October 2008
20 posts
Overconfidence
How funny would it be if Obama campaigned as a Muslim today for Halloween?
WatchAs I watch this video, I wonder if something like this proposal is possible to currently implement in this country. If a politician can’t mention raising taxes and win a political office, how can the government ask its citizens to make any substantial sacrifice? I believe permanent political campaigns and around-the-clock news coverage have dangerously undermined our leaders’ ability...
Susanna writes one of my favorite CH Columns, “Parents Just Don’t Understand.” It showcases reader anecdotes about their parents’ inability to understand technology. Here’s one from today:
My Mom became a fanatic about the cleanliness of our front yard at home. I couldn’t even walk outside when I was at home in my pajamas. When I asked her why she, all of a...
WatchSeason premiere of 30 Rock.
"The Lady's Halloween Costume Idea Generator" →
Every answer it spits out is “sexy cat,” unless you check that your body type is “overweight.” In that case, it just spits out “cat.”
"Most Popular Items On 6 Internet Sites" →
This article made me consider the effect of Osama Bin Laden actually endorsing either Obama or McCain within the next two weeks. Talk about suddenly changing everything!
“Slim Shady, that jackass everybody fell in love with? Yeah, he’s back.”
– Eminem hits the mic again
So weird to read this today. Yesterday I rediscovered Eminem on my iPod walking to work and texted Jake, who like me, used to be really into him.
Me- Listening to Marshall Mathers LP. It’s so good. What happened?
Jake- Once you reach the top, it can be hard to know...
Amongst the chaos, these are refreshing to watch.
Nouriel Roubini: 'Nick Denton Is An Anti-Semite... →
I love how Nick’s response to this guy’s anti-semite charge doesn’t include the silver bullet retort “Uhhh… I’m Jewish.”
Very Dentonian.
This may sound weird, but I wish The Daily Show had fewer jokes. I’d much rather see Jon Stewart giving his take on the day’s news than the goofy segments and pre-taped bits that come during the second segment.
From: Jeff Rubin Sent: Wednesday, October 15, 2008 11:21 AM To: Josh Abramson; EDITORIAL Subject: IM From Dave Cho
For those who didn’t hear me just read it out loud: 11:17 GOSSIP GIRL. Woah, Serena is a bitch 11:18 that is not what I meant to paste
The Earth's Facebook News Feed →
This is a new weekly feature on CollegeHumor. I love the idea.
Favorite line from this edition: George W. Bush removed “Giving A Fuck” from his interests.
Want a Long-Term Investment Tip? Buy oil. →
A Tour of Jay Walker's Library →
I met Jay about a year ago (he’s a friend of Diller’s) and had a good conversation with him. He has a great framework for taking a step back from any project or business and deconstructing how future trends may affect it.
When I told him I loved his technique and appreciated his sharing it, he replied “I love talking about the future. It’s where we’ll be spending...
Weird Al: Forefather of the YouTube Spoof →
As always, he’s the coolest.
Rejected New CollegeHumor Character
Guy who loves Subway sandwiches but hates Indian people.
Glenn Beck: America's chilling future →
Not without a few flaws, but worth reading.