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Gerry 🐈

@gerrypugliese.bsky.social

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40s, living in NJ. Cat dad first, writer always. 🧑‍💻 Gym rat, INFJ, Warrior Cats fan, Democrat, Raiders diehard, atheist, digs vintage ads, news junky, book collector, pescatarian, black coffee loyalist. If I’m not reading, I’m eating sushi (no octopus). 🍣

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Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 10h

No pumpkin spice lattes! After a chilly Fall morning raking leaves, curl up with a nice...ice cold beer. Molson’s Golden Ale ad, 1950s. 🍺🍁 #50s #1950s #retro #vintage #beer #beers #fall

Molson’s Golden Ale ad, 1950s.

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Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 10h

Is that mackerel I see? My favorite! That and yellow tail with scallion. Woot, woot! Flickr: unparadoenjapon 🍣🍱 #sushi #shashimi #foodsky #food #japanesefood

Picture of sushi, plated, with soy sauce and chopsticks.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 11h

Our upcoming schedule is death. It'll be a miracle if we go .500. ⚔️💀 "...at New England Patriots, vs. Buffalo Bills, vs. Los Angeles Rams, at New York Jets, at San Francisco 49ers, vs. Seattle Seahawks, at Denver Broncos, and at Cleveland Browns." tinyurl.com/nhbznabt #nfl #football #raiders

How Raiders Can Prove Themselves Over Daunting Upcoming Stretch

The Las Vegas Raiders will know who they are after their upcoming eight-game stretch against the league's best teams.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 11h

Maybe a distant relative to Smokey... "For Love & Bears," published 1886. From the National Sporting Library & Museum. 🐻📖 #1800s #books #booksky #retro #bears #animals

"For Love & Bears," published 1886.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Salmon at room temperature is perfect. Looks like there's a piece of squid too. Love it. Flickr: vientocero 🍣🐠 #sushi #shashimi #foodsky #followme #food #japanesefood

Close up of sushi, including tuna and salmon.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

To paws, brothers. Tally-ho! "Cats in Gloves Catch No Mice," published 1887. Via The Library of Congress. 🪓😺🐎 #1800s #books #booksky #retro #followme #cats #catsky #cat

"Cats in Gloves Catch No Mice," published 1887

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Shit play calling. No more pitches. Forward, go forward! ⚔️💀 “We've got to find that answer,” Raiders coach Klint Kubiak said of the run game struggles. “That will be a big factor in us being a better football team.” tinyurl.com/3j4jnmue Whatever... Jeanty is soft. #raiders #chiefs #football #nfl

Chiefs 30-27 Raiders (Oct 4, 2026) Game Recap - ESPN

Expert recap and game analysis of the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Las Vegas Raiders NFL game from October 4, 2026 on ESPN.

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Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Great pub song. 🤘🫖🍲 youtu.be/6BQYK1qDs4Y?... therumjacks.com #punk #therumjacks #celtic #music

The Pot & Kettle

YouTube video by The Rumjacks - Topic

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

A win today will shake the AFC West. ⚔️💀 "Beating Kansas City would put [the Raiders] alone atop the division and give their encouraging September a considerably more imposing follow-up." tinyurl.com/4xzc5p9u And go niners! Smash the donkeys. #raiders #chiefs #nfl #football #vegas #followme

Here come the Chiefs, and Raiders’ chance to prove fast start is real

The Raiders have spent three weeks giving everyone reasons to reconsider them. Now comes an opportunity to change the conversation entirely. The unbeaten Chiefs arrive at Allegiant Stadium on Sunday.....

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Looks like we're rocking some tempura rolls. Love, love tempura shrimp rolls. Yes, please and thank you, and thank you again, please too. Flickr: gilchristlaura 🍣🍤 #sushi #shashimi #foodsky #followme #food #japanesefood

Tempura style sushi with fried shrimp.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Holy jumping shit! Not a good way to go--shat out the back end of mountain lion. He's still up that tree. "Stories About Animals," published 1885. Via the University of California Libraries. 🦁💩 #1800s #books #booksky #retro #followme #lion #moutainlion

"Stories About Animals," published 1885.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Need big D tomorrow. ⚔️💀 "The Raiders will upset Mahomes...everyone knows Mahomes is a late-game wizard, but Las Vegas' defense can say the same this season." tinyurl.com/4be25zan Got to chase Mahomes all over the field and we'll win. Torment the fucker. No let up. #raiders #nfl #football #chiefs

Week 4 NFL bold predictions: Raiders upset Chiefs, Kyler Murray sets Vikings' single-game record

Plus, the Jets finally intercept the Bears, and the Patriots have an running back that breaks free

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Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Damn! That's a creepy kid. Not exactly the best spokesper--thing. Guaranteed. Ausmill towel ad, 1945. 🤪 #1940s #40s #vintage #retro #ads #vintageads

Ausmill towel ad, 1945.

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Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Pretty much just an appetizer. Multiply this by ten and you've got a proper meal. Flickr: zhrefch 🍣🥢 #sushi #shashimi #foodsky #food #japanesefood

Salmon sushi and rolls on a white plate.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

If my cat could write, it'd be a grocery list, signed, feed me fucker. "Letters From A Cat," published 1879. From the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. 🐈✏️ #1800s #books #booksky #retro #followme #cats #catsky #cat

"Letters From A Cat," published 1879.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Drag JPJ's ass out there. Injury prone hump. ⚔️ #raiders #nfl #chiefs #football

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Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

How to eat sushi on a budget. California rolls and vegetable rolls. I do it all the time. Sweet potato rolls and oshinko rolls too. Flickr: alfy777 🍣🍱 #sushi #shashimi #foodsky #food #japanesefood

Try of California rolls and vegetable sushi rolls.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Our defense has Kansas City rattled. ⚔️💀 "'They’ve got a ton of turnovers, and batted balls and everything else,' [Andy] Reid pointed out. 'So they’re playing aggressive football.'" tinyurl.com/ynkxcb46 Our offense needs to execute and our defense needs to EXECUTE. #raiders #nfl #chiefs #football

Andy Reid says Raiders are playing ‘aggressive football’

The AFC West showdown between Kansas City and Las Vegas will be a physical one.

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Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Talking animals in top hats. I'm so there. I have a penchant for talking animals. My cat sends me messages...like, feed me mother fucker. "Public and Private Life of Animals," published 1877. Via the Wellcome Library. 🐶🎩 #1800s #books #booksky #retro #followme #animals #vintage

"Public and Private Life of Animals," publish 1877. Via the Wellcome Library.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

I'm biased, talking cats are my thing, but Alley Cats is fucking great. I saw an ad for it this weekend and then binged it later in the day. Better be a second season! Got balls? @mrrickygervais.bsky.social @netflix.com #netflix #alleycats #rickygervais #cats #catsky

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

When salmon is fresh and at room temperature, it's at its best. Love all the sesame seeds too. Rock on! Flickr: eshao5721 🍣🍱 #sushi #shashimi #foodsky #food #japanesefood

Plate of sushi with salmon and sesame rolls.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Finally got a D. Now keep playing at a high-level. ⚔️💀 "...lead the league with nine takeaways and a plus-five turnover differential. Those extra possessions have helped an offense that is converting opportunities into points." tinyurl.com/4kxzucfk Crush Mahomes. #raiders #chiefs #nfl #football

Raiders are being dissed in NFL power rankings. 3-0 start deserves much more

Apparently, the Raiders need to beat their opponents and their reputation. The first assignment is going swimmingly. Three games, three victories, including consecutive road wins and a comeback in …

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Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Oh, snap! Someone's about to get ruffed up. "The Dogs' Dinner Party," published 1800s. From the University of California Libraries. 🤜🐕 #1800s #books #booksky #retro #dogsky #followme #dogs #vintage

"The Dogs' Dinner Party," published 1800s.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

I'm a politics junkie. Here are the news outlets I follow. All bona fide, no fringe slop. 📰📱 go.bsky.app/QuaRYgf #news #politics #starterpack #starterpacks #followme

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Raiders need to play like their careers depend on it. ⚔️💀 "Mahomes has thrown for 36 touchdowns and five interceptions in his 15 games against the Raiders, with a passer rating of nearly 108." tinyurl.com/bdz49vmj Get after him often. That's how you beat Mahomes. #raiders #chiefs #nfl #football

Rivalry Renewed: Undefeated Raiders Prepare for Undefeated Chiefs

The term rivalry is usually reserved for two teams that battle each other often, with both teams winning their fair share. Historically, the Las Vegas Raiders a

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Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Is it just coincidence that the orange cat is called a wild cat? Seems rather fitting. "Cats: Their Points and Classifications," published 1877. Via Getty Research Institute #1800s #books #booksky #retro #catsky #followme #cats #vintage

Illustration of two cats in "Cats: Their Points and Classifications," published 1877.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

You can eat this fuckers. Dormice, not just for fairytales. Menus too. No tastes like chicken jokes, please. "Tame Animals," published 1870s. Via University of California Libraries. 🚪🐁 #1800s #books #booksky #retro #vintage #followme #animals

Illustration of dormice from "Tame Animals," published 1870.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Kubiak and Spytek got mojo. ⚔️💀 "The Raiders look like a competent team on both sides of the ball, with a front office making sharp decisions. It has been decades since that was the case." tinyurl.com/4xsyrxdn I would argue that Jack Del Rio years were pretty solid too. #raiders #nfl #football

NFL Power Rankings entering Week 4: The Raiders are 3-0 and there are plenty of signs it might stick

The Raiders have won as many games this season as they did all last season.

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Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Marsupial mania! Bunch of critters with pouches. From "Johnson's Household Book of Nature," published 1880. Via Biodiversity Heritage Library. 🦘📖 #books #booksky #animals #1800s #history

Marsupials in "Johnson's Household Book of Nature," published 1880. Via Biodiversity Heritage Library.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Not only is the soup a mouthful, but that tagline is a full-course meal. Campbell's Soups ad, 1929. #20s #1920s #retro #ads #foodsky #soup

Campbell's Soups ad, 1929.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Raiders down the Saints. ⚔️💀 But don't get too excited. Except for a few big plays, the defense played dumb. Paye is invisible. Pola-Mao sucks. And the run-defense was bad. Chiefs are up. Who can run the shit out of the ball. We need Sukes back. Elevate Cody White. #raiders #football #chiefs #nfl

Klint Kubiak celebrating and shouting a Raiders win.

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Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Whip your pie's ass. Reddi-wip ad, 1951. 🎃🥧 #pumpkin #pumpkinpie #fall #1950s #50s #vintage #foodsky

Reddi-wip ad, 1951.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Brock Bowers to play. ⚔️💀 "Coach Klint Kubiak said this week that he was optimistic about Bowers' return, and the Raiders did not elevate a tight end for game day like in previous weeks." tinyurl.com/3uxy2t8w Note to Raiders: no surgeries days before the season starts. #raiders #nfl #football

Raiders TE Brock Bowers returning vs. Saints

Raiders tight end Brock Bowers is active for Sunday's game against the Saints.

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Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Nakobe Dean dropping the hammer all over the field. ⚔️ "Safety Jeremy Chinn told ESPN. 'It's crazy how much a linebacker in the middle of the field can make such a difference in the back end and front end.'" tinyurl.com/2xw92zu2 That's the Raider way. Kill, kill, kill! 💀 #raiders #nfl #football

How has Nakobe Dean reshaped the Raiders' defense?

Nakobe Dean has stepped up in a big way to lead the Raiders' defense through two weeks.

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Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

I wouldn't even know where to begin with this big ass sushi roll, but I'd fucking figure it out. Yes the fuck please! So awesome. 🍣🍱 #sushi #shashimi #foodsky #food #japanesefood

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Drag Kwity's ass out there. Too soon in the season to miss time for bumps and bruises. 😢 "[Paye] has eight tackles, two sacks and five total quarterback hits in those contests." tinyurl.com/9ykncdm4 Bowers too! We set the tempo. Got to keep it. Time to play! #raiders #nfl #football #saints

Kwity Paye misses practice ahead of Las Vegas Raiders-New Orleans Saints Week 3 matchup

Edge defender wasn’t listed on Wednesday’s injury report.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Get tough, soldier. Eat your sweet treats. Oh, but the NAZIs will be terrified. Nestle ad, 1940s. 🍫🔫 #40s #1940s #chocolate #candy #vintage #retro #ads

Nestle ad, 1940s.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

I'm a big bastard. Showing some knee ain't exactly cool summerwear for me. My nuts are sweating just looking at this. Robert L. Green ad, 1962. ☀️🌰🌰 #60s #1960s #retro #vintage #summer #shorts

Robert L. Green ad, 1962.

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Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Starting LT is out. Turn Maxx loose! ⚔️💀 "The blind-side pass protection is going to take a hit too and for a defense that has forced eight fumbles and eight sacks, they should be licking their chops." tinyurl.com/5en9bjdn Week 4 brings the real damn test. #raiders #saints #nfl #football #chiefs

Raiders defense is ready for Saints offense

The Las Vegas Raiders defense has been a revelation early. Can they sustain their success against the New Orleans Saints?

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Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Raiders defense getting respect. Hezekiah Masses got the AFC Defensive Player of the Week. ⚔️🏈 "I can't let my team down. I knew they were going to try to come at me being a rookie and I just had to make plays on the ball. [He said.]" tinyurl.com/bdhbk2tk Raiders, baby! #raiders #football #nfl

Rookie CB Hezekiah Masses named AFC Defensive Player of the Week

The rookie cornerback secured the Week 2 honor after totaling two interceptions against the Los Angeles Chargers.

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Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

If I ever went skiing, you'd find me at the bottom of the hill—fuck a mountain—in a heap off snow with a pole sticking out of my ass. Screw that. Northland Skis ad, 1920s. ⛷️🪦 #1920s #20s #ski #skiing #skis #retro #vintage #ads

Northland Skis ad, 1920s.

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Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

I bought tuna rolls at the supermarket in 2005. First time every having sushi. It has firmly been my favorite food ever since then. And I'm 100% Italian... 🍣🍱 #sushi #shashimi #foodsky #japanesefood

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Classy ad for a candy bar. Rather studious too. I guess that's how you become a true connoisseur of candy. **snaps fingers ** Milky Way ad, 1920s. 🍫📖 #20s #1920s #ads #chocolate #candy #foodsky

Milky Way ad, 1920s.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Just Tyree being Tyree. Can't wait to stuff him this week. ⚔️ "The 2023 No. 7 overall pick had just two tackles in the season opener and didn’t even register a stat in Week 2 against the Baltimore Ravens." tinyurl.com/5nwjprcc New colors, same hump. 💩 #raiders #saints #nfl #football

Tyree Wilson quiet so far with New Orleans Saints

Checking in on a few old friends after Week 2

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Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Hezekiah Masses did his thing yesterday! ⚔️🔥 "His second pick was an excellent play. Masses jumped in front of wide receiver Derius Davis to seal the game." tinyurl.com/cbk68s35 First pick wasn't as flashy, but total heads up play. Good times! #hezekiahmasses #raiders #nfl #football #chargers

2 Unexpected Stars in Raiders’ Week 2 Win Over Chargers

The Raiders knocked off the Chargers with help from a rookie cornerback and a practice squad call up.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Screw the Chargers. Next! ⚔️💀 #raiders #nfl #football #chargers

Raiders beat chargers.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

The latest and greatest fixtures to poop in and wash your ass in. Standard Plumbing Fixtures ad, 1920s. 🚽🚿 #20s #1920s #bathroom #decor #vintage #retro

Standard Plumbing Fixtures ad, 1920s.

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Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Country singer kissed our gay player. 🏈🏳️‍🌈⚔️ "...the other end of the gay kiss was probably Carl Nassib, the former Raider who became the first NFL player to come out while on an active roster in 2021." tinyurl.com/488edddh Rock on, boys. Raiders don't discriminate. #raiders #lgbtq #gay #nfl

Country singer says he kissed a Las Vegas Raiders player - Outsports

Gay country artist, has created quite the stir with his new song claiming he 'made out' with an NFL player. Many are guessing the same name.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Bowers practiced. That'll get us a W! Still don't know why they waited until right before Week 1 to do this shit. tinyurl.com/5xbt6tp9 ⚔️ "...Bowers stretching and doing some warmup work alongside defensive end Maxx Crosby." Always some shit with the Raiders... #raiders #football #brockbowers #nfl

Brock Bowers is at Raiders practice Friday

The Raiders welcomed a key player back to their practice field on Friday.

Gerry 🐈 @gerrypugliese.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Nice! I'd put a hurtin' on this. 🍣🍚 #sushi #shashimi #food #foodsky