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  1. #onthisday

    Harry Blackstone Jr., American magician and author, died on this date in 1997.

    Harry Bouton Blackstone Jr. was an American stage magician, author, and television performer, who is estimated to have pulled 80,000 rabbits from his sleeves and hats over the course of his career.

    Famously, or perhaps not so famously, he’s one of Harry Dresden’s, full name Harry Blackstone Copperfield Dresden, namesakes.

    Which reminds me, I still haven’t gotten round to getting the latest book in the Dresden Files series, Twelve Months.

    #WritersOfMastodon #HowtoSucceed#Author #Novel

  2. #onthisday

    Harry Blackstone Jr., American magician and author, died on this date in 1997.

    Harry Bouton Blackstone Jr. was an American stage magician, author, and television performer, who is estimated to have pulled 80,000 rabbits from his sleeves and hats over the course of his career.

    Famously, or perhaps not so famously, he’s one of Harry Dresden’s, full name Harry Blackstone Copperfield Dresden, namesakes.

    Which reminds me, I still haven’t gotten round to getting the latest book in the Dresden Files series, Twelve Months.

    #WritersOfMastodon #HowtoSucceed#Author #Novel

  3. #onthisday

    Harry Blackstone Jr., American magician and author, died on this date in 1997.

    Harry Bouton Blackstone Jr. was an American stage magician, author, and television performer, who is estimated to have pulled 80,000 rabbits from his sleeves and hats over the course of his career.

    Famously, or perhaps not so famously, he’s one of Harry Dresden’s, full name Harry Blackstone Copperfield Dresden, namesakes.

    Which reminds me, I still haven’t gotten round to getting the latest book in the Dresden Files series, Twelve Months.

    #WritersOfMastodon #HowtoSucceed#Author #Novel

  4. #onthisday

    Harry Blackstone Jr., American magician and author, died on this date in 1997.

    Harry Bouton Blackstone Jr. was an American stage magician, author, and television performer, who is estimated to have pulled 80,000 rabbits from his sleeves and hats over the course of his career.

    Famously, or perhaps not so famously, he’s one of Harry Dresden’s, full name Harry Blackstone Copperfield Dresden, namesakes.

    Which reminds me, I still haven’t gotten round to getting the latest book in the Dresden Files series, Twelve Months.

    #WritersOfMastodon #HowtoSucceed#Author #Novel

  5. #onthisday

    Harry Blackstone Jr., American magician and author, died on this date in 1997.

    Harry Bouton Blackstone Jr. was an American stage magician, author, and television performer, who is estimated to have pulled 80,000 rabbits from his sleeves and hats over the course of his career.

    Famously, or perhaps not so famously, he’s one of Harry Dresden’s, full name Harry Blackstone Copperfield Dresden, namesakes.

    Which reminds me, I still haven’t gotten round to getting the latest book in the Dresden Files series, Twelve Months.

    #WritersOfMastodon #HowtoSucceed#Author #Novel

  6. Omg yes?? equalityanddiversity.co.uk/res

    Equality and Diversity UK resources / training Wishlist! (Part 6 / EVEN FURTHER BEYOND continued)

    26. Practical Tools for the Delivery of Equality and Diversity equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho
    27. Sports and Community Clubs Induction Pack equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho
    28. Building Equality into the Curriculum equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho
    29. Equality and Diversity Toolkit for Local Authorities equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho
    30. Managing Diversity and Inclusion in the NHS equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho

    If you're an ally to anyone else, please consider these resources too.

    You might enjoy them, learn from them, share with others, practise with others, help someone else feel comfortable around you, disclose their own Protected Characteristics, or just... feel better about trying to help at all.
    Baby steps in the face of overwhelm is okay.
    Just start somewhere, wherever you can.

    #MagicWandWishList #StopFascism #MakeLifeWorthLiving #Pride2025 #CaringEconomy #RestorativeJustice #Disability #DisabilityPrideMonth #AntiRacism #AntiRacist #AntiFascist #AntiFa #AntiAbleism #AntiAbleist #Ableism #Racism #Inequality #Exclusion #Hierarchies #Intersectionality #MisogyNoir #trans #queer #transphobia #transmisia #homophobia #TERFisland #TURDIsland #ToughUnderRegressiveDemands #idk #Empathy #Caring #Intent #Intentional #Mindfulness

  7. Omg yes?? equalityanddiversity.co.uk/res

    Equality and Diversity UK resources / training Wishlist! (Part 5 / further beyond continued)

    20. Let's Talk about Race [baby!] resources equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho
    21. Allyship: Supporting Black colleagues in the workplace equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho
    22. Caring for Ethnically Diverse Children in Foster Care equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho
    23. Managing and Avoiding Microaggressions in the Workplace equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho
    24. Practical Tools for the Delivery of Equality and Diversity equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho
    25. Self-Assessment Toolkit equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho

    If you're an ally to anyone else, please consider these resources too.

    You might enjoy them, learn from them, share with others, practise with others, help someone else feel comfortable around you, disclose their own Protected Characteristics, or just... feel better about trying to help at all.
    Baby steps in the face of overwhelm is okay.
    Just start somewhere, wherever you can.

    #MagicWandWishList #StopFascism #MakeLifeWorthLiving #Pride2025 #CaringEconomy #RestorativeJustice #Disability #DisabilityPrideMonth #AntiRacism #AntiRacist #AntiFascist #AntiFa #AntiAbleism #AntiAbleist #Ableism #Racism #Inequality #Exclusion #Hierarchies #Intersectionality #MisogyNoir #trans #queer #transphobia #transmisia #homophobia #TERFisland #TURDIsland #ToughUnderRegressiveDemands #idk #Empathy #Caring #Intent #Intentional #Mindfulness

  8. Omg yes?? equalityanddiversity.co.uk/res
    Equality and Diversity UK resources / training Wishlist! (Part 4 / beyond continued)

    19. Neuro-Inclusive Workplace - Pocketbook;
    Highway Code to Equality in Schools - Pocketbook;
    Managing and Avoiding Unconscious Biases in the Workplace - Handbook;
    Fostering Good Relations - Pocketbook;
    Guide to being an Active Anti-Racism Bystander in the Workplace;
    Foster Carers Race Awareness Pocketbook; Anti-Racist Strategies for the Workplace;
    Cultural Competency Guidance and Activity Pack;
    Navigating Racism in Schools Pocketbook;
    Understanding and Addressing Microaggressions in University Settings Pocketbook;
    Embracing Cultural Competence in Healthcare;
    Neurodiversity in the Workplace Pocketbook;
    Communicating for Racial Justice Pocketbook;
    Toolkit for addressing educational disadvantage for ethnically diverse children and young people in UK schools;
    Navigating the Diversity Landscape Pocketbook;
    Community-Led Housing in Ethnically Diverse Communities Toolkit;
    Anger Management in the Workplace Pocketbook;
    EDI Good Practice for Volunteers;
    Addressing Bullying Allegations;
    Board of Trustees Good Practice Guidance Pocketbook;
    Cultural Competence in Public Services;
    Understanding Microaggressions Pocketbook;
    Creating Inclusive and Safe EDI Sessions;
    White Privilege, Microaggressions and Intersectionality Pocket Book;
    Reciprocal Mentoring Pocketbook;
    Courageous Conversations on Anti-Racism in Schools;
    Support document for Education Providers;
    Preparing Apprenticeships for the Workplace;
    Sexual Harassment Pocketbook;
    The EDI Role in Shaping Organisational Culture, Performance, and Leadership;
    Pocketbook for EDI Leads, Trainers, and Management;
    EDI Bingo activities;
    EDI Policies Guidance;
    Healthy Relationships Pocketbook;
    Community Impact Assessment Plain English;
    Understanding Neurodiversity in Ethnically Diverse Communities Easy Read

    If you're an ally to anyone else, please consider these resources too.

    You might enjoy them, learn from them, share with others, practise with others, help someone else feel comfortable around you, disclose their own Protected Characteristics, or just... feel better about trying to help at all.
    Baby steps in the face of overwhelm is okay.
    Just start somewhere, wherever you can.

    #MagicWandWishList #StopFascism #MakeLifeWorthLiving #Pride2025 #CaringEconomy #RestorativeJustice #Disability #DisabilityPrideMonth #AntiRacism #AntiRacist #AntiFascist #AntiFa #AntiAbleism #AntiAbleist #Ableism #Racism #Inequality #Exclusion #Hierarchies #Intersectionality #MisogyNoir #trans #queer #transphobia #transmisia #homophobia #TERFisland #TURDIsland #ToughUnderRegressiveDemands #idk #Empathy #Caring #Intent #Intentional #Mindfulness

  9. Omg yes?? equalityanddiversity.co.uk/res

    Equality and Diversity UK resources / training Wishlist! (Part 3 / more continued)

    15. Equality Act Good Practice Guide equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho
    16. Creating Inclusive and Respectful Working Environments equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho
    17. Recruitment and Selection: Guide for reaching and retaining diverse talent equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho
    18. Recruitment, Selection, and Inclusive Practices Pocketbook for Schools equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho

    If you're an ally to anyone else, please consider these resources too.

    You might enjoy them, learn from them, share with others, practise with others, help someone else feel comfortable around you, disclose their own Protected Characteristics, or just... feel better about trying to help at all.
    Baby steps in the face of overwhelm is okay.
    Just start somewhere, wherever you can.

    #MagicWandWishList #StopFascism #MakeLifeWorthLiving #Pride2025 #CaringEconomy #RestorativeJustice #Disability #DisabilityPrideMonth #AntiRacism #AntiRacist #AntiFascist #AntiFa #AntiAbleism #AntiAbleist #Ableism #Racism #Inequality #Exclusion #Hierarchies #Intersectionality #MisogyNoir #trans #queer #transphobia #transmisia #homophobia #TERFisland #TURDIsland #ToughUnderRegressiveDemands #idk #Empathy #Caring #Intent #Intentional #Mindfulness

  10. Omg yes?? equalityanddiversity.co.uk/res

    Equality and Diversity UK resources / training Wishlist! (Part 2 / continued)

    8. Definitions and Terminology Pocket Book equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho
    9. Gender Diversity Booklet equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho
    10. Disability in Goods, Services, and Facilities equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho
    11. Unconscious Bias in Recruitment and Selection [Yes, I know being aware of biases does NOT erase them. Avowed racists can be aware of their biases, and avowed active anti-racists can also still struggle to counteract their upbringings. Still, it's a starting point.] equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho
    12. Unconscious Bias Case Studies [Yeah, this is a good next step: actually try to unpick barriers to common usage.] equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho
    13. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Pocketbook for Airports equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho
    14. FE College - Managers, teachers and support staff Lesson Plan equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho

    If you're an ally to anyone else, please consider these resources too.

    You might enjoy them, learn from them, share with others, practise with others, help someone else feel comfortable around you, disclose their own Protected Characteristics, or just... feel better about trying to help at all.
    Baby steps in the face of overwhelm is okay.
    Just start somewhere, wherever you can.

    #MagicWandWishList #StopFascism #MakeLifeWorthLiving #Pride2025 #CaringEconomy #RestorativeJustice #Disability #DisabilityPrideMonth #AntiRacism #AntiRacist #AntiFascist #AntiFa #AntiAbleism #AntiAbleist #Ableism #Racism #Inequality #Exclusion #Hierarchies #Intersectionality #MisogyNoir #trans #queer #transphobia #transmisia #homophobia #TERFisland #TURDIsland #ToughUnderRegressiveDemands #idk #Empathy #Caring #Intent #Intentional #Mindfulness

  11. Omg yes?? equalityanddiversity.co.uk/res

    Equality and Diversity UK resources / training Wishlist!
    1. Looking at Learning and Development in a Different Way equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho and
    2. Courageous Conversations equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho and
    3. Everday EDI Good Practice for Freelance Artists equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho and
    4. Reasonable Adjustments RAs Pocket Book equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho and
    5. Protected Characteristics Pocket Book equalityanddiversity.co.uk/sho and
    6. Mental Health First Aid Course equalityanddiversity.co.uk/men and
    7. Equality Impact Assessment Training equalityanddiversity.co.uk/equ

    Obv more, but these are already kinda expensive. Shortlist time. If you're an ally to anyone else, please consider these resources too.

    You might enjoy them, learn from them, share with others, practise with others, help someone else feel comfortable around you, disclose their own Protected Characteristics, or just... feel better about trying to help at all.
    Baby steps in the face of overwhelm is okay.
    Just start somewhere, wherever you can.

    #MagicWandWishList #StopFascism #MakeLifeWorthLiving #Pride2025 #CaringEconomy #RestorativeJustice #Disability #DisabilityPrideMonth #AntiRacism #AntiRacist #AntiFascist #AntiFa #AntiAbleism #AntiAbleist #Ableism #Racism #Inequality #Exclusion #Hierarchies #Intersectionality #MisogyNoir #trans #queer #transphobia #transmisia #homophobia #TERFisland #TURDIsland #ToughUnderRegressiveDemands #idk #Empathy #Caring #Intent #Intentional #Mindfulness

  12. Comic Books are a wonderful refuge for the shy child who doesn't like to interact with others much. And anyone who has checked out the difficult vocabulary most use, has no worries about the reading prowess of any kid raised on them. #comic #comics #comicbook #comicbooks #comicstrip #comicstrips #reading #developmentalreading #teachingreading #readingisfun #thejoyofreading #joyofreading #mandrakethemagician #mandrake #magician #leefalk #superhero #superheros #amazing #fun #adventure

  13. Comic Books are a wonderful refuge for the shy child who doesn't like to interact with others much. And anyone who has checked out the difficult vocabulary most use, has no worries about the reading prowess of any kid raised on them. #comic #comics #comicbook #comicbooks #comicstrip #comicstrips #reading #developmentalreading #teachingreading #readingisfun #thejoyofreading #joyofreading #mandrakethemagician #mandrake #magician #leefalk #superhero #superheros #amazing #fun #adventure

  14. Comic Books are a wonderful refuge for the shy child who doesn't like to interact with others much. And anyone who has checked out the difficult vocabulary most use, has no worries about the reading prowess of any kid raised on them. #comic #comics #comicbook #comicbooks #comicstrip #comicstrips #reading #developmentalreading #teachingreading #readingisfun #thejoyofreading #joyofreading #mandrakethemagician #mandrake #magician #leefalk #superhero #superheros #amazing #fun #adventure

  15. Comic Books are a wonderful refuge for the shy child who doesn't like to interact with others much. And anyone who has checked out the difficult vocabulary most use, has no worries about the reading prowess of any kid raised on them. #comic #comics #comicbook #comicbooks #comicstrip #comicstrips #reading #developmentalreading #teachingreading #readingisfun #thejoyofreading #joyofreading #mandrakethemagician #mandrake #magician #leefalk #superhero #superheros #amazing #fun #adventure

  16. Comic Books are a wonderful refuge for the shy child who doesn't like to interact with others much. And anyone who has checked out the difficult vocabulary most use, has no worries about the reading prowess of any kid raised on them. #comic #comics #comicbook #comicbooks #comicstrip #comicstrips #reading #developmentalreading #teachingreading #readingisfun #thejoyofreading #joyofreading #mandrakethemagician #mandrake #magician #leefalk #superhero #superheros #amazing #fun #adventure

  17. Hi @andypiper,
    indeed. #Magic is #paternalist at best and often outright #authoritarian. It has a fundamental imbalance between the magician and the audience/subjects.
    But magic gave way to science during the enlightenment. The subjects emancipated. Some. #Feudalism turned into civil societies. We don't need to fall behind that. We wouldn't have to repeat that history.
    So goodbye platforms, hello networks. Of independant, cooperating peers. Or is it indiependant? Whatever. You get it: the #fediverse.
    And front and foremost: keep it simple and friendly.
    Cheers Andy, hope to see you again some fine day. Maybe Bolzano?

  18. #NowWatching “Excalibur” (1981) on 4K UHD Blu-ray from Arrow Video

    Get it: amzn.to/4u1Pvy6 (Limited Edition in stock!)

    Directed by John Boorman
    Starring Nigel Terry, Helen Mirren, Nicholas Clay

    Merlin the magician helps Arthur Pendragon unite the Britons around the Round Table of Camelot, even as dark forces conspire to tear it apart

    #4K #4KBluray #4KUHD #bluray #blurayCollector #PhysicalMedia #ad #fantasy #swordandsorcery #adventure #romance