Fracking Your Way to the American Dream

Hydraulic fracturing and the natural gas that it helps to procure gets a bad rap in lots of circles in the United States and abroad. The process of sending sand to create fissures in shale rock involves lots of chemicals, huge amounts of labor, and extremely expensive equipment. It’s a tough and imperfect industry, but it is one of the last places where the American Dream can be a reality. Continue reading →

Alec Baldwin to Rage-Beat Your Eyeballs With New MSNBC Show

alec_baldwinWe’re thinking MSNBC took a look at their current roster and said, “You know, now that we’ve jettisoned Keith Olbermann to a Sports iceberg where God forbid anyone ever discuss anything about politics because A-Rod or whatever (i.e. SPORTS CHEATERS ALL THE TIME), we now have a dearth of square-jawed, silver-haired, rage-o-holics on our currently shout free news programming. What the hell is Alec Baldwin doing now? And a better question, are there any restraining orders involved?” Continue reading →

Explainer: Twerking, Droppin’ it Like it’s Hot, Dippin’ it Low, Backin’ it Up Slow, Shawty Gettin’ Low Low

TwerkingOur very own alluson asked:

What’s the difference between twerking and dropping it like its hot?
Or dippin’ it low and backing it up slow?
Or shawty getting low low low when she’s wearing her boots with the fur?

As an expert on such subjects Ofkinheimer has produced the definitive guide on all such matters.

1. “Twerking” is just one continuous motion that primarily employs the lower back, pelvic and gluteal muscles. Dancers bend to their knees slightly, anchor their hands on knees and use to the lower back to ignite repetitive continuous movement around the midsection. The ideal position is similar to trying to take a shit in a public toilet and not wanting your ass to touch the nasty ass toilet. Envision this. See?! Once in this position, wave your ass around. The more fat you have around that general area, the more pronounced the jiggling is. Continue reading →

5 Crazy Items You Can Buy on Wanelo

I personally dislike shopping for routine things I need. Whenever payday rolls around I think “Sure, I should probably get my oil changed and restock my Swiffer supply, but I really love this constellation globe and those strappy green wedges would look great with some Moroccan pink nail polish. I need them!” I’m usually able to reign it in and take care of the things I need first, but if I were to let my id run wild and shop free of inhibition I couldn’t think of a better place to browse than the online shopping search engine Wanelo. Check out just a sample of what’s in store to blow your money on: Continue reading →