# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1682 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1683 --- ## [Any Offtopic.com posters here?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-offtopic-com-posters-here/593408)
**Author:** [@Little\_Nemo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Little_Nemo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2011, 4:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/any-offtopic-com-posters-here/593408 "2011-08-20T16:07:45Z")
I heard about the Offtopic.com board and thought I would check it out. But it’s apparently not browsing friendly. You can’t just look around and see what people are posting. It appears you have to register in order to e… --- ## [Audio Engineers: Starting In Voice Over Work](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/audio-engineers-starting-in-voice-over-work/593386)
**Author:** [@MindsEye\_Watering](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MindsEye_Watering)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2011, 2:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/audio-engineers-starting-in-voice-over-work/593386 "2011-08-20T14:47:14Z")
My cousin has called me and asked my advice about simple recording equipment. She wants to try her hand at VO work. I used to be a reinforcement and recording engineer, but that was a long time ago and my opinion is prob… --- ## [Let's list often confused terms](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/lets-list-often-confused-terms/592762)
**Author:** [@jackdavinci](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jackdavinci)\ **Replies:** 85\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2011, 2:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/lets-list-often-confused-terms/592762 "2011-08-20T14:04:10Z")
Let’s list often confused terms. Terms that are spelled or sound the same, and are for that reason inadvertently confused. Mine: organic. Yeah… the CHEMICAL term means it has carbon in it’s molecules. But the agricult… --- ## [Etiquette Question](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/etiquette-question/593346)
**Author:** [@PeskiPiksi](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PeskiPiksi)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2011, 1:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/etiquette-question/593346 "2011-08-20T13:52:41Z")
We received an invitation in the mail today, and I’m not sure technically who all is invited. It’s a 40th wedding anniversary luncheon for a couple who are like my second parents–I’ve known them my entire life, they’re … --- ## [Non-Americans: When I hear "The Civil War"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/non-americans-when-i-hear-the-civil-war/593113)
**Author:** [@installLSC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/installLSC)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2011, 11:35am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/non-americans-when-i-hear-the-civil-war/593113 "2011-08-20T11:35:15Z")
…you think of this conflict. (I took out American Dopers because I assume they’ll 100% choose the American Civil War.) List where you live if you leave a message. --- ## [Million Dollar Hypothetical - you're young and rich and unattached, so now what?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/million-dollar-hypothetical-youre-young-and-rich-and-unattached-so-now-what/593320)
**Author:** [@The\_Controvert](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/The_Controvert)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2011, 6:19am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/million-dollar-hypothetical-youre-young-and-rich-and-unattached-so-now-what/593320 "2011-08-20T06:19:01Z")
Unbeknownst to the original you, a new copy of your mind (with all your current values and experiences) is put into a random new version of you in your 20’s (young and healthy) in a random location that is populated and … --- ## [Is covering one's head for a funeral a religious thing?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-covering-ones-head-for-a-funeral-a-religious-thing/593133)
**Author:** [@SecondJudith](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SecondJudith)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2011, 4:29am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-covering-ones-head-for-a-funeral-a-religious-thing/593133 "2011-08-20T04:29:48Z")
I am attending a funeral for a secular humanist friend later today. As I was getting ready this morning I asked my husband to pass me the small black cloche I bought for a (religious) friend’s father’s funeral last year,… --- ## [Rock, paper, or scissors?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rock-paper-or-scissors/593045)
**Author:** [@Gedd](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Gedd)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2011, 4:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rock-paper-or-scissors/593045 "2011-08-20T04:13:12Z")
You are playing against an unknown opponent. What do you open with? --- ## [Help me please \[learn English\].](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-please-learn-english/592136)
**Author:** [@dollyy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dollyy)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2011, 4:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-please-learn-english/592136 "2011-08-20T04:05:25Z")
I am new member of this community…please help me out to learn an English fast…It ll be big favor for me…thanks… --- ## [Ever secretly enjoy listening to crazy people?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ever-secretly-enjoy-listening-to-crazy-people/593019)
**Author:** [@Koxinga](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Koxinga)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2011, 2:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ever-secretly-enjoy-listening-to-crazy-people/593019 "2011-08-20T02:13:40Z")
The thread by JFK’s long lost daughter reminded me of times when I was doing an all-night bout of studying at the 24-hour hamburger joint across from the university, and the only other people there were probably homeless… --- ## [Everything about Kindle](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/everything-about-kindle/591385)
**Author:** [@LouisB](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/LouisB)\ **Replies:** 87\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2011, 1:57am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/everything-about-kindle/591385 "2011-08-20T01:57:23Z")
I know absolutely nothing at all about Kindle. Especially Kindle + this or Kindle + that, etc. I don’t even know if Kindle is what I might be interested in. I think I might be interested in a Kindle exclusively for read… --- ## [Men: would you carry a purse- like bag if you had stuff you needed to carry?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/men-would-you-carry-a-purse-like-bag-if-you-had-stuff-you-needed-to-carry/592629)
**Author:** [@Lancia](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lancia)\ **Replies:** 69\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2011, 1:49am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/men-would-you-carry-a-purse-like-bag-if-you-had-stuff-you-needed-to-carry/592629 "2011-08-20T01:49:04Z")
For the sake of argument let’s say you do not use a PDA or other electric organizer. In your day-to-day work you have, at minimum a daily planner you need to carry with you. Maybe a Filofax. Your job involves you traveli… --- ## [Poll: Filthier public restroom, Mens or Ladies room?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/poll-filthier-public-restroom-mens-or-ladies-room/593315)
**Author:** [@The\_Controvert](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/The_Controvert)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2011, 1:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/poll-filthier-public-restroom-mens-or-ladies-room/593315 "2011-08-20T01:13:44Z")
When this topic comes up on Regis and Kelly, Kelly Ripa will invariably claim the Ladies room is dirtier and (with a knowing nod) girls are dirty, dirty folk behind closed doors. But Adam Carolla regales his podcast lis… --- ## [American Internet Courtesy](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/american-internet-courtesy/593391)
**Author:** [@Ken001](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ken001)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2011, 12:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/american-internet-courtesy/593391 "2011-08-20T00:51:38Z")
I have been a member of various internet boards and fora over the past ten years and it has been an enriching experience. I simply want to say that American boards stand out for courtesy and good behaviour. Even harsh c… --- ## [Tell Me About The NASW BSW Exam (new one)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-the-nasw-bsw-exam-new-one/592977)
**Author:** [@SparkleLilly](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SparkleLilly)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2011, 11:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-the-nasw-bsw-exam-new-one/592977 "2011-08-19T23:25:33Z")
Thanks to some epic State contracting, I am now required to get a social work license to maintain my job. I already have a graduate-level degree and license, but in the field of psychology. Apparently, the State has deci… --- ## [How do you use/interpret "I got sick to my stomach"?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-you-use-interpret-i-got-sick-to-my-stomach/593318)
**Author:** [@RTFirefly](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RTFirefly)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2011, 10:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-you-use-interpret-i-got-sick-to-my-stomach/593318 "2011-08-19T22:57:48Z")
For most of my life, the phrase “I got sick to my stomach” has meant, “I threw up.” Similarly, “I think I’m going to be sick to my stomach” has meant, “I think I may upchuck,” etc. My wife uses it to mean any severe di… --- ## [Guys: How long did you date your girlfriend before marrying her?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/guys-how-long-did-you-date-your-girlfriend-before-marrying-her/593222)
**Author:** [@OneMissedPost](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/OneMissedPost)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2011, 10:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/guys-how-long-did-you-date-your-girlfriend-before-marrying-her/593222 "2011-08-19T22:24:51Z")
Just curious, how long did you date your girlfriend before marrying her? --- ## [Facebook "Show your support by re-posting this as your status..". Why do I hate it so?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/facebook-show-your-support-by-re-posting-this-as-your-status-why-do-i-hate-it-so/592769)
**Author:** [@KellyCriterion](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/KellyCriterion)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2011, 10:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/facebook-show-your-support-by-re-posting-this-as-your-status-why-do-i-hate-it-so/592769 "2011-08-19T22:21:17Z")
One thing that I refuse to partake in on Facebook are those “chain” messages that people post on their Facebook page, saying things like “show your support for those affected by the floods… re-post this status”. Ostensi… --- ## [Baddest of the bad: The worst Popes.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/baddest-of-the-bad-the-worst-popes/593356)
**Author:** [@Mr.Kobayashi](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mr.Kobayashi)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2011, 10:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/baddest-of-the-bad-the-worst-popes/593356 "2011-08-19T22:18:25Z")
Taking the list from the 1969 book The Bad Popes and adding a few other choices. Pope Stephen VI (896-897): Mutilated the corpse of his predecessor, Pope Formosus. Pope Sergius III (904-911): Ordered murders, his papac… --- ## [Have you contacted your elected official?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-contacted-your-elected-official/593033)
**Author:** [@Omega\_Glory](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Omega_Glory)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2011, 9:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-contacted-your-elected-official/593033 "2011-08-19T21:52:16Z")
Congressperson, MP, etc. --- ## [Unauthorized pending debit transaction just disappeared. Fraud preparation? (need answer today)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/unauthorized-pending-debit-transaction-just-disappeared-fraud-preparation-need-answer-today/593182)
**Author:** [@Rachellelogram](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rachellelogram)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2011, 9:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/unauthorized-pending-debit-transaction-just-disappeared-fraud-preparation-need-answer-today/593182 "2011-08-19T21:34:28Z")
I had a weird pending withdrawal show up on my Chase Visa debit card statement almost a week ago, in the amount of 76 cents. It caught my attention because I’ve been closely monitoring my spending lately and it didn’t ma… --- ## [Craziest major-party Presidential nominees in US history?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/craziest-major-party-presidential-nominees-in-us-history/592821)
**Author:** [@cjepson](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/cjepson)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2011, 9:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/craziest-major-party-presidential-nominees-in-us-history/592821 "2011-08-19T21:22:53Z")
I’m hoping that this thread won’t get derailed by partisan sniping, but… I was just thinking it would be interesting to hear about whether anyone really wacky has ever won one of the major parties’ nomination for Preside… --- ## [Do you have a "Spinster Aunt"?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-have-a-spinster-aunt/593051)
**Author:** [@robert\_columbia](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/robert_columbia)\ **Replies:** 73\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2011, 9:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-have-a-spinster-aunt/593051 "2011-08-19T21:06:49Z")
There’s a family archetype of the “spinster aunt” - that somewhat oddball sis of one of your parents who never dated much, prefers to live alone with her cats and knit more quilts, and is rumored to not exactly play for … --- ## [Seeking opinions re: new printer for the office](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/seeking-opinions-re-new-printer-for-the-office/593076)
**Author:** [@Carol\_the\_Impaler](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Carol_the_Impaler)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2011, 8:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/seeking-opinions-re-new-printer-for-the-office/593076 "2011-08-19T20:24:22Z")
I have been tasked with getting a new printer/copier/scanner for the office. Right now we have a Toshiba e-Studio that is The Suck. I’ve researched our options and believe I have an answer, but I’m not an IT profession… --- ## [Tell me about living in Las Vegas](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-living-in-las-vegas/592996)
**Author:** [@Zebra](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Zebra)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2011, 7:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-living-in-las-vegas/592996 "2011-08-19T19:58:35Z")
Is it possible to get a job there? How expensive is housing? 1 Bed apt in a safe area. How expensive is your electric bill in the summer? I’m probably moving there in a few weeks. I need to hear some good things. --- ## [Dark Thoughts: What to do with all the bodies?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dark-thoughts-what-to-do-with-all-the-bodies/593240)
**Author:** [@Foggy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Foggy)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2011, 7:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dark-thoughts-what-to-do-with-all-the-bodies/593240 "2011-08-19T19:45:13Z")
Disclaimer: Some people have always felt that “other’ people should be eliminated for the betterment of society. Who these other people are have varied throughout history. I DO NOT support or approve of this idea in any … --- ## [How to deal with loud, dumb, ignorant, and common sense challenged kids?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-deal-with-loud-dumb-ignorant-and-common-sense-challenged-kids/593276)
**Author:** [@intuitive](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/intuitive)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2011, 7:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-deal-with-loud-dumb-ignorant-and-common-sense-challenged-kids/593276 "2011-08-19T19:37:58Z")
Hi there, Currently I live in an apartment with my baby and my husband, ever since we moved here there’s always a lot of idiot mexican kids running around and shouting like no one else lives here, banging on people’s wa… --- ## [How do you watch Netflix - style, not hardware](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-you-watch-netflix-style-not-hardware/592962)
**Author:** [@Tastes\_of\_Chocolate](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tastes_of_Chocolate)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2011, 5:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-you-watch-netflix-style-not-hardware/592962 "2011-08-19T17:29:09Z")
I often hear people, both here and elsewhere, complain about a limited selection available at Netflix. This always boggles me. I could easily come up with hundreds of hours of either watch it now or mailed DVDs that I co… --- ## [Best bang for the speed buck in a Mac Pro used?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-bang-for-the-speed-buck-in-a-mac-pro-used/593291)
**Author:** [@Stoid](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Stoid)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2011, 5:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-bang-for-the-speed-buck-in-a-mac-pro-used/593291 "2011-08-19T17:02:41Z")
So I’m looking at upgrading without going new. I currently have a Mac Pro Quad Core 2.66 with 9 gigs of ram and 4 maxed hard drives running Snow Leopard: http://www.everymac.com/systems/apple/m … specs.html And it’s d… --- ## [The Prophecy of Peter Deunov](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-prophecy-of-peter-deunov/593303)
**Author:** [@Simple\_Mind](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Simple_Mind)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2011, 3:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-prophecy-of-peter-deunov/593303 "2011-08-19T15:57:13Z")
The Prophecy of Peter Deunov, he was a Bulgarian Philosopher that lived from 1864-1944 and he made a few days before his death this Prophecy:http://concen.org/forum/showthread.php?tid=42131&pid=227067#pid227067 Who was … [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1681) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1683)