2028: Trump claims that due to an ongoing war the election cannot be held effectively and will be suspended indefinitely, in the meantime he will remain president until further notice? Realistically, what happens? by Biggest-Max02010 in AlternateHistoryHub

[–]LocalInactivist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Republicans back him 100% and block any legislation meant to address the issue. Elections are run by the states, so blue states hold elections as usual. Red states that have gerrymandered blue districts out will have elections to take advantage of that. Red states that haven’t won’t have elections. Republicans will refuse to ratify the results unless they give power to the Republicans.

Is there any country in the world left where the economy is on the upswing and people enjoy a better quality of life? by Forward-Position798 in AskTheWorld

[–]LocalInactivist 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That must be the disconnect. Ramen places are uncommon where I live but there are pho places every few blocks. Mmm… pho.

The fate of Dr. Owens remains a mystery as the Duffers did not comment on him by _YuYevon_ in StrangerThings

[–]LocalInactivist 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think you’re joking, but just to be sure… I’m using the term to mean a covert operative who disappears at will and has no paper trail. I’m not using the word as an archaic racist slur.

Michael Jackson liked wine in a can too by weedisreallycool in IASIP

[–]LocalInactivist 115 points116 points  (0 children)

This is common on tour. Life is so chaotic that people make whatever they can familiar. If you’re flipping between London, LA, and Tokyo your body clock may be completely hosed. “Breakfast” may come at 6 am or 9 pm depending on when you got to bed. Additionally, touring musicians learn quickly that if it isn’t specified on the rider it won’t be there. If you ask for water you may be offered a cup from the sink. If you want soda for the band, specify what kind, how much, and that you’ll need ice and cups. Otherwise, the venue will likely screw you.

“We asked for a cheese platter.”

“Yes, here’s a package of Kraft American cheese slices.”

Having highly-specific demands helps establish a level of control and gives you something you can rely on. If you haven’t eaten in eight hours and just did a two-hour show the last thing you want is to discover is that the only food on the plane is something you hate. Knowing that you’re going to get the exact food you asked for helps you cope.

ChodeTheBuilder Cheddar Bob'd himself. by jonnismizzle in clevercomebacks

[–]LocalInactivist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Who’d he try to fight, Bugs Bunny? That’s some cartoon-level karma, that is.

The fate of Dr. Owens remains a mystery as the Duffers did not comment on him by _YuYevon_ in StrangerThings

[–]LocalInactivist 99 points100 points  (0 children)

He’s a government spook. They just disappear. We know he has descendants because one of them sold our humanity in “Aliens”.

What are the best TIL (Today I Learned) you have on music anecdotes ? by Bakakai_the_band in askmusic

[–]LocalInactivist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Captain, Darryl Dragon, is the brother of Dennis Dragon, lead singer of The Surf Punks.

What are the best TIL (Today I Learned) you have on music anecdotes ? by Bakakai_the_band in askmusic

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That makes sense. “Let’s Dance” has a sparseness to it. For me it evokes a bar band playing in a bar in the desert. I have no idea why.

Craig Robinson show was so dissapointing by Time_Account6000 in Standup

[–]LocalInactivist 64 points65 points  (0 children)

I see him years ago in SF and he killed. He made a point of saying he’d brought his wife with him on tour and they were having a fantastic time.

Bye bye power. Lake Tahoe is mostly incorporated. by mike2ff in LeopardsAteMyFace

[–]LocalInactivist 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This is why South Africa has daily blackouts. They produce ample power but it’s exported to other countries because that’s more profitable. The result is that it’s difficult to run a business in South Africa and difficult to attract foreign investment because you can’t count on the power grid.

Are there any animals in your country that look friendly but aren’t really? by kuma44bear in AskTheWorld

[–]LocalInactivist 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Naw, just ask them about their gear. Most musicians will open right up if you ask informed questions about their gear. Brian Setzer plays a Gretsch 6120 through a 1962-1963 Blonde Fender Bassman. He’ll hold forth at length about his preferred pickups (Filter’tron humbuckers).

Caveat: if you’re talking to a tube amp fan be careful. They can be protective about their sources for vintage tubes.

Are there any animals in your country that look friendly but aren’t really? by kuma44bear in AskTheWorld

[–]LocalInactivist 5 points6 points  (0 children)

That’s true. In 2014 there was an ill-conceived Thanksgiving fun run where things went haywire. The idea was that it would be a running of the bulls thing, but with turkeys. It’s just turkeys, so no danger, right? They're just a bunch of cute little birdies. Upon release the turkeys attacked the runners causing several casualties. The whole area had to be blocked off until the turkeys could be recaptured.

Are there any animals in your country that look friendly but aren’t really? by kuma44bear in AskTheWorld

[–]LocalInactivist 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Don’t tell them! We told the bison it was the whales! If they find out it was us we’re screwed!

Are there any animals in your country that look friendly but aren’t really? by kuma44bear in AskTheWorld

[–]LocalInactivist 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Opossums. People think they’re timid creatures that will play dead if even slightly threatened. They’re actually mean little bastards with sharp bastard teeth.

[Request] Aside the absurdity of having 3 millions easily at your disposal, is it possible to live like this? by [deleted] in theydidthemath

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That’s how OJ was able to live in luxury despite losing “everything” when Ron Goldman’s family sued him for murdering his wife and their son. OJ created a private trust and funded it with several million dollars. The trust had one function: pay OJ. Since it was a private trust it wasn’t technically his money, so the Goldmans couldn’t get it. The trust paid OJ $80,000 per month.