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Sklutecase @sklute.bsky.social · 15h

“your honor, I submit that my client Shawn Corey Carter has never taken a class that could be construed as teaching ‘tae bo’. In fact, at the time of the recording in question, Mr. Carter was not aware of any such fitness program’s existence.”

Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 15h

Could you imagine if Jay-Z took Columbia Records to court in 2001 bc Nas called him a "Tae Bo ho" in "Ether" ?

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 15h

If this ain't the full fledged retirement year, it's definitely trending towards the "aaight y'all, I'm 'bout ta head on out..." season.

The Athletic @theathletic.com · 15h

NEWS: LeBron James will miss the start of the Lakers' season due to sciatica on his right side, the team announced.

He will be re-evaluated in 3-4 weeks.

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 15h

Could you imagine if Jay-Z took Columbia Records to court in 2001 bc Nas called him a "Tae Bo ho" in "Ether" ?

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 16h

Getting ACG'd out and going hiking to literally to get some flicks off is a flex I didn't know I needed to see until today.

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 16h

IT'S ON RECORD FOR ETERNITY THAT HE SUED A RECORD COMPANY BC A SONG THAT DISSED HIM BECAME A MEGAHIT. Just let that sink in for a beat.

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 16h

I can't stop laughing at this bit right here. 😂

Joshua J. Friedman @joshuajfriedman.com · 17h

NEW: Federal judge dismisses Drake's defamation case against Kendrick Lamar storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...

The issue in this case is whether "Not Like Us" can reasonably be understood to convey as a factual matter that Drake is a pedophile or that he has engaged in sexual relations with minors. In light of the overall context in which the statements in the Recording were made, the Court holds that it cannot.

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 17h

Grammy Award-winning and now won in a court of law. I don't wanna hear any more discourse about whether "Not Like Us" is the biggest diss track in the history of the culture. There should be curriculum in schools about this now.

Erik Uebelacker @uebey.bsky.social · 17h

NEW: Drake loses his defamation case against Kendrick Lamar over the “Not Like Us” lyrics.

More coming @courthousenews.bsky.social

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 17h

These dumb-dumbs keep saying Tylenol (the brand) when they're actually talking about acetaminophen (the drug). And they're STILL wrong. I hope Kenvue keeps letting them run up these gaffes in prep of a mean libel lawsuit.

Acyn @acyn.bsky.social · 19h

RFK JR: There are many other confirmations -- there are two studies that show children who are circumcised early have double the rate of autism. It’s highly likely because they are given Tylenol

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 18h

I can't wait to take note of the ppl who get booked to perform on this. All that energy y'all had for Kimmel to get him back on the air? I wanna see it in reverse for the artists here.

Andrea González-Ramírez @andreagonram.bsky.social · 19h

This level of loserdom is actually incredible lmao. Siempre en el lloripari porque les falta sazón, batería y reggaetón 😌

Screenshot from a Turning Point USA tweet announcing their "The All American Halftime Show" for the 2026 Super Bowl

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 19h

I'm not even a bird guy like that and it had me outside in my backyard the next day looking up in the trees. It's so good.

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 19h

You know what else is dope about Listers? The filmmaker, Owen Reiser, turned off ads on and dropped his Venmo in the pinned comment on the YT page for donations for his next work. He gonna make some noise in the future. This @slate.com piece is the reason I gave it a shot in the first place.

One of the Funniest Documentaries of the Year Is Streaming for Free on YouTube

Listers is a journey into the dark and cringy heart of one of the world’s most peculiar hobbies.

slate.com

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 19h

Need something to watch? May I offer the highest recommendation possible for Listers. It's a two-hour long doc of a dude driving cross country to see/register as many birds as possible in one calendar year. It's educational, beautifully shot, and also hilarious.

youtube.com/watch?v=zl-wAqplQAo

LISTERS: A Glimpse Into Extreme Birdwatching

YouTube video by owen reiser

www.youtube.com

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 1d

It's the most liberating feeling when you finally attain this skill and do it right. No more bringing four pairs of sneakers on vacation! What the hell for?! And don't let it be a washing machine on the premises.

Danyel Smith @danyelsmith.bsky.social · 1d

my new thing is i refuse to overpack and i love it

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 1d

Sincerely hope she's okay but I feel like she might be done for the series. (I hope I'm wrong.) Mercury dug in deep tonight.

Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 1d

That Aces/Mercury game was something else. I know the story of the game will be A’ja but bruh… if Copper doesn’t come alive after Sabally went down? Man, listen.

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 2d

I have a couple heavy jackets but nothing full length like this. And what's a car coat? I've never heard of that.

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 2d

It's been a goal of mine to own one insane coat. Then I moved to LA where you don't really need coats and that urge subsided. Thanks Colman Domingo for reigniting this.

SinnamonS @sinnamonscouture.bsky.social · 2d

Good morning 🌞 and happy Tuesday dolls! I hope everyone has a glorious day today! 🩷🌸

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 3d

So you're saying Life of a Showgirl is kinda like how I felt on September 28, 1998 (two days after I turned 20 years old) after getting home from purchasing ATCQ's The Love Movement at Tower Records? Well, when you put it that way...

Jason K Pargin, author @jasonkpargin.bsky.social · 3d

It is SUCH a formative experience the first time your favorite artist releases a bad album. I envy all the kids going through it this week, you’re about to learn so much about the world! You’re learning how to let go!

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 4d

It’s *sooooo* fun to go back and look at the demographic breakdown of voters in the 2024 election to see exactly how we got here. And why? Because the thought of a woman running the country (*AND* in 2016) seemed too outlandish to some.

Kwasi B. @nonstndrd.com · 4d

This country is barreling head first into something and I think we’re all going to find out what pretty soon.

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 4d

They’re gonna shame TS into texting Ice Spice for another feature and it’s gonna work and they’re forget all about the mediocrity again.

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 4d

Working the prize booth at my kids’ school carnival and met one of the new dads. His name is José Luis and he’s blessed bc I’ll never forget his name now. I’ll always associate him w/ N.O.R.E.

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 6d

Your analogy is spot on whether you realize it or not. There is actual lore attached to her discography. (Of which I know none bc I also have never listened to a TS album.)

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 6d

I really thought Subramaranian was gonna give him the business w/ all that tough "consequences for your actions" talk... only to give him 50 months? I thought it was gonna be at least double that. I can't wait to logoff today.

The New York Times @nytimes.com · 6d

Breaking News: Sean Combs was sentenced to more than four years in prison for prostitution-related crimes.

Live Updates: Sean Combs Sentenced to More Than Four Years in Prison

The hip-hop mogul was sentenced after apologizing for his “disgusting, shameful and sick” conduct and his lawyers showed the court a video highlighting his charitable works.

nyti.ms

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Natalie Weiner @natalieweiner.bsky.social · 6d

for every post you make about a major pop album today i decree you make one bandcamp friday purchase

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Dee Phunk @deephunk.bsky.social · 6d

Everyone is different but my 30s were the best times of my life. I think in general you're more perceptive, you have more clarity, you're able to discern things better... I'd say just go w/ your gut as much as humanly possible. Bask in your independence. Trust yourself above all.

essencesimmone.blacksky.app @essencesimmone.blacksky.app · 6d

Those who are 35+, what advice do you have for people just entering their 30s?

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