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Paranoia. Hypochondria. Delusions of Grandeur.


8.31.2006  

This is an old Internet parlor trick (six cards appear; you select one; the computer shows you five cards with your selection missing), but it's worth checking out again:

ESP Experiment

Oh, I don't mean that it's incredible or "psychic"... just that you ought to read the comments that the guy has received from people offering their explanation on how it works. To wit:

From Tara R.
Quantum mechanics may permit synchronicity of thought and computer software. I suggest that, on the quantum level, you were able to predict the card I selected even before I selected it. It is also possible that my brainwaves may influence your software. Although this seems far-fetched, we know that brainwaves are detectable with SQUID (superconducting quantum interference devices.)

posted by Christopher Null | 9:30 PM


8.30.2006  

Whoa, now that's deep.

Underground HipHop 4 Dummies: Rap Lyrics Translated

posted by Christopher Null | 2:47 PM
 

Ok, so yesterday I got this in the mail. It was for Richard H. Ryan, who apparently lived here at some point in the past. (The house is 85 years old... it's had its share of occupants.)

Richard owed people some money. Now they want to get it back. Specifically, $3,647.93.

Now check the linked photo (of the debt collection notice) closely.

His last payment to Citibank... was 21 years ago. Jesus H. Christ!

Now I've always thought that people write off debts after a year, two years... five years? But 1985, you have got to be kidding. Something to remember if you're having credit problems.

Anyway Richard, feel free to look into these opportunities. You can pay off this debt for just $60 a month for the rest of your life. Have fun.

debtcollector.jpg

posted by Christopher Null | 12:40 PM


8.29.2006  

More conversations I never thought I'd have. (The three-year-old was in the back seat, and I was driving.)

Zoe: "Hey, take this!"
Me: "What?"
Zoe: "It was in my nose!"
Me: "What! What is it?"
Zoe: "I wanna throw it away!"
Me: "Uh... hang on. Uh... don't wipe it on anything! What is it!"
Zoe: "It's white!"
Me: "Uh... uh... is it soft?"
Zoe: "Yeah, I wanna throw it away!"
Me: "Ok, ok. Just hang on until we get there."

Turns out it was a ball of lint... wet and nasty lint, but probably the best possible outcome.

posted by Christopher Null | 9:15 AM


8.28.2006  

This is totally the way I feel about getting rid of old crap. Like the guy, not the lamp, I mean. Getting rid of stuff is good!

Ikea - unboring - That is because you crazy.

posted by Christopher Null | 8:51 PM


8.26.2006  

Great. In addition to all the calls I get for "Mister Chen," who apparently used to have my phone number, now I'm getting robo-called daily from the number 720-974-0386 urging me to call an 800 number with important information for me. Mr. Chen owes money it seems.... ah, more fun.

Badtux the Snarky Penguin: Bizarre phone calls

posted by Christopher Null | 4:28 PM


8.24.2006  

How come I never heard of this before now?

When you get to the scene with the screaming monkey, click pause, then hit the reverse (<|) button six times, and look for a single frame that's oddly out of place.

Apple - Trailers - Apocalypto - Teaser 1 - Large

Hint:

posted by Christopher Null | 9:34 PM


8.23.2006  

posted by Christopher Null | 1:34 PM


8.20.2006  

Awesome. I remember seeing the Glover appearance when it originally happened.

The 5 Most Obviously Drug-Fueled TV Appearances Ever :: CRACKED.com :: The Comedy Wesbite & Home of CRACKED Mazagine :: humor, parody, satire and more

posted by Christopher Null | 1:55 PM
 



It may not look like much, but this is my endorsement of the day. Basically, I was getting tired of the doorbell ringing at 11PM and seeing my neighbor standing there, saying, "Hey, your garage door is open..." Oh crap, I did it again. This automatic garage door closer takes the hard work of pushing a button out of the equation, automatically closing the door after 2 to 20 minutes (you set it). It also beeps helpfully while the door is open. Works like a charm, took 5 minutes to install, the hardest part of which was figuring out how to get the old button off the wall. At $30, it's already paid for itself as far as I'm concerned.

SkyLink Garage Door Opener 4-in-1 System Model GT-100

posted by Christopher Null | 1:38 PM


8.18.2006  

Already??? Have we learned nothing from the lessons of Macauley Culkin?

Haley Joel Osment charged with drunk driving and drug possession

posted by Christopher Null | 10:37 AM


8.16.2006  

Don't forget to watch Cranky Geeks at 11am PDT Thursday! (Alas I could barely get a word in edgewise... sitting at that end of the table seems doomed since you're never on camera. Sorry.)

crankygeeks : Cranky Geeks Episode 23 - E-Passports, Iran Blog Virus, RIAA, Google gives Free Wi-Fi, Funky USB, Flaming Laptops, and Pensioner Star on YouTube

posted by Christopher Null | 9:55 PM


8.15.2006  

I have 3 invites for this if anyone wants one. Just email me.

Moola

posted by Christopher Null | 4:39 PM


8.13.2006  

I don't know how this could possibly be real, but it sure is funny.

posted by Christopher Null | 8:34 PM


8.11.2006  

Are you cranky? Are you a geek? Well, watch me next Thursday (8/17), 11am PDT, over at crankygeeks.com. Hopefully I'll be talking about something timely like this airport hullabaloo. Mark your calendars.

crankygeeks

posted by Christopher Null | 7:44 PM


8.09.2006  

I bow before this amount of free time.



The Condiment Packet Museum : Misc 1

posted by Christopher Null | 6:37 PM


8.08.2006  

Get ready for the influx of fake Havana Club. Or is the Cuban Havana Club the fake one? Hell, I'm confused.

Chron.com | Havana Club Rum Resurfaces in U.S.

posted by Christopher Null | 6:44 PM


8.07.2006  

Hey, Mr. Wynn! Here's a tip: When you entertain guests in Las Vegas in August for $300 a night, it's a good idea to get the air conditioning to work in the rooms. Just some helpful advice. Yours is a crappy Vegas hotel, I'm afraid.

posted by Christopher Null | 8:59 PM


8.03.2006  

Is this the solution for people yapping at the movies? Hey, it's worth a shot.

First Coast News - Top Stories - The Theater Snitch: Putting the Lid on Movie Loudmouths

posted by Christopher Null | 6:11 PM
 

If you're not in the greater Calgary area on Friday, you can hear me on CHQR radio's website (below) at 10:35PM Eastern / 7:35PM Pacific, talking about the top 50 movie endings. Friday night, yo.

770 CHQR - CHQRAM - 3

posted by Christopher Null | 4:00 PM


8.02.2006  

I just threw up a little bit in my mouth.

Fighting for Net Neutrality and Internet Freedom

posted by Christopher Null | 4:19 PM
 

I guess we'll pay to see anything.

Movies: 'Superman II'—Take II - Newsweek Periscope - MSNBC.com

posted by Christopher Null | 2:07 PM

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