FEBRUARY 2022

 Posted to Internet Today - News Dump   (RE: Holocaust) video uploaded to You Tube 02/04/2022

I thought that Whoopi Goldberg (BTW that is her stage name) was smarter than her comments indicated. While her personal history obviously is different from mine, both of us learned (or should have learned) the same history lesson regarding Germany in 1930's-40's. As for her 2 week "time out" from The View, I am not sure it is not solely for her self-reflection and enlightenment (or reading a relevant wiki). Rather that period is for the network's legal department to pour over her contract regarding its application in this instance. Meanwhile that same network's marketing department is checking the "numbers " (ratings) for The View.

Posted to Dr. John Campbell (RE: Recent Economics Paper on COVID lockdowns) uploaded 02/05/2022

I always felt that sheltering in place was more designed as a method to not overwhelm our healthcare system (am in U.S.) or infect those with limited/damaged immune systems (cancer patients, the elderly, asthmatic) than anything else. So sorry about the death of Dr. Campbell's father during this quarantine. I cannot even conceive of the  massive amount of emotional pain inflicted on those ill and those wishing to visit ill friends and relatives. I hope that those who reference this paper, are as fair-minded and as logical as Dr. Campbell has been in presenting the information to his subscribers.

Posted to Dr. Todd Grande (RE: Whoopi and Holocaust ) uploaded to You Tube on February 7, 2022

I was disappointed in Whoopi Goldberg in that I thought she was smarter than to make such a grossly inaccurate statement. Historically the motives of the Nazis and implementation of the death camps are quite clearly documented. Also in those camps were gay people, Roma (Gypsies) along with any intellectuals who were at odds with the master race theory of the Nazis. Should she be canceled or fired, no. However the 2-week "time out" puzzled me as it  seemed odd. Rather than hoping for enlightenment or education by Whoopi, ABC (network) legal department is pouring over Whoopi's contract to see if there are any applicable measures that can be taken. Simultaneously ABC marketing department may be checking out the ratings for The View along with getting opinions from advertisers who pay for commercial time on The View.  Ethics? Morality? Education? Mental Health?...no Money will decide how this all ends.

Posted to Footless Jo (RE: being age restricted) Uploaded to You Tube on February 5, 2022

Complain often, loudly and even pull in favors from other You Tubers or any of Susan's co-workers to get this corrected. I have been a subscriber for several years and even the emotional/physical abuse stories are important to get out there. Giving these topics a protective layer of silence or invisibility will only keep alive misinformation and abuse. Be smart, be loud, be omnipresent on the screens of You Tube execs. This is not the time for gentility or acceptance.

Posted to Footless Jo (RE: You Tube Age Strikes) Uploaded to You Tube on February 9, 2022

Yes I am disturbed and it is BY: You Tube. 

Susan@You Tube, is this really the image that the corporation you represent and symbolizes wishes to portray? No compassion, ethics or fairness well then, let me appeal to your financial side. Lots of amputees (all ages) out there thanks to birth defects, disease, war and accidents, think of all the currency in ad views that represents? 

So sorry that Footless Jo has been "chosen" by You Tube as not appropriate for all ages. This is not the world view that I hold. I am sure that I am not alone. Do not stop posting, finances permitting. As was clearly pointed out in one of the recent videos, being minus a leg does not mean that you need less income. LOVE YOU, stay strong.

Posted to Dan Murrell (RE: The Book of Boba Fett) uploaded to You Tube on February 9, 2022

I agree with Dan in that Disney probably should have been more circumspect regarding the promises of this series. Also there was somewhat of a continuity issue in this series. However, Dan a BIG NO regarding the Sarkacc Pit option 😉. 

I did prefer the Tusken (flashback) portion of the story for the first half of the series. For the 2nd half, The Mandalorian/Grogu story line stood out.  I enjoyed how this series used a wide of group of characters and species from this universe. I agree with other comments, ditch those "Back To The Future" bikes belonging to the mods. The bikes should have looked more "aftermarket" or steampunk in appearance. A relatively minor complaint, but the appearance of these bikes did take me out of the story at every appearance. The old west shootout at the end with Cad Bane along with the convo with Fennec Shand gave me the motivation for the evolution of the Boba Fett. Think: (1) Boba watched his father die (2) Was trained by a psycho bounty hunter (3) became a psycho bounty hunter (4)was almost melted in acid (5) taken as a slave (6) fought his way to acceptance (7) faced with senseless the death of his tribe (8) had to almost die getting his armor back, I kind of think that Mr. Fett deserves his choice of a "retirement village".

BTW Loved the stinger in the closing credits.

Posted to Dr. Todd Grande (RE: cryptocurrency theft) video uploaded to You Tube February 11, 2022

This subject/analysis worked very well with Dr. Grande's humorous observations. I am holding off investing in bitcoins until cryptocurrency utilizes NFTs featuring cryptids. Specially hoping for Loch Ness Monster, but Sasquatch would be a good backup.

Posted to John Campea (RE: Entertainment Weekly eliminates its print edition) February 12, 2022

I am sad, but I have not bought a print magazine or newspaper in years. So I have no right to complain. What I really miss is the editors and fact checkers. I find myself checking notifications on my news feed with other sources. These are not news alerts from WeGotNews4U.com (fake name as far as I know).  I fact check CNN, BBC, NY Times and Wall Street Journal. While I do not keep records, I would say the highest accuracy score on news of the day (both in article title, lead-in sentence and actual content) is Wall Street Journal.

Posted to The Behavior Panel (RE: Diane Downs) uploaded to You Tube on 02/10/2022

LAST RESPONSE (aka gift): The question by the parole board member was a relatively short (even disinterested/bored) version of...did you do it. However her response sounded as if she was reciting a speech learned for a school play and  a not very well-acted school play either.  Just answering "No" was not in her script.  Oddly her voice after so long in prison sounded the same as when she was arrested. That makes me think, her vocal inflections, tones are  frequently practiced and reviewed to be sure she is on point.  She is one of the most horrific monsters that I have seen on video. I use the word "horrific" as she looks just like us.

Posted to Dr. Todd Grande (RE: Joe Rogan Controversy) uploaded to You Tube on 02/13/2022

I cringe when I hear people accepting 100% of the information Mr. Rogan presents and cringe even more when people wish to cancel his show. I like Dr. Grande's points of proposing that Spotify not only insert multiple disclaimers, but actually fact checks the information and making those results as public as JRE is. Actually these days, doing a quick search regarding those news notifications all over our phones is not a bad idea either. Sadly whether it is JRE or a nationally known news organization, clickbait is out there. However it is up to us, to find the truth.

Posted to Jessica Kellgren-Fozard (RE: 8 Montessori Items for an 8-month old) - YouTube 02/15/2022

All the Montessori items and viewpoints seem so logical and natural. I love how the floor bed benefits both the parents and the child. The only hesitation I would have with the floor bed are in-house animals (aka "pets"). While I imagine the door is closed to keep out the dogs, although by the video at least one of the dogs seems smitten with Rupert, I have always had cats who seemingly have never met a closed door they cannot master (unless securely bolted by the humans).  Would love to see more Montessori toys, which efficiently are also learning tools, in future videos. I know that this may sound weird, but I think that the Montessori methodology would help in care homes for those with degenerative brain diseases.

Posted to Jessica Kellgren-Fozard (RE: Breakfast at Tiffany's ) - uploaded to You Tube 02/11/2022

I read the book and saw the movie as a child of approximately 11 years. Even at that age I puzzled at the landlord character. It is interesting that while everyone is rightfully horrified at the Mickey Rooney "character" (MR. Yunioshi, even the honorific improper) in this movie, there is far less mention of how the character of George Peppard (Paul) was changed. In spite of all that, my memories of the film are fond and positive. As an adult, I am guessing that my opinions were formed by the beauty and charm of Audrey Hepburn that song that became resident in my brain for months and months. I most likely will leave this film as a childhood memory intact and not re-watch this film.

Same upload--posted to pinned comment by Jessica K-F:

So when the film was completed, the studio executives all sat in a room watched the awful image of a Japanese man portrayed in a cartoonish manner by a white man and said "we're good". Seems to emanate from another universe a millennia ago. As for the sexual-orientation changes, Truman Capote was probably being pragmatic. Of course he wanted to be paid and also wished to get some of the message out there, even if it was not intact. The best way to remove a barrier is by poking holes, weakening it. While a sudden explosive change may be more tempting, avoiding collateral damage would probably make the final result have a better chance of being permanent.

Posted to Smokey Glow (RE: The Return of Creepshow Art....)  uploaded to You Tube 02/15/2022

My vision is wonky (minimal depth perception) so ignoring a hole and on another day falling while jumping over a non-existent hole, are not uncommon in my life.Basically I scare people and/or make them laugh, depending on the walkway condition! Any way I can relate to the literal fallout from a fall. Hope things return to normality soon. I was afraid the absence was burnout (am not on twitter, too dangerous in that jungle).

This is such a sad story. With Emily sharing painful issues to prove a point while the other individual is seemingly fixated on Emily. The internet has super short memories, so reinvention is relatively easy. Whether a stalker or not, she should find a new road, in a healthier direction and move on. If the pandemic deaths have proved anything, it is that life is way too short and way too random.

Dr. John Campbell (RE: Cases declining rapidly in number) uploaded to You Tube 02/15/2022

QUESTION (apologies if this has already been addressed on this channel): Where did Delta go, as in gone or  simply "in-active"? I understand that it has been replaced by Omicron, but does that mean that Delta has been (or will soon be) obliterated as a deadly foe in a Darwinian-style? Even Omicron will most likely subside to manageable levels, but what will come back in the Fall and Winter of 2022?  

I agree with Dr. Campbell, we need a coordinated global distribution of data that is scientifically correct, unemotional and apolitical that is accessible to all of us. I am weary of clickbait and pseudo-science.

Emily D. Baker (RE: Community Page post regarding Prince Andrew)  You Tube 02/14/2022

Sure in a movie he would be properly punished. However think about it, this is a man brought up to be 100% royal (no Diana to insist that the child be treated as "normally" as possible) who as an adult is now without all those perks. He has been left only with the sensationalism of being a royal. Did a close female relative perhaps contribute to the settlement? Probably, but I am sure it had to be done privately, as in not selling an 18th century crown or ancient sword. Losing his titles, his "place", but still out in the world is probably the worst punishment that could have been given. However as an American, my opinion is probably not relevant.

SimplyPodLogical (RE: Ottawa Occupation) uploaded to You Tube 02/08/2022

Thank you both for explaining the Ottawa Occupation to those of us from other countries. It pains me to think that our (U.S.) former president's followers may be (ironically) infecting Canada. Striping away politics, conspiracies, scientific facts and the inevitable rumors, we are left with an unimaginable amount of deaths, life with "long" COVID and global mental health issues. Perhaps my own solitary confinement has produced feelings that have affected my judgement, I will own that. Meanwhile here in the U.S. we face a national election in 2024, with the inevitable stupidity, unintelligible speeches and outright meanness by unprepared candidates in 2023.

Philip DeFranco (RE: News of February 16, 2022) uploaded to You Tube 02/16/2022

My comment to:

Emily D. Baker comment:

4 hours ago

The fact that Phil didn't clip in Monty Python witch scene from Holy Grail feels like a missed opportunity .... 'they put this nose on me'....

 

Mariko True (= 5th reply to E.D.B.)

18 seconds ago (edited)

I think that this way of getting numbers and money into his community of....., is even worse than the clickbait that haunts my phone. QUESTION: if one of these women (aka witches, btw do you think be meant the b-word?) get badly treated by someone who thinks it is 17th century Salem, can this "pastor" be named as a defendant in a civil suit?  Better yet can he be prosecuted for manslaughter by the state if someone dies as a result of his book barbecue and speeches?

John Campea (RE: review of S1 final episode of Peacemaker) uploaded to You Tube 02/17/2022

I screamed aloud when I saw the cameo. I could not believe it. I too wished that the cow did not have to die. I have no prior knowledge but here on Earth a regular cow can only give milk after it has given birth, so...? As for the White Dragon, the only way Peacemaker found the helmet was with the assistance of his father's ghost/body. This produces another so...? One way to tell is find out what Robert Patrick is doing in his career for the next few months.

Dr. John Campbell (RE: Natural Immunity) uploaded to You Tube 02/17/2022

Another Thank you to Dr. John Campbell and Dr. Pilz for making this complicated subject understandable (my science background is weak). I have had 3 doses of vaccine. While I think that I might also have had Delta variant, without an expensive test (I am in the U.S.) I will never know. However the vaccines have kept me safe so that I can get the statistically more survivable Omicron variant and probably get long-term immunity. I find the phrase "Hybrid Immunity" quite apt and hopefully apolitical! My first scheduled activity (a conference) is scheduled for April 2022. It has been a very long quarantine, I look forward to being with people in reality not just virtually.

Dr. John Campbell (RE: Adam/myocarditis) uploaded to You Tube 02/18/2022

I researched as much as I could before the first of my three doses of Moderna. I also kept track of my (minimal but observable) side effects. I knew the risks. I was joining the largest beta testing group of a vaccine in recent memory. Sadly, I have heard Adam's story before. The medical reactions of disbelief, sloppy diagnosis and a horrifically bad lack of focus on a patient's history is unconscionable. There is no excuse for ignorance, listening to a patient and talking history is something that is taught in a medical student's first year. I hope Adam recovers soon and can return to his life. Huge thanks to Dr. Campbell and Adam for publicizing and sharing this story.

Dr. John Campbell (RE: Bill Gates) uploaded to You Tube 02/20/2022

Yes, I heard it also, Mr. Gates used the word "Sadly" and then the word "sad" . I "rewound" to be sure I heard correctly. So odd, it is a miracle that we now have the potential for Omicron (at least BA.1, hopefully .2 also) plus vaccination to get us into the endemic phase. Thanks to channels such as Dr. Campbell's, I feel somewhat more informed and have already booked attendance at a computer conference in April, 2022.

Smokey Glow (RE: Birkin Bags) uploaded to You Tune 02/21/2022

I have also been fascinated with this topic. I own none of these bags, but their allure, cachet and just plain passion for the acquisition of these bags is almost worthy of a PhD thesis. I am not doing that. The next best alternative is watching a well-researched Smokey Glow video on Birkin bags.

As for the process of acquiring these bags, well there is a 9-part series currently on Netflix called "Inventing Anna" it is a very interesting portrait of rich and wannabe rich people. It gives a lot of context to the tortuous process of acquiring this bag and why people do it.

Observe (RE: Sienna Mae Gomez) uploaded to You Tube 02/21/2022

I do not know anything about this situation or the tone of Gomez's TikTok videos. SUGGESTION: Perhaps if there are any videos of sufficient length by Michael Rizzo and/or Jack Wright to analyze, that might bring more context for understanding her videos. 

Not a judgement, but Gomez has either memorized or is reading her script off of a prompter which probably affects her expression and her tone resulting in a kind of robotic rapid read. Whatever happened between Gomez and others, uploading scenes from one's "real" life as part of the content on social media is a gamble that should be very carefully thought through before attempted.

Dr. John Campbell (RE: Brendan and myocarditis ) uploaded to You Tube 02/22/2022

I am also shocked, the physician is not allowed to file an Adverse Event report? I wonder if that is just Australia. I hate to use this word, but that is insane to not accept reports from medical professionals and making the patient do the paperwork. Were I the pessimistic type I can imagine a scenario where the drug manufacturers later reject these patient reports saying that they are not going to be considered accurate as they are not verified/co-signed by a medical professional. I never minded (although I am female and not in the most affected group) being part of what is essentially the largest beta test ever done of a vaccine. However the way the COVID long haulers and people who have complications from the vaccine are being treated is both stupid and despicable.   Thank you Brendan and Dr. Campbell for sharing this story.

Internet Today (RE: news items such as: Ukraine, bear etc.) uploaded to You Tube 02/23/2022

Ricky and I have the same slant on Ukraine, Putin and The Inept President Who Must Not Be Named, so may we both be wrong, in all timelines of that pesky multi-verse.  

As for the real life version of Yogi Bear, remember Harambe (who btw has his own wiki page...https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harambe) and do not execute this bear. Contact a local zoo, import a sufficient cage with FOOD inside, automatic door closure (maybe sponsored by ring.com?) and then truck this guy to a preserve where he will no doubt irritate all the other bears who were happy eating berries, fish and other forage with tales of human food (aka tacos, nachos, pasta and bacon).

Dr. John Campbell (RE: Denmark Study of Omicron) uploaded to You Tube 02/25/2022

I always leave these videos feeling more informed and thus less panicked.  For example (I live in U.S.) this is the first channel where I got the news and saw the supporting data, that hybrid immunity (2+ doses of vaccine plus actual acquired Omicron infection) is the immunity with the most longevity. 

QUESTION: I am a bit confused about the Denmark study which showed lineages of BA.1, BA.2 (which I am aware of) and then showed the lineage:  "BA.3. BA.1". Is the lineage of  "BA.3 BA.1" a trace (aka non-viable) version we need not worry about?  Apologies if this has been explained in a previous video.

Molly Burke (RE:  accessible appliances part 2) uploaded to You Tube 02/25/2022

I am not majorly handicapped ( I do drive a car), just have an issue with depth perception. I saw my first 3D IMAX movie when I was twelve and I also cried when I saw what the real world actually looked like. It is emotional, all those little and/or major struggles take a toll on your soul and self so happiness tears are very much understandable. Sorry I have no recommendations on appliances or  how to avoid the potential for hacking. However, the internet can work for good, so...keep looking, keep asking and most of all keep sharing. ❤️

The Dodo (RE: Abandoned Duck becomes member of the pack) uploaded to You Tube 02/27/2022

My 2 cats have their own pack that includes 1 guinea pig and 1 chinchilla (with me in attendance at all times just in case someone remembers the whole prey/predator scenario). After years of peaceful coexistence no one has eaten or bitten anyone yet. Unfortunately my 4 fish are still "food" to the cats so I have to carefully latch the aquarium top. It is amazing how if properly trained that animals can actually accept other species into their group to protect and to nurture.

Dr, Todd Grande (RE: Arguing with police) uploaded to You Tube 02/28/2022

QUESTION: Sometimes when a confrontation happens, the judge suspends any criminal punishment if anger management "class" is going to be attended by the defendant. Obviously there is a privacy factor, however I wonder attendance in such a program ever led to markedly improved behavior? I think that Alec Baldwin had this experience. Not sure if his behavior shows improvement, although he does seem to talk more (often to his detriment) and yell less.

Internet Today (RE: news items including more bad plane passenger behavior)You Tune 02/28/2022

I feel so so sorry for these attendants and of course the passengers who understand adult behavior. I agree with Ricky. The de-evolution of behavior has been going on long before COVID due to a variety of instances. For a while getting on a plane seemed more akin to being on Noah's Ark (albeit with less room). Airlines downsizing their "basic" seating to have less leg/seat room. Much less available food (I do not consider fossilized  pretzels as food for passengers). Seemingly random charges tacked on to bills when seemingly instantaneously the size/quantity of carry-ons changes . All this happened before the pandemic. Add in recent political chaos and the pandemic, the adult tantrums (picture a 2 or 3 year old about 6 feet tall and 200 pounds) proliferated.