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The Karen Who Demanded A Refund For Oxygen

November 19, 2021 · 1 min read

One of my favorite “Karen” videos…

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When Encouragement Actually Rings True

March 28, 2023 · 1 min read

“Go, Girl! Go!” I’ve never liked the phrase. It feels false, like wish fulfillment. But in this case, it works. Click here.

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Sacha Baron Cohen's Comic Brilliance On And Off Screen

February 11, 2022 · 1 min read

Sacha Baron Cohen – He’s brilliant as a comic actor. He’s also very funny as a guest. Oops! Thanks to JJ for pointing out this goof in Wednesday’s PS. “Hi Mark. I’m sure many others will write to you about…

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Louisiana Woman's Million-Dollar Bank Error Dilemma

April 28, 2021 · 1 min read

I’m not sure why I clicked on this video. I guess I do. It was the headline: “Louisiana woman accused of refusing to return $1.2M after bank error.” It’s like an elevator pitch for the opening of a movie…

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From The Innocence Project

March 9, 2022 · 1 min read

Stop the Execution of Melissa Lucio in Texas On April 27, Melissa Lucio is scheduled to be executed by the State of Texas for a crime that never occurred. Melissa’s 2-year-old daughter, Mariah, died tragically…

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