What exactly are sprinkles, and why do people like them, and are they healthy?
--Belinda
Sprinkles are the little colored mouse turds put on cupcakes and other baked goods which are enjoying unprecedented popularity due to the retro-comfort food epidemic. They are made of pretty much what you'd expect: partially hydrogenated oils, wax, sugar, artificial colors. They are essentially not food, but edible decoration. They are multi-colored for nostalgic purposes, and also because if they were black they would look too much like the mouse turds they are. They aren't mouse turds. They are actually less nutritious than mouse turds.*
*It is not recommeded that you eat mouse turds.
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Roderick Jaynes
I noticed that Roderick Jaynes was nominated for an Oscar for editing for No Country for Old Men. At this Oscar party I was at, someone insisted that he doesn't really exist, and it's the Coen Bros. who do the editing. Is that true.
--Quenton
That's a good question, "Quenton!" It is generally believed that "Roderick Jaynes" is a pseudonym the Coen Brothers use for an editing credit when they edit their own films. In fact, however, Roderick Jaynes is a publicity-shy, elderly, veteran editor who enjoys, with the brothers, pulling the wool over the public's eyes in this fashion. One thing to remember, while they like to come off as clueless dorks, the Coen Brothers are extremely clever and will always be one step ahead of you and the general public.
--Quenton
That's a good question, "Quenton!" It is generally believed that "Roderick Jaynes" is a pseudonym the Coen Brothers use for an editing credit when they edit their own films. In fact, however, Roderick Jaynes is a publicity-shy, elderly, veteran editor who enjoys, with the brothers, pulling the wool over the public's eyes in this fashion. One thing to remember, while they like to come off as clueless dorks, the Coen Brothers are extremely clever and will always be one step ahead of you and the general public.
Monday, February 25, 2008
Deck of Cards
There is this song by T. Texas Tyler, I believe, performed by Tom T. Hall, as well as many lesser acts, called "Deck of Cards" about a soldier using a deck of cards as a prayer book and almanac. I'm thinking of covering it-- however there is a part that says if you count the spots in a deck of cards you get 365, the number of days in a year. What the hell does that mean? No matter how many times I try to count up various markings on decks of cards I don't come up with near anything like 365!
--Johnny T.
The "spots" the song refers to is the numerical designation of each of the cards, the Ace being one, number cards what you'd expect, the Jack is 11, the Queen 12, and the King 13. If you add all those up you get 364. Add one for a Joker and you get 365, and the other Joker can serve as Leap Year! It's really quite uncanny.
--Johnny T.
The "spots" the song refers to is the numerical designation of each of the cards, the Ace being one, number cards what you'd expect, the Jack is 11, the Queen 12, and the King 13. If you add all those up you get 364. Add one for a Joker and you get 365, and the other Joker can serve as Leap Year! It's really quite uncanny.
Sunday, February 24, 2008
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Friday, February 22, 2008
Rubber Ducks
I have noticed that most people have a rubber duck in their bathroom or bathtub. Why?
--anonymous
First of all, we'd like to apologize for the lateness of this reply. We researched this question exhaustively and spent the majority of several meetings discussing, debating, and arguing over this question. One of our senior researchers retired in a huff when the board was unable to reach a consensus.
Finally, we just had to concede that occasionally we will be stumped. Sometimes it is best to just give up and admit that you are human. So we are just going to have to answer this query with a humble but honest reply, "We don't know."
--anonymous
First of all, we'd like to apologize for the lateness of this reply. We researched this question exhaustively and spent the majority of several meetings discussing, debating, and arguing over this question. One of our senior researchers retired in a huff when the board was unable to reach a consensus.
Finally, we just had to concede that occasionally we will be stumped. Sometimes it is best to just give up and admit that you are human. So we are just going to have to answer this query with a humble but honest reply, "We don't know."
If it Rains in Summer, Why is a Duck?
I once had a college class (polysci, I think) where the prof put a bonus question on the final which was "If it rains in summer, why is a duck?" He said anyone who answered that correctly would get an A in the class. No one did, (no one got an A either!) and over the years I've become obsessed with the answer to that riddle.
--Vanessa
Vanessa, the clue to the answer of this riddle is contained in your question. No one got an A in your professor's class.
--Vanessa
Vanessa, the clue to the answer of this riddle is contained in your question. No one got an A in your professor's class.
Sunday, February 17, 2008
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Friday, February 15, 2008
Is it okay to drink distilled water as drinking water?
Is it okay to drink distilled water as drinking water?
--Lue
If you're not aware of what a hotly contested issue this is, you might be surprised at the controversy surrounding this seemingly simple subject. Of course it isn't simple. Nothing about water is simple, and seeing how we, as humans, are pretty much walking bags of water, we should pay attention to the issue of water more than anything.
Experts will tell you reasons for avoiding distilled water, as well as reasons it's okay to drink-- and even desirable. Experts will also tell you that they're experts, then send you a bill. We feel it's appropriate to remind you what you already know: that moderation is the key here, as always. Like distilled alcohol, distilled water can be harmful if that is the only thing you consume. And that goes for all water. Too much water can be fatal, as can not enough.
But generally you can put some of just about everything (though there are exceptions!) in your body in small amounts, or occasionally (note the exceptions!) You can even put your own urine in a purifier and drink that. The danger there, however, is if you happen to be doing that in a $200,000,000 movie, people might not be inclined to come back seven or eight times, or whatever the formula is for making that kind of thing profitable.
--Lue
If you're not aware of what a hotly contested issue this is, you might be surprised at the controversy surrounding this seemingly simple subject. Of course it isn't simple. Nothing about water is simple, and seeing how we, as humans, are pretty much walking bags of water, we should pay attention to the issue of water more than anything.
Experts will tell you reasons for avoiding distilled water, as well as reasons it's okay to drink-- and even desirable. Experts will also tell you that they're experts, then send you a bill. We feel it's appropriate to remind you what you already know: that moderation is the key here, as always. Like distilled alcohol, distilled water can be harmful if that is the only thing you consume. And that goes for all water. Too much water can be fatal, as can not enough.
But generally you can put some of just about everything (though there are exceptions!) in your body in small amounts, or occasionally (note the exceptions!) You can even put your own urine in a purifier and drink that. The danger there, however, is if you happen to be doing that in a $200,000,000 movie, people might not be inclined to come back seven or eight times, or whatever the formula is for making that kind of thing profitable.
Thursday, February 14, 2008
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Wisconson Quarters with an Extra Corn Leaf
Is it true there are Wisconsin quarters-- you know those new ones with the different states on the back-- with an extra leaf on the corn? And if so, how much are they worth!?
--Favre
Yes, it is true. These came out of the Denver Mint, so there will be a little "D" on the front. The mint isn't saying WHY this happened-- as it is an embarrassment. You can compare with a normal Wisconsin quarter-- there is an ear of corn coming up behind the cheese. The coins in question have a pretty obvious extra leaf-- you'll be able to tell if you compare the two.
Since this became well-known, however, people naturally save their Wisconsin quarters, just in case-- so it's been increasingly hard to come across even the normal ones.
Are they worth a million dollars? We estimate that about four million of these quarters are worth a million dollars, but do you want to be putting all those in those paper rolls? In other words, they're not really worth anything. There is no money in coin collecting, generally. It is much more lucrative to be an NFL quarter-back. Don't retire yet, friend!
--Favre
Yes, it is true. These came out of the Denver Mint, so there will be a little "D" on the front. The mint isn't saying WHY this happened-- as it is an embarrassment. You can compare with a normal Wisconsin quarter-- there is an ear of corn coming up behind the cheese. The coins in question have a pretty obvious extra leaf-- you'll be able to tell if you compare the two.
Since this became well-known, however, people naturally save their Wisconsin quarters, just in case-- so it's been increasingly hard to come across even the normal ones.
Are they worth a million dollars? We estimate that about four million of these quarters are worth a million dollars, but do you want to be putting all those in those paper rolls? In other words, they're not really worth anything. There is no money in coin collecting, generally. It is much more lucrative to be an NFL quarter-back. Don't retire yet, friend!
Sunday, February 10, 2008
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How do I search for a search engine?
I know there are new search engines out there, but how do I find the best one? It doesn't seem right to search for a search engine using a search engine!!!
--Tommy Schribble
Tommy, that is exactly what they want you to think. But how else are you going to search for a new search engine? It won't be long before they are all owned by the same company anyway. Imagine that you want to use, say, (fictional search engine name) "Wxyz-Universe" to see if you can find pictures of drunken celebrities or something. And before you hit "search" you have to enter your credit card number and will be charged a small amount for each result you click on. That sounds pretty depressing, doesn't it!? Well, GET USED TO THE IDEA!
Or, you know, you could do things the old way and stop by your church, interrupt your pastor from his studies, and ask him your question. He might have your answer or even loan you a book that will help. I'm not talking about The Bible! I mean an old encyclopedia or something. That might not help, however, with the funny and tragic photos of Britney Spears or Lindsay Lohan.
Or you could come HERE and ask your question! I know it's been several days since you asked THIS one, and the answer may not be satisfying to you, but it is well thought out and definitely not the answer you would get when asking Wxyz-Universe-- and it's free!
--Tommy Schribble
Tommy, that is exactly what they want you to think. But how else are you going to search for a new search engine? It won't be long before they are all owned by the same company anyway. Imagine that you want to use, say, (fictional search engine name) "Wxyz-Universe" to see if you can find pictures of drunken celebrities or something. And before you hit "search" you have to enter your credit card number and will be charged a small amount for each result you click on. That sounds pretty depressing, doesn't it!? Well, GET USED TO THE IDEA!
Or, you know, you could do things the old way and stop by your church, interrupt your pastor from his studies, and ask him your question. He might have your answer or even loan you a book that will help. I'm not talking about The Bible! I mean an old encyclopedia or something. That might not help, however, with the funny and tragic photos of Britney Spears or Lindsay Lohan.
Or you could come HERE and ask your question! I know it's been several days since you asked THIS one, and the answer may not be satisfying to you, but it is well thought out and definitely not the answer you would get when asking Wxyz-Universe-- and it's free!
Saturday, February 9, 2008
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Knowledge Management
Hi! I was looking for a job online and I came across a job requirement that said: "Knowledge Management knowledge is a plus." Does that sound crazy or is it just me? Is there such a thing as "Knowledge Management"? And do I need to know what it is-- or can I just say something like, "minus a management knowledge management"?
--Anonymous
Anonymous, that does sound crazy and it is, and it's good you have a sense of humor about it. Keep that, first of all! As the economic world furthers its death-spiraling shift from production of the tangible to the production of nothing, expanding entities desperately need to find a way to sell nothing for increasing amounts of money in order to hold off extinction. As a job applicant, your strategy should be to practice using words such as filtering, linking, contextualizing, and disseminating in a KM environment. If you want to go all out, read a few articles online, but don't become overwhelmed. It's more important to practice working these phrases into a rational sounding conversational style; practice with a friend (or imaginary friend). It's likely the person interviewing you won't know what you're talking about any more than you do. What they are interested in is someone who can sell nothing convincingly. Most of all, keep laughing!
--Anonymous
Anonymous, that does sound crazy and it is, and it's good you have a sense of humor about it. Keep that, first of all! As the economic world furthers its death-spiraling shift from production of the tangible to the production of nothing, expanding entities desperately need to find a way to sell nothing for increasing amounts of money in order to hold off extinction. As a job applicant, your strategy should be to practice using words such as filtering, linking, contextualizing, and disseminating in a KM environment. If you want to go all out, read a few articles online, but don't become overwhelmed. It's more important to practice working these phrases into a rational sounding conversational style; practice with a friend (or imaginary friend). It's likely the person interviewing you won't know what you're talking about any more than you do. What they are interested in is someone who can sell nothing convincingly. Most of all, keep laughing!
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
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Why do eggs have yolks?
question from "Over EZ"
Do you believe in God, Over EZ? Well, that's beside the point. Have you ever heard the expression, "Which came first, the chicken or the egg?" That's what THAT is all about! The yolk is essentially a little chicken and the white is the "egg"-- which feeds the little chicken until it can feed itself!
The important thing here is to think about how lucky we are to have the distinction between the two. There are many recipes that call for just egg yolk or egg white-- including some drink recipes! Even if you're a vegan, you can still be happy for this miracle of nature-- for the little egg will grow into a big chicken-- and they make fine pets and companions!
I've heard about the development of a uniform yellow egg-- kind of like it gets after you beat the yolk and white together. This sounds tragic to me! Like the seedless grape or watermelon. And the eggs are being designed to be square, no less, to minimize shelf space. This would make it easy for fast food establishments to make cheap egg dishes, but only scrambled or omelet-- never over easy or sunnyside up! And these things would never, EVER grow into chickens! Please write your congressperson, your clergy-person, and other community leaders and ask them to oppose this heinous development!
Do you believe in God, Over EZ? Well, that's beside the point. Have you ever heard the expression, "Which came first, the chicken or the egg?" That's what THAT is all about! The yolk is essentially a little chicken and the white is the "egg"-- which feeds the little chicken until it can feed itself!
The important thing here is to think about how lucky we are to have the distinction between the two. There are many recipes that call for just egg yolk or egg white-- including some drink recipes! Even if you're a vegan, you can still be happy for this miracle of nature-- for the little egg will grow into a big chicken-- and they make fine pets and companions!
I've heard about the development of a uniform yellow egg-- kind of like it gets after you beat the yolk and white together. This sounds tragic to me! Like the seedless grape or watermelon. And the eggs are being designed to be square, no less, to minimize shelf space. This would make it easy for fast food establishments to make cheap egg dishes, but only scrambled or omelet-- never over easy or sunnyside up! And these things would never, EVER grow into chickens! Please write your congressperson, your clergy-person, and other community leaders and ask them to oppose this heinous development!
Saturday, February 2, 2008
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