Saturday, May 9, 2026
The Pig Trap... Reposted In Full From The Now Gone Taxicab Depressions Blog.
I dug this up by scrolling around the wayback machine. This was written by Taxi Hack back in 2014
and received a shit ton of comments. So here ya go.. 12 years ago, he wrote the following post:
( here is the link to the wayback search... LINK HERE< so you can see the original post and all the comments )
Taxi hack wrote:
I had a very memorable and thought-provoking passenger a while back that I never wrote about because while I found him fascinating, he seemed a little too political for what was always intended to be a fun blog to read and some cheap therapy for your humble driver and writer. But in light of all the scandals that have erupted lately and the EpicClusterSharknadoFuck that is ObamaCare, I have been thinking about a few things he said to me, so I’m going to commit them to paper (or pixels), if only for my own reading. So if you just want to read about moron drunks and belligerent whores, skip this post…
But if you are interested in catching up on current events that just might personally affect you soon, please read on…
Friday, May 8, 2026
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Monday, May 4, 2026
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Here’s An Interesting Topic of Discussion __ UPDATED
The main 30yo speaker is Connor Leahy. <<<
By request..... Here is the a 7 min video that includes the clip above.
Friday, May 1, 2026
Thursday, April 30, 2026
The Indifferent Stars Above..A Story Of Human Struggle
I have been listening to this audiobook during my travels and I can't recommend it enough.
It's unfathomable what those travelers experienced in the not so distant past when there was
almost nothing past the Missouri River, until you got to California or Oregon.
This snip describes it well...
October 28,
1846
The Donner
Party’s First Blizzard in the Sierra Nevada
On October
28, 1846, a sudden and powerful blizzard swept across the Sierra Nevada,
trapping the Donner–Reed Party as they struggled toward California along the
emigrant trail. The snow began early and fell fast, forcing the weary pioneers
to halt near what is now Donner Lake, west of Truckee, California.
The
group—consisting of 87 men, women, and children who had left Springfield,
Illinois, the previous spring—was already behind schedule. Delayed by poor
advice and the disastrous Hastings Cutoff, a so-called shortcut through Utah’s
Great Salt Lake Desert, they reached the Sierra too late in the season. When
the October blizzard struck, they were unable to cross the summit, and their
wagons became immobilized by the deepening snow.
As the storm
raged, the emigrants hastily built makeshift cabins and lean-tos from logs and
canvas. Food supplies dwindled. Starving oxen and mules died and froze where
they fell. By early November, the snow was 20 feet deep in places, cutting off
any hope of escape.
Over the
following months, starvation and exposure decimated the company. Several small
groups tried to cross the mountains on snowshoes, only to perish or resort to
desperate measures for survival. By the time relief parties reached the trapped
emigrants in February 1847, forty-five of the original eighty-seven had died.
The ordeal
of the Donner Party shocked the nation. Newspapers across the United States
printed lurid accounts of their suffering, but later investigations confirmed
the essential facts: a combination of poor timing, inexperience, and relentless
winter weather had turned one family’s westward dream into a national tragedy.
Patrick
Breen, one of the survivors, recorded their experiences day by day in his
now-famous Donner Diary:
“Snowed fast
all night and still snowing. Wind west. Cold. We have nothing but hides to
eat.”
— Patrick
Breen Diary, December 1, 1846
The tragedy
became a lasting symbol of both the courage and peril of the American frontier.
It prompted improvements to emigrant routes and served as a sobering reminder
of the high price paid by those seeking opportunity in the West.
Via https://www.facebook.com/groups/Oldwestremembered/posts/3574023896074211/
Sunday, April 26, 2026
40 Year Anniversary Of The USS Missouri's Recommissioning Will Be May 9th and 10th...
Honoring the Recommissioning Crew | Battleship Missouri Memorial, Pearl Harbor
In 1986, the legendary USS Missouri returned to active service, marking a new chapter in the ship’s extraordinary history. Four decades later, the Battleship Missouri Memorial is proud to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the ship’s recommissioning and honor the sailors who brought the “Mighty Mo” back to life, the dedicated Mighty Mo Sailors known as the Recommissioning Crew.
Now permanently berthed in historic Pearl Harbor, the Battleship Missouri Memorial continues to serve as a powerful symbol of service, sacrifice, and the enduring legacy of the U.S. Navy. On May 9 & 10, 2026, we invite members of the Recommissioning Crew to return to the ship they helped restore to greatness for a special day of remembrance, camaraderie, and celebration.
Yet, Another One
NASA nuclear propulsion scientist killed in fiery wreck possibly connected to nationwide deaths/disappearances
"Once is happenstance. Twice is a coincidence, Three times is an enemy accident" Ian Fleming
This makes two from Huntsville and there are a dozen prominent researchers who have died or gone missing and the a few whose deaths were labeled as suicides. Another story
Saturday, April 25, 2026
We Can Only Hope
"The $PLC is not going to survive this": Conservative legal expert Mike Davis says DOJ indictment shows "clear fraud".
I am really surprised it has taken this long with all of the negative baggage the $PLC has been carrying around for the last 30 years. Tragically, they keep receiving monies from wealthy liberal benefactors and are able to continue spewing hate, causing division, championing anything that is counter-American with the majority of their actions. Story
Friday, April 24, 2026
FAFO (K-9 edition)
The above took place this week in Florence, AL. The first 6:45 is pretty much the perp taunting the cops, etc. So I started it here. My take is the cops were across the road on unrelated business. The guy seen on the video is David Culliver. He keeps coming across the street asking questions, taking verbal jabs at the cops, etc. The bears had been poked enough and when they tried to arrest Mr. Culliver, he resisted. Besides being grossly outnumbered, outgunned, etc. the Popo had a dog which they promptly hissed on David. That's when David bit back and then the cops went to work on him until he loosened his jaw-hold from the dog's leg. It could have been a lot worse. It could have all been avoided altogether, but ____________behavior took place (not sure what the term is for behavior that undermines ones own well being/Dumbassery to the infinite power?). As far as I know, the dog has not shown any signs of disease. 
Thursday, April 23, 2026
♫♪♫ Behind Scenes In the making of 10cc's I'm Not In Love ♫♪♫
Phil sent this over last night.
It is quite amazing the musicianship and dedication these guys showed
in the production of this song.
For the record, I realize some may HATE! this song. Some haven't heard it for a while and some
Love this song. This isn't about the song itself. It's about the 70's and the music and what
these artists worked on for weeks or months to MAYBE have a hit or more possibly a flop.
Watch it for the technical aspect of putting this all together. Or, maybe the drugs were that good.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
This is one of the things that makes a thinking person go hmmm,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Huntsville Alabama anti-gravity tech researcher's death tied to nationwide series of disappearances, alleged suicides. STORY
Monday, April 20, 2026
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Joe and José
Joe legal works in construction, has a Social Security number and makes $25.00 per hour with taxes deducted.
Jose illegal also works in construction has no Social Security number and makes $15.00 per hour cash, under the table.
Ready?... now pay attention....
Joe legal: $25.00 per hour × 40 hours = $1,000.00 per week or $52,000.00 per year. Now, take 31% away for State and Federal taxes. Joe legal now has $31,231.00.
Jose illegal: $15.00 an hour × 40 hours = $600.00 per week or $31,200.00 per year. Jose illegal pays no taxes. Jose illegal now has $31,200.00.
Joe legal pays medical and dental insurance with limited coverage for his family at $600.00 per month, or $7,200.00 per year. Joe legal now has $24,031.00.
Jose illegal has full medical and dental coverage through the State and local clinics and emergency hospitals at a cost of $0.00 per year. Jose illegal still has $31,200.00.
Joe legal makes too much money and is not eligible for food stamps or welfare. Joe legal spends $500.00 per month for food or $6,000.00 per year. Joe legal now has $18,031.00.
Jose illegal has no documented income and is eligible for food stamps, WIC and welfare. Jose illegal still has $31,200.00.
Joe legal pays rent of 1,200.00 per month or $14,400.00 per year. Joe legal now has $9,631.00.
Jose illegal receives $500.00 per month Federal rent subsidy. Jose illegal pays out that $500.00 per month or $6,000.00 per year. Jose illegal still has $31,200.00.
Joe legal pays $200.00 per month or $2,400.00 per year for car insurance. Some of that is uninsured motorist insurance. Joe legal now has $7,231.00.
Jose illegal says, "We don't need no stinkin' insurance."... and still has $31,000.00.
Joe legal has to make his $7,231.00 stretch to pay utilities, gasoline.. etc.
Jose illegal has to make his $31,200.00 stretch to pay utilities, gasoline and what he sends out of the country every month....
Joe legal now works overtime on Saturdays or gets a part time job after work.
Jose illegal has nights and weekends off to enjoy with his family.
Joe legal's and Jose illegal's children both attend the same elementary school.
Joe legal pays for his children's lunches while...
Jose illegal's children get a government-sponsored lunch.
Jose illegal's children have an after school ESL program.
Joe legal's children go home.
Now, when they reach college age...
Joe legal's kids may not get into a State school and may not qualify for scholarships, grants or other tuition help, even though Joe has been paying for State schools through his taxes, while...
Jose illegal's kids go to the, 'head of the class' because they are a minority.
Joe legal and Jose illegal both benefit from the same police and fire services, but Joe paid for them and Jose did not.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Thursday, April 16, 2026
What's Up With Democrats and Guns Lately?
Former VA Lt. Gov. has apparently shot and killed his wife and then killed himself earlier today.
Being conditioned by MSM propaganda, I almost wrote "gun violence" in the heading. This is people violence and more particularly, Democrat People's violence. I imagine in the near future we'll probably see "Do You Vote Democrat Y/N?" on the ATF form 4473 when purchasing a firearm.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Today Is D-Day For Tax Filers
"Meanwhile there are millions living here who don't work, don't pay taxes here in the U.S. who still hate me for feeding them...."
I saw that over at Divermedic's. It is a link to his plight with the taxes. I feel his pain. Does anyone else get tired of "feeding the monkey and watching it $hit? I have heard it mentioned in jest, but I really think "tax day" should coincide with "election day".
Tax Poem/Unknown Author
Tax his land, tax his wage,
Tax his bed in which he lays.
Tax his tractor, tax his mule,
Teach him taxes is the rule.
Tax his cow, tax his goat,
Tax his pants, tax his coat.
Tax his ties, tax his shirts,
Tax his work, tax his dirt.
Tax his chew, tax his smoke,
Teach him taxes are no joke.
Tax his car, tax his grass,
Tax the roads he must pass.
Tax his food, tax his drink,
Tax him if he tries to think.
Tax his sodas, tax his beers,
If he cries, tax his tears.
Tax his bills, tax his gas,
Tax his notes, tax his cash.
Tax him good and let him know
That after taxes, he has no dough.
If he hollers, tax him more,
Tax him until he’s good and sore.
Tax his coffin, tax his grave,
Tax the sod in which he lays.
Put these words upon his tomb,
"Taxes drove me to my doom!"
And when he’s gone, we won’t relax,
We’ll still be after the inheritance tax.
Updated. “AI or Die”. Soon to be a cult classic…
Here’s the video itself Updated based on Woodsterman’s comment.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Monday, April 13, 2026
Well, Would You Look at That.... Who Would Have Thought....
H/T to P.S.
The region’s governors acknowledge the limits of ‘renewable’ energy.
By Andrew Fowler April 9, 2026 4:49 pm ET
WSJ Opinion: Hits and Misses of the Week
A bipartisan coalition of all six New England governors has reached a
conclusion that until recently would have been politically unthinkable:
Renewable energy alone can’t deliver the affordable, reliable power the
region needs. "Wait! What?? You don't say"_ Irish
In a March 31 joint statement, the governors called for a “diverse
energy strategy,” identifying nuclear power as essential to meet growing
demand and safeguard the region’s “collective energy future.” The shift
reflects a broader trend: Energy policy is no longer only about
emissions targets. It’s increasingly about cost and reliability.
Electricity prices in the region today are among the highest in the
country. Natural gas last year accounted for 55% of generation in the
region and nuclear for 25%. New England has invested heavily in
renewable energy, particularly offshore wind and solar. Renewables last
year accounted for 13% of total generation. By nature, they’re
intermittent and risk prolonged blackouts.
Against this backdrop, nuclear energy is re-emerging as a practical
solution. Nuclear power is consistent and is already a major source of
clean energy in the U.S., preventing hundreds of millions of metric tons
of emissions annually.
In New England, nuclear facilities such as Connecticut’s Millstone Power
Station help maintain grid stability, powering roughly two million
homes. Yet regulatory barriers have long limited the development of new
nuclear capacity.
That is beginning to change. Public opinion is shifting, and
policymakers increasingly recognize that meeting climate goals without
reliable baseload power is unrealistic. A 2026 analysis from regional
think tanks, including my own, estimates that meeting the region’s
energy needs with nuclear power would cost roughly $415 billion, about
half the cost of a renewable-heavy system, while reducing emissions by
92% by 2050.
Other countries offer practical lessons. France generates about 70% of
its electricity from nuclear power, maintaining low emissions while
exporting energy to neighboring nations. By contrast, European systems
that rely heavily on intermittent renewables have faced higher costs and
reliability challenges.
The conclusion isn’t that we should abandon renewables—it’s that they
can’t stand alone. Energy policy requires balance. Wind and solar can
help reduce emissions, but without complementary investments in sources
like nuclear, the region risks higher costs and greater instability.
As electricity demand rises, driven by data centers and advanced
manufacturing, regions that can deliver reliable, affordable power will
also have a competitive advantage. New England will fall behind if it
can’t meet demand.
If affordability is a priority, policymakers must focus on scaling up
energy sources that work. Nuclear energy represents an area of alignment
across political lines. Policymakers can reduce barriers to nuclear
development, encourage investment and build an energy system that is
cleaner, more reliable and affordable.
A region’s energy policy will be judged by whether the lights stay on
and whether people can afford the bill.
Friday, April 10, 2026
Friday Femme Fatale Farrago....
I had the opportunity to go out and enjoy a few frosties. So this is posted in absentia...
The Old Tree... A Reminder Of Perseverance And The Will To Survive....
Not to long ago I post some quick pictures of this old tree in the area that I hike.
Now that the snow is gone, I was able to get some images of how bad the trunk is rotting away
and the steps the tree is creating to survive. Viewed from the main trail the trunk looks
fine but as you walk around it you realize it's half eaten away by rot. There are two , I will call,
above ground roots that have grown and are carrying a huge tensile load keeping the tree up.
The branches are massive and the weight is biased in the righthand direction as seen in the last few photos.
Sooner or later the rotted side of the trunk will buckle and that will be it. Depending on the age it's
been around and 'seen' a lot in it's life.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Tuesday Night Short
This is better than the Lego Movie.😂
— Grummz (@Grummz) April 7, 2026
Iran pilot rescue. pic.twitter.com/90kDp2Xlz1
this is not how Hollywood and most teachers told it back in the day
I am sure I wasn't the only thirteen year old in jr. high who began to question how a few hundred Spaniards (sometimes the story might be British, Portuguese, French, etc.) could cross an ocean in a tiny wooden boat and conquer and kill "millions". Often times it was as the author explains in this video and not simply because they were "bloodthirsty" Europeans lusting for Gold.
Sunday, April 5, 2026
You Know American Bread Isn't Good For You, Right?... Here Is Why...
Watch this video.................
Man makes a visual demonstration of how American bread is actually made
— Wall Street Apes (@WallStreetApes) April 4, 2026
Many Americans know our bread is toxic by now but they don’t really understand what the process of making it actually looks like and how bad it really is
This is eye opening pic.twitter.com/0tqqP7L5vI
Saturday, April 4, 2026
Opening Day In the 1950’s. Fenway Park
Follow the link over to twitter They had to turn off the comments. It was the good old days. Also there are clips of the Governor of MA and the mayor of Boston being boo’d when they went on the field
Tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/JHs7eblKDp
— Fenway Park (@fenwaypark) April 3, 2026
Friday, April 3, 2026
Thursday, April 2, 2026
An Interesting Story From The Beginning Of The Nuclear Age...
On January 3rd, 1961, emergency responders were dispatched to the SL-1 reactor at the National Reactor Testing Station near Idaho Falls after heat sensors triggered an alarm at 9:01 PM.
Inside the reactor building, three military technicians were performing a routine restart procedure on an experimental Cold War-era reactor. A task meant to take seconds turned into a gruesome scene in a matter of milliseconds.
Monday, March 30, 2026
Finnish Word Of The Day...
Sign me up to hang out with her.
Finnish word of the day pic.twitter.com/eJz2NTJnJG
— Liberty Pill Memes (@LibertyPillMeme) March 28, 2026
The Gays of Hormuz
Try and follow this logic...
Justice for the Gays of Hormuz pic.twitter.com/73SFJr5dBD
— Geiger Capital (@Geiger_Capital) March 30, 2026
Important PSA From Your Uncle Irish....
Avoid this common mistake when buying wiskey: pic.twitter.com/4tO1k8hcS6
— AlphaFox (@alphafox) March 30, 2026
Friday, March 27, 2026
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Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Friday, March 20, 2026
Happy Spring !
The 2026 spring equinox (vernal equinox) occurs on
Friday, March 20, at 10:46 a.m. EDT. This moment marks the official start of astronomical spring in the Northern Hemisphere, when the sun aligns directly over the equator, resulting in nearly equal day and night lengths.
Enjoy your Friday!
Irish
Thursday, March 19, 2026
"Six hunnert haws-pow-ah."
600 HP Snow Natural Gas Pumping engine at Coolspring June 2013. Shown here is the start-up operation and shutdown of this most impressive engine. After several years of hard work, the job had progressed where the crew was able to perform a few test runs. On this particular test ( the fourth start-up) a few mechanical adjustments had been made and on-line fuel valve settings performed. My hats off to a truly incredible volunteer effort by the Coolspring Museum staff
This engine was manufactured by the Snow-Holly Works of Buffalo, New York, and is serial number G329. It has two tandem 24 inch bore x 48 inch stroke cylinders that are double-acting. Total displacement is 86,800 cubic inches or 1,423 liters. The rated output of the engine is 600 hp at 100 RPM which yields a torque value of 31,500 ft-lbf.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Give 'Em Hell Coach!
BREAKING: Sen. Tommy Tuberville just told leftists to SCREW OFF after they got triggered he called Muslims "the enemy inside the gates"
Q: "Do you have any regrets?"
TUBERVILLE: "NO, I don't have ANY regrets whatsoever! I meant every word I said!"
THAT'S how you do it, senator! 
"The enemy is inside our gates. We got them here. Joe Biden and Barack Obama brought them here by the thousands. It's a disgrace!"
"You know, if you preach or teach Sharia law, you need to go home!"
"You don't fit in the United States of America. We're a Christian country. If you pray to the Quran, the Quran speaks 'kill all infidels.' And infidels are people that are not Muslims. And that means all Americans and all Christians that are not Muslims. So I have no regrets!"
Tuberville represents a red state and he acts like it. This is what every GOP senator should do.
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Happy St. Patrick’s Day one and all!
Things have been crazy busy so this one kind of snuck up on me. Have a great day and enjoy the week I’ll be around.
Slainte!
Irish
Monday, March 16, 2026
"Nothing Past This Does Much Better"
This is an interesting video showing the accuracy of an eighty plus year old rifle setup. The shooter/spotter team know how to put rounds on target. Though antiquated, vintage surplus Mauser rifles can be deadly accurate. I have seen similar from scoped '03 Springfield and 91/30 Mosin Nagant rifles. As a note, I did not watch past the k98 segment.
Sunday, March 15, 2026
A Short, Amazing, Documentary Of The 1982 Mount Washington Rescue Of Two Climbers...
"109° BELOW", an Arc’teryx film, tells the gripping true story of a 1982 mountain rescue on Mount Washington—often called the coldest place on earth due to its extreme weather. Caught in a brutal storm during a winter hiking trip, 17-year-old Hugh Herr and his partner became stranded in deadly conditions, triggering a heroic alpine rescue attempt. The mission, carried out by elite volunteers, ended in tragedy with the death of rescuer Albert Dow, while both climbers suffered severe frostbite.
This powerful survival story explores the harsh realities of mountaineering dangers and extreme cold survival. Featuring Herr, Joe Lentini, and Alexa Siegel, the film connects a climbing accident to the birth of transformative innovation: Herr’s eventual work in MIT Biomechatronics, reshaping prosthetics for athletes. Blending themes of hiking safety, mountain rescue, and human resilience, "109° BELOW" stands out as a raw and moving tribute to those who risk everything in unforgiving conditions.
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