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Might have chosen an unwise time to watch my first NFL game of the season. Bears look like they've entered hibernation...

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What the hell are the Packers wearing? I thought Da Bears were playing Notre Dame for a second...

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Understood. But I also love History so was lucky to have found you and looking forward to seeing your posts. Cheers!

Now that I subscribe to the best of the big bad music streaming services I'm finally listening to some "deluxe" album reissues. There's some interesting nuggets, for sure, but they're not superior to the original album release. Don't need to hear a demo, instrumental, or janky live take again.

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Just noticed I can no longer see most of those that are following me by clicking "followers" and scrolling. Well, welcome, stalkers!

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Er, I sent that when I just started reading it. The article was actually about the state of the women's game, not just J-Cap.

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@spyhistorian.bsky.social I was just reading a 2001 article on Jennifer Capriati by Chris Smith and was looking to see if he was on here, but glad I found your account.

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How can Ohtani possibly be "in the red zone"? If the argument is that he hasn't played X number of years I ain't trying to hear it - his achievements are already unparalleled.

selfparody @theselfparody.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

I love the mornings, I just could never get up for them. I'd never see a sunrise unless it was an all nighter. Now I see them every day.

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selfparody @theselfparody.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

I'm enjoying middle age better than my 20s, actually. Just miss the ability to stay up late and sleep in. The change happened suddenly about a year ago and still shocks me...

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selfparody @theselfparody.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Nothing like waking up at 415 on a Saturday when you don't need to be up until 8 or 9. Middle age is bullshit!

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selfparody @theselfparody.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

My Milwaukee friends and acquaintances who know I'm a Chicago sports fan have been offering condolences for the passing of "Da Coach" today, but out of the many, many, reasons I hate that guy, here's one: deadspin.com/mike-ditka-s... Fuck Ditka.

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Deadspin | Mike Ditka Slams NFL Protests: "There Has Been No Oppression In The Last 100 Years" [Update]

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selfparody @theselfparody.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

I thought Sketches Of Spain would be ideal reading music but it's too damn interesting.

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selfparody @theselfparody.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Don't get it twisted - the centibillionaires are already actively waging class warfare on us.

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selfparody @theselfparody.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Closes with a powerful version of Dylan's With God On Our Side - a song I haven't listened to since college. How the hell did a 22 year old have the maturity to write that song? A song that is sadly more relevant than ever. Dylan from 63-66 was unparalleled... www.bobdylan.com/songs/god-ou...

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With God on Our Side | The Official Bob Dylan Site

selfparody @theselfparody.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Oh my gosh, I've been lucky enough to see many. How about Radiohead in Grant Park? I think it was the Kid A tour. Definitely before they had big concerts in Grant Park - no Lollapalooza - so it was a big f'n deal. They seemed so much more hopeful live.

selfparody @theselfparody.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

My first time at the Landmark Credit Union Live. Nice place. While I miss the days of my youth where everybody played the Rave / Eagles Ballroom it's nice that we have a lot of options now. I don't want to over-romanticize it - a lot of artists used to skip Milwaukee for Madison or MPLS.

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selfparody @theselfparody.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

I really enjoyed the Chance show last night but it's kind of cognitive whiplash when he can spend the set mostly doing songs about partying - even drugs - and then close with a proselytizing sermon about getting with God. I guess that was kinda Prince's deal too - swap sex for drugs, tho.

jamelle @jamellebouie.net · 04/10/2026

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remarkable piece of journalism. really worth reading.

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selfparody @theselfparody.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

💯 Don't join. Get out if you can. Refuse illegal orders. Don't be complicit.

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selfparody @theselfparody.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Let's build a stadium with a roof without air conditioning. And yes, the roof will also block no doubt home run balls and turn them into outs.

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selfparody @theselfparody.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Thanks for sharing those memories of the show. I could see that. I guess I give Outlaw Pete a pass because I'm fond of the album. My brother-in-law played "My Lucky Day" on violin at my wedding and "Queen Of The Supermarket" is inspired... Who can't relate to falling in love with a stranger?

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selfparody @theselfparody.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Been a Sound Opinions listener for years but fell out of the habit. Listened to this one on the rec of a friend and thoroughly enjoyed it. Looking forward to reading your book. Did feel weird though when you guys said even Bruce fans hate "Outlaw Pete" - I like that song! It's a fine album, too.

selfparody @theselfparody.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

October. And the leaves stripped bare. Of all they wear. Do. I. Care?

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I understand the reasons for it but I really hate a best of three playoff series after a 162 MLB game regular season. It just seems so unfair that your season can end after two away games...

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I've seen enough. It's time to listen to Pat and Ron in bed.

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Thanks, It is a bit better now. NBC also seems to have this issue for NBA games. Seems like something they could plan for.

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I've tried every setting on my speaker system and can't remedy it.

Sadly Rutschman @flannelgoddess.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

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Oh shit the White Sox are literally on a mission from God

Letter to Jerry Reinsdorf from the pope

I was pleased to receive the kind letter that you
sent
following the game that took place at Rate Field on August 11, 2026. I am most grateful for this thoughtful gesture.
As I have noted,
"sport can truly become a school of life,
where all can learn that abundance does not come from victory at any cost, but from sharing, from respecting others and from the joy of walking together" (Letter Life in Abundance, 6 February In this spirit, it is my hope that the White Sox will
continue to foster bonds of friendship and solidarity people, and thus bear hopeful witness to the possibility of living and working together in peace.
With
these sentiments, I willingly invoke the Almighty's
abundant blessings upon you and your loved ones.
From the Vatican, 9 September 2026
Leo PXIV

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selfparody @theselfparody.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Catching up on / revisiting Sinead's catalog. I miss her.

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ArtButMakeItSports @artbutmakeitsports.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Circus Performers, by Walt Kuhn, 1978, 📸 via @marisakabas.bsky.social

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selfparody @theselfparody.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

9pm start time for the Cubs playoff games. I probably won't make it to the end of a single one. I'm too old for this shit! 😉

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As! One of the greatest love songs ever!

I still flip off every one I see. I'll even pull next to them on the interstate before blowing them off my back. I want them to always know.

An ex shared "Love Is Stronger Than Death" with me almost 20 years ago. And while almost everything about our relationship was toxic I can't help but think of her kindly whenever I hear it - the song is just too beautiful and hopeful - I'm usually the type that trashes every reminder ASAP...

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It does. You can subscribe to a service that lets you turn AI off your feed in settings.

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