since I just got my work/campus ID card in electronic-only format (no physical cards; gotta have a smartphone) I can confirm that TMC’s point here is 💯
You are now required to have a cellphone to citizen.
That should not be allowed.
You should not be required to have a cellphone to work.
But many employers make a cellphone a de facto requirement.
It’s anti-poor. But it’s also anti-democratic.
That should not be allowed.
You should not be required to have a cellphone to work.
But many employers make a cellphone a de facto requirement.
It’s anti-poor. But it’s also anti-democratic.
May 5, 2025 at 2:11 PM
since I just got my work/campus ID card in electronic-only format (no physical cards; gotta have a smartphone) I can confirm that TMC’s point here is 💯
learning David Lynch wanted TMC's 'Song to the Siren' cover for the prom scene in 'Blue Velvet' and losing my dang mind
Song To The Siren (Remastered)
YouTube video by This Mortal Coil - Topic
music.youtube.com
January 15, 2025 at 8:41 PM
learning David Lynch wanted TMC's 'Song to the Siren' cover for the prom scene in 'Blue Velvet' and losing my dang mind
TMC's statements in that horrible op-ed are unsurprisingly excellent, but I think the "oh she burned them" take is wrong.
She has 25% of the words in a conversation that is largely batshit crazy. Not to put too fine a point on it.
She has 25% of the words in a conversation that is largely batshit crazy. Not to put too fine a point on it.
March 15, 2025 at 1:21 PM
TMC's statements in that horrible op-ed are unsurprisingly excellent, but I think the "oh she burned them" take is wrong.
She has 25% of the words in a conversation that is largely batshit crazy. Not to put too fine a point on it.
She has 25% of the words in a conversation that is largely batshit crazy. Not to put too fine a point on it.
Social scientists in TMC’s milieu are thrilled by the second Trump admin’s attack on academia? I’m going to smash that X to doubt, personally.
June 20, 2026 at 4:15 AM
Social scientists in TMC’s milieu are thrilled by the second Trump admin’s attack on academia? I’m going to smash that X to doubt, personally.
fwiw I’ve also struggled to find obvious use cases for “agentic” AI in the narrower sense. This may similarly apply to TMC’s original thread about the disconnect between marketing framing vs. household demand (esp. if the library event brought in Copilot trainers…?)
September 28, 2026 at 9:10 PM
fwiw I’ve also struggled to find obvious use cases for “agentic” AI in the narrower sense. This may similarly apply to TMC’s original thread about the disconnect between marketing framing vs. household demand (esp. if the library event brought in Copilot trainers…?)
Challenges persist in TMC’s bid to mine the deep sea, even after boost from Trump
Challenges persist in TMC’s bid to mine the deep sea, even after boost from Trump
After years of delay, the deep-sea mining plans of Canadian firm The Metals Company (TMC) now appear to be progressing as it pursues a controversial new path to securing a license to mine in…
news.mongabay.com
August 3, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Challenges persist in TMC’s bid to mine the deep sea, even after boost from Trump
And he kept naysaying TMC's points with the help of the supposed "moderator"! Just the dumbest stuff imaginable.
March 15, 2025 at 8:25 PM
And he kept naysaying TMC's points with the help of the supposed "moderator"! Just the dumbest stuff imaginable.
I do not dispute TMC’s research. She was a skilled fingerpicker though.
August 25, 2026 at 7:25 PM
I do not dispute TMC’s research. She was a skilled fingerpicker though.
Since I mentioned her on TMC's giveaway post (go check it out! 👀), I figured I'd post her!!
My absolutely stunning Queen, Nattmaran! 😩🙌🏾💜
Ft. a Demon kit from HPE and skull snail from WV.
@twilight-meadow.bsky.social
@hodge-podge.bsky.social
My absolutely stunning Queen, Nattmaran! 😩🙌🏾💜
Ft. a Demon kit from HPE and skull snail from WV.
@twilight-meadow.bsky.social
@hodge-podge.bsky.social
October 18, 2024 at 4:55 PM
Since I mentioned her on TMC's giveaway post (go check it out! 👀), I figured I'd post her!!
My absolutely stunning Queen, Nattmaran! 😩🙌🏾💜
Ft. a Demon kit from HPE and skull snail from WV.
@twilight-meadow.bsky.social
@hodge-podge.bsky.social
My absolutely stunning Queen, Nattmaran! 😩🙌🏾💜
Ft. a Demon kit from HPE and skull snail from WV.
@twilight-meadow.bsky.social
@hodge-podge.bsky.social
This podcast episode, on NYT's "Opinions" feed, is well worth your time. As ever, I am in awe of TMC's patience, as well as her clarity of thought.
Anyway, I’ve got the same drum I’ve always had. No way forward without forgetting the way back.
www.nytimes.com/2026/06/03/o...
www.nytimes.com/2026/06/03/o...
June 3, 2026 at 2:02 PM
This podcast episode, on NYT's "Opinions" feed, is well worth your time. As ever, I am in awe of TMC's patience, as well as her clarity of thought.
I’ve sent this podcast episode to my whole family. It’s an incredible conversation (I listened twice!) that made me feel both smart and that I have so much more to read. TMC’s discussion of how politics and pop culture intersect and Katie’s deft questioning with leave you wanting more, more, more!
This is hands down the best, most enjoyable, and far-ranging discussion that I have had in recent memory. Katie brought so much to this interview about vibecessions, “finance guy” memes as politics of social reproduction in casino capitalism, Bama Rush and DSA.
moneywithkatie.com/status-power...
moneywithkatie.com/status-power...
6.25.2025 | A Masterclass on Status, Power, & the Economy with Tressie McMillan Cottom — Millennial Money with Katie
moneywithkatie.com
June 30, 2025 at 7:06 PM
I’ve sent this podcast episode to my whole family. It’s an incredible conversation (I listened twice!) that made me feel both smart and that I have so much more to read. TMC’s discussion of how politics and pop culture intersect and Katie’s deft questioning with leave you wanting more, more, more!
He is also mad that I peeped the “trap” immediately. (Truly dude no one human says things like, “I like some of TMC’s TikTok’s. It’s weird.)
Finally, all of this could be true. His buddy could be nice and well meaning and still, it wouldn’t matter. I do not take every bid for my attention.
Finally, all of this could be true. His buddy could be nice and well meaning and still, it wouldn’t matter. I do not take every bid for my attention.
August 25, 2025 at 8:49 PM
He is also mad that I peeped the “trap” immediately. (Truly dude no one human says things like, “I like some of TMC’s TikTok’s. It’s weird.)
Finally, all of this could be true. His buddy could be nice and well meaning and still, it wouldn’t matter. I do not take every bid for my attention.
Finally, all of this could be true. His buddy could be nice and well meaning and still, it wouldn’t matter. I do not take every bid for my attention.
That's a wrap, Rioters! Our time interviewing the fans is done, so now we get to focus on our star!
TMC's Interest Check is now CLOSED! Thank you to everyone who participated! ❤️
Stay tuned for exclusive interviews with our esteemed team of reporters & photographers!
TMC's Interest Check is now CLOSED! Thank you to everyone who participated! ❤️
Stay tuned for exclusive interviews with our esteemed team of reporters & photographers!
May 25, 2025 at 5:02 AM
That's a wrap, Rioters! Our time interviewing the fans is done, so now we get to focus on our star!
TMC's Interest Check is now CLOSED! Thank you to everyone who participated! ❤️
Stay tuned for exclusive interviews with our esteemed team of reporters & photographers!
TMC's Interest Check is now CLOSED! Thank you to everyone who participated! ❤️
Stay tuned for exclusive interviews with our esteemed team of reporters & photographers!
Stop Deep-Sea Mining Gold Rush: Reject TMC’s Destructive Plans that will obliterate marine life in the deep sea
Please sign this petition and take action today to stop the destructive rush to deep-sea mine
You can also Submit Public Comments
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Please sign this petition and take action today to stop the destructive rush to deep-sea mine
You can also Submit Public Comments
www.change.org/p/stop-deep-...
Sign the Petition
Stop Deep-Sea Mining Gold Rush: Reject TMC’s Destructive Plans
www.change.org
May 11, 2026 at 12:51 PM
Stop Deep-Sea Mining Gold Rush: Reject TMC’s Destructive Plans that will obliterate marine life in the deep sea
Please sign this petition and take action today to stop the destructive rush to deep-sea mine
You can also Submit Public Comments
www.change.org/p/stop-deep-...
Please sign this petition and take action today to stop the destructive rush to deep-sea mine
You can also Submit Public Comments
www.change.org/p/stop-deep-...
(I have a lot of mixed feelings about TMC's direction, but their cast were all solid)
September 1, 2025 at 2:20 AM
(I have a lot of mixed feelings about TMC's direction, but their cast were all solid)
Where better to finally write the Camping and Bar chapters’ climax I’ve been planning for 15 years?
(Visiting bars again for the first time since the pandemic. I am getting so close to TMC’s endgame. I love being a part-time writer. “Work” has a whole new meaning.)
(Visiting bars again for the first time since the pandemic. I am getting so close to TMC’s endgame. I love being a part-time writer. “Work” has a whole new meaning.)
March 11, 2026 at 2:42 AM
Where better to finally write the Camping and Bar chapters’ climax I’ve been planning for 15 years?
(Visiting bars again for the first time since the pandemic. I am getting so close to TMC’s endgame. I love being a part-time writer. “Work” has a whole new meaning.)
(Visiting bars again for the first time since the pandemic. I am getting so close to TMC’s endgame. I love being a part-time writer. “Work” has a whole new meaning.)
Scientists discovered 24 new deep-sea species and a new branch of life in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone. With most species still undescribed, decisions about deep-sea mining risk being made before we know what’s there. Stop TMC's deep-sea mining project. WE NEED REFORM NOW!
bsky.app/profile/deep...
bsky.app/profile/deep...
Scientists discovered 24 new deep-sea species and a new branch of life in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone. With most species still undescribed, decisions about deep-sea mining risk being made before we know what’s there.
#sciencespotlight #deepseascience
#sciencespotlight #deepseascience
May 18, 2026 at 2:45 AM
Scientists discovered 24 new deep-sea species and a new branch of life in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone. With most species still undescribed, decisions about deep-sea mining risk being made before we know what’s there. Stop TMC's deep-sea mining project. WE NEED REFORM NOW!
bsky.app/profile/deep...
bsky.app/profile/deep...
I'm starting to think, after reading TMC's posts, that there is a wider influence campaign being carried out by AI companies to persuade academic and other institutions to hand over the goods. Because yes, it's a ludicrous argument.
March 4, 2026 at 6:35 PM
I'm starting to think, after reading TMC's posts, that there is a wider influence campaign being carried out by AI companies to persuade academic and other institutions to hand over the goods. Because yes, it's a ludicrous argument.
🚀 The Movement Cooperative is officially on Bluesky!
We’re here to share knowledge, spark connections, & highlight the infrastructure powering the progressive movement.
🧵 Check out the thread below to learn how we’re building shared tools & tech with movement advocates, organizers, & changemakers.
We’re here to share knowledge, spark connections, & highlight the infrastructure powering the progressive movement.
🧵 Check out the thread below to learn how we’re building shared tools & tech with movement advocates, organizers, & changemakers.
May 16, 2025 at 7:00 PM
🚀 The Movement Cooperative is officially on Bluesky!
We’re here to share knowledge, spark connections, & highlight the infrastructure powering the progressive movement.
🧵 Check out the thread below to learn how we’re building shared tools & tech with movement advocates, organizers, & changemakers.
We’re here to share knowledge, spark connections, & highlight the infrastructure powering the progressive movement.
🧵 Check out the thread below to learn how we’re building shared tools & tech with movement advocates, organizers, & changemakers.
TMC's recent editorial had a link to Kabas and I was a bit shocked, the Times has notoriously refused to credit independent beat reporters who broke stories first. My assumption was this is because TMC sees through the elitist gatekeeping and ignores the unspoken rules.
November 8, 2025 at 6:32 PM
TMC's recent editorial had a link to Kabas and I was a bit shocked, the Times has notoriously refused to credit independent beat reporters who broke stories first. My assumption was this is because TMC sees through the elitist gatekeeping and ignores the unspoken rules.
I created 3 newLetterboxd lists backed on TMC's programming during January 2025.
Jan 20: MLK Jr Tribute
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Jan 20: MLK Jr Tribute
boxd.it/EFaMM
TMC's MLKJr Tribute
TMC's programming on 1/20/25
boxd.it
March 2, 2025 at 4:00 AM
I created 3 newLetterboxd lists backed on TMC's programming during January 2025.
Jan 20: MLK Jr Tribute
boxd.it/EFaMM
Jan 20: MLK Jr Tribute
boxd.it/EFaMM
Keep posting TMC's take
More people should listen to @tressiemcphd.bsky.social
When people say AI is inevitable, let them know the future isn’t settled.
When people say AI is inevitable, let them know the future isn’t settled.
February 14, 2026 at 2:47 PM
Keep posting TMC's take
“Why would a President Harris be expected to unify a country that was never unified before? I want her to expand the court, make care work part of American infrastructure and use the bully pulpit responsibly. I don’t care about unity.“
LOVE TMC’s plain speaking here 🎁
LOVE TMC’s plain speaking here 🎁
November 5, 2024 at 4:25 PM
“Why would a President Harris be expected to unify a country that was never unified before? I want her to expand the court, make care work part of American infrastructure and use the bully pulpit responsibly. I don’t care about unity.“
LOVE TMC’s plain speaking here 🎁
LOVE TMC’s plain speaking here 🎁
as always, I deeply appreciate TMC's pragmatism
Opinion | Kamala Harris or Bust
The only conversation the Democrats need to be having now is how to line up behind their Vice President.
www.nytimes.com
July 21, 2024 at 10:39 PM
as always, I deeply appreciate TMC's pragmatism