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@julianlytle.bsky.social

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Comic creator, Film & TV critic (CCA, WAFCA, & AAFCA), music enthusiast, Old head gamer, and superhero consultant.

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July @julianlytle.bsky.social · 12h

It was supposed to be LA? I just assumed silicon valley

July @julianlytle.bsky.social · 2d

Those books are huge

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Rickey Purdin @rickeypurdin.bsky.social · 4d

Official Marvel Comics portfolio reviews are back at NYCC in 2025! For any aspiring artists attending the convention this week, details are at the below link. TELL YOUR FRIENDS! 😀

www.newyorkcomiccon.com/en-us/indust...

Professional Programming

Attending as a Professional Retailer, Creator, Librarian, Lawyer, Game Developer or any part of the industry? Join us for five days of content built for you.

www.newyorkcomiccon.com

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Albert Ching @albertching.bsky.social · 4d

Hiring on my team! Looking for someone passionate about comic books and graphic novels, marketing, and the book and library markets. Happy to answer any questions about the role!

careers.wbd.com/global/en/jo...

Representative, Marketing (DC) in Burbank, California, United States of America | Marketing & Communications at

Apply for Representative, Marketing (DC) job in Burbank, California, United States of America. Marketing & Communications at Warner Bros. Discovery

careers.wbd.com

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Shawn Pryor @shawnrpryor.bsky.social · 8d

Get the satirical & absurd GET MARIO’S MONEY, with art by @kennykeil.bsky.social, words by me, & edited by @julianlytle.bsky.social. It's the best dark comedy you've yet to read.

It's FREE or pay what you want @ the links below:

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Cover for GET MARIOS MONEY. It is in the vein of the Puff Daddy and the Family album, "No Way Out." It features Bubsy, Areo, Rayman, Billy Hatcher, Jazz Jackrabbit, Awesome Possum, and Ardy Lightfoot.

Panel One:
Mario is walking and talking to Rayman on the set of Rayman’s third video game, *Rayman 3: Hoodlum
Havoc.

Mario has his hand on Rayman’s invisible shoulder because Rayman’s limbs are invisible. Mario is going to give Rayman the deal of a lifetime.

CAPTION: On the set of Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc.

RAYMAN: I don’t know, Mario. Sales on my first two games are great, and I’ve been able to take care of my loved ones.

MARIO: Both of your games went multi-platinum. Has the studio discussed renegotiating your deal?

RAYMAN: Well… No.

Panel Two
Mario is now making the sell to get Rayman to sign with his new management firm.

MARIO: Ray, let me help you get the money that you deserve.

MARIO: Let Four-M take care of you.

RAYMAN: Four-M?

Panel Three
A solo shot of Mario, looking sly, as he gives out the name of his management company.

MARIO: Money. Making. Mario. Management.

Panel Four

Mario pulls out a contract for Rayman to sign. Rayman still has doubts, but at the same time would love to have more money for his work.

MARIO: My management firm will get you your money. I gotchu.

MARIO: We family. We look out for each other, right?

July @julianlytle.bsky.social · 9d

youtube.com/@mattwith4ts...
This guy does good videos too

matttt - comic & manga history

July @julianlytle.bsky.social · 9d

I found his channel helpful with the krakoa stuff. His channel worked for me during the pandemic but his content changed probably because of the algorithm but I fell off. Comic Tropes is good though. I also like Strange Brain Parts.

July @julianlytle.bsky.social · 9d

Oh yeah. I tried that channel. I had to stop.

July @julianlytle.bsky.social · 9d

That's pretty wild.

July @julianlytle.bsky.social · 9d

Pick the cartoon or Batman begins. That's it. He's make believe.

July @julianlytle.bsky.social · 10d

My review of the Marvel Legends Gamerverse Shuma Gorath (Gargantos) action figure. One of my most anticipated toys ever.
#MarvelLegends #Toys

It's Always Shuma Gorath | Marvel Legends Gamerverse Gargantos Review

YouTube video by July Collects

July @julianlytle.bsky.social · 10d

Here's my review of Paul Thomas Anderson's new film #OneBattleAfterAnother is up on the @comicsbeat.bsky.social

Movie Review: ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER is an epic connecting to our troubled times

Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another is a gripping epic with standout performances. Read our full review!

www.comicsbeat.com

July @julianlytle.bsky.social · 10d

I know folks on here hate Twitter but man seeing Cardi go in on Nicki is HILARIOUS!!

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hermanos. @iamdavidbrothers.com · 12d

about four years worth of work is coming out this week (Good Devils with @nickdragotta.bsky.social), in three weeks (Perfect Crime Party with @sallataire.bsky.social), and around the end of the month (All Negro Comics, edited by @chrisrobinson.info).
funny timing. getting it all out the way I guess.

July @julianlytle.bsky.social · 11d

I've seen some Black folks saying the opposite cause they ain't hip to her. I shake my head.

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Jamie Noguchi | Draw Day and Night Like I’m Running Out of Time @jamienoguchi.bsky.social · 12d

I've been feeling rather shit about making comics with the world doing what the world has been doing lately. This year's @smallpressexpo.bsky.social was a welcome recharge and reminder of why I make the thing.

youtu.be/dWS64Aw7CyU

Small Press Expo, Defeating Imposter Syndrome With Indie Comics

YouTube video by Draw Jam

July @julianlytle.bsky.social · 12d

Stop it. You know Biden was too damn old. You also know the whole industry is against this.

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Phil Lewis @phillewis.bsky.social · 13d

George Hardy, last of the Tuskegee Airmen's World War II combat pilots, dies at 100

George Hardy, last of the Tuskegee Airmen's World War II combat pilots, dies at 100

Hardy, a lieutenant colonel, became the youngest Tuskegee fighter pilot at 19, and was among the first Black military pilots in the United States.

www.nbcnews.com

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Drew Scanlon @drewscanlon.bsky.social · 15d

Hi Internet! I'm Drew and THIS IS MY FACE.

If this GIF has ever brought you joy in the past, I humbly ask you to consider making a donation to the National MS Society. It would mean a lot to me and to those I know affected by the disease!

Donate at blinkingguy.com

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Phil Lewis @phillewis.bsky.social · 15d

Assata Shakur has "died in Havana, Cuba, as a result of health conditions and her advanced age."

She was 78.

Assata Shakur, political activist and ex-Black Liberation Army member, has died

Assata Shakur “died in Havana, Cuba, as a result of health conditions and her advanced age,” according to Cuba’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

www.whatimreading.net

July @julianlytle.bsky.social · 17d

Just saw that Homeland Security video on Twitter where they used the Pokémon theme. It's really messing me up right now. The inhumanity of it, the blatant use of a children's show & game to spread it, & knowing they think no one can stop them—just nasty, sick work.

July @julianlytle.bsky.social · 19d

The Mandelorian and Grogu trailer left me very cold. Never watched the show and this didn't draw me in.

July @julianlytle.bsky.social · 21d

So new WikiLeaks incoming?

The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · 21d

The Trump administration said it will require journalists at the Pentagon to pledge they won’t gather any information that hasn’t been authorized for release.

Under the policy, the Pentagon may revoke press passes for anyone it deems a security threat.

Pentagon demands journalists pledge to not obtain unauthorized material

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is imposing strict new rules that would severely limit the ability of journalists to report on the Pentagon.

www.washingtonpost.com

July @julianlytle.bsky.social · 21d

Yeah but this platform doesn't do what TikTok does. With folks, especially young folks aren't going to come here after it's ruined for them.

July @julianlytle.bsky.social · 22d

Here's my review of #Him, far from perfect doesn't deserve the "rotten" tag though.

RIOTUS / Geek Girl Riot @geekgiririotus.bsky.social · 22d

Marlon Wayans Shines in Uneven Football Horror ‘Him’

Him, directed by Justin Tipping and produced by Jordan Peele, blends football, fame, and horror into a psychological thriller led by Marlon Wayans and Tyriq Withers. With strong performances and striking visuals, the film grips early but…

Marlon Wayans Shines in Uneven Football Horror ‘Him’

Him, directed by Justin Tipping and produced by Jordan Peele, blends football, fame, and horror into a psychological thriller led by Marlon Wayans and Tyriq Withers. With strong performances and striking visuals, the film grips early but stumbles by the end, leaving a conflicted yet memorable impression.