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15 Ridiculous Things American Cities Need To Start Dropping On New Year’s Eve

by Jason Gross @SockofFleagulls

In case there are still some city officials eagerly wanting to get into the heavy junk-dropping game, here are some suggestions for things American cities need to start dropping on New Year’s Eve.

Trick or Treating in the 80s – The 7 Worst Halloween Treats

by Jason Gross @SockofFleagulls

Charlie Brown’s “I got a rock” got me thinking: I did get some “tricks” back when I was trick-or-treating in the mid 80s. They might have been intended to be treats, but some of the stuff I received was downright nasty.

12 Feature Films that Flopped as Saturday Morning Cartoons

by Jason Gross @SockofFleagulls

By the late 80s/early 90s, it seemed like producers would spawn a cartoon even if there was a remote shot it could be a moneymaker with the kids. I’m sure they saw the success of shows like The Real Ghostbusters and Beetlejuice.

Here’s a list of 14 feature films that rocked the box office but flopped as Saturday morning cartoons.

238 Reasons We Love America

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

On July 4, 2014 America celebrates its 238th birthday. Before celebrating, we take a look at 238 reasons we love this great nation.

The 10 Dumbest Things We Used to Write in Each Others’ Yearbooks

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

It’s that time of year again. Takes me back to 1994…

10 Inexplicably Odd Flags From Around the World

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

If this flag’s primary job function is to generate sea sickness in its viewers, it deserves a raise.

How Hugh Hefner Helped Batman and 14 Other Things You Might Not Know

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

Here are 15 things you probably just don’t know, not limited to any specific genre or fan base.

Growing Up is Hell: 10 Things that ‘Just Aren’t the Same Anymore’

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

Nowadays, you can’t just grab someone and throw them in a pool without risking $100s in electronics. What other things ‘just aren’t the same’ anymore?

The 10 Worst Movies Ever (According to Battle Armor Joe)

by Joe Zicari @SharePointJoe

As requested on episode #95 of the UnderScoopFire Podcast.

9 Movies That Should Have Been Delayed to ‘Fully Realize Their Vision’

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

Man of Steel sequel pushed back? Here are 9 other then-highly expected movies that probably should have been pushed back to “fully realize their vision” (ie. “make them less crappy”) as well.

For Better or Worse, Here are 22 Things From the 80s We Haven’t Tried to Reboot (Yet)

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

For every Nightmare on Elm Street, Dallas, and Dukes of Hazzard, however, there are plenty of 80s shows, movies and products that remain untouched.

RING in the New Year: 7 Must-Have Novelty Phones from the 80s

by Jason Gross @SockofFleagulls

Back in the day, three basic items were needed to transform your bedroom from a kiddie’s playroom into a teenager’s palace: a stereo, a television, and a telephone. And though it was nice to dub mixtapes or play Tecmo Bowl at your discretion, the privacy of your own phone became the greatest amenity as you […]

7 Current Kids’ Toys That Will Appeal to Your Inner Child of the 80s

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

Current moms and dads are far more likely to splurge on that toy for junior if it reminds them of the carefree days of yore.

“If You’re Not Doing Anything Constructive, Get My Stogie!” The 10 Most Notable Celebrity Cigar Smokers

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

Throughout history there have been many famous cigar smokers – royalty, politicians and celebrities from all walks of life.

12 of Zack Morris’ Ex-Girlfriends That Would Make a Better Wonder Woman than Gal Gadot

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

Nerd movie casting news has become the tree in the internet schoolyard where everyone meets to fight at 4:15.