# Latest **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1687 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1688 --- ## [Better to be a Jack of All Trades or A Master of One?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/better-to-be-a-jack-of-all-trades-or-a-master-of-one/922524)
**Author:** [@Didi44](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Didi44)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 2:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/better-to-be-a-jack-of-all-trades-or-a-master-of-one/922524 "2020-10-11T14:41:11Z")
I’m definitely neither, but lean towards the former. And as I get older, but not richer, I leave what I’ve come to realize that it’s often better and sometimes cheaper to leave it to the Masters to do the job right. Sev… --- ## [SCOTUS impeachment hypothetical](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scotus-impeachment-hypothetical/922622)
**Author:** [@FlikTheBlue](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FlikTheBlue)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 1:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scotus-impeachment-hypothetical/922622 "2020-10-11T13:57:32Z")
I thought this hypothetical would be a nice counterpoint to the thread(s) on the issue of packing the court. First off, the election results I propose are unlikely. Please don’t fight the hypothetical. Here it is. We… --- ## [Bad Fire in Ulsan Apartment Building](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bad-fire-in-ulsan-apartment-building/922602)
**Author:** [@Paul\_was\_in\_Saudi](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Paul_was_in_Saudi)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 1:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bad-fire-in-ulsan-apartment-building/922602 "2020-10-11T13:09:14Z")
Some very spectacular photos. Ulsan is on the southeast coast of Korea. This could be very, very bad. The fire started on the 12 or so floor of an apartment building at about 23.00 hours. I hope everyone got out. It look… --- ## [Why I hate this new fangled streaming](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-i-hate-this-new-fangled-streaming/922471)
**Author:** [@Just\_Asking\_Questions](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Just_Asking_Questions)\ **Replies:** 57\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 11:59am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-i-hate-this-new-fangled-streaming/922471 "2020-10-11T11:59:13Z")
The glorious future, where we need never own DVDs again. It’s not all that glorious. We were watching an old TV show from the 70s, one that isn’t readily available on DVD, on Amazon. We had finished season 1 and were ta… --- ## [NFL 2020: Week 4](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nfl-2020-week-4/921901)
**Author:** [@Hamlet](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hamlet)\ **Replies:** 108\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 10:22am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nfl-2020-week-4/921901 "2020-10-11T10:22:41Z")
The big news this week is the positive Covid tests for 3 players (a 4th tested positive today) and 5 staff members of the Titans. They’ve closed up their facilities, as have the Vikings (who the Titans played on Sunday).… --- ## [Donating Your Body To Science: Does Science Have Too Many Bodies?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/donating-your-body-to-science-does-science-have-too-many-bodies/922346)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 8:28am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/donating-your-body-to-science-does-science-have-too-many-bodies/922346 "2020-10-11T08:28:38Z")
You know how when there’s a natural (or unnatural) disaster and Americans show up in droves to give blood? And later the media says that most of that blood will go to waste, because supply and demand, and donor blood has… --- ## [Why doesn't "automatic aspect" on my TV work?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-doesnt-automatic-aspect-on-my-tv-work/922499)
**Author:** [@RivkahChaya](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RivkahChaya)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 8:19am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-doesnt-automatic-aspect-on-my-tv-work/922499 "2020-10-11T08:19:57Z")
Any time I watch a show that is broadcast in 4:3 on an HD channel, or On Demand, I have to scroll through several screens to change the aspect ratio manually from “full” to 4:3. It’s got a couple of other settings too. O… --- ## [North Korea suspending missile testing and closing nuclear site; Trump the statesman?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/north-korea-suspending-missile-testing-and-closing-nuclear-site-trump-the-statesman/812829)
**Author:** [@HurricaneDitka](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HurricaneDitka)\ **Replies:** 1024\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 5:00am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/north-korea-suspending-missile-testing-and-closing-nuclear-site-trump-the-statesman/812829 "2020-10-11T05:00:51Z")
source I’m rather pleasantly surprised with the progress Trump has made on the North Korean front. This appears, at least to me, to be the most significant progress towards denuclearizing the Korean Peninsula that has … --- ## [Would you befriend/date someone who was a former drug addict and thief?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-befriend-date-someone-who-was-a-former-drug-addict-and-thief/922584)
**Author:** [@alanmartin](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/alanmartin)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 3:25am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-befriend-date-someone-who-was-a-former-drug-addict-and-thief/922584 "2020-10-11T03:25:58Z")
Saw this question on a UK forum mumsnet. Basically these women in their late-20s have been good friends since beginning to work in the same place. They confided in each other everything and were close. The relationship … --- ## [Dogs for Biden](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dogs-for-biden/922626)
**Author:** [@psychobunny](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/psychobunny)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 3:25am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/dogs-for-biden/922626 "2020-10-11T03:25:55Z")
Random but amusing. --- ## [What crimes has Trump been accused of](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-crimes-has-trump-been-accused-of/922683)
**Author:** [@Wesley\_Clark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Wesley_Clark)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 3:16am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-crimes-has-trump-been-accused-of/922683 "2020-10-11T03:16:50Z")
I saw a list once but can’t find it, plus the list is constantly growing anyway. I’d prefer to separate the list into 2 separate sections. Violations of criminal law Impeachable offenses I know hes been accused of ta… --- ## [Musicians, do you ever surprise yourself while improvising?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/musicians-do-you-ever-surprise-yourself-while-improvising/922682)
**Author:** [@Didi44](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Didi44)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 2:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/musicians-do-you-ever-surprise-yourself-while-improvising/922682 "2020-10-11T02:21:45Z")
This may have been covered in the thread about jazz improvisations, but I’m listening to Cream and thinking about all three members talk about how only the beginning and the end of their songs were set with almost everyt… --- ## [Finally got things squared away after a storm](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/finally-got-things-squared-away-after-a-storm/922681)
**Author:** [@RealityChuck](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RealityChuck)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 1:37am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/finally-got-things-squared-away-after-a-storm/922681 "2020-10-11T01:37:37Z")
It’s been a hectic few days. On Wednesday, a massive unexpected thunderstorm came through with winds up to 70 mph. As I was working, I heard the sound of wood cracking. The old and massive oak tree came down. … --- ## [Could people that see "auras" just have synesthesia?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/could-people-that-see-auras-just-have-synesthesia/432687)
**Author:** [@Jragon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jragon)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2020, 1:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/could-people-that-see-auras-just-have-synesthesia/432687 "2020-10-11T01:12:20Z")
Searching synesthesia the threads that came up never really touched upon this specific topic so… I have synesthesia, for those that don’t know it’s a (correct my terminology if I’m using words oddly here) a sensory cros… --- ## [Cafe Society but Pointless -- House of Seven Gables](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cafe-society-but-pointless-house-of-seven-gables/922419)
**Author:** [@CalMeacham](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CalMeacham)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 11:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cafe-society-but-pointless-house-of-seven-gables/922419 "2020-10-10T23:53:34Z")
This is pretty pointless and apropos of nothing, but it involves literature, so I’m putting it here. I live not far from Salem, MA, which has the famous House of Seven Gables, the inspiration for Nathaniel Hawthorne’s n… --- ## [Please double-check my car repair diagnosis](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/please-double-check-my-car-repair-diagnosis/921779)
**Author:** [@Saint\_Cad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Saint_Cad)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 11:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/please-double-check-my-car-repair-diagnosis/921779 "2020-10-10T23:34:28Z")
2008 GMC Envoy 140K miles. While driving, the car pegs to the redline and Mrs Cad pulls off (I wasn’t in the car). I get there and there is coolant all over the engine compartment. I turn it on to make sure it still r… --- ## [How do I clean a hummingbird skull without destroying it?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-i-clean-a-hummingbird-skull-without-destroying-it/922534)
**Author:** [@FloatyGimpy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FloatyGimpy)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 11:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-i-clean-a-hummingbird-skull-without-destroying-it/922534 "2020-10-10T23:31:00Z")
That’s it. I have a hummingbird skull that I would like to have all nice, clean and white. I imagine boiling it will ruin it as it’s extremely delicate. Anybody have any ideas? I’ve googled a bit and find lots of conflic… --- ## [Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 Players: Quick Question](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/microsoft-flight-simulator-2020-players-quick-question/922637)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 10:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/microsoft-flight-simulator-2020-players-quick-question/922637 "2020-10-10T22:56:07Z")
I have neither MFS2K20 nor a computer capable of supporting it, but it looks awesome and maybe my day will come. Anyway, if you have a copy of the game, could you please do me a solid and see if MO84 is rendered therein… --- ## [Can't wait to miss all these campaign events!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cant-wait-to-miss-all-these-campaign-events/922669)
**Author:** [@nearwildheaven](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/nearwildheaven)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 10:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/cant-wait-to-miss-all-these-campaign-events/922669 "2020-10-10T22:49:34Z")
They sure will be disappointed when I show up, won’t they? :mask: https://www.donaldjtrump.com/events/?utm\_medium=web&utm\_source=djt\_web&utm\_content=main\_menu You can RSVP for as many events as you want, but only 2 ti… --- ## [This didn't count as an exposure, did it?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/this-didnt-count-as-an-exposure-did-it/922408)
**Author:** [@Napier](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Napier)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 10:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/this-didnt-count-as-an-exposure-did-it/922408 "2020-10-10T22:46:37Z")
A friend spent more than 15 minutes less than 6 feet from somebody who had no symptoms or positive tests. Both were wearing masks. A full seven days later, that somebody developed symptoms, and days after that got tested… --- ## [Is Trump plotting a judiciary coup?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-trump-plotting-a-judiciary-coup/921418)
**Author:** [@jsc1953](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jsc1953)\ **Replies:** 90\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 10:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-trump-plotting-a-judiciary-coup/921418 "2020-10-10T22:35:59Z")
As opposed to a military coup. Let’s say Election Day comes and goes and Biden appears to have won. But wait: the Trump Admin files a lawsuit in Pennsylvania, asking that all mail-in ballots be thrown out, because…reas… --- ## [Why is my guest room cold?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-my-guest-room-cold/922581)
**Author:** [@Munch](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Munch)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 9:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-my-guest-room-cold/922581 "2020-10-10T21:53:29Z")
My house has an attached garage on the side of it, with a bedroom behind. I don’t believe it was an addition. It’s over a crawl space, whereas the rest of the house is over a basement. Of the 4 walls, 2 are exposed to th… --- ## [Tim\_R.Mortiss BANNED as per his request after his 3rd warning for being a jerk](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tim-r-mortiss-banned-as-per-his-request-after-his-3rd-warning-for-being-a-jerk/922665)
**Author:** [@What\_Exit](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/What_Exit)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 9:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tim-r-mortiss-banned-as-per-his-request-after-his-3rd-warning-for-being-a-jerk/922665 "2020-10-10T21:43:40Z")
We weren’t planning to suspend him but as he requested the banning, I discussed and accommodated him. --- ## [I "see" sounds when I close my eyes. Is this synesthesia?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-see-sounds-when-i-close-my-eyes-is-this-synesthesia/922654)
**Author:** [@partialgrape](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/partialgrape)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 9:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-see-sounds-when-i-close-my-eyes-is-this-synesthesia/922654 "2020-10-10T21:21:17Z")
When I close my eyes and listen, I can “see” the sounds in colors. Sometimes they’re shapes, like my cat’s meow is a forest green square with a circle of mint green in the lower right corner or applause is a flashing cir… --- ## [Woodworkers—I need help!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/woodworkers-i-need-help/839890)
**Author:** [@MagicEyes](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MagicEyes)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 9:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/woodworkers-i-need-help/839890 "2020-10-10T21:10:59Z")
I’m building a harp (from a kit—if you’re interested, check out harpkit.com for harps and other nifty DIY musical instruments). I goofed, and I sanded through the top layer of the soundboard. It’s birch, so it’s very pal… --- ## [What is your favourite slang expression?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-your-favourite-slang-expression/920978)
**Author:** [@Dr\_Paprika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dr_Paprika)\ **Replies:** 61\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 8:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-your-favourite-slang-expression/920978 "2020-10-10T20:45:12Z")
If language gets you chuffed to goolies, you probably have a favourite expression that makes you feel as boffo as the grand panjandrum. So what slang expressions do you love? --- ## [Phantom of the Opera 25th Anniversary Show Streaming for free this weekend](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/phantom-of-the-opera-25th-anniversary-show-streaming-for-free-this-weekend/922604)
**Author:** [@Morgyn](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Morgyn)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 8:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/phantom-of-the-opera-25th-anniversary-show-streaming-for-free-this-weekend/922604 "2020-10-10T20:31:45Z")
An encore presentation of the 25th Anniversary performance of The Phantom of the Opera is streaming for free on YouTube this weekend. This show has Sierra Boggess playing Christina and Ramin Karimloo playing the Phantom… --- ## [Synesthesia](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/synesthesia/54200)
**Author:** [@ellis555](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ellis555)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 7:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/synesthesia/54200 "2020-10-10T19:40:34Z")
I just read this article in Smithsonian Magazine on synesthesia. This is a phenomenon of which I was not previously aware, wherein one experiences multiple sensory input to a single stimulus. For example, one lady mentio… --- ## [I think my dog needs a professional trainer](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-think-my-dog-needs-a-professional-trainer/922000)
**Author:** [@Deanna\_D](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Deanna_D)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 6:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-think-my-dog-needs-a-professional-trainer/922000 "2020-10-10T18:20:20Z")
I’ve got a 6-year-old terrier who has never been perfect with her potty habits, but has now gotten to the point where I need her to really do better. Heidi has always been kind of a diva, and has always seemed very part… --- ## [Judy's Hamburger vs Wendy's](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/judys-hamburger-vs-wendys/637430)
**Author:** [@Paul\_F](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Paul_F)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2020, 5:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/judys-hamburger-vs-wendys/637430 "2020-10-10T17:53:14Z")
Who has iinfo on Judy’s Hamburgers… the store was identical to the Original Wendy’s Hamaburgers, except the girls hair was blonde instead of red/orange. [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1686) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1688)