# Latest **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=671 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 672 --- ## [The Economics of Amazon Returns](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-economics-of-amazon-returns/994677)
**Author:** [@CookingWithGas](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/CookingWithGas)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2023, 11:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-economics-of-amazon-returns/994677 "2023-12-17T23:25:32Z")
I just read an article in the Washington Post (should be gifted outside the paywall) about discount outlets that acquire and sell merchandise returned to Amazon, Walmart, etc. How is it possible that Amazon makes more m… --- ## [Adventures in animal rescue](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/adventures-in-animal-rescue/994624)
**Author:** [@PackerMan2](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PackerMan2)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2023, 10:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/adventures-in-animal-rescue/994624 "2023-12-17T22:23:23Z")
Sigh. My wife and I have been fostering for a local rescue for about a year and a half. We’re about to adopt out our 20th dog. It’s been a lot of work but very fulfilling. My wife got a call this afternoon from the resc… --- ## [Can we have fun with AI chat?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-we-have-fun-with-ai-chat/994386)
**Author:** [@Zyada](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Zyada)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2023, 6:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-we-have-fun-with-ai-chat/994386 "2023-12-17T18:18:10Z")
We’re having some serious discussions about AI, but I’ve heard it will give wrong answers if it doesn’t know the answer. So what can we ask it that it might not have the answer to? I tried this question: What does 14 k… --- ## [Systemic anti-tick/flea remedy Q. (dog pipets)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/systemic-anti-tick-flea-remedy-q-dog-pipets/994742)
**Author:** [@Al128](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Al128)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2023, 5:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/systemic-anti-tick-flea-remedy-q-dog-pipets/994742 "2023-12-17T17:40:42Z")
You prob. all know those systemic anti-tick / anti-flea remedies for dogs, the ones you need to apply m/l between the shoulderblades … a couple of drops will do … 3-5ml for a full sized dog I got a Q: It seems (pls conf… --- ## [Follow-up comments after flagging a post -- is there a way?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/follow-up-comments-after-flagging-a-post-is-there-a-way/994711)
**Author:** [@Roderick\_Femm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Roderick_Femm)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2023, 3:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/follow-up-comments-after-flagging-a-post-is-there-a-way/994711 "2023-12-17T15:45:58Z")
Once you flag a post, you might get more information that would be useful, or discover your flag was in error, or something, but there doesn’t seem to be any way to edit one’s flag message or to add another one. I can se… --- ## [Just What is so Disgusting about Hot Dogs?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/just-what-is-so-disgusting-about-hot-dogs/993781)
**Author:** [@Two\_Many\_Cats2](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Two_Many_Cats2)\ **Replies:** 134\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2023, 3:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/just-what-is-so-disgusting-about-hot-dogs/993781 "2023-12-17T15:06:52Z")
Again I’m browsing food related stuff on YouTube, both for good and bad foods (according to the people posting them). I watched videos about foods people find disgusting. Invariably, hot dog wieners are brought up. I… --- ## [You can only play one video game for the rest of your life](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-can-only-play-one-video-game-for-the-rest-of-your-life/994058)
**Author:** [@DCnDC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DCnDC)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2023, 2:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/you-can-only-play-one-video-game-for-the-rest-of-your-life/994058 "2023-12-17T14:53:52Z")
You’ve been given life without parole in solitary confinement for your crimes. Your lawyer has managed to get you one major concession: you have access to a computer and a single offline game of your choice. You will n… --- ## [Scrapple? Really?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scrapple-really/994617)
**Author:** [@EddyTeddyFreddy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/EddyTeddyFreddy)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2023, 1:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scrapple-really/994617 "2023-12-17T13:31:32Z")
So, scrapple. Never tried it before, but I pickled up a frozen Jones Dairy Farm package of it the other day, thawed it overnight, and tried a slice today. The package says to cook it in the oven but I just fried it up … --- ## [Looks like Chicago will get a new mayor](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looks-like-chicago-will-get-a-new-mayor/980524)
**Author:** [@Kolak\_of\_Twilo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kolak_of_Twilo)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2023, 12:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/looks-like-chicago-will-get-a-new-mayor/980524 "2023-12-17T12:59:41Z")
Mayor Lori Lightfoot has just conceded after only 1 term. First time in decades to have someone elected to the office serve only one term. For someone who took office just 4 years ago among much excitement she has drop… --- ## [British Dopers: Tell Me More About Christmas Pantos](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/british-dopers-tell-me-more-about-christmas-pantos/992836)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2023, 10:58am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/british-dopers-tell-me-more-about-christmas-pantos/992836 "2023-12-17T10:58:31Z")
I’m obsessed with the idea of the LGBTQ community in the US adopting Christmas pantos and making them their own. Put a saucy drag queen in the lead role (or make her the emcee), have her exchange witty banter with the au… --- ## [Happy Beethoven's Birthday!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/happy-beethovens-birthday/994680)
**Author:** [@terentii](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/terentii)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2023, 7:31am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/happy-beethovens-birthday/994680 "2023-12-17T07:31:20Z")
https://youtu.be/p3qfJQGngQc --- ## [AirTags - Can the finder get past locations?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/airtags-can-the-finder-get-past-locations/994687)
**Author:** [@Schnitte](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Schnitte)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2023, 4:19am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/airtags-can-the-finder-get-past-locations/994687 "2023-12-17T04:19:36Z")
Suppose someone finds a lost key ring with an AirTag attached. Is there any way this finder could use the AirTag to extract information about past locations that the key ring has been in? If so, AirTags would pose a seri… --- ## [Those posters of African-American hairstyles at the barbershop](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/those-posters-of-african-american-hairstyles-at-the-barbershop/994512)
**Author:** [@Smapti](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Smapti)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2023, 3:43am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/those-posters-of-african-american-hairstyles-at-the-barbershop/994512 "2023-12-17T03:43:57Z")
At the barbershop today to get my thrice-annual “alright, I’m getting too shaggy, time to get this buzzed off” cut. I’ve nevwr bothered much with my hair, and I’ve been getting it cut the same way since I was 13 - I get … --- ## [Mechanical Engineers - A simple question of names](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mechanical-engineers-a-simple-question-of-names/993942)
**Author:** [@Grestarian](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Grestarian)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2023, 3:09am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mechanical-engineers-a-simple-question-of-names/993942 "2023-12-17T03:09:22Z")
I’m a hobbyist and I’ve got this idea that, to me, seems pretty simple. I just can’t seem to find the parts because I don’t know what they’re called. I’m pretty sure my idea is feasible, because I got the inspiration f… --- ## [Let's make some fandom Clue(do) editions!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/lets-make-some-fandom-clue-do-editions/994075)
**Author:** [@Monty](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Monty)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2023, 1:22am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/lets-make-some-fandom-clue-do-editions/994075 "2023-12-17T01:22:53Z")
Over in the NEW Stupid Republican Idea of the Day (Part 3) thread, there’s a bit of a hijack related to Clue(do). I figure, “What the hey? Let’s see what the Teeming Millions can come up with for various themed editions … --- ## [A Day in Your LIfe](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-day-in-your-life/994607)
**Author:** [@TRC4941](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/TRC4941)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2023, 11:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-day-in-your-life/994607 "2023-12-16T23:28:28Z")
Is there a day in your life that you would like to re-live? You can’t change the outcome. Maybe a day that was so spectacular that you wish you could live it again? Or a day that holds sweet memories for you? Or a day th… --- ## [Amazon Alexa Drop-in On TV or Tablet?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/amazon-alexa-drop-in-on-tv-or-tablet/994712)
**Author:** [@Dr.Colossus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dr.Colossus)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2023, 10:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/amazon-alexa-drop-in-on-tv-or-tablet/994712 "2023-12-16T22:45:39Z")
Howdy. I’m trying to cobble together a device that meets our needs. We have an Echo Show 15 in the dining room that I can use “Alexa Drop-In” to suddenly be on the screen, talking to mom–all without her having to do any… --- ## [Question for anyone with the low tier Netflix subscription with ads?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-for-anyone-with-the-low-tier-netflix-subscription-with-ads/994065)
**Author:** [@dougrb](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dougrb)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2023, 10:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-for-anyone-with-the-low-tier-netflix-subscription-with-ads/994065 "2023-12-16T22:44:31Z")
How bad are the ads? --- ## [Showtime’s “The Curse.” reveals the dark side of HGTV](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/showtime-s-the-curse-reveals-the-dark-side-of-hgtv/993380)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2023, 10:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/showtime-s-the-curse-reveals-the-dark-side-of-hgtv/993380 "2023-12-16T22:30:14Z")
I started watching This Old House in the late 1970’s and loved the show. I watched every episode of the New Yankee Workshop and Roy Underhill’s the Woodright’s Shop. PBS used very skilled contractors and woodworkers to… --- ## [Do you have trouble being mean/evil in video games?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-have-trouble-being-mean-evil-in-video-games/993718)
**Author:** [@Love\_Rhombus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Love_Rhombus)\ **Replies:** 141\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2023, 9:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-have-trouble-being-mean-evil-in-video-games/993718 "2023-12-16T21:07:29Z")
I always struggle to play the bad guy in many RPGs and such. I can play the “bad good guy” (and I’ll happily be a good Necromancer), but not intentionally cruel or evil. Do you have issues with this, or is “being bad” no… --- ## [Wi-Fi enabled thermostats](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wi-fi-enabled-thermostats/994653)
**Author:** [@Fir\_na\_tine](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Fir_na_tine)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2023, 8:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wi-fi-enabled-thermostats/994653 "2023-12-16T20:26:02Z")
Looking to install a wi-fi enabled thermostat so I can adjust temperature when we’re traveling. My current t-stats are dumb 2 wire jobs. The t-stat either calls for heat or it doesn’t. In looking at ads for the wi-fi … --- ## [What are your favorite songs that begin with the letter J? See rules in OP \[final poll added\]](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-your-favorite-songs-that-begin-with-the-letter-j-see-rules-in-op-final-poll-added/994363)
**Author:** [@Mean\_Mr.Mustard](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mean_Mr.Mustard)\ **Replies:** 150\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2023, 8:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-your-favorite-songs-that-begin-with-the-letter-j-see-rules-in-op-final-poll-added/994363 "2023-12-16T20:12:29Z")
Rules : Submissions are limited to 5 per person. Please do not post title suggestions or comments on alternative titles. This takes a little of the fun out of the process. It is ok, after the polls are posted, to name… --- ## [Please Advise-- how much Metadata risk is there in Google Sheets and Docs?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/please-advise-how-much-metadata-risk-is-there-in-google-sheets-and-docs/994692)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2023, 7:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/please-advise-how-much-metadata-risk-is-there-in-google-sheets-and-docs/994692 "2023-12-16T19:20:48Z")
I had a request to share a simple spreadsheet for music practice. Something I can throw together quickly. Unfortunately I’m reliant on Android and Google Sheets and Docs for these mundane tasks. My phone and Tablet repl… --- ## [Who answers the phone these days? (unknown number)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-answers-the-phone-these-days-unknown-number/994140)
**Author:** [@Cardigan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cardigan)\ **Replies:** 105\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2023, 4:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-answers-the-phone-these-days-unknown-number/994140 "2023-12-16T16:26:57Z")
Don’t want to get us too far off track, but I’d like to pose the question: who, in the age of caller ID, actually answers the phone for any numbers they don’t recognize? For me, who finds chit chatting on the phone with… --- ## [Doctor Who: 60th Anniversary special {Available on Disney+ outside of UK}](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doctor-who-60th-anniversary-special-available-on-disney-outside-of-uk/966132)
**Author:** [@aceplace57](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/aceplace57)\ **Replies:** 87\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2023, 3:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/doctor-who-60th-anniversary-special-available-on-disney-outside-of-uk/966132 "2023-12-16T15:19:30Z")
Doctor Who: 60th Anniversary special is going to be incredible. Russel T Davies is on board. David Tennant and Catherine Tate reprise their roles. It’s a dream project for Doctor Who fans. Neil Patrick Harris will play… --- ## [Everyday accidental optical illusions](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/everyday-accidental-optical-illusions/994443)
**Author:** [@solost](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/solost)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2023, 2:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/everyday-accidental-optical-illusions/994443 "2023-12-16T14:11:45Z")
This past weekend I was making myself some soup while recovering from a bout of Covid. I was zoning out, looking at the marbling pattern on the marble countertop, and about a six inch diameter section of it appeared to s… --- ## [Do you enjoy "funny face" photos?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-enjoy-funny-face-photos/994603)
**Author:** [@Dinsdale](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dinsdale)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2023, 1:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-enjoy-funny-face-photos/994603 "2023-12-16T13:53:37Z")
One SIL and her adult kids regularly post photos of themselves - alone or in groups - making faces. Just wondering how many folk appreciate those sorts of photos. Me, I don’t like them at all. I’d be very happy to see… --- ## [(mistake thread)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mistake-thread/994579)
**Author:** [@Velocity](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Velocity)\ **Replies:** 64\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2023, 11:54am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mistake-thread/994579 "2023-12-16T11:54:04Z")
(Sorry, mods, please delete, this was a superfluous post) --- ## [How much salt is needed when seasoning meat hours before cooking?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-much-salt-is-needed-when-seasoning-meat-hours-before-cooking/994669)
**Author:** [@Whack-a-Mole](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Whack-a-Mole)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2023, 8:22am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-much-salt-is-needed-when-seasoning-meat-hours-before-cooking/994669 "2023-12-16T08:22:30Z")
In my case I have a 5lb lamb shoulder (bone in if that matters). I want to salt it and let it sit in the fridge overnight (8-12 hours). I have read one teaspoon of salt per pound but it seems like a lot. But then, it … --- ## [Good Omens 2 is coming (It is here and all episodes are available 2023-07-28) season 3 coming](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/good-omens-2-is-coming-it-is-here-and-all-episodes-are-available-2023-07-28-season-3-coming/945257)
**Author:** [@Gyrate](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Gyrate)\ **Replies:** 83\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2023, 7:56am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/good-omens-2-is-coming-it-is-here-and-all-episodes-are-available-2023-07-28-season-3-coming/945257 "2023-12-16T07:56:56Z")
It’s officially official. According to Neil Gaiman’s badly-formatted blog today, at one point back in the distant past he and Sir Pterry sketched out the plot of a sequel to Good Omens, but the project got shelved after… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=670) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md?page=672)