What Do AI Bots Reveal About Their Creators?
The science of computer technology is transitioning from computers as computational devices, to imitators of human behavior.
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Evening Soup with Basement Joe, Vol II – Episode 65: The Fungibility of Money, and Mediterranean Shrimp and Orzo Soup
oe Buckstop, an aging, corrupt old fool, somehow becomes president in his basement, and every night, an aide has to bring him his soup and discuss the events of the day as he prepares to receive his nightly meds…
Evening Soup with Basement Joe, Vol II – Episode 64: Infrastructure, Daycare, Reality, and North Carolina Fish Stew
Joe Buckstop, an aging, corrupt old fool, somehow becomes president in his basement, and every night, an aide has to bring him his soup and discuss the events of the day as he prepares to receive his nightly meds…
The Tales of Little Pavel, Episode 21: Little Pavel Goes A’Counting
Political Satire: Having trouble surviving these times? You’re not alone. Join us in columnist John F. Di Leo’s exploration of an alternate universe, where we imagine the impossible: An idealistic teenager, living in the 51st ward of a fictional city in middle America, volunteers at the local party headquarters, and learns a lesson or two …
Evening Soup with Basement Joe, Vol II – Episode 63: Turncoats, Nepotism, and Wyoming Fireside Beef Goulash Soup
Joe Buckstop, an aging, corrupt old fool, somehow becomes president in his basement, and every night, an aide has to bring him his soup and discuss the events of the day as he prepares to receive his nightly meds…
Evening Soup with Basement Joe, Vol II: Episode 62 – Photo Ops, Empty Rooms, and Mirliton & Shrimp Soup
Joe Buckstop, an aging, corrupt old fool, somehow becomes president in his basement, and every night, an aide has to bring him his soup and discuss the events of the day as he prepares to receive his nightly meds…
The Tales of Little Pavel, Episode 20: Little Pavel and the Knights of the Round Table
Political Satire: Having trouble surviving these times? You’re not alone. Join us in columnist John F. Di Leo’s exploration of an alternate universe, where we imagine the impossible: An idealistic teenager, living in the 51st ward of a fictional city in middle America, volunteers at the local party headquarters, and learns a lesson or two …
L-O-L!
A simple item: “LOL”, of which ad nauseum usage started, I believe, pre-smart phone in the pre-historic era of the flip phones and in their dumb keyboards, LOL.
Biden Throws a Tantrum, Through His Attorney
Our “kindly old gentleman with the bad memory” decided to have his White House counsel run interference with the House impeachment inquiry. Ed Siskel sent a strongly worded – but weakly reasoned – letter to Speaker Johnson.
The Corn Flakes Crusader: From Corn Flakes to Colon Cleansing
Yes, you heard that right – the same guy who brought us the joy of corn flakes also dabbled in the nether regions of hygiene innovation.
Evening Soup with Basement Joe, Vol II: Episode 61 – Pipelines, Power and Wild Rice Soup
Joe Buckstop, an aging, corrupt old fool, somehow becomes president in his basement, and every night, an aide has to bring him his soup and discuss the events of the day as he prepares to receive his nightly meds…
Humans: The Masterclass in Dumbness
The next time someone tries to tell you that humans are just animals, kindly remind them that we’ve taken stupidity to a whole new level – and we’re darn proud of it.
Evening Soup with Basement Joe, Vol II: Episode 60: Jobs Reports, Business Taxes, and Czech Garlic Soup
Political Satire: Having trouble surviving these times? You’re not alone. Join us in columnist John F. Di Leo’s exploration of an alternate universe, where we imagine the impossible: Joe Buckstop, an aging, corrupt old fool, somehow becomes president in his basement, and every night, an aide has to bring him his soup and discuss the …
Fat and Furious: The Secret Weapon in Warfare Revealed
In a groundbreaking turn of events, a government researcher, analyst, and bean counter extraordinaire has rocked the scientific community with a theory that not only defies logic but also secures a Nobel Prize and a cool $1 million.
Winged Warriors: Falcons in Military History and the Fight Against Drones
The use of falcons in military contexts can be traced back to medieval Europe and the Middle East, where they were trained and employed for a variety of purposes.
From Zero to General: How Any ‘Good Man’ Can Build His Own Military Battalion
In the annals of history, there’s a little-known secret to climbing the ranks of the military: just build your own battalion!
Evening Soup with Basement Joe, Vol. II – Shutdowns, Help Wanted Signs, and Buffalo Chicken Soup
Joe Buckstop, an aging, corrupt old fool, somehow becomes president in his basement, and every night, an aide has to bring him his soup and discuss the events of the day as he prepares to receive his nightly meds…
Biden’s Slip-Up Reveals Truth About Border Crisis: A Comedy of Errors
In a rare moment of accidental candor, President Joe Biden inadvertently shed light on the glaring truth behind our border crisis: it’s a bona fide national security threat, folks.
Evening Soup with Basement Joe, Vol. II – Masks, Science, Education, and Old School Hamburger Soup
Political Satire: Having trouble surviving these times? You’re not alone. Join us in columnist John F. Di Leo’s exploration of an alternate universe, where we imagine the impossible:
The Tales of Little Pavel, Episode 18: Little Pavel Does the Laundry
Political Satire: Having trouble surviving these times? You’re not alone. Join us in columnist John F. Di Leo’s exploration of an alternate universe, where we imagine the impossible: