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Godzilla Problems, Godzilla Solutions

Why was I thinking about Godzilla Minus One this week?

8 hrs ago • 

Jake

This Week's Comics: Deadpool and Batman, G.I. Joe, Absolute Flash, and The Ultimates

Starting a new series on this Substack. No hard feelings if you're not into it.

Sep 21 • 

Jake

SOO, Royal Starr, and Robert Redford

Some thoughts on film festivals and Mr. Robert Redford

Sep 19 • 

Jake

July 2025

Wednesday Are Better in Person

“Making your way in the world today takes everything you've got…” “Wouldn’t you like to get away?” For me, that place turned out to be a comic book…

Jul 8 • 

Jake

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Films On The Fourth of July

I’m going to save you from scrolling through the tiles on your streaming platform with some recommendations for the holiday weekend.

Jul 2 • 

Jake

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June 2025

Anchored in Creativity

This past weekend I was reminded of the importance of creativity.

Jun 23 • 

Jake

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Five Summer Films I Want To See

Plus a few more for good measure

Jun 6 • 

Jake

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Democrats: Be Like Ferris Bueller

Democrats need to ditch applause from the DC media and start relating to all the voters — from the sportos to the wastoids and everyone in between.

Jun 5 • 

Jake

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May 2025

Can You Be Real With Me?

Governor Gretchen Whitmer's recent "encounters" with Trump present a lesson for any Democrat looking to run for office.

May 2 • 

Jake

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January 2025

In No Particular Order: My Ten Favorite Films of 2024

Saw a lot of movies, enjoyed them, but these are my ten favorite.

Jan 24 • 

Jake

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The Bulwark - Everything People Say They Want From the News Media

Cable news is stale, legacy media institutions are flailing, and The Bulwark is picking up the slack.

Jan 7 • 

Jake

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December 2024

Truth, Justice, and the American Way Still Matters

We have to make the choice to pick ourselves up and challenge this country to live up to its highest ideals.

Dec 27, 2024 • 

Jake

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