Authors
Amelia Desertsong
Thomas Slatin
Knuckleball! – A Documentary Film Review
As someone who’s seen a lot of Tim Wakefield over the years as a Boston Red Sox fan, it’s probably not a surprise that I was extremely excited to find a 2012 sports documentary called “Knuckleball!” on Netflix. I’d vaguely…
Pheromosa and Buzzwole Tag Team GX – A Pokemon TCG Card Review
Pheromosa and Buzzwole Tag Team GX is the #1 card in the Unbroken Bonds set for the Pokemon Trading Card Game (TCG). It also has a Full Art version, an alternate art Full Art, and a Rainbow Foil version. This…
The Best Vermont Blogs in 2024
While Tom and I have lived in Vermont since September 2020, we haven’t really dug into finding local Vermont blogs. We have our personal sites – The Phoenix Desertsong and TomSlatin.com – but neither are super focused on Vermont, although…
The Best Pokemon Blogs and Forums
Once in my young adulthood, I managed a list of blogs, podcasts, and YouTube channels which covered Magic the Gathering. The list became more work than it was worth, and in 2024, it seems such a list isn’t even worth…
Electabuzz VS Magmar: Who is the Better Pokemon?
Over a quarter-century of Pokemon games, there have been many version exclusives which inevitably end up being compared to one another. But, none have quite the history of Electabuzz and Magmar. The Electric-type Electabuzz exclusive to Pokemon Red Version and…
Bob Tewksbury and His 1992 Career Year
Digging through generally worthless “junk wax” baseball cards of 1987 to 1993, you’ll occasionally find a card released before a great season of a not-so-famous player. One of these is a 1992 Topps Stadium Club card of Bob Tewksbury. As…
Why Paraspectre’s 007 James Bond Games Retrospective Series is a Must Watch
By 2023, one YouTuber named Paraspectre has become known for his Pokemon Trading Card Game challenges on Game Boy Color and his Pokemon video game retrospectives, But, his channel started with a 007 James Bond games retrospective series. While the…
Top Websites for Postcard Collecting Enthusiasts
Postcard collecting, also known as “deltiology,” is a fascinating hobby that has captivated enthusiasts for decades. Thanks to the Internet, collectors can access a wealth of resources, interact with fellow hobbyists, and even purchase rare and valuable postcards from around…
Pennies to Look for Worth Money for Amateur Coin Collectors
If you are an amateur coin collector, you might be interested in finding out which pennies are worth more than their face value. Some pennies can be worth thousands of dollars, depending on their rarity and condition. Here are some…
The Best Cryptozoology Websites in 2024
Cryptozoology, the study of hidden or unknown animals, has captivated the imagination of countless individuals across the globe. This fascinating field delves into the mysterious realm of cryptids – elusive creatures that have yet to be officially recognized by mainstream…