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Colin Smith

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He/Him; occasional writer/rent-a-gob; aspiring lightsaber duellist; ex-roller derby official; ex-wrestling commentator Once gave a conference presentation titled "Heavy Metal is My Religion" (MHMC 2019, Aalto University) https://linktr.ee/welcometotsavo

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Colin Smith @welcometotsavo.bsky.social · Jan 18

When I was younger I watched Highlander and Hellraiser, and my fevered imagination somehow put a Lord of the Rings spin on them both to produce this...

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The Fifth Horseman

Visit Amazon's The Fifth Horseman page and shop for all The Fifth Horseman books. Check out pictures, author information and reviews of The Fifth Horseman

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Colin Smith @welcometotsavo.bsky.social · 11h

FYI: likely to be quiet this weekend (me, not BlueSky). Officiating a wedding. As you do.

It's been an interesting year!

Colin Smith @welcometotsavo.bsky.social · 1d

Angel to some. Demon to others.

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Good times.

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😱🤯😂🤯😱

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Re-read Star Wars Legacy Vol 4 (because, why not) and I legitimately enjoyed it more this time than any previous read-through .

Colin Smith @welcometotsavo.bsky.social · 1d

What he wrote Vs What he filmed

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More Perfect Union @moreperfectunion.bsky.social · 1d

There's a bill on Gavin Newsom's desk right now that would stop monopoly utility companies from adding the costs of their lobbying and PR campaigns into customers' bills.

It's unclear if Newsome will sign the bill, despite 93% of voters agreeing with its premise.

Colin Smith @welcometotsavo.bsky.social · 1d

How would you describe them?

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#TheInternetIsForever

emptywheel @emptywheel.bsky.social · 1d

Huh. Gonna be an awkward day for Secretary of State-National Security Advisor-Acting Archivist Marco Rubio.

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Part of a letter sent by a bunch of GOP members of Congress in favor of granting Maria Corina Machado the Nobel Peace Prize, which she won today.

The last three paragraphs, before Rick Scott and Marco Rubio's signature, reads:

The Maduro regime's abuses and assaults on the civil society and legitimate
political activity of Venezuelan citizens have caused millions to flee to other countries,
while millions more have had no choice but to remain in the prison Maduro has
imposed on them. The peace of the region has been greatly disturbed by Maduro’s
welcoming of some of the world’s worst actors, including terrorists and dictators who
support him.
It is our firm belief that María Corina Machado’s courageous and selfless
leadership, and unyielding dedication to the pursuit of peace and democratic ideals,
make her a most deserving candidate for this prestigious award. Her efforts not only
highlight the urgent need for international solidarity in the face of aggressive and
expansive authoritarianism but also serve as a reminder of the power of individual
bravery in the quest for justice.

Colin Smith @welcometotsavo.bsky.social · 1d

#ReleaseTheEpsteinFiles

Colin Smith @welcometotsavo.bsky.social · 1d

Perfect!

Colin Smith @welcometotsavo.bsky.social · 1d

🤣🤘🏻👇🏻🤘🏻🤣

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Colin Smith @welcometotsavo.bsky.social · 1d

These fvckin' people...🤣

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Colin Smith @welcometotsavo.bsky.social · 1d

Did you watch The Hack? I can't believe papers have gotten away with destroying lives for so long. That's why I've signed the petition, set up by Hugh Grant and other phone hacking victims, to demand fair, independent regulation. Join me: you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/a-...

A Free Press, Not a Free Pass – It's Time for Fair Regulation

For too long, the UK press have bullied people, harassed grieving families, and destroyed lives, all to sell papers. We’ve all seen the heartbreaking consequences. They’ve hacked phones, listened to ...

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Colin Smith @welcometotsavo.bsky.social · 1d

Oh, they just went there...

Colin Smith @welcometotsavo.bsky.social · 1d

a man in a suit and tie is sitting at a table with his mouth open .

ALT: a man in a suit and tie is sitting at a table with his mouth open .

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The Canary @thecanaryuk.bsky.social · 1d

Zarah Sultana's speech in Leeds shows the energy and hope around Your Party is back

The creation of a new left party was never going to be easy - but Zarah Sultana's appearance in Leeds cemented hope with the people watching
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Zarah Sultana's speech in Leeds shows the energy and hope around Your Party is back

The creation of a new left party was never going to be easy - but Zarah Sultana's appearance in Leeds cemented hope

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The Green Party of England & Wales @greenparty.org.uk · 1d

Mental health doesn't take a day off.

The Green Party is committed to ensuring mental health and physical health care are equally prioritised.

That means funding major improvements in mental health care - so that all of us can access the support we need, when we need it.