# Cafe Society **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/cafe-society/15.md?page=38 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 39 --- ## [A Horror movie franchise is back after 47 years](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-horror-movie-franchise-is-back-after-47-years/1027168)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2026, 10:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-horror-movie-franchise-is-back-after-47-years/1027168 "2026-01-29T22:43:57Z")
‘Attack of the Killer Tomatoes: Organic Intelligence’ Gets Teaser Trailer "Anyone for a rousing rendition of “Puberty Love”? :grinning\_face\_with\_smiling\_eyes: --- ## [S/he was killed twice...when was the last time it wasn't the same person?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/s-he-was-killed-twice-when-was-the-last-time-it-wasnt-the-same-person/1027137)
**Author:** [@Tzigone](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tzigone)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2026, 9:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/s-he-was-killed-twice-when-was-the-last-time-it-wasnt-the-same-person/1027137 "2026-01-29T21:34:28Z")
I watch episodic mysteries. I’ve seen several where someone was killed and then they found out they were already dead. All the ones I’ve watched recently - from Murder, She Wrote to Death in Paradise, had the killer set … --- ## [I need a Yehuda Amichai poem in Hebrew!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-need-a-yehuda-amichai-poem-in-hebrew/1027160)
**Author:** [@susan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/susan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2026, 7:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-need-a-yehuda-amichai-poem-in-hebrew/1027160 "2026-01-29T19:33:48Z")
Hi, friends. I have an opportunity next week to participate in a group reading, and I’ve chosen Yehuda Amichai’s poem “National Thoughts” (“מחשבות לאומיות”). I can’t find a copy in Hebrew (with vowels) online, and only h… --- ## [Great TV series that are only available on DVD](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/great-tv-series-that-are-only-available-on-dvd/1017456)
**Author:** [@sciurophobic](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/sciurophobic)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2026, 6:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/great-tv-series-that-are-only-available-on-dvd/1017456 "2026-01-29T18:06:19Z")
What TV series are worth owning on disc because they’re not available on any channel, streaming service, and can’t be bought digitally? Examples China Beach Andy Richter Controls the Universe Rocky & Bullwinkle Wond… --- ## [Pick a sandwich please](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pick-a-sandwich-please/1027131)
**Author:** [@Grrr](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Grrr)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2026, 6:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pick-a-sandwich-please/1027131 "2026-01-29T18:05:50Z")
Sandwich 1: Sesame seed bun, deli ham, slice of smoked Gouda cheese, (canned) pineapple slice, Sriracha dredge over the pineapple and a touch of mayo. Sandwich 2: Sesame seed bun, cream cheese, pickled jalapenos, swee… --- ## [Is there a better way to browse library apps (Libby, Hoopla, etc.)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-there-a-better-way-to-browse-library-apps-libby-hoopla-etc/1027141)
**Author:** [@CaveMike](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CaveMike)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2026, 2:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-there-a-better-way-to-browse-library-apps-libby-hoopla-etc/1027141 "2026-01-29T14:46:16Z")
Ok, a true first-world problem. I’m a little embarrassed to even ask… Is there a better way to browse library apps (Libby, Hoopla, etc.)? For example a web site that mirrors their index? Or am I missing a way to browse … --- ## [NPR Revives a Forgotten Superhero](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/npr-revives-a-forgotten-superhero/937709)
**Author:** [@CalMeacham](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CalMeacham)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2026, 4:34am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/npr-revives-a-forgotten-superhero/937709 "2026-01-29T04:34:00Z")
Now that he’s fallen into the Public Domain, National Public Radio (or, rather, Planet Money at NPR) has decided to claim MicroFace as their own. They’re having a comic book made up, and you can pre-order it https:… --- ## [Favorite Rum?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/favorite-rum/1027069)
**Author:** [@Coriolanus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Coriolanus)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2026, 3:29am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/favorite-rum/1027069 "2026-01-29T03:29:22Z")
Years ago, in the days of the past, one could go into a bar and order a Rum & Coke. For me, if that was my thing, it would be (white) Bacardi and Coke. There was amber Bacardi, and I believe the exact equivalents in Morg… --- ## [David Bowie - what am I missing](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/david-bowie-what-am-i-missing/1026944)
**Author:** [@Lucas\_Jackson](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lucas_Jackson)\ **Replies:** 110\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2026, 1:55am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/david-bowie-what-am-i-missing/1026944 "2026-01-29T01:55:45Z")
I’ve thought about posting this for a while but, being the Dope, I have a feeling I know the answers I’ll get… but I am genuinely asking. I frequently read about what a force he was: And on and on. I’m not knocking … --- ## [Fatburger's parent company is in trouble](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fatburgers-parent-company-is-in-trouble/1027124)
**Author:** [@Johnny\_L.A](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Johnny_L.A)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2026, 6:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fatburgers-parent-company-is-in-trouble/1027124 "2026-01-28T18:23:09Z")
FAT Brands has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Restaurant franchiser FAT Brands, which owns popular fast-casual chains including Fatburger, Johnny Rockets and Twin Peaks, has filed for bankruptcy amid a mou… --- ## [Remember musical laser light shows?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/remember-musical-laser-light-shows/1027053)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2026, 5:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/remember-musical-laser-light-shows/1027053 "2026-01-28T17:25:35Z")
They would be held in planetariums (usually), the seats would go back so far there was a real danger of falling asleep when the lights went down…until a rock album was played (Dark Side Of The Moon, The Wall etc) and the… --- ## [\*A House of Dynamite\* (2025 film about nuclear attack) Discussion](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-house-of-dynamite-2025-film-about-nuclear-attack-discussion/1024344)
**Author:** [@Stranger\_On\_A\_Train](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Stranger_On_A_Train)\ **Replies:** 84\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2026, 4:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-house-of-dynamite-2025-film-about-nuclear-attack-discussion/1024344 "2026-01-28T16:07:14Z")
Continuing the discussion from Movies you've seen recently (Part 2): Perhaps. I mean I’m no expert on nuclear war strategy but it seems to me that once you have fired that first missile, you’ve already decided to forgo… --- ## [Does anyone else remember this 80s show?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-anyone-else-remember-this-80s-show/544319)
**Author:** [@Quimby](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quimby)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2026, 11:02am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-anyone-else-remember-this-80s-show/544319 "2026-01-28T11:02:16Z")
In the 80s, I think it was on Nickelodeon. Basically it was a voice reading a comic book while a camera panned from panel to panel. Sometimes it was a comic about two babies called Sugar and Spike and sometimes it was th… --- ## [Your Favorite Singer](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/your-favorite-singer/1027063)
**Author:** [@Baal\_Houtham](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Baal_Houtham)\ **Replies:** 67\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2026, 4:06am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/your-favorite-singer/1027063 "2026-01-28T04:06:34Z")
Who’s your favorite singer? I’m defining “favorite” as the person whose voice and phrasing most reliably provides you with pleasure. My own favorite is Willie Nelson. I’m not a huge fan, but — more than anyone else — he… --- ## [Dead or nearly dead tropes?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dead-or-nearly-dead-tropes/1014797)
**Author:** [@Darren\_Garrison](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Darren_Garrison)\ **Replies:** 477\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2026, 2:28am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dead-or-nearly-dead-tropes/1014797 "2026-01-28T02:28:18Z")
I’ve been binging a lot of older TV series lately, and occasionally notice tropes/memes/gags that used to turn up pretty regularly and familiarly in decades past that seem to have nearly or completely died out today. A f… --- ## [Something you never tried, and were pleasantly surprised when you finally did](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/something-you-never-tried-and-were-pleasantly-surprised-when-you-finally-did/1025522)
**Author:** [@Eonwe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Eonwe)\ **Replies:** 92\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2026, 1:52am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/something-you-never-tried-and-were-pleasantly-surprised-when-you-finally-did/1025522 "2026-01-28T01:52:17Z")
While reading the Something you always wanted to try, and were sorely disappointed with when you finally did thread, I got to thinking about things I’ve tried that I’ve always wanted to (or that have a culture of hype ar… --- ## [Remake or make a sequel to a music video](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/remake-or-make-a-sequel-to-a-music-video/1027095)
**Author:** [@Wendell\_Wagner](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wendell_Wagner)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2026, 12:09am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/remake-or-make-a-sequel-to-a-music-video/1027095 "2026-01-28T00:09:01Z")
Are there any music videos that you’d like to see remade or a sequel made of them? I have one that I think would be great. It would start with two women walking down a hallway. We only see them from behind and thus do… --- ## [Question about repair costs for the Hollywood Walk Of Fame](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-about-repair-costs-for-the-hollywood-walk-of-fame/1027049)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2026, 3:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-about-repair-costs-for-the-hollywood-walk-of-fame/1027049 "2026-01-27T15:44:34Z")
When a star on the Walk Of Fame is demolished/deeply damaged over and over again, who pays for and repairs the damage? --- ## [For those of you who love Doctor Who or Sherlock Holmes---](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/for-those-of-you-who-love-doctor-who-or-sherlock-holmes/1027088)
**Author:** [@Bosda\_Di\_Chi\_of\_Tricor](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bosda_Di_Chi_of_Tricor)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2026, 2:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/for-those-of-you-who-love-doctor-who-or-sherlock-holmes/1027088 "2026-01-27T14:31:03Z")
–which, on the SDMB is almost everybody…TOM BAKER IS BACK! Our beloved Fourth Doctor (all scarf, teeth & curls) will play Sherlock Holmes in an audiodrama! The worlds of Doctor Who and Sherlock Holmes continue to co… --- ## [Australian Lamb advert - 2026 released](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/australian-lamb-advert-2026-released/1026992)
**Author:** [@Banksiaman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Banksiaman)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2026, 5:19am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/australian-lamb-advert-2026-released/1026992 "2026-01-27T05:19:52Z")
Australia Day is on January 2026. While not completely supported as the right day to talk about national unity, a feature over the past two decades has been the Lamb advert, put out by the Meat and Livestock Association… --- ## ["No onions" lentil soup](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/no-onions-lentil-soup/1000263)
**Author:** [@Left\_Hand\_of\_Dorkness](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Left_Hand_of_Dorkness)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2026, 1:36am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/no-onions-lentil-soup/1000263 "2026-01-27T01:36:58Z")
Next month, I’m going to an event where there will be 40-50 people hanging out and playing games all weekend. It’s glorious. There’s an industrial kitchen on-site, and I’ve signed up to make lunch one day. My plan is to… --- ## [Hunter S. Thompson's Quasi-Suicide Note](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hunter-s-thompsons-quasi-suicide-note/320676)
**Author:** [@CalMeacham](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CalMeacham)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2026, 11:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hunter-s-thompsons-quasi-suicide-note/320676 "2026-01-26T23:39:05Z")
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20050908/ap\_en\_ot/people\_thompson I think if he knew it would be published he’d have done it differently. But here’s part of the last communique we have from the gonzo journalist. --- ## [Looking for input on Super Automatic Espresso Machines](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looking-for-input-on-super-automatic-espresso-machines/1023560)
**Author:** [@Ike\_Witt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ike_Witt)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2026, 11:27pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looking-for-input-on-super-automatic-espresso-machines/1023560 "2026-01-26T23:27:43Z")
I am considering getting a fancy new coffee maker that has loads of bells and whistles and I would love to get some input. Super Automatic Espresso Machines will grind the beans, fresh, and brew the coffee (or espresso… --- ## [Spotify suggestions](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/spotify-suggestions/1027020)
**Author:** [@Munch](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Munch)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2026, 9:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/spotify-suggestions/1027020 "2026-01-25T21:48:55Z")
So I very rarely use Spotify, but I need to land on a music streaming service instead of bouncing around all the place. However, I have noticed that when I’m using data (versus WiFi), like in the car, service gets really… --- ## [Cherry, Cherry baby! {Cherry wood rolling pin}](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cherry-cherry-baby-cherry-wood-rolling-pin/1026970)
**Author:** [@Beckdawrek](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Beckdawrek)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2026, 8:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cherry-cherry-baby-cherry-wood-rolling-pin/1026970 "2026-01-25T20:55:51Z")
I bought my Mid-dau a new Cherry wood rolling pin. Does it need seasoning? Anyone know? --- ## [Spinoff of a spinoff](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/spinoff-of-a-spinoff/1026467)
**Author:** [@a6ka97](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/a6ka97)\ **Replies:** 93\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2026, 5:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/spinoff-of-a-spinoff/1026467 "2026-01-25T17:22:44Z")
Watched ABC’s 20/20 Golden Girls anniversary show last night. Did a Wikipedia search just to refresh my memory about the show and it had 2 spinoffs, “The Golden Palace” which I kind of remember, “Empty Nest” that I do r… --- ## [Songs that on the surface sound one way, but are actually not](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/songs-that-on-the-surface-sound-one-way-but-are-actually-not/1026905)
**Author:** [@DrDeth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DrDeth)\ **Replies:** 79\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2026, 5:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/songs-that-on-the-surface-sound-one-way-but-are-actually-not/1026905 "2026-01-25T17:01:05Z")
Of course we all know that Born in the USA- often thought as a paean to American patriotism is anything but. But I was listening to Crow’s song “All I Wanna do” with the great chorus of 'Cause all I wanna do is have so… --- ## [Doc wants me on N/A beer and spirits (any recommendations?)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doc-wants-me-on-n-a-beer-and-spirits-any-recommendations/1022691)
**Author:** [@digs](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/digs)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2026, 6:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doc-wants-me-on-n-a-beer-and-spirits-any-recommendations/1022691 "2026-01-24T18:52:07Z")
So I went to a gerontologist for the first time, had many body parts scanned, and among his orders was a “Hey, Stay Away From These If You Don’t Want To Get Any Worse” Diet. #1: Alcohol … Cue sad trombone. Now, the s… --- ## [New "food court" type places that are popping up around here](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/new-food-court-type-places-that-are-popping-up-around-here/1024973)
**Author:** [@Crafter\_Man](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Crafter_Man)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2026, 3:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/new-food-court-type-places-that-are-popping-up-around-here/1024973 "2026-01-24T15:43:38Z")
It’s a new concept, at least around here: medium-sized, indoor areas that feature around half-a-dozen restaurants in close proximity. Similar to a mall food court, except that some serve beer, wine, cocktails, etc. Two a… --- ## [Is there any TV SHOW that we ALL would agree is good (if not great)?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-there-any-tv-show-that-we-all-would-agree-is-good-if-not-great/1026628)
**Author:** [@Mean\_Mr.Mustard](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mean_Mr.Mustard)\ **Replies:** 101\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2026, 1:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-there-any-tv-show-that-we-all-would-agree-is-good-if-not-great/1026628 "2026-01-24T13:54:15Z")
Well, you knew it had to be done. Let’s go. mmm (I am still pondering my input) [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/cafe-society/15.md?page=37) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/cafe-society/15.md?page=39)