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by Richard Bell
Tue Sep 23, 2014 2:31 pm
Forum: International Politics
Topic: NATIONS RELIGION According to Joe America
Replies: 44
Views: 27551

NATIONS RELIGION According to Joe America

Annual Pork Consumption (2013)

Peoples Republic Of China - 39 kg/person

United Staes Of America -27 kg/person

Looks like pork consumption is more of a sign of an atheist nation. ;)
by Richard Bell
Tue Sep 16, 2014 6:25 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: A new trend? I hope not
Replies: 21
Views: 1443

A new trend? I hope not

"Hell is other people".

-Jean Paul Sartre
by Richard Bell
Thu Jul 25, 2013 4:01 pm
Forum: Conspiracy Theories
Topic: Fake Barack Hussein Obama II, Mario Jorge Bergoglio, Ben Shalom Bernanke DETONATE NOW
Replies: 5
Views: 446

Fake Barack Hussein Obama II, Mario Jorge Bergoglio, Ben Shalom Bernanke DETONATE NOW

It's just a common internet troll.

There are a lot of forums where cut & paste jobs like this, or reposting material verbatim from other forums is against the rules. Doesn't apply on FG, apparently.
by Richard Bell
Mon Jul 15, 2013 4:23 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Conceiving outstanding Sales Presentations
Replies: 13
Views: 693

Conceiving outstanding Sales Presentations

vpmarketing;1431614 wrote: If you expert this ability


What, "expert" is a verb now?

Sheesh!:rolleyes:
by Richard Bell
Fri Jun 07, 2013 7:28 pm
Forum: The Time Capsule
Topic: 1960s Maxwell House Commercial featuring Paul Lynde
Replies: 16
Views: 23113

1960s Maxwell House Commercial featuring Paul Lynde

Paul Lynde was funny on TV and in movies, but many sources indicate he was a viciously mean drunk and an anti-Semite in real life.
by Richard Bell
Mon May 27, 2013 9:28 pm
Forum: Healthcare
Topic: What do you pay for your Health Insurance?
Replies: 16
Views: 6760

What do you pay for your Health Insurance?

<t>I am a Canadian citizen living in the province of Ontario. I do not pay for my OHIP (Ontario Health Insurance Plan).<br/> <br/> I had cataracts removed from my eyes three years ago. I figured the cost of the operations was about $6000, from what I learned from Google. My out of pocket cost was ab...
by Richard Bell
Wed Mar 13, 2013 10:11 pm
Forum: Current Events
Topic: New Pope
Replies: 38
Views: 2631

New Pope

The pope means as much to me as does Miss Universe, and holds about as much moral authority, AFAIC.
by Richard Bell
Sun Mar 03, 2013 5:29 pm
Forum: Conspiracy Theories
Topic: FG member TruthIsNeverTooHorrible is TOTALLY staged Illuminati joke
Replies: 36
Views: 17736

FG member TruthIsNeverTooHorrible is TOTALLY staged Illuminati joke

<t>LarsMac;1421940 wrote: He/she/it does no harm. Therefore, no point in causing a ruckus. <br/> <br/> Obviously someone with far too much time on their hands.<br/> <br/> <br/> Oh, I have no problem with TINTH posting here. I do believe the rambling discombobulated screeds do have a macabre freak sh...
by Richard Bell
Sat Mar 02, 2013 10:14 pm
Forum: Conspiracy Theories
Topic: FG member TruthIsNeverTooHorrible is TOTALLY staged Illuminati joke
Replies: 36
Views: 17736

FG member TruthIsNeverTooHorrible is TOTALLY staged Illuminati joke

<t>Scrat;1421890 wrote: Why in the hell does management allow this spam to be here? It's not even worth reading.<br/> <br/> <br/> I think it's because people enjoy looking at the train wreck that refers to itself as Truth Is Never Too Horrible.<br/> <br/> He/she/it is liked some goofy, jumped up Wre...
by Richard Bell
Tue Jan 22, 2013 8:30 pm
Forum: United States
Topic: 1910s America in Color
Replies: 6
Views: 4396

1910s America in Color

<r>I came across this link a couple of years ago.Amazing richness of colour and clarity:<br/> <br/> Russia in color, a century ago - The Big Picture - Boston.com<br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> ETA: Here's some stunning colour photos of Europe in 1906:<br/> <br/> <URL url="https://plus.google.com/photos/1184...
by Richard Bell
Sun Jan 13, 2013 1:10 pm
Forum: Societal Issues News
Topic: Scientists hate the GOP for a reason
Replies: 16
Views: 1758

Scientists hate the GOP for a reason

<t>Seems like that most common of breeds, the Forum Trollhound (notorious for their annoying bark, but bereft of bite) has found our doorstep.<br/> <br/> Remember, it's not a good idea to feed strays. Once you start, there's no getting rid of them.<br/> <br/> As to the OP:<br/> <br/> I hope that the...
by Richard Bell
Sun Dec 30, 2012 12:53 pm
Forum: Current Political Events
Topic: Kill The Gays Legislation Backed By The Pope
Replies: 21
Views: 8396

Kill The Gays Legislation Backed By The Pope

<t>Bryn Mawr;1414551 wrote: he might despise the guy but it would be an international incident to refuse the handshake.<br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> Actually, it was the Ugandan Speaker Of The Parliament, Rebecca Kadaga, a woman.<br/> <br/> I think it caused a far greater international incident to a...
by Richard Bell
Sun Dec 30, 2012 12:42 pm
Forum: Presidential Elections Campaigns
Topic: If Obama detonates before inauguration original McCain script will IMMEDIATELY follow
Replies: 4
Views: 1133

If Obama detonates before inauguration original McCain script will IMMEDIATELY follow

TruthIsNeverTooHorrible;1414502 wrote: If Obama detonates before inauguration ...




by Richard Bell
Sun Dec 30, 2012 12:30 pm
Forum: Test Forum
Topic: test
Replies: 7
Views: 3234

test

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by Richard Bell
Fri Dec 21, 2012 10:30 am
Forum: The Kitchen
Topic: Supper Club.
Replies: 7
Views: 2020

Supper Club.

<t>Coincidentally, I happened to see a recipe in the Toronto Star yesterday for hard boiled egg cookies.Seemed odd to me, but they were a favourite of the writer, just like her bubbie made when she was a little girl. Sounds like it would make a nice bit of dessert.<br/> <br/> This isn't the Star rec...
by Richard Bell
Wed Nov 21, 2012 10:35 am
Forum: Conspiracy Theories
Topic: Drought, A weather modification to monopoly the food?
Replies: 31
Views: 7742

Drought, A weather modification to monopoly the food?

<r>katsung47;1410766 wrote: So what is your reliable source? <br/> <br/> <br/> For what?<br/> <br/> katsung47;1410766 wrote: WMD in Iraq with Bush and mainstream media? Cover up story of 911 attack? And a corpse less "kill Bin Laden operation"?<br/> <br/> <br/> <EMOJI seq="1f615" tseq="1f615">:confu...
by Richard Bell
Tue Nov 20, 2012 8:52 pm
Forum: General Religious Discussions
Topic: Religion Comparison Chart
Replies: 63
Views: 6431

Religion Comparison Chart

<r>gmc;1410622 wrote: Interesting chart but what on earth are they doing listing atheism as a religion? All it means is that you don't believe there is a god/ all powerful being or beings. Atheism is not a religion, there is no super being, there is no a set of beliefs or doctrines you have to belie...
by Richard Bell
Thu Nov 08, 2012 10:28 am
Forum: Current Political Events
Topic: Donald Trump's outrage
Replies: 23
Views: 5746

Donald Trump's outrage

Civility precludes using the appropriate term for him, but this photo subtly suggests exactly what he is:

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by Richard Bell
Sun Nov 04, 2012 8:55 pm
Forum: Conspiracy Theories
Topic: Drought, A weather modification to monopoly the food?
Replies: 31
Views: 7742

Drought, A weather modification to monopoly the food?

Dude, when your sources and references are Limbaugh,Ahmadinejad, and "lightupbong", it's time to throw in the towel.

:yh_rotfl
by Richard Bell
Wed Oct 03, 2012 10:53 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: To Protect From A Super Solar Flare
Replies: 15
Views: 1841

To Protect From A Super Solar Flare

meh...

I'm sure the standard issue tinfoil hat that many conspiracy theorists favour will work just fine.Maybe put on some high SPF sunscreen .
by Richard Bell
Mon Aug 06, 2012 8:48 pm
Forum: International Politics
Topic: North Korea: Winners get Refrigerators Losers get Labor Camp - Is it real?
Replies: 14
Views: 1915

North Korea: Winners get Refrigerators Losers get Labor Camp - Is it real?

...and what good is a refrigerator if you don't have food to put into it?
by Richard Bell
Tue May 29, 2012 9:36 pm
Forum: Christianity
Topic: UNDENIABLE PROOF (webarchive.org March 2002) not only spiritual but also physical des
Replies: 4
Views: 907

UNDENIABLE PROOF (webarchive.org March 2002) not only spiritual but also physical des

Cool story, bro.

P.S. Thamks for the edumication about the JP Uno assassimation.
by Richard Bell
Thu Apr 19, 2012 8:56 pm
Forum: General Religious Discussions
Topic: God`s a State
Replies: 54
Views: 3134

God`s a State

<t> Originally Posted by rajakrsna <br/> <br/> Because he suspects I`m a troll.<br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> Savage;1391516 wrote: Not suspecting, hoping. Sadly it seems you're not.<br/> <br/> <br/> Oh, yeah. He is one.<br/> <br/> He reminds me of somebody I once knew that desperately needed attenti...
by Richard Bell
Fri Mar 30, 2012 10:02 am
Forum: Christianity
Topic: Love Religion
Replies: 15
Views: 3306

Love Religion

rajakrsna;1389194 wrote: Love is a proof that God exists.




That's merely an assertion, bereft of any evidence whatsoever.

I could counter by saying that Lucky Charms cereal is proof that leprechauns exist.
by Richard Bell
Thu Feb 23, 2012 10:01 pm
Forum: General Music
Topic: Gotye
Replies: 24
Views: 7010

Gotye

Ghomeshi interviewed him the other day. You can likely find the podcast and Youtube video of the interview at CBC.ca | Q
by Richard Bell
Mon Jan 30, 2012 1:17 pm
Forum: Societal Issues News
Topic: Punishments should be carried out through medical means!
Replies: 47
Views: 3455

Punishments should be carried out through medical means!

OP has been an FG member for 3.5 years.During that time, the OP has made a total of only 54 posts (at the time of this post), yet as soon as I saw the name, I knew the thread would be a whacked out bit of trollery.

I wasn't wrong.
by Richard Bell
Sun Jan 22, 2012 11:12 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Why Tweet?
Replies: 14
Views: 1021

Why Tweet?

<t>I use Facebook daily.Started a Twitter account a couple of weeks ago to follow my local theatre group of which I'm a member, and to follow a good friend of mine who resides in a foreign country.<br/> <br/> So far, I can't see anything useful about Twitter. I can communicate with my group and my f...
by Richard Bell
Tue Jan 17, 2012 11:37 am
Forum: Films Cinema Forum
Topic: Mary Pickford.
Replies: 13
Views: 1349

Mary Pickford.

<r>jones jones;1381170 wrote: As a lady/actress she hasn't interested me ... yet. <br/> <br/> <br/> I respectfully disagree with that statement, given that you have created two threads about the woman <E>:D</E>.I believe you may well find her fascinating, and who could blame you? She was an amazing ...
by Richard Bell
Sat Jan 14, 2012 11:11 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Ice Cream Trucks
Replies: 8
Views: 976

Ice Cream Trucks

<t>The ice cream truck from my childhood was always gleaming white. The driver wore a white shirt, white pants, and a white cap.Sometimes, it was the same guy driving the white ice cream Harley. The ice cream was in a chest where a sidecar would normally be. <br/> <br/> My favourite was a Buried Tre...
by Richard Bell
Tue Jan 03, 2012 3:19 pm
Forum: Photography More
Topic: Awesome Images
Replies: 253
Views: 23174

Awesome Images

<r>AnneBoleyn;1380255 wrote: Whenever I see pics such as above, & I have a few similar ones of family, I always think first "that person is dead". I must be morose. : (<br/> <br/> <br/> All the more reason to have a happy new year, my friend! Take 'em as you get 'em, for they will run out for al...
by Richard Bell
Tue Jan 03, 2012 3:05 pm
Forum: Photography More
Topic: Awesome Images
Replies: 253
Views: 23174

Awesome Images

They weren't big on recycling 100 years ago, but today, it's second nature, so:

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by Richard Bell
Wed Dec 07, 2011 10:17 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Heat Thermostat Setting
Replies: 7
Views: 1074

Heat Thermostat Setting

<t>13 C at bedtime, and for most of the day.<br/> <br/> 15 C if it seems too chilly during the day or evening.<br/> <br/> I wear sweaters inside during the winter months.Much more comfortable for me than having an overheated house.I find other people's 22 C homes to be too hot. <br/> <br/> In the su...
by Richard Bell
Tue Dec 06, 2011 10:55 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: What's wrong with Anarchy?
Replies: 21
Views: 967

What's wrong with Anarchy?

<t>The Dead Milkmen had anarchy sussed in 1988 with their song, "Punk Rock Girl" :<br/> <br/> We went to the Philly Pizza Company<br/> <br/> And ordered some hot tea<br/> <br/> The waitress said well no, we only have it iced<br/> <br/> So we jumped up on the table and shouted "anarchy"<br/> <br/> An...
by Richard Bell
Sat Dec 03, 2011 11:09 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: What's wrong with Anarchy?
Replies: 21
Views: 967

What's wrong with Anarchy?

"It has been said that democracy is the worst form of government, except all the others that have been tried."

Winston Churchill
by Richard Bell
Tue Nov 29, 2011 10:09 pm
Forum: General Music
Topic: Thank You For The Music!
Replies: 6
Views: 1124

Thank You For The Music!

<t>New York City - Demics<br/> <br/> Little Red Rooster - Howlin' Wolf<br/> <br/> Too Drunk To F+++ - Dead Kennedys<br/> <br/> Teenage Lobotomy - Ramones<br/> <br/> Always Keep An Edge On Your Knife - Corb Lund & The Hurtin' Albertans<br/> <br/> Milk & Money - Fratellis<br/> <br/> Dirty Barr...
by Richard Bell
Wed Nov 23, 2011 3:09 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: For the attention of KATHY ELLEN or anyone else...
Replies: 7
Views: 634

For the attention of KATHY ELLEN or anyone else...

<t>Terence Dickinson is a Canadian astronomer who has written several popular books on the subject.Every year around Christmas time, he is is interviewed on TV and radio about how to buy a telescope.<br/> <br/> He publishes Skynews magazine. I think you'll find his articles and advice to be quite us...
by Richard Bell
Mon Nov 14, 2011 11:48 pm
Forum: The Kitchen
Topic: Tests Show Most Store Honey Isn't Honey
Replies: 41
Views: 6137

Tests Show Most Store Honey Isn't Honey

<t>Bryn Mawr;1375605 wrote: Simple answer is to always buy off the producer - not only do you get better honey but you know for sure where it came from.<br/> <br/> Regardless of how the bees produce it, at the end of the day it is the purest food there is.<br/> <br/> <br/> Agreed.<br/> <br/> I buy u...
by Richard Bell
Fri Nov 04, 2011 10:50 pm
Forum: General Music
Topic: asking for some nice French songs
Replies: 5
Views: 1462

asking for some nice French songs

<t>La Marseillaise, the national anthem of France, is the second best in the world, after Russia's anthem, IMO.The late, great Roger Doucet singing his heart out to O,Canada (original lyrics are French) transcends national borders.<br/> <br/> Listen to some Edith Piaf. Spot's Jacques Brel suggestion...
by Richard Bell
Fri Oct 21, 2011 9:35 pm
Forum: General Religious Discussions
Topic: The Gyp Church.
Replies: 8
Views: 1063

The Gyp Church.

<t>It's been done.<br/> <br/> J.R. "Bob" Dobbs, High Epopt of The Church Of The SubGenius guarantees you eternal salvation for a one time fee of US$35, or TRIPLE your money back (less administration charges). The Church also promises you "action - thrills - success in sex and business".<br/> <br/> P...
by Richard Bell
Mon Oct 03, 2011 10:13 pm
Forum: Music
Topic: bands/artists using just guitar and vocals?
Replies: 33
Views: 3604

bands/artists using just guitar and vocals?

I was going to suggest to the OP that he/she listen to Neil Young's "Le Noise", but I see he/she went and got banned (or should that be "band"?)

Anyway, here's "Angry World" from that album. I think this is what the OP had in mind:

Neil Young - Angry World - YouTube
by Richard Bell
Sat Sep 17, 2011 9:25 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Looking for a good Electric Bike to buy.
Replies: 17
Views: 2671

Looking for a good Electric Bike to buy.

<t>sammydose;1369781 wrote: Ezipp I've been using for quite some time. This is a good electric bike. Ride quality is good and very well priced too. And the best part is that the batteries. I can ride comfortably for 6-7 hours on a single charge. There are enough options in the Indian market, but I t...
by Richard Bell
Sun Sep 11, 2011 9:46 pm
Forum: Problems, Solutions Feedback
Topic: FG Arcade Virus?
Replies: 4
Views: 1478

FG Arcade Virus?

<t>Everything seems OK now, except Avast (man, do I love Avast) has intercepted a few trojan attacks over the last week while I was on other forums, but they haven't taken root.<br/> <br/> The initial attack occurred on Sept. 5 the very instant I clicked on to the arcade.May have been coincidental.T...
by Richard Bell
Tue Sep 06, 2011 9:46 pm
Forum: Problems, Solutions Feedback
Topic: FG Arcade Virus?
Replies: 4
Views: 1478

FG Arcade Virus?

<t>I was making my usual rounds on the internet late Sunday (Sept. 4), and came over to FG around 12:15 AM (Sept.5).Glanced at the new posts, then clicked on to the Arcade.Immediately at that point, Avast went crazy and told me I had acquired a trojan malware virus. I deleted it immediately, and it ...
by Richard Bell
Tue Aug 23, 2011 9:16 am
Forum: Canada
Topic: So long, Jack.
Replies: 3
Views: 7247

So long, Jack.

I am a fan of his politics, his elemental decency, and his sense of justice and equality.

I miss him already.
by Richard Bell
Mon Aug 15, 2011 9:29 pm
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Do Crystals Work?
Replies: 25
Views: 1609

Do Crystals Work?

Do Crystals Work?

Yes, They Do (Ron Ron)!
by Richard Bell
Sun Aug 14, 2011 9:22 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Do Crystals Work?
Replies: 25
Views: 1609

Do Crystals Work?

I'd say crystals are as effective at contacting angels as they are at contacting Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny, and the Tooth Fairy.
by Richard Bell
Tue Aug 09, 2011 9:46 am
Forum: General Chit Chat
Topic: Land line phones---Cell phones-----VOIP
Replies: 26
Views: 1257

Land line phones---Cell phones-----VOIP

<t>I have a conventional landline with Bell Canada ($22.00/month). There are no additional charges for non-long distance calls.<br/> <br/> I have a YAK account for long distance (three cents/minute for l.d. calls within Canada and to the USA).It's great because I just have to dial normally, no extra...
by Richard Bell
Fri Aug 05, 2011 12:00 pm
Forum: Just For The Fun Of It
Topic: new rules for welfare
Replies: 19
Views: 2075

new rules for welfare

<t>Odie;1363920 wrote: The Government has announced they intend to make it more difficult to claim Welfare.<br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> Starting next Monday the forms will be printed in English only.<br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> I think even the most stride...

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