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Great Gadgets Part 1

Transistor Radios In 1954, Regency introduced the TR-1, the first so-called “pocket” radio. Prior to that time, radios required tubes, and even the most compact model was the size of a picnic basket. Bell Laboratories had developed the transistor several years earlier, but prior to 1954, its only commercial use… Read More »Great Gadgets Part 1

Communication

Men: When you wife asks “Does this outfit make me look fat?” keep in mind that it is a trick question. Answering “No” is the same as saying “Yep, like a hippo with a glandular problem”. Your best defense is to avoid a direct response. Look at your watch and… Read More »Communication

The Seamstress

One day, when a seamstress was sewing while sitting close to a river, her thimble fell into the river. When she cried out, the Lord appeared and asked, “My dear child, why are you crying?” The seamstress replied that her thimble had fallen into the water and that she needed… Read More »The Seamstress

Did I Read That Sign Right?

Did I read that sign right? TOILET OUT OF ORDER. PLEASE USE FLOOR BELOW In a Laundromat: AUTOMATIC WASHING MACHINES: PLEASE REMOVE ALL YOUR CLOTHES WHEN THE LIGHT GOES OUT In a London department store: BARGAIN BASEMENT UPSTAIRS In an office: WOULD THE PERSON WHO TOOK THE STEP LADDER YESTERDAY… Read More »Did I Read That Sign Right?

Music

You have to check this out. Make sure you listen to their cover of “Hey Ya”. I heard this on Q101 today and this is awesome. I actually like their version better than the real one. Listen and tell me what you think.