# Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/miscellaneous-and-personal-stuff-i-must-share/10.md?page=792 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 793 --- ## [How Can a Straight or Bi-Curious Man Be Seduced?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-can-a-straight-or-bi-curious-man-be-seduced/38324)
**Author:** [@NetPlay525](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/NetPlay525)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2014, 4:28am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-can-a-straight-or-bi-curious-man-be-seduced/38324 "2014-11-18T04:28:48Z")
This is a somewhat serious question. Almost every one of my gay friends has at one time “scored” with a straight man (probably bi-curious) at some time. They say frat guys and military guys are the easiest (basically you… --- ## [Help a Brother Out, Who Has No Prior Work Experience, Make a Resume](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-a-brother-out-who-has-no-prior-work-experience-make-a-resume/704196)
**Author:** [@EPoch](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/EPoch)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2014, 4:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-a-brother-out-who-has-no-prior-work-experience-make-a-resume/704196 "2014-11-18T04:23:42Z")
Hi there! I’m a 19 year old lad, I don’t know if I can still be called a lad by this age, who has been searching for a job for the last year and a half in order to pay for a university ($53,000 for the whole course) afte… --- ## [ISIS/ISIL executioners and their face concealing head gear...](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/isis-isil-executioners-and-their-face-concealing-head-gear/704894)
**Author:** [@Cold\_Dish](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cold_Dish)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2014, 9:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/isis-isil-executioners-and-their-face-concealing-head-gear/704894 "2014-11-17T21:48:25Z")
Not sure if I’m in the right place but here goes… So ISIS is a group of ‘badasses’. Right? What’s up with wearing head coverings during executions? Seems out of step with the image. --- ## [We can land a spacecraft on a comet, but we can't...](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/we-can-land-a-spacecraft-on-a-comet-but-we-cant/704807)
**Author:** [@Mangosteen](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mangosteen)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2014, 7:17pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/we-can-land-a-spacecraft-on-a-comet-but-we-cant/704807 "2014-11-17T19:17:52Z")
So what can’t we do that would seem easier than landing on a comet? --- ## [VA is giving me an estimated disability claim completion date of May 2016.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/va-is-giving-me-an-estimated-disability-claim-completion-date-of-may-2016/704826)
**Author:** [@Cubsfan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cubsfan)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2014, 5:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/va-is-giving-me-an-estimated-disability-claim-completion-date-of-may-2016/704826 "2014-11-17T17:34:08Z")
Just retired from the AF in August. Standard part of the process is filing for disability for any service related permanent damages sustained. Filed my paperwork in September. Just checked the status on it and the “proj… --- ## [In the mood for a laff](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-the-mood-for-a-laff/704772)
**Author:** [@Not\_Carlson](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Not_Carlson)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2014, 4:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-the-mood-for-a-laff/704772 "2014-11-17T16:54:15Z")
I came across this fairly recently and thought it a joy worth sharing. It brought a smile to my face and tears to my eyes. Warning: Contains strong language, explicit sexual humor, racial humor, blasphemy and wit. C… --- ## [Hankies out, folks: a video to restore your faith in humanity](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hankies-out-folks-a-video-to-restore-your-faith-in-humanity/704860)
**Author:** [@Quartz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quartz)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2014, 4:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hankies-out-folks-a-video-to-restore-your-faith-in-humanity/704860 "2014-11-17T16:45:11Z")
A compilation of animal rescues --- ## [My computer is all wonky. WTF?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-computer-is-all-wonky-wtf/704774)
**Author:** [@Ravenman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ravenman)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2014, 3:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-computer-is-all-wonky-wtf/704774 "2014-11-17T15:11:16Z")
I built a new computer about two months ago. I got all new parts except for the power supply, which I’ve had for probably five years or so, and upgraded to Windows 8.1. (I’m happy to post the specs on the hardware if th… --- ## [Car Headlights who needs them?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/car-headlights-who-needs-them/701467)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2014, 2:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/car-headlights-who-needs-them/701467 "2014-11-17T14:42:34Z")
Fell for the oldest trick in the book. Grocery store parking lot lit up like a super nova. I piled the groceries into my van and took off. Didn’t even think about it being night time. The roads are all brightly lit. … --- ## [I Decided To Start This Week's MMP](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-decided-to-start-this-weeks-mmp/704229)
**Author:** [@swampbear](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/swampbear)\ **Replies:** 254\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2014, 11:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-decided-to-start-this-weeks-mmp/704229 "2014-11-17T11:05:36Z")
Nice of me ain’t it! :smiley: I don’t have a theme. I have only just started to caffienate so don’t expect witty, urbane, couth, kempt, or sheveled. Just hijack away as usual. Good Mornin’ Y’all! Up and caffienatin’. YA… --- ## [Explain how this works: Opiates for treatment of depression](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/explain-how-this-works-opiates-for-treatment-of-depression/704781)
**Author:** [@Wesley\_Clark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wesley_Clark)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2014, 8:14am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/explain-how-this-works-opiates-for-treatment-of-depression/704781 "2014-11-17T08:14:13Z")
I was looking around and saw there is some research showing opiates are effective for treatment resistant depression. ALKS-5461 is a mix of an opiate agonists and antagonists. I get the impression the drug combo is … --- ## [Do you know what the word nonplussed means?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-know-what-the-word-nonplussed-means/584977)
**Author:** [@NAF1138](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/NAF1138)\ **Replies:** 73\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2014, 7:08am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-know-what-the-word-nonplussed-means/584977 "2014-11-17T07:08:39Z")
Poll coming. Edit: maybe not I can’t remember how to attach a poll.:smack: I am asking because I thought the word had a totally different definition from it’s actual one until my mid 20s when I was corrected in a rathe… --- ## [Does this sound strange?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-this-sound-strange/704780)
**Author:** [@ArztWolf](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ArztWolf)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2014, 6:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-this-sound-strange/704780 "2014-11-17T06:27:01Z")
My niece is seeing a voc rehab counselor (she has severe math LD caused by brain damage at birth due to improper forceps use) and several physical issues caused by said damage. She is pursuing a career in the mortuary f… --- ## [Indoor Heating Makes Me Sick (literally)- anyone else?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/indoor-heating-makes-me-sick-literally-anyone-else/704680)
**Author:** [@Beelzebubba](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Beelzebubba)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2014, 1:40am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/indoor-heating-makes-me-sick-literally-anyone-else/704680 "2014-11-17T01:40:31Z")
Even though I enjoy cold weather, I always dread this time of year because of HEAT! I can’t tolerate heated air and I have a physical reaction any time I’m in a heated area. My head and neck begin to sweat profusely an… --- ## [Currently trending #1 at The Washington Post...](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/currently-trending-1-at-the-washington-post/704758)
**Author:** [@rsa](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/rsa)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2014, 9:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/currently-trending-1-at-the-washington-post/704758 "2014-11-16T21:11:04Z")
\[spoiler\] Uranus might be full of surprises :D\[/spoiler\] --- ## [What is the Worst Ending for a Classmate That You're Aware of?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-worst-ending-for-a-classmate-that-youre-aware-of/702307)
**Author:** [@PapSett](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PapSett)\ **Replies:** 172\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2014, 7:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-worst-ending-for-a-classmate-that-youre-aware-of/702307 "2014-11-16T19:39:57Z")
Today while putzing around on line, I ran across the last name Bivins, and a boy I went to grade school & high school, Jerry Bivins, popped into my mind. I hadn’t thought about him in years; he was always in trouble, dro… --- ## [I like playing around with (toy) guns](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-like-playing-around-with-toy-guns/693917)
**Author:** [@JohnClay](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JohnClay)\ **Replies:** 75\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2014, 7:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-like-playing-around-with-toy-guns/693917 "2014-11-16T19:01:47Z")
I’ve got two of these toy guns (they came in a set) And I’ve got this toy shotgun I want to get a toy pistol or replica. I just like playing around with them. With pistols you can pull the sl… --- ## [You know what I hate... (Job hunting)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-know-what-i-hate-job-hunting/704496)
**Author:** [@Leaper](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Leaper)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2014, 4:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-know-what-i-hate-job-hunting/704496 "2014-11-16T16:18:13Z")
When I apply for a job I have actually done in the past (either the exact role at another company or LITERALLY THE SAME JOB AS I’VE HELD IN THE PAST), and I get the boilerplate “we found more qualified candidates” or “we… --- ## [Did anyone see this absurd report from Russian TV?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-anyone-see-this-absurd-report-from-russian-tv/704756)
**Author:** [@David\_R\_2](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/David_R_2)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2014, 11:48am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-anyone-see-this-absurd-report-from-russian-tv/704756 "2014-11-16T11:48:35Z")
If it was so tragic it would be hilarious. Surely even the Russians must have known that this would attract scrutiny from a huge number of people who do know what a 777 looks like. Yet they spew it out, and manage to k… --- ## [Police officers and firefighters: Sidelights of your jobs](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/police-officers-and-firefighters-sidelights-of-your-jobs/704705)
**Author:** [@dougie\_monty](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dougie_monty)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2014, 4:59am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/police-officers-and-firefighters-sidelights-of-your-jobs/704705 "2014-11-16T04:59:34Z")
I live in Gardena, CA, and once talked for a little while to two Gardena cops when they and I were having lunch in a local diner. Among other things they told me that they got tips on good places to eat from–of all peopl… --- ## [Close encounter with humpback whales](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/close-encounter-with-humpback-whales/704695)
**Author:** [@Quartz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quartz)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2014, 3:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/close-encounter-with-humpback-whales/704695 "2014-11-16T03:21:12Z")
Norwegian fishermen have close encounter with hunting humpback whales --- ## [Generic VS Name Brand](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/generic-vs-name-brand/704425)
**Author:** [@Waymore](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Waymore)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2014, 11:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/generic-vs-name-brand/704425 "2014-11-15T23:07:56Z")
Call me a cheapskate, but I’ve found that generic products typically are just as good as the name brand counterpart. But, there are a few exceptions. Oreos: I’ve never found a generic version of Oreos that didn’t taste … --- ## [Young boy saves even younger girl from Syrian snipers.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/young-boy-saves-even-younger-girl-from-syrian-snipers/704453)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2014, 10:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/young-boy-saves-even-younger-girl-from-syrian-snipers/704453 "2014-11-15T22:10:04Z")
I’m awed and inspired by the bravery of this young boy. I hope he makes it through this war. A clever kid like that is destined to do great things in life. --- ## [So . . . Pigs are smelly](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/so-pigs-are-smelly/704469)
**Author:** [@CT\_Damsel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CT_Damsel)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2014, 9:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/so-pigs-are-smelly/704469 "2014-11-15T21:07:27Z")
Yesterday had gorgeous weather so I did some errands; with the car windows down while driving. I drove the long(er) way home. My peripheral vision noticed some animals in a pen. Fat, low to the ground, short legs . . .PI… --- ## [Ancient tomb in Kasta Hill (Greece) is being excavated](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ancient-tomb-in-kasta-hill-greece-is-being-excavated/701343)
**Author:** [@Toucanna](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Toucanna)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2014, 8:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ancient-tomb-in-kasta-hill-greece-is-being-excavated/701343 "2014-11-15T20:21:27Z")
A tomb estimated to have been constructed in about the 3rd or 4th century BCE is being excavated in the Kasta Hill, near Amphipolis, Greece. It appears to belong to someone of great standing and to be intact! More info … --- ## ["Manscaping"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/manscaping/704200)
**Author:** [@Mister\_Rik](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mister_Rik)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2014, 4:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/manscaping/704200 "2014-11-15T16:45:06Z")
Tonight I found myself looking at the Facebook page of my cousin’s daughter. On that page were posted several photos of cousin’s daughter’s daughters (little girls) playing with fake mustaches. One of cousin’s daughter’… --- ## [Which side of the tracks?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/which-side-of-the-tracks/704422)
**Author:** [@AppallingGael](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/AppallingGael)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2014, 4:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/which-side-of-the-tracks/704422 "2014-11-15T16:08:29Z")
Seeing a reference to “the wrong side of the tracks” in another thread, I was wondering what side of the tracks most people here live on. If you’re not comfortable sharing what your years add up to, you may give a % numb… --- ## [Doctor doesn't accept assignment](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doctor-doesnt-accept-assignment/704484)
**Author:** [@Pai325](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Pai325)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2014, 6:54am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doctor-doesnt-accept-assignment/704484 "2014-11-15T06:54:43Z")
My husband and I are moving, and being old and on all sorts of meds, need to find doctors immediately. Our doctors down here don’t know anyone near our new location, but a frien had a recommendation or two. I looked at … --- ## [Well, that was awkward.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/well-that-was-awkward/704579)
**Author:** [@Red\_Barchetta](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Red_Barchetta)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2014, 5:22am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/well-that-was-awkward/704579 "2014-11-15T05:22:48Z")
So I’m at my favorite coffee ready to pay for my drink, and as I walk up to the cashier, I grab a pastry from the top of the display and wave it at her as I approach. I then tell her what coffee ordered and she asks “Is … --- ## [Farewell, peeker!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/farewell-peeker/699953)
**Author:** [@gnarlycharlie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/gnarlycharlie)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2014, 4:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/farewell-peeker/699953 "2014-11-14T04:32:23Z")
i just learned that \*\*peekercpa \*\*has passed away. he was primarily on mafia threads so he may not be familiar to most of you. farewell, peeker! rest in peace. i’m not sure if this is the right board to post this. mods,… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/miscellaneous-and-personal-stuff-i-must-share/10.md?page=791) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/miscellaneous-and-personal-stuff-i-must-share/10.md?page=793)