Mel (they/them)🐀
@kupgup.bsky.social
Neurospicy, queer. Feral goblin hermit since 2020.
I knit (mostly socks) and hang out with my pet rats and sometimes bake bread and stuff.
Sometimes I am sighted at post-apocalyptic preenactment events.
I knit (mostly socks) and hang out with my pet rats and sometimes bake bread and stuff.
Sometimes I am sighted at post-apocalyptic preenactment events.
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epic will pay for every game that gets claimed this way so yes, you are still giving money to rowling (and by extension an international campaign against trans people) by claiming this
there are other, better franchises - let this one go
there are other, better franchises - let this one go
Epic Games partnered with The Game Awards to give away this week's free game on the Epic Games Store.
Hogwarts Legacy is now at the right price: $0
Epic Games partnered with The Game Awards to give away this week's free game on the Epic Games Store.
www.polygon.com
December 13, 2025 at 5:27 PM
epic will pay for every game that gets claimed this way so yes, you are still giving money to rowling (and by extension an international campaign against trans people) by claiming this
there are other, better franchises - let this one go
there are other, better franchises - let this one go
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The Curse of the Penguin
December 11, 2025 at 2:11 PM
The Curse of the Penguin
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#Crustmas, you say??
We made scientific gingerbread cookies for @unibergen.bsky.social's #AcademicGingerbreadVillage (exhibited at the natural history museum!), and of course some of them featured #invertebrates. Here's a glorious #HermitCrab made by the participants of our #Bryozoa workshop
We made scientific gingerbread cookies for @unibergen.bsky.social's #AcademicGingerbreadVillage (exhibited at the natural history museum!), and of course some of them featured #invertebrates. Here's a glorious #HermitCrab made by the participants of our #Bryozoa workshop
December 11, 2025 at 1:06 PM
#Crustmas, you say??
We made scientific gingerbread cookies for @unibergen.bsky.social's #AcademicGingerbreadVillage (exhibited at the natural history museum!), and of course some of them featured #invertebrates. Here's a glorious #HermitCrab made by the participants of our #Bryozoa workshop
We made scientific gingerbread cookies for @unibergen.bsky.social's #AcademicGingerbreadVillage (exhibited at the natural history museum!), and of course some of them featured #invertebrates. Here's a glorious #HermitCrab made by the participants of our #Bryozoa workshop
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Big Tech’s PR work around AI has been a masterclass in how not to communicate with the public about technology
December 10, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Big Tech’s PR work around AI has been a masterclass in how not to communicate with the public about technology
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People abusing stimulants is so wild from the perspective of an ADHDer. "I used Adderall to work for three nights without sleeping, lol." Cool I take Adderall so I don't cry when I have to re-tie my shoes.
December 7, 2025 at 4:59 PM
People abusing stimulants is so wild from the perspective of an ADHDer. "I used Adderall to work for three nights without sleeping, lol." Cool I take Adderall so I don't cry when I have to re-tie my shoes.
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The most realistic scene in DS9 is when Gul Dukat whined about how the Bajorans never erected a statue in his honor. A prophetic text.
December 6, 2025 at 5:32 PM
The most realistic scene in DS9 is when Gul Dukat whined about how the Bajorans never erected a statue in his honor. A prophetic text.
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Starbucks workers are truly making some of the best picket art in the game
December 6, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Starbucks workers are truly making some of the best picket art in the game
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ICE are petaQ who fight only grandmothers and the unarmed
December 6, 2025 at 5:58 PM
ICE are petaQ who fight only grandmothers and the unarmed
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We got Weird Al out here singing Killing In The Name, the time for moderation is over
December 6, 2025 at 2:45 PM
We got Weird Al out here singing Killing In The Name, the time for moderation is over
I have FINALLY remembered to discuss with my spouse who pays the Spotify subscription. Turns out he's been meaning to bring it up too. Yay neurospicy household.
We're trying out Qobuz based on this article's recommendation.
We're trying out Qobuz based on this article's recommendation.
My Spotify Wrapped for 2025:
Fuck ICE
Fuck Israel
Leave Spotify for literally any other platform. I'm on Tidal now.
www.bloodinthemachine.com/p/a-complete...
Fuck ICE
Fuck Israel
Leave Spotify for literally any other platform. I'm on Tidal now.
www.bloodinthemachine.com/p/a-complete...
How to quit Spotify
This Black Friday, here's a guide to finding the best Spotify alternative
www.bloodinthemachine.com
December 4, 2025 at 8:15 PM
I have FINALLY remembered to discuss with my spouse who pays the Spotify subscription. Turns out he's been meaning to bring it up too. Yay neurospicy household.
We're trying out Qobuz based on this article's recommendation.
We're trying out Qobuz based on this article's recommendation.
Why the hell can't I find the accessory-quantity DK yarns that I KNOW I own??
I looked through every. damn. yarn. bin. There were SQs, accessory-qty worsted and thicker, and sock yarn. No sub-SQ DK.
Do I have another bin forgotten somewhere?? Did I destash in my sleep?? Maddening!
#Knitsky
I looked through every. damn. yarn. bin. There were SQs, accessory-qty worsted and thicker, and sock yarn. No sub-SQ DK.
Do I have another bin forgotten somewhere?? Did I destash in my sleep?? Maddening!
#Knitsky
December 3, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Why the hell can't I find the accessory-quantity DK yarns that I KNOW I own??
I looked through every. damn. yarn. bin. There were SQs, accessory-qty worsted and thicker, and sock yarn. No sub-SQ DK.
Do I have another bin forgotten somewhere?? Did I destash in my sleep?? Maddening!
#Knitsky
I looked through every. damn. yarn. bin. There were SQs, accessory-qty worsted and thicker, and sock yarn. No sub-SQ DK.
Do I have another bin forgotten somewhere?? Did I destash in my sleep?? Maddening!
#Knitsky
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FDA Approves New Drug That Reverses Effects Of Narcan
FDA Approves New Drug That Reverses Effects Of Narcan
SILVER SPRING, MD—Praising the drug’s ability to quickly and effectively increase fatalities amongst the nation’s opioid users, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a new nasal spray Wednesd...
theonion.com
December 3, 2025 at 4:00 PM
FDA Approves New Drug That Reverses Effects Of Narcan
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based on how often the naughty teens of major cities throw the rentable scooters directly into the river i've formed a theory that the many iron age swords and cauldrons found in lakes around europe that we've previously assumed were ceremonial and sacrificial in nature were in fact thrown by teens
August 17, 2024 at 4:38 PM
based on how often the naughty teens of major cities throw the rentable scooters directly into the river i've formed a theory that the many iron age swords and cauldrons found in lakes around europe that we've previously assumed were ceremonial and sacrificial in nature were in fact thrown by teens
This is an excellent book, highly recommend. Go check your fave ebook seller!
The You Look Like a Thing and I Love You ebook is on sale for $2.99 at most US ebook places!
www.janelleshane.com/book-you-loo...
If you want a text-searchable copy of my book, now's your chance! Now you can find phrases such as:
- peeled rosemary
- Chaosrug
- King of the Poop Bug
- Silly Walks
www.janelleshane.com/book-you-loo...
If you want a text-searchable copy of my book, now's your chance! Now you can find phrases such as:
- peeled rosemary
- Chaosrug
- King of the Poop Bug
- Silly Walks
Book: You Look Like A Thing — Janelle Shane
www.janelleshane.com
November 27, 2025 at 6:45 PM
This is an excellent book, highly recommend. Go check your fave ebook seller!
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one of the coolest things about ChatGPT is how you can actually just never use it. you can fill your whole entire life with simply not once using it. it's incredible.
November 25, 2025 at 4:15 PM
one of the coolest things about ChatGPT is how you can actually just never use it. you can fill your whole entire life with simply not once using it. it's incredible.
Happy half birthday to El Chikitin! He's 2.5 years old and TBH he completely looks like it. But he can still fully enjoy some birthday potato and egg bits.
He went for the potato first, like a good hobbit.
(The asshole neighbor rats got smaller portions. So there.)
#PetRats
He went for the potato first, like a good hobbit.
(The asshole neighbor rats got smaller portions. So there.)
#PetRats
November 25, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Happy half birthday to El Chikitin! He's 2.5 years old and TBH he completely looks like it. But he can still fully enjoy some birthday potato and egg bits.
He went for the potato first, like a good hobbit.
(The asshole neighbor rats got smaller portions. So there.)
#PetRats
He went for the potato first, like a good hobbit.
(The asshole neighbor rats got smaller portions. So there.)
#PetRats
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Did you know that big studios monitor piracy? Don't you fucking dare pirate this shit. Do not hate watch through piracy. JK Rowling is a disgusting human being that funds and encourages the hurt, pain and death of my fellow trans peers.
Support media that actually deserves our time and money.
Support media that actually deserves our time and money.
HBO CEO Casey Bloys says 'HARRY POTTER' Season 2 is already being written
"We’re going to do whatever we can to not have a huge gap, for the kids, obviously, but also for viewers"
"We’re going to do whatever we can to not have a huge gap, for the kids, obviously, but also for viewers"
November 21, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Did you know that big studios monitor piracy? Don't you fucking dare pirate this shit. Do not hate watch through piracy. JK Rowling is a disgusting human being that funds and encourages the hurt, pain and death of my fellow trans peers.
Support media that actually deserves our time and money.
Support media that actually deserves our time and money.
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Starbucks distribution trucks are lining up outside watching MANY workers and allies march 👀
#NoContractNoCoffee
#NoContractNoCoffee
November 19, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Starbucks distribution trucks are lining up outside watching MANY workers and allies march 👀
#NoContractNoCoffee
#NoContractNoCoffee
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The Curse of Skorpox
November 18, 2025 at 1:46 PM
The Curse of Skorpox
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Life cycle of autistic special interests
November 17, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Life cycle of autistic special interests
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You always ask me “Jorts why are you so wet?” but I never ask why your phone is at 7%
November 16, 2025 at 9:16 AM
You always ask me “Jorts why are you so wet?” but I never ask why your phone is at 7%
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THIS IS HUGE: No Kings Alliance just announced they're going to mobilize in support of our striking baristas.
No kings in the White House, No kings at work!
www.commondreams.org/news/starbuc...
No kings in the White House, No kings at work!
www.commondreams.org/news/starbuc...
'Don't Cross the Picket Line': No Kings Alliance Backs Starbucks Boycott During Workers Strike | Common Dreams
The No Kings Alliance stands in solidarity with Starbucks workers on strike for fair pay and contracts, highlighting CEO-worker pay disparity.
www.commondreams.org
November 15, 2025 at 1:24 PM
THIS IS HUGE: No Kings Alliance just announced they're going to mobilize in support of our striking baristas.
No kings in the White House, No kings at work!
www.commondreams.org/news/starbuc...
No kings in the White House, No kings at work!
www.commondreams.org/news/starbuc...
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Goodness me, I stayed up late reading and it’s already Partially Muscled Skeleton Screaming by the Perimeter Fence Day. Hope you’ve all been good this year!
November 14, 2025 at 5:34 AM
Goodness me, I stayed up late reading and it’s already Partially Muscled Skeleton Screaming by the Perimeter Fence Day. Hope you’ve all been good this year!
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Philly is turning OUT today! ✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽🔥
Starbucks hasn't given us a proposal in almost a YEAR. They know we need fair pay, better staffing, and an end to union-busting.
Starbucks can’t ignore us any longer. And this is just the beginning! #NoContractNoCoffee
Starbucks hasn't given us a proposal in almost a YEAR. They know we need fair pay, better staffing, and an end to union-busting.
Starbucks can’t ignore us any longer. And this is just the beginning! #NoContractNoCoffee
November 13, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Philly is turning OUT today! ✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽🔥
Starbucks hasn't given us a proposal in almost a YEAR. They know we need fair pay, better staffing, and an end to union-busting.
Starbucks can’t ignore us any longer. And this is just the beginning! #NoContractNoCoffee
Starbucks hasn't given us a proposal in almost a YEAR. They know we need fair pay, better staffing, and an end to union-busting.
Starbucks can’t ignore us any longer. And this is just the beginning! #NoContractNoCoffee