Michael Mierendorf
@michaelrm.bsky.social
Family fella working in Marketing Tech; #soccer fan, coach & player; #vinyl, #movies, #comics, and (@Brewers.com, @MNUFC.com, @sv98.de) fan in #Minneapolis. Life: WI -> IL -> CO -> MN
Trying to remain positive.
Trying to remain positive.
Pinned
I’m starting this now and will add as the year goes on.
New things I love in #2025:
New things I love in #2025:
Reading a lot about the healthcare subsidies debate. So far I’ve seen ONE article mention that this vote is the only deal that Dems agreed on to end the shutdown.
The busy news cycle lost the thread and isn’t mentioning this important detail.
www.npr.org/2025/12/11/g...
The busy news cycle lost the thread and isn’t mentioning this important detail.
www.npr.org/2025/12/11/g...
Senate to vote on dueling health care proposals as ACA premium hikes loom
The Senate is set to vote on dueling health care proposals. Both plans are likely to fail, even as Affordable Care Act premiums are set to skyrocket at the end of the year.
www.npr.org
December 11, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Reading a lot about the healthcare subsidies debate. So far I’ve seen ONE article mention that this vote is the only deal that Dems agreed on to end the shutdown.
The busy news cycle lost the thread and isn’t mentioning this important detail.
www.npr.org/2025/12/11/g...
The busy news cycle lost the thread and isn’t mentioning this important detail.
www.npr.org/2025/12/11/g...
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Minneapolis has declared a snow emergency. Day 1 parking rules will begin at 9 p.m. tonight, Dec. 10. More: https://www.minneapolismn.gov/getting-around/snow/snow-emergencies/snow-parking-rules/
December 10, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Minneapolis has declared a snow emergency. Day 1 parking rules will begin at 9 p.m. tonight, Dec. 10. More: https://www.minneapolismn.gov/getting-around/snow/snow-emergencies/snow-parking-rules/
Dang, the Minnesota Yacht Club is getting to be quite legit. www.minnesotayachtclubfestival.com Might need to look into tickets for the fam to see a few of these...
December 9, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Dang, the Minnesota Yacht Club is getting to be quite legit. www.minnesotayachtclubfestival.com Might need to look into tickets for the fam to see a few of these...
If you’re an iPhone or iPad user, and you’re not taking advantage of the recipe feature of Apple News, then please let this brief message convince you to do it.
The UI is awesome, clean, and features are unbeatable. Quick access to ingredients, quick add to shopping list, one tap directions, timer
The UI is awesome, clean, and features are unbeatable. Quick access to ingredients, quick add to shopping list, one tap directions, timer
December 9, 2025 at 4:44 AM
If you’re an iPhone or iPad user, and you’re not taking advantage of the recipe feature of Apple News, then please let this brief message convince you to do it.
The UI is awesome, clean, and features are unbeatable. Quick access to ingredients, quick add to shopping list, one tap directions, timer
The UI is awesome, clean, and features are unbeatable. Quick access to ingredients, quick add to shopping list, one tap directions, timer
Story Cubes: Dec. 7, 2025
(I am writing this while my daughter is at swim lessons)
open.substack.com
December 8, 2025 at 2:39 AM
SNL currently deciding if it’s even worth dunking on this, as there is little absurdity that could be added.
December 5, 2025 at 6:27 PM
SNL currently deciding if it’s even worth dunking on this, as there is little absurdity that could be added.
Some crazy total moves here. More crazy is that a mail rental DVD company has continually evolved to the point they can buy one of the most heralded studios in history.
Netflix reportedly made an offer of $28 per share, mostly in cash, for Warner Bros. Discovery, beating out smaller bids from Paramount and Comcast.
Netflix Wins Warner Bros. Discovery Bidding War And Starts Exclusive Talks, Reports Say
Netflix reportedly made an offer of $28 per share, mostly in cash, for Warner Bros. Discovery, beating out smaller bids from Paramount and Comcast.
www.forbes.com
December 5, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Some crazy total moves here. More crazy is that a mail rental DVD company has continually evolved to the point they can buy one of the most heralded studios in history.
In case you were wondering about the impact of Trump’s racist rhetoric and its impact at the local level, here is how it’s impacting Minneapolis Public Schools.
December 4, 2025 at 3:01 PM
In case you were wondering about the impact of Trump’s racist rhetoric and its impact at the local level, here is how it’s impacting Minneapolis Public Schools.
I’m going to get back into my creative writing with mini-challenges. Come read if you’re into short fiction. #creativewriting
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Story Cubes: A New Writing Challenge
A few years ago I received a small gift from one of my closest friends, Anna.
open.substack.com
December 4, 2025 at 1:12 AM
I’m going to get back into my creative writing with mini-challenges. Come read if you’re into short fiction. #creativewriting
open.substack.com/pub/michaelr...
open.substack.com/pub/michaelr...
#AppleMusicReplay is out. Honestly surprised my kids jamming to songs on repeat didn’t totally skew it like normal. “Feel It Still” is all them for most played 😂
December 2, 2025 at 8:59 PM
#AppleMusicReplay is out. Honestly surprised my kids jamming to songs on repeat didn’t totally skew it like normal. “Feel It Still” is all them for most played 😂
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Photos from St. Paul today captured by MPR photojournalist Kerem Yücel. He filed them even after being hospitalized after being injured by a less lethal munition.
November 26, 2025 at 3:30 AM
Photos from St. Paul today captured by MPR photojournalist Kerem Yücel. He filed them even after being hospitalized after being injured by a less lethal munition.
I am very happy to see snow again. 😊
November 26, 2025 at 4:11 AM
I am very happy to see snow again. 😊
Sad end for #MNUFC, another year, another loss in the semifinals. And maybe the end of DSC’s run with the club? Fun year, gotta wonder what could have been?!
November 25, 2025 at 5:12 AM
Sad end for #MNUFC, another year, another loss in the semifinals. And maybe the end of DSC’s run with the club? Fun year, gotta wonder what could have been?!
😂🤘🎸🥁
Man Who Thought Fleetwood Mac’s ‘The Chain’ Was Over In For Thrill Of His Fucking Life https://theonion.com/man-who-thought-fleetwood-macs-the-chain-was-over-in-for-thrill-of-his-fucking-life/
November 24, 2025 at 9:45 PM
😂🤘🎸🥁
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If you’re wondering why MTG is waiting for January 5 to resign….it’s always about the money
November 22, 2025 at 2:38 AM
If you’re wondering why MTG is waiting for January 5 to resign….it’s always about the money
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They line up perfectly.
November 22, 2025 at 2:32 AM
They line up perfectly.
Maybe I’m jaded or broken by how fed govt works in 2025, but sure feels like all upcoming released files are going to be a big nothing-burger, leading to a day of hype, and no consequences for anyone.
BREAKING: Senate unanimously passes bill to release Epstein files, sending it to Trump's desk to sign.
House passed it 427-1
Senate passed it unanimously
House passed it 427-1
Senate passed it unanimously
November 18, 2025 at 10:40 PM
Maybe I’m jaded or broken by how fed govt works in 2025, but sure feels like all upcoming released files are going to be a big nothing-burger, leading to a day of hype, and no consequences for anyone.
I know some early hot takes are this is bad for #MNUFC, but think of the warm weather gear they can push with this news! apple.news/ATwg2hMG8T1m...
MLS owners vote to flip schedule to European calendar, change format starting in 2027 — The Athletic
PALM BEACH, Fla
apple.news
November 13, 2025 at 9:25 PM
I know some early hot takes are this is bad for #MNUFC, but think of the warm weather gear they can push with this news! apple.news/ATwg2hMG8T1m...
Hey #Minneapolis, go outside! There’s an amazing aurora borealis clear to the naked eye. Never seen an aurora before, simply beautiful.
November 12, 2025 at 2:56 AM
Hey #Minneapolis, go outside! There’s an amazing aurora borealis clear to the naked eye. Never seen an aurora before, simply beautiful.
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Monday night at 9pm Central! No national TV! No other game that night! I simply cannot believe this league’s inability to make any sense!
#MNUFC
#MNUFC
November 10, 2025 at 4:56 AM
Monday night at 9pm Central! No national TV! No other game that night! I simply cannot believe this league’s inability to make any sense!
#MNUFC
#MNUFC
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BREAKING: Jacob Frey wins reelection as mayor of Minneapolis, defeating challengers including democratic socialist and state Sen. Omar Fateh.
Jacob Frey fends off democratic socialist's challenge to win 3rd term as Minneapolis mayor
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has won a third term, defeating challenger Omar Fateh in the city's ranked-choice voting election.
bit.ly
November 5, 2025 at 5:49 PM
BREAKING: Jacob Frey wins reelection as mayor of Minneapolis, defeating challengers including democratic socialist and state Sen. Omar Fateh.