Category Archives: Satire

Iran Designs New Destructive Weapon

Posted on May 7, 2009 by Pete

TEHRAN, IRAN (AP) – This morning, Iranian officials declared themselves a world nuclear power with the invention of the FU-238 Fissile Device. Long suspected of purifying large amounts of weapons-grade uranium, the announcement triggered no surprise from NATO. The nuclear test was conducted in the Persian higlands north of Yazd. Continue reading →

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At the risk of being a fanboy…

Posted on November 6, 2008 by Pete

…here’s one more Star Wars video, link courtesy of Katercakes.

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Foxbat and Dez were wondering about this

Posted on November 5, 2008 by Pete

Being a scientist, I was trying to help two of the regulars here on the site understand the physiology of reproduction. Since they are both Star Wars fans, I decided to use this video as an instructional tool. It provides … Continue reading →

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Words that make writers seem smart

Posted on October 23, 2008 by Pete

I’ve recently read some rather pretentious blog entries and periodicals that include some terms and phrases that make me think the writers are trying too hard to be cool. I enjoy a clever turn of phrase as much as the … Continue reading →

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When I'm A Famous Author…

Posted on September 11, 2008 by Pete

I may just have to resort to doing something like this. Heinlein was also known for sending out quirky holiday/special occasion cards as well. Surrounding the outer edges of the card with dates that he could circle, they’d go a little … Continue reading →

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Why not tapeworms?

Posted on August 28, 2008 by Pete

I have a business plan. Ever since I realized it was possible to strain so hard while defecating that you can actually push a coil or two of intestine out, I’ve been thinking about a revolutionary new weight loss treatment. … Continue reading →

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Intelligent Spam

Posted on August 11, 2008 by Pete

Here on The Hodge, I’ve received thousands and thousands of spam posts. I use a plug-in called Akismet to catch them, but occasionally one will slip through the Akismet filter and end up in my moderation queue. I’m struck by … Continue reading →

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In the beginning…

Posted on July 26, 2008 by Pete

In the beginning there was Hypothesis, and behold! The Hypothesis was good. The Hypothesis was with Science, and the Science with Hypothesis, and in their union, they began to forge a universe of law and order between them. But Hypothesis … Continue reading →

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Wooly Mammoths Need Your Help

Posted on April 1, 2008 by Pete

Forget hugging trees. The Sierra Club is campaigning for your dollars to help save the Wooly Mammoth. In this age of global warming, only concerned citizens such as yourselves can prevent this disaster. For more information, follow this link.

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What Happens After Battle

Posted on January 27, 2008 by Pete

This is a “documentary” that shows what happens to the wounded after battle.

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