# Latest **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1706 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1707 --- ## [My very first MMP!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-very-first-mmp/920540)
**Author:** [@Old\_Wench](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Old_Wench)\ **Replies:** 308\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2020, 3:25am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-very-first-mmp/920540 "2020-09-25T03:25:45Z")
Since I’m still up at the stroke of midnight (a rarity for me), I thought I’d start an MMP for the first time ever. Party on! :clock12: :tada: I brought the cake! :cake: --- ## [Board stats to date](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/board-stats-to-date/921447)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2020, 3:22am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/board-stats-to-date/921447 "2020-09-25T03:22:09Z")
Where can I find the total number of threads and posts to date? --- ## [Road Warrior - Animal died at age 60](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/road-warrior-animal-died-at-age-60/921361)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2020, 3:20am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/road-warrior-animal-died-at-age-60/921361 "2020-09-25T03:20:54Z")
\*\*mods it’s now accepted that pro wrestling is pure entertainment. It’s not a sport. The Road Warriors were a scary tag team in the 80’s. I was worried they’d permanently cripple one of my favorite champions. This was b… --- ## [My Mid-Life Crisis Came Early](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-mid-life-crisis-came-early/921215)
**Author:** [@Chisquirrel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Chisquirrel)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2020, 3:03am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-mid-life-crisis-came-early/921215 "2020-09-25T03:03:36Z")
I recently decided that I was going to do what I’ve wanted to do forever\*: buy a motorcycle. Took a MSF starter class, got the endorsement, and started shopping. Finally brought home a shiny little Ninja 300, because c… --- ## [Biden should really avoid discussing numbers in his speeches](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/biden-should-really-avoid-discussing-numbers-in-his-speeches/921352)
**Author:** [@Lamoral](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lamoral)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2020, 2:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/biden-should-really-avoid-discussing-numbers-in-his-speeches/921352 "2020-09-25T02:17:16Z")
I feel like there’s a 50% chance that he will fuck up any given statistical number that he brings up. I’m watching his speech about the Supreme Court and he just said that “by the time I’m done talking, it’s estimated th… --- ## [Checks mailed by the bank](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/checks-mailed-by-the-bank/921333)
**Author:** [@Fotheringay-Phipps](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Fotheringay-Phipps)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2020, 2:04am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/checks-mailed-by-the-bank/921333 "2020-09-25T02:04:00Z")
I know BOA has this but I assume other banks do too. Basically, you can tell the bank to pay so-and-so such-and-such amount, and if they have some sort of banking arrangement with that person or entity, then they transfe… --- ## [To what extent should a dying person's wishes be honored?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/to-what-extent-should-a-dying-persons-wishes-be-honored/921444)
**Author:** [@Velocity](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Velocity)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2020, 1:50am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/to-what-extent-should-a-dying-persons-wishes-be-honored/921444 "2020-09-25T01:50:37Z")
Thread is relevant to Ginsburg, of course, but also about a broader issue. At what point does one’s dying wish become so burdensome that it is no longer worth honoring? Perhaps I’m overly cynical but I think almost any … --- ## [Movie dubbing](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/movie-dubbing/920345)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2020, 1:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/movie-dubbing/920345 "2020-09-25T01:12:39Z")
How does one get into moving dubbing for foreign films, live action and/or anime? Are there books or classes on this subject somewhere out there? --- ## [Better movie?: Battle Royale or Hunger Games](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/better-movie-battle-royale-or-hunger-games/689148)
**Author:** [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2020, 12:31am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/better-movie-battle-royale-or-hunger-games/689148 "2020-09-25T00:31:54Z")
This is pretty much only for folks who have seen both movies. However, realize that both stream on Netflix and you can simply watch both this weekend and then make a nicely informed vote. :slight\_smile: I like both mov… --- ## [Simpsons jokes you didn't understand. Hopefully explained!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/simpsons-jokes-you-didnt-understand-hopefully-explained/192980)
**Author:** [@Mullinator](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mullinator)\ **Replies:** 133\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2020, 12:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/simpsons-jokes-you-didnt-understand-hopefully-explained/192980 "2020-09-25T00:05:55Z")
What brought this on? I was watching an old tape and it had “Homer goes to College”. The following conversation took place: Huh? Is it a bad book? Was it self-serving with many glarin omissions? What am I missing … --- ## [Final Jeopardy: LM Alcott](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/final-jeopardy-lm-alcott/921375)
**Author:** [@Son\_of\_a\_Rich](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Son_of_a_Rich)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 11:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/final-jeopardy-lm-alcott/921375 "2020-09-24T23:42:57Z")
Could the answer to this Final Jeopardy be any more obvious? This is like Kiddie Jeopardy. --- ## ["I bruised my ribs sitting on the couch" & other tragic tales of aging](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-bruised-my-ribs-sitting-on-the-couch-other-tragic-tales-of-aging/921101)
**Author:** [@Happy\_Lendervedder](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Happy_Lendervedder)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 10:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-bruised-my-ribs-sitting-on-the-couch-other-tragic-tales-of-aging/921101 "2020-09-24T22:57:40Z")
This past week, I was sitting on the ol’ davenport with my back up against an arm, and my legs on the cushions in front of me. A very relaxing and peaceful moment in an otherwise hectic day. But then I had to plug in a c… --- ## [You're very upset with your spouse or significant other. This manifests itself](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/youre-very-upset-with-your-spouse-or-significant-other-this-manifests-itself/921371)
**Author:** [@lobotomyboy63](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/lobotomyboy63)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 10:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/youre-very-upset-with-your-spouse-or-significant-other-this-manifests-itself/921371 "2020-09-24T22:25:53Z")
I get very quiet. I’m not doing some intentional silent treatment thing, but I’m pretty talkative normally so it stands out. I don’t know how to explain it…I’m kind of cycling on thoughts. ‘I said this and you did tha… --- ## [Would you be okay with a "legit" Supreme Court that was screwing over minorities?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-be-okay-with-a-legit-supreme-court-that-was-screwing-over-minorities/921256)
**Author:** [@Velocity](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Velocity)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 9:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-be-okay-with-a-legit-supreme-court-that-was-screwing-over-minorities/921256 "2020-09-24T21:37:10Z")
There has been a great deal of furor of late over how the Supreme Court is “illegitimate” because McConnell denied Garland a rightful confirmation vote and also is now trying to get Barrett (or whoever else in) despite h… --- ## [Aussies and Asians find flights to nowhere to be popular](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/aussies-and-asians-find-flights-to-nowhere-to-be-popular/921178)
**Author:** [@Omar\_Little](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Omar_Little)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 9:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/aussies-and-asians-find-flights-to-nowhere-to-be-popular/921178 "2020-09-24T21:26:53Z")
Are people missing traveling that much, that they are willing to pay $500 to $2,800 for a 7 hour flight to nowhere? --- ## [Has Anyone Here Has Bed Bugs And Successfully Got Rid Of Them](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/has-anyone-here-has-bed-bugs-and-successfully-got-rid-of-them/551643)
**Author:** [@Markxxx](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Markxxx)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2013, 2:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/has-anyone-here-has-bed-bugs-and-successfully-got-rid-of-them/551643 "2013-02-23T14:05:00Z")
We’ve had a series of news reports about bed bugs in Chicago then I saw that thread about them in GQ. Of course now I’m creeped out about them. I’ve had enough issues with vermin in my flat so I’m sure eventually I’ll g… --- ## [Microsoft now owns The Elder Scrolls, Fallout and Doom](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/microsoft-now-owns-the-elder-scrolls-fallout-and-doom/921160)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 7:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/microsoft-now-owns-the-elder-scrolls-fallout-and-doom/921160 "2020-09-24T19:56:34Z")
As reported in PC Gamer: The full list- Alpha Dog Games (mobile games) Arkane Studios (Dishonored) Arkane Studios Austin Bethesda Game Studios (Skyrim, Fallout 3, Fallout 4) Bethesda Game Studios Austin (Fallout 76) … --- ## [What is the definition of "Good Cop"?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-definition-of-good-cop/921159)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 7:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-definition-of-good-cop/921159 "2020-09-24T19:43:37Z")
We have had many discussion on this board, on the internet and in real life about police activity and whether good cops should be lumped together with bad cops. But what is a “good cop”? Is it someone who doesn’t acti… --- ## ["no going back to brunch"--Huh?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/no-going-back-to-brunch-huh/921076)
**Author:** [@chappachula](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/chappachula)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 7:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/no-going-back-to-brunch-huh/921076 "2020-09-24T19:43:18Z")
What does the expression “back to brunch” mean? I googled it, I checked “know your meme” dot com.But with no results. It seems to be a unique phrase that AOC made up. For context: AOC just sent out a tweet that , afte… --- ## [A Concise Summary Of Film](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-concise-summary-of-film/921334)
**Author:** [@Dr\_Paprika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dr_Paprika)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 7:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-concise-summary-of-film/921334 "2020-09-24T19:28:52Z")
I can still remember from my freshman year at uni when I was at a party and some wag summarized global film in a few lines. “American movies are about pushing the plot, and end with finally getting the gal (or guy). Eu… --- ## [Effect of Covid on lungs of people in high-altitude](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/effect-of-covid-on-lungs-of-people-in-high-altitude/921436)
**Author:** [@Velocity](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Velocity)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 7:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/effect-of-covid-on-lungs-of-people-in-high-altitude/921436 "2020-09-24T19:11:49Z")
Since Covid affects lung function, are there more severe effects for survivors who contract and recover from Covid in a place like, say, Denver, or in even higher altitudes with thinner air than sea level? --- ## [Why is PA the most competitive blue wall state?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-pa-the-most-competitive-blue-wall-state/920857)
**Author:** [@FlikTheBlue](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FlikTheBlue)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 6:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-is-pa-the-most-competitive-blue-wall-state/920857 "2020-09-24T18:51:49Z")
The blue wall being PA, MI, WI, and MN. PA is currently the most likely tipping point state, and also the most competitive of the four. This seems counterintuitive. Democrats tend to do well in urban areas. PA has tw… --- ## [Can mars ever be the closest planet to the earth?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-mars-ever-be-the-closest-planet-to-the-earth/921272)
**Author:** [@kanicbird](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kanicbird)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 6:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-mars-ever-be-the-closest-planet-to-the-earth/921272 "2020-09-24T18:14:17Z")
Both Venus and Mercury can be the closest planet depending on the orbit (Mercury is actually the closer for longer one, though Venus gets closest). But can Mars ever be the closest? --- ## [Previous\\Next Topic\\Thread](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/previous-next-topic-thread/921099)
**Author:** [@SergeyGOMER](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SergeyGOMER)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 5:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/previous-next-topic-thread/921099 "2020-09-24T17:49:57Z")
The old forum had these two links Can I navigate the new one the same way??? --- ## [Is Mitch McConnell facing any backlash?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-mitch-mcconnell-facing-any-backlash/921247)
**Author:** [@Temporary\_Name](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Temporary_Name)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 5:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/is-mitch-mcconnell-facing-any-backlash/921247 "2020-09-24T17:43:52Z")
Is Mitch McConnell facing any backlash due to his obvious hypocrisy, and unprincipled actions concerning the Supreme Court? Shouldn’t his numbers be crumbling? At one time the Republican Party was known as the party in… --- ## ["The dog ate the charger."](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-dog-ate-the-charger/921423)
**Author:** [@Jasmine](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jasmine)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 5:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-dog-ate-the-charger/921423 "2020-09-24T17:43:24Z")
So, many of our regular school problems have either been supplemented or replaced by COVID-19 Remote Learning Problems. The newest COVID-19 excuse for not attending class: “My dog ate my charging cord.” I told the teac… --- ## [Learning to drive a semi tractor....GGGAAHHH!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/learning-to-drive-a-semi-tractor-gggaahhh/854922)
**Author:** [@Lamoral](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lamoral)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 5:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/learning-to-drive-a-semi-tractor-gggaahhh/854922 "2020-09-24T17:12:53Z")
So a “friend” of mine earlier this year offered me some part time work driving a dump truck with the company he works for. He said “take the knowledge tests at the BMV, take the medical exam, and get the CDL learner’s pe… --- ## [Emotions prompted by fonts](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/emotions-prompted-by-fonts/921227)
**Author:** [@PlaceboTarget](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PlaceboTarget)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 4:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/emotions-prompted-by-fonts/921227 "2020-09-24T16:10:47Z")
This is a thread (inspired by this thread) where you can share the feelings that certain types of fonts may prompt in your heart and mind when you see them. The first example that it crossing my mind now is Comic Sans. I… --- ## [My latest stretch goal in leadership: managing people for an online event](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-latest-stretch-goal-in-leadership-managing-people-for-an-online-event/921419)
**Author:** [@JcWoman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JcWoman)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 4:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-latest-stretch-goal-in-leadership-managing-people-for-an-online-event/921419 "2020-09-24T16:09:12Z")
As you all who read my posts probably know, I tend to get myself into situations where I am managing people and get totally frustrated. I’m in that situation again. I think this habit is a combination of several subcon… --- ## [Looking for a Nintendo Switch game suitable for IN PERSON multiplayer](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looking-for-a-nintendo-switch-game-suitable-for-in-person-multiplayer/921339)
**Author:** [@RickJay](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RickJay)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2020, 3:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looking-for-a-nintendo-switch-game-suitable-for-in-person-multiplayer/921339 "2020-09-24T15:50:31Z")
One last Switch question; what are - besides Mario Kart 8, I have that - games suitable for two people to play together on one Nintendo Switch? My kid has a friend staying with us for a week or two (for reasons honestly… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1705) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=1707)