Category Archives: Newsletter Columns
Popcorn Shorts for August 2019
Cool stuff that’s too small for a big article Just like it says, Popcorn Shorts is about the kind of things we think are really interesting, but don’t really need a large article to explain them. From the sublime to … Continue reading
News To Make You Furious- We’re flushing an entire generation of scientists
The Scientific Method, or “Reality Studies” as we like to call it, is the beating heart of today’s world. More than religion, more than war, more than any other philosophical or political revolution, the Scientific Revolution been the foundation of … Continue reading
Tom’s Tidbits- It’s time for you… YOU… to Judge
Whether you were born here or naturalized, no matter your political beliefs, regardless of your age, race, income, gender identity, or natural origin… if you’re a Citizen of the United States of America then a huge obligation just dropped in … Continue reading
Keith Tucker’s WhatNOW?!! Toon for July
Dropbox Derby- The Derby is back for a third year.
Come be part of it with Tom Dwyer! Many things may come to mind when you think about “auto mechanic”, but “skilled woodworker” probably isn’t one of them. Tom Dwyer’s “Mechanics” set out to change that by entering the 2018 … Continue reading
Our Older Vehicle Policy
It’s not about the vehicles. It’s about the relationships. The most disappointing calls we get come from potential new clients with older vehicles. We have to refer them to other shops because our policy is not to accept NEW clients … Continue reading
The Parable of the Polygons
This interactive game explains WHY evil prospers when the good do nothing… The Civil Rights movement changed America yet racism and oppression stubbornly persist. The few who deny this have a seemingly strong argument… “Look, the laws changed decades ago. … Continue reading
Shop Talk- Should you refrigerate your car keys?
Comment of the Month “I’ve heard rumors thieves can ‘hack’ my electronic key fob remotely, but that storing my keys in my refrigerator will keep them safe. Should I be doing this?” No. A concerned client … Continue reading
Drew’s Kitchen- Loaded Alfredo Pasta with Vegetables
Restaurants make Alfredo sauce using cream, butter, and cheese, but this month Drew brings you a cream-free version with a béchamel sauce that uses flour, milk, butter, and Parmesan. Not only that, but the chicken, broccoli, mushrooms, and tomatoes bring … Continue reading
Health Notes- Our best Health advice? Don’t do any of these…
Modern medicine has come a long way for those who can afford it, but we frequently forget that ‘modern’ medicine was here in 2019, 1959, 1909, 1809, 1609, 1009, 0009, and even earlier. The things we laugh at today were … Continue reading