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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

This is sad. Not the first publication I wrote for, but I did write for the Theatre section for a few years and met some terrific people, including one of my best friends. Scary times for arts coverage. www.theskinny.co.uk/music/news/t...

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The Skinny is closing

After 20 years of independent cultural journalism and with a very heavy heart, September’s edition of The Skinny is our final issue.

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Right—giving this one last shot. Facebook is now AI slop and targeted ads that push for the polar opposite of my beliefs, and Instagram is…well, it’s still Meta, isn’t it?

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

And with me and Christina’s exit from Clown Show, I’m done with this year’s Edinburgh festivals. A small one for me, but still some good shows. Bring on the autumn season!

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

To everyone involved in any way with any of the Edinburgh festivals—wishing you the very best. Break a leg—and don’t forget to pace yourself. 😀

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

Rather heartbreaking driving into Paisley this morning and seeing the smoke from the Central Station fire. Be safe, everyone.

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

A very interesting read—and not just for writers.

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

I know we’re supposed to nitpick and flag up every flaw, but I had a great time with Stranger Things. Just wanted more ties with the play, but that’s the theatre critic in me.

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

Confession. For over half my life, I've had a novel in my head that I've threatened to write but never made good on. It's been there longer than I've known Christina (by two years!). I made a promise recently that, come hell or high water, I was going to write the sucker.

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Alex Brown 🇵🇸 (they/them) @bookjockeyalex.bsky.social · 27/12/2025

"Academics literally cannot make genAI go away" we also can't make underage drinking go away and we're not advocating for installing bar carts in every classroom.

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Laurel Krause @laurelk.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

On my Substack, I've written about the #LostFootage that recently made its way to the Internet. Please watch and learn from those who were there at the May 4, 1970 #KentState massacre. bit.ly/4iVgTsA.

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Lost Footage: Kent State's Darkest Days

Witnesses React to the May 4, 1970 Kent State Massacre

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

This is utter madness. And it’s those on the right who claim they’re being censored. The more I think about this, the more frightening it is.

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

With all the corruption we’ve seen over the years, football fans: explain to me like I’m a small child—why is all this junk with FIFA okay and not worthy of the boycotts called on other things?

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 29/11/2025

Actually managed to watch all of Stranger Things without any spoilers. Luck, behaved viewers or did the algorithm favour me? No idea, but I enjoyed it.

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Sharing this to watch it all later—but some interesting ideas so far.

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

I loved her in performance. I loved her in interviews. She always seemed like the smartest person in the room, and her line ‘Well la-di-da’ was a family inside joke. Oh, and if you need another reason to love her, there was also her contribution to this famous picture. RIP Diane Keaton.

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

When I did the 'meet the parents' thing back in 2000, my soon to be wife's father told me he wanted to turn 100 (he was a youthful 74 at the time--you would have sworn he was in his early sixties at worst). Today, he’s pulled it off. The sincerest 'Happy Birthday' to my father-in-law, Jack Brownlee.

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

An interesting read—and much to unpack.

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

Just because change is sometimes painful doesn’t mean the change was wrong. Really having to remind myself of that this evening.

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 23/08/2025

Haven’t seen or heard this clip. Love it!

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

The genius of Tom Lehrer. I discovered only last month he was still alive. His wit was an influence, particularly during university. RIP.

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All Edinburgh Theatre @alledintheatre.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

NEWS: You have until this SUNDAY 29 June 2025 to take part in the survey into the future of the Brunton Theatre in Musselburgh. News about East Lothian Council's infrastructure survey: www.alledinburghtheatre.com/brunton-surv... Take the survey here: eastlothianconsultations.co.uk/infrastructu...

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

An interesting take on the AI business model. Still digesting and processing—this, and AI in general.

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

I love seeing older clips where the answer is longer than a mere soundbite.

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

Happy Anniversary to the love of my life. 24 years. Crazy how time flies. ❤️❤️❤️❤️♾

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

I’m a big scaredy cat but braved Ghost Stories. It helped having seen the film so knowing what most the jump scares were. Good fun.

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

Unpopular opinion: The White Lotus just might be the most overrated TV show currently running. Just finished the final episode of season three. It was...fine.

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

I absolutely understand this reflection.

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

Happy Twin Peaks day, to those who celebrate. I’ve begun a rewatch of The Return in honour—of the date, and of the unfortunate loss of the brilliant Lynch.

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 15/02/2025

To my darling valentine: here's to many more adventures together. I love you with all of my heart and soul. 😍😘❤️❤️

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 08/02/2025

The more I think of this, the more it haunts me. And it's hard to disagree. Time to stop complaining and start fighting, good people.

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 02/02/2025

Good morning! Genuine question: anyone seeing this? I seem to only see a select few people on my thread and was just curious. Give this a like if you do. Much thanks. 😀

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Michael Cox @mcoxinscotland.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

Just because I’m a Shakespeare nerd.

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