The Thursday Edition - Nov 15, 2018
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Food waste is a huge problem. FOOD SHIFT is here to change that. Find out how when La La Anthony talks to entrepreneur Dana Frasz about her company in this episode of Funded in America.
TV, Doctor Who, Doctor Who Christmas Special, Jodie Whittaker

Doctor Who Is Forgoing a Christmas Special for a New Year’s Day Special

Doctor Who season 11 episode 1 review
BBC America is planning the first ever “Who Year’s Day” in lieu of their traditional Christmas special.
Movies, contributors, romcoms

From It Happened One Night to Crazy Rich Asians: Romcoms During Difficult Times

it happened one night crazy rich asians
When things gets tough, we turn to romcoms.
Movies, Disney, Dumbo, Tim Burton

Watch the First Trailer for Tim Burton’s Dumbo and Cry

Colin Farrell, Michael Keaton, Danny DeVito, Eva Green, Finley Hobbins and Nico Parker star in the new Disney live-action film.
Books, Ashley Poston, Quirk Books, young adult fiction

The Princess and the Fangirl Sounds Like Another Perfect Fandom Fairytale From Ashley Poston

The Princess and the Fangirl by Ashley Poston will be released April 2019
Last year at a convention, which was the perfect setting, I picked up a book called Geekerella after being enchanted by the title. I binge read it, then read it again. There were definitely tears
Movies, Dumplin', Jennifer Aniston, Netflix

Please, Oh Please Let Netflix’s Dumplin’ Be as Good as It Looks

The first trailer for Netflix's original movie Dumplin' just dropped and against my better judgment, oh boy am I excited for this.
TV, Gina Carano, Star Wars (franchise), The Mandalorian

Gina Carano Joins The Mandalorian, So She’s Probably Playing Rey’s Mom

Gina Carano, of Deadpool fame, will be starring in The Mandalorian alongside Pedro Pascal
There's a reason why many casting announcements are met with "omg, is this Rey's mom?" questions; I still remember the Rey Erso-Skywalker theories. 
Big on the Internet, George R.R. Martin, things we saw today, Wild Cards

Things We Saw Today: George R.R. Martin’s Wild Cards is Coming to Hulu

Hulu has announced that they've hired Andrew Miller (The Secret Circle) to write and executive produce two separate series based on the Wild Cards book series, which were edited by Martin.
Big on the Internet, bisexuality, LGBTQ Representation, pansexuality

Labels Are for You, Not Everyone Else: Why I’m Bisexual and Not Pansexual

WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA - JUNE 09: People marching with anBi, a bisexual organization, carry a bisexual flag in the 43rd L.A. Pride Parade on June 9, 2013 in West Hollywood, California. More than 400,000 people are expected to attend the parade in support of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities. (Photo by David McNew/Getty Images)
There is a lot of discussion of what bisexuality means versus what pansexuality means, but at the end of the day, both can exist without one needed to rival the other. It is about what label fits you.
News, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Fox News, women in politics

Fox News’ Laura Ingraham Says New Democrat Women Are on a “Warpath Against White Men”

democratic congresswomen, fox news, pink clouds
It's Freshman Orientation Week in Congress, and a lot of Democrats and other progressives are feeling the excitement over the new class of Representatives entering Washington. Laura Ingraham and others at Fox News, on the other hand, are turning to their usual blend of sexism and racism, with a dash of ageism thrown in, to mock what they're calling the "Democratic insurrection."
Comics, Marvel Comics, memorial, Stan Lee

Marvel Eulogizes Stan Lee in Memorial Video and I’m Not Crying, You’re Crying

stan lee
The video features footage from Lee's TV pilot and special appearances, along with interviews with some of Marvel's most influential voices.
Comics, Archie Comics, Betty & Veronica

Exclusive Betty & Veronica Art Preview & Interview With Author Jamie Rotante

bett and veronica cover
An exclusive look at the upcoming Betty & Veronica comic series and hints of things to come from Vixens writer Jamie Rontante.
Movies, Disney, Pixar Studios, Wreck-It Ralph 2

Review: Ralph Breaks the Internet Is a Meme Come to Life With a Surprising Message

Wreck-It Ralph and Vanellope von Schweetz in a scene from "Wreck-It Ralph 2: Ralph Wrecks the Internet"
When it comes to this film, as it has with many Pixar films. I found myself wondering who Wreck-It Ralph: Ralph Breaks The Internet was made for.
TV, DC Universe, Jason Todd, Titans

Why Jason Todd Is The Most Important Robin

jason todd Robin in Titans
He maybe the second boy wonder, but Jason Todd's legacy for the Batman Universe is very important to understanding the complexity of Bruce Wayne's mission.
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