The Thermals are one of my favorite bands of the decade. They are simply smashing performers, and their lyrics kick ass! This site has been a cartoon caption contest destination for close to two years; I hosted 99 weekly contests in a row starting in late 2008. I am gearing up for my 100th, [...]

I created this post for a few friends of mine. Originally, it had a giant collection of videos. Now it is down to one. I will add new posts featuring different bands over the coming months. This site has been a cartoon caption contest destination for close to two years; I hosted 99 weekly [...]

I have absolutely no new content for you. So, I’ll do what every other parasite who runs a site does: post stuff that’s not mine. I like cats, rats and alligators. First, cat vs. gator. Second, rat vs. cat(s). The 100th Splendid Marbles Cartoon Caption Contest will be held in late January of 2011. I can promise a prize [...]

I have something a bit different to offer you today. Instead of talking about the federal government’s latest takeover a debt-riddled American corporate dinosaur; I decided to turn my attention to something more amusing. (Video after jump.) I’ve decided to create a list of my favorite movie monsters. First, a little background information: I’ve been [...]

It’s Friday. It’s been one of those weeks. Whew! I’m so glad that someone has finally come up with the answers. Thanks to Natalie Portman and Rashida Jones, we can all go off and enjoy our weekends. I know I will and you should, too. See y’all, Monday. Share Me:

Making Joe McCarthy’s ghost proud by accusing the Democratic presidential nominee of harboring anti-American views has very expensive consequences. (Videos after jump.) This is the hard lesson that Republican Michele Bachmann, who represents Minnesota’s Sixth Congressional District, learned after she unleashed a torrent of absurdities aimed at discrediting Barack Obama, Democrats, and liberals. [...]

It was 11pm, time to put my Mac to sleep and my butt on the couch for the Daily Show with Jon Stewart. I was in the mood for a hearty chuckle, but WOW! is all I can say after watching the first ten minutes. (Two videos follow the jump.) Apparently, Mr. Stewart has had [...]

I just saw a two minute video called “Misconceptions of Obama fuel Republican campaign,” filmed by Al Jazeera, the Middle Eastern news network. (Video after the jump.) What an eye-opener. Conventional U.S. news outlets are all abuzz talking about radical nutballs who shouted “terrorist” and allegedly, “kill him” at Sarah Palin’s rallies. To find out [...]