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Poletti (they/them)
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Non-binary. Co-Founder of Round Ball Australia. Host of The Dubcast. Commentator for Football NSW. I enjoy sports. Opinions are mine, all mine.
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Poletti (they/them) @itspoletti.bsky.social · Mar 1
Happy one year on oestrogen day to all who celebrate.

Spoiler alert: It's me.

I've got some news to share as I continue my journey of self-discovery towards being my authentic self. It hasn't been easy and I felt keeping it under wraps for a while was the safer option, but the time feels right.
A screenshot of a note on a notes app with black text on a light pink background which reads: Today marks a very special day in my ongoing journey of self-discovery to live as my authentic self. One year ago, on March 2, 2024, I started hormone replacement therapy, and began taking oestrogen as I undertake my transition. It was a massive step for me to make, and one I wish I had taken far sooner, but it's better late than never. My name is not changing, nor are my pronouns. I will still be Poletti, and I will still be using they/them pronouns. I still consider myself to be non-binary rather than trans, but the purpose of this journey is to help my external self reflect how I feel internally, which is not currently the case. I thought about not posting this, because it is A screenshot of a note on a notes app with black text on a light pink background which reads: a lot to put out there, and I know might bring some negativity with it. But that also makes it the perfect time to post it, because LGBTQIA+ people, and particularly trans and gender-diverse people, are increasingly under attack in so many different ways. The visibility of trans and gender-diverse people is even more important in these trying times (if it is safe for them to do so of course, self-preservation is incredibly important), and why I've chosen to reveal this about myself. Thank you to everyone who has given me their support thus far, and will continue to do so in the future. It means more than you will ever know. Regards, Poletti (they/them)
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Trans Moleman, Street Estrogen Junkie @transmoleman.bsky.social · 22h
Jesus fuck, you never really think of the term "scorched earth" until you see it literally.
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samuel @quilombo.bsky.social · 1d
The level of destruction and erasure in the Gaza Strip is simply incredible. North Gaza, before and after:
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Poletti (they/them) @itspoletti.bsky.social · 17h
Right now, yes. But Fowler cooked there in her last games under Sermanni. Add in the depth of players when/if everyone is fit, unless Raso starts getting game-time, she might not be.
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DFAntastic @phillytradesman.bsky.social · 1d
Taijuan Walker is 100x the man of Kershaw, btw.
screenshot of Taijuan Walker pitching on Pride Night at CBP, in front of a rainbow Liberty Bell. He tagged it “Love Wins 🌈 Phillies Win🔔 “
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David_j_roth @davidjroth.bsky.social · 23h
Kershaw really shit on his legacy by deciding he needed to get on the record with the wackest, worst, laziest bigotry right as the curtain was coming down, and it will be tough to remember him any other way. Absolutely one of the greats, but no one can just be normal (or just be quiet) anymore.
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On This Day in Simpsons History @dailysimpsons.bsky.social · 1d
33 years ago today, Flanders saved Homer from a house fire. "Homer the Heretic," first aired October 8, 1992.
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Keith W. Dickinson @keithwdickinson.bsky.social · 1d
Today is a day when arts degrees are worthless, but the product of those degrees is so valuable it would kill an entire industry if they were made to pay for it.
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The Verge @theverge.com · May 26
Nick Clegg says asking artists for use permission would ‘kill’ the AI industry
Nick Clegg says asking artists for use permission would ‘kill’ the AI industry
Paul McCartne, Elton John and others signed an open letter.
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Poletti (they/them) @itspoletti.bsky.social · 18h
If I had sour cream in my fridge, I'd be chowing down on beef stroganoff right now. I'm just chugging down water, which is working.
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Hend Amry @libyaliberty.bsky.social · 1d
Don’t listen to anyone who minimizes the threat of a government that “only” wants to tighten the authoritarian surveillance noose for “some” people. THATS ALWAYS HOW IT BEGINS YOU FASCISM ENABLERS.
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Full Fact @fullfact.org · 1d
On social media and their website, the Liberal Democrats have claimed “Keir Starmer says everyone in the UK will be required to have mandatory digital ID”.

But this isn’t the case, and we can’t find any evidence the Prime Minister said it was.
Digital ID won’t be mandatory for ‘everyone in the UK’ – Full Fact
The Liberal Democrats have claimed Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said everyone in the UK will have to have digital ID, but that’s not the case.
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Poletti (they/them) @itspoletti.bsky.social · 18h
A squeaky-voiced toll booth attendant from The Simpsons looking at a strewn pile of fruits and vegetables all over the road, saying "Mr. Wimbley, it happened again"
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CAMERON WILSON @cameronwilson.bsky.social · 1d
We're now finding out that as many as 70,000 people had their government IDs provided to prove their ages leaked by Discord. Like I wrote last week, this is an inherent risk (and made greater by a rushed process) of getting platforms to do age checks
Discord says 70,000 users may have had their government IDs leaked in breach
The ID pics had been submitted as part of age-related appeals.
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Poletti (they/them) @itspoletti.bsky.social · 22h
Paging @marissalordanic.bsky.social for this very special Olimpico alert at the 2025 NAIDOC Cup for the U16 Football NSW representative side.
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Poletti (they/them) @itspoletti.bsky.social · 1d
It was a pleasure to have Bev Priestman join The Dubcast, and we touched on a wide range of topics both Nix and Canada related, including Quinn and their impact in the football world (because of course I had to ask about Quinn). It is well worth the listen and you should check it out #ALW
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Round Ball Australia @roundballaus.bsky.social · 1d
Wellington Phoenix's A-League Women coach Bev Priestman joined The Dubcast to speak with Poletti about adapting to her first role as a club coach, why she signed with the Wellington Phoenix, being the only female head coach in the A-League Women, and more.

WATCH: youtu.be/vdSLiPvxVN0?...
Wellington Phoenix coach Bev Priestman joins The Dubcast
YouTube video by The Dubcast
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Poletti (they/them) @itspoletti.bsky.social · 1d
You did, and my immediate takeaway is two-fold.
1) The Kaprizov deal at 17m AAV is going to age like milk and the Wild got fleeced
2) With both Eichel and Marner locked in, anything less than 2 Cups over the contracts has to be a failure
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On This Day in Simpsons History @dailysimpsons.bsky.social · 2d
32 years ago today, Sideshow Bob first met his old archenemy: Rakes. "Cape Feare," first aired October 7, 1993.
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Coach Jerry (referee 🔵) @gopher33j.bsky.social · 3d
As somebody with asthma who uses inhalers - SHUT THE FUCK UP. THIS ARTICLE IS SHAMING PEOPLE WITH A CHRONIC CONDITION.

"Significantly" My ass. You know what else does? AI Data centers - corporations - cows - asphalt - THOUSANDS OF OTHERS THINGS THAT ARE NOT MEDICINE.

Fuck you - fuck you again.
Inhalers contribute significantly to global warming, study finds
Millions of Americans using inhalers for chronic lung diseases like asthma may be unknowingly contributing to global warming, according to new research.
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🥀your ghoulfriend gore-igan.⚰️ @hereliescorri.bsky.social · 3d
This has to be the MOST cynical attempt to pretend individuals hold equal responsibility for climate change as corporations I've ever seen. I mean, who can say who's worse: tech billionaires draining earth's water and electricity for AI data centers or selfish people trying to breathe?
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Coach Jerry (referee 🔵) @gopher33j.bsky.social · 3d
As somebody with asthma who uses inhalers - SHUT THE FUCK UP. THIS ARTICLE IS SHAMING PEOPLE WITH A CHRONIC CONDITION.

"Significantly" My ass. You know what else does? AI Data centers - corporations - cows - asphalt - THOUSANDS OF OTHERS THINGS THAT ARE NOT MEDICINE.

Fuck you - fuck you again.
Inhalers contribute significantly to global warming, study finds
Millions of Americans using inhalers for chronic lung diseases like asthma may be unknowingly contributing to global warming, according to new research.
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old uncle BATface @catfacejoe.bsky.social · 3d
tweet screenshot Matt the outlaw @cursedgloryhole Lady behind me at the thing screening last night to her partner "why are they shooting at the dog?" and her partner says very firmly "have you never seen a film before? you watch and information is revealed"
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On This Day in Simpsons History @dailysimpsons.bsky.social · 2d
32 years ago today, Sideshow Bob was paroled. "Cape Feare," first aired October 7, 1993.
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Poletti (they/them) @itspoletti.bsky.social · 2d
Last Exit to Springfield is a better episode, but this is definitely top three in terms of best Simpsons episodes ever.
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Poletti (they/them) @itspoletti.bsky.social · 2d
I remember this happening here in the A-Leagues during a finals game. A substitute was due to take place so the producers lined up an ad break. Sub did not take place. Play continued while the ad break was going and a goal was scored with no commentary (the Paramount+ stream did not have ad breaks)
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Seth Vertelney @svertelney.bsky.social · 2d
oops! (h/t @dreyesceron.bsky.social)
Angel City-KC Current broadcast misses goal during commercial break
Maybe 30-second ads aren't the best way to go.
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Adam McKay @ghostpanther.bsky.social · 2d
It’s almost disorienting to see something this nakedly wonderful put in place by a non Scandinavian Western government in 2025.

Way to go Ireland.
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Mike Sowden @mikeachim.bsky.social · 3d
Damn. This is amazing. £325 per week, paid monthly, for 3 years - and the result was a profit for the Irish economy:
www.citizensinformation.ie/en/employmen...
Post from Threads user rodneyowl: "Ireland has declared the Basic Income for Artists scheme permanent. This will be officially announced in tomorrow’s budget. Details to follow. Congratulations to all who fought for it and the present and future artists of all sorts in Ireland. That includes me 👌We’re just comin to the end of a 3 year pilot scheme. It’s been a roaring success. For every €1 paid out to the 2000 participants, the government got €1.46 back. Can’t argue with that. Other countries are already taking note."
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Round Ball Australia @roundballaus.bsky.social · 2d
Why did we decide to launch #TheSecondBall podcast for the inaugural Australian Championship season? 👇

Listen to episode one now!

🎧 Spotify: bit.ly/4o7mZYf
🖥️ YouTube: bit.ly/4pXgj0N
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Poletti (they/them) @itspoletti.bsky.social · 2d
Chris Jones better have torn his hammy or something, otherwise he needs to be cut immediately.
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CJ Fogler @cjzero.bsky.social · 3d
LMAOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHMYGOD
Trevor Lawrence is something else
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Poletti (they/them) @itspoletti.bsky.social · 2d
McDavid has to win a Cup eventually right?

... Right?
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Poletti (they/them) @itspoletti.bsky.social · 2d
It's nice to be able to expand the Round Ball Australia podcast network with something like this that is well put together and features new voices and discussions (and we might not be done adding to the network 👀)
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Round Ball Australia @roundballaus.bsky.social · 2d
Introducing: The Second Ball Podcast

Our dedicated week-in, week-out look at the Australian Championship.

Ep #1 out now with Lachie Flannigan and Lachie Avil (we know 🤣) for a top-down look at the competition!

🎧 Spotify
open.spotify.com/show/4RJSkxp...
📺 YouTube
youtube.com/watch?v=en1x...
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