The Internet is rising up in protest on February 11th

Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Stale zaniness 008

Twitter / Chris Pirillo: “I bet @Oprah’s final episode will conclude with her waking up next to Bob Newhart and exclaiming it was all just a dream.”
Double Take ‘Toons: Soap Oprah? : NPR
“After 25 years on the air, Emmy and Academy Award Winner Oprah Winfrey will tape her last show today. Cam Cardow looks at the hoopla and Mike Smith, the impact of the Media giant’s departure on her fans.”
I offer for the record: I have never been her fan, I welcome her departure, and I wish a speedy recovery to the affected or infected.
Oprah Winfrey: We will miss you
“Today is the last Oprah show in the history of television. To us in Opera this is really sad news. As a tribute to Oprah and her fans, we've been digging in our mailbox in order to give you Opera’s ‘Best of Oprah mails to Opera’ best of.”
Live Blogging Oprah’s Final Show
“Well, Oprah’s final show is here. Depending on your level of Oprah love, it’s time to either get out your tissue box or your vomit...”
The time is for me to get out my vomit.
Why did Oprah matter?
“Unlike so many trumped-up celebrations of famous people, the three-day farewell to Oprah Winfrey...”
Come on, people, please find a better way to waste your time:
South Park: Crack baby Athletic Association - Preview: Hear Us Out
“Cartman discusses his plan to help out those poor babies addicted to crack.”
Facebook, you really need to stop your being such a distraction. I am trying to write a request for an academic transcript. I will likely never know who has unfriended me this time.
Has Your Facebook Profile Made This #1 Mistake?
“You might be missing out on a golden opportunity to plug your fan page right at the top of your profile.”
The problem could be that your Cadillac is just a dressed-up Chevrolet.
Truck Trend Garage: 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT Parking Assist Stopped Working
“My 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT was rear-ended and I had it repaired at a good body shop. They replaced everything including sensors in the bumper, wiring, and module. They can’t figure it out. What else could be wrong? Read on to learn more about this truck trend garage article from the truck and SUV...”
Tenderloin Technology Lab, newly refurbished
“The Tenderloin Technology Lab (TTL), a partnership between St. Anthony Foundation and San Francisco Network Ministries, unveiled a newly refurbished...”
This was not quite as delicious as the name would imply, Cheese & Burger Society.
Final Minutes Of Last Harry Potter Movie To Be Split Into Seven Separate Films
“Warner Bros. will re-cut the last four minutes of The Deathly Hollows: Part 2 and stretch it into seven films so fans can enjoy the Harry Potter franchise for another decade.”
Yeah, sorry, The Onion, but John Robison and David Rushing already broke this story:
BREAKING: Enraged 500-Foot Bin Laden Emerges From Sea
“ATLANTIC OCEAN—Multiple sources have now confirmed that Osama bin Laden, thought to have been killed and buried at sea weeks ago, has emerged from the Atlantic Ocean, rising to the tower height of 500 feet.”
Twitter / MC Thumbtack: “Thought Towel Day was Wear a Towel To Work Day and every time I bend over I have to tell my coworkers ‘Don’t panic!’”
Scion xB Named as 2011 Car With The Best Resale Value
“The Scion xB has been named by Kiplinger as having the best resale value in the Under $20,000 category of 2011 car models.
Fortunately Aston Martin makes something much better:
Aston Martin V12 Zagato heads from Villa d‘Este to the race trackAutoblog
“Aston Martin V12 Zagato – Click above for high-res image gallery Some concepts debut at an auto show and are never heard from again.”
Does anyone else suddenly want some Hardee’s?
Cheezburger CEO Planning WordPress-Style News 2.0 Software
“Once you’ve built an empire of funny cat pictures and other user-generated comedy ephemera, what do you do next? Ben Huh, CEO of the sprawling Cheezburger network of comedy websites, has begun discussing a side-project he’s working on called The Moby Dick Project.”
LOL >> The Incorrect Physics of My Little Pony [VIDEO]
“Yep, you read that headline right. Here's a 10-minute video of a student explaining to his class why the physics in My Little Pony is totally wrong.”
Yes, I love The Hub!
Help Imo’s support military families!
“In honor of Military Appreciation Month, Imo’s is running a special Check-in for Charity Deal through Facebook. For the entire month of May, Imo’s will donate $1 per Facebook check-in* to Operation Shower, a nonprofit organization that throws baby showers for expecting military families in deployment...”
Hey, Mercedes-Benz Mixed Tape, thank you for the free download! I will be using the iTunes once I am home!
Mixed Tape » Your platform for new talents and free mp3s!
“Instant mood boost guaranteed: Our latest Mixed Tape ‘Violet Vibes’ boats the crème of new international talents, from poppy experiments to the smoothest of hip-hop. So, are you ready for some addictive sounds?”
Whether I am ready for some addictive sounds depends on what your definition of addictive sounds is.
William Jefferson Clinton Is Right
“Daniel Foster writes on NRO: Bill Clinton fears that the Democrats are going to stand pat on Medicare, and implicitly admits that they are using the issue to fear-monger for short-term political gain. Bill Clinton. When the two met backstage at a debate on the debt held by the Pete Peterson Foundation...”
Let us suppose for the moment that you are correct.
Washington D.C. politicians play ‘Bush Blame Game’ on debt and deficits | Don’t Put It On Our Tab
“Influential liberal blogger Ezra Klein writes, ‘In other words, cut the financial crisis and the major initiatives from the Bush-era out of the picture, and we’d be in pretty good shape. In fact, we’d be in great shape.’”
Telling the truth does not validate your politics.
Obama to Palestinians: Seeking statehood in UN a ‘mistake’ - Christians United for Israel
“Speaking in London, US president says conflict rests on 4 points: Borders, security, refugees, J’lem; second two points require ‘wrenching concessions’; says Hamas still not partner for peace.”

Now that the moment has passed, you are in fact wrong again.

President Obama suffers royal toast mishap
“‘God Save the Queen’ starts early during President Obama’s toast to the Queen meaning no one can drink until the music stops.”
The Radio Equalizer: MSNBC’s Ed Schultz calls radio host Laura Ingraham a ‘slut.’
“‘And what do the Republicans thinking about? They’re not thinking about their next-door neighbor. They’re just thinking about how much this is going to cost. President Obama is going to be visiting Joplin, Mo., on Sunday but you know what they’re talking about, like this right-wing slut, what’s her ...’”

PRIOR Design takes on the Bentley Continental GT Cabriolet

ILM - The Magic Behind the VFX of Transformers Revenge of the Fallen
“ILM Visual Effects Supervisor discusses the visual effects of Michael Bay’s Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen.”
Discovery HD Theater :: TV Listings :: Motorweek at the New York International Auto Show
Rebellion R1k Ultima GTR by Jon Olsson
“In February we showed sketches and renders of Jon Olsson’s latest project: Rebellion R1k. Now after 6 months of development the Rebellion R1k is finished.”
Sony Pictures Shows ‘The Amazing Spider-Man’ Some Love, Releasing a New Teaser Poster
NOVA | Secrets of the Parthenon
“How did the ancient Athenians build this near-flawless icon of Greece’s Golden Age?”
Twitter / Jeff Dunham: “WALTER: The only way Lady Gaga would shock me now is if she wore a t-shirt, jeans, and some flip-flops.”

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