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Tim Nwachukwu @timnwachukwu.bsky.social · 2h

You might be right 😂 I like to share SPJ’s ethics code as it covers most bases/considerations for folks working in journalism or non-journos occasionally put in these positions

I work independently and try being extra considerate of that. Even in past staff jobs minimizing harm was rule #1 to me.

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Tim Nwachukwu @timnwachukwu.bsky.social · 2h

For journalists (staff or independent), the Society of Professional Journalists’ Code of Ethics typically is what we subscribe to:

www.spj.org/pdf/spj-code...

www.spj.org

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🏳️‍🌈 Ms. Marya E. Gates 🦩 @oldfilmsflicker.bsky.social · 1d

"When I look back on my life, it’s the time periods of perceived success that I do the least amount of growing and the most amount of atrophy, and the times of perceived failures that I find myself."

For @letterboxd.social I spoke to Ethan Hawke about BLUE MOON

Unplanned Obsolescence: Ethan Hawke on going to those dark places—while keeping it funny—in Richard Linklater’s Blue Moon • Journal • A Letterboxd Magazine

As Richard Linklater’s Blue Moon opens in theaters, Ethan Hawke talks to Marya E. Gates about embodying real-life lyricist Lorenz Hart, the nourishment of creative community and the ultra-fine line be...

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Tim Nwachukwu @timnwachukwu.bsky.social · 1d

I’m 31, past 5-6 years have been so important to unpack the ways/times I didn’t-but-tried hard to fit normative molds. This last year, I’m at a point where I can accept this AND start to love myself without worrying about patriarchal acceptance, while also enforcing real boundaries. So liberating 🤌🏾❤️

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Tim Nwachukwu @timnwachukwu.bsky.social · 1d

Snagged a couple t-shirts from 5B maybe 3-4 years ago and I’m shocked they’re still holding up! I love/hate that they knew my audience so well: celestial/woo and wolf packs 🤌🏾😂

Tim Nwachukwu @timnwachukwu.bsky.social · 2d

I feel that 😂 But, good work is still good work! A longtime homie/colleague of mine, Aaron Reiss, was a staff writer at The Athletic; now works for Beehiiv helping indie creators to get settled on the platform. He’s not on here, but look him up if you do make the transition and he can get you set!

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Tim Nwachukwu @timnwachukwu.bsky.social · 2d

Have you looked at Beehiiv at all? A bunch of independent journos (myself included) use it. The platform is quite user-friendly, and the developers intentionally set it up for authors to really monetize their work (I say that with all 15 subscribers but 🤷🏾‍♂️😂)

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James Nalton @jdnalton.bsky.social · 2d

Preorder issue one of the Protagonist Soccer Zine: "Tales of New York". I've something in it about NYC ⚽, @nyintfc.bsky.social, finding soccer clubs, and a bit about why I started covering American soccer in the first place @protagonistsoccer.bsky.social www.protagonistsoccer.com/shop/rdli1h4...

Images from the Protagonist Soccer Zine, issue one, tales of New York

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Leah Millis @leahmillis.bsky.social · 3d

I’ve seen this a few times & this is why context w content & media literacy matters. This person is a professional photojournalist who knowingly puts his name next to his photos every time he covers something. I’m asking people to respect that. & crediting professional journalism is helpful context.

Patti T. @ptuller.bsky.social · 3d

Will highlighting and crediting the photographer also make him a target???

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Leah Millis @leahmillis.bsky.social · 3d

The @chicago.suntimes.com photographer who risked their personal health and safety to take this photograph is Anthony Vazquez. Please credit photographers and media outlets. In this age of misinformation, a photo with no context could be anything at all.

50501: The People’s Movement ❌👑 @50501movement.bsky.social · 3d

Please remind us who the domestic terrorists are again.

Photo from Chicago: DHS militarized agent holding a gun up directly in someone’s face as the victim has their hands up, pleading for them not to shoot.

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Tim Nwachukwu @timnwachukwu.bsky.social · 4d

It’s an expensive time + price cost. Reliable used cars are often priced to require down payments + bank loans. Finding a safe + cheap car is rare. One that “runs fine” requires regular work w/ a mechanic or self-instruction. Live somewhere w/o good public transit? You’re screwed that much more 🤷🏾‍♂️

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Tim Nwachukwu @timnwachukwu.bsky.social · 4d

October marks a year back in business! It’s been a helluva journey so far 😂 I’m proud of the strides made for this self-funded indie photo agency. To celebrate I made two web magazines!

#photography #sports #news #creator #mutualaid

$15 each, both for $20 - www.nwachukwu.works/-/galleries/...

The front cover of SLICES LIFE by Nwachukwu Works containing an image of a grackle chick being fed in a nest in Freeport, Texas.

The front cover of SLICES SPORT by Nwachukwu Works containing a front cover image of a crowd under red lights at a 2025 FIFA Club World Cup match in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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Jeff Carlisle @jeffreycarlisle.bsky.social · 5d

Daouda Peeters went from playing for Juventus, to being paralyzed from the waist down due to a rare neurological condition, to getting back on the field with the Las Vegas Lights of the USL-Championship. He spoke to ESPN about his long journey back.

www.espn.com/soccer/story...

Daouda Peeters: From Juventus, to paralysis, to the USL with Las Vegas

Daouda Peeters was on a fast track to success at Juventus only for a rare neurological disorder to halt his career in its tracks.

www.espn.com

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Phil Lewis @phillewis.bsky.social · 5d

Government workers 👇🏾

Lunch is on the house:

Being in the heart of downtown DC, we love that so many of our Federal employees stop by during lunch for a Donburi at China Chilcano or a Fútbol Club at Jaleo. And just because the government is shut down doesn't mean you have to miss out on your favorite lunch spot- because this time, its on us!
Join us for lunch from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM at any of our participating restaurants and enjoy a free lunch item when you present your government ID-you heard that right! Dine in with us Monday through Friday and choose your favorite: a sandwich at Jaleo, a donburi at China Chilcano, a wrap or pita at Zaytinya, or a torta at Oyamel.
We've always believed in serving our community with open arms and good food-no shutdown can stop that.

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The National Press Photographers Association @nppa.org · 5d

“The National Press Photographers Association (NPPA) is issuing a national alert to all photographers, editors, and news organizations regarding a growing trend of credentialing agreements that strip journalists of their legal rights as a condition of access.”
Article here: nppa.org/news/815

NPPA Warns Journalists Against Rights-Grabbing Credentialing Agreements

The National Press Photographers Association (NPPA) is issuing a national alert to all photographers, editors, and news organizations regarding a growing trend of credentialing agreements that strip j...

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Megan Feringa @meganferinga.bsky.social · 8d

“You don’t have a period but that’s fine. You’re an athlete.” A caveat accompanying countless medical results, despite inevitable danger, lines being drawn between sacrifices periods + sporting success. A piece for my sister + those challenging the system. www.nytimes.com/athletic/658...

In women’s sports, athletes losing their periods was long considered normal. Not anymore

A byproduct of wider issues, periods continue to be missed, ignored or misunderstood in elite sports

www.nytimes.com

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Tim Nwachukwu @timnwachukwu.bsky.social · 8d

ADHD meds (thank God for non-stimulants), sleepytime tea with the melatonin, plus a couple eye drops from work screen time 🤌🏾😮‍💨

Life + work might be stressful, but I owe myself eight hours of proper sleep. I can’t do more or be better without real rest.

Tim Nwachukwu @timnwachukwu.bsky.social · 9d

Reminds me of playing career mode in FIFA years ago. I could get the big players, win the games/trophies, build a massive stadium, all with billion-dollar budgets.

But at that point, then the game stopped being about fun. I’d wipe a career and start fresh if it meant I could have fun again.

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Tim Nwachukwu @timnwachukwu.bsky.social · 9d

This is a dope initiative, thank you for doing this! I just registered my business and will try to update it ASAP

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Positive Black Content @miiriya.com · 9d

I created an app where you can shop Black Owned Businesses on one app. It has a Mutual Aid section and so far it helped raise $150,000+ people struggling in the community. Reaching out to Blacksky to help spread this, this combo of helping Black Businesses, simultaneously giving back is amazing and-

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 10d

Until now, freelancing didn’t come with a roadmap. But thanks to the IIJ’s Freelance Quick Start Guide, there’s now a free, self-paced resource to make sure you hit the ground running: bit.ly/iijquickstart

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PBS News @pbsnews.org · 10d

Thirty paintings created by the bushy-haired, soft-spoken Bob Ross will soon be up for auction to defray the costs of programming for small and rural public television stations suffering under cuts in federal funding. https://to.pbs.org/4nEQMrw

Bob Ross paintings to be auctioned to support public TV stations after federal funding cuts

All profits will help public TV stations with licensing fees for popular programs that include "The Best of Joy of Painting" and "America's Test Kitchen."

www.pbs.org

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Tim Nwachukwu @timnwachukwu.bsky.social · 12d

Waves of late drama between San Diego and Washington packed into a Sunday matinée 🤌🏾

Images: www.nwachukwu.works/-/galleries/...

#nwsl #woso

Nwachukwu Works | USA - October 5, 2025 - NWSL: Washington Spirit v San Diego Wave FC

Gallery: USA - October 5, 2025 - NWSL: Washington Spirit v San Diego Wave FC on Nwachukwu Works

www.nwachukwu.works

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Tim Nwachukwu @timnwachukwu.bsky.social · 14d

But again, I’m alive and on my way to do some work (and get paid!). Things will (hopefully) be okay.

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Tim Nwachukwu @timnwachukwu.bsky.social · 14d

It feels lame to look for where to place blame. Some things just take time.

Though I do find it ironic that places saying they aren’t interested or ghosting use past work I did with Getty (my last employer). Sometimes I think I shouldn’t have left. Then I remember I likely wouldn’t be alive today 🤷🏾‍♂️

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