# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=981 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 982 --- ## [Sony hackers take on a terroristic tone!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sony-hackers-take-on-a-terroristic-tone/707435)
**Author:** [@Omar\_Little](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Omar_Little)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2014, 2:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sony-hackers-take-on-a-terroristic-tone/707435 "2014-12-18T14:58:45Z")
Basically threaten theaters that show Seth Rogen’s movie, The Interview with 9/11 type terror. ETA: I’m guessing Homeland Security steps up their investigation efforts on this now. --- ## [Contact lens poll](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/contact-lens-poll/663373)
**Author:** [@The\_wind\_of\_my\_soul](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/The_wind_of_my_soul)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2014, 9:11am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/contact-lens-poll/663373 "2014-12-18T09:11:36Z")
I’ve worn contact lenses for ten years, and I’ve always found it easier to take the contacts out than put them in. A lot of fellow contact lens wearers seem to think differently. So let’s see what dopers think. --- ## [Future classic cars from the 90s and 00s](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/future-classic-cars-from-the-90s-and-00s/597818)
**Author:** [@fruitbat](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/fruitbat)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2014, 8:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/future-classic-cars-from-the-90s-and-00s/597818 "2014-12-18T08:05:40Z")
I found myself watching one of those strange shows on the Speed channel where they televise live auctions of classic cars. They had cars from the 20’s through about the early 80’s represented. For those who haven’t see… --- ## [What kind of backlash would occur if everyone's identities were revealed?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-kind-of-backlash-would-occur-if-everyones-identities-were-revealed/707314)
**Author:** [@Tuxie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tuxie)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2014, 4:29am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-kind-of-backlash-would-occur-if-everyones-identities-were-revealed/707314 "2014-12-18T04:29:08Z")
Most people here value their anonymity, which makes me wonder if some posters would get in trouble if some people had their real life identity revealed. I know some posters value their privacy for the sake of being priv… --- ## [How commonly is intercourse impeded by vaginal tightness?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-commonly-is-intercourse-impeded-by-vaginal-tightness/707376)
**Author:** [@MichaelEmouse](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MichaelEmouse)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2014, 1:54am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-commonly-is-intercourse-impeded-by-vaginal-tightness/707376 "2014-12-18T01:54:26Z")
So my friend, by which I mean me, had an issue. It was resolved to the benefit of all parties involved. Yet I’d like to know people’s experiences with the following: When both parties are willing, how common is it for a… --- ## [The Future is Now: First operational Naval Laser Weapon](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-future-is-now-first-operational-naval-laser-weapon/707221)
**Author:** [@Chimera](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Chimera)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2014, 1:30am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-future-is-now-first-operational-naval-laser-weapon/707221 "2014-12-18T01:30:09Z")
I mean a real one that works for more than popping balloons. “Klunder said the laser performed so well that the commander of the Ponce is now authorized to use it in defense of the vessel, according to a report from t… --- ## [When will advanced robots become affordable?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/when-will-advanced-robots-become-affordable/707528)
**Author:** [@IMfez](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/IMfez)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2014, 12:55am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/when-will-advanced-robots-become-affordable/707528 "2014-12-18T00:55:45Z")
This question of course assumes that advanced robots will ever become affordable, feel free to disagree. The definition of advanced is also ambiguous. For me it means intelligence mirroring humans in most respects. I co… --- ## [Chickens for Eggs - Anyone Here With Experience?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/chickens-for-eggs-anyone-here-with-experience/681979)
**Author:** [@Broomstick](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Broomstick)\ **Replies:** 69\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2014, 12:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/chickens-for-eggs-anyone-here-with-experience/681979 "2014-12-18T00:51:56Z")
My landlord is considering keeping chickens. Apparently his wife is bitching about the price of eggs (again), and they certainly have the land to acquire some small livestock (28 hectares). Well - anyone here with experi… --- ## [Advice on pearls](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/advice-on-pearls/707061)
**Author:** [@even\_sven](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/even_sven)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2014, 12:03am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/advice-on-pearls/707061 "2014-12-18T00:03:07Z")
Christmas is coming, and I am asking Santa for a pair of pearl earrings. I’m hoping to invest in a very nice pair, with the assumption that I won’t be buying many pairs of pearl earrings in my lifetime. Any advice on wh… --- ## [How long to get over the physical addiction of nicotine? (kind of long)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-long-to-get-over-the-physical-addiction-of-nicotine-kind-of-long/195561)
**Author:** [@Seven](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Seven)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 11:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-long-to-get-over-the-physical-addiction-of-nicotine-kind-of-long/195561 "2014-12-17T23:39:13Z")
I’ve been a smoker for quite some time. About a year ago I decided quiting was someting I should do. I started the mental process of quiting. I started reading about the effects of it, how bad it is for you, doing the m… --- ## [Need advice on going to college or joining the military](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-advice-on-going-to-college-or-joining-the-military/707272)
**Author:** [@cham](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/cham)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 11:27pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-advice-on-going-to-college-or-joining-the-military/707272 "2014-12-17T23:27:29Z")
I’ll be honest, The only reason why I am considering the military is simply for financial reasons. I personally cant stand some people I’ve known that have gone to the military, like my brother who gets shitfaced drunk e… --- ## [The order of comments in other sites](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-order-of-comments-in-other-sites/707503)
**Author:** [@Son\_of\_a\_Rich](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Son_of_a_Rich)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 9:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-order-of-comments-in-other-sites/707503 "2014-12-17T21:20:11Z")
One of my favorite places, Bring a trailer, has their comments newest first. IOW, to read them in order, which I imagine everyone would want to do, you have to scroll to the bottom and read up. Is there an advantage to t… --- ## [What are best and worst parts about getting older](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-best-and-worst-parts-about-getting-older/706913)
**Author:** [@Wesley\_Clark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wesley_Clark)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 8:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-best-and-worst-parts-about-getting-older/706913 "2014-12-17T20:42:50Z")
Boom. As I grow older I get new health problems every decade. 'tis ‘fun’ so far and I can’t wait to see what the next 40 odd years throw at me healthwise. So the health decline is the worst part. Not just your own, but … --- ## [Best emergency alert system for a senior citizen?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-emergency-alert-system-for-a-senior-citizen/634919)
**Author:** [@John\_DiFool](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/John_DiFool)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 8:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-emergency-alert-system-for-a-senior-citizen/634919 "2014-12-17T20:30:11Z")
My mom (79 y/a) is about to have the LifeAlert guy come over tomorrow morning, but would switch to another company if it proved to be better. A visit to the Better Business Bureau revealed 134 complaints about LifeAlert… --- ## [Haven't flown in 10 years - What do I need to know?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/havent-flown-in-10-years-what-do-i-need-to-know/698285)
**Author:** [@ThelmaLou](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ThelmaLou)\ **Replies:** 61\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 7:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/havent-flown-in-10-years-what-do-i-need-to-know/698285 "2014-12-17T19:18:20Z")
What can I say? I’m a homebody. I used to fly a lot for business and pleasure. I remember when flying \*was \*a pleasure and a bit glamorous. I even remember when Southwest was known as “Hot Pants Airlines.” In the few yea… --- ## [Depression Symptoms, Or New Illness Altogether?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/depression-symptoms-or-new-illness-altogether/707398)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 6:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/depression-symptoms-or-new-illness-altogether/707398 "2014-12-17T18:39:38Z")
Standard disclaimers apply: I have an appointment with my doctor, I’m just trying to figure out the right way to broach this subject with her. I’ve been on anti-depressants for 6-7 years now, and for the most part, they… --- ## [Should a 27 year old virgin lose his virginity to an escort?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-a-27-year-old-virgin-lose-his-virginity-to-an-escort/707270)
**Author:** [@TheBuilding](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/TheBuilding)\ **Replies:** 114\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 6:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-a-27-year-old-virgin-lose-his-virginity-to-an-escort/707270 "2014-12-17T18:30:46Z")
I’m 27 year old man and am still a virgin. I’ve kissed anybody either. I would never admit this to a woman I’m dating of course but I fear my inexperience will show when it comes time to kiss/make-out and have sex. For t… --- ## [Colorado Technical University](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/colorado-technical-university/707502)
**Author:** [@boffking](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/boffking)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 6:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/colorado-technical-university/707502 "2014-12-17T18:16:48Z")
Is this place a total scam? I made the mistake of letting a resume writing service give them my contact info. Yes, they asked for permission and I said yes. They have called me several times asking for financial inform… --- ## [Making a wise choice on a complete HVAC system](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/making-a-wise-choice-on-a-complete-hvac-system/707316)
**Author:** [@Razncain](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Razncain)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 5:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/making-a-wise-choice-on-a-complete-hvac-system/707316 "2014-12-17T17:56:53Z")
These are big purchases of which any homeowner is going to have to deal with sooner or later. Got burned on my latest purchase, out over $4,000.00, and it’s only five years old. Brand name on it was Tanner. I’ve had abo… --- ## [What are your hobbies?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-your-hobbies/706606)
**Author:** [@Quasimodal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quasimodal)\ **Replies:** 109\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 5:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-your-hobbies/706606 "2014-12-17T17:26:23Z")
Fairly simple question. Me: Performing music, social-dance, yoga, running / cardio exercise are my most steady consistent hobbies. Health and music are where it’s at for me. How about you? --- ## [How far back in time could you read English?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-far-back-in-time-could-you-read-english/707431)
**Author:** [@Mr.Kobayashi](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mr.Kobayashi)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 5:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-far-back-in-time-could-you-read-english/707431 "2014-12-17T17:12:09Z")
Right, so I’m off back in time again and like that fella with that blue box I fancy taking a companion with me. We’ll be off to various dates in England. However, I need someone who can read and understand the contempora… --- ## [Germophobia vs Politeness - Which Prevails?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/germophobia-vs-politeness-which-prevails/707483)
**Author:** [@Idilia\_Dubb](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Idilia_Dubb)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 5:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/germophobia-vs-politeness-which-prevails/707483 "2014-12-17T17:03:43Z")
Fellow germaphobic Dopers, have you ever been in a situation when your aversion to dirt butted head with your good manners? So I’m at my sister-in-law’s house for lunch. SIL isn’t the best housekeeper in the world. Most… --- ## [What does "fiery end" mean to you, as in "the situation came to a fiery end"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-does-fiery-end-mean-to-you-as-in-the-situation-came-to-a-fiery-end/707311)
**Author:** [@Revtim](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Revtim)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 4:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-does-fiery-end-mean-to-you-as-in-the-situation-came-to-a-fiery-end/707311 "2014-12-17T16:55:39Z")
Just fire involved? Just gunfire involved? Could be any combination of fire and gunfire? Or what? --- ## [Looking for help finding homework help](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looking-for-help-finding-homework-help/707339)
**Author:** [@D.E.S.K.Top668](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/D.E.S.K.Top668)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 3:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looking-for-help-finding-homework-help/707339 "2014-12-17T15:29:19Z")
My 12 year old daughter missed a week of school due to illness. I’m trying to help her with her missed Social Studies homework (The Ottoman Empire) but she’s not allowed to bring her book home and everything I find on Go… --- ## [How much hassle do I HAVE to endure from my pharmacist before I get to bitch?(schedule IIdrugs)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-much-hassle-do-i-have-to-endure-from-my-pharmacist-before-i-get-to-bitch-schedule-iidrugs/706485)
**Author:** [@Stoid](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Stoid)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 2:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-much-hassle-do-i-have-to-endure-from-my-pharmacist-before-i-get-to-bitch-schedule-iidrugs/706485 "2014-12-17T14:19:44Z")
I have adult ADHD. I have been taking stimulant medications for almost 10 years. I take very high doses. I switch back-and-forth between different kinds. I have always had completely legitimate prescriptions from my comp… --- ## [Naked Around the House](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/naked-around-the-house/315339)
**Author:** [@CandidGamera](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CandidGamera)\ **Replies:** 71\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 2:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/naked-around-the-house/315339 "2014-12-17T14:19:15Z")
I was showing a friend of mine around my new place, and she marvelled at the amount of space there, for one person, asking “What do you do, just strip down and run around naked?” Naturally, I replied “You’d like to beli… --- ## [do you tip appliance delivery guys? Need answer quick!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-tip-appliance-delivery-guys-need-answer-quick/707136)
**Author:** [@Labtrash](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Labtrash)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 2:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-tip-appliance-delivery-guys-need-answer-quick/707136 "2014-12-17T14:16:07Z")
They’ll be dropping off and setting up a washer & dryer, and taking away the old ones. Second floor. No idea what would be appropriate here. Suggestions? --- ## [Dog recently gets depressed when I go to work](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dog-recently-gets-depressed-when-i-go-to-work/707287)
**Author:** [@A.James](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/A.James)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 2:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dog-recently-gets-depressed-when-i-go-to-work/707287 "2014-12-17T14:07:24Z")
I have a 7 year old and 5 year old Golden Retriever. I take them everywhere; the store, the bank…all my errands. The only time they’re left alone is when I got out with friends, family events or to work. I have my normal… --- ## [Do Islamic extremists care about "hearts and minds"?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-islamic-extremists-care-about-hearts-and-minds/707416)
**Author:** [@Roderick\_Femm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Roderick_Femm)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 5:40am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-islamic-extremists-care-about-hearts-and-minds/707416 "2014-12-17T05:40:33Z")
Isis slaughters whole villages if they either fight back or don’t immediately convert to their favored sect. The Taliban attack a school and kill dozens of children. All this seems to be routine with these organizations. … --- ## [Who wants to explore the galaxy?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-wants-to-explore-the-galaxy/706674)
**Author:** [@Skald\_the\_Rhymer](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Skald_the_Rhymer)\ **Replies:** 71\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2014, 3:31am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-wants-to-explore-the-galaxy/706674 "2014-12-17T03:31:01Z")
First the short version. Your dear friend Suzie–hypergenius and former Rhymer Enterprises technomage, fired for being insufficiently evil–has built a small starship, ship’s company of thirty-four. She has also located ab… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=980) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=982)