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#41
Chit Chat / Re watch bin
July 31, 2017, 01:18:49 PM
Perhaps this could've stayed in the TV thread so merge if need be, but Im curious, what are you re watch shows? The ones that maintain your interest again and again?
Annually, Ill either continue, or start over, in random order with these...

The Sopranos - just so much information and ambiguity here, truly stellar storytelling that never gets old.
The Wire - Most dont like it because they deem it too slow, which I did also. I began this show, was about two to three depisodes deep, then quit. Took me over a year to get back to it but my only regret was that it took me so long. Again, just a wonderful series with depth beyond most.
Deadwood - My favorite genre. id offer up one bit of info, Ive heard many people say they are turned off by the modern vulgar language in the show and that it didnt exist back then. While true, there is a reason for it; in that time, foul language back then is quite time and has zero efect on people today, hence the modern cursing because the creators wanted the language to be as shocking as it was then to show the characteristics and demeanor of the people who used such language. Anyway, fyi...
The Shield - I actually just watched this the first time this year. I really enjoyed it, but we will see if it makes it into the rewatch rotation full time. Certainly a wonderful ending.
Band of Brothers - enough said

I usually have one heavy thought provoking show running and then a lighter one to offset things when I need it and thats where these come in;
-All in the Family. Brash, bigoted, loving and hilarious. Talk about exploding through a new creative wall, well, here you go. Nothing like it since and no way you could get away with this material today. Its also a great look at where we were as a society back in the 70's.
-Dick Van Dyke - this guy is a comedic genius and I would stack him up against anyone, he is that good. The cast is wonderfully connected and the idea is a home run, revolves around a writer for a variety TV show and his family. Clean comedy that transcends time. They hit on topics that are still relevant to this day. Incredible foresight.
-Cheers - Live vicariously through these beer sponges at their favorite tavern. One liners, retired pro ball playing womanizer, pseudo intellectual and biting wit from all corners, and, dont forget it spawned Frasier.
-The Office. did you really think Id leave this one off?

Whats say you?

#42
Baseball / 2017 Season
July 07, 2017, 07:32:43 PM
Can I just say that watching the Astros build from the ashes of three consecutive 100 loss seasons to this team of contenders is quite awesome
#43
Console Gaming Discussion / Uncharted 4
June 07, 2016, 12:10:22 PM
Picked this up a week ago, played first chapter very sparingly. Looks great, plays great so far.
I imagine this will take me quite a while to complete, so I'll update occasionally
#44
Other Sports / Masters
April 11, 2016, 12:25:33 AM
Jordan Spieth with a quadruple on the back nine gives away the Masters.
It wasn't a Norman like crater, but that had to hurt.
3 Masters appearances and he's finished 2nd 1st and 2nd. One day, he will be proud of that stat.
#45
Chit Chat / Gawker loses to Hulkamania
March 18, 2016, 10:26:13 PM
http://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2016/03/115-million-verdict-in-hulk-hogan-sex-tape-lawsuit-could-wipe-out-gawker/

And I couldn't be more thrilled. Of course though, we all know shit floats, so they will slink their way out of becoming defunct, but in the meantime, fuck them.
Also glad the two turds (the founder and former editor) were sued individually and are liable. I hope they end up with a cup in their hand and then are constantly harassed on the street by TMZ.

And this is one reason why they should go

http://i.imgur.com/CQ5qgvu.jpg
#46
Console Gaming Discussion / MLB 16 The Show
January 27, 2016, 11:03:06 PM
Hello spring!
http://blog.us.playstation.com/2016/01/26/mlb-the-show-16-new-road-to-the-show-details-revealed/

I really hope RTTS gets major love this year.
I might even try to manage a franchise this time too since you can go year to year.
As far as wish lists go, I've always wanted to be able to see the weather on pre game screen so you could then accessorize appropriately.
Also, would it kill you to allow us to mix and match uni selections or at the very least, allow us to choose uni's?
#47
Political Ranting / Flip flop
December 29, 2015, 07:16:42 PM
Seems to me politicians are so cautious to change their stance on anything for fear of being called a flip flopper. I get it, if you change your mind because another entity gives you cash, sure, but I really despise a system where a candidate is called out for changing an opinion based on reasonable thought, an unexplored idea, well presented opposing viewpoint or more information.
To me, that just tells me it's a reasonable candidate with an open mind and heaven forbid we have people like that running the country.
#48
Chit Chat / Commercials
December 19, 2015, 10:14:21 PM
I typically avoid products in ads because they are condescending and/or chock full of misleading or misinformation, but, if you channel Star Wars into it, I will double my efforts.
#49
Video Gaming General / Which game
November 18, 2015, 03:43:42 PM
should I buy?
I'm looking for one.  It seems I always think a game will be good but then when it is released, reviews are meh.
So, that said, strike any game that is online only/. I know this is the big thing now, but not me.
*Edit to add, something like a golf game online would be acceptable as its a more controlled experience.
Doesnt really matter which genre.
Keep in mind, doesnt have to be really new since I don't buy often.
Just cant get into the Batman games, doesnt work for me....I know, Im the only one.
I hear the soccer is really good, but I doubt I would get full enjoyment out of that as much as I do say, baseball or football, when there was a football game.
Ones I was intersted in hearing about upon release but never followed up on were;
Mad Max, NHL, UFC, NBA, WWE, MGS, Fallout and all the other FPS, I think there was another COD or two?
Or, is there something coming up I need to wait for?
#50
Other Sports / MMA
November 16, 2015, 01:06:03 AM
Anyone follow?
UFC yesterday prompted this thread.
I guess id be classified as a casual follower in that I follow the sport and understand basics but get lost when you get overly scientific about the sport.
I add this in regards to Rousey. Most know she tore through her division, destroying all comers. I was always impressed but felt it wouldnt be so easy v a good striker and/or all round athlete. Thats why i bet on Tate and lost. Kaufman and lost. McMann...lost...Carmouche? Lost.
I didnt know a lot about Holm just that she was a world champion boxer prior to MMA.
Saw a few fights, not impressed, didnt bet on her...and lost my chance lol
Many reveled in her being compketely dismantled ala Silva. I, honestly couldnt believe it because she owned everything. However, you had to know she was due. Way overexposed, hypocritical comments, inflammatory stances, poor sportsmanship and petulance all part of her come uppance.
The MMA world is curiously awaiting her first public appearance since her iconic beatdown....this could bury her forever or reinvent herself.

#51
Pro Football / Lock of the week
October 29, 2015, 01:19:12 AM
Lets see if we can run this week to week.
Seriously, if you were in dire circumstances and had one hail mary...say $10k and decided to lay it down...who gets your bet?
Lets go with and without the spread.
#52
Baseball / 2014 season
August 20, 2014, 07:45:44 PM
Astros are not in last place...just saying...
#53
Video Gaming General / Mad Max
June 29, 2014, 07:55:23 PM
Interested in this one

#54
Video Gaming General / PS4 or XBox One
June 25, 2014, 05:00:42 PM
ok first things first.  I said in another thread that it would likely be 4 years before I entered the next gen territory so allow me to re address that briefly.
I had a good month.

Now, I'm considering buying one of these two and Ive read about them a little but wanted more input based on my perceptions and likes when it comes to a new system.
We've all seen the snappy XBox one commercials with all the media integration and while it's a cool advance in technology, I say, so what?
I don't want to watch tv while I play video games, I have a DVR for that. 
Streaming, as in streaming your music through or to the system, I don't care about that either.  I've got Apple TV for that, plus, all the music I want in my system is going to be on the hard drive anyway.
For Netflix, Amazon and the like?  Well...meh.  I mean when Amazon Prime was only on PS3 I rarely ever used it and even then only did it just because it was there.  Again, I use other devices for that purpose.
Kinect? I see no use for this at all.

The guts of the 2 systems seems like it will even out although Sony has the edge, so sayeth reviewers, in the graphics dept.  However, much to my surprise, one reviewer did bring up the first thought that came to my mind when I saw that, which was, would you notice the difference if they weren't right next to each other?  Not likely.  So thats a minimal advantage for me when considering a purchase.
There was also a bit about the billybox being compatible to the higher end wireless tech specs and Sony was on the old.  I don't know how that would affect me though.
The exclusive game war doesn't mean a whole lot to me. Im not going to let the availability of a certain game have any impact on my decision, so you can throw that "deciding factor" out the window.
I read the PS4 has much quicker load times and that the Xbox already has consistent booting issues, and their history does concern me somewhat Ill admit.
There was also something about Sony not recognizing mp3's as of now but that it will be a  future fix.  That might be a little bit of a pain so it might matter a bit.
What else?
I see the XBox has the HDMI in and outs whereas the PS4 only has the out.  I assume that's for the pass through for media integration ala TV feed, but like I noted earlier, doesn't really capture my interest.
I like the look of the PS4 better, but then I always have.  Minimal factor though.
To me, seems PS4 is designed more towards gaming and XBox is more towards a media experience.

That's all I can recall, so give me your input and correct my misinterpreted views.
I know Ive minimalized some of the features so enlighten as to how they may be used for instances Im not seeing, such as what might be used for what feature in the future etc...

Oh, and know this too, I freakin HATE Windows!!!  And I know the interface for the XBox is supposedly all Windows Desktop looking and sorta difficult to move around and if thats the case, Ill dump that turd out of contention right now.
#55
Console Gaming Discussion / MLB 14 The Show
May 09, 2014, 11:39:39 PM
so norm, to pick up where we left off....
After you pointed it out, I tried the dynamic setting and it worked pretty well, for a while, then, disaster struck as I entered the legend level.
At one point I struck out 10 out of 16 AB's.
I was injured for two months entering the IR with a 350 BA (it was still relatively early in the season) and by seasons end it was 285. 
Keep in mind, I played out of the box which is Veteran and was just destroyed at this level, which I guess is the point.
What my problem is, even on veteran level, is the stride. it just seems odd when you pull the stick back t begin your stride, then having to hold it for a split second or two before swinging. One fluid motion feels much more intuitive to me and you can get away with that on Veteran level, but at Legend level? Nope.  The stride matters...a lot. As it should I guess.
Pitch type is almost impossible to pick up and even determining if the pitch is in the zone or not is abundantly more difficult.
The good thing is, it is much more representative of real baseball.  You have half a second to determine if you are going to swing or not and timing is everything.
For the first time ever, I'm playing an entire Spring Training to try to get a handle on this Legend level but I don't see it happening.
This will be my third full season in the bigs and hopefully I can adapt.
FYI, I think I said Id post my slider tweaks so here ya go.  It's minimal.
CPU pitcher consistency (it might be pitcher control - its the one that says might allow more wild pitches) set to zero
CPU pitcher strike frequency - set to zero
And thats all I do and basically it's to help draw walks because in my experience, even working the count, without tweaking these settings, you'll almost never daw a walk, even if your a two strike hitter adept at 7 or 8 pitch at bats.

In the meantime, I need to get back to my pitcher too....