Joe Poz loves the ShamWOW

As numerous brilliant readers point out: I was remiss in not giving full love to the ShamWow — the shammy, towel, sponge that holds 20X its weight in liquid. It was a huge oversight … love, love, love the ShamWow. Brilliant readers have already made most of the great points about the commercials. First, there’s Vince Offer who is flat BERATING you for not buying the ShamWow. He’s like this new generation pitchman … most pitchmen and pitchwomen (pitchpeople) have gone for the gentle but firm Ron Popeil "Look how easy this is going to make your life," style of pitch.

But Offer has a whole new thing: "Holy cow, you are a COMPLETE MORON if you don’t buy this towel thingy. In fact, I can’t believe you haven’t bought it already. Olympic drivers use these. And you don’t have one? How do you sleep at night?"

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AIM: SouthSideCheat

by The Cheat on Jan 8, 2009 2:04 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

What's an "Olympic driver"?

Like a chariot racer?

"A good cigar is like a beautiful chick with a great body who also knows the American League box scores. "
Klinger

by Chiburb on Jan 8, 2009 2:07 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

when you write 1800 words in each blog entry, there's bound to be a few things that slip through the spellchecker cracks

AIM: SouthSideCheat

by The Cheat on Jan 8, 2009 2:16 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

You've got spellchecker?

Wow. All I got is a crummy red star. And no mobile posting.

"A good cigar is like a beautiful chick with a great body who also knows the American League box scores. "
Klinger

by Chiburb on Jan 8, 2009 2:23 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Chrome has a built-in spellchecker which I routinely ignore

Buehrle

AIM: SouthSideCheat

by The Cheat on Jan 8, 2009 2:31 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

You use Chrome?

I like it but the bookmark support is too simplistic. Can you get upgrades or something. I know you must have a lot of bookmarks.

www.stallingtheman.blogspot.com

by Raf on Jan 8, 2009 2:58 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I'm rockin' a netbook most of the time right now

so I’ve got chrome for the sparseness of it’s header/tabs/bookmarks (which I have turned off most times with a simple ctrl+B)

AIM: SouthSideCheat

by The Cheat on Jan 8, 2009 3:39 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

what netbook?

I was in the shit too!

by thecip on Jan 8, 2009 7:07 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I use chrome and I love it!

by JoeCoolMan24 on Jan 8, 2009 11:16 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

chrome would be great if it had extensions.

WINDOWS 7 BETA TOMORROW!!! WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

I was in the shit too!

by thecip on Jan 8, 2009 3:16 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Windows blows

by 815Sox on Jan 9, 2009 8:15 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

nah-uh!

I was in the shit too!

by thecip on Jan 9, 2009 9:29 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Joe likes Cheat's threads and steals his ideas.

Didn’t we just talk about this 2 nights ago? I think you have been ripped off.

I would rather douse a newspaper in gasoline, wrap it around my penis and light it on fire then relive that experience
by armedpp on Aug 29, 2007 2:36 AM EDT

by winningugly on Jan 8, 2009 2:18 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

he obviously didn't read, or he would have mentioned the best part

the obvious overdubbing of “10 years”

AIM: SouthSideCheat

by The Cheat on Jan 8, 2009 2:20 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

He definitely covered all my thoughts upon watching it the other night, though - Beware of Imitators made me laugh out loud and consider the possibilities of ShamWOW imposters!

...and then some depressed fucked-cake eating.

by homesickalien on Jan 9, 2009 11:26 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Law on Beckham

Just saw this is KLaw’s chat today:

Jimmy (Chicago): Gordon Beckham is comparable to ?
SportsNation Keith Law: I hate the comparisons game. There’s really nobody like him in the majors right now. Decent defender at ss, gets the most from his tools because he has such great instincts and game awareness, good pull power, hitch in his swing does worry me but it wasn’t a problem with metal.

And if you haven’t read it, he’s grumpy today.

http://proxy.espn.go.com/chat/chatESPN?event_id=24452

by coffeepac on Jan 8, 2009 2:20 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

He heard Obama's speech

about the economy today and put two and two together = we’re all f*cked. I’m grumpy too.

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 8, 2009 2:41 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Will the ShamWOW spaz spokesman

replace Billy Mays as the most annoying infomercial pitchman?

Discuss.

"There will be surgery. It will heal. It will heal fast."- Carlos Quentin on NBC 5 News Chicago (9/5/08)

by tailgater on Jan 8, 2009 3:08 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

and it's a flashlight!

by larry on Jan 8, 2009 3:17 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I miss the British guy with the bow tie that did the Didi 7 infomercial

That one is a classic.

set it and forget it.

I was in the shit too!

by thecip on Jan 8, 2009 3:18 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Comparisons

http://www.cafemom.com/dailybuzz/entertainment/2144/Infomercial_Pitchmen_Billy_Mays_or_ShamWOW_Guy

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 8, 2009 3:25 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

The British guy who advertises the Magic Bullet is worse

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RtpKjgwi4Sc

Vinny Del Negro interviewed for the job today. I mean come on! Nobody else thinks this is nuts?
by Juiceboxjerry on Jun 6, 2008 4:21 PM CDT actions actions 0 recs

by Ozzie Montana on Jan 8, 2009 3:43 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Terry Twillstein?

Inventor of the fooderator?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BTnpdZEoefY

"Grow up loser. Learn how to not to a prick." CHESSFU to Furby

by e-gus on Jan 8, 2009 3:48 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

This guy sued the Church of Scientology?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shamwow

Vinny Del Negro interviewed for the job today. I mean come on! Nobody else thinks this is nuts?
by Juiceboxjerry on Jun 6, 2008 4:21 PM CDT actions actions 0 recs

by Ozzie Montana on Jan 8, 2009 3:53 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

lol - his 1999 underground comedy movie

“a series of sketches built around subjects like masturbation, defecation, alienation, urination, necrophilia, voyeurism, casual brutality and mockery of the unfortunate.”

"Grow up loser. Learn how to not to a prick." CHESSFU to Furby

by e-gus on Jan 8, 2009 4:00 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I can't believe this guy has his own Wiki page.

Where’s mine?

I would rather douse a newspaper in gasoline, wrap it around my penis and light it on fire then relive that experience
by armedpp on Aug 29, 2007 2:36 AM EDT

by winningugly on Jan 8, 2009 4:07 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

You got one!

It isn’t totally a personal page, but you are mentioned in it:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oldest_people

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 8, 2009 4:17 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

If my arthritis wasn't flaring up

I’d kick his ass for you WU.

"There will be surgery. It will heal. It will heal fast."- Carlos Quentin on NBC 5 News Chicago (9/5/08)

by tailgater on Jan 8, 2009 4:34 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Funny you mentioned that -

I will be having my first elective surgery ever next month – bone-on-bone joint friction in the metatarsal region (bad for someone who runs a lot). The doc said it was as a result of arthritis. Motherfarker. 8 weeks of no running.

BSS, your time is gonna come. If you live that long, you POS. :)

I would rather douse a newspaper in gasoline, wrap it around my penis and light it on fire then relive that experience
by armedpp on Aug 29, 2007 2:36 AM EDT

by winningugly on Jan 8, 2009 4:38 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

You left yourself open for that one.

I didn’t know you were a runner?

I workout about 5 days a week and used to mainly hit the weights and then run maybe a mile or so. But, my NY resolution was to run more and hit the weights a little less. Well, this is my first full week of doing that….ran 5 miles this morning and it feels like my ankles are broken. I think I need some new shoes. I didn’t realize how much stress goes on your legs and feet….sorry to hear about the surgery.

Maybe you’ll get some good drugs? (Ask the doc to slip in a couple Viagra for you to liven up your “spirits”.)

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 8, 2009 4:47 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Don't forget the 10/4 rule

No more than a 10% increase in mileage each week, and cut back mileage back by at least a fourth at least every fourth week (use the prior week when applying the 10% rule to the next week).

The fourth-week-cutback rule is very important. The last time I violated it I gave myself a stress fracture (that I proceeded to run Boston on — not smart) that took the better part of two years to feel right again.

by BridgeportJoe on Jan 8, 2009 5:22 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

What is the rule on increasing speed?

Or is there one?

Why so serious?

by reardenmettle on Jan 8, 2009 5:37 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Never do two fast/hard workouts in a row.

Always separate them by an easy run. Even the Kenyans abide by this. They’ll run three times a day during peak training, and go hard-easy-hard then easy-hard-easy on alternate days.

by BridgeportJoe on Jan 9, 2009 12:55 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

fuck it

I’m trying to get swoll this summer. I was a huge letdown last season and it isn’t going to happen again, injury risk or no

by Daniel Berlyn on Jan 8, 2009 8:52 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I didn't know that either.

Thanks for the tip. My wife is starting training for the Chicago Marathon, we’ve both done half marathons – which is my limit. I’m not sure she realizes the training that goes into a full marathon. She is a good athlete, but 26 miles is a long way!

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 9:42 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

If she's just running to finish then she'll be OK.

It’s when you start running for time that marathons become a bit scary. Just make sure she puts in the long runs. I’m a big fan of spreading a lot of them out over several months (i.e., 6 20+ runs over 3+ months), but opinions differ on this.

If she’s running for time, then things change a bit. She should be doing one 10+ run a week at faster than goal pace, and at least a couple of 15+ runs at close to goal pace during training. My preference is to repeat long run distances, the first time doing it as easy as I’d like, the second time doing it at close to marathon goal pace (obviously a little slower the closer to 26 miles I get).

by BridgeportJoe on Jan 9, 2009 1:00 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

She's doing it more to finish

I worry though because she does have some minor knee issues and more importantly she has 7-screws and a steel plate on one of her ankles (biking accident). So the training can’t be super intense.

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 1:37 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Also...

For shoes, go to a running specialty store. Ask for help. Try on a bunch of options. Keep track of mileage. When you hit 600 miles or your knees start hurting, it’s time for new shoes.

by BridgeportJoe on Jan 8, 2009 5:24 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Good advice, Joe. How goes your running in CO?

I would rather douse a newspaper in gasoline, wrap it around my penis and light it on fire then relive that experience
by armedpp on Aug 29, 2007 2:36 AM EDT

by winningugly on Jan 8, 2009 5:57 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Eh.

I was training for a winter marathon, but being gone all morning on Saturday or Sunday (and leaving the 2 year-old with the wife) every other week got to be too much of a hassle. It got to where we would start fighting the Wednesday before about me being gone. I said “screw it” in November and just ran to maintain fitness over the holidays (maybe 30 mpw at about 7:30/mile).

I’m going to broach the idea about maybe running Chicago in a few weeks — if I lock in a race, then perhaps things will be different. I’ll offer to provide a babysitter for my long runs so my wife can go have some alone time herself. In the meantime, I’m working on speed so I can throw down a fast 10K this spring. I’d like to go right around 40:00 at altitude (the Bolder Boulder maybe?), which would be around 38:30 at sea level, and a half mary this summer. Currently I’m doing a lot of tempo runs and hill training. I’ll probably add track work in February.

by BridgeportJoe on Jan 9, 2009 1:15 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

once you find good ones

look for them at Target and I guarantee they’ll be cheaper

by Daniel Berlyn on Jan 8, 2009 8:49 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Wrong.

Target doesn’t carry Mizunos or Adidas specialty running shoes. At least not the ones I go to.

by BridgeportJoe on Jan 9, 2009 1:01 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Asics

got them for 35 dollars cheaper than at Runner’s Edge

by Daniel Berlyn on Jan 9, 2009 7:11 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Asics are funny.

With their trainers, they don’t have a decent neutral shoe. Everything is heavy on support ~~- which can really mess with you if you don’t over~~ or underpronate. They’re sort of the anti-Mizuno (great shoes if you are a neutral/efficient runner, but not if not).

All of that said, they do make some great non-trainers. I currently run on Asics racing flats for speedwork (and racing, obviously). I prefer Filas, but the running store I got them from in Turin closed* last time we went.**

Actually, it turned into a Mizuno-only store. Which was ironic — I wore Mizunos at the time, but they are much cheaper over here.

No, we don’t go to Italy to support my barely-sub-3:00 marathon career. Much as I wish. The wife has a job that requires annual trips, and I try to tag along every other one.

by BridgeportJoe on Jan 11, 2009 11:40 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I like Asics - New Balance killed me,

and I find Asics much less heavy on the support. Bigger toe box, too. Never have tried Mizunos.

I would rather douse a newspaper in gasoline, wrap it around my penis and light it on fire then relive that experience
by armedpp on Aug 29, 2007 2:36 AM EDT

by winningugly on Jan 12, 2009 6:32 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Mizunos aren't bad

in fact, I liked them quite a bit for the one pair I had.

by Daniel Berlyn on Jan 12, 2009 7:02 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I really need new shoes.

Ran again this morning, only 4 miles….and now my heel hurts?

I run in Nike running shoes, but they are 6 months old and I have worked out in them too much.

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 9:43 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Sounds like you need to cut back on mileage.

As for shoes, each person is totally different and recommendations are pretty worthless. I will say that I’m currently running on Adidas Supernovas, and I’ve been moderately pleased on them. I have run on Mizuno Wave Riders up until now for the past few years and generally loved them, but the WR 11 didn’t work for me. I’ll try the WR 12 when it arrives in stores in a few weeks and see if I like that better. But I’m a pretty efficient and neutral runner, so what works for me likely won’t for you — and vice versa. The only time I seriously hurt myself was when I was running in a pair of Asics Kayanos that everybody swears by, but the support that helps overpronators kills me.

by BridgeportJoe on Jan 9, 2009 1:04 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

About 8 years ago

I started wearing Asics, I loved how light they were. Felt like I was running with no shoes. I noticed that they wore out pretty quick and switched to Nike. I’ve never owned any Adidas and need to try and see if they are for me.

Thanks

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 1:40 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

IF you have the time please check out this book.

It really helped me out with joint pain and fatigue. I had to read it through twice to understand it but, the benefits were nothing short of amazing.

I am going to ask you one time, and i'm gonna ask you nice. Where the fuck is Ringo bitch.

by ElDiablo on Jan 9, 2009 4:51 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I am going to ask you one time, and i'm gonna ask you nice. Where the fuck is Ringo bitch.

by ElDiablo on Jan 9, 2009 4:51 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

here it is sorry still sleepy

http://cgi.ebay.com/Chi-Running-A-Revolutionary-Approach-Dreyer-Danny-N_W0QQitemZ270325024749QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Books_NonFictionBooks_NonFictionBooks_SM?hash=item270325024749&_trksid=p3286.m63.l1177

I am going to ask you one time, and i'm gonna ask you nice. Where the fuck is Ringo bitch.

by ElDiablo on Jan 9, 2009 4:52 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Cool

Thanks!

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 9:44 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

metatarsal region? what are you, a fucking shark? dolphin?

"A good cigar is like a beautiful chick with a great body who also knows the American League box scores. "
Klinger

by Chiburb on Jan 9, 2009 9:02 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

"bone-on-bone friction"

On the next Arrested Development, WU listens to a day’s worth of his own recordings to hear his own poorly-chosen words…

I'm like a laser, six-string razor. I've got a mouth like an alligator

by Nordhagen on Jan 9, 2009 9:24 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Suggestion, please. POS.

I would rather douse a newspaper in gasoline, wrap it around my penis and light it on fire then relive that experience
by armedpp on Aug 29, 2007 2:36 AM EDT

by winningugly on Jan 9, 2009 9:45 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

LOL!

and Colin is still in the shower…

"A good cigar is like a beautiful chick with a great body who also knows the American League box scores. "
Klinger

by Chiburb on Jan 9, 2009 9:45 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Mmmmm, soooooaaaappppp.........mmmmmm.

I would rather douse a newspaper in gasoline, wrap it around my penis and light it on fire then relive that experience
by armedpp on Aug 29, 2007 2:36 AM EDT

by winningugly on Jan 9, 2009 9:46 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

did you see my SS vote?

"A good cigar is like a beautiful chick with a great body who also knows the American League box scores. "
Klinger

by Chiburb on Jan 9, 2009 9:47 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Now I did. Good work,

though Helen Keller could’ve seen that one.

I would rather douse a newspaper in gasoline, wrap it around my penis and light it on fire then relive that experience
by armedpp on Aug 29, 2007 2:36 AM EDT

by winningugly on Jan 9, 2009 9:49 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

laugh out loud is right. good one. :D

...and then some depressed fucked-cake eating.

by homesickalien on Jan 9, 2009 11:29 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Past THT Annuals

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And, if you like those, purchase the 2009 Annual in actual print form. It won’t be available for free until next year.

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colin will be unavailable for a few days…

The greatest trick the White Sox ever pulled was convincing their fan base that "Ozzieball" ever existed.

by The Wizard on Jan 8, 2009 7:46 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Tango comes clean

http://www.insidethebook.com/ee/index.php/site/comments/mariners/

The greatest trick the White Sox ever pulled was convincing their fan base that "Ozzieball" ever existed.

by The Wizard on Jan 8, 2009 8:00 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

(fwap, fwap, fwap goes colin.)

I would rather douse a newspaper in gasoline, wrap it around my penis and light it on fire then relive that experience
by armedpp on Aug 29, 2007 2:36 AM EDT

by winningugly on Jan 8, 2009 8:09 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Derek Lowe Rumors: Thursday

1:15pm: SI.com’s Jon Heyman says the Mets and Lowe remain far apart in negotiations. Heyman sees the Angels, Phillies, and Brewers as other suitors aside from the Braves.

11:40pm: Mark Bowman notes that the Braves’ meeting with Lowe was arranged before they lost Smoltz, but their interest has increased this week. Chipper Jones already made a pitch to Lowe.

10:45pm: Gordon Edes of Yahoo says the Braves have “zeroed in on Lowe” and have significant interest. An Edes source adds that the Red Sox topped Atlanta’s offer for Smoltz by “a couple million.”

http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2009/01/derek-lowe-to-m.html

The greatest trick the White Sox ever pulled was convincing their fan base that "Ozzieball" ever existed.

by The Wizard on Jan 8, 2009 8:22 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

good enough for Lowe at 15 mil or so but not for Smoltz at 5 mil

fuck the shit out of Frank Wren. I sort of hate him now.

by Daniel Berlyn on Jan 8, 2009 8:50 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I know for who I'm rooting on Sunday

http://www.wsmv.com/video/18433370/index.html 2:06

http://deadspin.com/5126648/titans-cheerleader-will-reanimate-your-lifeless-tissue

The greatest trick the White Sox ever pulled was convincing their fan base that "Ozzieball" ever existed.

by The Wizard on Jan 8, 2009 9:00 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

if it's good enough for

joe the plumber, then godammnit i’m on board…..shamwow forever!

by Serpiente on Jan 8, 2009 10:29 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

aj pierzynski is smiling tonight dudes

gators take bcs championship….sooners go boom boom

takes some real stones for the one certifiable cocksucker on here to jump into this convo.-mm

by furby2056 on Jan 8, 2009 10:51 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

TEBOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I would rather douse a newspaper in gasoline, wrap it around my penis and light it on fire then relive that experience
by armedpp on Aug 29, 2007 2:36 AM EDT

by winningugly on Jan 9, 2009 6:19 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I hate that guy

Sooners had that game if they didn’t blow it at the goal line before halftime.

Tebow does have a smoking girlfriend though – too bad he has a tiny package. (larry told me so)

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 9:46 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

What's to hate?

I’m not anyone’s publicist, but criticizing him is like criticizing the Male Ideal – a true Muscular Christian. (If that’s your Male Ideal.)

I would rather douse a newspaper in gasoline, wrap it around my penis and light it on fire then relive that experience
by armedpp on Aug 29, 2007 2:36 AM EDT

by winningugly on Jan 9, 2009 9:48 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

sounds like Josh Fields

"A good cigar is like a beautiful chick with a great body who also knows the American League box scores. "
Klinger

by Chiburb on Jan 9, 2009 9:48 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

That's your wife's ideal...

but she settled for you.

Hahahahahahahaha.

"A good cigar is like a beautiful chick with a great body who also knows the American League box scores. "
Klinger

by Chiburb on Jan 9, 2009 9:50 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Settling

and being forced into marriage due to pre-arranged marriages in the 1930’s are two different things. She didn’t have a choice.

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 9:58 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

No

Some ranting lunatic jumping up and down on the sidelines like a 5-year old with his John 3:16 antiglare tape and getting unsportsmanlike conduct for doing the Gator Chomp to a Sooner player on the field gets me going. Plus, I had the Sooners last night…so that hurt too.

Lastly, I went to college at the Univ. of Kentucky and I hate everything Florida.

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 9:56 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

NOW I get it. OK. Irrational. I's OK.

I would rather douse a newspaper in gasoline, wrap it around my penis and light it on fire then relive that experience
by armedpp on Aug 29, 2007 2:36 AM EDT

by winningugly on Jan 9, 2009 9:58 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Timo Perez hit for the cycle in the DWL

AIM: SouthSideCheat

by The Cheat on Jan 8, 2009 11:59 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

attaboy timo

he can play cf for us

takes some real stones for the one certifiable cocksucker on here to jump into this convo.-mm

by furby2056 on Jan 9, 2009 12:16 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I mean this from the bottom of my heart:

You gotta love Blago. Re: his impeachment by the House today:

The vote by the House was 114-1 with one member voting “present.” It marks the first time in the state’s 190-year history that a governor has been impeached, despite Illinois’ longstanding reputation for political corruption.
Rep. Milt Patterson (D-Chicago) was the lone vote against impeachment. The “present” vote was cast by Rep. Elga Jefferies (D-Chicago).
A spokesman for the governor said he won’t resign.

Precious. And who the fark are Milt Patterson and Elga Jefferies? Do they vote in the HOF elections, too?

I would rather douse a newspaper in gasoline, wrap it around my penis and light it on fire then relive that experience
by armedpp on Aug 29, 2007 2:36 AM EDT

by winningugly on Jan 9, 2009 12:37 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

awesome.

...and then some depressed fucked-cake eating.

by homesickalien on Jan 9, 2009 12:44 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Milt said it was up to the Feds to prove his guilt, not the Il. House.

Don’t know about Elga.
Actually, I have mixed feelings about this. It hasn’t always been clear during his term that he’s cause of the state’s gridlock and general stupidity. Other players have their agendas, including the Speaker of the House and Mayor Daley. Either this should’ve been done long before the alleged selling of the Senate seat, or that’s a convenient excuse to provide cover for cowards. What I know for sure, is that Blago CAN bring down the entire corrupt combine if he wants to, perhaps in exchange for a lighter sentence?
As always, just an opinion. See my 2B vote.

"A good cigar is like a beautiful chick with a great body who also knows the American League box scores. "
Klinger

by Chiburb on Jan 9, 2009 12:50 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I still haven't seen or heard any concrete

Evidence that he should be tried??? Am I nuts? I have heard the tapes and what he said…but I haven’t seen that he took any money or asked on tape to one of the candidates for money?

I have read the memo’s, and what people said about him…but none of it deserves a federal indictment. He’s an a$$hole, didn’t work hard, has a terrible mouth, treats people badly and gave jobs to people in his inner circle. Many a politician has done this.

If he accepted bribes, that is one thing. Sounds like a Madigan witchhunt…. hopefully Fitzgerald has some evidence that can convict him. Because Blago’s defense team is too good for him to get convicted on the stuff I have seen.

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 1:47 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

one really wouldn't expect to see or hear such things

grand juries tend to be secret.

by larry on Jan 9, 2009 1:49 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

True

Does the House have legitimate leg to stand on? I saw what they were impeaching him on and most of it is stuff from 3 or 4 years ago – that isn’t really abnormal (Freedom of Information Act??? —-look at Chicago!) or is allegations made by Fitzgerald, which are that…still allegations.

House acted too soon in my opinion. Witchhunt.

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 2:01 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

they impeached him. no different than an indictment, which is allegations. they have plenty of legs to stand on.

by larry on Jan 9, 2009 2:06 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Doesn't an Impeachment

of the Governor in Illinois law = the House convicting the Governor of wrongdoing?

I understand the trial goes before the Senate and this is the first step. But, there are only two steps and what I am saying is I think the House acted too quickly on the impeachment.

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 2:11 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

no.

and it seems like there was quite a bit of evidence to support impeachment. conviction is another matter.

by larry on Jan 9, 2009 2:18 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I think it is a foregone

conclusion that the Senate is going to vote to have him removed. I wonder how many former allies he is going to take down in the process.

I also am getting a sick feeling in my stomach, as I know Lisa Madigan will probably be our next Governor. This ship isn’t going to turn around anytime soon.

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 2:23 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

if it's a foregone conclusion, i would think it's a more likely that quinn will be our next governor.

by larry on Jan 9, 2009 2:25 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Yes

I should have put, “elected governor”.

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 2:27 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

will the madigan machine sink quinn in 2010?

quinn sounds like a good guy

The greatest trick the White Sox ever pulled was convincing their fan base that "Ozzieball" ever existed.

by The Wizard on Jan 9, 2009 2:32 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

i'd question whether madigan will run for governor in 2010.

by larry on Jan 9, 2009 2:33 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

She will

campaign is already being put together.

Just saw Blago’s newsconference…what a JOKE! I mean it was utter nonsense…he is working for the people. Trying to save peoples homes and then he had a handfull of people as examples standing next to him. He was actually talking crazy talk – guy is going to give everyone up if he goes down.

Daley will have him taken out.

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 2:37 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

i'm sure a campaign is being put together.

that’s what politicians do. as for what, that’s another matter.

by larry on Jan 9, 2009 2:47 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Probably changed her target to Senate...

Since there’s gonna be a wide-open primary in ‘10. And guess who’s got the most state-wide name recognition?

"A good cigar is like a beautiful chick with a great body who also knows the American League box scores. "
Klinger

by Chiburb on Jan 9, 2009 2:51 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

i'm thinking roland burris has some pretty good name recognition now.

however, that’s the question – who do you think is more vulnerable in a democratic primary, quinn or burris? 9 months from now it might look different but i’d hazard right now that quinn will have a lovely honeymoon period as governor and burris will not have enough time to make an impression other than as the guy the governor who got booted from office and is about to go on trial in federal court appointed.

by larry on Jan 9, 2009 2:56 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Burris will be 73 in 2010.

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 3:05 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

so approximately average for a senator.

all the more reason to take him on.

by larry on Jan 9, 2009 3:07 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Could be

She has young kids…governor might be a better fit.

Average age of US Senator is 60.35

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 3:12 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

she's a politician.

the primary motivation is can i win my next election?

and you’ve got way too much time on your hands if you’re looking that up.

by larry on Jan 9, 2009 3:16 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I know

But, if it is probable that you could win either office – you go for the one that you want more.

CSPAN.ORG – 3 seconds.

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 3:29 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

senator is better than governor.

by larry on Jan 9, 2009 3:31 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Too most, yes.

What do you think her father would want?

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 3:37 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

i doubt there are (m)any politicians who would want governor over senator.

and madigan certainly doesn’t lack ambition. with a putz like burris as incumbent, the calculus changes.

by larry on Jan 9, 2009 3:42 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

IF Quinn runs, and Madigan/Burris run too...

I can see another black being drafted to siphon support from Burris. Then, a Quinn-Madigan matchup is won by Madigan. As disgusted as voters may be with her old man, he can certainly generate votes state-wide for her.
Though I don’t see Quinn being a player for Senate. Gov, yes.

"A good cigar is like a beautiful chick with a great body who also knows the American League box scores. "
Klinger

by Chiburb on Jan 9, 2009 3:14 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

i was talking about quinn for governor and burris for senator.

quinn isn’t going to run for the senate. that’s silly. the point is which incumbent is more vulnerable in a democratic primary.

by larry on Jan 9, 2009 3:18 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Could be....

…last I heard was governor, from some pretty reliable sources.

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 3:05 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Impeachment isn't so bad

Just ask Bill Clinton.

"There will be surgery. It will heal. It will heal fast."- Carlos Quentin on NBC 5 News Chicago (9/5/08)

by tailgater on Jan 9, 2009 2:25 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

maybe Blago will write a book too!

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 2:28 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

on a related note, you mean the US senate can't just make up rules that supercede the constitution?

news to me. i’m glad we finally got that one settled after 220 years.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/media/acrobat/2009-01/44440815.pdf

by larry on Jan 9, 2009 1:43 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

i also very much enjoy the headline on chicagotribune.com "court rebuffs burris on senate signature"

way to miss the forest for the tree.

by larry on Jan 9, 2009 1:53 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Thank God for Illinois.

You make Florida look positively Lincolnesque. And our elected people are idiots.

I would rather douse a newspaper in gasoline, wrap it around my penis and light it on fire then relive that experience
by armedpp on Aug 29, 2007 2:36 AM EDT

by winningugly on Jan 9, 2009 2:34 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

We make California look like saints.

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 2:38 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

The answer to your question:

Why did they do it? Patterson, who voted No, told the CBS affiliate for southern Illinois that he had “no first-hand knowledge of any of the evidence,” and that he had to go with his “gut feeling” and leave it up to prosecutors, not legislators, to charge the governor.

I had the chance to speak briefly on the phone with Jefferies, who voted Present — which is essentially the same as a No vote, because it counts towards defeating a motion.

“I voted Present because I did not completely agree on a Yes vote, and I didn’t agree on a No vote,” Jefferies said. “I felt that the reason all this had come about has been blown out of context.”

Jefferies said that she felt that the investigation against Blagojevich had become personal, with the legislators digging in on hirings that went back years. “I think there’s a lot of things that he could have done differently,” said Jefferies. “I’m not saying he’s been 100% right. And he’ll have his day in court.”

Jefferies concluded: “I voted my conscience.”

"A good cigar is like a beautiful chick with a great body who also knows the American League box scores. "
Klinger

by Chiburb on Jan 9, 2009 2:17 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Btw, both are lame ducks.

Patterson didn’t run for re-election, Elga lost hers.

"A good cigar is like a beautiful chick with a great body who also knows the American League box scores. "
Klinger

by Chiburb on Jan 9, 2009 2:20 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Around the Majors

• The Giants are looking at free-agent third baseman Joe Crede, as are the Twins and Rangers.

• Freddy Garcia is being pursued by the Mets, White Sox and Rangers. Garcia shut things down in the Venezuela Winter League but his MRI revealed no damage to his shoulder.

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/writers/jon_heyman/01/09/manny.giants.dodgers/

The greatest trick the White Sox ever pulled was convincing their fan base that "Ozzieball" ever existed.

by The Wizard on Jan 9, 2009 12:46 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

I sincerely hope Crede does not go to the Twins. I like him too much to see him in a Twins uni.

...and then some depressed fucked-cake eating.

by homesickalien on Jan 9, 2009 2:32 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

With Punto at SS

I’d have nightmares.

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 2:38 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

seems the twins aren't interested

http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2009/01/twins-not-in-on.html

The greatest trick the White Sox ever pulled was convincing their fan base that "Ozzieball" ever existed.

by The Wizard on Jan 9, 2009 8:13 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

ProspectTube videos

http://www.prospecttube.com/video/

The greatest trick the White Sox ever pulled was convincing their fan base that "Ozzieball" ever existed.

by The Wizard on Jan 9, 2009 12:51 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Thanks for the site. I plan on taking video while I am down in AZ for ST this year.

by JoeCoolMan24 on Jan 11, 2009 1:33 AM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Fantasy Dollar evaluator

http://www.lastplayerpicked.com/priceguide/

http://www.insidethebook.com/ee/index.php/site/comments/fantasy_dollar_evaluator/

The greatest trick the White Sox ever pulled was convincing their fan base that "Ozzieball" ever existed.

by The Wizard on Jan 9, 2009 1:11 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

WILLLLLLLLLLIIIIIEEEE!!!!

http://hotstove.mlblogs.com/archives/2009/01/royals_bloomquist_have_twoyear.html

AIM: SouthSideCheat

by The Cheat on Jan 9, 2009 1:12 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Also, Pedro wants to stay with the Mets, but he's not their first or second choice

http://hotstove.mlblogs.com/archives/2009/01/pedro_anxious_to_return_to_met.html

AIM: SouthSideCheat

by The Cheat on Jan 9, 2009 1:13 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

Product Pitch:

What about a Snuggie that doubles as a ShamWOW?

If you have nothing to add to the discussion. Continue sniffing glue.

by defensive indifference on Jan 9, 2009 1:16 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

danger to our water supplies

could you imagine if a SnugWOW was accidentally dropped into lake Michigan? Water levels would drop 20 feet.

AIM: SouthSideCheat

by The Cheat on Jan 9, 2009 1:25 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs

I always thought that lake was just in the way of more buildings anyway.

Positive: think of the many great uses Roger Bossard would have for the SnugWOW!

1) Keeping warm during the chilly April, early May, and hopefully October games.
2) Instantly drying the field after a heavy downpour.
3) etc.

If you have nothing to add to the discussion. Continue sniffing glue.

by defensive indifference on Jan 9, 2009 1:34 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

larry

will you be representing the Buddhist monks in their lawsuit against the makers of the “Snuggie”. Obvious product rip-off.

"Jenks, who was never afraid to say "no" to a hamburger..."

by BobbySouthSide on Jan 9, 2009 1:50 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Is the Heaven's Gate cult still in operation?

If the Snuggie comes in purple, this could help drive business.

"There will be surgery. It will heal. It will heal fast."- Carlos Quentin on NBC 5 News Chicago (9/5/08)

by tailgater on Jan 9, 2009 2:52 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs

Rec'd for the '80's reference.

I would rather douse a newspaper in gasoline, wrap it around my penis and light it on fire then relive that experience
by armedpp on Aug 29, 2007 2:36 AM EDT

by winningugly on Jan 9, 2009 7:00 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

That wasn't the 80's, you OPOS. I know all the years kinda merge together for you at your age, but I remember being so interested in this event - loving that issue of Newsweek with the bodies and the Nikes on the cover....

I was 6 years old in 1990, so I know it was later than that.

...and then some depressed fucked-cake eating.

by homesickalien on Jan 9, 2009 7:10 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I apologize - I was speaking of MY experience with them.

I really missed my testicles in the ’80’s. Thank God I saved them so I could have them reattached.

I would rather douse a newspaper in gasoline, wrap it around my penis and light it on fire then relive that experience
by armedpp on Aug 29, 2007 2:36 AM EDT

by winningugly on Jan 9, 2009 7:39 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Cryogenics are a wonderful thing. Good thing you left before Hale Bopp showed up.

Speaking of Cryogenics, I don’t know if this is funny to anyone else, but I was amused when I drove behind this truck on the road last Spring…

...and then some depressed fucked-cake eating.

by homesickalien on Jan 9, 2009 7:52 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Ted? Splendid Splinter? Teddy Ballgame?

Say “hi” to Walt Disney for me, will you? Thanks.

I would rather douse a newspaper in gasoline, wrap it around my penis and light it on fire then relive that experience
by armedpp on Aug 29, 2007 2:36 AM EDT

by winningugly on Jan 9, 2009 7:59 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Rec'd.

I would rather douse a newspaper in gasoline, wrap it around my penis and light it on fire then relive that experience
by armedpp on Aug 29, 2007 2:36 AM EDT

by winningugly on Jan 9, 2009 1:58 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

:*(

*cries self to sleep inside SnugWOW

If you have nothing to add to the discussion. Continue sniffing glue.

by defensive indifference on Jan 9, 2009 2:06 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

SnugWOW is tear-absorbent!

EVERYBODY PICK US FOR 3RD OR 4TH SO I DINK WE DOIN POOTY GOO
Sox Machine

by Sox Machine on Jan 9, 2009 3:03 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Plus...

you don’t even need to get up to go to the bathroom.

If you have nothing to add to the discussion. Continue sniffing glue.

by defensive indifference on Jan 9, 2009 4:12 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

LOL.

I don’t, and I don’t have a SnugWOW.

Ahhhhhhhhhhhhh. I feel better. Clean-up in Aisle Three!

I would rather douse a newspaper in gasoline, wrap it around my penis and light it on fire then relive that experience
by armedpp on Aug 29, 2007 2:36 AM EDT

by winningugly on Jan 9, 2009 7:01 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

But you could wring it right back out!

...and then some depressed fucked-cake eating.

by homesickalien on Jan 9, 2009 2:33 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

EVERYBODY PICK US FOR 3RD OR 4TH SO I DINK WE DOIN POOTY GOO
Sox Machine

by Sox Machine on Jan 9, 2009 1:55 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Bobby Jenks has really let himself go.

"There will be surgery. It will heal. It will heal fast."- Carlos Quentin on NBC 5 News Chicago (9/5/08)

by tailgater on Jan 9, 2009 2:26 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Looks like he ate Juan Uribe.

If you have nothing to add to the discussion. Continue sniffing glue.

by defensive indifference on Jan 9, 2009 2:37 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I hope this guy doesn't expect to be taken too seriously.

...and then some depressed fucked-cake eating.

by homesickalien on Jan 9, 2009 7:26 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

I don't know.

His glasses are a sure sign of intelligence.

If you have nothing to add to the discussion. Continue sniffing glue.

by defensive indifference on Jan 9, 2009 8:27 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Gotta say,

this Sox team really sucks.

"I am not going out like SSH. "
by WTGTD, 12/3/08

by ballyb on Jan 9, 2009 1:59 PM CST reply actions 0 recs

suckiest bunch of sucks that ever sucked

by CWSKeith on Jan 9, 2009 2:02 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs

Trade them all!!!

Oh wait….

Vinny Del Negro interviewed for the job today. I mean come on! Nobody else thinks this is nuts?
by Juiceboxjerry on Jun 6, 2008 4:21 PM CDT actions actions 0 recs

by Ozzie Montana on Jan 9, 2009 2:11 PM CST up reply actions 0 recs