# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=272 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 273 --- ## [Is this gross? Possibly a health code violation?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-this-gross-possibly-a-health-code-violation/933229)
**Author:** [@msmith537](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/msmith537)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2021, 8:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-this-gross-possibly-a-health-code-violation/933229 "2021-02-19T20:49:32Z")
So I went to the coffee shop in my building today and ordered a drink (hot apple cider). I get home and realize they gave me the wrong drink. I go back to the shop where they had also realized their mistake and had my … --- ## [Can I stop my monitor from getting all dark?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-i-stop-my-monitor-from-getting-all-dark/933277)
**Author:** [@Roderick\_Femm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Roderick_Femm)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2021, 8:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-i-stop-my-monitor-from-getting-all-dark/933277 "2021-02-19T20:29:29Z")
I have a laptop but I use it only as a CPU. I have separate keyboard, mouse and monitor. The HP laptop is about 3-4 years old, the monitor is a Samsung 23" that is a couple of years older. It is connected to the laptop v… --- ## [The electric car future - problems](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-electric-car-future-problems/846963)
**Author:** [@kanicbird](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kanicbird)\ **Replies:** 101\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2021, 5:35am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-electric-car-future-problems/846963 "2021-02-19T05:35:10Z")
Watching some youtube vids about taking a road trip with a Tesla or whatever I see some issues. First is it appears that one will have to make a lot more stops, for much longer then in a IC car. This will lead to snack… --- ## [Rolling Blackouts - Why Not Shut Down Industry](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rolling-blackouts-why-not-shut-down-industry/932988)
**Author:** [@ishamael69](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ishamael69)\ **Replies:** 100\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2021, 6:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rolling-blackouts-why-not-shut-down-industry/932988 "2021-02-18T18:36:26Z")
So we are about to have rolling blackouts across Oklahoma due to the power demand from the winter storm. They are already doing them in Texas. At the same time, there are manufacturing facilities and data centers that … --- ## [Another Lethal injection question](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/another-lethal-injection-question/921254)
**Author:** [@carnivorousplant](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/carnivorousplant)\ **Replies:** 128\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2021, 2:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/another-lethal-injection-question/921254 "2021-02-18T14:04:36Z")
A story on NPR pointed out that many people executed by lethal injection may suffer, violating the “cruel and unusual punishment” forbidden by the US Constitution. There is seemingly a problem with the combinations of c… --- ## [Pesticides/Parkinson's Disease lawsuit: is it legit?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pesticides-parkinsons-disease-lawsuit-is-it-legit/932975)
**Author:** [@AskNott](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/AskNott)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2021, 11:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pesticides-parkinsons-disease-lawsuit-is-it-legit/932975 "2021-02-17T23:57:47Z")
A little over a year ago, I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. I’ve been seeing ads on Facebook about a class action suit based on the premise that PD can be caused by Paraquat and other chemicals. Is this a legitim… --- ## [Google threatens to leave Australia](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/google-threatens-to-leave-australia/931386)
**Author:** [@penultima\_thule](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/penultima_thule)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2021, 10:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/google-threatens-to-leave-australia/931386 "2021-02-17T22:56:28Z")
One of the inherent burdens of being a 2nd tier power is you cop lots of surrogate turf wars between the big boys on these shores so as they can nut out the issue without disruption in their big markets. Oft times Big B… --- ## [Technology items you never thought you'd want/need, until you used them](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/technology-items-you-never-thought-youd-want-need-until-you-used-them/932062)
**Author:** [@Hampshire](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hampshire)\ **Replies:** 113\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2021, 2:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/technology-items-you-never-thought-youd-want-need-until-you-used-them/932062 "2021-02-17T14:56:47Z")
Plenty of stuff in the consumer electronics market out there that makes you think “What would I ever use that for? No thanks.” Then you somehow come in possession of it and it becomes the most useful thing in the world. … --- ## [The Ham Radio thread](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-ham-radio-thread/932707)
**Author:** [@Lamoral](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lamoral)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2021, 4:15am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-ham-radio-thread/932707 "2021-02-17T04:15:12Z")
I’m about midway through the study guide for my entry-level (“technician”) ham radio license. Numerous people have asked me, “why?” I’m 34 years old, I’ve lived my entire life in the digital age, and I did not grow up ar… --- ## [Thermal imaging app for smart phones](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thermal-imaging-app-for-smart-phones/932932)
**Author:** [@mixdenny](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mixdenny)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2021, 3:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/thermal-imaging-app-for-smart-phones/932932 "2021-02-17T03:45:24Z")
I was watching Finding Bigfoot. I’ll let that sink in for awhile. Anyway on one night session one seeker had proper thermal imaging binoculars while the other had an app on a smart phone. This has got to be the coolest t… --- ## [When to replace furnace/AC?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/when-to-replace-furnace-ac/933067)
**Author:** [@Dinsdale](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dinsdale)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2021, 2:58am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/when-to-replace-furnace-ac/933067 "2021-02-17T02:58:12Z")
We were discussing potential upcoming expenses, and my wife suggested possibly needing to replace our AC and maybe furnace. They both seem to still work, tho they make a little noise when turning on/off and when running… --- ## [Toronto Dopers - Jewelry Store that will Deliver by Friday](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/toronto-dopers-jewelry-store-that-will-deliver-by-friday/933036)
**Author:** [@Jackknifed\_Juggernaut](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jackknifed_Juggernaut)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2021, 9:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/toronto-dopers-jewelry-store-that-will-deliver-by-friday/933036 "2021-02-16T21:40:58Z")
Hi friends- Google is becoming more and more useless, so looking for a store in Toronto that will be able to deliver an item by next weekend. Obviously one that offers nice prices, deals, etc, would be preferred. Looki… --- ## [The horned Q-shaman -- what religion?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-horned-q-shaman-what-religion/932790)
**Author:** [@gytalf2000](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/gytalf2000)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2021, 7:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-horned-q-shaman-what-religion/932790 "2021-02-16T19:41:42Z")
I was just wondering about the weird horned “Q-shaman” – what religion does he belong to? You don’t usually associate the word “shaman” with Christianity. But most of the “Q-crowd” seem to be conservative Christians. So,… --- ## [Is the word "computer" declining in general usage?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-the-word-computer-declining-in-general-usage/932989)
**Author:** [@Schnitte](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Schnitte)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2021, 7:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-the-word-computer-declining-in-general-usage/932989 "2021-02-16T19:39:26Z")
Maybe it’s just a subjective perception of mine (plus I live in a non-English-speaking country, so my perspective might be even more biased), but I seem to observe a trend of declining usage of the word “computer” in gen… --- ## [How would these bandsaws compare?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-would-these-bandsaws-compare/932789)
**Author:** [@Napier](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Napier)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2021, 4:27pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-would-these-bandsaws-compare/932789 "2021-02-16T16:27:51Z")
Option 1 is new for $136: Option 2 is used, the exact same model as advertised here on eBay (though not this particular unit): https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Craftsman-10-034-Bandsaw-1-3-H-P-/184627082042?item=18462… --- ## [Describe the underwear you're wearing right now](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/describe-the-underwear-youre-wearing-right-now/313234)
**Author:** [@Idle\_Thoughts](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Idle_Thoughts)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2021, 12:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/describe-the-underwear-youre-wearing-right-now/313234 "2021-02-16T12:50:12Z")
Mine are boxers (I won’t wear briefs). They are dark red (like the color of roses) and have these spiral like circle things all over it. They’re pretty nice. They don’t ride up the crotch or anything like that. … --- ## [Things that should cost more than they do](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/things-that-should-cost-more-than-they-do/931090)
**Author:** [@Jackknifed\_Juggernaut](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jackknifed_Juggernaut)\ **Replies:** 128\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2021, 8:04am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/things-that-should-cost-more-than-they-do/931090 "2021-02-16T08:04:05Z")
Aluminum foil- So they’re able to take a solid metal, convert it to a thin consistent sheet and package it for use… and sell it for $9.99? Seems like it should cost more. Any others? --- ## [Do you get the opposite of nostalgia with stuff you liked as a kid?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-get-the-opposite-of-nostalgia-with-stuff-you-liked-as-a-kid/930769)
**Author:** [@MichaelEmouse](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MichaelEmouse)\ **Replies:** 73\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2021, 7:01am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-get-the-opposite-of-nostalgia-with-stuff-you-liked-as-a-kid/930769 "2021-02-16T07:01:49Z")
I’ve been reading comic books, watching kids’ TV shows and playing NES & SNES games I liked as a kid and I’ve overall been underwhelmed. I tend to enjoy listening to some of the opening themes (like this one: Générique I… --- ## [What's with the Millennial/Zoomer fascination with old crap?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-with-the-millennial-zoomer-fascination-with-old-crap/930344)
**Author:** [@bump](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/bump)\ **Replies:** 212\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2021, 9:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-with-the-millennial-zoomer-fascination-with-old-crap/930344 "2021-02-15T21:04:28Z")
So in this thread, we go into a lot of depth about old abandoned formats of various sorts making comebacks. Vinyl records, photographic film, etc… Apparently something like 60% of photographic film users have started … --- ## [Has anyone filed taxes using IRS freefile fillable forms?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/has-anyone-filed-taxes-using-irs-freefile-fillable-forms/931716)
**Author:** [@Bonum\_Legatum](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bonum_Legatum)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2021, 11:55am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/has-anyone-filed-taxes-using-irs-freefile-fillable-forms/931716 "2021-02-15T11:55:03Z")
Free File Fillable Forms are a way to e-file federal tax forms: The IRS site states that the acceptable operating systems are Windows or MAC I can understand why the IRS would not want to get involved with all of the… --- ## [Christmas Cards, should be Christmas Postcards](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/christmas-cards-should-be-christmas-postcards/932880)
**Author:** [@Bonum\_Legatum](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bonum_Legatum)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2021, 10:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/christmas-cards-should-be-christmas-postcards/932880 "2021-02-15T10:24:13Z")
(This thread is NOT about the latest troubles the Postal Service is having. Please start a new topic if you want to discuss that.) Another Christmas is gone and the cards I’ve received go into the recycling bin. Which… --- ## [Do your feet get cold, then hot, then cold, etc. in bed at night? Try this](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-your-feet-get-cold-then-hot-then-cold-etc-in-bed-at-night-try-this/932879)
**Author:** [@ThelmaLou](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ThelmaLou)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2021, 5:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-your-feet-get-cold-then-hot-then-cold-etc-in-bed-at-night-try-this/932879 "2021-02-15T05:21:30Z")
Yeah, you can wear socks to bed and then later when your feet get hot, take them off. But what about when your feet (inevitably) get cold a little while later? You don’t want to have to wake up and put the socks on again… --- ## [How Well Does Generic Viagra etc Work?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-well-does-generic-viagra-etc-work/932710)
**Author:** [@dropzone](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dropzone)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2021, 5:18am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-well-does-generic-viagra-etc-work/932710 "2021-02-15T05:18:49Z")
I’m 66. Are there any cautions ? --- ## [How can any member of the Senate not see the Capitol insurrection as a deeply personal attack?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-can-any-member-of-the-senate-not-see-the-capitol-insurrection-as-a-deeply-personal-attack/932706)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 76\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2021, 2:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-can-any-member-of-the-senate-not-see-the-capitol-insurrection-as-a-deeply-personal-attack/932706 "2021-02-14T14:52:08Z")
I remember House member Liz Cheney’s emotional comments about Jan 6. She set politics aside and spoke from the heart. Cheney is getting a lot of heat from fellow Republicans for that now. I’ve been watching the recent… --- ## [What one specific drive-thru have you been through the most times in your lifetime?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-one-specific-drive-thru-have-you-been-through-the-most-times-in-your-lifetime/932149)
**Author:** [@Hampshire](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hampshire)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2021, 12:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-one-specific-drive-thru-have-you-been-through-the-most-times-in-your-lifetime/932149 "2021-02-14T12:50:31Z")
Thinking strictly food here what one particular drive-thru have you used the most times in your life and how many times do you estimate that is? It has to be one specific location also so McDonalds in general doesn’t co… --- ## [Fluorescent tubes, is there a 20 watt incandescent equivalent?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fluorescent-tubes-is-there-a-20-watt-incandescent-equivalent/932407)
**Author:** [@saje](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/saje)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2021, 2:47am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/fluorescent-tubes-is-there-a-20-watt-incandescent-equivalent/932407 "2021-02-14T02:47:20Z")
Basically I’m looking for a standard 36" tube but one with a very minimal amount of light, no more than what a 20 or 40 watt incandescent would produce. I have a short hallway that is currently painted yellow, and has t… --- ## [Finance question (parents giving me their house)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/finance-question-parents-giving-me-their-house/932771)
**Author:** [@ZipperJJ](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ZipperJJ)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2021, 2:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/finance-question-parents-giving-me-their-house/932771 "2021-02-14T02:23:24Z")
My parents (69 and 70) said they were considering signing their house over to me. Mom’s in ok health, dad is generally poorly. We get on well, I get on well with my brother. I’m considered to be very honest and good with… --- ## [Career change - working from home doesn't feel right](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/career-change-working-from-home-doesnt-feel-right/932350)
**Author:** [@kwc27](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kwc27)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2021, 5:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/career-change-working-from-home-doesnt-feel-right/932350 "2021-02-13T17:23:22Z")
After ten years as a shift operator and supervisor in various industrial plants I built up enough of a skill-set in a certain utility to get myself a service/sales rep job for that particular utility. My day starts in my… --- ## [Two Gorilla Glue Questions](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/two-gorilla-glue-questions/932809)
**Author:** [@Ynnad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ynnad)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2021, 5:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/two-gorilla-glue-questions/932809 "2021-02-13T17:11:10Z")
Two questions about Gorilla Glue: (1) Has there been a spike in Gorilla Glue sales with all the recent publicity? (2) Do you think Gorilla Glue would work to repair my leather watchband? There is not a lot of surface… --- ## [Tell me about pet cameras](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-pet-cameras/932711)
**Author:** [@Lucas\_Jackson](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lucas_Jackson)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2021, 2:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-pet-cameras/932711 "2021-02-13T14:35:29Z")
I love my cat but frequently I’m away at work so don’t get to see him. I’m thinking of getting a web-type camera but have no idea how they work. Specifically, if I set one up at home, how would I view it? Would I need a … [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=271) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=273)