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Sadie Witkowski, PhD

@sadiewit.bsky.social

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Constantly ranting about fandom (mostly Supernatural) & science (mostly 🧠) Scientist, storyteller, scuba diver, podcaster

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Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · Nov 7

Watched Casablanca last night with friends to give myself a little break.

Somehow, it feels hopeful to watch a WW2 movie about resistance that came out BEFORE the nazis were defeated. We forget that unlike movies, we don’t know the end of this story.

WE get to make the ending ourselves.

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Matt Novak @paleofuture.bsky.social · 21h

"Dr. Bray said the airline rebooked them on another flight for Thursday. He said he was hoping for the best. 'I may sound conspiratorial, but I don’t think it is a coincidence,' he added. 'We’re at a hotel and we’re just going to try again.'

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Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · 4d

Ahhhh! So jelly I couldn’t be there 🥰

Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · 4d

Wait, did yall get real tattoos?!

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Denim-Wrapped Nightmares, a Supernatural Podcast @dwnpod.bsky.social · 6d

This fall, join podcasts "Denim-wrapped Nightmares" (co-hosts Berly & LA) and "In Defense of Fandom" (host @sadiewit.bsky.social) as they celebrate the 20th anniversary of Supernatural!

We'll chat with special guests from the SPN Family about MUSIC. More to come!

Fandom | Podcast Recommendations

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Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · 10d

Just completed my registration for #SciWri and I can't wait to see my journo friends in my city! Who all wants to get drinks? 🍹

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Angie - SPNVan25, SPNNash25 @southernhkychik.bsky.social · 13d

Just heard there are almost no vendors at this con because none of them could make it across the border with merch so most cancelled. Jesus, Trump sucks. #SPNVan

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Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · 13d

Happy to do so anytime 😂🥰

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imsi.institute @imsi.institute · 14d

In our new Emerging Technologies episode Rebecca Willett, Stanley Chan, and David Lindell join hosts @sam.mathcomms.com and @sadiewit.bsky.social for a conversation about computational imaging, including glasses for telescopes and speed of light matrix effects

www.imsi.institute/podcast/emer...

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Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · 16d

Going on a bike ride home from a coffee shop helped, but I’m def still buzzing

Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · 16d

Yup, that’s about where I’m at!

Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · 16d

It’s not helping that I’ve had something like 4 cups of coffee when I usually just drink 1.

Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · 16d

Have you ever vibrated with anxiety? 🫨No? Just me?

Cool cool cool

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Chanda Prescod-Weinstein 🌌 @chanda.blacksky.app · 19d

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Tesla Robotaxi Reports 3 Crashes In Austin On One Day, Hides Details

One of the crashes was with a static object with minor injuries and the Tesla towed away. And a 4th crash was not reported. This does not look good.

www.forbes.com

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Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · 20d

The world is kind of terrifying right now, but at least I’m protected against Covid & the flu!

Aka, this is your reminder to get your seasonal shots!

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Mo Ryan @moryan.bsky.social · 22d

There's also a shakedown ("meaningful personal donation") because of course there always is

Eli Valley @elivalley.bsky.social · 22d

The largest owner of ABC affiliates will run a state-TV style Charlie Kirk Memorial instead of Kimmel this Friday and throughout the weekend:

Sinclair tweet:
Sinclair Says Kimmel Suspension is Not Enough, Calls on FCC and ABC to Take Additional Action

Sinclair’s ABC stations to Air Special in Remembrance of Charlie Kirk During Jimmy Kimmel Live! Friday Timeslot

Sinclair, the nation’s largest ABC affiliate group, objects to recent comments made by Mr. Kimmel concerning the assassination of Charlie Kirk.

As discussed with ABC earlier today, Sinclair decided to indefinitely preempt Jimmy Kimmel Live beginning tonight. Following these discussions, ABC suspended production of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”

“Mr. Kimmel’s remarks were inappropriate and deeply insensitive at a critical moment for our country,” said Vice Chairman Jason Smith. “We believe broadcasters have a responsibility to educate and elevate respectful, constructive dialogue in our communities. We appreciate FCC Chairman Carr’s remarks today, and this incident highlights the critical need for the FCC to take immediate regulatory action to address control held over local broadcasters by the big national networks.”

Sinclair’s ABC stations will air a special in remembrance of Charlie Kirk this Friday, during the Jimmy Kimmel Live! timeslot. The special will also air across all Sinclair stations this weekend. In addition, Sinclair is offering the special to all ABC affiliates across the country.

Sinclair will not lift the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel Live! on our stations until formal discussions are held with ABC regarding the network’s commitment to professionalism and accountability.
Sinclair also call upon Mr. Kimmel to issue a direct apology to the Kirk family. Furthermore, Sinclair asks Mr. Kimmel to make a meaningful personal donation to the Kirk Family and Turning Point USA.

Regardless of ABC’s plans for the future of the program, Sinclair intends not to return Jimmy Kimmel Live! to our air until we are confident that appropriate steps have been taken to uphold the standards expected of a national broadcast platform.
8:24 PM · Sep 17, 202…

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Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · 23d

Finally, I want to hype Meghan’s upcoming comic: Mary Sue!

It’s truly her love letter to the world of fandom
www.boom-studios.com/archives/fir...

First Look: Mary Sue #1 - BOOM! Studios

Despite what her mom thinks, Cassie has lots of friends—they just all happen to be online, where she can talk to them about her beloved favorite show, Riverview, and get their feedback on her fan fic ...

www.boom-studios.com

Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · 23d

We also cover lots of general fandom discussions sting shipping, fanfic, community, and fandom conventions!

Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · 23d

But she still has only the best things to say about #spnfamily and how the fandom has continued to endure. ❤️

Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · 23d

Meghan also isn’t afraid to have opinions about #supernatural that she jokes has gotten her in trouble with fellow fans before 🤣

Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · 23d

Instead! She got a show runners assistant role, under Andrew Dabb!

Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · 23d

After 2 years, she knew she needed to make the jump to a TV company to start writing.

She interviewed for a writers PA position for #supernatural…. And didn’t get it.

Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · 23d

She didn’t know anyone in the business when she first started, and just had to start as an office PA for a theatrical marketing company, mostly driving around LA as a runner.

Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · 23d

Meghan started out wanting to be a youth pastor & thought she might just “tell stories on the side”

Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · 23d

Hey #spnfamily, check out my newest interview with fellow fan-turned-writer, Meghan Fitzmartin! Not convinced? I'll share a few enticing tidbits in the thread below 🧵

Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · Sep 9

Somehow after the craziness of #SPNChicago, I managed to put out a new episode of In Defense of Fandom!

I hope you all enjoy this conversation with #SPN writer Meghan Fitzmartin!

podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b...

Bonus: Interview with Meghan Fitzmartin

Podcast Episode · In Defense of Fandom · 09/09/2025 · Bonus · 59m

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Sadie Witkowski, PhD @sadiewit.bsky.social · 26d

Saaaaaaaame! So glad to be a part of this weird lil dysfunctional family. It truly brings me so much joy 🥰