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by James Y
Sun May 05, 2024 11:27 am
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Generational Classifications: Do You Identify?
Replies: 8
Views: 98

Generational Classifications: Do You Identify?

Which do you belong to, and do you feel that you fit the stereotypes? It seems to me that the birth years that are used to define each generation were arbitrarily chosen: The Greatest Generation: 1901 -1927 The Silent Generation: 1928 - 1945 Baby Boom Generation: 1946 - 1964 Generation X: 1965 - 198...
by James Y
Sat May 04, 2024 10:56 am
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Unusual, and/or Paranormal Events
Replies: 1083
Views: 252307

Re: Unusual, and/or Paranormal Events

Woman Dies, Shown the Hidden Realms and Her Life Between Lives! (NDE) / Mariko Frederick (Next Level Soul Podcast channel) *Video below* If anyone follows this thread, they will know that every now and then, I like to post something positive here. Most often, the positive posts have to do with near-...
by James Y
Sat May 04, 2024 10:08 am
Forum: Spyderco General Discussion
Topic: Copy Cat compression lock.
Replies: 8
Views: 581

Re: Copy Cat compression lock.

One of the big considerations for me about a compression-style lock from another company would be: Have they put enough attention into the details that make the lock as good as it is? Meaning materials, tolerances, etc., etc., in the same way that Spyderco does. I'm not saying they can't; I'm simply...
by James Y
Fri May 03, 2024 11:29 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Ancestry?
Replies: 94
Views: 11758

Re: Ancestry?

Americans Who Think They're Italian

😅



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by James Y
Fri May 03, 2024 10:42 am
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Social networks vs. forums - possible return of content to the forums?
Replies: 10
Views: 233

Re: Social networks vs. forums - possible return of content to the forums?

It doesn't surprise me that there are more and more restrictions on what can be discussed on social media platforms like Facebook. I'm talking restrictions on basic interests, like knives, for example. A lot of content creators on YouTube are having to go to other platforms to freely discuss certain...
by James Y
Fri May 03, 2024 7:51 am
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Heat Wave/Heat Stroke/Heat Exhaustion: What are your advice/thoughts?
Replies: 24
Views: 1651

Re: Heat Wave/Heat Stroke/Heat Exhaustion: What are your advice/thoughts?

You'll want to drink plenty/lots of water, but not to the point of water intoxication.

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by James Y
Thu May 02, 2024 11:49 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Martial Arts Experiences Discussion Thread
Replies: 1544
Views: 365771

Re: Martial Arts Experiences Discussion Thread

'What Would You Do in this Scenario?' *Video below* The question is rhetorical. There is no real answer, because no one knows, unless or until it happens to them. And even then, every situation, and the people involved, are different. I'm willing to bet that a large percentage of the guys who always...
by James Y
Thu May 02, 2024 8:35 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Unusual, and/or Paranormal Events
Replies: 1083
Views: 252307

Re: Unusual, and/or Paranormal Events

Werewolves' Reign of Terror in Brazil

(Paranormal Round Table channel)

The subject begins at 6:30:



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by James Y
Thu May 02, 2024 4:17 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Unusual, and/or Paranormal Events
Replies: 1083
Views: 252307

Re: Unusual, and/or Paranormal Events

CERN Scientists Build Demon Portals After the Eclipse (MinutesOfHorror channel) I totally feel that the true motivations behind CERN and similar facilities around the world are nefarious. They're not even trying to be secretive about it at CERN. https://youtu.be/XribhE6OgXE?si=nGRhegnVqOC4-G6x Jim
by James Y
Thu May 02, 2024 4:13 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Happy Birthday PStone!!!
Replies: 8
Views: 97

Re: Happy Birthday PStone!!!

Happy Birthday!!

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by James Y
Wed May 01, 2024 10:40 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Martial Arts Experiences Discussion Thread
Replies: 1544
Views: 365771

Re: Martial Arts Experiences Discussion Thread

I would say I'm in decent shape. Especially compared to back when I was a training junkie. I still have a 6-pack, but it's hidden under a little bit of flab, even though I'm approaching my ideal weight again. I look pretty good in a shirt, though... 😄 One of my former training partners was about 5'...
by James Y
Wed May 01, 2024 7:24 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Martial Arts Experiences Discussion Thread
Replies: 1544
Views: 365771

Re: Martial Arts Experiences Discussion Thread

Stuff the "Masters" Won't Tell You



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by James Y
Wed May 01, 2024 9:58 am
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Unusual, and/or Paranormal Events
Replies: 1083
Views: 252307

Re: Unusual, and/or Paranormal Events

Dark Encounter in the Sayan Mountains of Siberia / Sergei the Hunter

(Bargo Enigmas channel)



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by James Y
Tue Apr 30, 2024 8:40 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Unusual, and/or Paranormal Events
Replies: 1083
Views: 252307

Re: Unusual, and/or Paranormal Events

Territory of the Beast

(The Confessionals channel)

The conversation begins from around 4:10:



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by James Y
Tue Apr 30, 2024 4:03 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Martial Arts Experiences Discussion Thread
Replies: 1544
Views: 365771

Re: Martial Arts Experiences Discussion Thread

Fast knockouts I REALLY like the third one. The spear elbow to the face/head. The spear elbow is devastating in-close, whether to the body or to the head, and is something that is practical for actual self-defense (with lots of practice and training, of course). https://youtube.com/shorts/M_gEivVhMI...
by James Y
Tue Apr 30, 2024 11:59 am
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Martial Arts Experiences Discussion Thread
Replies: 1544
Views: 365771

Re: Martial Arts Experiences Discussion Thread

I went to the doctor’s office a couple weeks ago, and fully clothed, my weight is just below 175 lbs. I thought I might be heavier, but that’s great. I’m 5’ 9” barefoot, so I’m probably 5’ 10” in shoes. But I always go by my height BAREFOOT, because that is one’s honest height. Most guys measure th...
by James Y
Tue Apr 30, 2024 11:12 am
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Where Artificial Intelligence Is Right Now
Replies: 47
Views: 2238

Re: Where Artificial Intelligence Is Right Now

The first thing he discusses is kinda funny, IMO. Gross, but funny.

The incident he discusses where AI was used to frame the school principal is among the types of stuff that really bothers me:



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by James Y
Mon Apr 29, 2024 9:13 am
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Martial Arts Experiences Discussion Thread
Replies: 1544
Views: 365771

Re: Martial Arts Experiences Discussion Thread

Real Martial Arts Talk: Does Aikido Work on the Club Doors?



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by James Y
Sun Apr 28, 2024 11:53 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Martial Arts Experiences Discussion Thread
Replies: 1544
Views: 365771

Re: Martial Arts Experiences Discussion Thread

I am a health nut and self defense junkie. If you cannot defend yourself because you are stiff and overweight you are not serious. You are full of bull! I'm hoping that Ozempic helps me to lose 45 to 50lbs, and together with flexibility exercises and walking I become more nimble. Everyone isn't the...
by James Y
Sat Apr 27, 2024 5:33 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Martial Arts Experiences Discussion Thread
Replies: 1544
Views: 365771

Re: Martial Arts Experiences Discussion Thread

I am a health nut and self defense junkie. If you cannot defend yourself because you are stiff and overweight you are not serious. You are full of bull! I'm hoping that Ozempic helps me to lose 45 to 50lbs, and together with flexibility exercises and walking I become more nimble. Everyone isn't the...