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March 4, 2024
March 4, 2024: Recent Yes/No’s – Best and Worst!
Painful Burnt Trailer Cocktail? Yes/No
Thanks to @Jazzchyk for the tip!https://t.co/iVLwnx3xU6
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Milky Shimaenaga? Yes/No
Japan’s cutest bird becomes a Krispy Kreme sakura doughnut for cherry blossom season https://t.co/wreTs3S5aC via @RocketNews24En
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Sakura Matcha with Sakura Jelly Frappuccino? Yes/No
Starbucks Japan unveils first sakura drink for cherry blossom season 2024 https://t.co/QcMUnuthNN via @RocketNews24En
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Pancake Tea Latte? Yes/No
Lipton releases Pancake Tea Latte in Japan https://t.co/ndOmOJAStk via @RocketNews24En
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Persian Pebble Bread? Yes/No https://t.co/Hvm0u7ulZe
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Glazed Donut-flavored Syrup? Yes/Nohttps://t.co/x0FoCYQ9vX
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Fruit Candy? Yes/No https://t.co/g18XScKfyK
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Macaroni and Cheese-stuffed roasted Bologna? Yes/No https://t.co/lWLpu0LOsI
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Hanami Dango Frappuccino or Hanami Sakura Cream? Yes/No
Starbucks Japan unveils new Sakura Frappuccino for cherry blossom-viewing season 2024 https://t.co/CrHpxjeNfX via @RocketNews24En
— Joseph Mallozzi
Best: Pancake tea latte
Worst: Macaroni and cheese-stuffed bologna
And you?
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March 3, 2024
March 3, 2024: Sharky Sunday!
Bubbie the Penthouse Pug comes for a visit.
Bubbie with a lot more stamina than Sharky
A short nap before dinner
Enjoying some blueberries…
One of those rare moments where he is actually playing with his stuffy…
He’d rather play with empty boxes…especially if they once contained treats…
Nighty Night!
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March 2, 2024
March 2, 2024: The Crime Binge continues!
Undercover (2019 – ) Season 2
Kim’s investigation into illegal Syrian weapons trade leads her to the El Dorado Ranch, a western horse ranch where Bob goes undercover to earn the trust of the brothers Berger, ranch owners & arms dealers.
My thoughts: As much as I enjoyed season 1, season 2 is a let-down as the action shifts to a Country-themed riding school and bar in the Belgian hinterlands. There’s something inherently silly about Europeans in cowboy hats, especially when they’re villains we’re supposed to fear.
3/5
Save Me (2018 – 2022) Season 2
Nelly hasn’t rested trying to find his missing daughter Jody, he won’t give up, and he will do anything to find out what happened. Discovering things about him and those around him, things he never imagined.
My thoughts: Season 1 was, I thought, a perfect standalone season and while the second season does detract from its near perfection, Lennie James’ return as a father determined to rescue his missing daughter is no less compelling.
4/5
Undercover (2019 – ) Season 3
Hoping to turn his life around, Bob takes on a dangerous undercover mission to root out a police mole, but his path once again crosses with Ferry Bouman.
My thoughts: Mobster Ferry Bouman takes center stage in the show’s third season, becoming an unlikely ally in a bid to Tom Waes’ Bob Lemmens, and its a ton of fun.
4.5.5
Arctic Circle/Ivalo (2018 – ) Season 1
A detective and a virologist pursue an unusual investigation that places them on the wrong side of the law.
My thoughts: Whenever they slip into English, the dialogue gets pretty cheesy. Pair this with clunky plotting and dubious character interactions and you have a show I could not get through.
DNF
Sweet/Vicious (2016 – 2017)
Hell-bent on bringing justice to those who get away with abuse on their college campus, Jules and Ophelia take on double lives as wannabe vigilantes.
My thoughts: Well damn. I love the premise and really wanted to like this one, but, in the end, it just feels like a light-weight MTV show – overly quippy, with a silliness that undermines any genuine stakes or drama.
2.5/5
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March 1, 2024
March 1, 2024: End of week updates!
Well, looks like i’m about to close on a deal to rewrite a pilot script that, pending network approval, could see us in Portugal this summer shooting an 8-episode first season. Next week, I’ll pitch everyone my take on the revised pilot and then, hopefully, turn it around before month’s end. If everyone is as quick at turning around notes as I am writing, we could be convening a writers’ room in April-May, then prepping in June for an August-September shoot.
Anyone been to Portugal? I hear the fish and seafood are amazing. Something for Akemi to look forward to.
If we do go, we will, of course, be bringing Sharky with us so we’ve started looking into the requirements for traveling with a dog. So far, it looks fairly straightforward and relatively simple.
Sharky may not be traveling alone as we’ve made some inquiries about some pugs in need of a good home. We’re okay with seniors and special needs, but really need a smaller pug as they will travel with us in-cabin (and I hear Air Canada are being absolute jerks about pet travel of late).
I’d look to pick up the new addition to the family sometime in March as that is when I am looking to be in L.A. to pitch another series. Ideally, the timing would line up so that once I finish production and post on the Portugal show, I could roll into the writers room for this one – which is looking like it would shoot its first season in Croatia and additional locales throughout Europe.
Looks like this will all force me to put my ongoing Crime Binge on hold. I’m 224 shows in and the scorecard tallies up thusly: Thumbs up: 53 Thumbs down: 167 Thumbs sideways: 4
Speaking of putting on hold, I’ve grown increasingly frustrated with twitter and its suppression algos that have suppressed my account’s reach. So once I finish uploading the last of these Stargate bloopers and cut scenes, I’m going on hiatus for a couple of weeks to see if that resets the algos. If not, then life’s too short and I have other places to be – like this blog for instance.
Hope all is well with all of you! The weekend awaits!
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February 29, 2024
February 29, 2024: Musings!
At this point, Google is really not all that different from the "well-intentioned" supervillains of fiction. And it could be argued this have been true for many years now. https://t.co/E6BGvoohcx
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They also demonetized his YouTube channel. https://t.co/BRfQVzEPCS
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Favorite #HammerFilm star? pic.twitter.com/i5hp5OmaxH
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I prefer to read my scripts aloud to them so as to receive in-person verbal feedback before dropping them off in the deep wilderness to assuage my paranoia. https://t.co/lYXW6XUjTO
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Today’s Yes/No…
Braised Pork Latte? Yes/No
Starbucks releases a Braised Pork Latte in China, so we see if we can recreate it in Japan https://t.co/q105KifIhF via @RocketNews24En
— Joseph Mallozzi
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February 28, 2024
February 28, 2024: Amazing Covers!
A few that caught my eye…
Giant-Size Fantastic Four #1 – cover art by Dave Bardin
Marvel Super-Heroes: Secret Wars – Battleworld #2 – cover art by Mike Zeck
Star Wars: Thrawn – Alliances #2 – cover art by Rahzzah
The Immortal Thor #7 – cover art by Rod Reis
Wolverine #41 – cover art by Leinil Francis Yu
Alan Scott: The Green Lantern #5 – cover art by Brandon Peterson
Alan Scott: The Green Lantern #5 – cover art by Jay Hero
Amazons Attack! #1 – cover art by Irvin Rodriguez
Batman ’89: Echoes #3 – cover art by W. Scott Forbes
Batman ’89: Echoes #3 – cover art by Hayden Sherman
Green Arrow #9 – cover art by Dustin Nguyen
The Flash #6 – cover art by Matthew Taylor
Red Sonja #8 – cover art by Lucio Parrillo
Red Sonja #8 – cover art by Bjorn Barends
Homes & Houdini #2 – cover art by Josh Burns
So, which were YOUR favorites?
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February 27, 2024
February 27, 2024: The Crime Binge continues!
Blood and Water (2020 – ) Season 1
A local teen uncovers her family’s secret past and navigates the complicated world of a South African high school.
My thoughts: Lightweight YA.
3/5
Vera (2011 – ) Season 1
With her caustic wit and singular charm, DCI Vera Stanhope leads her team as they face a series of captivating murder mysteries set against the breathtaking Northumberland landscape.
My thoughts: Liked it, but not enough to keep watching past its first season.
3.5/5
You (2018 – 2024) Season 1
A dangerously charming, intensely obsessive young man goes to extreme measures to insert himself into the lives of those he is transfixed by.
My thoughts: His knack for stalking without being caught feels very convenient after a while. Also, it’s hard to emotionally invest in such unlikable characters.
3/5
Reyka (2021 – )
In 1994 in South Africa, the daughter of a multiracial couple is kidnapped. She escapes and, as an adult, becomes a detective. Reyka Gama uses her skills to raise her child and solve mysteries.
My thoughts: Gets off to a strong start but then ultimately falls victim to clichés, poor plotting, and suspect character decisions.
3/5
Matrioshka (2005 – 2008) Season 1
A Belgian criminal gang head east to Lithuania to recruit young women desperate to leave their impoverished lives.
My thoughts: Has the look and feel of a 70’s pulp movie.
3/5
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February 26, 2024
February 26, 2024: Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons!
Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons pic.twitter.com/3928JFJn8Y
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Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons pic.twitter.com/aaIdOmgYKp
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Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons pic.twitter.com/COth1kupSu
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Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons
I Am the Greatest: The Adventures of Muhammad Ali pic.twitter.com/aYo0BNYUgZ
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Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons pic.twitter.com/m0n4qsPtIa
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Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons
Rubik, the Amazing Cube pic.twitter.com/1RFNx2k80C
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Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons pic.twitter.com/44ms14dGIV
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orgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons pic.twitter.com/P89ZIFqAe5
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Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons pic.twitter.com/TbmaKC3GVT
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Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons pic.twitter.com/ZlqDrX4Tbr
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Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons pic.twitter.com/aUioNbZATD
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Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons pic.twitter.com/WJCllcbgBU
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Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons pic.twitter.com/EHXfDxGLkm
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Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons: Cool McCool pic.twitter.com/xZDYxO6DE7
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Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons pic.twitter.com/mVpRxpRJZL
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Forgotten Cartoons: Carlton Your Doorman
The failed 1980 animated pilot featuring the breakout never-glimpsed character from the live-action Rhoda sitcom only aired once – but managed to win an Emmy. pic.twitter.com/6SRLwwKRCA
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Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons: Laverne & Shirley Join the Army
The animated spinoff of the popular live-action series sees the pair dealing with military matters like aliens, werewolves, and talking pigs. pic.twitter.com/O2jn5JpVix
— Joseph Mallozzi
Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons: Hammerman
With the help of his magical talking shoes, Stanley Burrell (aka M.C. Hammer) fights crime in Oak Town as superhero Hammerman, occasionally drawing advice from Gramps, the former superhero known as Soulman. pic.twitter.com/QG0vcfefCl
— Joseph Mallozzi
Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons: Ewoks
This 1985 Saturday morning cartoon spun off the very worst thing about Star Wars (at the time), the Ewoks, into their own Care Bear-esque cartoon adventure series. pic.twitter.com/Y2ZI0lx7Fp
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Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons: Rambo The Force of Freedom
John Rambo leads his multicultural crew on missions to thwart terrorist org SAVAGE – through non-violent means of course.
He would have hated Movie Rambo. pic.twitter.com/oLCr08k12H
— Joseph Mallozzi
Forgotten Saturday Morning Cartoons: The Fonz & The Happy Days Gang
The Fonz, his talking dog Mr. Cool, Richie and Ralph Malph get lost in time after hopping a ride on a time machine belonging to Cupcake, a girl from the future. pic.twitter.com/athedcUmms
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February 25, 2024
February 25, 2024: Sharky Sunday!
An afternoon cappuccino and bookshop visit.
Hanging out with Bubbie, the penthouse pug!
Sharky loves his food…
Sharky’s friend, Danny…
Twitchy…
New trick!
The Sharky super cut…
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February 24, 2024
February 24, 2024: Recent Yes/No’s – Best and Worst!
Magical Penis Wine? Yes/No https://t.co/JWr53qNYkS
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Baumkuchen Ice Cream? Yes/No
People go crazy for new baumkuchen ice cream in Japan https://t.co/fxXPmbmjAf via @RocketNews24En
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Squid Devil Burger? Yes/No
Dom Dom’s Squid Devil Burger is here to shake up the gourmet scene like a tokusatsu bad guy https://t.co/9Sa8U1VIO8 via @RocketNews24En
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Dill pickle cornbread cupcakes? Yes/No
Dill pickle cornbread cupcakes are up for grabs at this Alabama bakery https://t.co/g31Xv30VID
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Pizza Rolls Pizza? Yes/No https://t.co/pGbFcd5zsX
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Yubari King Melon? Yes/Nohttps://t.co/eg8FPiM2Ef
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The Chickle? Yes/No https://t.co/epZYFmIvbd
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Blood-red Frappuccinos? Yes/No
Starbucks Japan unveils new blood-red Frappuccinos for Valentine’s Day https://t.co/vmEolemJeK via @RocketNews24En
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Crispy Chicken Skin Tacos? Yes/No pic.twitter.com/w7MKYTx2qn
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Oleato? Yes/No
The Starbucks drink that makes people poop themselves is coming to Canada https://t.co/J5CnKhdng6
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Best = Crispy chicken skin tacos
Worst = Magical penis wine (probably?)
And you?
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