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Acai/Cleanse Scams, 2010 Update
My original Acai/Cleanse scam update has been useful to many over the past year. I thought it was time to update that original list, but I felt it was important to keep all of the original data intact to show just how many scams were going at once. So what has become of all those websites in my original list of 122 Acai/Cleanse sites? … Read entire article »
Filed under: Consumers
Teeth Whitening Scams, 2010 Update
Because my original teeth whitening scam list is nearly a year old, I decided it’s time to start a fresh list of dubious teeth whitening sites still advertising in 2010. The sad thing is that little has changed in a year. These ads are still everywhere. We still see the “fake blog” layout, though some are finally admitting in their microscopic disclaimer that the character is fictitious, and some are even listing their trial terms, which typically sign you up for their program within two weeks of your initial call. We still see the “two step” method, where two different products are being peddled, and we still see the same wording in the ads, such as “Mom’s trick to white teeth.” And I’d still not touch any of these with a … Read entire article »
Filed under: Consumers
Year 2000 Predictions in 1967
In an article posted on New Year’s Eve, 1967, writer Andrew Squibb Jr. outlined predictions for the year 2000 – 32 years away – by the Commission on the Year 2000. Here is a list of those predictions: 6 or 7 billion people Intercontinental travel by rocket Decision-making by computer Decline of US and Soviet control of world events Abundant thermonuclear energy Farming in the oceans Mining on the moon Permanent research labs orbiting in space 2 careers per lifetime due to longevity Less disease More psychological stress Weather control Population control Personality control Couples designated to breed More clerks, researchers, and technicians Routine use of drugs to alter behavior Ten more countries with A-bombs More leisure Rationing of recreational facilities End of democratic government due to apathy Destruction of traditional marriage due to birth control and artificial insemination Over-emphasis on education More dangerous weapons available to poor countries Widespread affluence Humanely designed cities and housing Decline … Read entire article »
Filed under: History
10 Ways to Attract Younger Women
You’re a 35+ year old guy, looking to date younger women? Well, you’ve found the right place. I’m a 41 year old man, and I’ll give you 10 ways to attract younger women. How young? 30… 25… 20.. 18? That’s up to you. But I tell you it IS possible to attract women of any age. And it all boils down to one idea: Women don’t really care how old you are as long as you LOOK young. … Read entire article »
Tips to Picking Up Women
I loathe the title of this article, by the way. It smacks of cliché and douchebagness. But I had to name it that, because that’s what YOU were searching for, right? And what you found were endless sites of non-specifics and signing up for e-books. Well wake up and have some waffles. I’ll give you some info for free, and it doesn’t have to degrade you or women, either. Possible? Read on. … Read entire article »
Filed under: Society
Dating Much Younger Women – Part 2, The Good
This is the second article in a series, which looks at a man 35+ dating a woman 18-22. Dating a much younger women around 18-22 can be a completely different animal than dating a woman in her 30′s or 40′s. And despite the reaction you may get from others, there is a definite plus side to it. And, of course some challenges. This article will look at some of the good things in such a relationship. … Read entire article »
Filed under: Society
Sports Handicappers Big and Small
Sports handicappers, ya gotta love ‘em. They come in all shapes, sizes, and legitimacy. Some are genuinely hard-working sports gurus (I know several personally), while others are complete cons bent on lining their pockets (and I know several of those personally, too!). I won’t name names of anyone I know. Sorry. … Read entire article »
Filed under: Consumers
Zune Not Turning On, 2010 Update
I wrote an article nearly 2 years ago about what happens when your Zune won’t turn on. I still stand by that article, but wanted to give a little update to clarify something. If you have just purchased a new Zune and it’s not turning on, it probably isn’t defective. Read on! … Read entire article »
Filed under: Music
Dating Much Younger Women, part 1
Is she too young? Should I even go there? What will my friends – and her parents – think? Is this kind of relationship immoral? You’re probably reading this because you’re an older guy considering dating a much younger woman (or vice versa). It’s on your mind and you want some info. This is the first of a series, looking at the various aspects of such a relationship. … Read entire article »
Filed under: Society
