In 1960, SAG and WGA struck to force management to adapt to the new technology of television. Without that strike and the agreement it birthed, residual use payments would not exist.
My parents stole nearly all of my salary from my entire childhood. My Star Trek residuals were all I had, and they kept me afloat for two decades while I rebuilt my life. I have healthcare and a pension because of my union. The AMPTP billionaires want to take all that security away so they can give CEOs even more grotesque wealth at the expense of the people who make our industry run.
To give some sense of what is at stake: There are actors who star in massively successful, profitable, critically acclaimed shows that are all on streaming services. You see them all the time. They are famous, A-list celebrities. Nearly all of those actors don’t earn enough to qualify for health insurance, because the studios forced them to accept a buyout for all their residuals (decade of reuse, at the least) that is less than I earned for one week on TNG. And I was the lowest paid cast member in 1988. They want to do this while studio profits and CEO compensation are at historic highs.
I mean, if not now, when? And I haven’t even touched on AI and working conditions.
We must fight for the future of our industry in the face of changing technology, the same way our elders did in 1960. So today, my Spacemom and I went to the place where it started for us, way back when, to do just that.
I see all your support. It means so much. Thank you.
Sub-Subcultures, like bear or twink, can be fun at first but don’t let them consume your identity. Don’t divide yourself further, we’re already a minority.
Send nudes with caution. Learn when to place your trust. You don’t owe him anything, and if he thinks you do then he doesn’t deserve you.
If he’s “masc only” then he’s still got hang ups about being out. Avoid him.
Don’t discriminate against femme guys. We owe the revolution to femmes, never forget that.
If you chat with a guy for more than a day, he’s local and he still hasn’t set a time to meet you, he’s not really interested. Move on.
You are not an asshole for blocking someone who won’t take a hint.
Never give out information when you aren’t comfortable. Last thing you need is a stalker.
Threesomes with couples can be amazing, but make sure it’s a balanced relationship and always meet them first. Know what you’re getting into.
In that same vein, don’t date anyone who isn’t out yet or is on the “down low.” That could mean anything from being underage to having a wife. Don’t be a home wrecker.
The minute you learn someone is underage, end it. Do not contact them further. Tell them goodbye, and report them. Lives have been ruined because of statutory rape, and as callous as it sounds, they are not your problem.
Older guys can be tender and educational, blending intimacy with knowledge. That being said, beware of creeps who would reduce you to an uncomfortable fetish.
You will meet “bearlebrities” or guys who otherwise have a huge social media following for looks or some other reason. They can be sweet, but they aren’t gods. Don’t worship them and beat yourself up for wanting something unobtainable.
Don’t date anyone who calls himself a bearlebrity, earned title or otherwise. Egos run rampant in this community, a huge ego usually indicates a shitty partner.
Yes, gogo dancers are cute and friendly but their best friend is your wallet. Tip them if you like, don’t expect anything real to come of it.
For the love of god, always play safe.
Whether you’re safe or not, get regular testing. Know your status.
HIV is not a death sentence anymore. Just be aware, keep playing safe, and don’t be prejudiced.
If you have access to Truvada and you aren’t using it, you’re an idiot and you’re playing Russian roulette.
Truvada takes up to two weeks to start working properly.
If his preference isn’t your race, then be happy that your preference isn’t racists.
Be honest.
Be open, your comfort zone is meant to expand.
The minute it hurts too much, make it vocally known. If he wants to keep going and you can’t, end it.
If you can’t start or end the day without checking the apps, then you need to take a break and get your priorities straight.
If you only take one thing from this, remember: YOU ARE ALLOWED TO SAY NO.
Evidently landlord and lawyer were some rough slander 250 years ago, maybe we still have some things in common with the founding fathers
my favorite thing about this movie is that it pissed off Nixon so badly (by having a song about how conservatives are obstructionist) that he tried to not only have the song cut but also get the negatives for that scene destroyed and they only added the song back in decades later
shout out to the film’s editor who back in the 1970’s completely hid the negatives for that scene for decades allowing us to have it restored for the 2002 re-release
ublock origin should still work, get firefox, tell your friends to get firefox, uninstall chromium browsers, do not support this by using google’s products, frankly
