Just for Fun

  • Palin and Shatner’s Strange Word War

    Words alone, won't do this justice.  You should watch for yourself.

    Sarah Palin and William Shatner channel something strangely reminiscent of beatnik poetry or Haiku.

    Enjoy.

    It is like a competitive poetry performance, except they are reading each other's words out of context.

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  • A Bohemian Rhapsody in Three Parts

    Compare the original to the Muppets' version and a parody. Some things are classic. Some things are good enough to stand-up no matter who performs it.  You be the judge. 

    A Little Background.

    "Bohemian Rhapsody" is a song written by Freddie Mercury, originally recorded by the band Queen
    for their 1975 album A Night at the Opera.

    The song is a parody of a
    rock opera
    and has a very unusual musical structure for a piece of
    popular music. Its three different sections have no chorus but both a
    cappella
    and heavy metal arrangements. Despite this, it was released as a single and became a huge commercial success, marking a decisive point in Queen's
    career.

    The single was accompanied by a
    groundbreaking "promotional video", which helped establish the visual
    language of the modern music (and helped make the music video a must have accessory for any performer).

    Muppets – Video of Bohemian Rhapsody:

    The Muppets have created their own version of Queen's classic song and video.  This version has very quickly gone viral, as people around the world flock to see it.

    The Muppets released their version of Bohemian Rhapsody as a funny and endearing tribute marking the 18th anniversary of Freddie Mercury's untimely death. 

    While there will never be another Freddy Mercury, neither will there be another Gonzo, Fozzie Bear nor Miss Piggy.  Here is their attempt at rock opera:

    Bohemian Bankruptcy – A Tragedy by Drag Queen.

    This, completely different, take on the classic is a witty parody of our economic times.

    The Original: I Saved the Best for Last.

    Here is the original.  After all this time, it still speaks for itself.

    Here is a link to that video with the lyrics superimposed.

  • A Bohemian Rhapsody in Three Parts

    Compare the original to the Muppets' version and a parody. Some things are classic. Some things are good enough to stand-up no matter who performs it.  You be the judge. 

    A Little Background.

    "Bohemian Rhapsody" is a song written by Freddie Mercury, originally recorded by the band Queen
    for their 1975 album A Night at the Opera.

    The song is a parody of a
    rock opera
    and has a very unusual musical structure for a piece of
    popular music. Its three different sections have no chorus but both a
    cappella
    and heavy metal arrangements. Despite this, it was released as a single and became a huge commercial success, marking a decisive point in Queen's
    career.

    The single was accompanied by a
    groundbreaking "promotional video", which helped establish the visual
    language of the modern music (and helped make the music video a must have accessory for any performer).

    Muppets – Video of Bohemian Rhapsody:

    The Muppets have created their own version of Queen's classic song and video.  This version has very quickly gone viral, as people around the world flock to see it.

    The Muppets released their version of Bohemian Rhapsody as a funny and endearing tribute marking the 18th anniversary of Freddie Mercury's untimely death. 

    While there will never be another Freddy Mercury, neither will there be another Gonzo, Fozzie Bear nor Miss Piggy.  Here is their attempt at rock opera:

    Bohemian Bankruptcy – A Tragedy by Drag Queen.

    This, completely different, take on the classic is a witty parody of our economic times.

    The Original: I Saved the Best for Last.

    Here is the original.  After all this time, it still speaks for itself.

    Here is a link to that video with the lyrics superimposed.

  • This Video Made Me Smile

    Watch a soldier being greeted by his dogs after returning home after 14 months in Iraq.  I suspect even cat people will be touched by this.

    I learned something from the dogs, and the man.  Hope you enjoy it too.
     

  • This Video Made Me Smile

    Watch a soldier being greeted by his dogs after returning home after 14 months in Iraq.  I suspect even cat people will be touched by this.

    I learned something from the dogs, and the man.  Hope you enjoy it too.
     

  • Microsoft’s Surprising Windows 7 Promotion

    091031 Win 7 Burger King AdMicrosoft released Windows 7 last week.

    Being an early adopter, I found this exciting, challenging, and frustrating all in the same week.

    Speaking of Windows 7, I saw an interesting ad where Microsoft was promoting the launch in Japan through a cross-promotion with Burger King. Here's the ad.

    Who knew that the best way to promote a new operating system and your expected user experience was with seven congealing meat patties and the smell of onions? 

    Maybe Apple took out that ad?

    This is almost as funny as their Songsmith ads.

  • Microsoft’s Surprising Windows 7 Promotion

    091031 Win 7 Burger King AdMicrosoft released Windows 7 last week.

    Being an early adopter, I found this exciting, challenging, and frustrating all in the same week.

    Speaking of Windows 7, I saw an interesting ad where Microsoft was promoting the launch in Japan through a cross-promotion with Burger King. Here's the ad.

    Who knew that the best way to promote a new operating system and your expected user experience was with seven congealing meat patties and the smell of onions? 

    Maybe Apple took out that ad?

    This is almost as funny as their Songsmith ads.

  • Brazil’s Campaign Video

    If you're still trying to figure out why Chicago lost the Olympic bid, this RIO 2016 commercial might explain it. 

    Nicely done; short and compelling.  It certainly makes me want to visit.

  • Brazil’s Campaign Video

    If you're still trying to figure out why Chicago lost the Olympic bid, this RIO 2016 commercial might explain it. 

    Nicely done; short and compelling.  It certainly makes me want to visit.

  • How To Keep Track of the National Debt

    The Big Red Calculator.

    I've known Matt Miles for years; and he does what's necessary to make a point.  He is also a smart and successful entrepreneur.  The result, a new company called Big Red, that makes a calculator with enough digits to display the national debt.

    In his own words: "The Big Red Calculator, a 16-digit calculator, makes your old calculator extinct!  First we owed millions.  Then it was billions!   And now-thanks to those wonderful people who brought you deficit spending, we've shattered the trillion-dollar ceiling.  It truly is a proud moment.  But how can the average American keep track of such an incomprehensible number?  The answer is Big Red Calculator.  It is  "the official calculator of the national debt".  Endorsed by professional spenders! Ensuring that "no digit is left behind",  this calculator displays the largest collection of zeros ever assembled."  Yes, you can buy one at Amazon.