- Comic book creator and nerd activist Che Grayson (Ted) talks about race and otherness in the US (via Black Girl Nerds). (Tova)
- DID YOU WATCH WESTWORLD? If you didn't, why the hell not? The fabulous season one finale aired on Sunday. But just in case you did, or you care about the gorgeous Rachel Evan Wood and Jimmi Simpson, check out this interview on ET. (Ivonne)
- Are you and your dogs both nerds? Check out this blog post and find out if these doggy clothes and toys are up your alley. (Critical Writ staff)
Shearwater's oddly prescient Jet Plane and Oxbow may not convince you on your first listen, but give it a chance and it will haunt your dreams. It's something of a slow burn, and it's today's musical hit. (Etienne)
Today's critical rolls:
1. Considering how crappy 2016 has been, would you welcome the robot uprising right about now?
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