Derek
@derekdesanges.bsky.social
Writer of books and short stories: derekdesanges.wordpress.com/books
Writer of feature articles & reviews in the museum sector: https://desangeswritings.wordpress.com/
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Profile artwork by Emma Weakley.
Writer of feature articles & reviews in the museum sector: https://desangeswritings.wordpress.com/
Media-adjacent (sorry)
https://linktr.ee/derekdesanges
Profile artwork by Emma Weakley.
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wife got a timer for all of our christmas lights so obviously thinking of this
December 2, 2025 at 1:29 AM
wife got a timer for all of our christmas lights so obviously thinking of this
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When they said AI requires a lot of water I did not think they meant six bathrooms in a 3-bed
December 1, 2025 at 10:43 PM
When they said AI requires a lot of water I did not think they meant six bathrooms in a 3-bed
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Pillion won best British independent film at the BIFA awards, and I’m obsessed with this photo of Alexander Skarsgård with his hand down Harry Melling’s shirt 👀
December 2, 2025 at 10:26 AM
Pillion won best British independent film at the BIFA awards, and I’m obsessed with this photo of Alexander Skarsgård with his hand down Harry Melling’s shirt 👀
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like there's this absolute fury certain men get at the idea of cis women welcoming trans women into their spaces which is way too deeply rooted to be disinterested.
December 2, 2025 at 12:56 PM
like there's this absolute fury certain men get at the idea of cis women welcoming trans women into their spaces which is way too deeply rooted to be disinterested.
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currently thinking about how much of this is driven by men who are flattered by the idea of women's sport existing because men are just so STRONG and POWERFUL, but apoplectic at that idea that women might want to play amateur sport with other women because men are annoying.
December 2, 2025 at 12:54 PM
currently thinking about how much of this is driven by men who are flattered by the idea of women's sport existing because men are just so STRONG and POWERFUL, but apoplectic at that idea that women might want to play amateur sport with other women because men are annoying.
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The best one is Lance Armstrong going "well I'm just concerned about fairness in women's sports" when we all know if he actually thought he could get away with cheating by doing it he would've tried to fake a transition.
December 2, 2025 at 12:36 PM
The best one is Lance Armstrong going "well I'm just concerned about fairness in women's sports" when we all know if he actually thought he could get away with cheating by doing it he would've tried to fake a transition.
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Like, the biggest issue for fairness in sport is that success is positively correlated with wealth, not because rich people are inherently better but because there are structural barriers to involvement in sports (participating, training, etc) if you are poor.
December 2, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Like, the biggest issue for fairness in sport is that success is positively correlated with wealth, not because rich people are inherently better but because there are structural barriers to involvement in sports (participating, training, etc) if you are poor.
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It's interesting the amount of time given to hypothetical inequality by people who entirely ignore actual inequality and abuse.
December 2, 2025 at 11:36 AM
It's interesting the amount of time given to hypothetical inequality by people who entirely ignore actual inequality and abuse.
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How many of these people ever showed the slightest interest in women's sport before
December 2, 2025 at 6:11 AM
How many of these people ever showed the slightest interest in women's sport before
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“I just have concerns about fairness in sport” - no, you don’t. There’s nothing fair about elite sports. You’re just looking for post hoc justification because we give you the ick
December 1, 2025 at 11:41 PM
“I just have concerns about fairness in sport” - no, you don’t. There’s nothing fair about elite sports. You’re just looking for post hoc justification because we give you the ick
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As I remember it, chaos theory had been part of the "mainstream" (ie known to non-mathematicians) for a fairly short period when Arcadia premiered. This is a brilliant argument for the value of the arts, and also for STEM (hate the term, but it works here) literacy among the arts community.
Alt text version. Thanks for sharing Harry.
December 2, 2025 at 12:05 PM
As I remember it, chaos theory had been part of the "mainstream" (ie known to non-mathematicians) for a fairly short period when Arcadia premiered. This is a brilliant argument for the value of the arts, and also for STEM (hate the term, but it works here) literacy among the arts community.
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How can anyone loom whilst sitting down? Alan Moore can.
December 2, 2025 at 12:50 PM
How can anyone loom whilst sitting down? Alan Moore can.
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Thing that amuses me most about this is that pre-beard Alan Moore looks exactly like pre-beard Roy Wood.
December 2, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Thing that amuses me most about this is that pre-beard Alan Moore looks exactly like pre-beard Roy Wood.
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Obviously this is impossible because Alan Moore looks like he's genetically a wizard, it's simply impossible to imagine what he would look like as a schoolboy oh there he is.
Spot Alan Moore in his 6th form Northampton Grammar School photo, taken two days before he was expelled
December 2, 2025 at 9:06 AM
Obviously this is impossible because Alan Moore looks like he's genetically a wizard, it's simply impossible to imagine what he would look like as a schoolboy oh there he is.
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to diminish the humanities is to miss out on a lot of little guys. that’s no way to live.
Netsuke of a Rat Grasping a Soybean Pod, 19th century Japan
November 28, 2025 at 5:41 AM
to diminish the humanities is to miss out on a lot of little guys. that’s no way to live.
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Tadanori Yokoo illustrations for Yukio Mishima's 'Ordeal by Roses'
July 20, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Tadanori Yokoo illustrations for Yukio Mishima's 'Ordeal by Roses'
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OUP say that rage bait differs from clickbait in its intent to evoke “anger, discord and polarization”, which itself is a classic example of rage bait in its flagrant disregard for the Oxford comma.
December 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM
OUP say that rage bait differs from clickbait in its intent to evoke “anger, discord and polarization”, which itself is a classic example of rage bait in its flagrant disregard for the Oxford comma.
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My leader this week on COP www.newscientist.com/article/mg26...
December 1, 2025 at 10:31 AM
My leader this week on COP www.newscientist.com/article/mg26...
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I can't believe they did this
December 1, 2025 at 10:45 AM
I can't believe they did this
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Today (1st December) is the last day to buy a Yuletide bundle!
The PatC Yuletide Bundle 2025 is here!
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Just £6 inc UK P&P: a vintage paperback in the genre of your choice, wrapped seasonally with a library card and a sweet or a tea - a perfect stocking filler, Secret Santa, or little winter treat for yourself 💙📚
shop.prudenceandthecrow.com/products/the...
The Yuletide Bundle! Available until 1st December
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December 1, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Today (1st December) is the last day to buy a Yuletide bundle!
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#nowplaying Suede - Everything Will Flow
Saw @matosman.bsky.social talk about how much this song means to him, so I revisited it after 20+ years. I’m an absolute wally for not doing so sooner because it‘s absolutely wonderful and now one of my favourite Suede songs.
Saw @matosman.bsky.social talk about how much this song means to him, so I revisited it after 20+ years. I’m an absolute wally for not doing so sooner because it‘s absolutely wonderful and now one of my favourite Suede songs.
Suede - Everything Will Flow (Official Video)
YouTube video by Suede HQ
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December 1, 2025 at 9:51 AM
#nowplaying Suede - Everything Will Flow
Saw @matosman.bsky.social talk about how much this song means to him, so I revisited it after 20+ years. I’m an absolute wally for not doing so sooner because it‘s absolutely wonderful and now one of my favourite Suede songs.
Saw @matosman.bsky.social talk about how much this song means to him, so I revisited it after 20+ years. I’m an absolute wally for not doing so sooner because it‘s absolutely wonderful and now one of my favourite Suede songs.
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So if I did start ordering comics online who is the best supplier? Im happy doing pre-orders and stuff and I don't get huge amounts (four or five monthly titles at the moment is think) so wouldn't be bothered if they only got posted out once a month or something
December 1, 2025 at 11:57 AM
So if I did start ordering comics online who is the best supplier? Im happy doing pre-orders and stuff and I don't get huge amounts (four or five monthly titles at the moment is think) so wouldn't be bothered if they only got posted out once a month or something
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Do you think George Michael died on Christmas Day so you could avoid him? Grow up
December 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Do you think George Michael died on Christmas Day so you could avoid him? Grow up
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In this strongly pro-George Michael space, tell me, what are your Top 5 Wham!/George tracks
December 1, 2025 at 10:02 AM
In this strongly pro-George Michael space, tell me, what are your Top 5 Wham!/George tracks
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LLMs are naturally convincing to CEOs because the only skill CEOs need is the one thing LLMs are actually good at: talking confident bullshit.
November 30, 2025 at 3:51 AM
LLMs are naturally convincing to CEOs because the only skill CEOs need is the one thing LLMs are actually good at: talking confident bullshit.