Welcome to The Avocado’s weekly discussion of Japanese pop culture! So, a few weeks ago a very cool thing happened: TokyoTreat offered to send me a free box to review. Naturally, I jumped at the chance because, duh, free Japanese … Continue reading Weekly Japanese Pop Culture Thread (September 15, 2021)
Hey sorry I don’t have all the usual stuff in the header, I’ve been sick so I’m at home and I don’ t have the right links to WordPress on this PC and I don’t want to deal with that … Continue reading Weekly Comics Thread 15-SEP-2021
Welcome to the Avocado Music Club, each week a new album will be discussed based on a massive pile of suggestions made by ourselves. Listen to new music or revisit an old favorite and discuss anything you wish related to … Continue reading Avocado Music Club #123: John Coltrane and Johnny Hartman
Can the first person here each day create a Results thread so it’s always first when sorted by Oldest? Quiz Note: Year given is group formation year. Or visit the quiz here. Sunday: MiscellaneousMonday: LiteratureTuesday: GeographyWednesday: MusicThursday: HistoryFriday: Movies & TVSaturday: Science & … Continue reading Triviacados: Wednesday, September 15, 2021
Good morning, Politicadoes! First things first, just in case you missed it: After months of peddling lies to an already disarrayed base, amplifying dangerous anti-science propaganda, pushing incompetent, unqualified, self-hating xenophobic, anti-Black nazi-loving grifters, the most unhinged faction of the … Continue reading The Road To Meaningful Greatness – Wednesday Politics Thread
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. Hi Book Nookers! I’m … Continue reading The Book Nook Re-Reads Their Favorites (9/15)
With the first three live-action projects done from Marvel Studios for Disney+, they’re now moving onto another part of the Phase 4 plan with the What If…? animated series – which is definitely being considered a part of the larger MCU. … Continue reading ‘What If…?’ Season 1 Episode 6 Discussion
Press Your Luck is an American game show that debuted in 1983. Sort of a combination of Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune, the original Press Your Luck only lasted for three years and is most remembered for the “Whammies,” little … Continue reading The No Whammies Night Thread (9/14/21)
Summer School: Chapter 6 Cindy and her new team make their move against the JSA, which leads to an epic showdown. Mxy in the Middle Supergirl and team must stop Nyxly from vanquishing a familiar face from Supergirl’s past – Mr. Mxyzptlk. Mxy returns and explains … Continue reading Stargirl/Supergirl Live Chat 9/14/21
A place for “serious” discussions. Continue reading “In All Seriousness” Thread — 09/14/2021
Deadline is reporting that Norm Macdonald has passed away at 61 after battling cancer. This thread is a place to reflect on his comedy, career, and life. Continue reading Norm Macdonald Remembrance Thread
Please welcome today’s contestants: Elizabeth, a community theater artistic director, likes “Much Ado About Nothing”; Daniel, a tutor, engaged in a “forced labor of love”; and Matt, a Ph.D. student, prefers being compared to “Turner” rather than “Hooch”. Matt is … Continue reading Jeopardy! recap for Tue., Sept. 14
Greetings, Avocadoans! Welcome to the weekly discussion of LGBTQQIA+ issues! Rules for this discussion: All are welcome! However, please be respectful that this discussion is specifically about issues and topics related to lesbian, gay, bi- or pansexual, trans, queer, questioning, … Continue reading Weekly LGBT+ Discussion
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Owned since: 2008 Genre: Dutch hippie-folk Where I bought it: From my mom’s collection Year: 1971 Label/pressing: Imperial So far in the series, we’ve barely covered anything Dutch. I think it was only the Golden Earring track on the Heavy … Continue reading Crate Skimmer #15 Elly & Rikkert – De Draad Van Ariadne
Little Lord Wolfington’s Dire Manor A setup for 20+ people Intermediate to advanced, though all players are welcome. This week you’re invited to stay at Little Lord Wolfington’s DIRE MANOR! Only you can help our hero find the secret BUSINESS … Continue reading Werewolf 163: Dire Manor (Signups)
(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 many … Continue reading Best Video Game Song Tournament, 2009-2012: Group 67
Some guidelines to help this space be a positive experience for everyone: As always with the Avocado, don’t feel compelled to share beyond your comfort level. Anyone who identifies as female, or who was socialized female/AFAB/otherwise has firsthand experience with … Continue reading The Tuesday W+ Thread rides a wave
Welcome to the Musicals Thread, the Avocado’s space for anything and everything related to musical theatre! Every month I’ll post a discussion prompt, but please feel free to comment on other topics, from new discoveries to old favorites. If you … Continue reading Musicals Thread (Epilogue After Epilogue)
COME ON DOWN! Today we are celebrating the 50th season of The Price is Right! A cornerstone of sick days during our formative years , this hour-long game show runs the gamut of emotions. The highs…the lows…the sweet smell of … Continue reading 50th Anniversary of the Price is Right Day Thread
