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Lux Alptraum @luxalptraum.com · 14h

TFW you paid $1400 to see Beckett’s most famous work without knowing anything about it

One Star Review of Waiting for Godot on Broadway
I recently attended Waiting for Godot on Broadway and spent over $1,400 for two Row C seats (103 and 104). I'm a longtime admirer of Broadway productions and even hold a season pass for Shea's Performing Arts Theatre, so I came in with genuine enthusiasm and high expectations. Unfortunately, this show was unlike anything ! have ever experienced —and not in a good way.
What I encountered was not the artistry, music, or emotional storytelling I usually associate with Broadway, but instead what felt like an endless cycle of nonsensical conversation between characters who seemed trapped in their own madness. I tried-truly tried-to find meaning, symbolism, or even a thread of emotional resonance. I stayed through the first half hoping the second would offer clarity. But by intermission, it was clear: this was a waste of both time and money.
Keanu Reeves is an actor I respect greatly, but I cannot fathom why he would agree to participate in such a disjointed, inaccessible production. His talent was lost in a performance that defied reason rather than provoked insight.
To anyone considering attending: unless you are drawn to highly abstract, nearly incomprehensible theater, I strongly caution you against this show. For the average, educated, thoughtful theatergoer, it is far more frustrating than fulfilling. In my opinion, this was the single most disappointing Broadway experience I've ever had - an unfortunate waste of money and, more importantly, of time.

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WTF Just Happened Today? @whatthefuckjusthappenedtoday.com · 9h

Day 1723 – Oct. 8, 2025

⚡ "The authoritarian march."

whatthefuckjusthappenedtoday.com/2025/10/08/d...

Day 1723

“The authoritarian march.”

whatthefuckjusthappenedtoday.com

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mpls photo bot @mplsphotobot.bsky.social · 9h

Mural on the Back of the Whittier Kmart Store (1978)
2843 Nicollet Ave.
Source: Hennepin County Library

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Dan Yocum. Ugh. @yocum137.bsky.social · 8h

Who knew that this is all it took to scare ICE.

a.co/d/9zHsDKg

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Lumina @luminousraven.bsky.social · 16h

The way the cops back away as the frog just dances

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ashley fairbanks @ziibiing.com · 11h

i had this random idea the other day and today i made it!

carefax. a form you can fill out to help your friends, partners, lovers, and community show up for you, and you for them.

i’m working on a fillable template, but i wanted to see if people liked the concept and thought i should add anything

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Dan Yocum. Ugh. @yocum137.bsky.social · 20h

a man stands in front of a crowd with the words are you not entertained

ALT: a man stands in front of a crowd with the words are you not entertained

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Dan Yocum. Ugh. @yocum137.bsky.social · 20h

Rome burned while Nero fiddled.

Trump reveals date for White House’s UFC fight: His 80th birthday

thehill.com

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Dan Yocum. Ugh. @yocum137.bsky.social · 1d

Emily

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Dan Yocum. Ugh. @yocum137.bsky.social · 1d

Called it.

www.reuters.com

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Dan Yocum. Ugh. @yocum137.bsky.social · 2d

“Freedom” for me, but not for thee?

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Katie Tightpussy, Editor-In-Chief @katie.bzky.team · 2d

here at the Katie Tightpussy School of Optics we like to stress that Optics Matter. one example of this is that even if link's post is actionable (which is debatable but besides the point), an immediate perma of a vocal critic is a bad look, especially when you're already being accused of racism etc

Aveta👾🇭🇹 @aliafonzy.blacksky.app · 2d

Unfortunate update: Link reached out to BlueSky and got email back now on reason.

His appeal is denied. He will remain permanently banned on BlueSky’s side.

Here are the screenshots he just sent me as of 8:22 AM EST(my time)

A screenshot of an email from the Bluesky Moderation Team with the subject line “Bluesky Account Behavior” sent at 22:15. The email states that a Bluesky account controlled by the recipient, with the handle @spacelawshitpost.me, posted a reply with an image where the alt text reads: Charlie Kirk sitting in a white T-shirt that says “Freedom.” A negative consequence follows. The email indicates this post violates Community Guidelines regarding violent or threatening speech, specifically listing threats of violence or physical harm against individuals, groups, institutions, or the general public, and incitement of self-harm or suicide.

A screenshot of an email continuation from the Bluesky Moderation Team displaying a bulleted list of Community Guidelines violations. The first bullet point describes threats of violence or physical harm as including threats or encouragement of violence against individuals, groups, institutions, or the general public. The second bullet point defines incitement of self-harm or suicide as content that encourages self-harm or suicide. The third bullet point explains wishes of harm as expressions of a desire for harm directed at a specific person or group. Below the bullets, a paragraph states that users may not use Bluesky to break the law or cause harm to others and that all users must be treated with respect. The next paragraph informs the recipient that as a result of these violations, your account has been taken down. A closing paragraph thanks the user for doing their part to keep Bluesky a welcoming and empowering place for all users and instructs them to email moderation@blueskyweb.xyz if they have questions or wish to appeal the decision. The email ends with the signature Bluesky Moderation Team.

A screenshot of an email from the Bluesky Moderation Team sent at 08:11 with the subject line Re: Bluesky Account Behavior addressed To: Hide My Email. The email reads:

Hi there,

Thank you for reaching out to appeal the takedown of your account on Bluesky. We have carefully reviewed your case, including the information you provided and the activity that led to the suspension of your account.

After investigating, we have determined that your account activity was in violation of our community guidelines, specifically promoting hateful content or being disruptive to other users. We take these guidelines seriously to ensure a safe and respectful environment for all our users.

As a result, we regret to inform you that your appeal has been denied, and your account will remain suspended. This decision is final and cannot be reversed. We understand that this may be disappointing news, but we must prioritize the well-being of our community and maintain a consistent enforcement of our policies. We encourage you to review our community guidelines to better understand the expectations we have for user behavior on our platform. Please do not create new accounts, since those will be taken down for ban evasion.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

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Dan Yocum. Ugh. @yocum137.bsky.social · 2d

The only reason, THE ONLY REASON ICE pepper sprayed the Chicago Police is to incite them to fight back so Trump can declare Martial Law, assume control of the National Guard, and call off the elections.

Also, this is a distraction from #TheEpsteinFiles

Phoenix Calida @phoenixcalida.bsky.social · 3d

ICE is pepper spraying CPD (Chicago police)

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Dan Yocum. Ugh. @yocum137.bsky.social · 20d

Charlie Kirk gets shot dead?

#ReleaseTheEpsteinFiles

Jimmy Kimmel is suspended indefinitely by the FCC?

#ReleaseTheEpsteinFiles

ICE invades Chicago?

#ReleaseTheEpsteinFiles

Stay focused. Ignore the distractions. Demand the Epstein files.

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Dan Yocum. Ugh. @yocum137.bsky.social · 2d

Do not like. C’mon.

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Dan Yocum. Ugh. @yocum137.bsky.social · 2d

The only reason, THE ONLY REASON ICE pepper sprayed the Chicago Police is to incite them to fight back so Trump can declare Martial Law, assume control of the National Guard, and call off the elections.

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Dan Yocum. Ugh. @yocum137.bsky.social · 2d

brb. gonna open my own breakfast diner and serve pancakes, french toast, biscuits, danishes, donuts, coffee cake, croissants, muffins, AND waffles.

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Shane Lear @shanelear.bsky.social · 3d

🤦‍♂️ Dumber than a box of rocks.

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onion person @junlper.beer · 3d

this will only continue to escalate, they want a civil war

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Paul Eric Scannell @pauleric70.bsky.social · 3d

Why they are not talking about Italy 🇮🇹

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Brandon Friedman @brandonfriedman.bsky.social · 4d

If you showed this tweet to James Madison, he would be like, "yes, this is why I wrote the 2nd Amendment"

@Sec_Noem on X: Chicago, we’re here for you.

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Dan Yocum. Ugh. @yocum137.bsky.social · 3d

Fuck. I hate this.

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 3d

Stoke fear. Exploit desperation. Suspend the rule of law. Fan brutality.

Every time the stronger brutalize the weak, it’s fundamentally the same playbook.

Our duty is to stand up to brutality.

Our moral obligation is to protect the vulnerable and hold the powerful accountable.

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Dan Yocum. Ugh. @yocum137.bsky.social · 3d

I’m confused. What happened to Link?

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