ignaciomartinez

Ignacio Martinez


Ignacio Martinez is a reporter specializing in online gaming and political communities. His work has previously appeared in the Texas Observer and on the airwaves at KVRX 91.7 FM. He is based in Austin, Texas, and you can follow him on Twitter at @NacioMartinez.

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Dr. Disrespect suspended from Twitch after streaming from public bathroom

He's reportedly been kicked out of E3.

On Jun 12, 2019 by Ignacio Martinez

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U.S. orders GoFundMe border wall that raised $23 million to keep its gate open

It has been rendered useless. For now.

On Jun 11, 2019 by Ignacio Martinez

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Keanu Reeves surprises E3 with meme-worthy cameo—and we can barely handle it

It was 'breathtaking.'

On Jun 10, 2019 by Ignacio Martinez

Internet Culture
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Kylie Jenner’s ‘Handmaid’s Tale’-themed party is not going over well

Fans called it tone-deaf and in poor taste.

On Jun 10, 2019 by Ignacio Martinez

Internet Culture
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The guy who threw his shoes at George W. Bush just endorsed Mike Gravel for president

The endorsement came via Twitter.

On Jun 8, 2019 by Ignacio Martinez

Tech
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Elden Ring confirmed at E3 after first being revealed in major leak

E3 officially kicks off on June 11.

On Jun 8, 2019 by Ignacio Martinez

Internet Culture
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Guy Fieri’s ‘Old Town Road’ remix might be on the way

All roads lead to Flavortown.

On Jun 7, 2019 by Ignacio Martinez

Internet Culture
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Alex Jones falls for ‘Cum Town’ host’s fake abortion article

‘A Mommy Blogger’s Open Letter To Iran’ is another one of Nicole Mullen's dozens of articles.

On Jun 7, 2019 by Ignacio Martinez

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casey-frey-gomf

Why Casey Frey’s ‘Get tf out my way’ memes are taking over your timeline

'The more I watch this the more I realize this is about the worker’s revolution.'

On Jun 6, 2019 by Ignacio Martinez

Internet Culture
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Conservative YouTuber allowed to continue racist, homophobic harassment (updated)

'YouTube isn't just failing queer creators. It's actively exploiting us.'

On Jun 5, 2019 by Ignacio Martinez

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Trump’s U.K. trip is a meme goldmine

At one point, his limo got stuck because Larry the Downing Street cat was lying beneath it.

On Jun 4, 2019 by Ignacio Martinez

Internet Culture
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Netflix dark comedy ‘Dead to Me’ officially renewed for season 2

The show became an instant cult favorite.

On Jun 4, 2019 by Ignacio Martinez

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Trump debuts new, slicked-back hair to shock and awe

It's incredible.

On Jun 3, 2019 by Ignacio Martinez

Internet Culture
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Leaked ‘Jeopardy!’ footage shows how James Holzhauer’s reign comes to an end

The professional gambler who seized the long-running game show reportedly falls short of record.

On Jun 3, 2019 by Ignacio Martinez

Internet Culture
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Lil Nas X drops ‘Old Town Road’ on unsuspecting elementary school—and the kids lose it

They weren't ready.

On May 30, 2019 by Ignacio Martinez

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