The Thursday Edition - Feb 20, 2020
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When a surprise attack brings Shadow and Cal together, they're forced to team up as assassin and apprentice. Even though Shadow's life belongs to the court and Cal's belongs to the queen, they cannot deny their attraction to each other. But now, with war on the horizon and true love at risk, Shadow and Cal will uncover a shocking web of lies that will change their paths forever.

Listen to The Queen's Assassin now!
Big on the Internet, McDonalds, Star Trek (franchise), things we saw today

Things We Saw Today: McDonald’s Candles Are Now a Thing! WHY!?

A set of sox candles sceneted like the indgrdients of a quarter pounder from mcdonalds
Consumers will soon be able to buy a set of candles that smell like ... the ingredients of a McDonald's quarter pounder??? Just ... why?
News, 2020 Presidential election, Michael Bloomberg, NDA

Someone Leaked Mike Bloomberg’s Campaign Team NDA and It’s Just as Terrible as You’d Expect

Mike Bloomberg takes a selfie after speaking to supporters at a rally
As it turns out, Bloomberg doesn't just have questionable NDAs for his business; he also makes his campaign staff sign them.
TV, Cartoon Network, Rebecca Sugar, Steven Universe, Steven Universe: Future

Ultimate Heartbreak: Steven Universe Future to End After Next 10 Episodes

Steven Universe Future theme song still.
In an interview with Variety, Rebecca Sugar decided to break my heart (during Black History Month!) by saying that Steven Universe Future would be ending the series and that is the end of one of my favorite shows of all time. It's fine. Everything's fine.
TV, Jodie Comer, Killing Eve, Sandra Oh

Killing Eve Season 4: New Showrunner, Same Badass Matriarchal Energy

jodie comer
Are you excited for Killing Eve season 3?
Big on the Internet, Leonardo DiCaprio

It’s 2020 so of Course the Internet Is Fighting About When Leonardo DiCaprio Became a Star

Leonardo DiCaprio in Romeo + Juliet
So, whether or not you personally knew who Leonardo DiCaprio was before Titanic, this is your history lesson.
Big on the Internet, Be Best, cyberbullying, Melania Trump

Melania Trump Roasted for Promoting “Healthy Online Behavior” in Wake of Trump’s Twitter Addiction

First Lady Melania Trump
First Lady/Resting Hostage Face pioneer Melania Trump is back in the news again.
TV, HBO, Westworld

Westworld’s Full Season Three Trailer Is a Violent Delight Pointing Towards a Violent End

Westworld Season 3 - Evan Rachel Wood - credit John P Johnson HBO_0
Let's break down the mysteries of the full Westworld season three trailer!
Books, contributors

Interview: Super Adjacent Author Crystal Cestari Asks, “What’s Life Like for Civilians Who Date Superheroes?”

Super adjacent book cover.
Here’s the thing: civilians who date superheroes have lives outside of their romantic relationships, just like everyone. So, what if we learned their stories through their eyes, rather than the heroes’?
AMP Featured, News, 2020 Presidential election, Amy Klobuchar, Pete Buttigieg, presidential debates

Wow, Amy Klobuchar Really Hates Pete Buttigieg

Pete Buttigieg and Amy Klobuchar fight onstage at the Democratic debate.
When it comes to Amy Klobuchar's obvious contempt for Pete Buttigieg, things seem almost personal.
Big on the Internet, Broadway, Elizabeth Warren, musicals

Broadway Boys for Elizabeth Warren! Ya Love to See It

Democratic presidential candidate, Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) speaks at the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and CNN presidential town hall focused on LGBTQ issues
A delightful number of musical men are on board for Elizabeth Warren. 
TV, Emma Mackey, Maeve Wiley, sex education

Unpacking the Complicated Beauty of Maeve Wiley on Sex Education

Emma Mackey as Maeve Wiley on Sex Education
Everyone in her life views Maeve a certain way and she constantly has to prove them wrong.
Comics, First Second Books, musicals, The Prince and the Dressmaker

The Prince and the Dressmaker: Next Musical Project From Frozen’s Kristen and Bobby Lopez

The Prince and the Dressmaker cover.
 The Prince and the Dressmaker will be turned into a musical and I truly cannot freakin' wait.
Big on the Internet, fandom, fandom trumps hate

“Fandom Trumps Hate” Lets You Bid on Fanworks to Support Truly Excellent Causes

Fandom Trumps Hate Auction
'Fandom Trumps Hate' is a fantastic fanworks auction, with proceeds going to nonprofits that help those targeted by the Trump administration.
AMP Featured, Big on the Internet, online harassment, South Park

No One Should Get Death Threats for Saying South Park Is Bad. It Is!

Dana Schwartz dared to criticize South Park and got death threats for it. That's wrong.
Movies & TV, #PayUpHollywood, assistants, film industry

#PayUpHollywood Reveals an Industry Where Wealth Is a Prerequisite for Success

princess carolyn, lenny turtletaub, and judah in bojack horseman
Paying assistants livable wages isn't only an issue of fairness or doing the right thing (although obviously we should want both things). It's about keeping the gatekeepers of the industry white, and keeping resources away from the artists who need it most.
AMP Featured, News, Elizabeth Warren, Twitter

And Cue the Sexist Reactions to Elizabeth Warren’s Debate Performance

Elizabeth Warren smiles from the stage at a campaign event.
I can't wait to vote for Elizabeth Warren in this primary, and then I can't wait for her to take on Donald Trump as the Democratic candidate.
AMP Featured, News, 2020 Presidential election, Elizabeth Warren, Michael Bloomberg, presidential debates

Elizabeth Warren Absolutely Devoured Everyone at Last Night’s Debate

Elizabeth Warren looks exceptionally presidential.
Elizabeth Warren had a hell of a night in Las Vegas.
Big on the Internet, astrology, Mercury, mercury retrograde

It’s Mercury Retrograde … But, Uh, What Does That Mean?

the planet mercury
Yes, friends ... Mercury is in retrograde. But what exactly does that, you know, mean?
TV, Carl Lumbly, Disney Plus, Isaiah Bradley, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier

Rumor Time: Carl Lumbly Speculated to Be Isaiah Bradley in The Falcon and The Winter Soldier

Isaiah Bradley
A new comic book icon may be joining Marvel's The Falcon and the Winter Soldier series on Disney Plus.
TV, Altered Carbon, Castlevania, Netflix

Everything Coming to Netflix in March 2020

Castlevania on Netflix
Welcome to Pisces season. Let's take a look at what's on Netflix to watch as you embrace your emotions and inner idealism in March.
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