Something Fun From Google
Type askew into google search. Watch the screen closely. Every once in a while, I begin to suspect Google has a sense of humor. Continue Reading →
Category Archives: Economist “humor”
Two Jokes Economists Will Appreciate
Two jokes economists will appreciate. Rock-paper-scissors is extended to cover an obvious omission. Plus an unusual convergence. Continue Reading →
Tax Foundation Seasonal Humor
The Tax Foundation sent me a Thanksgiving card the other day. I offer this as additional proof that economists have a sense of humor. Continue Reading →
The MacBook Lid Angle Sensor
This is just plain fun. Adding to the entertainment is the choice of noises: creak or Theramin. This is the brainchild of Sam Gold. It’s available on Github. I discovered Continue Reading →
Alien Abduction Insurance
Alien abduction insurance? Are you kidding me? Fortunately, the folks who ran this ad do have a sense of humor. Continue Reading →
Apple Watch Checking For Vampires
Why does Apple think “Time In Daylight” is important? If your time in daylight is consistently 0 minutes. you are probably a vampire! Continue Reading →
Tariff Memes
Luckily for me, President Trump’s tariffs have generated snark and a few memes. Here are the best entries so far. Continue Reading →
Jason Furman on the Black Plague
Jason Furman on the Black Plague and how it benefited workers. At least, it was good for workers who survived. Continue Reading →
Some Bad News on Trade Negotiations
This morning I was listening to Morning Wire. A statement from White Hours press Secretary Karoline Leavitt included this tidbit. Continue Reading →
Iowahawk on the Palisades Fire
Mr. David Burge has come to the rescue on the Palisades fire. We owe him a vote of thanks for this valuable calculation. Continue Reading →