# These sequential threads see in 2020

**URL:** <https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671>\
**Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\
**Created:** [December 31, 2019, 3:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671 "2019-12-31T15:51:28Z")\
**Posts on this page:** 20\
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**Author:** ![Jackmannii](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/jackmannii/32/311_2.png) [@Jackmannii](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jackmannii)\
**Post date:** [February 26, 2020, 1:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671/181 "2020-02-26T13:46:31Z")

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**How Does A Restaurant Get Considered For A Michelin Star?  
Food Challenge - A Carrot and a Red Onion**

Let’s see: artfully arranged mini-carrot and onion shavings, giant plate, touch of garnish, all for $150.

Should be good for at least two stars.

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**Author:** ![Ludovic](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/7ab992/32.png) [@Ludovic](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ludovic)\
**Post date:** [February 26, 2020, 2:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671/182 "2020-02-26T14:00:32Z")

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**I’ve seen fire and I’ve seen…  
Japan and technology.**

You know, fire is a technology

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**Author:** ![Annie-Xmas](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/ecc23a/32.png) [@Annie-Xmas](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Annie-Xmas)\
**Post date:** [February 26, 2020, 2:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671/183 "2020-02-26T14:40:01Z")

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\*\* Jewish Dopers: Tips and Tricks for Challah, Please  
Why didn’t hot dogs catch on like hamburgers?\*\*

May contain pork, which is not kosher

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**Author:** ![Ethilrist](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/ethilrist/32/4604_2.png) [@Ethilrist](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ethilrist)\
**Post date:** [February 26, 2020, 9:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671/184 "2020-02-26T21:07:05Z")

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Coincidental sequential threads on CNN:

\*\*If you drive an expensive car you’re probably a jerk, scientists say  
The new Cadillac Escalade can drive itself  
These Ford GTs are now worth more than $1 million  
First new 2020 Corvette auctioned for $3 million  
Porsche’s first electric car is pricey but insanely fun  
\*\*

This doesn’t look good for Cadillac, GT, Corvette or Porsche drivers…

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**Author:** ![Jackmannii](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/jackmannii/32/311_2.png) [@Jackmannii](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jackmannii)\
**Post date:** [February 27, 2020, 1:54am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671/185 "2020-02-27T01:54:37Z")

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**Mass Killings in the United States, 2020  
So, the cops knock at my door**

It was a good run, but you knew it had to end sometime. ☹

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**Author:** ![ftg](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/ftg/32/2801_2.png) [@ftg](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ftg)\
**Post date:** [February 27, 2020, 12:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671/186 "2020-02-27T12:54:56Z")

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**Mass Killings in the United States, 2020  
To hell with taco trucks on every corner**

It might be a good idea to bring a sack lunch today.

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**Author:** ![Annie-Xmas](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/ecc23a/32.png) [@Annie-Xmas](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Annie-Xmas)\
**Post date:** [February 27, 2020, 4:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671/187 "2020-02-27T16:14:09Z")

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\*\* I Am Not Okay With This  
Tell me about backyard smokers\*\*

I am not okay with you smoking in my backyard

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**Author:** ![Johnny\_L.A](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/johnny_l.a/32/1084_2.png) [@Johnny\_L.A](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Johnny_L.A)\
**Post date:** [February 27, 2020, 4:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671/188 "2020-02-27T16:39:29Z")

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**Multiple deaths in shooting at Molson Coors in Milwaukee  
So, the cops knock at my door**

You have a reputation.

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**Author:** ![Annie-Xmas](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/ecc23a/32.png) [@Annie-Xmas](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Annie-Xmas)\
**Post date:** [February 27, 2020, 5:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671/189 "2020-02-27T17:42:28Z")

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\*\* Why didn’t hot dogs catch on like hamburgers?  
Should serving hot dogs with ketchup rather than mustard & relish be punished by death?\*\*

Asked and answered

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**Author:** ![MEBuckner](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/mebuckner/32/2896_2.png) [@MEBuckner](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MEBuckner)\
**Post date:** [February 27, 2020, 10:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671/190 "2020-02-27T22:03:37Z")

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**What message would it take to make obesity rates plummet dramatically?  
Just shoot the hippos!**

OK, first of all, you shouldn’t call people who are struggling with a weight problem “hippos”…

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**Author:** ![Ludovic](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/7ab992/32.png) [@Ludovic](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ludovic)\
**Post date:** [February 27, 2020, 11:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671/191 "2020-02-27T23:45:17Z")

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**Ramblings on male and female dress codes at work  
How do you hold your hot dog?**

Thankfully I don’t have to worry about that, as my dress code specifically forbids Renaissance court tights for men.

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**Author:** ![Ludovic](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/7ab992/32.png) [@Ludovic](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ludovic)\
**Post date:** [February 29, 2020, 2:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671/192 "2020-02-29T14:15:36Z")

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**It’s been a while since I had a good spit-take.  
US Signs peace accord with Taliban**

It’s now been zero days since a spit-take.

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**Author:** ![Jackmannii](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/jackmannii/32/311_2.png) [@Jackmannii](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jackmannii)\
**Post date:** [February 29, 2020, 3:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671/193 "2020-02-29T15:43:38Z")

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**Guys wearing their belt buckles off-center  
Quirky hobbies/pastimes which you suspect only you partake in**

When I’m in the mood for an especially daring fashion statement, I’ll wear a T-shirt with the label \* outside \* the collar.

**You’ve been kidnapped! How do you post?  
It’s funny and sad to see retail try to save itself**

Sorry bud, you ain’t leaving this here J.C. Penney until you buy somethin’.

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**Author:** ![Kent\_Clark](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/kent_clark/32/105_2.png) [@Kent\_Clark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kent_Clark)\
**Post date:** [February 29, 2020, 10:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671/194 "2020-02-29T22:22:01Z")

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**Should serving hot dogs with ketchup rather than mustard & relish be punished by death?  
Why didn’t hot dogs catch on like hamburgers?**

Because hamburger places don’t threaten to execute people who ask for ketchup?

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**Author:** ![Ludovic](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/7ab992/32.png) [@Ludovic](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ludovic)\
**Post date:** [March 1, 2020, 6:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671/195 "2020-03-01T18:02:13Z")

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**Misread thread titles  
Paltrow introduces vagina scented candle**

Wait, that’s not a misread thread title! :eek:

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**Author:** ![Ludovic](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/7ab992/32.png) [@Ludovic](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ludovic)\
**Post date:** [March 2, 2020, 12:34am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671/196 "2020-03-02T00:34:58Z")

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\*\* Sex Work in New Zealand - Can It Be Paired With Other Jobs?  
What can I make out of 200 spent NO2 canisters?\*\*

Depends - are you in New Zealand?

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**Author:** ![Jackmannii](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/jackmannii/32/311_2.png) [@Jackmannii](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jackmannii)\
**Post date:** [March 2, 2020, 2:31am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671/197 "2020-03-02T02:31:34Z")

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**resolved - I will no longer hate Trump supporters  
I pit the South**

Well, you gotta hate _somebody_.

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**Author:** ![Ludovic](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/7ab992/32.png) [@Ludovic](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ludovic)\
**Post date:** [March 2, 2020, 11:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671/198 "2020-03-02T11:05:28Z")

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**Joker gets 11 Oscar Nominations. I still say it sucked.  
Your top-3 needle drops in movies**

I’d say that’s more of a “hot take” than a “needle drop”.

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**Author:** ![Ludovic](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/7ab992/32.png) [@Ludovic](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ludovic)\
**Post date:** [March 2, 2020, 1:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671/199 "2020-03-02T13:20:05Z")

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\*\* How concerned are you about this Coronavirus?  
Interacting with son’s best friend’s dad\*\*

Don’t do it! You could catch Coronavirus!

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**Author:** ![Annie-Xmas](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/ecc23a/32.png) [@Annie-Xmas](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Annie-Xmas)\
**Post date:** [March 2, 2020, 3:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/these-sequential-threads-see-in-2020/845671/200 "2020-03-02T15:02:04Z")

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**Misread thread titles  
Paltrow introduces vagina scented candle**

That’s VINEGAR scented candle, you dolt

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