Josie H
@trombonejo.bsky.social
Barely practising trombonist/ proud trade unionist/ professional environmentalist/ late diagnosed neuro spicy feminist/ unrepentant geek/ loves posts of beautiful art & cute pets/ loves kids/ childfree by choice/ happily married to a bass playing engineer
Fun fact. The 20 C artist Alexander Calder built a whole minature circus made of tiny trapezes and the like, and wire figures who he manipulated in performances lasting up to 2 hours. You can see more at Understanding Alexander Calder through 6 Pivotal Artworks | Artsy share.google/Hmzcka41d1Dz...
Understanding Alexander Calder through 6 Pivotal Artworks
From wire portraits to hanging mobiles, these works trace the development of a pioneer of 20th-century sculpture.
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December 22, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Fun fact. The 20 C artist Alexander Calder built a whole minature circus made of tiny trapezes and the like, and wire figures who he manipulated in performances lasting up to 2 hours. You can see more at Understanding Alexander Calder through 6 Pivotal Artworks | Artsy share.google/Hmzcka41d1Dz...
I'm reading the dense but fascinating book 'The making of the English Working Class' by EP Thomas, which is pretty much the definitive guide to the development of Trade Unionism in England. Its startling to compare how self evident working class politics actually is as opposed to how today's (1/n)
December 14, 2025 at 11:08 PM
I'm reading the dense but fascinating book 'The making of the English Working Class' by EP Thomas, which is pretty much the definitive guide to the development of Trade Unionism in England. Its startling to compare how self evident working class politics actually is as opposed to how today's (1/n)
The alt text are a must read
THREAD. A collection of photographs of excellent sheep I have met on walks.
You will find the captions to each photo in the alt text.
You will find the captions to each photo in the alt text.
December 14, 2025 at 9:15 PM
The alt text are a must read
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History inspires us to resist, this reminded me of a favourite cartoon...
December 14, 2025 at 12:30 AM
History inspires us to resist, this reminded me of a favourite cartoon...
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Why not read something new? You’ve earned it
Everyone who shares this or buys this book is helping me say "Fuck you, Satan" to Unbound.
FINAL book giveaway of the year.
To enter: reply below & repost this extract.
Up for grabs:
THREE signed Villager paperbacks with free art (bookmarks & postcards) by my parents.
Enter if you enjoy
Folklore
Nature
Rivers
Hills
Social history
Lost art
Ghost
Tangled psychedelic narratives
Silliness
To enter: reply below & repost this extract.
Up for grabs:
THREE signed Villager paperbacks with free art (bookmarks & postcards) by my parents.
Enter if you enjoy
Folklore
Nature
Rivers
Hills
Social history
Lost art
Ghost
Tangled psychedelic narratives
Silliness
December 10, 2025 at 5:52 AM
Why not read something new? You’ve earned it
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A book from the 19th century that depicts the Rhine Valley by creating an impression of three-dimensionality and spatial distance.
@MasayukiTsuda2 #globalmuseum #books #travel #19thcentury
@MasayukiTsuda2 #globalmuseum #books #travel #19thcentury
December 2, 2025 at 7:02 PM
A book from the 19th century that depicts the Rhine Valley by creating an impression of three-dimensionality and spatial distance.
@MasayukiTsuda2 #globalmuseum #books #travel #19thcentury
@MasayukiTsuda2 #globalmuseum #books #travel #19thcentury
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i’m sorry what the fuck are you tryna sell me?
November 26, 2025 at 7:29 PM
i’m sorry what the fuck are you tryna sell me?
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Speaking truth to power.
Good morning to Brazilian reporter Manuela Borges, who’s been waiting eleven years for this petty moment. ❤️ 🇧🇷
November 27, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Speaking truth to power.
dear follower: it is important you, specifically watch this video in its entirety
97: Defending yourself against a bionic leg with master ken
November 22, 2025 at 12:24 AM
I think we should all be working a 4 day week for the same pay as a 5 day week, with a pro rata equivalence for those not working 5 days a week.
Utilities should be government-owned with a long-term mandate to make them free, including robust public housing.
"my least woke opinion is---"
That's enough. We've had enough people indulging in the "thrill of a little conservatism", as a treat. Of considering reactionary thought to be a salacious and taboo in a world descending into reactionary mania.
Give me your MOST woke opinions. We're bringing it back.
That's enough. We've had enough people indulging in the "thrill of a little conservatism", as a treat. Of considering reactionary thought to be a salacious and taboo in a world descending into reactionary mania.
Give me your MOST woke opinions. We're bringing it back.
November 15, 2025 at 9:25 AM
I think we should all be working a 4 day week for the same pay as a 5 day week, with a pro rata equivalence for those not working 5 days a week.
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THIS IS AMAZING. ALSO WHAT, IF ANYTHING, DID WE FORGET TO RUIN?
A List of Things Said to Have Been Ruined by Women
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November 6, 2025 at 9:19 PM
THIS IS AMAZING. ALSO WHAT, IF ANYTHING, DID WE FORGET TO RUIN?
@mandykathryn.bsky.social. I'm sorting through some old records from a friend and wondered if you remembered recording this?
November 2, 2025 at 8:13 PM
@mandykathryn.bsky.social. I'm sorting through some old records from a friend and wondered if you remembered recording this?
I am looking for recommendations for well researched books on the history and mythology of circuses from around the world. I only read English, so it needs to be an English translation or an English language book. #circus #history #mythology
October 19, 2025 at 3:00 PM
I am looking for recommendations for well researched books on the history and mythology of circuses from around the world. I only read English, so it needs to be an English translation or an English language book. #circus #history #mythology
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; a #WorldMentalHealthDay reminder that 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵
is NOT synonymous with 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀.
we all have mental health; we do not all experience mental illness. ♡
#MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #MentalWellness #MentalIllness
is NOT synonymous with 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀.
we all have mental health; we do not all experience mental illness. ♡
#MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #MentalWellness #MentalIllness
October 10, 2025 at 3:20 PM
; a #WorldMentalHealthDay reminder that 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵
is NOT synonymous with 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀.
we all have mental health; we do not all experience mental illness. ♡
#MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #MentalWellness #MentalIllness
is NOT synonymous with 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀.
we all have mental health; we do not all experience mental illness. ♡
#MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #MentalWellness #MentalIllness
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Don't threaten us with a good time, Daily Express.
October 9, 2025 at 7:01 AM
Don't threaten us with a good time, Daily Express.
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The Tank Man the USA deserves
October 5, 2025 at 11:56 PM
The Tank Man the USA deserves
@alicefraser.bsky.social thought you'd like this little ditty www.facebook.com/share/r/1DM2...
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October 5, 2025 at 9:23 AM
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@domjolly.bsky.social what engine do you reckon this is?
This is Zeus. He sometimes gets zoomies just like other dogs, but unlike other dogs, he has a pit crew. 13/10 (TT: zeuscampbell)
October 3, 2025 at 4:43 PM
@domjolly.bsky.social what engine do you reckon this is?
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An autistic woman minding her own business has somehow become the scapegoat for friend-group beef that has absolutely nothing to do with her, it has been rumoured.
Huh? Autistic woman wondering how she became centre of friend group drama
An autistic woman minding her own business has somehow become the scapegoat for friend-group beef that has absolutely nothing to do with her, it has been rumoured. Third-year Law student, Ellie…
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October 1, 2025 at 1:31 PM
An autistic woman minding her own business has somehow become the scapegoat for friend-group beef that has absolutely nothing to do with her, it has been rumoured.
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A very brave abled man has made it his personal mission to protect public facilities from anyone who doesn’t look disabled enough, sources have claimed.
Brave! Random man frothing at mouth to police your hidden disability
A very brave abled man has made it his personal mission to protect public facilities from anyone who doesn’t look disabled enough, sources have claimed. Robert Noot, 64, a self-proclaimed champion…
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September 24, 2025 at 5:08 PM
A very brave abled man has made it his personal mission to protect public facilities from anyone who doesn’t look disabled enough, sources have claimed.
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It is very important that you read/watch this about parrots video calling each other. www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/s...
Scientists Taught Pet Parrots to Video Call Each Other—and the Birds Loved It
Wild parrots tend to fly in flocks, but when kept as single pets, they may become lonely and bored
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September 16, 2025 at 2:15 AM
It is very important that you read/watch this about parrots video calling each other. www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/s...