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March 31, 2022
March 31, 2022: BB.Q Chicken!
I’m about to lapse into a fried chicken coma following a wondrous lunch at BB.Q Chicken – a Korean franchise featured in the K-Drama Crash Landing On You about a soldier from South Korean who, as a result of a paragliding accident, ends up north of the DMZ where she falls in love with a North Korean soldier.
No political intrigue or romance on this visit, but lots of delicious chicken. We were three so we were only able to sample a fraction of the offerings…
The eight piece Golden Fried chicken. Classic. Crispy on the outside. Juicy and tender on the inside.
Honey Garlic Wings. John Stead’s favorite.
Gangman Style Wings – sweet and spicy with garlic. Ivon’s favorite.
Cheesling Wings – dusted with cheddar and mascarpone powder. My favorite.
Sides included cole slaw and corn salad. Service was excellent.
I have to go back to check out the flavors I missed on this outing: Hot Spicy, Soy Garlic, Ganjeong, Mala Hot, Galbi Q, Red Chak-Chak, Black Pepper, and Secret Sauce.
I made need back-up. Who’s with me?!
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March 30, 2022
March 30, 2022: Amazing Covers!
A few that caught my eye this week…
Hulk #5 – cover art by Jorge Fornes
Astro City: That Was Then #1 – cover art by Jamie McKelvie
Sensational Wonder Woman Special #1 – cover art by Belen Ortega
Sensational Wonder Woman Special #1 – cover art by Junggeun Yoon
Shadow War: Alpha #1 – cover art by Viktor Bogdanovic
So, which were YOUR favorites?
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March 29, 2022
March 29, 2022: My Stargate [redacted] pilot script review – and news of note!
The verdict? Fantastic. A perfect series for first-time viewers who know nothing about #Stargate, but also a richly rewarding experience for longtime fans. Action, adventure, friendship, humor, cool sci-fi, terrific characters, a compelling story – and one helluva an antagonist. pic.twitter.com/BHIVq7xCPN
— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) March 29, 2022
Excitement building…
World’s first space hotel to open in 2027 with “activities you can’t do on Earth”.
Like slam dunk a basketball? Can’t wait.
Mysterious beams of light in the sky have been spotted around the world.
We already did this on Stargate: Atlantis.
Elon Musk says he’s giving serious thought to creating a new social media platform
Interesting.
Dark Empaths: The truth about narcissists with empathetic traits
I know a few of these.
Insomnia is on the rise: A doctor warns melatonin may not be the solution
I’m more of a chamomile tea guy, but do keep melatonin on my nightstand just in case. You?
Today’s Yes/No…
Peanut Butter Stacker and Peanut Butter Fries? Yes/Nohttps://t.co/4kGzpdurj9
— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) March 29, 2022
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March 28, 2022
March 27, 2022: Baron’s Book Club Blab Blog!
I was distracted by work and sundry other activities this past week so I only read a single book…
The Perfect Crime – Edited by Vasseem Khan and Maxim Jakubowski (Release date: September 13, 2022)
Around the world in 22 murders…
MURDER
BLACKMAIL
REVENGE
From Lagos to Mexico City, Australia to the Caribbean, Toronto to Los Angeles, Darjeeling to rural New Zealand, London to New York – twenty-two bestselling crime writers from diverse cultures come together from across the world in a razor sharp and deliciously sinister collection of crime stories.
My thoughts: As is the case with most anthologies, this collection of crime-themed fiction is a mixed-bag ranging from the unremarkable to the delightfully clever. My favorites…
“For Marg” by J.P. Pomare about a farmer haunted by his former wife’s infidelity.
“Jumping Ship” by Oyinkan Braithwaite about a photographer hired to take baby photos for the married man with whom she has been carrying on an affair.
“Paradise Lost” by Abir Mukherjee about a former mob associate looking to start anew and leave his former life behind.
There were some a few other memorable tales, but these three stood out for their deft character work, crackerjack plotting, and ability to genuinely surprise this jaded reader. All three writers are now firmly on my to-read radar (although Braithwaite has been on my to-read list since her debut novel, My Sister Is A Serial Killer).
3/5
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And what have YOU been reading?
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March 27, 2022
March 27, 2022: Suji Sunday!
Despite her inability to walk, her spirits are up.
She gets one outside walk in the morning and one carpet run in the afternoon in addition to occasional leg exercises and massages.
Hanging with her pal Totoro.
Misplaced her glasses again.
Sweet dreams.
Help a pug in need: https://www.gofundme.com/f/waffle-needs-gallbladder-removal?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
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March 26, 2022
March 26, 2022: News of Note!
SAD META WORLD: ‘I WENT TO FASHION SHOW BUT FELL OFF YACHT AND WAS LEFT IN OCEAN’…
So, uh, how is this different from playing Sims?
Comparison of Metaverse and the game Sims
In summary – not all that different.
Aka Gordon Ramsay therapy.
Latest study says eating dark chocolate not beneficial.
Give it another week and I’m sure we’ll get a study saying just the opposite.
Coffee on the other hand…
Drinking coffee could benefit heart.
But not booze!
The Onion’s Guide to the Oscars: Best Picture
My prediction: bad ratings.
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March 25, 2022
March 25, 2022: Hurray for inflation!
How delightful. My tweeted response to this cretinous article made the Daily Mail…
Eat lentils and let your pets die of cancer! Bloomberg is slammed for out-of-touch op-ed lecturing Americans earning less than $300,000 on how to beat inflation
Delightful. I’m sort of famous now.
Seeing more and more of these asinine takes lately. If I wasn’t the wholly trusting type, I’d suspect a covert social media campaign designed to run cover for some truly shitty policy decisions.
How are you all enjoying inflation? Taking advantage of those higher prices? Uncluttering your life by downsizing? Losing weight by not eating as much? Do tell!
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March 24, 2022
March 24, 2022: Catching up with an old friend!
Had dinner with an old friend last night (dim sum, crispy chicken in truffle sauce, and spicy fried pork chops). We had a great chat about our industry, the good old days, and, of course, the potential good new days that lie ahead. Feeling optimistic on several fronts.
And on a totally related note, I think I’ll be doing a little light reading heading into the weekend…
Prompting so many great questions…
Depends on Amazon. If they green light the show, say, next week, Brad could get a writers' room up and running by May. Some scripts written for top of summer, head into production in the back half of this year, start dropping new #Stargate episodes summer of 2023. Give or take.
— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) March 24, 2022
Are we about to lock that elusive sixth chevron? Maybe. You know what would really, really help? Letting Amazon know you’re looking forward to Brad Wright’s new Stargate series.
Who knows what the future holds?
Besides lots and lots of socks. Look, I admit I have plenty of back-ups, but I draw the line of throwing out my favorites…
Today’s Yes/No…
Shiso and Cherry Blossom-flavored Gin? Yes/No
Shiso and cherry blossom flavored gin now on sale in Japan https://t.co/XG5BVXOB30 via @RocketNews24En
— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) March 24, 2022
My reaction is…ugh, gin!
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March 23, 2022
March 23, 2022: Amazing Covers!
A few that caught my eye this week…
Avengers Forever #4 – cover art by R. B. Silva
Captain America/Iron Man #5 – cover art by Alex Ross
Elektra: Black, White & Blood #3 – cover art by Adam Hughes
Wolverine: Patch #1 – cover art by Geoff Shaw
Barbarella #8 – cover art by Carla Cohen
Rogues #1 – cover art by Sam Wolfe Connelly
The Human Target #6 – cover art by Greg Smallwood
Joy Operations #5 – cover art by Alex Maleev
The Department of Truth #17 – cover art by Martin Simmonds
Vampire Macabre Halloween Special – cover art by Aly Fell
So, which were YOUR favorites?
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March 22, 2022
March 22, 2022: The fucking stupidest article I’ve read so far this year!
Hoowee. Seeing a lot of these buffoonish articles lately…
His five asinine points:
5 – It’s better for the environment!
This, of course, based on his assumption that, at some point, demand destruction occurs which leads individuals to significantly reduce their use of oil and gas. So thank goodness for high prices! Like most pie-in-the-sky hopium-fueled theorizing, it prefers presumptions over logic. We’re just getting out of a pandemic that saw fossil fuel use drop drastically and remain low for an extended period of time. What lasting effects did this tremendous pullback have on the environment? Fossil fuel consumption is still down from pre-pandemic levels. More importantly, if oil and natural gas prove too expensive, do you know what alternative energy source most third world countries will turn to? If you answered solar and/or wind, I’m going to have to ask you lay off the weed a little. The correct answer is coal which is cheaper, as readily available and, for what it’s worth, more energy dense and reliable than solar and wind.
4 – It’s still cheaper in the U.S.
With all due respect, so the fuck what? This is akin to feeling appreciative for the fact that some guy only punched you once as opposed to the two punches he dealt your neighbor.
3 – If you take inflation into account…
Apparently, it’s not so bad because it was actually worse during three other historical periods if you account for inflation. I mean, it could be worse. You could be paying a dollar more if this was 2012! I mean, sure! And if you consider the fact that you’re not living through the Spanish Inquisition and about to be burned at the stake for heresy, things are pretty damn good for you by comparison.
2 – If you’re from Texas
I’m not sure, but I believe the cretinous point here is that you should consider yourself fortunate if you’re from Texas (which, I’d wager to guess, most of the people reading the article aren’t) because of the state’s immense oil production capability. But the reality is that underinvestment in the sector (which he seems to touch on as a good thing) is directly responsible for the rise in fuel prices, in Texas and elsewhere. Also, it’s not as simple as simple turning the spigot to full and problem solved.
1- It’s a small price for freedom
You should suck it up because it’s all for a good cause – sticking it to Russia. And while I’m sure this idiot and many wealthy celebrities would agree, most of the people feeling the squeeze will be ordinary people who’ll have their lives impacted by these rising fuel costs, at the pump but also in the form of higher food prices as the high cost of natural gas will send fertilizer prices skyrocketing, exacerbating a looming food crisis brought on by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, sanctions, and years of failed energy policies.
Truly the fucking stupidest article I’ve read in 2022. And that’s saying something.
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