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M3GAN 2.0 (she/her)

@americanmegalo.bsky.social

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Oakland/Stolen Ohlone land I like big butts and I cannot lie. Screenwriter Feminist who cares about intersecting identities Ice cream connoisseur Donut Aficionado Lover of Prince & Golden Era hip hop *Only follow back if I know you or you have a real pic

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M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · Sep 11

As I was preparing my latest newsletter, I went in search of a comprehensive list of supports for people contemplating suicide.

I found a great one for the US & Canada here, from a fellow anti-capitalist/anti-carceral therapist named kaitlin baldwin:

docs.google.com/document/d/1...

PUBLIC COMMUNITY ACCESS - Suicidality/Mental Health Resources & Crisis Support

Mental Health Resources & Supports Last updated on July 21, 2025 ***ALL TIMES LISTED ARE IN EST 💻 Online Peer Support & Community Groups Wildflower Alliance — Alts2Su (multiple groups—no registration...

docs.google.com

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M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 51m

I’m very familiar with the topic, but I’m a little wary of her.

M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 4h

how do we get the folks on the right to see Black and Brown folks as real human people

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ProPublica @propublica.org · 4h

People experiencing miscarriages in states with abortion bans told us they wished they had known what to expect and how to advocate for themselves.

We created this guide for anyone who finds themselves in the same position 👇

(Published Dec. 2024)

If You’re Pregnant, Here’s What You Should Know About the Medical Procedures That Could Save Your Life

Women experiencing pregnancy loss in states with abortion bans told us they wished they had known what to expect and how to advocate for themselves. We created this guide for anyone who finds themselv...

www.propublica.org

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M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 6h

is he dead yet

M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 6h

Today I saw a bobcat in the wild for the first time ever so I’m just gonna live in that magic!

M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 10h

so many beloved memories. I grew up in the Bay and it was a favorite outing and then I went to UCSC!!!

M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 13h

oh no!!! I hope he and Prince are making music in the After Life

M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 1d

yes! Seen!

M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 1d

thank you

M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 1d

Ugh - I don't have AMC - DRATS
I'm 87% sure I've seen Apostle

But, your suggestions let me know that you get the assignment

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M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 1d

What’s a great horror movie available on streaming that o haven’t already seen?

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M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 1d

It’s a magical bunker that produces anything but only of 5 things of your choosing

M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 1d

What are your 5 bunker foods if you only get 5 and nutrition is not an issue?

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M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 1d

this makes me so happy!!!

M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 1d

I'm in line behind like 40 more people (been in line for months) for that book from the library.

I'm so happy to see people clammoring to read Due!

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M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 1d

I've been listening to the book Braiding Sweetgrass, by Potawatomi professor Robin Wall Kimmerer

It's been really good for my soul these days. If you want some inspiration for:
- Sustainable actions
- Mutual Aid
- Reciprocity
- Gratitude

It's a BIG recommend on this Indigenous Peoples Day.

M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 1d

how many lawsuits before they realize it's too expensive to keep this particular piece of trash in their roster?

M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 1d

Spooktober Day 12:
The Lost Bus

Whew, y'all. This was a hard one. Decent movie. Some incredible footage. Harrowing. Some notes.

Maybe don't see it if you have recent fire trauma.

CW: animal euthanasia around 11 minutes in

M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 1d

that's a favorite, too. Sorry about your legs and ankles!

M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 2d

is he dead yet

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M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 2d

Some of the more popular shows seem to be pretty top-heavy in terms of writer levels

M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 2d

They interviewed her for an exhibit about her at the Oakland Museum & she says a bunch of great stuff about how crucial art is to revolutions. You can find it on YouTube

M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 2d

OK, hear me out-

Avon Skin So Soft

M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 2d

I’m happy about the word of mouth & giant film budgets! Hope the writers are getting some of that 💰

M3GAN 2.0 (she/her) @americanmegalo.bsky.social · 2d

Yeah, they’ve been quietly being what HBO used to be. Quietly, because they’re doing so little marketing