Why are older TV shows better? Older shows are original with ideas that were creative and fresh for their time. The newer shows have no creative juices that are original, they are getting ideas for shows from older shows which becomes borrowing and lacking for the viewers need for wanting something new. Why do old […]

How does catnip affect a cats brain? Researchers suspect that catnip targets feline “happy” receptors in the brain. Most cats react to catnip by rolling, flipping, rubbing, and eventually zoning out. They may meow or growl at the same time. Other cats become hyperactive or downright aggressive, especially if you approach them. Why do cats […]

How long does it take to reach native fluency? Native or bilingual proficiency This is rare. On this scale, I would call limited working proficiency above basic conversational fluency. FSI research indicates that it takes 480 hours to reach basic fluency in group 1 languages, and 720 hours for group 2-4 languages. How long does […]

What do Americans call puddings? “Pudding” can refer generically to the sweet, final course of a meal, what Americans know as “dessert.” (Because it’s the UK, this has class implications. What is an English steamed pudding? Steamed pudding is a variety of English pudding with a long tradition in the British cuisine, basically consisting of […]

What is micromanagement style? In business management, micromanagement is a management style whereby a manager closely observes and/or controls and/or reminds the work of their subordinates or employees. Micromanagement is generally considered to have a negative connotation, mainly because it shows a lack of freedom in the workplace. How can you tell if someone is […]

Is it normal to always be sore from working out? Exercise physiologists refer to the gradually increasing discomfort that occurs between 24 and 48 hours after activity as delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), and it is perfectly normal. Do I need rest days with calisthenics? Just remember that calisthenics or not, your strength-training workouts won’t […]

What is the politically correct way to ask for gender? When asking about sex as a category, words like male, female and intersex should be used. Gender identity refers to the internal/psychological sense of self, regardless of what sex a person was assigned at birth. When asking about gender as a category, words like woman, […]

Is economics a science Mises? Economics is a science, and as a science it deals with eternal laws — laws that men are not able to change — laws that remain constant. So, if the civilized world is to survive, people must learn more about this science of human action. My great teacher, Ludwig Mises, […]

Which is better tenderloin or T-Bone? The T-Bone The strip is delicious and beefy while the tenderloin is juicy and tender. Which is better tenderloin or rib eye? A simplified rule to remember is: the ribeye is perfect for those who prefer flavor, and the filet mignon is the better choice for those who prefer […]

Can you really make napalm with gasoline and Styrofoam? Yes. The resulting, sticky and gelatinous material, is effectively home made “napalm”. It can be be made by dissolving pieces of Styrofoam in gasoline or diesel fuel to form a flammable jelly-like substance. What happens when you mix motor oil gas and Styrofoam? The trick has […]

How long does it take to send a message to the Mars Rover? An orbiter passes over the rover and is in the vicinity of the sky to communicate with the rover for about eight minutes at a time, per sol. In that time, between 100 and 250 megabits of data can be transmitted to […]