#rare radio

[oldshowbiz]

1933-1934.

Long before she played Fred Flintstone's mother-in-law, Verna Felton starred in the Mud Caves, an early radio comedy about a modern stone age family.

[dischiantoaster]

The Brave Little Toaster tankōbon illustrations

These are the gorgeous illustrations from the Japanese hardcover of The Brave Little Toaster. The character designs are very similar to the original versions drawn by Karen Lee Schmidt for the English/French language publications. Even so, I think this the most beautiful the story has ever looked…There’s something wonderfully haunting and evocative about these illustrations; and the lack of anthropomorphic features on the Appliances adds something new! Probably the spookiest version of the Toaster and friends scaring the Junk Pirate. And hooray for more cute Swap Shop Kittens! Also, both Japanese editions feature a picture of the moment when the Radio spies a fox. (Interestingly, the new vacuum cleaner in the City Apartment is shown as an upright model, unlike its counterpart in the paperback bunko, and in the movie- both of which are canister vacuums with hoses! Or a hamburger bun on wheels, as Disch describes it in the book!)

[dragengyrr]

Old-timey friends

Back in the day when cameras were harmless and life was simpler.

[hauntdoesthings]

let's talk about: Husk

Husk is a character that I see a lot of love for, but not a lot of discussion about, at least not the same way we talk about Angel Dust or Alastor, so I'd like to start the conversation since I've noticed certain details about him during a rewatch.

How He Socializes

Husk puts it best himself; "Everybody likes to bitch to the bartender." He knows more about everyone than anyone else, whether they tell him or not. Not only is he the one people turn to vent to at their lowest, he has incredible skill at reading others. It's most likely something he picked up as a gambler, but we can see he still utilizes it to read the other residents, like knowing Angel shouldn't be getting drunk after his long shift and realizing when he's masking right afterwards.

On the other hand, reading people like this doesn't seem to fit with his character in earlier episodes. In the first episodes, Husk makes it very clear he doesn't want to at the hotel and by extension doesn't want to be around the residents. His first line is literally about how he's forced to be there and pretty much all of his screen time is spent being anywhere from unfriendly to outright aggressive towards the rest of the cast. He surely doesn't care enough to read people to get closer to them, so why does he? I believe it's either a subconscious behavior or possibly as a defensive measure. Like in a poker game, he reads his "opponents" to stay ahead of them while keeping his own cards close to his chest.

It's already clear Husk values his boundaries when watching his earlier interactions with Angel, but this combined with other behaviors makes me think he's a very defensive person in general. His body language is constantly closed off, often crossing his arms or physically being separated from others behind the bar. This could just be indicative of his surly personality, but there is a specific behavior makes me think more of it. During my rewatch for this post, I realized Husk has a tendency to hug himself during certain moments of discomfort, like the entire first trust exercise in episode 3(more on that later), and during his first argument with Angel in episode 4, he actually shields himself with his wings when AD insults him before leaving.

Speaking of, episode 4 is really a great example of how Husk view others, especially since this is when his mindset finally shifts.

It's easy to see how dismissive Husk is of AD during this episode, with his constant reiterations of how "fake" he is and even saying that he'll be fine after running out despite knowing that he's had a hard night. Looking a little closer at his mannerisms though, it's clear that he cares more than he wants to let on. He insults the scripts and setting of AD's video rather than his acting and even says that that's specifically what Angel tends to complain about. Even when Valentino sudden calls up AD, Husk's face is more upset than "I told ya so." He realizes that Angel is unhappy with his work, but at the same time, he doesn't think too deeply about it.

Husk assumes that because everyone tends to spills their guts to him while drinking, he knows all he needs to about them, and he's correct to a certain degree; however, despite everything he knows, he doesn't appear to think too deeply beyond what he can easily glean. Charlie wants to help others so she doesn't have to help herself, Vaggie projects her self-hatred and high standards onto those around her, and Angel bullshits his way through everything because he's an actor who doesn't know how to be real. Husk realizes these things easily, but not why the others are this way, and it especially shows during his confrontation with AD, as when Angel finally snaps and reveals his true motives, Husk is visually taken aback.

He's so used to knowing and analyzing people easily that this sudden, truly heartfelt moment from Angel makes him rethink how he's been going about their interactions, how he's been thinking of him this whole time. And this is the moment that makes him decide to open up about his own past. Whether it was seeing that common thread between himself and Angel or possibly a realization that he won't accept help from someone who doesn't offer any input of their own, this is the first time we really see him offer any of his private, personal life, and afterwards, there's an obvious shift in how he treats Angel and everyone else.

"Loser Baby" is the first time we see Husk willingly initiate physical contact onscreen when he's always be visibly tense and uncomfortable at even most mentions of it, though most of that was AD being suggestive so it could be an issue with sexual intimacy than physical. He's comfortable enough in episode 6 to go clubbing with the group and genuinely looks like he's enjoying himself, especially compared to when he went to keep an eye on Angel in episode 4, even helping look out for Niffty when needed and supporting Angel after standing up to Valentino. In the lead-up to the Extermination, there's not a single insinuation that he would've left the hotel, choice or not, and he is with the rest of the cast during all the important moments of the battle, from Sir Pentious' death to the ending number. Even when Alastor is presumed dead, even if he assumed Alastor wasn't really gone, Husk could've easily run off during his absence, but he sticks around to help rebuild, undeniably of his volition, wanting to help his friends and possible family.

That note also brings me to something I've really been wanting to talk about:

Husk and Alastor

Unless we see a shift or get new knowledge about Nifty, Alastor and Husk have a really unique relationship both in theory and as evidenced. Husk is a former Overlord, presumably from before Alastor's rise if he was willing to bet his soul in a game with him. This opens up a lot of questions for me, mainly about what their bet entailed, what led Husk to making it in the first place, and if there's a certain respect between them. Yes, Alastor refers to Husk as his "pet," but Husk also comes to him with his suspicions about Mimsy and it can almost be read as worry. Alastor even responds that "it's nothing [he] can't handle." There has to be a certain level of trust for someone to bring up "hey, that friend you've known for decades only ever comes to you when they need something" and have their concerns taken seriously, even if Alastor's care for others is negligible at best. This whole scene seems to be showing that despite their deal, their past as equals has not been totally forgotten by either of them, leading to a certain understanding of each other that neither, particularly Alastor, have had with anyone else up until now.

The biggest reason I bring their relationship up though is Alastor's deal. With all we've seen, I believe Husk is the one character besides Alastor himself and whoever the other party is that knows about the deal and its possible connection to Alastor's disappearance.

For one, Husk is the one that confirms Alastor is "on a leash" in the first place, and he shows no surprise that Husk knows. Alastor is definitely not the kind of person to let anyone know about something like that no matter how close they are, so this makes me think either Husk had to know or that he was possibly there during the deal.

It also stands out to me the specific phrasing that Husk and Alastor use during the scene.

"You've been gone a long time, and it's not like anybody knows why." "They don't need to know!"

This kind of phrasing makes it feel like Husk is specifically being excluded from that group by both himself and Alastor. If it's true that Alastor's deal is the reason he disappeared, then Husk knowing about both the deal and why Alastor's been gone lines up perfectly. Maybe Husk will be the one to reveal more about this to the audience or even the rest of the cast later on, but it's clear that he does know more than anyone not directly involved and at this moment is the most likely to talk about it, assuming Alastor doesn't immediately tear him a new one for it.

Little Details

Last section, I promise. This is just some little details I noticed while rewatching for this that didn't really fit in anywhere else and questions/speculation about them.

Remember how I mentioned Husk hugging himself earlier? The first time I noticed this was during episode 3 when, after seeing the stage, he declares "I'm not about to put on some show for these fucking chumps." Not sure how much of everyone's backstory is still canon, but it was stated that Husk was a magician during his life, so maybe this is hinting that he has some stage-related baggage?

Also during episode 3, we see Husk sneak down the stairs before Vaggie can toss him off the roof in the warzone, and since he didn't come back up with Angel and Pentious, he presumably left before they made it out. However, at the end of the episode, he's laughing with everyone over the events of it. He comments that SP can "take a beating like a champ" and "you did ok, new kid," so was he just pretending like he was there or did he just hang out on the sidelines and watch? Husk wtf?

Husk specifically says that AD's video is "not a very convincing interrogation scene." Does Husk have experience?

When the bartender pours drinks for the gangster getting Angel a refill, Husk immediately watches the drinks themselves, before the guy even reaches for that little bottle. He's a bartender, he's probably seen too many people have their drinks fucked with to the point it's just an instinct now.

He was ready to square tf up when Valentino hit Angel, but waited until Angel walked away instead of jumping in like in episode 4. He really does trust him to take care of himself and was ready to back up whatever he did.

During "The Show Must Go On," it's minor, but Husk actually tucks his wings around the group hug and it's aasfjkdsajfd

For those who've made it this far, thank you so much for listening to my overthinking and ramblings. Please feel free to ask about anything incoherent, add on to anything, or point out things I missed, I'd just really love to get the discussion started on some of these things!

[hrokkall]

draw minophus,,, plsss =*^*=

Monochrome old man yaoi sketch. For you

[allastoredeer]

I know you ship Alastor and Zestial together, but I have a headcanon that Zestial has a history with Lucifer. They go waaaaaaaaaay back, like before Zestial even died. This is actually part of a much more detailed headcanon that i want to delve into more later about humans born with extrasensory abilities in the Hellaverse. But for now I just want to focus on the Zestial/Lucifer parts😋

Lucifer and Zestial, because of how long they've known each other and how much their...friendship has evolved since they've first met, act very familiar towards one another.

Very VERY familiar towards one another...

lm saying these two radiate "Yeah, we've had crazy monkey sex more times than we can count, what of it?" energy whenever they're so much as in the same room. Every time they interact, there are so many soft knowing smiles and long heated stares and lingering touches to each other’s hands or faces and just SO MUCH sexual chemistry that it could make even Angel Dust blush.

Here's the thing, though. If asked about it, neither Zestial nor Lucifer will ever give a straight (snrk!🤭) answer one way or another. No matter what, they both refuse to either confirm or deny the nature of their relationship or even give any clear details about their past together. They enjoy keeping people guessing. So imagine Zestial visiting Lucifer at the hotel for some afternoon tea, and Alastor ends up joining them. Which leads to Alastor having a front row seat to Lucifer and Zestial trading endless inside jokes and double entendres, daintily sipping their tea as they fuck each other with their eyes. And poor Alastor the whole time is just🫢🫣😳🤯

(Btw, Lucifer and Lilith had/have an open relationship. So, whatever is going on between Lucifer and Zestial and Alastor??, Lilith is cool with it. It's the same with Zestial and Carmilla👍)

I just love Alastor having a big fat crush on Zestial and not knowing what to do about it

[radioroxx]

i dont think i actually ship sifloop like i wouldnt want there to actually Be anything there yknow. but i do want them to keep being weird and flirty and hate each other

[lilfriezatyrant]

so I watched some Alastor scenes again and found this in one itsy-bitsy frame

BEWARE OF THE HOOF

STOMP

[selenagomez92]

Selena Gomez in the studio recording 🎶

[asmodeus-682]

Headcanon/idea I randomly had

Alastor always celebrates Valentines Day with both Rosie and Zestial, he understands that the day is about love in general and not just romance. But this trio of friends has a tradition for Valentines Day.

They do a total of 4 activities together. One thst Rosie likes, one Alastor likes and one Zestial likes. The 4th activity being one they all enjoy doing. For example; the day would go like this

They meet up at a cafe for breakfast before they do the activities

Activity 1: fencing matches (Rosie's choice)

Activity 2: karaoke session at the hotel (Alastor's choice, much to Vaggie's annoyance)

Lunch at the hotel

Activity 3: reading a short horror novel together (Zestial's choice)

Activity 4: playing a board game together (eg: scrabble)

Dinner (they take turns cooking each year)

Sleepover (whoever cooked is the one who's house the sleepover is at)

Alastor sometimes asks if Nifty can tag along too if Nifty is bored on that day. Meaning on rare occasions Zestial becomes a walking jungle gym for Nifty to climb on

[mrxavierfr]

Zestial and Alastor.

What do we think of this ship? What's the shipname?

ANYWAYS finally found out how to draw Zestial finally 🦥

[oldshowbiz]

The Jayne and Steve Show (1965) featuring Alan Young and Rose Marie.

[birbdawg]

I just realized I never posted this here lol

Based off that one comfort character trend that was going around a little while ago haha

I don’t think I’m ever gonna finish this unfortunately 💔

[vaggieslefteye]

STAYED GONE ↳ from Hazbin Hotel Season One (2024): 1x02 "Radio Killed The Video Star"

[baconcolacan]

so you make a buncha tomtord content, and you like paul, so, vaguely related to both, what if... tomxpaul? /hj

HAHAHAHA COULD BE??? I did say that Paul and Tom click together well enough as friends (in Stay AU), they're usually the "grouch" in their friend groups, and I characterise both with a touch of bitchiness in them.

I think they would be WILD together ngl, they get to let out their stupid bitch tendencies in tandem.

[retroness-is-fabulous]