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Simon Brett
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Artist, writer, musician, podcaster,. Not *that* Simon Brett. Navigating late, late,late diagnosed you-know-what.

If nothing else, be an example.

Also, @[email protected] on Mastodon
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strangerscast.bsky.social
The audio edition of our review of The Robot Revolution is now live on the feed (and don't forget, you can watch us instead at youtu.be/el79-A3Tg54 if you prefer)

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April 12, 2025 at 3:17 PM
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strangerscast.bsky.social
The Robbie Williams biography Better Man hasn't gone down too well in America, but did they miss the point - and is Williams really anything more than just a performing ape?

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February 26, 2025 at 7:24 AM
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drronholt.bsky.social
RP or like if you are safe & welcoming too 🏳️‍🌈
February 13, 2025 at 5:56 PM
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stephencollins.bsky.social
The ‘Narrator About To Ruin Your Audiobook’ Talent Agency
Title: The 'Narrator About To Ruin Your Audiobook' Talent Agency [There follows a series of cheesy black and white actors’ headshots, with names and descriptive captions] Liz Chirpley A very expressive narrator. Like, far too expressive really. We've asked her to dial it down. Greg Mistake Once read a whole book on Chernobyl, out loud, for money. Still can't pronounce the word 'nuclear’. Sebastian Equality Does a really committed ‘woman voice' for all his female characters. We’ve asked him to dial it down. Brian Decanter Will read your serious literary novel out *perfectly* apart from one (1) character which he will do in a sort of 'cartoon dog' voice and we simply do not know why. British Voice 3 We found him in settings. Needs a charger but my god he's cheap. Leonard Darling-Mwah Really goes for the Indian accents! Absolutely fearless. We've asked him to dial it down. Chris [Show an actor headshot of someone who is clearly a hand puppet] The absolute king of trauma memoirs but when we give him biscuits they just fall out of his mouth onto the floor which makes us think he may be some kind of puppet. Emily Lewis [Show an actor headshot of a girl, eyes rolling up, clearly possessed] Can do a very convincing 'man voice'. Needs restraints, and a priest. J.C. Slurpee Author with a really, really wet mouth who we had to let narrate his own book because he's famous. Unlistenable. Stuart Wilkinson [Show an actor headshot of a duck] Great energy, can't read.
February 9, 2025 at 11:39 AM
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nickabadzis.bsky.social
A number of US “federal agencies” have barred any mentions of #blackhistorymonth so, in celebration of blackness and, well, *people* and humankind in general, here are some drawings of my multitalented wife being incredible from a book we wrote together, due out in 2026. #blackisbeautiful #wip #DEI
A watercolor painting depicting Angela Watson, co-author with husband Nick Abadzis on the book formerly known as ‘Skin Trouble’ (new title to be announced later in 2025) forthcoming from Macmillan’s 23rd Street Books imprint. It shows her in symbolic form with six arms, multitasking in a former job creating DEI opportunities for the youths in her training care. Image by and copyright Nick Abadzis, 2025. Two watercolor paintings depicting Angela Watson, co-author with husband Nick Abadzis on the book formerly known as ‘Skin Trouble’ (new title to be announced later in 2025) forthcoming from Macmillan’s 23rd Street Books imprint. It shows her in symbolic form with six arms, multitasking in a former job creating DEI opportunities for the youths in her training care. Image by and copyright Nick Abadzis, 2025.
February 3, 2025 at 2:30 PM
simonbrett.bsky.social
10 years ago tonight, my good friend Andy Robinson uploaded a little #DoctorWho short film originally created to help promote a charity book project. To this day it's still one of the best Who fan films out there.

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January 31, 2025 at 8:25 PM
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Thanks @iainkey.bsky.social
SimonBrett.know.me.uk.ap.brid.gy Simon A Brett @SimonBrett.know.me.uk.ap.brid.gy · Jan 26
This is out in February. Honoured to have a small piece in it. Many thanks to Iain Key for giving me the opportunity.

https://spenwoodbooks.com/product/all-the-young-punks/

#theclash #PunkRock @historyofpunkrock
All The Young Punks - A People's History Of The Clash, book cover
January 26, 2025 at 8:29 AM
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markdonaldson.bsky.social
With all the uncertainty over Doctor Who season 3, it was good of #TheTraitors to give us an engaging (and affordable) new Doctor and Master dynamic.
Frankie from The Traitors (The Doctor) Charlotte from The Traitors (The Master)
January 24, 2025 at 10:03 PM
simonbrett.bsky.social
I MUST be being followed by at least one Cave fan. That's the man. Not holes in rocks.
laurenlaverne.bsky.social Lauren Laverne @laurenlaverne.bsky.social · Jan 24
This weekend’s #DesertIslandDiscs castaway is the wonderful Nick Cave. Eight tracks, a book, a luxury and an incredible life story. Join us on Sunday morning on Radio 4 and BBC Sounds.
January 24, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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billybragg.bsky.social
I'm currently compiling a book of fan memories, due out in October. If you have a story you'd like to share of a gig or event you attended, or about that time you bumped into me on the Tube, then please head to the link below. Deadline 31 Jan spenwoodbooks.com/billy-bragg-...
January 19, 2025 at 5:42 PM
simonbrett.bsky.social
Look, I'll be honest with you. My heart belongs to Mastodon. But I'm loving the concept of fed.brid.gy to hopefully get connected with my Bluesky buddies via my main Masto account
Bridgy Fed
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January 18, 2025 at 9:17 AM
simonbrett.bsky.social
@SimonBrett.know.me.uk.ap.brid.gy Hello, you. I mean, me.
January 17, 2025 at 8:47 PM
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jonarnold.bsky.social
My timeline is pure Lynch love at the moment and it’s beautiful.

It’s the kind of moment social media really shines in: celebrating that shared love.
January 16, 2025 at 6:55 PM
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robinince.bsky.social
You don’t understand why you don’t fit in, you try hard to twist yourself into the right shape that is acceptable, then, if you’re lucky, you realise you can stop breaking your bones and find the people and the environments that welcome the shape of who you are
January 17, 2025 at 9:48 AM
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barnabyedwards.bsky.social
A quick reminder that my painting exhibition - Silver Scream: A Century of Horror Cinema - closes this Sunday at the Exeter Picturehouse. You can view the whole collection online too. There are still some pieces unsold, so do please check it out! Thanks.

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Barnaby Edwards | SILVER SCREAM
SILVER SCREAM A century of horror cinema
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December 5, 2024 at 10:54 AM
simonbrett.bsky.social
@markcockram.bsky.social Happy birthdayyadhtrib yppaH
March 10, 2024 at 9:31 AM
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strangerscast.bsky.social
It's been as sporadic a film franchise as they come, but what better time to look back over the entire cinematic saga than the year the fifth instalment was released; our thoughts on the five Indiana Jones movies:

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December 15, 2023 at 5:11 AM
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barnabyedwards.bsky.social
Today is International Mountain Day, so here’s my painting of the Rocky Mountains, near Banff in Canada.

To take a closer look - or purchase the original artwork - click below!

#InternationalMountainDay2023

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Barnaby Edwards | Rocky Mountains, Near Banff
A view of the Rocky Mountains as seen in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada. Dimensions: 489mm x 386mm x 40mm / Weight: 1.2 kg Oil on canvas, 1996 Solid wood frame with artificial gilt, strung fo...
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December 11, 2023 at 4:02 PM
simonbrett.bsky.social
It's bitingly beautiful out there in Devon this morning, but take it steady on the roads, people.
A frosty sunrise, looking across a field in Exeter, Devon
November 25, 2023 at 7:44 AM
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helenstirlinglane.bsky.social
My little contribution to #DrWho60 (yes I know it was yesterday but life has been happening)
November 24, 2023 at 5:30 PM
simonbrett.bsky.social
I just smiled all the way through listening to this the first time.

#SleafordMods #PetShopBoys

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November 24, 2023 at 9:14 PM
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jonarnold.bsky.social
It’s an often rackety old family show made by people short on time and money. It’s also an act of communal imagination that’s built the great British folk tale of the TV era.

Happy birthday Doctor Who. And thank you for all the joy and friendships down the years.
November 23, 2023 at 10:45 PM
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nickabadzis.bsky.social
Today is the 60th anniversary of Doctor Who! Here’s one of my warm-up drawings ✍️ - my take on a Sea Devil, invented by one of the greatest writers of my 1970s childhood Doctor Who, Malcolm Hulke. Drew this before their TV return in the Jodie Whittaker story, Legend of the Sea Devils. 🎨✏️🖊️💬💭🗯️
November 23, 2023 at 9:10 AM
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2000ad.bsky.social
Looks like we've got a mysterious box in Mega-City One, Control - suggest swift Extermination necessary before the citizens get suspicious!

#DoctorWhoDay

(Art by D'Israeli, from 2000 AD Prog 1713)
Dredd scratches his head as he looks at a familiar - but not too familiar looking box - which appears to travel through time and relative dimensions in space? Art by D'Israeli
November 23, 2023 at 12:38 PM
simonbrett.bsky.social
This illo needs updating, but never mind. One Day. Happy #DoctorWho Day, everyone. Enjoy your colourful Daleks!
The first 12 Doctor Whos
November 23, 2023 at 7:29 PM