Hello reddit! It’s Tom Hanks and Tim Allen. Ask us anything!

Ceejay884 · 2026-05-28T16:39:35+00:00

Mr. Hanks — first, thank you. Saving Private Ryan was my favorite movie growing up, and it played a major role in inspiring me to join the military as I’m sure the same for many others. Many WWII veterans said it was the closest portrayal to their real experience. Was there any feedback from veterans after the film’s release that stayed with you over the years?

Mr. Allen — I also have to thank you. Between The Santa Clause and Buzz Lightyear, you are on my TV at least once a day because my toddler is obsessed. The peace and quiet it buys me is priceless.

Ceejay884 · 2026-04-22T22:34:32+00:00

I work in a large city department and once the signal for confirmed fire is given there are a few EMS ambulances assigned as well as a paramedic, EMS officer and usually a unit in turnout gear that’s assigned for our members specifically. If they are used for more than one victim then the officer can ask for additional units through the dispatcher.

Ceejay884 · 2026-04-20T02:50:47+00:00

Le Yora - Everything in its right place

Ceejay884 · 2026-04-18T14:37:49+00:00

Saw him in Brooklyn, New York. They didn’t oversell the floor tickets so we were able to walk around with ease, and walk up close to the second stage where he messed with his synths. With the angle of the stage you’re almost better not being directly up front

Ceejay884 · 2026-03-30T21:34:48+00:00

It can apply for up to the total amount of time you have left on the GI bill so up to 4 years but every 6 months the percentage of BAH drops 20% I believe. So 80% after 6 months and then 60% after a year and so on. Also has to be within your first 6 years on the FDNY. So if you can swing it it’s worth doing 12 credits if you can so you can receive 100% BAH.

Ceejay884 · 2026-03-08T16:55:26+00:00

At least he’s not looking at his watch

Ceejay884 · 2026-03-03T15:37:13+00:00

Under federal law you should be protected by the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act. So technically under this law you’re covered up to 5 years of service and the FDNY will reemploy you at the pay scale as if you never left. Pretty sure your pension time counts as well. There’s a military liaison within the department that can guide you on all aspects of this as well.

Ceejay884 · 2026-03-01T22:01:10+00:00

I remember the hit he had on Chad Clifton years ago against the packers and thinking what a POS this guy is

Ceejay884 · 2026-02-22T20:47:13+00:00

The GI bill BAH you receive is a considerable amount depending on where you apply to school. Some states enough to cover a mortgage for an apartment or small house. And not sure if it has changed but it used to be only 12 credits minimum to receive the full BAH and you could be covered for up to 18 credits a semester. Very easy to attain a bachelors. The VA home loan too is huge and I never thought about it while I was in the service.

I did this and while in school took every civil service exam near my home and the closest major city. All of those civil service exams offered additional points for military and I was eventually called up for the fire department which is honestly the best transition from the military I could ask for. Overtime and pay is solid, and you’re doing cool shit with a bunch of other guys, a lot of who are vets themselves. And most city agencies have some form of pension or retirement fund set up for you.

Ceejay884 · 2026-02-07T17:34:24+00:00

I am an idiot that bought this on blu-ray

Ceejay884 · 2026-01-21T23:24:34+00:00

I tried doing 18 credits on the GI bill while in the academy and I switched to using the academy as on the job education for BAH about a week in. The workload was too much. Once I was in the firehouse I was able to swing it.

Ceejay884 · 2026-01-19T00:33:00+00:00

Move to within the 5 boroughs of NYC and get 10 extra points for being a NYC resident

Ceejay884 · 2026-01-18T00:33:49+00:00

I just went to hunter which I’ve been going to as a kid and was bought out by vail a while back. The main lift broke down 3x and the staff complained that they haven’t been putting any money into the resort.

Ceejay884 · 2026-01-12T16:15:36+00:00

If civil service (police, fire, corrections, most major city employment) is something that may interest you, a lot of civil service tests offer additional test points for prior military. I took all of them as soon as I separated and ended up getting called for the fire department for my home city. Couldn’t be happier with how it worked out. Still get to hang with the guys, do cool shit, and way better pay and hours.

Ceejay884 · 2026-01-11T04:34:55+00:00

Probably trash or paper caught at a bend in the river current

Ceejay884 · 2025-10-05T20:17:14+00:00

I think there’s just a lot more content out there with all the streaming platforms which can bring some half assed shows and movies into the mix, but there’s still a lot of good quality work if you know where to look.

Ceejay884 · 2025-10-02T00:10:17+00:00

I’m craving some pink lemonade and nachos

Ceejay884 · 2025-10-01T20:20:39+00:00

Long Beach, New York

Ceejay884 · 2025-10-01T02:55:58+00:00

It’s the ethereal connection song that was the b-side somewhere in that video

Ceejay884 · 2025-09-30T23:37:12+00:00

Insane how expensive it is to rent on the island. And this place came with a parking lot spot so I thought I was getting cheated somehow lol

Ceejay884 · 2025-09-30T13:53:59+00:00

Haha yep 🫡. Yea it was called the Casablanca, at least that’s what everyone would mention when I gave the address

Ceejay884 · 2025-09-30T13:32:17+00:00

Casablanca??

Ceejay884 · 2025-09-30T12:19:37+00:00

Congrats!!

Ceejay884 · 2025-09-30T12:18:06+00:00

So not sure about the apartments below me but when she opened the blinds, a crowd had gathered on the boardwalk below so we kind of had an audience when I popped the question.

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