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Neyshaplays @neyshaplays.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

WE NEED Y’ALL HELP!! 🚨🚨 If you have it to spare please consider donating to @butwhytho.net, our outlet has an urgent financial need! Spread the word every bit helps!

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Kate Sánchez @ohmymithrandir.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

If you are able to help support our site migration that would be amazing! I am very bad at asking for help but right now, @butwhytho.net needs it. We have to get set up on a new host, work with a dev, and our old host still has not refunded us the $3k they took. Anything helps!

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Support Us - But Why Tho?

We believe in the power of independent media. By not answering to any VC stakeholders, we shape an editorial voice that champions passion, different

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Allyson Johnson @allysonaj.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Great piece from @neyshaplays.bsky.social - and one that I relate to after I got told off by a friend this week for "hand waving" self-care.

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Neyshaplays @neyshaplays.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

Wrapping up my convention season at @fanexpochicago.bsky.social!! I’ll be on TWO panels both curated and moderated by the amazing @tokentalksos.bsky.social and a media creator covering con! If you are at the con come say hi! I’ll be looking for congoers, cosplayers and creators to interview!

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C. ♡ @charnotshar.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

Brian Tyree Henry has arrived to the #MetGala #fashionsky

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Zaire @zeestermeester.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

Midnight next to Eve’s Bayou, Sinners, S2 of Castlevania, and Beloved!? Excuse me??

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Patti LaBelle Lock 🤼‍♀️ @frockyeah.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

This article was written specifically for me 😭☝🏾

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ONeillJones @oneilljones.com · 23/04/2025

hopefully I can survive til november

an unmasked Yautja in full armor sitting on a playground bouncy toy. You can see his boots sticking out of the costume under his clawed feet

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But Why Tho? @butwhytho.net · 23/04/2025

From @compulsiongames.bsky.social's South of Midnight to classic films like Ganja & Hess, and thrilling comics like @imagecomics.com's Bitter Root, continue exploring supernatural stories that center Black culture and characters.

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After Sinners: 17 Titles To Watch, Read & Play Next

From Southern Gothic storytelling to Black vampires and powerful stories of monster hunting, here's what you need after Sinners.

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But Why Tho? @butwhytho.net · 23/04/2025

Loved Sinners? Discover other powerful stories where Black culture meets supernatural and Southern Gothic horror. Here are 17 titles to read, watch, and play after #Sinners curated by @neyshaplays.bsky.social:

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After Sinners: 17 Titles To Watch, Read & Play Next

From Southern Gothic storytelling to Black vampires and powerful stories of monster hunting, here's what you need after Sinners.

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.chantal//RYAN @thoughtrise.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

unfollowing everyone on linkedin except this guy

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Ken Cheng - I want to connect with you, emotionally)

Al will never be able to write like me. Why? Because | am now inserting random sentences into every post to throw off their language learning models. Any Al emulating me will radiator freak yellow horse spout nonsense. 1 wiite all my emails, That's Not My Baby and reports like this to protect my data waffle iron 40% off. 1 suggest all writers and artists do the same Strawberry mango Forklift. The robot nerds will never get the better of Ken Hey can | have whipped cream please? Cheng. We can tuna fish tango foxtrot defeat Al. We just have to talk like this. All. The. Time. Piss on carpet

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Neyshaplays @neyshaplays.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

#Sinners inspired me much that I put together a list of games, books, comics, and movies that tell other meaningful Southern Gothic and supernatural stories. Each one centered on Black characters and or created by Black storytellers. Full article on @butwhytho.net

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After Sinners: 17 Titles To Watch, Read & Play Next

From Southern Gothic storytelling to Black vampires and powerful stories of monster hunting, here's what you need after Sinners.

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Kate Sánchez @ohmymithrandir.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

We all say *that* piece about what to read after Sinners. Really proud of @neyshaplays.bsky.social curating a list of games, books, comics, and movies that tell powerful, Southern Gothic, and supernatural stories all centered on Black characters or are from Black creatives. 👇🏾read the list

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After Sinners: 17 Titles To Watch, Read & Play Next

From Southern Gothic storytelling to Black vampires and powerful stories of monster hunting, here's what you need after Sinners.

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But Why Tho? @butwhytho.net · 14/02/2025

Some anime couples were always meant to be—but never got their chance! From Koga & Kagome to Ichigo & Rukia, @neyshaplays.bsky.social lists 10 anime couples who should be canon!

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Anime Couples We Wish Were Canon

Anime and romance go hand in hand, even in non-romantic series. Here are ten anime couples who should be canon!

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But Why Tho? @butwhytho.net · 17/01/2025

We talked Castlevania: Nocturne Season 2 this week! It's Powerhouse Animation at its absolute best. Check out our video review - and why @ohmymithrandir.bsky.social and @neyshaplays.bsky.social think that the series is ultimately about one thing: LOVE. Full review 👉🏾 youtu.be/Mpulnv8J_WY?...

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Neyshaplays @neyshaplays.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

If you have already binged all of #CastlevaniaNocturne S2 then you might wondering: “Who the hell is Mephistopheles?!” Well I have some theories on that, read all of them in my piece on @butwhytho.net

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But Why Tho? @butwhytho.net · 16/01/2025

It's Castlevania: Nocturne day! Watch our video review of the new season of the Powerhouse Animation series. Find out why we call it the best of the franchise! Critics: @ohmymithrandir.bsky.social @neyshaplays.bsky.social 👇🏾👇🏾

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Castlevania: Nocturne Season 2 Is The Best It Ever Was | Review

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Kate Sánchez @ohmymithrandir.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

Wanna watch the review instead with some different topics? @neyshaplays.bsky.social joined me and we couldn't stop talking.

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Castlevania: Nocturne Season 2 Review

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Anna Gifty @itsafronomics.blacksky.app · 20/12/2024

No one: Every Black person I've ever known: #blacksky #bluesky #colemandomingo

Coleman: I'm 54
Kieran: Get the f*ck out. Do you moisturize?
Coleman: I'm black.

Credit: evanrosskatz

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Neyshaplays @neyshaplays.bsky.social · 26/11/2024

I do love a good yellow or orange fit

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Neyshaplays @neyshaplays.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

I loved #Wicked 💚🩷 , but as a fan of the novel series the film makes a lot changes from the source material, just as the musical did. Here’s a piece on @ButWhyThoPC I wrote about comparing the key differences between film and book

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But Why Tho? @butwhytho.net · 25/11/2024

Jon M. Chu's #Wicked film transforms the musical based on Gregory Maguire’s dark, political novel into a vibrant, fantastical feature film. @neyshaplays.bsky.social explores the key differences between the book and the film: butwhytho.net/2024/11/wick...

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Wicked: All The Differences From Book To Cinema

Wicked (2024) transforms Gregory Maguire’s dark, political novel into a vibrant, fantastical feature film. Here are the key differences.

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𝖊𝖒𝖕𝖗𝖊𝖘𝖘🪞 @taijutzu.bsky.social · 24/11/2024

I love being as pretty as I am 🥰

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Neyshaplays @neyshaplays.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

Advertise your account with just one image

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ꨄ︎ ꨄ︎ Kels Flock ꨄ︎ ꨄ︎ @kels-or-kelz.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

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abby joestar ⭐️ @itsme-abbyg.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

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Jawnji Ito 🌀 @rinnegoddess.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

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ONeillJones @oneilljones.com · 20/11/2024

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A purple bunny themed magical girl and her stuffed polar bear side kick unleash their ultimate heart shaped attack directly at the viewer. The magical girl has dark brown skin, purple afro puffs, a bow covered princess dress with puff sleeves and rabbit foot shaped sneakers. She wields a heart shaped wand. Her tiny polar bear accomplice swings an oversized mallet

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Stephanie Williams @stephwilliams.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

The official cover for the upcoming adaption of Maggie Stiefvater’s The Raven Boys by Sas Milledge and I is out, plus the release date!!! reactormag.com/the-raven-bo...

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Return to Cabeswater: Announcing the Graphic Novel of Maggie Stiefvater's The Raven Boys - Reactor

The first book in Maggie Stiefvater's Raven Cycle, now illustrated as a graphic novel.

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Kate Sánchez @ohmymithrandir.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

Its an absolute honor for @butwhytho.bsky.social to be in the judging board. These nominees and categories are an absolute celebration of what games has to offer.

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𝖊𝖒𝖕𝖗𝖊𝖘𝖘🪞 @taijutzu.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

I get being supportive and trying to follow every single person but also curating the type of feed you want to see is equally as important. And idk, following people just for the hell of it doesn’t give that. I can look at someone’s posts & know it’s not what I need to be seeing

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But Why Tho? @butwhytho.net · 17/11/2024

We're diving into One Piece at 6pm CT!! Join @neyshaplays.bsky.social @awildjessichu.bsky.social and @brandonbovia.bsky.social as they talk about the iconic series and why it has had such a lasting impact!! Join the stream on Twitch.tv/butwhythopc

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tony tony chopper from one piece is smiling with his tongue hanging out

ALT: tony tony chopper from one piece is smiling with his tongue hanging out

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Everyone's Favourite Brit. @mrpolonog.bsky.social · 16/11/2024

Hey new followers! Please please boost this and come hang out and will love you forever

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But Why Tho? @butwhytho.net · 13/11/2024

LEGO Horizon Adventures is enjoyable, with solid combat and a fun take on the series, let down by boring level design. Check out our review here: butwhytho.net/2024/11/lego...

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Lego Horizon Adventures (2024) Review - But Why Tho?

LEGO Horizon Adventures is enjoyable, with solid combat and a fun take on the series, let down by boring level design.

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But Why Tho? @butwhytho.net · 14/11/2024

Given the current political climate, @neyshaplays.bsky.social has on recommendation for you: One Piece. Luffy's is relevant to the events we are facing today in the world. #OnePiece is political and that is its biggest strength. Read why: butwhytho.net/2023/12/one-...

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One Piece and Its Politics Explained - But Why Tho?

Dive into the politics of One Piece as we explore how Eiichiro Oda masterfully addresses societal issues, that reflect the real-world.

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Everyone's Favourite Brit. @mrpolonog.bsky.social · 13/11/2024

But Why Tho will be livestreaming for two full days, with all procreeds going to the crowdfunding campaign. There will be something for everyone. twitch.tv/butwhythopc

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b. supp @valhallabackgirl.bsky.social · 13/11/2024

Jake Paul should have to fight all of these guys before he gets to fight Tyson.

Screenshot of all the characters from 1987’s Punch Out!!!

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Neyshaplays @neyshaplays.bsky.social · 11/11/2024

Can’t wait to talk about #OnePiece with all these dope folks!! Make sure y’all tune in for the stream and remember to spread the word to help @butwhytho.bsky.social raise funds for their writers!

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But Why Tho? @butwhytho.net · 11/11/2024

Let's Talk One Piece Anime/Manga's longest continuously running series, we speak with @awildjessichu.bsky.social @brandonbovia.bsky.social, and @neyshaplays.bsky.social about its impact, what it means to them, and why it resonates with so many. DAY: Saturday - 11/17 TIME: 6:00 pm CT / 7:00 pm ET

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Neyshaplays @neyshaplays.bsky.social · 08/11/2024

I’m ngl I went into #MyOldAss thinking “oh a female-led raunchy drug comedy with maybe some life lessons” I was wrong, there are drugs and it’s very funny but didn’t expect for this movie to hit me so hard in my feelings. Highly recommend giving it a watch! butwhytho.net/2024/11/my-o...

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My Old Ass (2024) Review - But Why Tho?

My Old Ass delivers a heartfelt message about living authentically while also cherishing our past and present experiences.

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Kate Sánchez @ohmymithrandir.bsky.social · 01/11/2024

This is by far the hardest thing that I've had to write. Since 2018, we have run @butwhytho.bsky.social with the goal of being self-sustainable. I don't pay myself, we pay out of pocket if needed, and try to make revenue with ads if we can. BUT NOW, we need help 👇 butwhytho.net/2024/11/lett...

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Letter From The Editor - But Why Tho?

Hello Readers & Listeners,

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But Why Tho? @butwhytho.net · 01/11/2024

Hi Supporters, We have an important announcement. 2024 has been a scary year, especially independent outlets like ours. We had to make a decision we've held off on doing since we started this journey. Please read our Letter from the Editor about the BWT's future. butwhytho.net/2024/11/lett...

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Letter From The Editor - But Why Tho?

Hello Readers & Listeners,

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