Dr. Thing Learner
@drthinglearner.bsky.social
I write and talk about science and ancient history a lot. Podcaster, archaeologist, kids’ book author. Big fan of dogs and cool people, expert fun-haver. Occasional artist, walking pile of trivial knowledge.
Find me at thinglearner.squarespace.com
Find me at thinglearner.squarespace.com
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From the people who told you that straight white male privilege doesn’t exist…
September 21, 2026 at 11:15 AM
From the people who told you that straight white male privilege doesn’t exist…
What if I do an alpine-skiing-themed version of the death of John the Baptist and call it Slalomé
Alpine Skiing at Youth Olympic Games
Alt: Alpine Skiing at Youth Olympic Games
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September 7, 2026 at 4:56 AM
What if I do an alpine-skiing-themed version of the death of John the Baptist and call it Slalomé
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Apparently people are sharing this far and wide on social media, which I think is horrible. This could cripple ICE operations. PLEASE do not share this.
September 6, 2026 at 3:53 PM
oops my finger slipped and I reposted
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Please repost!
Drexel announced that it will close the Academy of Natural Sciences public museum- the oldest nat history museum in the US.
There are 2 petitions to support the academy. Please sign both & come to our rally Tues.
actionnetwork.org/petitions/pe...
www.change.org/p/the-academ...
Drexel announced that it will close the Academy of Natural Sciences public museum- the oldest nat history museum in the US.
There are 2 petitions to support the academy. Please sign both & come to our rally Tues.
actionnetwork.org/petitions/pe...
www.change.org/p/the-academ...
September 5, 2026 at 2:23 AM
Please repost!
Drexel announced that it will close the Academy of Natural Sciences public museum- the oldest nat history museum in the US.
There are 2 petitions to support the academy. Please sign both & come to our rally Tues.
actionnetwork.org/petitions/pe...
www.change.org/p/the-academ...
Drexel announced that it will close the Academy of Natural Sciences public museum- the oldest nat history museum in the US.
There are 2 petitions to support the academy. Please sign both & come to our rally Tues.
actionnetwork.org/petitions/pe...
www.change.org/p/the-academ...
Y’all ever spend time thinking about how we and most (all?) animals with a backbone are just tubes with openings at both ends and accessories on the side? Anyway, good morning.
#science
#science
September 5, 2026 at 4:19 PM
Y’all ever spend time thinking about how we and most (all?) animals with a backbone are just tubes with openings at both ends and accessories on the side? Anyway, good morning.
#science
#science
We moved to a new state and have been caught in an unpacking tornado. But today’s special little treat? Picking up a library card. IM GONNA READ SO MANY BOOKS AND YOU CANT STOP ME
September 5, 2026 at 4:17 PM
We moved to a new state and have been caught in an unpacking tornado. But today’s special little treat? Picking up a library card. IM GONNA READ SO MANY BOOKS AND YOU CANT STOP ME
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💥 Today is the last day to drop off materials for Chicago @pslweb.bsky.social's mutual aid drive for Gary, Indiana!
Drop off donations today from 5–8 PM. Needed items include meal kits, baby formula, diapers and wipes, cleaning supplies, hygiene products, flashlights, batteries, and more!
Drop off donations today from 5–8 PM. Needed items include meal kits, baby formula, diapers and wipes, cleaning supplies, hygiene products, flashlights, batteries, and more!
August 29, 2026 at 4:16 PM
💥 Today is the last day to drop off materials for Chicago @pslweb.bsky.social's mutual aid drive for Gary, Indiana!
Drop off donations today from 5–8 PM. Needed items include meal kits, baby formula, diapers and wipes, cleaning supplies, hygiene products, flashlights, batteries, and more!
Drop off donations today from 5–8 PM. Needed items include meal kits, baby formula, diapers and wipes, cleaning supplies, hygiene products, flashlights, batteries, and more!
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there will be many ways to celebrate dolly parton and the one I want to point out is that she was a friend of Miss Piggy
August 25, 2026 at 6:14 PM
there will be many ways to celebrate dolly parton and the one I want to point out is that she was a friend of Miss Piggy
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Dolly Parton spent 80 years proving you could have big hair, a bigger heart, a brilliant mind and absolutely no patience for anyone who underestimated you. She gave us unforgettable songs, free books for millions of children, and enough wit, rhinestones and kindness to light up Tennessee.
August 25, 2026 at 6:17 PM
Dolly Parton spent 80 years proving you could have big hair, a bigger heart, a brilliant mind and absolutely no patience for anyone who underestimated you. She gave us unforgettable songs, free books for millions of children, and enough wit, rhinestones and kindness to light up Tennessee.
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Dolly Parton's family asked that, in lieu of flowers, fans make a donation to the singer's Imagination Library.
Here's what the charity does ⬇️
www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...
Here's what the charity does ⬇️
www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...
Turning Pages: Inside Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Core team of 15 staff and thousands of volunteers and partners help the country-music philanthropist deliver books to kids around the world.
www.rollingstone.com
August 25, 2026 at 7:35 PM
Dolly Parton's family asked that, in lieu of flowers, fans make a donation to the singer's Imagination Library.
Here's what the charity does ⬇️
www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...
Here's what the charity does ⬇️
www.rollingstone.com/music/music-...
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Imagine being talented and beautiful and rich and famous and still the most noteworthy thing about you is how good a person you are.
August 25, 2026 at 6:50 PM
Imagine being talented and beautiful and rich and famous and still the most noteworthy thing about you is how good a person you are.
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Dolly Parton's Imagination Library gifted more than 332,000,000 books since it was first created 31 years ago.
August 25, 2026 at 6:25 PM
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library gifted more than 332,000,000 books since it was first created 31 years ago.
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Dolly Parton was a supporter of Willa B. Farms, an animal rescue in Old Hickory, TN. I hope you will consider a donation in her memory. 💔 www.willabfarms.com/donate
August 25, 2026 at 6:20 PM
Dolly Parton was a supporter of Willa B. Farms, an animal rescue in Old Hickory, TN. I hope you will consider a donation in her memory. 💔 www.willabfarms.com/donate
this teddy bear smells like corn chips
August 23, 2026 at 3:40 PM
this teddy bear smells like corn chips
Listen, kid, I’m only here to chew gum and kick ass. And I’m all outta ass.
August 23, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Listen, kid, I’m only here to chew gum and kick ass. And I’m all outta ass.
I’m working on a piece that includes the Lewis and Clark expedition. Every time I google “Lewis and Clark” to find a source page I’ve accidentally closed (often), the auto-fill options include “WAS LEWIS IN LOVE WITH CLARK?” Historical shippers, take a couple of deep breaths! 😆 #history
August 3, 2026 at 12:49 PM
I’m working on a piece that includes the Lewis and Clark expedition. Every time I google “Lewis and Clark” to find a source page I’ve accidentally closed (often), the auto-fill options include “WAS LEWIS IN LOVE WITH CLARK?” Historical shippers, take a couple of deep breaths! 😆 #history
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This InfoWars caper is going a little too well. We need to staff up a bit.
We're hiring a Social Media Lead, who will help make InfoWars the network of the future. We need someone who is extraordinarily online, has big ideas for how things break through in 2026, and can pull those ideas off quick.
We're hiring a Social Media Lead, who will help make InfoWars the network of the future. We need someone who is extraordinarily online, has big ideas for how things break through in 2026, and can pull those ideas off quick.
Social Media Lead, InfoWars at Global Tetrahedron
jobs.gusto.com
July 30, 2026 at 9:01 PM
This InfoWars caper is going a little too well. We need to staff up a bit.
We're hiring a Social Media Lead, who will help make InfoWars the network of the future. We need someone who is extraordinarily online, has big ideas for how things break through in 2026, and can pull those ideas off quick.
We're hiring a Social Media Lead, who will help make InfoWars the network of the future. We need someone who is extraordinarily online, has big ideas for how things break through in 2026, and can pull those ideas off quick.
I wrote an article about atomic grapefruits for @popsci.com and you can read it here:
www.popsci.com/health/radia...
Learn what red grapefruits and the Incredible Hulk have in common!
#scicomm #atomic #science #food #fruit
www.popsci.com/health/radia...
Learn what red grapefruits and the Incredible Hulk have in common!
#scicomm #atomic #science #food #fruit
Radiation fruit: How 1950s 'gamma gardens' created today's grapefruit
But don't worry: Grapefruits can't hurt you.
www.popsci.com
July 29, 2026 at 1:59 AM
I wrote an article about atomic grapefruits for @popsci.com and you can read it here:
www.popsci.com/health/radia...
Learn what red grapefruits and the Incredible Hulk have in common!
#scicomm #atomic #science #food #fruit
www.popsci.com/health/radia...
Learn what red grapefruits and the Incredible Hulk have in common!
#scicomm #atomic #science #food #fruit
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not everyone has access to safe, open ground or can afford to buy supplies to do this, but I hope this suggestion includes neighborly sharing and other mutual aid…
As someone who has gardened for more than four decades, lettuce is really, really easy to grow. We raise ours outdoors in warm weather and hydroponically in cold weather.
Basic point: We don't HAVE to buy Taylor Farms' crap products. Homegrown lettuce is infinitely better, cheaper, and healthier.
Basic point: We don't HAVE to buy Taylor Farms' crap products. Homegrown lettuce is infinitely better, cheaper, and healthier.
July 28, 2026 at 11:37 PM
not everyone has access to safe, open ground or can afford to buy supplies to do this, but I hope this suggestion includes neighborly sharing and other mutual aid…
What’s a term for “thirst trap but I’m just posting it because I’m starting to be happy with the way I look” ? Right and wrong answers welcome
#selfie
#selfie
July 24, 2026 at 12:32 AM
What’s a term for “thirst trap but I’m just posting it because I’m starting to be happy with the way I look” ? Right and wrong answers welcome
#selfie
#selfie
what a mensch
July 22, 2026 at 2:14 AM
what a mensch
You’ve all heard of Legends and Lattes but what about my autobiography fantasy novel Headaches and Hot Flashes
July 20, 2026 at 4:21 PM
You’ve all heard of Legends and Lattes but what about my autobiography fantasy novel Headaches and Hot Flashes
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every gardener i follow is going absolutely hogwild flexing that they eat lettuce from behind their house. i've never seen gardeners act like this in my life. this is our super bowl. this is our olympics. gold medal in shitting normally
July 15, 2026 at 6:45 PM
every gardener i follow is going absolutely hogwild flexing that they eat lettuce from behind their house. i've never seen gardeners act like this in my life. this is our super bowl. this is our olympics. gold medal in shitting normally