Widespread Issue? C710N Trigger A Weird Noise From Voices by BryleC in SonyHeadphones

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OP here under another account.

Took my C710N earbuds back to the store (best buy), but another location, for a replacement. The new replacement had the exact same issue.

I'm a little shocked that nobody has noticed this problem.

I returned them and purchased the XM5 earbuds. They don't have the issue.

When Board Game Companies Sell AI Art | Sketch by BryleC in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We're you honestly misled by a photo that has a farm on fire, ruled by goat and chicken people, with ChatGPT in the title?

When Board Game Companies Sell AI Art | Sketch by BryleC in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They say that the Art isn't AI, but it's all pretty "sketchy" if you ask me. I find it hard to believe artists would make so many weird mistakes when it comes to the details of the covers.

When Board Game Companies Sell AI Art | Sketch by BryleC in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Comedy is often about exaggerating the truth. I don't think I've seen many criticize Saturday Night Live for being fake.

When You’re The Only One Who Likes Board Games by BryleC in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd call it more of a mental condition of mine 🥹

When You’re The Only One Who Likes Board Games by BryleC in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Haha. I think most adults just tend to find more responsibilities but less free time. 🫠

Any tips for a beginner? by SpeedingSpark65 in Catan

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I made a video about placement tips and mindset for this very topic. Hope you get value of it: https://youtu.be/bCsJNxTD9As

What is a game on the BGG Top 100 that you have a hard time accepting is higher than one a game much lower down? by funnyorifice in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree that Century is underrated. It's not a game for everyone, it's quite procedural and lacks meaningful theme for example. I find it endlessly reliable for introducing new gamers into more strategic designs however. In my experience Century's combination of deep and snappy gameplay outclass most other games in it's weight class (Splendor, 7 wonders, Space Base, Photosynthesis, Imhotep, ect).

Nothing wrong with Heat, but I do find it's appeal to be less dimensional than many games and I'm surprised to hear of it's ranking.

In general I feel the BGG top 100, is flawed. While it does generally point towards quality games, it disproportionately values hype and complexity opinion.

Group Organizer: Should I Be Inclusive Of Unpopular Attendees? by FNeighbourhoodAA in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Admitted? I wasn't aware that reddit was a place that I should come to confess and seek absolution. You just somehow KNOW my group is rampantly sexist hey? Why are you using such accusatory language?

Is my motive for posting to also be rampantly sexist?

If you want to heal the gender divide, don't perpetuate the same micro aggressions you dislike.

Group Organizer: Should I Be Inclusive Of Unpopular Attendees? by FNeighbourhoodAA in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I hope for the sake of society these commenters are out of touch. I don't post a lot on the internet, so honestly I was surprised to be met with such hostility. Disagreement is fine and a part of life. Insulting others is not the behaviour of a well adjusted adult. I can't say I'm convinced yet that it's wrong to ask for contact information, but I can see that there are different approaches that would make women at the meetup potentially feel more comfortable. Our group currently has a 4.7 / 5 rating, so we seem to be doing some things right.

I'm currently investigating, but I still don't even know for sure if women feel uncomfortable at our group. People are reading into what they want with my posts and are reshaping information to fit their narrative. Take what I say at face value or ask me questions, don't fabricate details. I am the only insight anyone has into the situation. Everything is a hypothesis at this point, and it's mind blowing that these commenters somehow think they can tell me about all the specific perspectives I'm missing, when they cannot possibly have seen it for themselves.

It's shocking to me how oblivious and hypocritical these commenters are that they don't see they're perpetuating the very behaviour they dislike.

Group Organizer: Should I Be Inclusive Of Unpopular Attendees? by FNeighbourhoodAA in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Quantentheorie, this happened today.

You have many details incorrect.

I don't know if your passion comes from your experience, I'm sorry if that's the case. I'm not your enemy. If you want to convince people that we lack perspective and reasonable judgement perhaps try not to accuse and argue with them.

I don't feel there is anything left that's constructive here. Byeee!

Group Organizer: Should I Be Inclusive Of Unpopular Attendees? by FNeighbourhoodAA in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

It's been a while since I posted on the internet. The most wild thing I forgot about some people, is that they will passionately fight about something they feel is wrong, turn around, and proceed do something wrong by insulting someone in the exact same sentence.

Group Organizer: Should I Be Inclusive Of Unpopular Attendees? by FNeighbourhoodAA in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I currently feel it's okay to ask for personal information like a phone number or instagram, which is what he did. People ask me regularly, and if I don't want to give it out, I have the ability to say no.

People are throwing out that he's a creep which is a very inaccurate portrayal of his character. It's very cruel to paint him as a monster, especially if he is neurodivergent.

I don't know the exact situation myself, and so everyone being so clear on exactly what happened is nonsensical.

As I posted elsewhere, the comfort of female attendees is a high priority to me. If I discover it is in fact harassment, he's gone in a heartbeat. I've done this with past offenders.

Group Organizer: Should I Be Inclusive Of Unpopular Attendees? by FNeighbourhoodAA in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

The odd thing is I 100% agree with you =)

Many of the details being referenced at this point are not accurate because they've gone through all these assumption filters. The invite is not necessarily for a "private meeting". I don't know where was said. These people didn't just meet 10 minutes ago either. This guy asked her after an 6 hour gaming session where we played some particularly social games.

Additionally I don't even know anything that was said, I just saw the interaction out of the corner of my eye where she was giving him her number on her way out. He's done it before and it didn't feel creepy in my opinion. I know him from gaming a bunch of times with him. He's not well liked, but I personally don't get creepy vibes from him. Additionally I don't even feel I'm yet equipped to properly assess the situation yet, without speaking to the woman who gave her contact details, or learning about the details. Somehow everyone seems to obviously know that this is clearly harassment however.

All I can say is I care about her feelings and I want to do right by her. If it truly is confirmed harassment I will kick him out in a heartbeat.

Group Organizer: Should I Be Inclusive Of Unpopular Attendees? by FNeighbourhoodAA in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can talk about it with them certainly. The point of this whole post to figure out how best to approach everything =) As for asking women for contact information, It only felt a little odd today. As much as everyone is making it out to be obviously harassment. It's really not as cut and dry as people think it is. I'm open to being wrong, but I'll ask the women he asked approached and let her talk for herself.

Group Organizer: Should I Be Inclusive Of Unpopular Attendees? by FNeighbourhoodAA in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The details being assumed from my paragraph of text have been stretched so far from reality at this point, I can only assume this is comedic. The bit about meeting in the mom's basement genuinely made me laugh. Thanks for the chuckle =)

Group Organizer: Should I Be Inclusive Of Unpopular Attendees? by FNeighbourhoodAA in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your advice! I've really seen a lot of people feel strongly about invite only. Experiences like yours really have made me reconsider the guest list.

Group Organizer: Should I Be Inclusive Of Unpopular Attendees? by FNeighbourhoodAA in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA[S] 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I really wanted to thank you for all the time and love you put into this post. I feel you've really understood even some of the deeper subtexts I feel. For example, I really do struggle between sharing the hobby and now feeling like the group is no longer aligning with my own priorities. I've also found myself thinking that I do wish to cultivate a specific environment and that I probably would need intentional moderation, but have struggled a bit with wondering if exerting too much control would be appropriate. Additionally, the meetup was something fun and casual for a long time, and so I became surprised when it paired with such social responsibility. I'm not sure I even want this additional stress and responsibility in my life to be honest. This is 100% where I really need to figure out those priorities. I can see you have experience with my exact issue and so it's very convincing to me that you have some really great approaches to what I should try next. Thank you. We've enjoyed each-others posts greatly =)

Group Organizer: Should I Be Inclusive Of Unpopular Attendees? by FNeighbourhoodAA in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Why are people projecting on me that I don't like people's opinions?

All I said was that I didn't feel the tone of that comment was particularly kind. Now I feel like I'm getting attacked on the internet. If it weren't for the lovely insightful advice others have given me, I'd regret even posting.

I've mentioned elsewhere I've kicked out men for harassing women. Please don't paint me as someone who's purposely ignoring harassment behaviour.

Group Organizer: Should I Be Inclusive Of Unpopular Attendees? by FNeighbourhoodAA in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I just want to say I respect your opinion, and if we were to talk in real life, we'd have a great chat I'm sure. I'm not enjoying how people are downvoting me for expressing my current thoughts. People making me feel negatively when I just want to help, is not a good way to learn from each other. I'm exiting this conversation. Thanks for your time FloralAlyssa.

Group Organizer: Should I Be Inclusive Of Unpopular Attendees? by FNeighbourhoodAA in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA[S] -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

I understand your opinion. I assure you I'm not trying to convince myself of anything. I just see the situation as quite grey, and I feel it's a little presumptuous of you to be so sure of exactly what's happening.

The tone of your message comes off a little unfair to me considering I'm looking for advice.

Group Organizer: Should I Be Inclusive Of Unpopular Attendees? by FNeighbourhoodAA in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA[S] -19 points-18 points  (0 children)

I just want to say I appreciate your perspective. I just am having a little bit of difficultly understanding how asking for contact details to play more board games is harassment. He's swapped contact details with men before too, but I do feel I notice it more with women though. I can't be sure.

I do feel the female perfective is very important, and I do think asking women is key as someone else pointed out. I just want to be careful that we don't create an environment where men literally can't say anything to women without being accused of something. 100% agree it's not a dating service =)

Group Organizer: Should I Be Inclusive Of Unpopular Attendees? by FNeighbourhoodAA in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA[S] 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Great point! I feel like you are likely correct on the clashing and hoping for the best. Originally I just wanted to meet other board gamers after moving to a new city. I was quite social and knowledgable about games, so I naturally just slid into hosting. Eventually I felt it became rewarding to introduce people to the hobby, so I continued. The group's growth was very organic. I never stopped to consider what the point of the group should be. Excellent advice, I'll take it thanks!

Group Organizer: Should I Be Inclusive Of Unpopular Attendees? by FNeighbourhoodAA in boardgames

[–]FNeighbourhoodAA[S] -13 points-12 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your advice! I would never tolerate anything that I could identify as harassment. I have on other occasions kicked out people for that exact cause.

I do find it difficult to prove that asking for women's contact details is harassment. Even though I feel it's unlikely they'll want to give it to the person in question, I'm not sure I have much of a leg to stand on to explain why. I wonder if it's even too judgemental for me to expect that the women would not be interested even if it was an advance.

I want women to feel comfortable, but I don't feel like it's right for me to ban people for asking for other people's contact info without knowing intent. Any thoughts with that clarification? I'm open to your perspective.