Wrong — This is Hard. — Medium
A few people have asked for my thoughts about the new VP of Diversity and Inclusion at Twitter. I wrote some »
A few people have asked for my thoughts about the new VP of Diversity and Inclusion at Twitter. I wrote some »
What to do when you're not the hero any more
“We might not have to sit through the same dull story structure as imagined by some dude in the 1970s until we die.” »
“We might not have to sit through the same dull story structure as imagined by some dude in the 1970s until we die.” »
San Francisco's Housing Activists Are Making the City More Expensive - The Atlantic
Great overview of who is actually to blame for SF's (fixable!) housing problem: (via @JLax who … »
Great overview of who is actually to blame for SF's (fixable!) housing problem: (via @JLax who … »
Music | Disparition
As a holiday gift, all music by Night Vale composer @desaparicion is currently pay what you want on bandcamp: https://t… »
As a holiday gift, all music by Night Vale composer @desaparicion is currently pay what you want on bandcamp: https://t… »
Shine Squad
We stand w/ WAM!mers @deanna @tracyvs @beingbrina & @jmfbrooks,founders of #ShineSquad. Join the movement https:/... »
We stand w/ WAM!mers @deanna @tracyvs @beingbrina & @jmfbrooks,founders of #ShineSquad. Join the movement https:/... »
NRVS LVRS - "Golden West" on Vimeo
hey people in bands: I want to do all the music videos in 2016 hit me up! »
hey people in bands: I want to do all the music videos in 2016 hit me up! »
A basic caching service worker (screencast) - YouTube
I made an eight-minute screencast to give people some intuition on what (very basic) service workers can do: https://t.… »
I made an eight-minute screencast to give people some intuition on what (very basic) service workers can do: https://t.… »
So long Sidecar and thanks — Medium
Having invented everything first and disrupted the world, Sidecar is now redefining “success” by shutting down »
Having invented everything first and disrupted the world, Sidecar is now redefining “success” by shutting down »
The Tamir Rice Decision Is the Breaking Point | New Republic
We need the "Tamir Rice Rule": independent investigations for every police violence case. Me, in @NewRepublic. https://t.co… »
We need the "Tamir Rice Rule": independent investigations for every police violence case. Me, in @NewRepublic. https://t.co… »
Austin Kleon â Better writing through forgery
Why forgery is a great exercise for a developing writer »
Why forgery is a great exercise for a developing writer »
Fav games of 2015 | Mattie Brice
But here we go, 10 games I'd like to highlight that I've played in 2015 »
But here we go, 10 games I'd like to highlight that I've played in 2015 »
Baking with Insect Flour | Lucky Peach
We baked chocolate chip cookies with different insect flours. This is what happened »
We baked chocolate chip cookies with different insect flours. This is what happened »
Washington D.C. | AlterConf
DC folks: ~2wks left to apply to speak, ambassador, freelance, or ambassador at my diversity in tech & gaming conf ⏱ »
DC folks: ~2wks left to apply to speak, ambassador, freelance, or ambassador at my diversity in tech & gaming conf ⏱ »
Meadow ‘Meadowlark’ Lemon III (1932-2015), The Smiling Clown Prince of the Harlem Globetrotters
The world lost another legend this week #RIPMeadowlark »
The world lost another legend this week #RIPMeadowlark »
A year in Breaking News by the numbers — Medium
500 million notifications, 14 minutes faster. A year in Breaking News mobile numbers »
500 million notifications, 14 minutes faster. A year in Breaking News mobile numbers »
bit.ly/1NUgkZq
Would a basic income work? How large could it be? Here - model your own. by @dataforamerica https://t.co… »
Would a basic income work? How large could it be? Here - model your own. by @dataforamerica https://t.co… »
Game Developers Conference | Here's the game lineup for GDC 2016's Alt.Ctrl.GDC showcase
Here's alt.ctrl.GDC's lineup playable at GDC 2016 - zoetropes, vacuums, ice pop controllers »
Here's alt.ctrl.GDC's lineup playable at GDC 2016 - zoetropes, vacuums, ice pop controllers »
Fighting abuse to protect freedom of expression | Twitter Blogs
I’m failing to see one significant change in Twitter’s updated harassment rules. Can you clarify, @megancristina? »
I’m failing to see one significant change in Twitter’s updated harassment rules. Can you clarify, @megancristina? »
Myst Jam - itch.io
And don't forget about the Myst Jam (January 9th-17th): Make a game inspired by Myst. FAQ: https://t… »
And don't forget about the Myst Jam (January 9th-17th): Make a game inspired by Myst. FAQ: https://t… »
Mysterious Teen Burglars Are Stealing Denver's Hot Pockets and Netflix | MUNCHIES
@sethboyer they're on to you »
@sethboyer they're on to you »
Tested in 2015: Joey's Favorite Things! - YouTube
Here are some of my favorite things of 2015! (But honestly, it's been mostly Rocket League.) »
Here are some of my favorite things of 2015! (But honestly, it's been mostly Rocket League.) »
If you were handed $1,100 a month, would you amount to anything? - LA Times
If the government handed you a check for $1,100 a month, would you amount to anything? »
If the government handed you a check for $1,100 a month, would you amount to anything? »
Ian Fraser ‘Lemmy’ Kilmister (1945-2015), Beloved Frontman of the Heavy Metal Band Motörhead
The world lost a legend today. #RIPLemmy »
The world lost a legend today. #RIPLemmy »
Entire concert film of Talking Heads in their 1980 prime has surfaced - FACT Magazine: Music News, New Music.
Pro-shot concert film of Talking Heads in their prime has surfaced »
Pro-shot concert film of Talking Heads in their prime has surfaced »
“MVP” — a game dev short story — Medium
I wrote a short story about game development called "MVP" Art by @kohquette :D Read pls! https:/… »
I wrote a short story about game development called "MVP" Art by @kohquette :D Read pls! https:/… »
Some Kind Of Wonderful Press Kit : Free Download & Streaming : Internet Archive
And then.... the Some Kind of Wonderful Press Kit »
And then.... the Some Kind of Wonderful Press Kit »
THE DECLINE OF WESTERN CIVILIZATION PART II: THE METAL YEARS (1988) | One. Perfect. Shot. | Honoring Cinema's Past - Frame by Frame
#RIPLemmy | THE DECLINE OF WESTERN CIVILIZATION PART II: THE METAL YEARS (1988) »
#RIPLemmy | THE DECLINE OF WESTERN CIVILIZATION PART II: THE METAL YEARS (1988) »
OGSC16: Oregon Games Studies Conference, hosted by UO Think.Play | Facebook
I’ll be talking #gamedev stuff at the 2016 Oregon Games Studies Conference w/ @hentaiphd @Kahjahkins @lauraehall »
I’ll be talking #gamedev stuff at the 2016 Oregon Games Studies Conference w/ @hentaiphd @Kahjahkins @lauraehall »
David Lowery Files $150 Million Lawsuit Against Spotify | News | Pitchfork
Angsty 90's GenXers never die. David Lowery Files $150 Million Lawsuit Against Spotify via @pitchfork »
Angsty 90's GenXers never die. David Lowery Files $150 Million Lawsuit Against Spotify via @pitchfork »
Nina Freeman's Top 10 Games of 2015 - Giant Bomb
ICYMI i made a GOTY list for @giantbomb and you should go play all the games on it »
ICYMI i made a GOTY list for @giantbomb and you should go play all the games on it »
Elon Musk is right about the threat of AI, but he’s dangerously wrong about why - Quartz
If ever-more powerful AIs come in the form of corporations, then catastrophic AI isn't Skynet but corporate dystopia https://t… »
If ever-more powerful AIs come in the form of corporations, then catastrophic AI isn't Skynet but corporate dystopia https://t… »
Be A Contestant | Online Test Registration | Jeopardy.com
The online Jeopardy tryouts are coming up again. It’s fun to take the test, and you could be the next @glennf! »
The online Jeopardy tryouts are coming up again. It’s fun to take the test, and you could be the next @glennf! »
Another Way To Breathe â How do you go from story idea to finished script?...
Here's Kieron Gillen with fascinating insight into how he thinks about writing comics »
Here's Kieron Gillen with fascinating insight into how he thinks about writing comics »
The Setup / Casey Kolderup
Happy Tuesday, pals! Here’s Casey Kolderup, software developer and bot wrangler »
Happy Tuesday, pals! Here’s Casey Kolderup, software developer and bot wrangler »
Event Farm :: Professional Online Ticketing and Guest Registration
Make sure to reg for Ubiquity! Hear from @juliaferraioli @MimmingCodes @timothyjordan & more »
Make sure to reg for Ubiquity! Hear from @juliaferraioli @MimmingCodes @timothyjordan & more »
7 More Women of Color Game Developers You Should Know - remeshed.com remeshed.com
.@RemeshedCom has featured 15 Women of Color game developers. Even more interviews coming in 2016. Wooo! »
.@RemeshedCom has featured 15 Women of Color game developers. Even more interviews coming in 2016. Wooo! »
Head of Product - Code for America - Job Board
We are also looking for a head of product at @codeforamerica. Incredible opportunity to make a difference! Pls share https:/… »
We are also looking for a head of product at @codeforamerica. Incredible opportunity to make a difference! Pls share https:/… »
ios - Control spacing around custom text attributes in NSLayoutManager - Stack Overflow
Any NSLayoutManager / Text System gurus out there who might be able to lend a hand? »
Any NSLayoutManager / Text System gurus out there who might be able to lend a hand? »
Lemmy Kilmister: Vampire of the Sunset Strip | Rolling Stone
Lemmy’s mom was a librarian. When he’d travel he’d bring three books and no changes of clothes. RIP. »
Lemmy’s mom was a librarian. When he’d travel he’d bring three books and no changes of clothes. RIP. »
Ohio Barber Confronts White Man Walking Around Black Neighborhoods Carrying Gun - The Root
Meanwhile in OH, there’s a white dude walking around black areas with a rifle and read how the cop handled a call. https:… »
Meanwhile in OH, there’s a white dude walking around black areas with a rifle and read how the cop handled a call. https:… »
'Boom, Boom, Boom': Woman Points Fake Gun at Police | NBC Chicago
Guess what happens when a white woman points a fake gun at police in Connecticut. #TamirRice »
Guess what happens when a white woman points a fake gun at police in Connecticut. #TamirRice »
Head of Technology - Code for America - Job Board
We are looking for a new technical leader for @codeforamerica. A chance to make a huge difference. Spread the word! https://… »
We are looking for a new technical leader for @codeforamerica. A chance to make a huge difference. Spread the word! https://… »
2016 Reality: Lazy Authentication Still the Norm — Krebs on Security
It's way to easy to get anyone's SSN. All you need is access to the Internet and a cc. https://t.… »
It's way to easy to get anyone's SSN. All you need is access to the Internet and a cc. https://t.… »
The storm that caused tornadoes will heat the North Pole.
The North Pole, warmer than Southern California of parts of the Sahara. El Niño + climate change is terrifying »
The North Pole, warmer than Southern California of parts of the Sahara. El Niño + climate change is terrifying »
Save 66% on Tales from the Borderlands on Steam
Have been hearing nothing but praise for Tales from the Borderlands & the whole season is $8.50 rn & I will Buy it »
Have been hearing nothing but praise for Tales from the Borderlands & the whole season is $8.50 rn & I will Buy it »
Gita Jackson's Top 10 Games of 2015 - Giant Bomb
hello: i wrote a GOTY list for giant bomb and it is like...... extremely me »
hello: i wrote a GOTY list for giant bomb and it is like...... extremely me »
Cleveland police officer shoots 12-year-old boy carrying BB gun | cleveland.com
Had not heard the "official" #TamirRice story, as told before the video was public. Source: https://t… »
Had not heard the "official" #TamirRice story, as told before the video was public. Source: https://t… »
Harvard Law Review Freaks Out, Sends Christmas Eve Threat Over Public Domain Citation Guide | Techdirt
This is just delightfully ridiculous. »
This is just delightfully ridiculous. »
Here's Your First Depressing Look At The CBGB Restaurant In Newark Airport: Gothamist
“…an empty feeling while staring into an Epcot version of a past you may or may not have even experienced.” »
“…an empty feeling while staring into an Epcot version of a past you may or may not have even experienced.” »
R.I.P. Lemmy Kilmister, Motörhead frontman dead at 70 | Consequence of Sound
Oh no! Motörhead frontman Lemmy Kilmister dead at 70. »
Oh no! Motörhead frontman Lemmy Kilmister dead at 70. »
critical-distance.com/2015/12/28/this-year-in-videogame-blogging-2015
Many @offworld features made @critdistance's This Year In Videogame Blogging. Deeply proud of all our contributors »
Many @offworld features made @critdistance's This Year In Videogame Blogging. Deeply proud of all our contributors »
Tamir Rice and the Value of Life - The New York Times
4 minutes must be an eternity of unfathomable agony when you're 12 & dying alone. #TamirRice h... »
4 minutes must be an eternity of unfathomable agony when you're 12 & dying alone. #TamirRice h... »
Elephant seal crossing the road, causes North Bay traffic mess - SFGate
This photo, from @sfkale's seal story, really speaks to me »
This photo, from @sfkale's seal story, really speaks to me »
The Internet Of Garbage - Kindle edition by Sarah Jeong. Professional & Technical Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.
one of my fav things to come out this year is @sarahjeong’s book about online harassment https:… »
one of my fav things to come out this year is @sarahjeong’s book about online harassment https:… »
Programming BB-8: Our best Christmas present gets better - Six Colors
“Programming BB-8: Our best Christmas present gets better” ➟ »
“Programming BB-8: Our best Christmas present gets better” ➟ »
Daisy Ridley gives voice to heralded Studio Ghibli classic, Only Yesterday | EW.com
Daisy Ridley in Only Yesterday exclusive via @EW »
Daisy Ridley in Only Yesterday exclusive via @EW »
Refugee urges thousands at hacker congress to use skills to help newcomers | Technology | The Guardian
Refugee urges thousands at hacker congress to use skills to help newcomers #32C3 nice guardian piece by @bbhorne https://t… »
Refugee urges thousands at hacker congress to use skills to help newcomers #32C3 nice guardian piece by @bbhorne https://t… »
Silicon Valley is confusing pseudo-science with innovation | The Verge
Silicon Valley funded a lot of pseudo-science in 2015 »
Silicon Valley funded a lot of pseudo-science in 2015 »
Is TSA Refusing to Let Those With PreCheck Opt Out of Naked Imaging When Selected for Additional Screening? - View from the Wing
TSA Precheck won't save you from the nude-scanner. »
TSA Precheck won't save you from the nude-scanner. »
The Tamir Rice grand jury decision shows that we give police too wide a berth.
Here's @jbouie on an under covered part of these police-involved shootings of black folks. http… »
Here's @jbouie on an under covered part of these police-involved shootings of black folks. http… »
Myst Jam FAQs - Myst Jam community - itch.io
And don't forget about the Myst Jam (January 9th-17th): Make a game inspired by Myst. FAQ: https://t… »
And don't forget about the Myst Jam (January 9th-17th): Make a game inspired by Myst. FAQ: https://t… »
nymag.com/daily/intelligencer/2015/12/big-short-genius-says-another-crisis-is-coming.html
Michael Burry, the real-life market genius from The Big Short, thinks another financial crisis is looming »
Michael Burry, the real-life market genius from The Big Short, thinks another financial crisis is looming »
Those Demanding Free Speech Limits to Fight ISIS Pose a Greater Threat to U.S. Than ISIS
Those demanding free speech limits to fight ISIS pose a greater threat to U.S. than ISIS. by @gg… »
Those demanding free speech limits to fight ISIS pose a greater threat to U.S. than ISIS. by @gg… »
What it was like to own a gun: Confessions of a white kid. #tamirrice — This is going to be BIG...
What it was like to own a gun: Confessions of a white kid. #tamirrice »
What it was like to own a gun: Confessions of a white kid. #tamirrice »
Warm Arctic Storm To Hurl Hurricane Force Winds at UK and Iceland, Push Temps to 72+ Degrees (F) Above Normal at North Pole | robertscrib...
Temps at the North Pole on Wednesday are expected to be above normal by about, oh, 72 degrees Fahrenheit »
Temps at the North Pole on Wednesday are expected to be above normal by about, oh, 72 degrees Fahrenheit »
Common payment processing protocols found to be full of flaws | Ars Technica
Common payment processing protocols found to be full of flaws by @drpizza »
Common payment processing protocols found to be full of flaws by @drpizza »
The storm that caused tornadoes will heat the North Pole.
Tomorrow, in late December, the North Pole will be above freezing. That's 60° warmer than normal. by @Er… »
Tomorrow, in late December, the North Pole will be above freezing. That's 60° warmer than normal. by @Er… »
Tamir Rice and the Value of Life - The New York Times
"The plaintive voices of the dead call the living to action." #BlackLivesMatter »
"The plaintive voices of the dead call the living to action." #BlackLivesMatter »
Tamir Rice Shooting and Open Carry Laws - Ohio's Open Carry Law Does Not Apply to Everyone
It’s when the news is repeatedly too sad to bear that you have to keep your eyes open and on it. »
It’s when the news is repeatedly too sad to bear that you have to keep your eyes open and on it. »
What Everyone Should Know About The Police Killing Of Tamir Rice (2002-2014) | ThinkProgress
What Everyone Should Know About The Police Killing Of Tamir Rice (2002-2014) »
What Everyone Should Know About The Police Killing Of Tamir Rice (2002-2014) »
BBC NEWS | UK | England | Lincolnshire | Rockers to sponsor under-10 team
Once, Lemmy sponsored an under-10 soccer team, complete with Motörhead kits. »
Once, Lemmy sponsored an under-10 soccer team, complete with Motörhead kits. »
Dear Architects: Sound Matters - The New York Times
“A room sounds very different when a window is open. Sound defines, animates and enlarges the architecture.” »
“A room sounds very different when a window is open. Sound defines, animates and enlarges the architecture.” »
For the Wealthiest, a Private Tax System That Saves Them Billions - The New York Times
Nyt: For the Wealthiest, a Private Tax System That Saves Them Billions »
Nyt: For the Wealthiest, a Private Tax System That Saves Them Billions »
Amy Cuddy’s ‘Presence’ and Shonda Rhimes’s ‘Year of Yes’ - The New York Times
Yes, yes, yes, yes. @hhavrilesky in the times »
Yes, yes, yes, yes. @hhavrilesky in the times »
No charges for Cleveland police officer who shot and killed 12-year-old Tamir Rice - The Washington Post
Statement from Tamir Rice's mother »
Statement from Tamir Rice's mother »
ClevelandPoliceVictims2012toPresent (via MappingPoliceViolence.org).xlsx
Every person killed by Cleveland police over the past four years has been black. 70% have been unarmed. #TamirRice https://t.c… »
Every person killed by Cleveland police over the past four years has been black. 70% have been unarmed. #TamirRice https://t.c… »
RIP Lemmy Kilmister, finally killed by death | The Verge
RIP Lemmy Kilmister, finally killed by death »
RIP Lemmy Kilmister, finally killed by death »
Twitter cracks down on harassment by rearranging paragraphs in its terms of service | The Verge
Twitter cracks down on harassment by rearranging paragraphs in its terms of service »
Twitter cracks down on harassment by rearranging paragraphs in its terms of service »
At Señor Frog’s in Times Square, It’s Spring Break Forever - The New York Times
a surprising last NYT restaurant review for 2015 »
a surprising last NYT restaurant review for 2015 »
Universities Race to Nurture Start-Up Founders of the Future - NYTimes.com
IMO, a school that cares about entrepreneurship would still focus on: writing, broad curiosity, & learning to lea... »
IMO, a school that cares about entrepreneurship would still focus on: writing, broad curiosity, & learning to lea... »
Federal judge: Drinking tea, shopping at a gardening store is probable cause for a SWAT raid on your home - The Washington Post
SWAT raids garden supply patrons: "it’s almost as if these tests come up positive whenever the police need them to." »
SWAT raids garden supply patrons: "it’s almost as if these tests come up positive whenever the police need them to." »
For the Wealthiest, a Private Tax System That Saves Them Billions - The New York Times
following up from this morning »
following up from this morning »
Why white people see black boys like Tamir Rice as older, bigger and guiltier than they really are - The Washington Post
Research shows that ppl tend to think of black boys as bigger & older than they actually are. That has consequenc... »
Research shows that ppl tend to think of black boys as bigger & older than they actually are. That has consequenc... »
Star Wars: The Force Awakens: One key takeaway from the film's $1 billion haul - Vox
Female superhero movie fastest to reach $1 billion »
Female superhero movie fastest to reach $1 billion »
Rey is not a role model for little girls (major spoilers ahead) Mike Adamick
Rey is not a role model for little girls (major #StarWars spoilers ahead) »
Rey is not a role model for little girls (major #StarWars spoilers ahead) »
Help BGD Pay Our Writers More! | Nonprofits - YouCaring
We're just $55 away from the 3K mark! Can you help us out tonight so we can pay our writers more in 2016? »
We're just $55 away from the 3K mark! Can you help us out tonight so we can pay our writers more in 2016? »
Star Wars' Greatest Screenwriter Wrote All Your Other Favorite Movies Too | WIRED
How 'Force Awakens' was plotted out: walking around great cities, talking into an iPhone. https://t.… »
How 'Force Awakens' was plotted out: walking around great cities, talking into an iPhone. https://t.… »
California Becomes First State to Ban Grand Juries in Police Shooting Cases | Mother Jones
California Becomes First State to Ban Grand Juries in Police Shooting Cases »
California Becomes First State to Ban Grand Juries in Police Shooting Cases »
ELI5: Why is it so controversial when someone says "All Lives Matter" instead of "Black Lives Matter"? : explainlikeimfive
Insightful, clear explanation why #BlackLivesMatter folks are frustrated by #AllLivesMatter »
Insightful, clear explanation why #BlackLivesMatter folks are frustrated by #AllLivesMatter »
The Power of a Focused Life
It's the perfect time for reflection and planning. Give yourself the gift of clarity with the The Focus Course »
It's the perfect time for reflection and planning. Give yourself the gift of clarity with the The Focus Course »
Support Mattie Brice creating Games Criticism
But here we go, 10 games I'd like to highlight that I've played in 2015 »
But here we go, 10 games I'd like to highlight that I've played in 2015 »
Sponsorship Prospectus | AlterConf
Help us spread the word about our *paid* opportunities for marginalized ppl & ask your company to sponsor ♥️ »
Help us spread the word about our *paid* opportunities for marginalized ppl & ask your company to sponsor ♥️ »
Donate | Feminist Frequency
Donate $25+ or become a monthly sustainer by Dec 31st and we’ll send you a FemFreq sticker! https://t.… »
Donate $25+ or become a monthly sustainer by Dec 31st and we’ll send you a FemFreq sticker! https://t.… »
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