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Diary Entry #3: The Numbers 33 and 1,000

Shades of Greaves • 117 implied HN points • 25 Oct 23
🎭️ Culture Writing Creativity Humor Community Books
  1. Being '33-people-in-a-theater-famous' can be incredibly fulfilling, showcasing the impact a small, dedicated audience can have.
  2. The concept of '1,000 True Fans' highlights the value of building a dedicated community to support and sustain creative work.
  3. Unexpected encounters like experiencing a flight delay due to a 'VIP' can lead to humorous yet reflective moments, appreciating the unique experiences in life.

The Funny Pages in Modern Times

Ironic Sans • 318 implied HN points • 28 Feb 23
🎭️ Culture Comics Humor
  1. The author used ChatGPT to help create a personalized comic strip page without knowing how to code.
  2. Discovering new and updated comic strips through personalized RSS feeds can enhance the reading experience.
  3. Despite existing services like GoComics Premium, curating comics from a wider range of sources can offer a more diverse reading selection.

A Ham Sandwich Walks Into A Bar

Sounds Good! • 39 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Literature Humor Music Art & Illustration
  1. The post discusses the humor and insensitivity of joking about the deaths of famous singers Karen Carpenter and Mama Cass with references to ham sandwiches.
  2. It highlights the idea that reducing someone's legacy to a joke can be disrespectful and hurtful.
  3. The post reflects on how jokes involving ham sandwiches are often used as shortcuts to avoid more meaningful or thoughtful discussions.

You're smart

Becoming Noble • 259 implied HN points • 12 May 23
🎭️ Culture Art & Illustration Literature Fiction Faith & Spirituality Humor
  1. Encourage readers' opinions: The author appreciates readers' sophisticated contributions and encourages them to voice their thoughts more frequently.
  2. Engaging with cultural works: The discussion delves into the interpretation of cultural works like Harry Potter in terms of political ideologies, showcasing diverse perspectives.
  3. Joining liberal organizations: The importance of engaging with different viewpoints and building with people who promote progress and meritocracy is highlighted.
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01/11/24 - You never see real life in news.

Moly’s Substack • 39 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Social Commentary Internet culture Satire Relationships Humor
  1. People in their 30s might still be single because of factors like appearance, temper, laziness, or being too picky.
  2. Korea is facing a declining birth rate and population collapse, leading to economic and social challenges in the future.
  3. Real life situations often differ from what is portrayed in the news and online discussions.

The After-Afterparty

Skunk Ledger • 215 implied HN points • 02 May 23
📚 Literature Fiction Humor Science Philosophy
  1. The protagonist wins a forecasting tournament and celebrates extravagantly with cuddle therapists and predictions.
  2. A confrontation with an archnemesis leads to a discussion on modeling uncertainties and reaching a consensus.
  3. A black swan intervenes to teach the importance of collaboration and addressing assumptions in disagreements.

The internet lost its shit over Wendy's 'surge pricing'

Situation Normal • 12 HN points • 03 Mar 24
🎭️ Culture Food & Drink Social media Humor
  1. Wendy's 'surge pricing' sparked a huge internet backlash, with many criticizing the concept of changing hamburger prices based on market demand.
  2. Other fast food chains like Chili's and Burger King took advantage of the situation by using empathy and snark in their responses.
  3. The confusion around Wendy's 'surge pricing' led to a humorous encounter at a Wendy's restaurant, where a customer tried to 'price lock' a chicken sandwich combo meal.

April Update

Shades of Greaves • 157 implied HN points • 20 Apr 23
📚 Literature Humor Publishing Authors Books Writing
  1. The author finished writing a book and is now preparing for proofreading and printing, with an option for pre-ordering.
  2. The author highlights the importance of supporting Black women athletes and shares recent writing on the topic of criticisms in sports.
  3. The newsletter includes a fun and humorous quiz comparing Thomas Pynchon novels to 90's R&B groups, showcasing light-hearted content.

Some Good Things for Thanksgiving

Think Future • 39 implied HN points • 22 Nov 23
🎭️ Culture Food & Drink History Music Humor Faith & Spirituality
  1. Avoid discussing controversial topics like future, religion, and government during Thanksgiving to keep interactions positive.
  2. Watch comforting videos with family, like historical recipes, ASMR, and instructional clips to enjoy the holiday spirit.
  3. Find joy and gratitude in the beauty of the world and the moments shared with friends and family during Thanksgiving.

Riffing On The Cosmic Joke

Weekly Wisdom • 139 implied HN points • 19 Apr 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Humor Philosophy
  1. Understanding the various theories of humor like superiority theory, relief theory, incongruity theory, and benign violation theory illuminates why we laugh and its significance in human experiences.
  2. Humor serves as a tool for expressing joy, bringing levity to life's heaviness, and addressing serious topics while promoting social bonding and self-reflection.
  3. Exploring the concept of the cosmic joke reveals profound insights about human limitations, the pursuit of enlightenment, and the paradoxical nature of existence.

Clever driver

Situation Normal • 86 implied HN points • 09 Apr 23
🎭️ Culture Humor Travel Business Family
  1. The narrator opted for a Lyft ride instead of asking their mom for a lift to the airport.
  2. The Lyft driver turned a car ride into a business opportunity to sell his car with high mileage.
  3. The conversation highlights the creative business mindset of the Lyft driver named Clever.

Big Tabasco

Situation Normal • 79 implied HN points • 12 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture Food & Drink Humor Social media Friendship
  1. Calling friends for a chat without texting first can make the conversation more genuine and meaningful.
  2. Sometimes feeling like you're not making progress in life as expected is a common sentiment, but having friends to talk to can provide comfort and perspective.
  3. Even simple errands like a trip to the store with a friend can turn into a memorable experience, highlighting the importance of human connection.

Is there good reason to forgive off-color jokes when they're especially funny?

Philosophy bear • 55 implied HN points • 14 Jul 23
📖 Philosophy Ethics Humor Sociology Culture Comedy
  1. Forgiving off-color jokes if they are exceptionally funny is a common norm, even among morally strict individuals.
  2. The defense for this principle includes arguments like the 'enough value' defense and the 'net benefits to the victims' view.
  3. There are downsides to leniency for off-color jokes, such as built-in motivation for comedians, inherent prejudices, and hypocrisy among people.

MEGA65 mousepads, posters, and new ways to support the Digest

Dan’s MEGA65 Digest • 11 implied HN points • 30 Nov 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Design Music Fiction Humor Education
  1. New MEGA65 45GS02 Quick Reference mousepads and posters are available on Zazzle with a discount code ZCYBERDEAL23
  2. Support the MEGA65 Digest and other MEGA65 work through Ko-fi with payment options like PayPal and Stripe
  3. The author lists accomplishments from the past year and plans for the future in supporting the MEGA65 project

From Cheese to Dates: A Humorous Guide to understanding Stock Market

All Things Finance • 1 HN point • 19 Mar 24
💰 Finance Stock Market Investing Guides Humor
  1. The post provides a humorous guide to understanding stock market terms in a fun and easy-to-understand way.
  2. It encourages subscribing to 'All Things Finance' for more enjoyable and clear guides to investing, promising to turn readers into pros while still having fun.
  3. The post hints at a laid-back and accessible approach to learning about finance, compared to traditional dry or intimidating sources.

Equal Outcomes

Anxiety Addiction & Ascension • 19 implied HN points • 27 Jun 23
⚔ Fiction Short Story Satire Humor
  1. The story presents a satirical take on the concept of equal outcomes by showcasing a scenario where well-paid positions are replaced with workers of diverse backgrounds, using random numbers for equity.
  2. It humorously portrays the bureaucratic nature of implementing equal outcomes, from discussing transfers based on unique criteria to suggesting self-declaration for future transfers.
  3. The narrative touches on societal malaise, mentioning the reduction in entertainment and the prediction of widespread depression, with a dark nod to historical events for potential diversion.

Scuba-Diving Junkies

The Gilded Page • 19 implied HN points • 18 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture Travel Humor Community Lifestyle Art
  1. Adjusting to life in a new country can be challenging due to cultural differences and unfamiliarities.
  2. Finding local connections and resources, like a popular pub, can help immensely with integration.
  3. Creative solutions and local practices, like free furniture pickups or unique employment ideas, can make living abroad more manageable and interesting.

Book Review: “Do You Talk Funny?” by David Nihill 4/5

Poczwardowski Notes • 19 implied HN points • 30 Dec 22
📚 Literature Book review Humor Public Speaking
  1. Emperor penguins are the tallest and heaviest penguins but are not as tall as imagined, at around 110 centimetres high.
  2. Children see the world with everything seemingly too big; having reference points helps understand size.
  3. The book 'Do You Talk Funny?' by David Nihill is practical, humorous, and emphasizes storytelling for memorable public speaking.

Cat City

The 21st Century Proletarian • 19 implied HN points • 17 Sep 22
🎭️ Culture Animation Analysis Storytelling Humor Relationships
  1. Cat City is a short animation that tells a deep story about the human experience in just 181 seconds.
  2. The cat protagonist's journey reflects themes of alienation, loneliness, capitalism, and the desire for autonomy and connection.
  3. The animation explores complex emotions and relationships, making viewers reflect on their own feelings and judgments.