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Month: October 2019

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Classics Illustrated – Wuthering Heights: Exploring the Dark, Twisted Characters and Unexpected Ending

10/03/2019, 7:42 am Angel Rodriguez 0

Why are classic characters so harsh and stuck in painful situations? Reading these stories feels like watching intense soap operas where the “right thing” rarely happens. It’s hard to understand why they stay in abuse or heartbreak, but the themes keep me hooked and questioning.

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Wicked Broadway Review: A Must-See Musical Experience for Oz Fans

10/03/2019, 7:11 am Angel Rodriguez 0

Wicked offers a fresh take on the classic Oz story, exploring the Wicked Witch’s past with great music and a captivating plot. Even if you’re not usually into musicals, this show is worth seeing. Grab tickets during discount events for a great deal!

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Spiderman 2019 Comic Review: Why This Limited Series Deserves a Read Despite Mixed Critic Reactions

10/02/2019, 7:23 am Angel Rodriguez 0

I just finished the new Spiderman series by J.J. and Henry Abrams with Sara Pichelli and Olivier Coipel. Despite some bad reviews, I really enjoyed it and can’t wait for the next issue. Check it out and share your thoughts—were the critics right?

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Hulk Gray Review: An Entertaining but Confusing Origin Story with an Unsatisfying Ending

10/01/2019, 7:48 am Angel Rodriguez 0

This comic offers an entertaining look at the Hulk’s origins with his first enemies and friends. However, the story can feel confusing with distracting dialogue shifts and a lack of clear resolution, leaving some readers feeling a bit unsatisfied despite the overall enjoyment.

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Comics Illustrated Review: The Last Days of Pompeii – A Powerful, Intense Classic Retold

10/01/2019, 7:46 am Angel Rodriguez 1

I finally read The Last Days of Pompeii and wow, it was intense. The story focuses on Glaucus and his world, not just the volcano. It’s gritty, real, and full of tough times in Ancient Rome. Definitely a classic worth diving into.

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Episode 116 – BJJ Safety, Abuse Concerns, and Changing Attitudes in the Jiu Jitsu Community
by@Angelrtalk

Some time ago, I wrote a post saying I wasn’t completely comfortable with my wife training jiu jitsu with men. The reaction from many practitioners was intense. I was called insecure, and some people insisted that abuse simply doesn’t happen in the BJJ community.

Since then, I’ve seen more and more posts and discussions acknowledging that jiu jitsu has had issues with grooming and abuse, and that these problems have existed for years. It’s been interesting to watch that shift. When I first shared my concerns, a lot of higher belts and experienced practitioners dismissed my perspective. Now, many of those same types of voices openly recognize that these problems are real.

That contrast is hard to ignore. I talk about it in more detail in episode 116.

I saw something similar during my time in the military. In environments that are heavily male dominated, with very few women, the risk of misconduct can increase. My concerns were never about insecurity. They were about awareness, caution, and looking out for the people I care about.

Episode 116 – BJJ Safety, Abuse Concerns, and Changing Attitudes in the Jiu Jitsu Community
02/09/2026, 3:56 pm
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