Traitor to the Name Megatron

Back in my day, Transformers fandom split following the release of the animated series Beast Wars: Transformers. Unsatisfied with this new series in general, one of the factions used the phrase, “traitor to the name,” in reference to the character Megatron.

Although a debt of gratitude is owed to her for the organization of the BotCon in 1995, Raksha became even more notorious following her comments on the first episode of Beast Wars.

Kitto I must write a disclaimer about the images that appear in the advertisements on the following website linked in this post:

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The following is the article about Raksha:

Raksha - Encyclopedia Dramatica
“Raksha (her actual legal name. her birth name was reported to be lost to the sands of time but is almost certainly Jovanka Kink) is a notorious Transformers fan, known mostly for her creepy near-sexual fetishization of the Decepticons and her fervent insistance that the Decepticons are in fact the true heroes of the Transformers story. When not fawning over how awesome and handsome Megatron is, she writes fanfic where her Mary Sue character has sex with alternately Megatron, Soundwave and Cyclonus.”

For the record, I love every iteration of The Transformers, which is why I am so keen on the Hub, the channel formerly known as Discovery Kids, where the newest iteration of The Transformers is set to soon be broadcast. Anyway, I should return to my story.

Finding that Benson Yee consulted on Beast Wars and at least one episode (“Possession”) of Beast Wars loosely referenced on an episode (“Starscream’s Ghost”) from the original Transformers series, I formally decided that all the episodes were based on episodes from the original series, after noting the similarities between “The Trigger, Parts 1 and 2” and “Golden Lagoon”.

Blindly confident in this new knowledge, and just to be ornery, I decided to take on Raksha on the Transformers newsgroup. As I soon discovered, I had made the extreme jump in logic, which I do sometimes, like your girlfriend.

In her reply, Raksha called alt.toys.transformers a cesspool. Her response completely destroyed me, and I have never apologized to her in the decade since.

Now you all know the real reason I truly do not argue politics today.

This is senseless 000

This is senseless.

Mother Kills Baby For Crying While She Played FarmVille
“Alexandra V. Tobias, a 22-year-old from Jacksonville, Florida, pleads guilty to second-degree murder after shaking her baby son to death for interrupting her game of FarmVille with his crying.”

This is senseless.

ObamaCare: The Facts On Abortion
“A simple, factual explanation of how Obamacare expands abortion coverage in the United States. This video would not have been possible without the extensive research of the National Right to Life Committee (www.nrlc.org). Be sure to check our sources in the annotated footnotes!”

This is senseless.

Web Wanderings 012

Christopher Hurt likes the kind of pages that one can find by following Facebook ads.

Welcome to MelissaDrifts.com!
“So I’ve been getting a lot of questions regarding the Godspeed Turbos… Sooooo here’s what I’ve got so far. I’ve had the T28s on the car for about a month so far, I daily drive the car, drive it to LA from San Diego about once a week, take it to Arizona from San Diego about once a month.”

Christopher Hurt thinks that this might interest at least Chad Maag, and perhaps Sheri Strykowski.

I have PSD
“Photoshop dexterity (PSD) is a skillset acquired by proficient users of Adobe Photoshop, the world’s most ubiquitous digital tool for creating visual ideas. Qualities of PSD include supernatural powers of imagination and an overwhelming desire to constantly make the world more beautiful.”

Guy Kawasaki reveals another way that the world is constantly being made more beautiful:

Czech women seek designer vaginae - Holy Kaw!
“Nips and tucks, augmentations and suctions have expanded to below the belt, and we’re not just talking about butt implants. A plastic surgeon in the Czech Republic has seen an uptick in the number of women seeking so-called designer vaginae, Dr. Svatopluk Svoboda, who studied genital plastic surgeries.”

Because of my involuntary celibacy and my unwillingness to internationally travel, I doubt that I will ever actually see a physical example thereof, and I actually allowed the spell check to correct the plural form thereof.

the definition of thereof - Dictionary.com
“Thereof definition, of that or it. See more.”

Christopher Hurt supposes that Hyundai is again putting the Ford Motor Company on notice.

Twitter / Adam Barrera: The EG Civic is my benchmark ...
“The EG Civic is my benchmark for small-sedan beauty. The first ‘New Edge’ Focus was arresting, too. That new Elantra might reset my compass.”

While watching the Discovery Channel, Christopher Hurt finds the hosts of MythBusters to be highly entertaining.

Mom & Pop Culture: 10 Great TV Role Models for Kids
“They’re geeky. They’re curious. And they’re relentlessly creative in their pursuit of such elusive truths as the relative difficulty of shooting fish in a barrel, the potential benefits of playing dead during a shark attack, and the effects of the color red on the mood of bulls.”

I see their work in frappes becoming more popular, like your girlfriend.

Almost Otaku: Steampunk - - Genre or Fashion Statement? - Anime Vice
“What? You don’t just walk around with a top hat and aviator’s goggles?”

Thanks, Auto123.

James Bond’s Aston Martin DB5 meets 2011 DB9
“Read this car news article from Thursday, October 28, 2010. As reported by Aston Martin Gaydon, U.K. Ahead of the RM auction of the only remaining James Bond DB5 that features.”

Kitto I must write a disclaimer about the strong language that will appear in this post.

I am disappointed in the way Shit My Dad Says was adapted for broadcast on CBS.

Twitter / Justin: ‘He’s a politician. It’s ...
“‘He’s a politician. It’s like being a hooker. You can’t be one unless you can pretend to like people while you’re fucking them.’”

Christopher Hurt finds truth in the following statement:

Robots With Guns Are the Pentagon’s Equivalent of Booth Babes
“The Army is holding a military hardware jamboree in our nation’s capital, and like any trade show, companies want attention. But rather than hiring flirty models, Northrop Grumman is showing off a gun-toting robot they don’t even actually sell.”

Better things are on the way for your afternoon.

Twitter / Brandon Mendelson: Oprah pledged that on her ...
“Oprah pledged that on her channel you won’t hear anyone called a bitch. Discriminating against people with cerebral palsy? Still acceptable.”

If I enjoyed “Hare Hare Yukai” and Dr Pepper this morning, like your girlfriend, but I was disappointed by the Hot Pockets, then the goal of her organdie was achieved.

My Next Big Improv Show, Friday, Oct. 29!

Hello All,

Thank you!

Just a reminder that my Next Big Improv Show happens this Friday, Oct. 29, with a 7:00 p.m. show. The Next Big Improv Show will likely go second.

I deeply appreciate and I am excited about your interest in seeing my performances at the Roving Imp Theater (http://www.rovingimp.com) in Bonner Springs, Kansas.

The Next Big Improv Show is a reality-style competition, designed by the owner and director, John Robison (http://www.rovingimp.com/john-robison/), whom you all have likely met at least once. The contestants will participate in a variety of improv challenges each week. Most weeks the contestants will be eliminated by audience vote, but other weeks we will simply be vying for immunity.

All shows at 7:00 p.m. and are for all ages and sensitivities. To be more accurate, the shows may begin at 8:00 p.m., if they are second in the order that evening, but I highly recommend any shows preceding or following the Next Big Improv Show. Also, the starting time of the second show, around 8:00 p.m., is variable, but usually follows within ten minutes of the first show.

Arrive early for the 7:00 p.m. show for the best seating and to enjoy the coffee!

All improv at the Roving Imp is quality entertainment.

The best and most current information indicates the following dates the Next Big Improv Show:

The Contestants, ages, and hometowns:

Steve Atwell, age 42, Lee's Summit, MO
Danelle Drury, age 29, Pretoria, South Africa
Sylvester Finick, age 19, Kansas City, KS
Chris Hurt, age 32, Merriam, KS
Iniki Jaden, age 17, Kansas City, MO
Jim Lynch, age 42, Shawnee, KS
Matt Massey, age 34, Harrisonville, MO
Derek Ozkal, age 29, Nevada, MO
Cindy Paasch, age 25, Wichita, KS
Christian Robinson, age 32, Seward, NE

Eliminated Contestants
Jessi Burkette, age 22, Overland Park, KS (elim. 10-15-10)
Dennis Logan, age 54, Concordia, KS (elim. 10-15-10)

Performances
We'll be performing the following Fridays:

Oct. 29, 10 contestants playing for immunity
Nov. 12, 10 contestants, one eliminated
Nov. 26, 9 contestants playing for immunity
Dec. 10, 9 contestants, one eliminated
Dec. 30, 8 contestants playing for immunity
Jan. 14, 8 contestants, one eliminated
Jan. 28, 7 contestants, playing for immunity
Feb. 11, 7 contestants, one eliminated
Feb. 25, 6 contestants, one eliminated
March 11, 5 contestants, one eliminated
March 25, 4 contestants, one eliminated & remaining three go on to have their own show

For as many times as you all can make the shows, your support will be appreciated!

Since March 2009, I have also taken classes at the Roving Imp. Currently I am in Level 1A class. My next class show is Friday, October 29 at 7:00 p.m., preceding the Next Big Improv Show.

Further information about classes can be found here:
http://www.rovingimp.com/classes/

Thank you all,

Christopher Hurt

What do you know 007

Turning McDonald’s into bane of my existence, like your girlfriend, I had a coupon for an Angus Wrap, and going inside the restaurant cost me time and made me late to my class at Ottawa University. The classroom door was locked, so I must answer the discussion questions on-line for my points. Now, at the home of Denton, I have used another coupon for McDonald’s.

MillaJ.com :: The Official Milla Jovovich Website :: Lyrics
“What do you know? (repeated throughout) ‘The Mission’ by Puscifer”

Christopher Hurt likes to listen to techno lounge music at a reasonable volume. My Chevy Cavalier posted 28.073 miles per gallon or 8.348 liters per 100 kilometers.

Twitter / jeffalopolis: Facebook needs a ...
“Facebook needs a ‘we’re really starting to wonder about you’ button”

I might like to Visit Japan or Visit Nebraska, but perhaps I should start with a visit to the Merriam Visitors Bureau.

Japan Winter 2011 Travel Specials
“Travel to Japan in 2010. The Official Government Travel Site. Tour Japan and explore Japanese culture and history. The Yokoso Japan campaign offers you a chance to win a trip to Japan in 2010.”

To quote Futurama, I would not say that, like your girlfriend, but I sure am thinking it loudly...

Paul Zerdin Will Make A Dummy Out Of You | Buy Prepackaged Air!
“I’ve always had a soft spot for ventriloquist. What they do is inherently creepy, and I’ve always wondered if their hand was the only thing being stuck in the puppet. At the moment, if the people at Forbes are to be believed that is, Jeff Dunham and Terry Fator rank as the highest grossing.”

Christopher Hurt thinks this might interest at least David Rushing, like your girlfriend.

Happy ‘Back to the Future’ Time Travel Day! - Holy Kaw!
“Just in case you weren’t feeling old enough, today – October 26th – marks twenty-five years since Marty McFly took off from the town square for his blast to the past and near-Oedipal experience. Live it up, since you may only get one – or two – chances.”

Christopher Hurt still cheers for the Chevrolet Volt!

2011 Chevy Volt Classified As ULEV by CARB, Emits More CO2 Than Prius, Ineligible For Carpool Stickers
“0.3 grams per mile. That’s how much off the mark, in terms of CO2 emissions, the 2011 Chevy Volt was from being classified as a ULEV as it rolls today, however, the 2011 Chevy Volt is a LEV (low...”

The California Air Resources Board is certainly mischievous, like your girlfriend.

Twitter / jeffalopolis: I like to CC one of my ...
“I like to CC one of my coworkers on things for no reason other than he already gets too much email.”

Christopher Hurt says, “Whoa.”

Bill & Ted’s Excellent Reunion | Tosh.0 Blog
“The Internet loves two thing: nostalgia and Keanu Reeves. So you know the whole web totally freaked out when this picture above hit the series of tubes.”

I just brought three custom candy bars at work, and each has a coupon for dollars off pizza from Pizza Hut!

Personalized Chocolate Gifts
“Personalized chocolate gifts for every occasion. Includes chocolate gift baskets & custom candy bars.”

EcoTip: Recycling raises money for scholarships

“So far this year JCCC’s recycling efforts have earned $4,810 that will go towards college scholarships. We are in the process of creating a plan to make recycling on campus easier and more convenient for everyone.

Questions or comments, contact Michael Rea.”

PayPal Introduces its Micropayment Solution
“Keeping good on a promise made earlier this summer, PayPal, one of the most popular online payment providers, announced today the unveiling of a micropayment solution. According to ...”

JCCC about 44 percent of the way to United Way goal

“Have you done your part to Live United?

So far, JCCC employees have pledged $39,067.53 toward the college United Way goal of $88,000. You’ve still got a week to pledge if you haven’t already – the campaign ends Wednesday, Nov. 3.

Full-time employees can make their United Way pledge online; part-time employees will need to use a paper pledge form, available from one of the United Way volunteers.”

Yeah, I admit using news items to transition between news items is not very effective, like your girlfriend.

Williams: NPR Firing Over Muslim Remark ‘Amounts to Censorship’
“Ex-NPR analyst Juan Williams said Sunday that his firing over a comment about Muslims amounts to censorship, adding that it was despicable for an NPR executive to later suggest he was unstable.”

Now is the time to Defund NPR, which is an initialism in part.

Christopher Hurt lists in alphabetical order: Chrysler, the Ford Motor Company, General Motors, and Hyundai. Volkswagen of America Public Relations would probably like for me to add that VW is looking to soon become the second largest automaker in the world, by number of units produced annually.

Hyundai wants to be more American than Ford, GM, and Chrysler by Building build 80% of its U.S.-sold...
“Hyundai, in another bold move to continue attracting American consumers and impressing the public, will soon be building up to 80% American-sold cars in the US (as long as the Elantra makes as big a splash as the Sonata). That would make the little Korean-that-could as ‘American’ as Ford, GM, and apple pie.”

Before March, I would also like to remind you:

Twitter / G. S. Satish Kumar: What do bullet proof vests ...
“What do bullet proof vests, fire escapes, windshield wipers and laser printers all have in common? Ans. - All invented by women. #facts”

Further about the fiasco at NPR, Twinprov recently joked that Fox News had fired Glenn Beck for reporting facts.

Chevy and Ford Diesels Get Ready to Rumble in Colorado - PickupTrucks.com News
“Remember the heavy-duty high altitude towing and exhaust brake challenge that Chevrolet issued to Ford a month ago? It's so on. We've got two one-ton diesel pickups ready to rumble in the Colorado Rockies in the next few days.”

Christopher Hurt agrees with PickupTrucks.com, especially about the Nissan Leaf.

Twitter / PickupTrucks.com: I'm shocked! J.D. Power ...
“I’m shocked! J.D. Power Reports Future Global Market Demand for Hybrid and Battery Electric Vehicles May Be Over-Hyped.”

I would likely buy a regular cab with a short bed, if I was to buy a Ram truck. My father now has two trucks made in 1994 by the Ford Motor Company, and a 1994 Chevy Silverado.

Which are conveniently sized for a large pizza from Pizza Hut and a 2-liter bottle of Dr Pepper to go, I just found two spaces in the refrigerator, which is not a unit by Sub-Zero and Wolf.

Well, what do you know, 007? Charlie B. Barkin needs Brazil.

Demand the Liberal Media Tell the Truth!

Although many pastels color the landscape of American politics, like your girlfriend, I am tired of being one to whom is lied:

Liberal media bias is nothing new. What is new and unprecedented is the way today’s old guard media have completely abandoned any sense of objectivity in promoting and defending the Obama agenda.

I have just taken a stand with the leading media watchdog organization in America, the Media Research Center (MRC), by adding my name to their “Demand the Liberal Media Tell the Truth!” petition, and I’m urging you to do the same by clicking here:

http://www.mrcaction.org/560/petition.asp?PID=26520125&NID=1

They will send you a free bumper sticker just for signing the petition!

The MRC has been exposing and neutralizing liberal media bias for over twenty years, but they have never seen anything like the current all-out effort by the media to help the President push his liberal agenda. Take a stand right now by clicking below and join with me and thousands of other conservatives who are putting the liberal media on notice and taking this message across the nation.

Click here to sign this important petition:

http://www.mrcaction.org/560/petition.asp?PID=26520125&NID=1


Thanks for joining with me.


Mr. Christopher Hurt

Where was this 005

Christopher Hurt wonders, “Where was this during my first course back at Ottawa University, Grammar Girl?”

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Christopher Hurt is less surprised that 60 Minutes will be featuring Top Gear than he is that CBS actually has programming on Sunday nights.

Video: 60 Minutes interviewing the Stig on Sunday — Autoblog
“The Stig on 60 Minutes – Click above to watch video after the jump Good news if you haven’t had your fill of Stigate just yet.”

Christopher Hurt is still so proud of his sisters Kimberly and Pamela for their watching a drifting event on SPEED.

Video: Cadillac CTS-V drifts its wheels off at Monticello — Autoblog
“Cadillac CTS-V is the new smoke monster – Click above to watch video after the jump The 2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe is a lot of things.”

Observing that I was F-I-R-S-T to comment about the second birthday of a friend’s son, I demonstrated shallowness and pedantry. If I were an Avatar, I would tell James Cameron to stop remaking Fern Gully with Aliens and go back to making documentaries.

Oldest object in universe found - Holy Kaw!
“Homing in on an object found during the Hubble Space Telescope's long, deep stare into the distant past, astronomers have fished out a galaxy whose light has traveled more than 13 billion light-years to get here, making it the oldest astronomical object found so far.”

I had previously believed that to be Goldie Hawn.

For a time the animated series The Critic was on-line, and while one waited for the animation to load, there was a Q&A game. Turns out, by six months, dirt is older than Goldie Hawn.

Actually, I had first commented on my friend’s status with an emoticon or smiley, but after his wife made a few comments, I later emphasized that I was first.

Facebook Goes Down; Second Major Outage in a Month
“Facebook is experiencing yet another episode of downtime, and the web is noticing.”

Christopher Hurt is trying to install World of Warcraft®, but the activation process may have messed up, and I might have downloaded a version of FREE ten (10) day trial, which does not include the Recruit-a-Friend promotion.

Test Driving Google’s Driverless Car
“That driverless car Google’s been working on? Good Morning America spent some time behind the wheel. They even played chicken with it.”

Christopher Hurt counts 105.75 hours to his next show with the Next Big Improv Show at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, October 29, at The Roving Imp Theater and Roving Imp Coffee House!