Category Archives: Humor

Fun with Young Frankenstein

Posted on September 22, 2014 by Fenster

Fenster writes: Must have been a labor of love to put together:

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Unexpected Celebrity Perfumes, Five Ways

Posted on September 13, 2014 by Eddie Pensier

Eddie Pensier writes: Every celebrity has their own fragrance nowadays. And frankly, those of us who appreciate the art of perfumery generally don’t think much of star-hyped scents: the lion’s share of their budget tends to go toward packaging and … Continue reading →

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Tumblr Du Jour: PopSonnet

Posted on August 25, 2014 by Eddie Pensier

Eddie Pensier writes: From PopSonnet, whose author recasts well-known songs in Shakespearean iambic pentameter. Link via Maggie McNeill.

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Five Things I Learned From Watching 37 Episodes Of “Yes, Minister”

Posted on August 13, 2014 by Eddie Pensier

Eddie Pensier writes: Illness has struck the Pensiers: at least two members of our household have spent the last six days walking around in various states of poor health. To fill up the gaping maw of daylight hours while I … Continue reading →

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Diagram Du Jour

Posted on August 4, 2014 by Eddie Pensier

Eddie Pensier writes: Pretty much. By Courtisane. Link thanks to Andrew Langer.

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The Mike Tyson Mysteries

Posted on July 30, 2014 by Eddie Pensier

Eddie Pensier writes: From our good friend Raymond Padilla of RPAD.TV, comes this epic trailer of the upcoming Adult Swim series. Your reaction will probably fall into one of two general categories: a) This is a harbinger of the downfall … Continue reading →

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Cartoon Du Jour

Posted on July 24, 2014 by Blowhard, Esq.

Blowhard, Esq. writes: Via Eddie Pensier, I had this particular strip tacked up on my desk for years.

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Choose Your Own Caption

Posted on July 9, 2014 by Eddie Pensier

Eddie Pensier writes: Dearest readers, do kindly take a long, appraising look at the recently revealed opening ceremony uniforms for Scotland’s Commonwealth Games athletes. Observe what has been done to this group of fit, attractive young people. Let it sink in. … Continue reading →

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Emergency Laughter Archive

Posted on June 30, 2014 by Eddie Pensier

Eddie Pensier writes: The past week has been an unpleasant one around Rancho Pensier. I found myself needing cheer and laughter in large quantities. I had no choice but to turn to that cache of fail-safe funny things that never fail … Continue reading →

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On The Menu: Lobster Tail with a Side of Delightful Writing

Posted on June 12, 2014 by Glynn Marshes

Glynn Marshes writes: Albert Burneko. Deadspin. How To Cook Lobster Tails: A Guide For People Who Don’t Have Butlers To Do All The Work. A taste: The truth about lobster is this: It is less flavorful, less sweet, more bland … Continue reading →

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