Day Thread Enters the Locked Tomb
In 2019, Tamsyn Muir’s debut novel Gideon the Ninth hit the shelves. And faster than you could shout “lesbian necromancers in space!”, it became a best-selling sensation, making multiple year-end lists and cementing itself as one of my favorite fantasy … Continue reading The Day Thread Enters the Locked Tomb