You. Are. Allowed. To. Insult. The. Police. It’s a core First Amendment principle. This is utterly lawless behavior, for which there will be no (short-term) consequences. That he does it so casually, as they are walking away, in front of cameras. Rightly confident in his impunity.

I know these guys are all dumber than a sack of hammers, but it is fascinating to see the military decide “logistics are gay” in real time

Robert Redford playing a gentle incarnation of death, coming for a frightened old woman in The Twilight Zone episode "Nothing in the Dark" (1962). An extraordinary performance then, terribly bittersweet today

Reading much tonight on Charlie Kirk, who he was, what he said and believed -- from both admirers and those deeply opposed. It does not matter. None of it. What matters is that political violence made routine against any voice, left or right, marks us as a failing, dying republic. This is horror.

Remembering MN house speaker Melissa Hortman, her husband Mark and their beloved dog Gilbert. Murdered in June at their home by a rightwing Trump-voting evangelist, who also shot another MN lawmaker and his wife at THEIR home, 9 and 8 times, respectively (miraculously, they survived).

Dearest Martha, The National Guard stand solemn watch at the Krispy Kreme tonight. I cannot tell if they defend the people from the donuts, or the donuts from the people. Powdered sugar hangs in the air like cannon smoke. Jensen took a hot coffee to the face, he may never recover. Yours in glaze,

ICYMI, my short film got a really nice review from Film Threat! "...spectacular... Just the Janitor delivers everything you want in a short film: memorable characters, a sharp hook, and a finale that pays off... a gritty, satisfying story that sticks with you." filmthreat.com/reviews/just...

When all the lower income Americans are in prison because they can’t afford rent — we’ll look and wonder — how did that happen? Right here, friends.

Ah, comics used to be so innocent.

Yes.

The origin of the FANTASTIC FOUR in 4 sentences or less by @jasoninman.bsky.social #GHL #GeekHistoryLesson #FantasticFour #FantasticFourFirstSteps

My Fantastic Four: First Steps thoughts. And damn, that @m_giacchino score was astounding.

He’s back?!?!? I’m in favor.

If your creativity feels stagnant, stale inputs might be the issue. Instead of scrolling for inspiration, try wandering. Step away from your routine. Watch foreign films, embrace silence, or listen to a stranger share a messy story. True art comes from genuine experiences, not just strategy.

THE IRON BARGE is a talking animal adventure comic set in post-apocalyptic Las Vegas, a la Secret of Nimh meets Fallout! ⚔️Story by @thatnormdude.bsky.social 🦦 Art by me! Read the first page here⚔️✨ ironbargecomic.com?pg=1#showComic

My writing journey started with scribbling stories in little notebooks, creating fake movie sequels that never existed. It took me a while to believe I could actually make writing my job.

Beshear on Trump's bill: "It's the single worst piece of legislation I've seen in my lifetime & it is an attack on rural America. In my state alone, 200k are gonna lose their coverage... 20k healthcare workers are gonna lose their jobs & we've got up to 35 rural hospitals that may close."

There are still beautiful things in the world, and this man getting his due is one of them.

 “You can’t wait for inspiration, you have to go after it with a club.” -Jack London

One of my favorite bits from one of my pilots — Diesel Dreams

What’s the best lesson you’ve learned from a mentor? For me, it was straightforward: you have to write something. That’s the job. No excuses. What about you? Any lessons that really stuck with you?

Always have a notebook on hand. Ideas slip away quickly, often in under three minutes. If you don’t capture them, they may vanish entirely. Don’t let your best thoughts fade into oblivion. Write them down and set your creativity free.

Build a watching habit that aligns with the kind of TV, comics, or movies you want to create. Treat it as essential as anything else on your schedule. Don’t let a busy day push aside the time you spend enjoying and learning from other great works. It’s all about soaking up inspiration

What’s the loudest piece of your story? Always go back to that core idea that sparked your creativity. Cut everything else until you find the gold. That’s how you create something impactful.

Stephen King highlights the magic of "Creative Sleep": "In both writing and sleeping, we learn to be physically still while encouraging our minds to unlock from the humdrum rational thinking of our daytime lives."

i am not being pollyannish when i insist that the people who sign up do not sign up to advance a president’s domestic political agenda www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

Still can't believe my showrunner let me sneak a Batman reference into Watson Ep 1x11! Ingrid says, "You have got to check your text messages. We hit up the main phone and the bat phone!" And the rest is CBS history!

Here’s something I wish I’d known earlier: backstory is the backbone of your story. As Faulkner said, the past is always with us. Knowing your character’s history is key to crafting a rich and engaging narrative.

In the failed state of California in the overrun city of Los Angeles today I drove my mom to the airport, got some coffee with a friend, got the kids from school and worked on some podcast edits. Thank god the United States Military will be sent in to shoot unarmed civilians. This cannot hold.

WGAW members at today’s rally to #FreeDavidHuerta, soon before he was released on bond. The fight continues as he faces unjust charges for exercising his right to peaceful protest and collective action.

And if this was a civilized country, that cop would lose his job. Instead, he’ll probably be promoted. Firing on the press certainly seems like we’ve made America great again, doesn’t it?

BBC is the only one covering the Los Angeles protests right now as Fox, CNN and MSNBC ignore it.

Hell of a photo

Done. This took WAY less than two minutes.

Ursula K. Le Guin beautifully said, "One of the functions of art is to give people the words to know their own experience. Storytelling is a tool for knowing who we are and what we want."

I just had this conversation with a friend, I said, "Would your 10-year-old self be amazed by what you’ve accomplished??" They said, "Yes." I replied back with, "Then you won." It's important to recognize how far we've come and appreciate our achievements. We all forget that sometimes.

"There are two great days in a person's life – the day we are born and the day we discover why." - William Barclay  Maybe today will be both for me? It's definitely the first one!

You know what really helps me with scenes? Imagining the debates my characters could have. Picture one character convinced aliens exist while the other thinks it’s all nonsense. That clash creates drama and tension, making their conversations come alive.

Ayad Akhtar, author of Homeland Elegies, discovered something powerful: He was avoiding his roots, but when he paused and looked back, creativity surged! His goal? To write universally by starting from a place he knows and loves. The key? Embrace your past and let it inspire your work!

👇🏼🍊🙏🏼 please buy! E-book is less than practically anything at Starbucks and paperback less than an Old Fashioned. Like, love, spread the word!

Leonardo Da Vinci said it best: simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. Writers often believe that complex vocabulary enhances their work, but that is a misconception. Clear and simple language can create powerful messages that resonate deeply with readers.

What really hooks readers isn’t just pretty writing or a thrilling plot; it’s all about the story itself and what gives it meaning. And that story starts way before you hit page one.

“Their sacrifice was the ultimate act of love for their country. May we always remember them.” Please spare a few thoughts and moments for the fallen heroes we lost today on Memorial Day. They're the reason you're able to have a barbeque.

Andor season 2

Stardate – THE PAST: Myself, @ashleyvrobinson Tim Sheridan and his lovely husband watching Lower Decks together. Stardate – NOW: Tim immortalizes me as Captain Stark Inman (Stark’s my hometown) and Ashley as an Andorian in issue 7 of Lower Decks. Honored—now get back to work, you lower deckers!

Here's to you Norm! I raise a glass to you helping to craft one of the greatest TV characters of all time, George Wendt. May the taps be ever-flowing and your stool be ever comfortable, sir. RIP.

Great characters evolve. They have clear motivations, strengths, and flaws. Challenges change them. Dialogue reveals their growth. Crafting compelling character arcs keeps your audience invested and connected.