# Cafe Society **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/cafe-society/15.md?page=811 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 812 --- ## [Jon Stewart's stepping into The Daily Show: oral history coming out; excerpt in VF](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/jon-stewarts-stepping-into-the-daily-show-oral-history-coming-out-excerpt-in-vf/770695)
**Author:** [@WordMan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/WordMan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2016, 5:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/jon-stewarts-stepping-into-the-daily-show-oral-history-coming-out-excerpt-in-vf/770695 "2016-11-05T17:47:01Z")
See the article here: How Jon Stewart Took Over The Daily Show and Revolutionized Late-Night TV: An Oral History | Vanity Fair Much of this stuff I knew about in broad strokes, but overall it is a great read. A book I… --- ## [The Flash S03E05: Monster](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-flash-s03e05-monster/770425)
**Author:** [@Terminus\_Est](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Terminus_Est)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2016, 3:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-flash-s03e05-monster/770425 "2016-11-05T15:39:52Z")
Well that was a bit different. Has the comics Flash gone up against a giant monster\* before? That seems to be like it’s more up Green Lantern’s alley. Anyway it turned out to be not an actual metahuman, so by rights i… --- ## [Anybody tried Vitam-R? And other yeast extract musings](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anybody-tried-vitam-r-and-other-yeast-extract-musings/770657)
**Author:** [@Qadgop\_the\_Mercotan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Qadgop_the_Mercotan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2016, 2:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anybody-tried-vitam-r-and-other-yeast-extract-musings/770657 "2016-11-05T14:57:03Z")
I see it’s been nearly 3 years since I last started a thread praising yeast extracts. Time to correct that, now that I’m in a philosophical mood to wax eloquent yet again on my obsession regarding those tasty, tasty pro… --- ## [origin of the word "Studmuffin"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/origin-of-the-word-studmuffin/770613)
**Author:** [@crucible](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/crucible)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2016, 9:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/origin-of-the-word-studmuffin/770613 "2016-11-05T09:27:41Z")
Curious if the original usage is known. Cute word. --- ## [Mystery Music](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mystery-music/770578)
**Author:** [@Trinopus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Trinopus)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2016, 1:10am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mystery-music/770578 "2016-11-05T01:10:15Z")
I have a mystery… This is neoclassical – I think it’s French, perhaps impressionist. It might be ballet music. I’ve heard it on the radio, but never heard the attribution. I’ve done a kind of hack job coding it, and … --- ## [Recommend some new TV series (network/basic cable ONLY)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recommend-some-new-tv-series-network-basic-cable-only/770663)
**Author:** [@MovieMogul](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MovieMogul)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2016, 12:26am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/recommend-some-new-tv-series-network-basic-cable-only/770663 "2016-11-05T00:26:23Z")
Sept to mid-Oct is always the massive crush time for me at work every year, so any new TV series being promoted is inevitably going to be completely off my radar. It’s only around now that I start catching up on TV seri… --- ## [QI N Series, now hosted by Sandi Toksvig](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/qi-n-series-now-hosted-by-sandi-toksvig/769724)
**Author:** [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2016, 12:09am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/qi-n-series-now-hosted-by-sandi-toksvig/769724 "2016-11-05T00:09:27Z")
If you haven’t seen it, I have great news. She’s terrific and a great successor to Stephen Fry, who I would gladly welcome back if he chose to return. She was fun, funny, interacted great with the guests, and did a grea… --- ## [The SDMB 2016 Gardening Thread](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-sdmb-2016-gardening-thread/742126)
**Author:** [@Eva\_Luna](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Eva_Luna)\ **Replies:** 96\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2016, 10:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-sdmb-2016-gardening-thread/742126 "2016-11-04T22:43:19Z")
Just ordered my seeds for this year. Yes, I realize this list is insane, but no squashes or broccoli or cauliflower this time, and I vow to thin early and often! Fingers crossed that my big, dumb, muscly cat Boris does… --- ## [Ideas for meat sandwich spreads?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ideas-for-meat-sandwich-spreads/770453)
**Author:** [@teela\_brown](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/teela_brown)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2016, 9:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ideas-for-meat-sandwich-spreads/770453 "2016-11-04T21:07:40Z")
After a hiatus, I’m ready to start bringing sandwiches for lunch in to work again. I had gotten sick of them and was resorting to frozen entrees or going out at lunch. Now I want to pack sandwiches again but there’s a … --- ## [Help me identify this Cinema Paradiso film clip song, please](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-identify-this-cinema-paradiso-film-clip-song-please/330007)
**Author:** [@max\_yasgur](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/max_yasgur)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2016, 7:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-identify-this-cinema-paradiso-film-clip-song-please/330007 "2016-11-04T19:29:04Z")
Help me identify this Cinema Paradiso film clip song, please I recently saw Nuovo Cinema Paradiso. I still love the first and shorter version though. Question is, they featured this one film clip with a Carmen Miranda-t… --- ## [Written words you mispronounced until hearing them](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/written-words-you-mispronounced-until-hearing-them/770395)
**Author:** [@magnusblitz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/magnusblitz)\ **Replies:** 150\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2016, 4:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/written-words-you-mispronounced-until-hearing-them/770395 "2016-11-04T16:57:52Z")
(Mods, please move to IMHO or MPSIMS if better suited for there) If you’re like me, your vocabulary expanded through reading rather than listening. And if you’re like me, a lot of times you were unable to pick up the pr… --- ## [Justice League and Wonder Woman both look good!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/justice-league-and-wonder-woman-both-look-good/760709)
**Author:** [@Quimby](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quimby)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2016, 4:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/justice-league-and-wonder-woman-both-look-good/760709 "2016-11-04T16:21:35Z")
Comic Con this weekend released the first trailer for Wonder Woman and footage of Justice League (not technically a trailer). Wow they are doing a great job on both. WW seems pretty bad ass with good action and JL looks… --- ## [Hole in the Wall resturant](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hole-in-the-wall-resturant/770394)
**Author:** [@janis\_and\_c0](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/janis_and_c0)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2016, 3:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hole-in-the-wall-resturant/770394 "2016-11-04T15:48:50Z")
I ate the best steak sandwich\* of my life today… at a little Cuban place that had bars on the windows, smelled like my Mother’s basement, and had an exposed hot water heater in the dining room… ( I should note the place… --- ## [Indiana Jones / Han Solo as misogynistic characters?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/indiana-jones-han-solo-as-misogynistic-characters/769717)
**Author:** [@Atomic\_Alex](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Atomic_Alex)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2016, 2:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/indiana-jones-han-solo-as-misogynistic-characters/769717 "2016-11-04T14:02:40Z")
There is something of a side-conversation in this thread on whether or not the above Harrison Ford characters are or are not misogynistic: I was a bit surprised at the suggestion but on thinking about it I can see how… --- ## [Marilyn Monroe nude in Playboy](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/marilyn-monroe-nude-in-playboy/770444)
**Author:** [@CookingWithGas](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CookingWithGas)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2016, 8:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/marilyn-monroe-nude-in-playboy/770444 "2016-11-04T08:13:30Z")
Marilyn Monroe appeared nude as the first Playboy centerfold in the mid-1950s, after her career as an actress was firmly established. Why did she take this step towards such sensational exposure? Certainly this centerfo… --- ## [Have you been to the allmusic website recently?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-been-to-the-allmusic-website-recently/770416)
**Author:** [@Mean\_Mr.Mustard](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mean_Mr.Mustard)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2016, 6:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-been-to-the-allmusic-website-recently/770416 "2016-11-04T06:05:35Z")
I don’t know if this is old news, but I’ve just discovered that allmusic.com is apparently struggling and looking for ways to generate income. If you want to use the site, the homepage gives you three options: \[ul\] \[li… --- ## [Metropolis (the movie) and child porn](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/metropolis-the-movie-and-child-porn/770510)
**Author:** [@RivkahChaya](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RivkahChaya)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2016, 5:39am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/metropolis-the-movie-and-child-porn/770510 "2016-11-04T05:39:24Z")
This is the false Maria’s “Whore of Babylon” dance scene from\* Metropolis\*. I’ve probably seen this move a dozen times, including several times on the screen, once when I was only 11. It’s been on my top 10 list since I… --- ## [The shed in which David McCullough does his writing](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-shed-in-which-david-mccullough-does-his-writing/770532)
**Author:** [@Elendil\_s\_Heir](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Elendil_s_Heir)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2016, 4:14am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-shed-in-which-david-mccullough-does-his-writing/770532 "2016-11-04T04:14:19Z")
http://www.philipvickersfithian.com/2012/02/david-mcculloughs-writing-shed.html http://old.post-gazette.com/books/20011230mccullough1230fnp2.asp A good man, a talented historian and a tiny little writing space! --- ## [Penny Dreadful & Alan Moore](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/penny-dreadful-alan-moore/688132)
**Author:** [@Slade](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Slade)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2016, 4:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/penny-dreadful-alan-moore/688132 "2016-11-04T04:13:08Z")
“Logan’s conceit is to create a 'demi-monde’, poised between the real and supernatural in 1891 London, and to juxtapose the fictional people he has created with what he calls 'literary monsters’ – including Dr. Victor Fr… --- ## [TV Shows that were quickly canceled in US but made popular abroad?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tv-shows-that-were-quickly-canceled-in-us-but-made-popular-abroad/770369)
**Author:** [@amaguri](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/amaguri)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2016, 4:08am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tv-shows-that-were-quickly-canceled-in-us-but-made-popular-abroad/770369 "2016-11-04T04:08:25Z")
There are quite a few examples of the US remaking foreign sitcoms (and often failing in the first season.) Are there any recent examples of shows that didn’t last in the US, but were remade abroad to much popularity? --- ## [Herzog's latest documentary on Netflix: "Into The Inferno"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/herzogs-latest-documentary-on-netflix-into-the-inferno/770582)
**Author:** [@blondebear](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/blondebear)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2016, 2:58am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/herzogs-latest-documentary-on-netflix-into-the-inferno/770582 "2016-11-04T02:58:59Z")
I’m a big fan of Herzog, whether it’s Aguirre, a documentary, or a guest spot on The Simpsons. His latest just popped up on Netflix and I really enjoyed it. Trailer here This time out Werner offers his observations abo… --- ## [Why are German restaurants not more popular in the US?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-are-german-restaurants-not-more-popular-in-the-us/770256)
**Author:** [@Cardigan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cardigan)\ **Replies:** 103\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2016, 2:50am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-are-german-restaurants-not-more-popular-in-the-us/770256 "2016-11-04T02:50:00Z")
Any ideas on why ethnic German restaurants never really took hold of the American culinary landscape the way that other ethnic foods/restaurants have – e.g. Thai, Mexican, Italian, middle eastern, Chinese, Japanese, etc.… --- ## [Are TV stations violating SAG rules?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-tv-stations-violating-sag-rules/770556)
**Author:** [@furryman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/furryman)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2016, 12:40am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/are-tv-stations-violating-sag-rules/770556 "2016-11-04T00:40:41Z")
I’ve noticed recently that in several cartoon shows that have famous actor cameo voices the credits are cut due to time. Doesn’t this violate SAG rules or some other rules? BTW I’m not sure who was in the last Treehouse… --- ## [Have You Ever Seen the Rain Great new version](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-ever-seen-the-rain-great-new-version/770500)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2016, 11:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-ever-seen-the-rain-great-new-version/770500 "2016-11-03T23:36:29Z")
Love CCR’s version Willie Nelson has totally reinterpreted it. Much more reflective and gripping. Same lyrics except Willie sings drumming down on a rainy day. Instead of coming down. You like? Comments… --- ## [Survivor UK, Australia and Israel](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/survivor-uk-australia-and-israel/770565)
**Author:** [@callander](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/callander)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2016, 11:17pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/survivor-uk-australia-and-israel/770565 "2016-11-03T23:17:09Z")
I noted a season 33 survivor thread here. One of the many who started watching from season 1. Oh recently discovered the above mentioned Survivor shows. Are there other countries anyone here watches? … --- ## [Suggestions for books for boys?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/suggestions-for-books-for-boys/770412)
**Author:** [@Rick\_Kitchen](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rick_Kitchen)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2016, 10:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/suggestions-for-books-for-boys/770412 "2016-11-03T22:41:30Z")
I always give my nieces and nephews books for Christmas, but I’m sort of at a loss about what to give them this year. 5 little boys, ages 11, 6, 6, 3, and a newborn. Suggestions, please? --- ## [The Walking Dead; 7.02 "The Well" (open spoilers)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-walking-dead-7-02-the-well-open-spoilers/770144)
**Author:** [@alphaboi867](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/alphaboi867)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2016, 7:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-walking-dead-7-02-the-well-open-spoilers/770144 "2016-11-03T19:33:59Z")
\[QUOTE=AMC\] For a number of familiar faces, a new, well-established community seems too good to be true. \[/QUOTE\] So at least some of the gang find yet another community that seems too good to be true. A lot of those… --- ## [Cake shop!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cake-shop/770240)
**Author:** [@jessica211](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jessica211)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2016, 5:56am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cake-shop/770240 "2016-11-03T05:56:32Z")
Hey all, Well, I’m going to start a new cake shop. It’s my first experience in the business field. It’s been about 1 year that my husband is compelling me to start a cake shop , as I was good at making cakes. I love to … --- ## [Looking for recommendations for potato chip alternatives.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looking-for-recommendations-for-potato-chip-alternatives/770411)
**Author:** [@FlikTheBlue](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FlikTheBlue)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2016, 2:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looking-for-recommendations-for-potato-chip-alternatives/770411 "2016-11-03T02:23:06Z")
I’m looking for alternatives for potato chips that would be healthy and crispy. I’m looking for something treat is lower carb than potato, so not corn, rice, or wheat. I’m open to making them at home, so homemade or stor… --- ## [Scary-looking aliens who can't stomach Earth food](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scary-looking-aliens-who-cant-stomach-earth-food/770399)
**Author:** [@Johnny\_L.A](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Johnny_L.A)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2016, 12:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scary-looking-aliens-who-cant-stomach-earth-food/770399 "2016-11-03T00:12:29Z")
Scary-looking aliens who eat foods the viewing audience would find disgusting appear quite a bit in Science Fiction. Klingons, for example, eat gagh (live serpent worms), racht (live worms), and Rokeg blood pie. Scary … [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/cafe-society/15.md?page=810) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/cafe-society/15.md?page=812)