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Dave Chappelle and Comedy on Trial — My Opinion
I’ve watched as the controversy swirling around comedian Dave Chappelle’s Netflix special “ The Closer” as its built into a somewhat of a fever pitch in the past few weeks. Let me first say I fully understand and have compassion for the suffering of others or their feeling of being marginalized, that being said, and without even mentioning the jokes or groups of people that are more than just offended by it, but want Dave Chappelle to pay, to disappear for his remarks. Ok, I find this a somewhat ludicrous position at face value , but I also find it deeply disturbing that this sort of outrage creates a fear for all comedians to create and comment through the jokes in their comedy routines on anything that may offend anyone.
By John Walter Raney 1st4 years ago in FYI
Be Careful When Selecting Cover Art For Your Stories!
I’ve produced enough written material during these past few months to finally feel comfortable calling myself a writer. Considering that I've made around $140 from reads, bonuses and tips since joining Vocal four months ago, I can even call myself a “professional writer”. I’m plotting a novel and am participating in National Novel Writer’s Month (NaNoWriMo) in November, and hope to be a published novelist one day.
By Allison Rice4 years ago in FYI
The Truth About Awakening vs. Turning
[Author's Note: At University (in the early 2000's), I took a Sociology class on the myth and symbolism of Witchcraft, and as part of the class, I ended up writing a paper on the mythology and folklore of vampires, which then led me into a paid gig writing vampire articles for a while. So I've decided to share these articles of vampire myth and folklore here ~ C]
By Caitlin McColl4 years ago in FYI
Where did that saying come from?
Growing up in Brooklyn, NY in the 1980s and 90s, I was exposed to a lot of old school sayings or terms that I didn't know the meaning of, like calling a tank top, a 'wife beater'. Until very recently some folks in my family still referred to it as such. Looking back now, I can't imagine a 9-year old girl today, referring to her father's tank top as a wife beater! Ay dios mio!
By @K_L_Rivera4 years ago in FYI
The Truth About Running Water
[Author's Note: At University (in the early 2000's), I took a Sociology class on the myth and symbolism of Witchcraft, and as part of the class, I ended up writing a paper on the mythology and folklore of vampires, which then lead me into a paid gig writing vampire articles for a while. So I've decided to share these articles of vampire myth and folklore here ~ C ]
By Caitlin McColl4 years ago in FYI
What do you do for Halloween?
The nights are drawing in, the weather is getting colder and the leaves are falling from the trees. As we reluctantly switch on our heating, we look forward to the end of October, to Halloween and the start of a programme of winter festivities.
By Dawn Nelson4 years ago in FYI
12 Mandela Effects to Confuse All
The Mandela Effect is a false memory phenomenon. This was first identified by a paranormal researcher, Fiona Broome. The effect is called the Mandela effect after President Mandela. Many people identified that they had been told Madela died in prison in the 1980s. It was a false memory shared by many people. Some have even stated that they believe it is a reality in an alternative universe, that mixes with ours.
By Sam H Arnold4 years ago in FYI
The many ways the financial system screws those who cannot afford it
Over the decades I have listened to so many people say they take one step forward and two steps back. I know individuals who work two or three jobs but never seem to get ahead. If that is you there are reasons and it is not as simple as it seems. The American financial system is increasingly hostile to those whose income is on the lower end and this plays a role in why so many disadvantaged individuals are never able to pull themselves out of poverty.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in FYI
Flying vs Driving to Las Vegas From LA
That's a question that many people have asked themselves. Some individuals will say flying, and others will say driving. The answer isn't so easy, though! In this blog post, we'll discuss both options for Los Angeles to Las Vegas travel and see which one is the best option.</p>
By Just Us Vegas4 years ago in FYI
Vintage & Antique Tanzanite Jewelry Ideas
Jewelry has been a vital part of human culture since ancient times. We all have that one piece of vintage adornment we never wear but it twinkles at us when we open our collection. These vintage pieces might be those that you picked at a flea market, the one your mother gave to you or the one a friend gifted you on your birthday. Vintage jewelry is in trend again. So, it’s your time to show your beauty with these classy and timeless jewelry pieces. Often people correlate Vintage with Antique but both these terms are different. Before starting, here’s the difference between the two.
By Gemos Gems4 years ago in FYI
How To Sucker A Trucker
Who invented showing off? Who invented flashing your bling, spending vast sums to flaunt, dazzle, and to grab attention? And hopefully to get sex? Was it greedy capitalists? Was it the rich trying to suck blood and money from the masses? Was it the advertising industry trying to shove consumerism down the throats of the proletariat? No, it was plants.
By Jimmy Stars World4 years ago in FYI
