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Brian J.

@mrbrianj.bsky.social
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My name is Brian; it means “to rot.” Dad, assembler. Bad attitude, terrible posture. Minneapolish, by way of Rockford, IL. my opinions are your own.

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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
The little hop-swerve maneuver.
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
I got to see him last October for this very reason. Like, I saw A Beatle!
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
I’m glad I can use my favorite coffee mug again without a modicum of guilt.
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Listening at work right now, and I loved the power-pop conversation. Criminally omitted Cheap Trick though! 😂
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
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Adventure Time: L07c
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Layer up boys - it’s our time to shine and this weather wont last forever.
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
I’m stoked for everyone who is excited for cardigans and sweaters, etc. I’ve been looking forward to busting out my jean jackets for months now.
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Update: In my sleepy confusion I ended up at work about 15 minutes early. Hopefully this trend continues.
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Not the reaction to “Milton Finger” being the highlight of my morning. 😂
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Moving my shift to 5:30am to 1:30, instead of 6:00am to 2:00, starting tomorrow. Please send iPhone alarm clock not fucking me over vibes.
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
That is a horrific exit. The biggest obstacle when I’m trying to visit family in Wisconsin or Illinois… THEN you have to drive through Wisconsin! 😅
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Sometimes my eyebrow goes up when I sing. I don’t know why and I don’t do it on purpose, but it’s kinda funny.
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
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David S Pumpkins: Any Questions?
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
I know that one well, but if you ever want to sleep at the wheel, try a bit north on 8. At least on 29 you have the ever-thrilling Wausau! 😅
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
This is extremely my shit, just in time for bed!
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
I literally told the dentist’s office today they might as well just send my balance to collections because I’m not paying them rather than buy my family groceries.
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Checking in - I survived my Owen listen and am now on a Ramones-core kick.
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
I’m listening to Owen in my headphones at my factory job. If you haven’t heard from me in 24 hours… welfare check.
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Man, the pop-punk singing had me cackling at work. It was like Fat Mike doing a Tom Delonge impression (complimentary)!
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Holy shit!
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Back to school blues or pumped for fall? Either way, let’s enjoy live music about it! (I’m bringing both Jazzmasters to this show in celebration)
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Incredible work here, Connor.
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
That is incredible, in concept and execution.
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
The fuck you will - I will defend Andrew Ridgeley’s honor until my dying breath.
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
I’m so sorry for your loss 🥺
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
I did love when all of the lightsabers lit up in the arena.
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
This take (to me) seems very @scottaukerman.bsky.social coded. It also (I believe) is correct.
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
I’m from Rockford and live in Minnesota, but still…
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Aragorn: You Have My Sword (Lord of the Rings)
ALT: Aragorn: You Have My Sword (Lord of the Rings)
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Twin Cities skipped again. 😭
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Thank you so much! It’s an honor to add myself to the Kevins in 40+ demographic 😅
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
I’d like to publicly thank CBB World for releasing this episode on my birthday
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Today is my 40th birthday, so literally half my life!
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
There were definitely singer songwriters performing in the corner of the Potbelly’s on E. State in Rockford, IL in the mid 2000s.
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
I just finished the new episode and was so happy to hear that.
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Oh my goodness, hearing the song again gave me chills 🥹
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
chalkboardinc.com/lily-sullivan/
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lily sullivan - Chalkboard
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
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The Switch I Have That
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Drove from Minnesota to northern Illinois and back to Minnesota today. 14 hours and 4 Kwik Trip stops later… I’m a little sleepy. 😅
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
I really wasn’t trying to get my hopes up for the new Phoebe Bridgers album, but if I did it wouldn’t matter because it’s incredible. Mike fucking Kinsella on guitar for “Bobby” are you kidding me?!?
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Ok I’m listening now. fuck. me . to. tears. 😭
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
I have the new Phoebe album queued up but I have yet to hit play. Is this self restraint, self preservation, or self loathing?
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
The guitarist/cofounder of Rilo Kiley was Pinsky on Salute Your Shorts! Also, I think Timmy was maybe thinking of Lori Loughlin, who joined the show from season 2 on. And Jan was right - Stephanie’s catchphrase was “How rude!” Michelle’s was “You got it dude!” I did love this guest-less episode!
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
I did the damn thing today. I now have the right to complain about anyone who might win that I didn’t vote for. Everyone on the ballot is crazy, but I’m glad you’re crazy enough to try something, actually. We learn as we go - hopefully we’re paying attention as well.
“I voted” sticker, taken in my car  with my steering wheel in the background 
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
(“Still punk as fuck,” I’ll whisper to myself in the mirror before going to my first shift factory job, Monday-Friday)
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
My 40th birthday is in less than two weeks. Within that time, I just may be driving a Chevy pickup truck to work, and putting a Boss DS-1 on my pedalboard. I’m about to be so norm-core that your head will spin.
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
So +30 sec ad infinitum?
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
What is everyone listening to on tour?
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Yes, but they’ve become like a branded commodity. It kind of reminds me of Beanie Babies. My kid and her friend literally went on a hunt for them over the weekend. Wild stuff 😅
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
I’m setting a goal for myself to not drink again until my 40th birthday (less than a month away). Not sure I’ll make it, but I’ll try like heck.
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Brian J. @mrbrianj.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
As a parent, I was just as lost as you when my kids came in to the room, begging for them. I also struggled with the spelling trying to figure out what the hell they were talking about.
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