Scott A. Johnson, PhD
@scottajohnsonphd.bsky.social
retired prof and dean, active learner and educator, engaged global citizen. IDIC. Proudly Portland-born.
22 addresses across 6 states and UK, highlights SF + London.
now apparently full circle back to Fresno (but circles never end)
22 addresses across 6 states and UK, highlights SF + London.
now apparently full circle back to Fresno (but circles never end)
Pinned
Sunday flashbacks: as we continue the "good trouble" resistance with solidarity and solid reporting, I take a breath each week to a more carefree time (Nixon/Ford?!) - sharing from my adolescent hobby of collecting celebrity photos.
MAGA-illa, he take the money and run Venezuela
January 7, 2026 at 12:23 AM
MAGA-illa, he take the money and run Venezuela
Maybe he was singing old Harry Belafonte lyrics
January 6, 2026 at 9:15 PM
Maybe he was singing old Harry Belafonte lyrics
Also reminiscent of the remark to FEMA director after Katrina - except this time it's "Brownie-nose, you're doing a heck of a job"
January 5, 2026 at 8:17 PM
Also reminiscent of the remark to FEMA director after Katrina - except this time it's "Brownie-nose, you're doing a heck of a job"
He sent this photo in 1974 o4 75. Bold signature. But as a kid, I was thrilled when celebs inscribed it with my name. It felt more personal (ha!) José Ferrer didn't do that, but as a bonus here is the envelope that I am guessing he addressed himself. That feels like a personal touché (a la Cyrano!)
January 5, 2026 at 12:40 AM
He sent this photo in 1974 o4 75. Bold signature. But as a kid, I was thrilled when celebs inscribed it with my name. It felt more personal (ha!) José Ferrer didn't do that, but as a bonus here is the envelope that I am guessing he addressed himself. That feels like a personal touché (a la Cyrano!)
75 years later we may not understand how deeply McCarthyism hysteria especially impacted lives & livelihoods of performers of color. Or, maybe we do, given current attacks by fed officials, agencies, military on Brown/Black people. José Ferrer sustained an illustrious career for nearly 60 years.
January 5, 2026 at 12:40 AM
75 years later we may not understand how deeply McCarthyism hysteria especially impacted lives & livelihoods of performers of color. Or, maybe we do, given current attacks by fed officials, agencies, military on Brown/Black people. José Ferrer sustained an illustrious career for nearly 60 years.
He fought against segregation in DC, attended “crisis” meetings on atomic energy & foreign policy, & signed a letter in 1947 condemning the HUAC investigations & blacklist as “morally wrong.” Less defiant when called to testify himself in 1951 (he claimed naivety, some speculated he named others).
January 5, 2026 at 12:40 AM
He fought against segregation in DC, attended “crisis” meetings on atomic energy & foreign policy, & signed a letter in 1947 condemning the HUAC investigations & blacklist as “morally wrong.” Less defiant when called to testify himself in 1951 (he claimed naivety, some speculated he named others).
Saludos de Enero to a globally renowned multitalented Puerto Rican artist – long before Bad Bunny: José Ferrer born on 1/8. Inaugural Tony winner (‘47) & first Hispanic best actor Oscar (‘50) for Cyrano de Bergerac + many acting/directing/writing awards & noms. Early supporter of progressive causes.
January 5, 2026 at 12:40 AM
Saludos de Enero to a globally renowned multitalented Puerto Rican artist – long before Bad Bunny: José Ferrer born on 1/8. Inaugural Tony winner (‘47) & first Hispanic best actor Oscar (‘50) for Cyrano de Bergerac + many acting/directing/writing awards & noms. Early supporter of progressive causes.
PEACEMAKER president: "I made a vow to have peace, no matter how many people I have to kill to get it."
January 3, 2026 at 5:06 PM
PEACEMAKER president: "I made a vow to have peace, no matter how many people I have to kill to get it."
And it will be tough to give up on Star Trek. But if they are going to go all mirror universe, time for the escape pods.
January 2, 2026 at 10:00 PM
And it will be tough to give up on Star Trek. But if they are going to go all mirror universe, time for the escape pods.
Wait...Obama sign and American flag in the same crowd? How can that be?!
January 2, 2026 at 9:55 PM
Wait...Obama sign and American flag in the same crowd? How can that be?!
No paywall or subscription fee? So it's Freebie & The Beans? (1974 flashback)
January 2, 2026 at 7:29 AM
No paywall or subscription fee? So it's Freebie & The Beans? (1974 flashback)
That's the Rush Hour 4 Trump wants to get made
January 2, 2026 at 5:47 AM
That's the Rush Hour 4 Trump wants to get made
Grue(some)skin
January 1, 2026 at 10:41 PM
Grue(some)skin
Warp speed, Mr. Scott!
December 30, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Warp speed, Mr. Scott!
Just appreciate how the Obama’s mixed marriage has endured - he’s a Sox fan, she’s a Cubs fan.
December 30, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Just appreciate how the Obama’s mixed marriage has endured - he’s a Sox fan, she’s a Cubs fan.
Back to making copies
December 29, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Back to making copies
Ignorant as well as crass. This is like Dan Quayle spelling potatoe.
December 29, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Ignorant as well as crass. This is like Dan Quayle spelling potatoe.
All Quiet On The Western Front will enter public domain January 1. See it again, or for the first time, through Internet Archives, Hoopla (public library service), etc. Remember the message of this film, and that of Lew Ayres, who went from playing Dr. Kildare to being a medic who dared not to kill.
December 28, 2025 at 9:25 PM
All Quiet On The Western Front will enter public domain January 1. See it again, or for the first time, through Internet Archives, Hoopla (public library service), etc. Remember the message of this film, and that of Lew Ayres, who went from playing Dr. Kildare to being a medic who dared not to kill.
He arrived under fire to set up evacuation hospitals, donated all military pay to the Red Cross, and was awarded three battle stars. He returned to a steady on screen career, but never again attained the peak of his early stardom. He sent this photo in early 1976 when I knew him as a tv guest star.
December 28, 2025 at 9:25 PM
He arrived under fire to set up evacuation hospitals, donated all military pay to the Red Cross, and was awarded three battle stars. He returned to a steady on screen career, but never again attained the peak of his early stardom. He sent this photo in early 1976 when I knew him as a tv guest star.
The first Dr. Kildare in 30s/40s, funny in Cukor’s Holiday (1938), an ape in Battle For (1973). More so an artist who lived his values of peace & humanity as Conscientious Objector during WWII in face of public outcry. Served as medic/chaplain's asst in the Pacific, caring for soldiers & civilians.
December 28, 2025 at 9:25 PM
The first Dr. Kildare in 30s/40s, funny in Cukor’s Holiday (1938), an ape in Battle For (1973). More so an artist who lived his values of peace & humanity as Conscientious Objector during WWII in face of public outcry. Served as medic/chaplain's asst in the Pacific, caring for soldiers & civilians.
Remembering Lew Ayres born 117 years ago. He made an immediate, indelible impact in All Quiet On The Western Front (1930), the 1st major media cry for pacifism. Oscar-nom for Johnny Belinda (1948), groundbreaking in its treatment of rape & bigotry. Later the thoughtful VP in Advise & Consent (1962)…
December 28, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Remembering Lew Ayres born 117 years ago. He made an immediate, indelible impact in All Quiet On The Western Front (1930), the 1st major media cry for pacifism. Oscar-nom for Johnny Belinda (1948), groundbreaking in its treatment of rape & bigotry. Later the thoughtful VP in Advise & Consent (1962)…
that is helpful labeling
December 28, 2025 at 12:11 AM
that is helpful labeling
I see one club and three duds
December 28, 2025 at 12:11 AM
I see one club and three duds