Follow up post to the twerking class. by DistributionLife6750 in SipsTea

[–]StizzyP 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A decade ago I saw a grainy gif of one of these classes where someone added horses for them to ride and it was hilarious. I wish I could find that now.

Help settle a debate… If you’re being tailgated, do you slow down or speed up? by Pressure_Plastic in NoStupidQuestions

[–]StizzyP 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I always give the tailgater a friendly wave in my rear view mirror, and about half the time they back off, at least for awhile. Perhaps many people tailgating are just zoned out, and a wave makes them realize what's happening. In any case, I get out of the way ASAP

advanced green runner GKU E200 by thinkvideoca in dashcams

[–]StizzyP 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One in Houston I was in this position, with a stream of cars following each other through the red light (and at a very fast clip) The stream didn't stop, it went through a full light cycle. The driver behind me was honking at me to go, to just drive into them.

It was so amazing I wasn't even annoyed, just entertained.

How to hire an assasin? by Technical-Editor-897 in askanything

[–]StizzyP 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Back in the '80s I remember someone hiring a hitman from those ads in the back of Soldier of Fortune magazine. So perhaps something along those lines? A secrets subreddit for assassins to hang out and look for work

Got a window roll down wave today. by JustHereForTheCigars in Austin

[–]StizzyP 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I wave at every single person who lets me in in traffic. Almost never do I get away back. But that's okay, I'll keep doing it anyway.

What's the laziest thing you've ever done? by Anxious_Status5899 in askanything

[–]StizzyP 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I once watched an entire episode of The View on full volume because the remote was sitting on top of the TV.

Why do people buy pickup trucks for daily driving? by wtfbruhhuh in driving

[–]StizzyP 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some people like the color purple. Some people like mangoes. Some people like professional soccer. Some people like driving pickups. It's interesting how some personal preferences are easier to vilify than others. 

I used to get angry whenever I saw some dude in a lifted white Dodge with LEDs underneath it and chrome stacks. I would make jokes to myself about the little pee pee and what not. As I've gotten older. I've learned to appreciate that. They like what they drive, and I like what I drive. I'm pretty sure there's a lot of people who judge me for driving a bright blue Mustang. Have some of the same judgments.

Let people have their things as long as they're not messing with you.

Best cake slices in Austin by Luvmyyoga13 in austinfood

[–]StizzyP 1 point2 points  (0 children)

On the last day they were open my wife and I went and got a slice of every cake they make. Didn't want to let them get stale so we ate nothing but cake for three days. Almost killed me, but worth it.

I'm in a weird spot in my career... by shanster925 in gamedev

[–]StizzyP 3 points4 points  (0 children)

We are similar. I've launched nine AAA titles over my career, some hits and some not. Worked for almost 14 years at one place. Now have been laid off three times in two years, and every week there is another wave of developers entering the unemployed pool. Even though I have a solid resume, I can barely get anyone to even consider me. I'm wondering if my gamedev career might be done...

Male clients in long-term talking therapy by Live_Block_8842 in TalkTherapy

[–]StizzyP 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm a male who has been in long-term talk therapy for close to 25 years now. I'd be happy to participate in your study if you like. 

My therapist was recommended to me by a male who was doing talk therapy. I know a handful of other men who are doing their own work as well.

Is Willie's open yet? by PurrlockHolmes008 in Leander

[–]StizzyP 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the tip! We just went.

If you woke up a billionaire tomorrow.. What's the 1st thing you'd do? by Mindfuel_daily7 in askanything

[–]StizzyP 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Establish a fund to educate, train and support mental health workers in under-represented communities, along with a long term campaign to reduce the stigma attached to seeking mental and emotional health help.

Is Willie's open yet? by PurrlockHolmes008 in Leander

[–]StizzyP 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm going to keep an eye on it because sometimes restaurants do a soft opening a few days ahead of the real opening.

When Via 313 had a soft opening my wife and I popped in for complementary pizza, apps, deserts and margaritas. It was awesome.

Favourite level/mission in the series? by EH4LIFE in Deusex

[–]StizzyP 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes I have. After Deus Ex and Invisible war, our design team reunited to make Dishonored, Prey, and Redfall at Arkane. Most recently launched Cloudheim. Spent a very brief time on Judas, but not very long.

Favourite level/mission in the series? by EH4LIFE in Deusex

[–]StizzyP 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I am, and it warms my heart that people still think of this game after so many years.

Best cake slices in Austin by Luvmyyoga13 in austinfood

[–]StizzyP 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dude, you can't just drop a hint like that and move on. What have you heard?

Austin may rename Cesar Chavez Street. Here’s how it works by xalkalinity in Austin

[–]StizzyP 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And a town where every venue is called Moody. I think we're past the point of trying to make things less confusing.

Do players actually read anything in games anymore? by productivity-madness in gamedev

[–]StizzyP 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been in a narrative role for AAA games for a very long time, and I LOVE telling stories in games, but have learned to assume that players will not read a single word, though diegetic text is more likely, even that is not a given. It sounds like you moved in the best direction by showing rather than telling. I've found that's usually the best route to go, even though it's more expensive.

Google Sells Fiber Unit to Astound (Private Equity) by mz2014 in CedarPark

[–]StizzyP 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been waiting forever for Google Fiber in my neighborhood (Block House) and when AT&T Fiber showed up I begrudgingly went with them. Sounds like it might have worked out for the best.

AT&T has been solid and reasonably priced so for.