Nissa Mitchell
@nissamitchell.com
Musician, Writer, Designer—Shitposter. She/her.
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Nissa Mitchell
@nissamitchell.com
· Nov 19
Do you ever find yourself thinking, “Man, I wish I could read about beer, but I’ll die if I go that long without gay ennui”? Well, I’m the Minneapolis-based beer writer for you.
Am I the best beer writer? No. Am I better than the beer writers for the Strib? Yes. Am I gay? Also yes. Duh. See above.
Am I the best beer writer? No. Am I better than the beer writers for the Strib? Yes. Am I gay? Also yes. Duh. See above.
Picking fights with middle-aged men:
Pearl Jam is just Dave Matthews Band for guys self-conscious about being called a “pussy.”
Dave Matthews Band is just Pearl Jam for pussies.
Pearl Jam is just Dave Matthews Band for guys self-conscious about being called a “pussy.”
Dave Matthews Band is just Pearl Jam for pussies.
November 26, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Picking fights with middle-aged men:
Pearl Jam is just Dave Matthews Band for guys self-conscious about being called a “pussy.”
Dave Matthews Band is just Pearl Jam for pussies.
Pearl Jam is just Dave Matthews Band for guys self-conscious about being called a “pussy.”
Dave Matthews Band is just Pearl Jam for pussies.
Anyone have a non-traditional side that slaps? I’m serving country-fried seitan, garlic and lemon tofu cutlets, mashed potatoes, garlic green beans, and biscuits for a “Friendsgiving,” and I wonder if I could pull off one more side that’s more of a curveball.
November 25, 2025 at 2:05 AM
Anyone have a non-traditional side that slaps? I’m serving country-fried seitan, garlic and lemon tofu cutlets, mashed potatoes, garlic green beans, and biscuits for a “Friendsgiving,” and I wonder if I could pull off one more side that’s more of a curveball.
Everyone loves my caked up steaks.
November 23, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Everyone loves my caked up steaks.
I’m frying up my from-scratch vegan chicken-fried seitan, and just landed on the phrase “mo battah, mo bettah.” We like things that are extra caked up in this house.
November 23, 2025 at 6:18 PM
I’m frying up my from-scratch vegan chicken-fried seitan, and just landed on the phrase “mo battah, mo bettah.” We like things that are extra caked up in this house.
The Cure is one of those bands where any cover done by competent musicians is going to be good, and some are just fantastic.
I’ve often called this song—“Just Like Heaven”—the finest single of the 80s and meant it. This cover’s arrangement only confirms it for me 💜🔥
November 22, 2025 at 7:46 PM
The Cure is one of those bands where any cover done by competent musicians is going to be good, and some are just fantastic.
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Insane but true fact: making US roads as safe as Canadian, Australian, or European roads would save more lives than eliminating murder from the US.
November 21, 2025 at 3:01 AM
Insane but true fact: making US roads as safe as Canadian, Australian, or European roads would save more lives than eliminating murder from the US.
The MCBL is a labor of love. Please, help spread the love.
If you're in a position to be able to donate, please consider supporting our Give to the Max Day fundraiser.
Any amount helps as we work to scale our program in 2026. Our fleet is at least 4x larger than it was in spring of 2025, requiring more $ for secure bike storage, bike insurance & repairs.
Any amount helps as we work to scale our program in 2026. Our fleet is at least 4x larger than it was in spring of 2025, requiring more $ for secure bike storage, bike insurance & repairs.
Support the Mpls Cargo Bike Library on GiveMN
Park Tool is matching all donations up to $5,000! Help BikeMN reach our $15,000 goal.
www.givemn.org
November 20, 2025 at 8:38 PM
The MCBL is a labor of love. Please, help spread the love.
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The people want cargo bikes.
Help us ensure we have the resources to grow @mplscargobikelibrary.com sustainably in 2026!
Help us ensure we have the resources to grow @mplscargobikelibrary.com sustainably in 2026!
If you're in a position to be able to donate, please consider supporting our Give to the Max Day fundraiser.
Any amount helps as we work to scale our program in 2026. Our fleet is at least 4x larger than it was in spring of 2025, requiring more $ for secure bike storage, bike insurance & repairs.
Any amount helps as we work to scale our program in 2026. Our fleet is at least 4x larger than it was in spring of 2025, requiring more $ for secure bike storage, bike insurance & repairs.
Support the Mpls Cargo Bike Library on GiveMN
Park Tool is matching all donations up to $5,000! Help BikeMN reach our $15,000 goal.
www.givemn.org
November 20, 2025 at 7:05 PM
The people want cargo bikes.
Help us ensure we have the resources to grow @mplscargobikelibrary.com sustainably in 2026!
Help us ensure we have the resources to grow @mplscargobikelibrary.com sustainably in 2026!
Proposed New York Times Opinion Piece: “Trans Women Shouldn’t Be Allowed in Women’s Restrooms Because Their Male Bladders Are an Unfair Advantage in Pissing Contests.”
November 20, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Proposed New York Times Opinion Piece: “Trans Women Shouldn’t Be Allowed in Women’s Restrooms Because Their Male Bladders Are an Unfair Advantage in Pissing Contests.”
The piece has been updated with EVEN. MORE. JOURNALISM. It turns out my email hates park board addresses, and a couple responses were in my spam (Cathy Abene, Meg Forney, and @olsenforparks.bsky.social).
I did a journalism for @racketmn.com in the name of democracy—crisp, malty, refreshing democracy. You can't get this sort of local flavor anywhere else.
Doin’ Beers: Municipally Endorsed Beers to Drink in November - Racket
Doin’ Hard-hitting Journalism Beers.
racketmn.com
November 19, 2025 at 9:33 PM
The piece has been updated with EVEN. MORE. JOURNALISM. It turns out my email hates park board addresses, and a couple responses were in my spam (Cathy Abene, Meg Forney, and @olsenforparks.bsky.social).
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when will the lesson finally get learned? #cloudflare
November 18, 2025 at 2:01 PM
when will the lesson finally get learned? #cloudflare
I did a journalism for @racketmn.com in the name of democracy—crisp, malty, refreshing democracy. You can't get this sort of local flavor anywhere else.
Doin’ Beers: Municipally Endorsed Beers to Drink in November - Racket
Doin’ Hard-hitting Journalism Beers.
racketmn.com
November 18, 2025 at 4:15 PM
I did a journalism for @racketmn.com in the name of democracy—crisp, malty, refreshing democracy. You can't get this sort of local flavor anywhere else.
My election-edition of Doin' Beers for @racketmn.com is sitting at 2,671 words*. I am not paid by the word. Why must I be like this? Why must I be so committed to democracy?
*A substantial chunk of this is quotes, but still.
*A substantial chunk of this is quotes, but still.
November 17, 2025 at 6:45 PM
My election-edition of Doin' Beers for @racketmn.com is sitting at 2,671 words*. I am not paid by the word. Why must I be like this? Why must I be so committed to democracy?
*A substantial chunk of this is quotes, but still.
*A substantial chunk of this is quotes, but still.
Why didn’t anyone tell me about Hippo Pockets off 48th and Chicago? It’s amazing, and their waffle fries are ridiculously good.
November 14, 2025 at 12:29 AM
Why didn’t anyone tell me about Hippo Pockets off 48th and Chicago? It’s amazing, and their waffle fries are ridiculously good.
Listen—I make pretty okay sushi.
November 13, 2025 at 2:41 AM
Listen—I make pretty okay sushi.
I have favorite beers from Mayor Frey, Council Member Palmisano, three incoming Park Board Commisioners (Jason Garcia, Kedar Deshpande, and Daniel Engelhardt), and Steve Brandt. I have promises for a couple more, but I gotta say I'm a little bummed I don't have more yet!
I spent my evening advancing the cause of hard-hitting journalism by emailing everyone who won a municipal election in Minneapolis or St. Paul (25 people!) to ask them about their favorite Minnesota beer. The Strib can’t be trusted to do this. Only I can.
November 13, 2025 at 1:21 AM
I have favorite beers from Mayor Frey, Council Member Palmisano, three incoming Park Board Commisioners (Jason Garcia, Kedar Deshpande, and Daniel Engelhardt), and Steve Brandt. I have promises for a couple more, but I gotta say I'm a little bummed I don't have more yet!
24 hours out, I’ve only gotten statements from 4 electeds. DEMOCRACY DIES IN SILENCE.
I spent my evening advancing the cause of hard-hitting journalism by emailing everyone who won a municipal election in Minneapolis or St. Paul (25 people!) to ask them about their favorite Minnesota beer. The Strib can’t be trusted to do this. Only I can.
November 11, 2025 at 11:03 PM
24 hours out, I’ve only gotten statements from 4 electeds. DEMOCRACY DIES IN SILENCE.
I spent my evening advancing the cause of hard-hitting journalism by emailing everyone who won a municipal election in Minneapolis or St. Paul (25 people!) to ask them about their favorite Minnesota beer. The Strib can’t be trusted to do this. Only I can.
November 11, 2025 at 12:52 AM
I spent my evening advancing the cause of hard-hitting journalism by emailing everyone who won a municipal election in Minneapolis or St. Paul (25 people!) to ask them about their favorite Minnesota beer. The Strib can’t be trusted to do this. Only I can.
Every time I try to Rick Roll someone, I end up watching the video all the way through. "Never Gonna Give You Up" is a banger, even if the video has issues.
November 10, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Every time I try to Rick Roll someone, I end up watching the video all the way through. "Never Gonna Give You Up" is a banger, even if the video has issues.
Does anyone want to know what various elected officials in Minneapolis and St Paul consider their favorite Minnesota beer? Asking for a friend.
November 8, 2025 at 1:11 AM
Does anyone want to know what various elected officials in Minneapolis and St Paul consider their favorite Minnesota beer? Asking for a friend.
Starting a petition to add whether someone has ever pooped themselves (after being potty trained) to their passport. It’s a historical fact, and therefore not discriminatory.
November 6, 2025 at 10:40 PM
Starting a petition to add whether someone has ever pooped themselves (after being potty trained) to their passport. It’s a historical fact, and therefore not discriminatory.
Establishment dems typing up their opinion pieces as we speak: “Zohran’s win is the first domino in a series of dominos that threatens to sink the democratic party platform: being overly-calculated and unlikable centrists.”
November 5, 2025 at 6:01 AM
Establishment dems typing up their opinion pieces as we speak: “Zohran’s win is the first domino in a series of dominos that threatens to sink the democratic party platform: being overly-calculated and unlikable centrists.”
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I sincerely hope Democrats pay attention to tonight’s results across the country. They won’t learn anything but still. Maybe. People are excited by change and original campaigns and bold ideas and candidates under the age of 50!
November 5, 2025 at 3:02 AM
I sincerely hope Democrats pay attention to tonight’s results across the country. They won’t learn anything but still. Maybe. People are excited by change and original campaigns and bold ideas and candidates under the age of 50!
41.76% of Minneapolitans clearly do not read my column, and spend their free time getting drunk on Natty Ice in a suburban parking lot.
Minneapolis Mayoral candidates as mass-market lagers:
Omar Fateh: Schell’s Deer Brand
Dewayne Davis: Hamms
Jazz Hampton: Premium Grain Belt
Jacob Frey: Natty Ice
Omar Fateh: Schell’s Deer Brand
Dewayne Davis: Hamms
Jazz Hampton: Premium Grain Belt
Jacob Frey: Natty Ice
November 5, 2025 at 4:18 AM
41.76% of Minneapolitans clearly do not read my column, and spend their free time getting drunk on Natty Ice in a suburban parking lot.
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Because Frey didn't get more than 50% of the first round votes, no winner was declared yet and won't be until tomorrow at the earliest.
November 5, 2025 at 3:47 AM
Because Frey didn't get more than 50% of the first round votes, no winner was declared yet and won't be until tomorrow at the earliest.