Reposted by Gus IronsidePhillips OBrien @phillipspobrien.bsky.social · 22/06/2026When people wonder why Trump lost his war against Iran so quickly and completely, you only need to remember that he is the same person who called Putin a “strategic genius” and tried to bully Ukraine by saying it had “no cards”. Simple really. 10594125
Reposted by Gus IronsideProject Moonbase @projectmoonbase.com · 21/06/2026Spanning the quietly unsettling, horrifying and outright bizarre, this eclectic programme of films examines our national psyche through: folklore. 4:35 Robin Redbreast 6:12 Hyem 6:42 Penda’s Fen 8:32 Lucy Valentine 9:02 A Field in England artscentrewashington.co.uk (h/t @gusironside.bsky.social)artscentrewashington.co.ukArts Centre Washington | Sunderland CultureExplore a year-round programme of exhibitions, music, comedy, performance and film as well as projects and workshops for your to get creative at Arts Centre Washington. 051
Reposted by Gus IronsidePhillips OBrien @phillipspobrien.bsky.social · 11/06/2026Just sent out. The USA seems to have committed war crime deliberately and openly, by destroying civilian access to water as summer approaches. It is strategically idiotic and morally repulsive--and needs to be acknowledged if the US has a chance to recover. open.substack.com/pub/phillips...open.substack.comWar Crimes Seem To Be Official US Policy NowWe Will Rue The Day 562520917
Gus Ironside @gusironside.bsky.social · 21/05/2026rachelhewitt.substack.com/p/feminist-w...rachelhewitt.substack.comFeminist Writing Exercise #21: Men and Women in an Online WorldThroughout May, I'm publishing a free feminist writing exercise, each and every day! 000
Reposted by Gus IronsideConnected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 13/05/2026Our Health & Social Care advocacy service supports people with #MentalHealth needs in Newcastle & Gateshead. www.connectedvoice.org.uk/services/adv... #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #AdvocacyWorks 031
Reposted by Gus IronsideDurham University @durham.ac.uk · 26/03/2026Professor @claremcglynn.bsky.social is reshaping laws to protect women and girls from online abuse. From defining image based sexual abuse to informing new deepfake legislation, find out about Clare's work 👉 bit.ly/4uJ8AGa #DUinspire #DUspotlighton 0104
Reposted by Gus IronsideDurham University @durham.ac.uk · 18/03/2026New report co-authored by @claremcglynn.bsky.social shows how AI chatbots are driving violence against women and girls in dangerous new ways and exposes the gaps in law and policy. 👉🏼 www.durham.ac.uk/news-events/... 174
Reposted by Gus IronsideScotlandYardCSI @scotlandyardcsi.bsky.social · 23/03/2026How are artificial intelligence and other technologies exacerbating misogyny & undermining women’s rights and safety? What are the emerging forms of violence against women and girls being facilitated by AI, such as deepfakes and nudify apps? nowandmen.net/episode/clar... @claremcglynn.bsky.socialnowandmen.netAddressing the Gendered Harms of AI and the Tech Industry - Prof Clare McGlynn - Now and MenHow are artificial intelligence and other technologies exacerbating misogyny and undermining women’s rights and safety, and what can we do about it? 035
Reposted by Gus IronsideProf Clare McGlynn @claremcglynn.bsky.social · 05/04/2026*New book alert* My 1st copy of #Exposed - the rise of extreme prn and how we fight back ⚖️😀 Hope it can start some open conversations. Key point: its shaping our lives in ways that restrict, rather than expand, sexual freedom. Available for pre-order & out in May www.waterstones.com/book/exposed... 22510
Reposted by Gus IronsideNick Pearce @iprnickp.bsky.social · 01/05/2026This is an astonishingly successful public policy reform, and so heartening. www.theguardian.com/society/2026...theguardian.comMartha’s rule may have saved more than 500 lives in England since 2024Patient safety mechanism which gives patients the right to seek a second opinion having ‘lifesaving impact’, says health secretary 320266
Reposted by Gus IronsideConnected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 21/04/2026Our colleagues joined us in March 2025. One year on, they reflect on what they’ve learned — about our community, our organisation, & the realities of advocacy in an increasingly digital world. 👉 Read their blog below, where they share their reflections. www.connectedvoice.org.uk/news-and-inf...connectedvoice.org.ukWhat a Year of Advocacy Has Taught Us | Connected Voice 011
Reposted by Gus IronsideConnected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 24/03/2026This course equips frontline staff with practical tools — including how to use the Hate ID App — to better support people affected by hate and repeated abuse. #AdvocacyWorks Details below 👇 www.connectedvoice.org.uk/our-programme 011
Reposted by Gus IronsideConnected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 26/03/2026Our Head of Advocacy, Jane Kingston, reflects on the new stage adaptation of I, Daniel Blake at Northern Stage. She shares why language matters — choosing “People” and “Person” to uphold dignity and humanity. Read more: www.connectedvoice.org.uk/news-and-inf...connectedvoice.org.ukStage arrangement of 'I, Daniel Blake' | Connected Voice 011
Reposted by Gus IronsidePeter Tatchell Foundation @petertatchellfdn.bsky.social · 20/03/2026Robert Reich to America’s allies: don’t mistake the president for the people “We’re doing everything we can to resist, contain & remove him. Thank you for your patience” www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2…theguardian.comDear allies of America, please don’t confuse our president with us | Robert ReichWe are trying our best to resist him, contain him and remove him from office as quickly as we possibly can. Thank you for your patience 031
Reposted by Gus IronsideConnected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 20/03/2026We are Independent Advocates, supporting people in vulnerable situations to be heard and have their rights upheld. In 2026, we’re offering practical, person centred training for anyone in a supportive role. 📩 Get in touch to find out more at: advocacy@connectedvoice.org.uk 011
Reposted by Gus IronsideConnected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 16/03/2026Supporting people with neurological conditions? We have been helping people with acquired brain injury, serious injury, and neurological conditions since 2015. We created this training, plus a full resource library, with the Northern Neurological Alliance. Ready to grow your skills? 112
Reposted by Gus IronsideEliot Higgins @eliothiggins.bsky.social · 14/03/2026Donald Trump letting you know how the authoritarian capture of the media is going, in case you missed it. Unlike other authoritarians in places like Hungary and Poland he has no worries about advertising his authoritarian take over of the media. 16755642461
Gus Ironside @gusironside.bsky.social · 14/03/2026Sad to hear of the passing of former Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell at only 64. youtu.be/rrtYh-E7B-E?...youtu.beMotörhead – We Are Motörhead (Official Video)YouTube video by Motörhead Official 110
Reposted by Gus IronsideConnected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 11/03/2026⭐ Know Your Rights Want more control over your life? This course helps you speak up, know your rights, and make informed choices in health, housing, and social care. 👉 Interested? Email advocacy@connectedvoice.org.uk www.connectedvoice.org.uk/.../advocacy... 011
Reposted by Gus IronsideConnected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 09/03/2026Support people with neurological conditions? This training allows you to learn about disability models, the nervous system, rehab, communication, advocacy, law/policy & person‑centred practice. ideal for anyone in a helping role. Ready to grow your skills? www.connectedvoice.org.uk/.../support.... 011
Reposted by Gus IronsidePhillips OBrien @phillipspobrien.bsky.social · 09/03/2026Trump's decision to bomb Iran is now the greatest windfall to the Russian war effort on record. If it continues, it might save the Russian war economy. 9223041187
Reposted by Gus IronsideAngus Main @angusmain.bsky.social · 09/03/2026“HIELANMAN'S UMBRELLA” should be a new law of journalism, which states that if AI generated photos are used in a news article, all reporting from that publication should be instantly distrusted. 521776
Reposted by Gus IronsideOfficial Motörhead @motorhead-official.bsky.social · 29/11/2024Enjoy! youtu.be/IWPZe0rK-as?...youtu.beMotorhead - "Just 'cos you got the Power"YouTube video by Chicagoguy68 04812
Gus Ironside @gusironside.bsky.social · 08/03/2026My brilliant colleagues made this inspirational video for International Women’s Day 2026. So proud to work with these amazing women. #IWD20026 ✊💪🏋️♀️ 000
Reposted by Gus IronsideConnected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 06/03/2026As #InternationalWomensDay approaches, we stand for gender equality and recognise how intersecting discrimination impacts women. Our Advocates have something important to share. 🎥 Watch the video 👇 #RightsJusticeAction #ForAllWomenAndGirls 021
Reposted by Gus IronsideConnected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 03/03/2026⭐ Know Your Rights Want to feel more confident speaking up & getting what you need? Join our self‑advocacy course & learn how to communicate clearly, ask the right questions, & understand your rights. 📩 Email advocacy@connectedvoice.org.uk to find out more. www.connectedvoice.org.uk/services/adv... 011
Reposted by Gus IronsideConnected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 04/03/2026We are here attending the North East Anti-Racism Coalition Become the Bridge pledge event today. If you or someone you know needs support around hate crime, our Advocacy Service is here to help. www.connectedvoice.org.uk/.../hate-cri... #AdvocacyWorks #BecometheBridge 021
Reposted by Gus IronsideConnected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 02/03/2026Supporting People with Neurological Conditions Training If you support people living with neurological conditions, this training will help you strengthen your practice, confidence and skills. Ready to grow your skills? www.connectedvoice.org.uk/.../support.... 011
Reposted by Gus IronsideConnected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 19/02/2026Do you work with people in vulnerable situations? Would your team benefit from stronger advocacy, communication, and person‑centred skills? 📩 Want to learn more, get pricing, or arrange training? Email: advocacy@connectedvoice.org.uk 111
Reposted by Gus IronsideAnne Applebaum @anneapplebaum.wsocial.eu · 24/02/2026Four years have passed since Russia's full scale invasion of Ukraine. Russia was supposed to win in three days. Instead, Ukraine reinvented modern warfare, built a drone industry, and can destroy a thousand Russian soldiers in a day. Ukraine can win. 10337371031
Reposted by Gus IronsideAlondra Nelson @alondra.bsky.social · 23/02/2026The Epstein files document what many women researchers have long experienced but rarely seen laid bare so starkly: exclusion operating behind closed doors, shaping who gets funded, invited, mentored, and taken seriously. How many of these networks, norms, and gatekeepers remain in place? 4745141837
Reposted by Gus IronsideConnected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 24/02/2026At the recently opened One Centre, @outnortheast.bsky.social and wow — the facilities are fantastic! We’ll be hosting our advocacy drop‑ins here soon. If you or someone you know needs support around hate crime, our Advocacy Service is here to help. www.connectedvoice.org.uk/services/adv... 011
Reposted by Gus IronsideKid Congo Powers @kidcongopowers.bsky.social · 20/02/2026Happy Birthday to The Queen from all of us all over here and there. 💥🎂😻🙏🏽💕🌟🛸 113226
Reposted by Gus IronsideConnected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 18/02/2026Build confidence in recognising, responding to and tackling #hatecrime and Anti‑Social Behaviour. Equipping front line staff with practical tools including how to use the Hate ID App to support people affected by hate and repeated abuse. Details below 👇 www.connectedvoice.org.uk/.../hate-cri.... 011
Reposted by Gus IronsideSunder Katwala (sundersays) @sundersays.bsky.social · 13/02/2026I wrote for the Guardian about why Jim Ratcliffe's talk of Britain being "colonised" by immigrants crosses the line between legitimate debate and inflammatory rhetoric. It fuses echoes of Powellism with great replacement conspiracies of "civilisational erasure" www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...theguardian.comForget Jim Ratcliffe’s half-apology: to speak of immigrants ‘colonising’ Britain is wrong and sinister | Sunder KatwalaHe fused an echo of Enoch Powell with the spirit of the far right’s great replacement theory. This is no way to progress a humane migration debate, says Sunder Katwala, director of British Future 11354137
Reposted by Gus IronsideConnected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 13/02/2026Huge thanks to Sandeep at Haref Network members #SpiceFm, Tyneside's only Asian radio station, for inviting Mehru-Nisa Shah from #Haref and Gus Ironside from Connected Voice Advocacy for a chat about the Hate Crime Advocacy Service on this morning's breakfast show! spicefm.co.uk 021
Reposted by Gus IronsideConnected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 06/02/2026Race is a protected characteristic. Our Independent Advocates use the Equality Act 2010 to uphold rights and tackle inequality through our #HateCrime service. Learn more: www.connectedvoice.org.uk/.../hate-cri... #ChangeNeedsAllOfUs #AdvocacyWorksconnectedvoice.org.uk 011
Reposted by Gus IronsideConnected Voice Advocacy @cvadvocacy.bsky.social · 09/02/2026Build confidence tackling hate crime & ASB. Practical training for frontline staff, incl. using the Hate ID App, to better support people facing hate and repeat abuse. Ideal for housing, care, health, justice, community & advice roles. Details 👇 #HateCrime #AdvocacyWorks 011
Reposted by Gus IronsideJacob Öberg @profjacob.bsky.social · 02/02/2026🚨🚨Striking but welcome development in Portugese politics: To stop the explosive growth of the ultranationalist #Chega party, Portugal’s leading conservatives are doing the previously unthinkable: endorsing the center-left candidate for president. 🧵 www.politico.eu/article/port...politico.euPortugal’s conservatives back left-wing candidate to avoid a far-right presidentCenter-right leaders are taking pains to publicly reject the ultranationalist contender ahead of the country’s Feb. 8 vote. 11533212
Gus Ironside @gusironside.bsky.social · 03/02/2026open.substack.com/pub/phillips...open.substack.comNo, The Guardrails Are Not HoldingWhen It Comes To Stopping Corruption The Most Important Guardrail Is Not Even Functioning 000
Gus Ironside @gusironside.bsky.social · 02/02/2026open.substack.com/pub/htsf/p/l...open.substack.comLeave NATO? No thanks Zack...I don't think the Brazilian navy is coming to our rescue if Putin attacks 000
Reposted by Gus IronsideRabbi Danya Ruttenberg @theradr.bsky.social · 21/01/2026When Trump dies we get Vance. Thiel’s pet. They'll blame a lot of stuff on Trump AND try to fast-track an even uglier white supremacist techno-Christofascism. We must prept for this now & organize accordingly. Grassroots activism, coalitions. Dissent. Sand in gears. Strikes. Every angle. 351388371
Reposted by Gus IronsideSteven Beschloss @stevenbeschloss.bsky.social · 19/01/2026Gosh, if only there were a constitutional mechanism for removing a president who is mentally ill and unfit to hold office. 435106122723
Reposted by Gus IronsideRobert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 17/01/2026Living a moral life in an age of bullies requires collective action; it cannot be done alone. Each of us must organize and participate in a vast network of moral resistance. From this solidarity we will grow stronger. This is what our current moment requires. 15363661877
Reposted by Gus IronsideMeidasTouch @meidastouch.com · 18/01/2026Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and the United Kingdom release a joint statement: 733180225952
Reposted by Gus IronsideLegal C @legalclaret.bsky.social · 18/01/2026Another reason why Mr Polanski is unsuited to high office. I am not sure whether he genuinely believes this student drivel or is saying for the benefit of supporters, but it is deeply unhelpful and immature. 4283
Reposted by Gus IronsideThe News Agents @thenewsagents.co.uk · 18/01/2026Jake Lang - far-right influencer and pardoned Jan. 6 insurrectionist - promised to burn Qurans to provoke anti-ICE protestors. Instead, we watched him get peppered with silly string and chased out of town. Join @maitlis.bsky.social from the streets of Minneapolis as tensions run high... 1323272
Reposted by Gus IronsidePhillips OBrien @phillipspobrien.bsky.social · 16/01/2026This is a sign of ethical collapse. Trump has forced this brave person to debase herself--with gold trimming. 6539762
Reposted by Gus IronsidePhillips OBrien @phillipspobrien.bsky.social · 16/01/2026Basically Trump is threatening to sanction NATO unless NATO commits suicide. And people still think he might sanction Russia. He is doing Putin’s work. 37618203
Reposted by Gus IronsidePhillips OBrien @phillipspobrien.bsky.social · 17/01/2026Hi All, Just sent out this piece. Yes, Trump is deadly serious in wanting to seize Greenland. He just does not want to invade. He would like to "assimilate" the island like the Borg--and hopes threats to Europe/NATO will help him do it. This will not be pretty. open.substack.com/pub/phillips...open.substack.comTrump Is Deadly Serious About Assimilating GreenlandHe Would Like Europe To Do His Dirty Work For Him 25374116