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The '''Michael Quinn Era''' refers to a period in [[Josh Block]]'s life when he was under the management of [[Michael Quinn]], spanning from late 2021 or early 2022 until mid 2024, when Quinn was replaced as manager by [[Jason Itzler|Jason "Mr. Based" Itzler]]. This era was characterized by significant shifts in Josh's behavior, including the onset of [[Alcoholism|alcoholism]], frequent public [[Meltdowns|meltdowns]], and chaotic incidents. Quinn, as Josh's first manager, played a pivotal role in shaping his activities, notably encouraging ventures like the unlicensed [[The World of T-Shirts Experience|NYC tour business, "The World of T-Shirts Experience"]]. | The '''Michael Quinn Era''' refers to a period in [[Josh Block]]'s life when he was under the management of [[Michael Quinn]], spanning from late 2021 or early 2022 until mid 2024, when Quinn was replaced as manager by [[Jason Itzler|Jason "Mr. Based" Itzler]], starting the [[Mr. Based Era]]. This era was characterized by significant shifts in Josh's behavior, including the onset of [[Alcoholism|alcoholism]], frequent public [[Meltdowns|meltdowns]], and chaotic incidents. Quinn, as Josh's first manager, played a pivotal role in shaping his activities, notably encouraging ventures like the unlicensed [[The World of T-Shirts Experience|NYC tour business, "The World of T-Shirts Experience"]]. | ||
== Meeting Josh == | == Meeting Josh == | ||
Quinn first became involved with Josh Block sometime in late 2021 or early 2022. Quinn claims they first met after Josh asked him to "collaborate on New York City content" on an unspecified social media platform.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldOfTShirts/comments/1745bu9/the_actual_story_of_how_quinn_met_josh/</ref> Their relationship marked the beginning of a transformative and tumultuous period in Josh's public and personal life. | Quinn first became involved with Josh Block sometime in late 2021 or early 2022. Quinn claims they first met after Josh asked him to "collaborate on [[New York City]] content" on an unspecified social media platform.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldOfTShirts/comments/1745bu9/the_actual_story_of_how_quinn_met_josh/</ref> Their relationship marked the beginning of a transformative and tumultuous period in Josh's public and personal life. | ||
== Characters == | == Characters == | ||
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=== LIRR Spitting & Screaming Attack (April 1, 2024) === | === LIRR Spitting & Screaming Attack (April 1, 2024) === | ||
On April 1, 2024, Josh was involved in a disruptive incident on the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR). Quinn posted several TikTok videos claiming Josh was attacked by "thugs" attempting to steal his phone, hat, and wallet, asserting that he had taught Josh to "flex and roar like a beast" as a defense tactic and suggesting Josh take up karate.<ref>https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelquinnjagg/video/7353119000303471918</ref><ref>https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelquinnjagg/video/7353126094821657902</ref><ref>https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelquinnjagg/video/7353128067071593770</ref> However, videos later surfaced showing Josh spitting at passengers and screaming, contradicting Quinn's portrayal of events.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldOfTShirts/comments/1bvq61x/my_angle_of_the_buildup_to_the_lirr_incident/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldOfTShirts/comments/1btphoq/josh_spits_at_someone_on_the_lirr/</ref> | On April 1, 2024, Josh was involved in a disruptive incident on the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) on the way eastbound to the [[wikipedia:Deer Park station|Deer Park station]]. Quinn posted several TikTok videos claiming Josh was attacked by "thugs" attempting to steal his phone, hat, and wallet, asserting that he had taught Josh to "flex and roar like a beast" as a defense tactic and suggesting Josh take up karate.<ref>https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelquinnjagg/video/7353119000303471918</ref><ref>https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelquinnjagg/video/7353126094821657902</ref><ref>https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelquinnjagg/video/7353128067071593770</ref> However, videos later surfaced showing Josh spitting at passengers and screaming, contradicting Quinn's portrayal of events.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldOfTShirts/comments/1bvq61x/my_angle_of_the_buildup_to_the_lirr_incident/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/WorldOfTShirts/comments/1btphoq/josh_spits_at_someone_on_the_lirr/</ref> | ||
=== Public Statements and Social Media Management === | === Public Statements and Social Media Management === | ||