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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Avatar: TLA spoiler: Fire Lord Ozai renames himself the Phoenix King, which is cool. Then I realized he had a new logo, flags, uniform, and more..this guy spent the past month in secret hiding building a brand while Azula built the plan to take over the world! That's hella crazy!

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Walking into Chapter 43 as my best self in all aspects of life. This is the most "sure" I have ever been. Exciting times still loading. Thanks everyone for the continued support. #DoWork

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

A few random thoughts: - the number of AI flyers (especially with wrong information/pics) is annoying - the vibes at Valkyrie games is what the Warrior games shoulda been - Disneyland is calling my name - I can't wait for NYC in October - I'm really thinking Portland in January So yeah...night...

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Honestly, I can live with just 50/50 positive to negative attention on the Tenderloin. This 100% negative attention is infuriating. We got a dope event on Larkin Street today and none of the outlets or Social Media pages that promote weekend events shown any love. Madness.

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

I think we'll wear pink again today...

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

My 42 years of living has prepared me for this moment. I take this mentality into each day, each situation, each challenge...

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Sounds like there isn't a "good weekend" to go to Disneyland in the summer, which means any weekend is a good weekend...

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

I love coffee and I love the Tenderloin and I can't wait to share a little bit of both with you. Hope you sign up! ONLY 12 SPOTS LEFT!! A FREE Tenderloin Coffee Crawl on Friday 6/26 from 9am-11am: docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLS... #SanFrancisco #Coffee #Tenderloin #ILTW #Free #CoffeeCrawl

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Vote! In person or using the BALLOT BOX, do not mail.

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

I love coffee and I love the Tenderloin and I can't wait to share a little bit of both with you. Hope you sign up! ONLY 16 SPOTS LEFT!! A FREE Tenderloin Coffee Crawl on Friday 6/26 from 9am-11am - docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Tenderloin Coffee Crawl on Fri 6/26/26

Thank you for your interest in the Tenderloin Coffee Crawl on Friday June 26th from 9am-11am as part of I Love Tenderloin Week!! This is a FREE event and open to the FIRST 20 PEOPLE to sign up! Afte...

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

I Love Tenderloin Week (6/21-6/27) is upon us! One of my featured events? A FREE Tenderloin Coffee Crawl on Friday 6/26 from 9am-11am, first 20 only - lnkd.in/gw7y4T3x

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This link will take you to a page that’s not on LinkedIn

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Even on empty buses I see people standing and blocking the door. What should we call them? Door monitors? Guardians of the Entryway? Hmmm...

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

I got my annual membership to the Cal Academy of Science. Don't fight over me for a date ladies, there's 365 days before I need to renew...

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Watching "Hell's Kitchen" in about an hour. Yeee!!!

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

I'll be watching Hell's Kitchen at the Orpheum this Wednesday. I am excited. What should I wear...

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

My dream mutant power? The ability to manifest earbuds instantly...so I can give them to people on the bus...

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Mindset currently set to "squeezing 3 months into 3 days..."

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

As we wind down Star Wars Day, I want to remind you that a parsec is actually a measurement of distance, not time #TheMoreYouKnow

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

Ayo, don't fall victim to the old narrative and stories about the Tenderloin. If that's all you read, if you don't come to the events, the restaurants, the parks in the Tenderloin, you miss EVERYTHING. If you haven't, SUBSCRIBE to www.tlvoice.org - hear the other side!

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The Tenderloin Voice

Journalism for San Franciso’s Tenderloin neighborhood, in partnership with the people who live and work there.

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Fun day planned! A small community event in the Excelsior, then enjoying Free Comic Book Day by visiting Amazing Fantasy, Comix Experience, and Isotope Comics. And if I have the energy, peeping a small pop up from She Got Rolls. Boom!!

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Let's Go! Next Chapter on Deck!!

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

Let the records show I never needed to be employed to supports folks, businesses, or neighborhoods. I don't need to fit in or part of any inner workings. I'm out here...

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

No matter what you do in life, they're all going to doubt you. People want to see you do good, but not better than them. So just keep going. From the beginning, I said it before man, I'm a billionaire check, we just hadn't cashed it yet, and now look at us. - Roman Reigns, WWE

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Projecting to next weekend! Sat Apr 25th: - Riley (of Excelsior Coffee) art show at 5137 Mission Street Sun Apr 26th: - Excelsior Coffee Spring Menu drop! - Sunday Streets Kick Off at 4834 Mission @ 11am - Bravo's Grand Re-Opening at 12pm - If I got the energy, Whack Donuts Sunday Glaze Event!

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Alameda, 415 Day, Vegas, Disneyland, LA, Pop Up Art Show, Bravo's Grand Re-Opening, Nightlife at Cal Academy, Walt Disney Museum, XLCR Excellence Community Day Event...a good few weeks coming up...

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

My biggest issue since leaving my job? I don't have a uniform to wear 5 out of 7 days. You mean I need to dress myself every day? That might be the biggest reason I need a girlfriend, someone needs to dress me!

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

My FAVORITE publication for so many reasons! They're real, authentic, they care, they build relationships, and more. If you haven't subscribed to them already, please do!! TLVoice.org

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The Tenderloin Voice

Journalism for San Franciso’s Tenderloin neighborhood, in partnershp with the people who live and work there.

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

I been on muni so much that I tried pulling the yellow cord while I was on BART...

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

"I do my thing and you do your thing. I am I and you are you. If in the end we end up together, it’s beautiful.” Modified Great Gatsby quote from Boy Meets World

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

Boy Meets World rewatch done. Time for Girl Meets World.

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 04/04/2026

I'm in the final season of my Boy Meets World rewatch thinking, "I'm 42 years old waiting to find my Topanga...", sheesh, lol

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

We lost a special person to cancer this past Wed. She didn't run programs for kids, wasn't at the parent meetings or organized events, but she loved the kids we worked with. Her intentional care, authentic love, and willingness to teach, will be missed so much. Processing.

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Project Hail Mary was absolutely amazing from several standpoints. Sound, visuals, story, writing, acting, and so much more. A must watch in theaters.

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Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

According to the Cato Institute, The Trump administration is reportedly receiving millions of immigration applications, pocketing the hefty fees, and never processing the applications. It’s collected over $1 billion in fees so far. Where is the outcry over this fraud and abuse?

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Trump State Dept. Accused of ‘Largest Fee Fraud in History’ of US Immigration System | Common Dreams

An immigration researcher at the Cato Institute found that the Trump administration is "raking in billions of dollars in

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

It's been two weeks since my last day at Boys & Girls Clubs. I miss the kids, the families, the staff. I miss the routine. I think about them more than I wish to admit...

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

I'm doing a Boy Meets World rewatch. Season 1, Episode 6, filmed in 1993, Cory repeated the phrase "I'M COOKED, I'M COOKED", proving that phrase is actually really old and is now being recycled by today's kids.

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Seattle Day 2 in the books: - Coffees at Caffe Ladro, Gearhouse, Expresso Vivace, and Monorail Expresso - Top Pots Donuts and a random Mochi Donut spot - Kerry Park, Bhy Kracke Park, Trolly Hill Park, Volunteer Park, and Washington Park Alboretum...

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

Seattle tourists should be ashamed. So much good coffee here and so many of y'all rockin Starbucks...

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Mike V SF @michaelbenvuong.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

Quick morning thoughts before getting the day started in Seattle. The Coast Starlight train from LA to Seattle was beautiful. It was peaceful on the most part. Met some cool folks. If you're able to score an observation deck seat, hold it for awhile...

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Tenderloin Voice @tlvoice.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

"Stephen, he was our co-worker, our friend, a friend of my kids. He was my trainer. First day at my job — this is six years ago — he helped me to take care of Boeddeker Park." "He was like a brother." - Jalal Alabsi www.tlvoice.org/stephen-tenn...

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Stephen Tennis lives on in neighbors’ hearts — and on the street that carries his name

At the unveiling of “Stephen Tennis Way,” friends reminisced about the local hero who touched many lives.

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Tenderloin Voice @tlvoice.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Addiction took his money, his dignity, and eventually, his shoes. "That was the saddest part of the drop," writes TL neighbor River. He reflects on homelessness, desolation, luck — and never being beyond reach.

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The fourth block

As River plodded up Van Ness, the universe reached out.

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