Joseph Mallozzi's Weblog

I received my new VISA card and this time I didn't wait.  I fished my old card out of my wallet, set it down on the table, and set off in search of the scissors.  The last time I got a new card, I just slipped it into my wallet, promptly forgot about it, ended…

This morning, Akemi was shocked to discover that the word "goofy" actually PRECEDED the Disney character by the same name. My wife is endlessly entertaining. Today's Yes/No... https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1371826135256948740 I've got a pack of wasabi Kit Kats sitting in my kitchen.  Who am I to judge? Hey, in case you missed it, here's yesterday's Dark Matter…

Get ready, Dark Matter fans!  In about 30 minutes, our Dark Matter Monday panel reconvenes to discuss "Take the Shot", Episode 210.  We'll be joined by Director Paul Day and actor Brendan Murray (Victor).  Do join us! https://twitter.com/nation_orville/status/1370934461156708355 A little Yes-No? https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1371428823468802049 So, looks like I'll be leading the Powder Mage charge with a verbal…

Show off. Pizza party! We were out for a walk the other day when a young woman stopped and asked: "Is that Suji?".   I'm continue to be amazed every time someone recognizes the old girl.  Pictured: Suji and Sasha. Beware of Guard Dog... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLNmhYuGRv0 Lacy afternoon... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IKzZBQQdzTU

Four years ago, I attempted to track down the rights to a classic sci-fi series .  It was a favorite of mine growing up and, I felt, ripe for a reboot, so  I reached out.  And came up against a series of dead-ends.  I handed the job off to my former agency who either got…

Last night, news broke about the sudden passing of actor Cliff Simon who played the role of the system lord Ba'al over several seasons on Stargate.  It's no secret that Ba'al was one of my very favorite villains to write, and this was wholly attributable to Cliff's masterful performance.  He imbued the character with confidence…

  Was walking by Forno Cultura the other day and glimpsed these in the windows so, of course, I had to pick them up.  These were an Easter tradition growing up in my Italian household - giant hollow chocolate eggs containing surprises (sometimes toys but usually more chocolate eggs).    Then, at Christmas, it used…

Hey, remember when candy cigarettes were a thing? https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1369280940892127234 In case you missed it, here's last night's raucous Dark Matter Monday with the gang at Orville Nation and the always entertaining (Director) Peter DeLuise.  A wild time was had by all. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DheA1Nwrvsg Also Episode 1 of Gaters Gonna Gate has landed.  Subscribe, 5 star rate…

Tonight!  Join me, director Peter DeLuise, writer Ivon Bartok, and the gang at Orville Nation to discuss Dark Matter Episode 209, Going Out Fighting... https://twitter.com/nation_orville/status/1368725016230166535 A raucous time guaranteed! And something for the Stargate fans... https://twitter.com/TheCompanionApp/status/1368935037337542660 How about a little Yes/No? https://twitter.com/BaronDestructo/status/1368906091044700160 A disquieting number of Yes's in comment thread. So, how shall we relaunch…

I had just completed my morning workout when I received the following email from my buddy, Doug: "Hey, Joe. I just saw Rayban advertisements getting posted to your Instagram. I think someone got a hold of your account. Just giving you a heads up." Rayban ads?  That couldn't be right.  Could it? Then, a text…

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Sampling pomegranate juice for the first time... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6hE61aVUy9s The chocolate find... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbslCSSGho4 The daily routine at Akemi's Cafe... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMRVJ_4XRwo Making the bed... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BRvRCeZ83qY