CLICK CHICK ARCHIVE - May '08 PICKS
5/30 - Creature Comforts: I'm sure many of you are familiar with Wallace & Grommit. They are the funny claymation characters that have their own very funny movie - Wallace & Grommit in The Curse of the Were-Rabbit and DVDs.
Well, Nick Park, who created those characters, also created Creature Comforts which basically takes interviews from your fellow Americans and Brits creates animated creatures to go with the voices. Well, they did this with the Iraq war debate. President is a fly - that's not commentary, that's the character he's portrayed to be. Former Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld is a nice old hound (on a leash no less) and former Secretary of State Colin Powell is a fox who does his interview while going through the trash. Watch the video…
TomCruise.com: The couch jumping king now has a Web site and I behooves me to review it. When you go to the site, you're treated to a nice montage of some of his greatest hits since his first major starring role in Risky Business (I'm partial to Tom in Taps and Born of the Fourth of July.). But after the montage, his mood music that plays reminds me a little bit of the music that plays while you peruse the site reminds me of the stuff they play when you go to the spa. Yes, it‘s slick, yes it has everything you want to know about Tom Cruise if you're a fan - filmography, photos and - stop the presses - a message from Tom. But there's nothing for me to mock - there's no couch jumping, no Cruise weirdness. I'm so disappointed.
Diet Tips: What's one of the most popular links on MSNBC.com right now? 15 Simple Ways to Slim Down for Summer. I've failed and succeed already. It says make pizza with half the cheese. Cheese is why this lactose intolerant person still eats pizza. It also says quit the gym. You have to read that explanation.
Spotcrime.com: Thinking of moving to a new area? Before you sign on the dotted line, you might want to check out Spotcrime.com. This site allows you to see what's been happening in your zip code. Now, I don't know where they get the crime figures or how recent or old they are. But it might be useful.
Cheap Stuff: Many people are going through belt tightening right now. All I have to say is the name of this Web site and you'll thank me - www.cheapstingybargains.com. My dear friend Scott Davis claims he and the wife got a 50" plasma TV for $999 from the site. And if you're looking for product reviews for said items you're thinking of buying, try cnet.com.
5/29 - Campaign of Terror, Pt. 2:Alright. I've given up my campaign of terror against our program director to cover the Beijing Olympics for obvious reasons. However, I will begin a new one. After Ned called me a movie geek yesterday morning, he back peddled then called me a Nubian goddess. That has a certain ring to it. I now want to be called Click Chick Nubian Goddess. However, I don't think this campaign will work either...
Live Out Your Fantasies: You're going to love me for this one guys. Forbes.com has listed the Eight Places To Live Out Your Fantasies. Some of the choices are affordable, but most aren't. There's rock and roll camp for in London. That will set you back about $13,000. There's Michael Jordan Flight School in Las Vegas. And if you're Gaydos, for $5,500 you can play with the New York Yankees. Now that one is a waste of cash if you ask me...
Alien Sightings: I told you many, many times - we probably aren't alone in this big universe. At least, that's what Hollywood would like us to believe. Apparently, we have to get ready for close encounters of the first kind with aliens tomorrow. According to the Rocky Mountain News, Jeff Peckman - a man pushing a ballot initiative to create a Extraterrestrial Affairs Commission in Denver - says on Friday he will show the media video that "is authentic and convinced him that aliens exist." Now, I'm telling you right now. If it is grainy video and looks like some guy in a Sasquatch suit or if I see a kitchen saucer on a string, I'm calling Andrew Thomas to launch an investigation.
Muzak Kitty: I've got another animal video - in this one, a big white kitty rocks out to the lovely sound of Muzak.
Best Beaches: What are the best beaches in North America? In about a month, you'll appreciate the link when you're ready to cool off.
Man Alert: I had something for the guys. Now it's time for something for the ladies. George Clooney is on the singles market again. You're welcome.
5/28 - Strange Watermelons: If you've surfed the Internet at all in the past few years or if you've gotten a stray email that has absolutely nothing to do with work, you've probably seen the square watermelons that are specially grown in Japan for consumers there. But I've found a link that shows they have watermelon in other shapes including a pyramid and one with a strange happy face and eyes. They even show you how it's done. See the pictures...
Snakes in the Water: Yesterday, I heard KTAR's own Darrell Ankarlo talking about being afraid of the fact that snakes can swim in the water. Well, Kobe Bryant is a braver man than Ankarlo is. Hot video on the Internet shows the NBA star jumping over a pool of snakes with the team from Jackass and Kobe says it was a real stunt, not special effects.
Letters to God: We've all seen them before, but they're funny every time. Of course, I'm talking about "Letters to God from Kids." My favorite: Dear God, Please send Ned Foster to a different camp this year. He insinuated I was voting for a certain someone because I want free stuff. Signed Click Chick. P.S. Please send Denzel Washington or Garry Shandling. Read the letters...
GPS Satellite Locator: This is the Ha Ha of the Day. Now, I have found the Web site the government doesn't want you to know about. No, it has nothing to do with wasteful spending and how much of a raise Congress plans to give itself again. It's the Satellite GPS Locator. You punch in a number and using satellite technology and maps, it pinpoints the location of that phone. It works on cell phones too. You'll be amazed at how they pinpoint the location.
Movie Quiz: In what movie did the Governator say "I'll be back?" Yes, I know, easy answer. But what model terminator did the Governator play in said movie? If you think you know about movies (from the past 25 years), take the FilmCritic.com movie quiz and test your abilities. I thought I knew movies and I only passed with a 76%. If I was in high school and got that score, I would hear it from my dad. Take the quiz...
5/27 - McCain's Age Has a Life of Its Own: OK, John McCain has released his medical reports to basically prove he's fit as the proverbial fiddle and he won't keel over when he takes the oath of office. He's got his mother Roberta, 95, on the stump with him to prove what kind of strong genes he has. And you've no doubt heard him make fun of his age on SNL. But McCain's age has gained a life of its own on the Internet. McCain's age and things that are younger than him have popped up online in the form of web pages and blogs. Over at Things Younger than McCain, the senator is supposedly older than "My Favorite Martian" - which was in black and white when it first debuted on TV. Note, the creator says he may or may not be an age-ist. Uh, I would say, maybe yes. Over at youngerthanmccain.blogspot.com, it alleges McCain is older than Pop tarts, GI Joes, Snow White, String Bikinis, Minute Rice, The Pentagon, Teflon and Slinkies and Burger King. Having interviewed McCain twice, he didn't come across as "some old guy" to me. I mean look at him in those shades. he looks, dare I say it, cool. Have no fear, I'm still endorsing Capt. James T. Kirk for president in '08.
Speed Buggy: The following Web sites are just for Ned Foster since he's such a car buff. (And if you watched Speed Buggy back in the day, you can take a serious walk down Hanna-Barbera memory lane and watch the Speed Buggy show intro)
Serious Wheels: If you are a car buff, you have to check out SeriousWheels.com. The Web site has pictures, wallpapers and info on high quality classic cars. On the homepage today, they have a picture of my old car - a '67 Mustang Fastback.
And check out this car (pictured right)...
TheRiotWheel.com: What is the Riot Wheel? It's an 1,100 pound motorized single-wheel vehicle. But it's not a unicycle. Yes, you can actually get one, but they are prototypes and "so stupidly dangerous" according to the Web site, however, they'll still let you buy one (allegedly). Basically, it's a seat attached to a very big wheel that's about the size of a small tractor wheel. Make sure you watch the video so you can see how it works. And they're going green. They're working on a hybrid version.
Bonus Link: Need a little uplift during your work day? Try these Deep Thoughts by Jack Handey. They'll make you feel so much better...
5/26 - Stop Junk Mail: Today is a mail holiday as you know, but as you get a break from junk mail today, how would you like to get a permanent break? ProQuo.com is a free that helps you remove your name and personal info from thousands of marketing lists and data broker. it also has a catalog service that allws you to choose which catalogs you may want to start or stop receiving. You can also try stopthejunkmail.com too.
Alarm Clocks: Can't wake up in the morning? Constantly hitting the snooze button? Have no fear. I found a list of 10 unique alarm clocks guaranteed to wake you up. Take the shocking alarm clock. It looks normal, but when you turn off the alarm, it delivers a shocking electric jolt. There's also the water gun alarm clock and the rug alarm clock you have to get up and stand on to turn off.
Memorial Day - A History: The History Channel has posted a video online of the History of Memorial Day. Take some time today to watch it.
Timewaster: It's another perfect time waster that doesn't require much skill. If you're stuck behind your desk today, you'll find this a mindless treat. Jelly Jumper is the easiest game on the planet on you only have to use your arrow keys to play.
5/23 - Funny T-shirts: I know what you're all thinking. What do I get Chuck at the office for his birthday? I mean he always makes the coffee in the morning. He always refills the printer when it runs out of paper - and we all know here at KTAR that some people have an aversion to that. And Chuck knows every line to every Ghostbusters movie. Go to crazydogtshirts.com and get him a new Ghostbusters t-shirt to replace the one he's outgrown, but constantly wears to the company Fourth of July party. I'm thinking I might get the Sex Panther Cologne t-shirt for Ned Foster. They have comic shirts, 80s theme t-shirts and more. FYI, they have an offensive T-shirt section, so look at your own risk. You've been warned. Yes, you can get that School House Rock "Just a Bill" t-shirt too. I guarantee the Speed Racer t-shirt is better than the movie. Those School House Rock 'toons are on YouTube, but you can get all of them on DVD too.
Behind the (Ewok Gospel) Music: Self-proclaimed Star Wars nerd Andrew Zilch who brought us the Ewok Gospel sent me note saying they have the Making of the Ewok Gospel video. My favorite moment - the time spent with Billy Dee Williams jacket. It's 90 percent funny, 10 percent creepy. Watch the video...
Talking Puppy: This little puppy is in a market and he's crying for Elmo. At least to me, he sounds like he was crying for Elmo. See for yourself...
Dance, Man! Dance!: You know what's funny? People seem to forget that security cameras pick up everything you do. Someone posted some security video from a electronics store. It seems some girls were testing out a car stereo and a goofy salesman decided to join in on the dance off. There's no sound, but he still gets his groove on. Watch the video...
Camping Reservations: Deciding to head out of town this weekend at the last moment? Try camping.com. You can search campgrounds and RV sites by state and make reservations. It also lists campground amenities.
Egg Artist: Falling dominoes. We've all seen the video of incredible mazes of dominoes then someone sets them off. How about eggs? I found an artist who put together egg art and well, you don't want to tip those over. Check it out...
5/22 - Really Hot Coffee: Headed to the coffee shop this morning? If you're in Bonney Lake, Washington some of you might get a surprise if you went the Hot Chick-a-Latte coffee shop where baristas serve coffee in the nude. Owner Russ Parrish says they're not doing anything unusual. Uh, yes Russ, you are. Pasties and pastries are not usually on the same menu. Watch that story. If you think that's my only story like that, you're wrong. One state south, in Salem, Oregon, bikini-clad baristas will serve you your coffee at Coffee Nation. See the story...
Dog Loves Watermelon: And just ahead of the Memorial Day weekend, I give you this because many of you will be having backyard BBQs. I have pertinent information if you have a dog. Dogs love watermelon. OK. This dog, a bulldog, loves watermelon. I don't know if they're supposed to eat it but the video is funny because he runs from the camera eventually, with the rind, like Britney runs from the paparazzi. Or maybe he just wants to be alone. Watch the video...
Indiana Jones, Redux: First, let me say, I have a mixed review for Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. I didn't think it was bad, but it certainly wasn't great either. Nostalgia only takes you so far. For something that pays homage to those classic B-movie serials, it had too much CGI that made it look overly glossy and not enough for good actors to do. But Harrison Ford can still pull off the role and there are some bright parts to keep you interested. OK, enough of that. I know someone's going to try this weekend and I don't want them to get hurt. You're going to try to crack a bull whip like Indiana Jones and you're going to get hurt. But I found online instructions that will protect you. It includes the trailer to the original Indie Jones adventure. Bullwhip instructions and movie trailer...
Raiders of the Lost Ark Movie Goofs: By the way, if you like looking for movie goofs, I've found some for you. If you decide for nostalgia's sake that you're going to watch Raiders again this weekend, it's got lots of goofs - like an exploding truck that has a pole launched out of the bottom of it to make it flip over. List of goofs...
Office Moron Test: Are you the office moron? http://rumandmonkey.com/widgets/tests/officemoron/" target="new">Take this test and find out. I rated pretty low - I'm at the "disarmingly young temp." Well, at least I'm young.
5/21 - Look Like Kenny: Have you heard of menwholooklikekennyrogers.com? Yes folks, it is a fully functioning Web site that amazingly has a lot to it. Of course, it's got photo galleries and t-shirts. But it also has a corn muffin recipe, Kenny spotting tips and the Kenny of the Month feature. If you're a big fan, you can just download a picture of a Kenny lookalike in a bathtub for your desktop - for free! It also has a link for "Redneck Words of Wisdom" - the book all Kenny lovers would want.
Toaster Heaven: Do any of you remember the days when you'd open a bank account and they'd give you free toaster? Now it's just free checking. But for you toaster lovers, did you know about The Toaster Museum Foundation? The organization started after a couple opened a toaster museum because of an interest in functional art. It became a big hit and now you can get a vintage toaster calendar, t-shirts, toys and toaster art.
Check out: www.toaster.org
The Candidate, The N-Word and the Blog: A mayoral candidate in Sacramento, Calif. says she really likes black people. What made her say that? It seems she used the N-word in a recent blog post and that's caused a bit of controversy. She says she's not taking the word back. Read the story…
Buy Car, Get Gun: I'm starting a new feature on the Click Chick. It's called "Who Came Up with This Brilliant Idea?" OK, you buy a Jeep, you get $2.99 gas for three years. OK, now that's a good idea. But if you buy a car from one Missouri dealer, get a free gun with purchase. "I say it's just a choice: protection or gas," says one guy from the dealership. Watch the story…
EmotionEric.com: This is probably the silliest Web site out there, but I still spent five minutes looking through it. It's called Eric conveys an emotion. You submit an emotion and Eric acts it out for you. He acts out sassy, perturbed, dumbfounded and invisibility. Last time I checked, invisibility is not an emotion, but he pulls it off. He also lists his pending requests, like acting "Zestfully Clean."
5/20 - Dog Cat Rat Buddies: Breaking news ladies and gentlemen, the end is nigh! I found video evidence of a dog, a cat and a rat living together in perfect harmony. You think I'm kidding? Watch the video and you'll see how the owner stacks them up on top of each other (with a little velcro) and takes them for walks in Telluride. Watch the video...
Gas Price Finders: ABC's World News Now offered up some links that can help you end your sleepless nights that gas prices are causing for some of you. There are two Web sites I hadn't hear of - gasbuddy.com and internetautoguide.com - that help you find cheap gas prices in your area. The Internet Auto Guide also gives you new car pricing, info on auto recalls and a list of car rebates.
Useless Characters: Cousin Oliver. Remember him from the Brady Bunch? Now I'm not going to talk about shows that jumped the shark (Cousin Oliver's arrival is when some believed the Brady clan jumped the shark.). Today, we're focusing on shows with Worthless TV Character Additions. That's a list that someone put together and Cousin Oliver was on the list, along with Maya and Alejandro on Heros, Scrappy Doo (and I never liked him), and the oft-Oscar-nominated Leo DiCaprio when he was Luke on Growing Pains.
It's A...Watchamacallit!: What are those piece of plastic at the end of your shoelaces that helps you feed them through the holes? It's called an aglet. And what's that piece of metal that keeps the eraser on top of your No. 2 pencil? A whatchamacallit? Close. It's called a ferrule. I found a really neat list called Ten Whatchamacallits and their real names. I won't give all of them away, but it was pretty fascinating learning what a tragus is and where you'd find a punt off the football field.
5/19 - Go to Heaven - Starting at $12.79!: How would you like to go to Heaven? I know I'm planning on going, but just to be sure, I think I'm going to reserveaspotinheaven.com just to be sure. With prices starting at $12.79, this is a bargain considering this may be your eternal home. There are several packages to choose from and group discounts are available for groups of 10 or more. The offer is 100% guaranteed. There is an ad to send others other place.
Raiders of the Lost Lego: And just before the opening of Indiana Jones 4, I give you video that will make you laugh. Remember in Raiders of the Lost Ark when Henry Jones, Jr. was chased by that giant boulder. Well, on the streets of San Francisco, some guys recreated that scene with a giant boulder made out of 5 million Lego pieces. No animals were hurt in the sequence, but one car was damaged. Watch the video...
Top School in Tucson: I was perusing Newsweek online and came across its list of America's Top Public High Schools. Number 1 on the list is BASIS Charter in the old Pueblo. Who knew?
Political Funnies: Barack Obama might want to visit a geography class at BASIS. Listen to this comment he made about the 57 states. That's right, the 57 states...of mind maybe? Nope.Old John McCain made an appearance on SNL. I say old John McCain because, well, just watch the video…
Star Wars vs. Star Trek vs. Babylon 5, et al: Like the Click Chick, There are people that have way too much time on their hands. And the ones that can't get enough of Star Trek, Star Wars, Battlestar Galactica and Babylon 5 have merged battle sequences from the various TV and movie series. They actually do a pretty good job of it too. If you don't know the Enterprise from the Millennium Falcon, you might be a little lost.
Battlestar Galactica vs. Star Wars •
BSG vs. Star Wars vs. Star Trek vs. Babylon 5 • Star Wars vs. Star Trek - this one runs 9 minutes.
Frasier Meets Voyager: Just for fun, there's the Frasier cast in Star Trek Voyager skit from a TV awards show from several years ago. Watch the video…
5/16 - Marvel Universe Movies: My nephew kept asking me when there would be a Captain America movie. I said there is no Captain America movie in the works. WRONG! I found a list of what's next in the Marvel universe. Besides Iron Man 2, they've got Captain America and Ant Man films in the works. See if your favorite super heroes or mutants are on the list...
TV Dog: As some of you know, I'm part a show over there at 3TV and I've done segments with dogs laying in my lap, goats getting a little too frisky and birds leaving me presents on live TV. But I've never had a dog effectively end the interview by dragging its owner off the set during an interview. Watch the video...
Kid Games for Grown Ups: You know there are some toys that we never outgrow. According to techradar.com, there are "11 high-tech toys that are just too good for the kids." On that list, remote control sumo wrestlers, a spy video ATV, a horse racing derby and of of course, Pleo, the robot dinosaur that the Click Chick has featured on the blog before. See, I told you it was cool.
Firefighting Goats: You got too many weeds around the house? The fire officials say you have to create some defensible space around buildings. But guess what high tech method the Oakland, Ca. fire department is using to eliminate the weeds? Goats. Technically, you don't have to feed them when they're done. Watch the video...
Trade Your Stuff: I'm going to use thise Web site, to trade in all my Lou Diamone Phillips straight-to-DVD videos (that are still in the package). It's called SwitchPlanet - it lets you trade your DVDs, CDs, video games and books for free.
Desert of the Day: You know, whenever I mention a desert recipe, KTAR news anchor Jayme West ends up making and sharing it with her co-workers. So, if you work with someone like that I have six words for you: Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cheesecake Bars.
5/15 - Comments and Commentary: And not only can you vote in on daily poll on KTAR.com, you get to comment on stories on KTAR.com. For example, one fellow commented on the Barack Obama story where the candidate calle a reporter sweetie then apologized. He said "if it had been a White man 'dissing' a Black woman" we'd never hear the end of it." Well, a White man called me sweetie after I interviewed him once. It was actor Sam Elliot. He NEVER has to apologize for that. Heck, he can call me that again! Morning show anchor Connie Weber says she's been called worse during an interview and so have I. Heck, I've been yelled at in interviews. You can make your comments on that story and more on KTAR.com.
Timewaster - German Bears: That my friends, is the sound of a Timewaster.It takes absolutely no talent to play. It's call German bears and you just basically knock the bears that are piled up like a bunch of cheerleaders and knock them down.
My Beloved, Geeks:What do Stars Wars, Star Trek and the Justice League have in common? Jim Sharpe said geeks. Well, he was half right. How about geek weddings? Someone has put a slideshow together of geek weddings. My favorite - the wedding with the maid of honor dressed like Wonder Woman, the groom was Superman. The bride was just regular earth bride though. There are ample light sabres and other geek stuff from real weddings. In one Star Trek wedding one woman is dressed like Uhura and a Borg is her attendant. Is it me, but aren't Storm Troopers bad guys? Do you want one as your best man?
VibrantNation.com: If you're an accomplished woman over 50 - there's a Web site just for you called Vibrant Nation. This week, it spotlights three Arizona women.
Plus, I found a Wonder Twins tribute on YouTube. It makes you wonder, who puts this stuff together. And when will they get JJ Abrams to make them a movie?
Get Well, Ankarlo: Sign Ankarlo's get well blog.
5/14 - Bacon, Again: People will put bacon with anything. I've told you about the donut with bacon, the chocolate covered bacon, but now I present to you... the pancakes and syrup cupcake with BACON. You know there is someone out there calling their mother and telling her when she flies out to Phoenix, pick a couple of these cupcakes up and bring 'em here so they can try them.
Star Wars/Harry Potter: Is Harry Potter really a Star Wars rip off? Someone seems to thinks it is. And he (or she) has written a manifesto of proof online. Like fact #1 - Luke Skywalker was an orphan living with an aunt and uncle. So, was Harry Potter. Except Luke wasn't really an orphan .. right? Also, the conspiracy theorist also points out they both work with sticks - one a light sabre, the other a magic wand. Apparently the similarities don't end there, read the rest for yourself...
Timewaster: The Kaleidoscope Painter is pretty by the numbers. Have fun with it!
5/13 - Coffee Cheat Sheet: Since more and more of you are trying to pinch pennies, if you have to have your morning machiato, but you don't want to pay $4 for it, I've found a visual guide to espresso coffee drinks so you can make it at home with that espresso maker that's gathering dust in your garage...
T-Shirts: If you're a conservative, I have a link for you. CasualConservative.com has "t-shirts for proud Americans." They claim they're guaranteed to enrage a liberal. To be fair, for you liberals, you can get anti-bush t-shirts at CafePress.com
Old School Dance Class: If you're feeling ho hum and you think you have nothing to offer, I give you this little diddy. It's the Cabbage Patch dance instruction video. Watch it and you'll feel instantly better about yourself. But you will be asking where the 98 pound instructor got those short shorts.
Run with the Bulls Game: I found a Time Waster called Extreme Pamplona and this is just for Michael Dixon who's always wanted to run with the bulls, but he says his wife Gail won't let him. He says she'll pretty much let him do anything but that. Well Michael, I've just made your dream come true. It's a game and only the cartoon man gets hurt. Play Extreme Pamplona...
Racism on the Campaign Trail: If you think it's been largely a walk in the park for Barack Obama toward the nomination, it hasn't been for some of his campaign volunteers. The Washington Post has an article on the raw and open racism some have encountered by stumping for the candidate. Read the story...
Dooce.com: ABC News has interesting story about Heather B. Armstrong, the woman behind the popular, controversial and irreverent mom blog - Dooce.com. She thinks it's popular because she'll says things other people are afraid to say, like motherhood is awful and "God hates kittens." She says a martini-fueled rant against religion she posted prompted her dad not to talk to her for three months. Interestingly, one of her big advertisers is the Mormon church. Watch ABC the story...
That's Talent: Some guy has the best Halloween costume already. What is it? A custom Iron Man costume. According to Slashfilm, he spent at least $1500 on the materials alone. See for yourself...
5/12 - Gravel Lobbies Obama Girl: Gaydos sent me this last week while I was on vacation. In case you missed it, and some of you have - Former Sen. Mike Gravel (and Democratic presidential candidate) Lobbies Obama Girl. He's off his rocker. Oh, and did I mention he dances? Watch the video...
Chocolate-Covered Bacon: Ladies and gentleman. I, only I, would tell you what the perfect food is. Last week, I was mistaken when I said it was the maple bar with bacon. No, no. That is not the perfect food. The perfect food is - Chocolate Covered Bacon - and it only will cost you $4.25 per quarter pound. Actually, I don't think I'd try it, but the concept is promising. See the picture...
Jenna Bush Wedding Photos: Check out our Jenna Bush wedding photo gallery. Make sure you click on picture #3. Is it me, or is that wedding cake just a tiny bit crooked? And doesn't the groom look a little like the president?
Doodle for Google: Google is inviting K-12 students to reinvent Google's homepage logo. They're down to 40 finalists and you can vote. The winner will appear on the Google HP on May 22. Click here to vote...
Awkward: This week's awkward award goes to the Clinton campaign's co-chair Terry McCauliffe. He insinuates Tim Russert's dad is dead when talking about their dads. Hey Terry, Big Russ is still alive and kicking. Watch the exchange...
Maze Timewaster: Here's a Click Chick Timewaster if ever I saw one. I found a maze generator. If you like mazes - you can define how many rows and columns you want and you can determine the anfractuosity (that's having the quality of lots and twists and turns). Then you just print it up and there you go. Don't draw on your computer screen. It may seem like a silly instruction, but someone's going to need that advice.
Church Sign: I'm sure we've all seen the emails church signs with funny sayings. I found one that's sure to spark some discussion. Check it out...
Browser Movie: Do you want to know how your browser window stays open? I found an interesting online movie that has fun with your browser. FYI, don't try to adjust your screen or you'll miss all the fun. That's the only hint I'm giving you. And you can personalize it and send it to a friend. Watch the movie...
5/8 - TV's Worst Political Team: OK, the reviews are in. Who had the funniest political coverage of the Tuesday primaries in NC and IN? Why, Jimmy Kimmel who is home to The Worst Political Team on TV. And who's on his snap crack politcal team? His Uncle Frank and fellow security guards Veatrice (Miss V) and Guillermo (I've linked to their bios and they're a must read.). Yes, they really are the Worst Political Team on TV. But they will have you laughing, especially Uncle Frank's coverage of the "exit polls" and Guillermo's in-depth report on the "Indiana prime rib." But I have to admit, Veatrice isn't that bad an anchor...
TravelZoo.com: Summer is coming up and i know you all want to get out of Arizona to cool off for a week or two. If you plan on spending your economic stimulus check on airfare, to get more bang for your buck. Try out TravelZoo.com. It's a free list of the best travel deals sent to your email box every week. Diane Brennan told me about it about a year ago, and I've been negligent not sharing it with you. Bad Click Chick. Bad Girl.
Red Scare: I have further proof that the Smurfs just may be communists communists. I mentioned months ago, that I thought Papa Smurf's red hat was a glaring evidence of that. But now, I found a Web site where people argue this stuff and they allege that Gargamel was a capitalist. I guess I have to take that retro Smurf shirt I just bought back.
Recipe of the Week: Well, I hit pay dirt when I recommend the Chocolate Chip Cookie Topped Brownie because KTAR's Jayme West made them for us and they were delectable. So, I'm hoping Jayme sees this recipe for Big Brown Cookies. Remember to share with the Click Chick if you try it.
5/7 - Photo of the Day: It's not an ordinary doughnut - it's a Maple Bar. And it's not just any kind of Maple Bar. It's the Bacon Maple Bar. Yes, someone's put bacon on a Maple Bar. It's the perfect food. Of course, you can only get this at the Voodoo Bakery in Portland, Ore. But hopefully some doughnut shop here will steal the idea. Click on the image to see a bigger picture if you'd like to drool some more.
Democratic Wars - Episode I: A New Hope: I've gone two days without a Star Trek or a Star Wars reference. BUT I couldn't resist this one because after last night's primaries in N.C. and IN. In this version of Star Wars, Hillary and Barack Obama have a fight on the Death Star. Emperor Hillary asks Barack Skywalker to join her on the Dark Side of Washington because she has information that may kill Barack's campaign. Now if that's true, Bill Clinton really is the first black president. Who knew your remote control, a lamp and a fan could make your living room table look like the Death Star? Watch the video...
Crime Fighting Granny: Also, Valley resident Pete Snyder wanted the Click Chick to know his 87-year-old mother Lois is a Crime Fighting Granny in New Mexico. You can see the story on YouTube.
DraftFeinstein.com: I don't know why Paul Calvisi isn't all over this one. Zach Feinstein is a double major in Systems Engineering and Applied Mathematics at Washington U. He's only played intramural sports, but he is declaring himself for the NBA draft. Now, you're saying...OK, that's not much experience, but Zach has put together a Web site complete with a scouting report, stats and nickname competition - in the running, Zachtastic, Big Matza and Zach Attack. He says he has no game and the only rebound stat he lists is getting over some girl named Sarah.
Zilchzone: If you liked the Ewok Gospel last week, the creator sent me a note saying he has a whole page of stuff on YouTube at Zilchzone.
Click Chick Timewaster: Someone sent this to me with a note saying you might have to change your medication after you play it. It's Mini Golf and I'm telling you, it's not as easy as it seems, since you have to hit golf balls around corners, etc. It's guaranteed to become an obsession.
5/6 - The End of the Internet: I the Click Chick has gone where so many others fear to tread. I have found not one, but TWO ends of the Internet. They're just like I though they would be. It's only for those brave enough to check it out. Here's one end . . . here's the other end.
Floating Pants: Something huge to the scientific world happened in San Francisco recently. Cordarounds set fashion aviation history by launching what they claim to be the world's lightest corduroy pants into the air with helium. They even have testimonials.
Watch the video...
Webby Awards: The Webby Awards have been announced - and like Susan Lucci, the Click Chick was left out again. But the very funny Stephen Colbert was not. You can see the list of the best and brightest on the 'net...
Global Election Site: Since we're continuing to Talk the Vote, I got this link from perusing Slate.com. They said Adam Carr's Election Archive is THE place to go if you want to not only keep up with politics in the U.S., but he has election stats from 175 other countries as well. So, if you're dying to know what's going on in Greece or Guyana - it's all there.
Battle Spam: Yahoo wants to help you battle spyware and spam, so it's launching SearchScan that warns you about risky Web sites. Read the story...
Bridesmaid Dresses: CNN asked! And former bridesmaids delivered. I've been a bridesmaid seven times and I feel the pain. They shared their photos - good and bad - by bad, I'm talking gold lame. One gal posted a link for a book that pays tribute to 50 years of bridesmaid dresses called "You Can Wear it Again." I know I have a collection - some great, some awful.
ASUIsTalking.com: If you're an ASU student or alumni, there's a new social networking site just for you. It's called ASUisTalking. They say it's not a global Web site, it focuses on stuff on and around campus.
5/5 - TheCoolestGifts.com: I will just list some of the cool stuff and you will be amazed, mesmerized or just midly amused: The Sleeping Bag Shaped Like Your Body, a smokeless ashtray (although the Click Chick thinks you shouldn't smoke at all), and something perfect for the woman in your life, the 360 Degree mirror and if you're a water rat, they have the unsinkable key ring. Plus, they have a label that makes your beer can look like a soda can. And if you want to keep the in-laws from stealing your "good stuff" - they even have a liquor lock.
It's Cinco de Mayo: This is the day we celebrate how Mexico beat the French. So, I give you a song. No, it's not a Cinco de Mayo son. The best I could do is "The One Semester Spanish Love Song." Yes, he uses phrases that you only use in first semester Spanish to tell a girl he loves her. Watch and be amused...
Politcal Double Standard?: As we continue to Talk the Vote here at KTAR, I found an interesting column on race, religion and politics. Are Democrats held to a higher and tougher standard than Republicans when it comes to race and religion? Well, a columnist at the NYTimes seems to thinks so in the article The All-White Elephant in the Room. You may have to login to get the story...
Bad Foods: I like how this comes from the Money section at CNN.com. It's The 9 Foods the government has forbidden you to eat. The NYC gov't doesn't want you to have trans fats. Absinthe is on the list and I know someone who works in Europe and whenever he comes back, he has a bring a bottle or two for friends. Interesting thing is, it is legal here. Horse meat for human consumption is banned in some states as well. And the list goes on...
Bad Habits: I find it interesting that Forbes.com put this list together: The 10 Best Ways to Break a Bad Habit. Surprisingly, how not lay off 10,000 workers but keep your $20 million bonus is not on the list.
5/2 - Movie Web Site of the Week: Since it's Friday and today is the official start of the Summer movie season with the release of Ironman, which the Click Chick found quite enjoyable, it's time for the movie Web site of the week. Today's movie is Mike Myers' The Love Guru. Now it doesn't open until June 20th, but until then, you can just go to the official site and enjoy some of Guru Pitka's teachings. The site has a link to the Love Guru's YouTube page, and he's got LOTS of those witty sayings that will amuse you. You can even submit your own. And all of this can be found on the site - along with a poll asking who your favorite guru is - Guru Pitka OR Deepak Chopra. As of this morning, Pitka is barely beating Chopra 51-to-49 percent and since that's within the statistical margin of error it's too close to call. Official site: www.lovegurumovie.com
Poll of the Day: Did you take today's poll on the homepage? It asks if a Christian college should be allowed to fire a professor because he's getting divorced. Here's the story behind the poll...
Baby Drop: An 500 year old tradition in India is becoming a bother so some Indians. It's a baby dropping ritual where parents drop their babies from the top of a 15 meter building onto a white sheet. Supporters say it's supposed to be good luck and that no children have been hurt. Watch the video...
Talk Like Yoda: Today's Sci-Fi reference is from Star Wars and this time it's YodaSpeak. From Mattman, to me, this comes. The site has no audio, but all you do is enter a phrase and the Web translates it into Yoda speak. So, I entered this sentence: Don't burn popcorn in the office, it makes the place stink. In Yoda speak: Burn popcorn in the office, do not, it makes the place stink. Hmmmmmm.
5/1 - The Ewok Gospel: I can't myself, again. I know. Another Star Wars reference. But I just can't help myself. But it's so easy and there's so much. And this one too good. Someone wrote Star Wars Ewok Gospel. I let him explain the Ewok gospel. And he has a message for the haters on the Star Wars message boards that haters who say they ruined the first three movies. See the video...
What Stars Drive (Drove): Some stars out there drive jallopies. Yes, just because they're famous and super rich, doesn't mean they're not like you and me. OK, they're not like you and me. But who knew Teri Hatcher and my parents have something in common? She was spied driving a neon green VW bus. It just like the one Mr. & Mrs. Click Chick Bass used for their BBQ restuarant. But I have the feeling hers doesn't smell like rib tibs. See the list...
Bacon Lovers Stuff: David M. sent me an email saying if I really love bacon, I should check out McPhee's meat section. Well, I did. And they have all kinds of bacon-themed products like bacon placemats (That's the housewarming gift I want!), meat bandages, bacon mints and a bacon lunchbox. They have other crazy products like the toast wallet and the world's largest underpants (that fit 5 people) and a yodeling pickle.
Bacon is Good For You (Allegedly): Steve L. sent the Click Chick a note that says "recent studies have shown that the nitrites in bacon produce nitrous oxide during the digestion process. The N2O bubbles diffuse into the bloodstream and have the effect of helping to open clogged arteries. This means that bacon is now 'heart healthy'!!" I haven't been able to verify that online...
Star Trek Is Real: And for your daily Star Trek reference, I'll just read a headline: "Real Trekkie tricorder detects ailments - New handheld medical scanners could aid health care in developing nations" I told you Star Trek is REAL! Read the story...
Mullet Contest: This little boy won a mullet contest. Only in Minnesota.
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