The English: Are They Human? Case Study 1: The Hartlepool Monkey Hangers

The Maestro - August 27, 2020September 12, 2020

Welcome to The Maestro's newest series! Over the next few months, we're going to be following in the footsteps of famed Dutch sociologist G.J. Renier, a brilliant man who tried, and failed, to understand English society and its myriad peculiarities and ridiculousness. Of all the nations in the world, I

Your Bastille Day Tuesday Evening Open Thread

Beerguyrob - July 14, 2020July 14, 2020

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NFL Nuggets: Today is all about getting paid: The Chiefs and DT Chris Jones agreed to a four-year contract worth $85 million. $60 million is guaranteed. Proving there's some money left in the kitty after Mahomes got paid. Actually, Mahomes' extension left the salary cap flat for the next two

Marty Mornhinweg’s Wacky Weapons: The Sizaire-Berwick Wind Wagon

The Maestro - January 31, 2019December 30, 2018

You notice how the Super Bowl is basically never held in cold weather these days? Either they put it in a dome, or else it ends up somewhere in the South where they don't have to worry about cold weather. That's kind of a shame, if you ask me. I

Raging Lesser Semi #1 Open Thread (Belgium v. France)

King Hippo - July 10, 2018July 10, 2018

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Or, as Our Lord put it, the French v. the Pretend French. Anyway, these are some sexy as fuck footballing sides, I shall say that much. I expect the winner here to hoist the trophy at the end, so bet heavily on the Murder Checkerboards/Cuck Liouns winner. Belgium (+200) v. France

Elite Eight Waffles Open Thread (and Some Other Minor Contest)

King Hippo - July 6, 2018July 6, 2018

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Yes, the Elite Eight is upon us, and only mighty Belgium is keeping me interested whatsoever (ok, maybe Les Frogs a little). Coca Bros. pulling me back in to fuck it up at the death was just too much, man. RIP, Sarah Lynn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4GM_tEOkosM France (-105) v. Uruguay (+350; draw +215) (10:00

Messi! Cristiano! Etc.! – World Cup Elimination Open Thread

Don T - June 30, 2018June 30, 2018

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This World Cup has delivered: dynamite games (62% decided by one goal), no team looks unbeatable, two untraditional juggernauts (Belgium and Croatia), penalties penalties penalties… It should get even better in the knockouts, and what a start: a Messi – Cristiano doubleheader. You could argue about their greatness compared to

Farewell, Sweet Prince: World Cup Day 13

Wakezilla - June 26, 2018June 26, 2018

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Good morning! Thank you for coming. I hope you had your cup of Joe and are ready for some intense lesser footy action. Group C and D will finish their group play today. As I was on my way home from work yesterday, I began reflecting on which World Cups I

Your “Anyone but France” Championship Sunday Morning Open Thread

DFOing Good

Wakezilla - July 10, 2016July 10, 2016

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Happy Sabbath! There are a lot of important sporting events happening this morning. Before we begin, did you see this weird Madden glitch catch on Friday? Maple NFL is so crazy. Here's what's on the menu: 1) Wimbledon Final: 5 AM PST. TSN, ESPN Canada's Milos Raonic vs Scotland's Andy Murray: The UK

This Week In Violence! Presents Water Jousting

The Maestro - May 6, 2016May 6, 2016

Game of Thrones has been back for two weeks. I've been stoked as hell about it. Obviously the fantasy elements - the dragons, White Walkers, blood magic, etc. - are the most fun elements of the show, but there's something to be said for the entertainment value from knights, horses,