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Andrew Jacobs may refer to:Andrew Jacobs (journalist), reporter for The New York Times and documentary film director and producer Andrew Jacobs (lawyer) (1906–1992), lawyer, judge, and Congressman from Indiana Andrew Jacobs Jr. (1932–2013), lawyer, Indiana state legislator, and Congressman from Indiana Andy Jacobs, British sports personality .. more

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And-BOO 👻 Jacobs (he/him) @drewjakeprof.bsky.social · Sep 20

well good morning, new followers! get ready for occasional pictures of my cat, musings/RTs of ancient religion & history, a smattering of politics and pop culture

I had two books come out last year that you might like 1/2

Gospel Thrillers: scalar.usc.edu/works/gospel...

Gospel Thrillers: Get your copy of Gospel Thrillers

Gospel Thrillers: Conspiracy, Fiction, and the Vulnerable Bible is available in print and digital formats:Directly from the publisher, Cambridge University Press (digital and print)From an indepe...

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Adam Bremer-McCollum @acbm.bsky.social · 42m

One week from today: book launch for The Pearlsong (in-person and Zoom). Details below!

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Michael Edward Stewart @mikeaztec.bsky.social · 2h

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Dennis Trout, Sept. 24, 1953 — Oct. 6, 2025

Dennis Trout, age 72, talented educator and highly-regarded scholar, passed away in Columbia on Oct. 6.

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And-BOO 👻 Jacobs (he/him) @drewjakeprof.bsky.social · 2h

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And-BOO 👻 Jacobs (he/him) @drewjakeprof.bsky.social · 13h

god speed! it honestly just depends on the cat, which I know is not helpful advice. (but I'm assuming 4000 cat owners will pop up with "helpful" advice.)

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David M. Perry @lollardfish.bsky.social · 13h

I feel like every time someone tries to make full puff pastry on GBBO I think about the “did it work for those people? No but it light work for us” meme.

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And-BOO 👻 Jacobs (he/him) @drewjakeprof.bsky.social · 18h

hmmm i have some questions about your "i don't actually think the FBI etc." t-shirt

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NASSCAL @nasscal.bsky.social · 21h

The new volume in NASSCAL's Early Christian Apocrypha series, The Martyrdom of Daniel and the Three Youths by Alexey Somov, is now available to order: wipfandstock.com/979838524779...

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And-BOO 👻 Jacobs (he/him) @drewjakeprof.bsky.social · 1d

*adjusting my push pins and red string*

And-BOO 👻 Jacobs (he/him) @drewjakeprof.bsky.social · 1d

i think it's right up your alley but let me know if I'm wrong so i can recalibrate my Meira Entertainment Matrix (MEM)

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And-BOO 👻 Jacobs (he/him) @drewjakeprof.bsky.social · 1d

well this was just delightful

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A Nice Indian Boy (2024) ⭐ 7.4 | Comedy, Drama, Romance

1h 36m | Not Rated

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International Catacomb Society @catacombsociety.bsky.social · 1d

Join us if you are in the #Boston area!
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Beneath the streets of Ancient Rome, in the tunnels and crypts of the catacombs, Jews expressed their heritage and faith through unique cultural artifacts, using the artistic tools of their time to connect with their surroundings. In this class, we’ll examine a range of catacomb artifacts that reveal Jewish identity—from inscriptions and symbols to intricate artwork. We’ll also explore how the discovery, identification, and preservation of these artifacts have shaped our understanding of the Jewish community in Ancient Rome. Born and raised in Boston, Jessica Dello Russo went on to earn her doctorate in Archaeology from the Vatican's Institute for Christian Archaeology in 2022. She is the author of "A Jewish Archaeology: The Christian Discovery of Jewish Catacombs in Rome" (Brill, 2025), the book chapter, "Growing the Global Audience for the Jewish Catacombs of Italy" (UniOr Press, 2025), and other studies focused on the catacombs of Rome. Copies of many of these publications are available on the International Catacomb Society's website (www.catacombsociety.org).

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International Catacomb Society @catacombsociety.bsky.social · 1d

We have partnered with Lehrhaus in Somerville, MA to bring you an exciting class taught by Dr. Jessica Dello Russo on 10/30 at 6pm: "Whispers from the #Catacombs: Discovering Jewish Culture Under Ancient #Rome"

Registration required: t.co/4tlXs5o1mH

photo of Dr. Dello Russo in an underground excavation.
"Whispers from the Catacombs...etc."
Thursday, October 20, 6pm
In this class, we’ll examine a range of catacomb artifacts that reveal Jewish identity—from inscriptions and symbols to intricate artwork.

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Linda Holmes @lindaholmes.bsky.social · 1d

By the way, back in 2012 (!), I wrote about the 25th anniversary of when BABY BOOM and FATAL ATTRACTION came out at basically the same time.

Two Very Different Working Women At The Movies, 25 Years Ago This Week

Twenty-five years ago this week, Hollywood was offering two very different visions of women at work. One suggested menace, one heroism. Both were fantasies.

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And-BOO 👻 Jacobs (he/him) @drewjakeprof.bsky.social · 1d

thrift store purchase (if any Charlottesvillians recognize the subjects let me know...)

two 80s (?) caricatures lovingly professionally framed. left: woman in shorts and a t shirt with a messy bun vacuuming. she has blue eye shadow. right: a guy in shorts and a t shirt running. they are clearly a set.

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Adam Bremer-McCollum @acbm.bsky.social · 1d

The Pearlsong book launch will be Oct 20, 5:30-7:00pm Boston time, in-person at Harvard, or by Zoom. I'll give a talk, but more importantly, so will Dr. Erin Walsh, and there will be music composed for the event by Jane Sheldon! More details and registration here:

Calendar | Center for the Study of World Religions

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And-BOO 👻 Jacobs (he/him) @drewjakeprof.bsky.social · 2d

Le Jour de Groundhog

NPR @npr.org · 2d

French President Emmanuel Macron has reappointed Sébastien Lecornu as prime minister, just days after his resignation, asking him to try again to form a government and produce a budget.

Macron puts Lecornu back as France's prime minister just days after he quit

French President Emmanuel Macron has reappointed Sébastien Lecornu as prime minister, just days after his resignation, asking him to try again to form a government and produce a budget.

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derek guy @dieworkwear.bsky.social · 2d

in 2011, the president of antifa hired me to give fashion consultancy to the organization. i recommended everyone wear navy suits with tan shoes, dress sneakers, and golf polos with slim chinos. if you arrested everyone today wearing these things, you'd destroy antifa

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NPR @npr.org · 2d

French President Emmanuel Macron has reappointed Sébastien Lecornu as prime minister, just days after his resignation, asking him to try again to form a government and produce a budget.

Macron puts Lecornu back as France's prime minister just days after he quit

French President Emmanuel Macron has reappointed Sébastien Lecornu as prime minister, just days after his resignation, asking him to try again to form a government and produce a budget.

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NightMar on Hicks Street, Part 4: The Rabbit’s Revenge @histoftech.bsky.social · 2d

The Virginia Senate just told UVA it’s not getting state funding if it accepts the compact since UVA exists to serve Virginia, its residents, & their interests—not be a tool of the federal govt. Scoop from our student newspaper, who’ve been doing vital reporting www.cavalierdaily.com/article/2025...

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And-BOO 👻 Jacobs (he/him) @drewjakeprof.bsky.social · 2d

i know it's a toad but i'm not actually clear on the difference

a cartoon of a frog with the words all glory to the hypnotoad below it

Alt: a cartoon of a frog with the words all glory to the hypnotoad below it from Futurama

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And-BOO 👻 Jacobs (he/him) @drewjakeprof.bsky.social · 2d

congratulations to Chris Frilingos (who has wisely eschewed social media) on winning the prestigious Paul Varg award from MSU! His colleagues note: "Dr. Chris Frilingos has modeled success in all areas of his professional life."

indeed!

cal.msu.edu/news/2025-fa...

2025 Faculty Award Winners Recognized for Outstanding Achievement

The College of Arts & Letters honored its Faculty Award Winners at the 2025 College of Arts & Letters Faculty and Staff Welcome Reception on Sept. 29 at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center. These ...

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Adam Bremer-McCollum @acbm.bsky.social · 2d

Listen to @lcbmphd.bsky.social and me chat about my book, The Pearlsong!

Adam Bremer-McCollum, "The Pearlsong" (Harvard UP, 2025) - New Books Network

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Janet Spittler @janetspittler.bsky.social · 2d

I wish UVa were the first to respond in this way! But I’d still be super happy if our interim president followed Sally Kornbluth’s lead. This is an excellent response.

orgchart.mit.edu/letters/rega...

Regarding the Compact | MIT Organization Chart

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Ellen Muehlberger @emuehlbe.bsky.social · 2d

Hell is other people('s AI decisions)

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Lydia Bremer-McCollum @lcbmphd.bsky.social · 3d

My latest @newbooksnetwork.bsky.social interview. Come hear @acbm.bsky.social talk about his new book and translation of the Pearlsong. Out now!

newbooksnetwork.com/adam-bremer-...

Adam Bremer-McCollum, "The Pearlsong" (Harvard UP, 2025) - New Books Network

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And-BOO 👻 Jacobs (he/him) @drewjakeprof.bsky.social · 3d

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And-BOO 👻 Jacobs (he/him) @drewjakeprof.bsky.social · 3d

looks like it's this: www.nytimes.com/2025/10/09/u...

Harvard Seeks Assurances as Talks Restart in Washington

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And-BOO 👻 Jacobs (he/him) @drewjakeprof.bsky.social · 3d

circa 5:00, 5:30

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And-BOO 👻 Jacobs (he/him) @drewjakeprof.bsky.social · 3d

get ready to learn about the end of the spoils system! with Nick Offerman!

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And-BOO 👻 Jacobs (he/him) @drewjakeprof.bsky.social · 3d

does he think... "Soybeans" is a person?

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 3d

Q: With soybeans, what is the plan to help farmers? Is it direct checks?

TRUMP: What happens with soybeans is uhhh, we're gonna see more and more I think opening up and part of the reason-- he's got things that he wants to discuss with me and I have things I want to discuss with him

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