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Some Quick-ish Thoughts About ‘MARRIAGETOXIN’

‘MARRIAGETOXIN’ is one of my all-time (so far) favorite romcom anime. Here are some reasons why.

Why is ‘Rent-a-Girlfriend’ So Damned Popular?

TL;DR: Have you ever watched ‘Rent-a-Girlfriend’ and wondered “how does it still continue?” Here, I try to break down the series and “explain” its popularity, though I don’t personally enjoy it that much. Its popularity, I think, boils down to a few simple facts. Wanna know more? Strap in and join the fun.

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Metaphor: ReFantazio and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – Two Similarly Different Takes on Loss and Trauma

‘Metaphor: ReFantazio’ and ‘Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’ were released months apart between October 2024 and April 2025. As a fan of gripping stories with something to say, I’ve played both. However, one question remains. Does one handle its message of trauma and loss “better” than the other?

PS: This is not for people who don’t like to read–or for people who hate any and all spoilers. You’ve been warned.

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Cakes, Steaks, and the State of Baltimore’s NSFW Nightlife (From the Eyes of SOTB)

I ponder about The Penthouse Club’s new steakhouse, its potential impact on the Baltimore strip club scene, and how the Baltimore strip club scene has changed post-COVID. No, no nudes are here. Don’t ask. This isn’t THAT type of site.

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‘And Yet The Town Moves’ and Resetting Musically

I hate the term “comeback.” I prefer “reset.” May’s ‘And Yet The Town Moves’ was a reset and realization that I’m finally figuring out where my place presently is as the me I presently am. Musically, that is. There are still some other things I’m figuring out. Such is life.

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If I leave, that’s good enough for me (or “Hello, it’s Speed again.”)

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If you’re wondering where I’ve been over the last 18 months, read this (somewhat of a slog of an) explanation. Mental health happened, burnout happened, death happened. However, unless you biologically die, nothing’s permanent. Except me saying I’m not doing any more damned full-length albums. F that.