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Money Talks (and Sometimes Walks Away): Flight Hacks, Fraud Schemes & Finance Funnies
Dive into the bizarre world of 'throwaway ticketing' and multi-million dollar fraud schemes. Learn how to (maybe) save on flights and what NOT to do with money, all with a touch of humor. Because let's face it, money makes us do weird things!
The Far Side's Trojan Horse: How Gary Larson's Humor Subverted Expectations
Learn how Gary Larson's 'The Far Side' used a 'Trojan Horse' style of humor, subverting expectations and leaving readers surprised, laughing, and thinking. Explore the legacy of the comic and its impact on popular culture.
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire's Robert Frost Quote: What It Means & How It Connects To The Story
Uncover the hidden meaning of the Robert Frost poem used in Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire! Find out how the 'Fire and Ice' quote connects to the movie's main conflict and characters. Explore the themes of love, hate, and the end of the world.
Who Are the Firemasters? Meet the New Ghostbusters Team in 'Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire'
Get ready for a fiery new team in 'Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire'! Learn about the Firemasters, their ancient powers, and how they team up with the original Ghostbusters to battle a new threat.
Slow Horses Finally Got Its Due: Emmy Nomination Breaks Long Dry Spell
The critically acclaimed spy thriller, Slow Horses, has finally received an Emmy nomination after two years of being overlooked! Discover why this recognition is long overdue for the captivating show.
The 10 Funniest Far Side Comics That Just Turned 40 (Including 1 of Larson's Most Iconic Strips)
It's been 40 years since these hilarious Far Side comics first appeared! Check out our top 10 picks from June 1984, including one of Gary Larson's most iconic strips. Do you agree with our #1?
Dungeons & Dragons: The Making Of Original D&D - A Deep Dive Into The Past
Celebrate 50 years of Dungeons & Dragons with this in-depth look at the earliest days of the beloved RPG. Get a glimpse at never-before-seen documents, concept art, and the evolution of D&D.
Gary Oldman's Back! Slow Horses Season 4 Footage Shows Jackson Lamb's Return
Get ready for more espionage and eccentric brilliance! New footage from Slow Horses season 4 shows Gary Oldman back as Jackson Lamb, diving deeper into his home life and giving us a glimpse of the new season's thrills.
Cheers Theme Song in Frosted Flakes Commercial: Is It Really That Random?
Frosted Flakes' latest commercial features the iconic Cheers theme song, and it's got people talking. Is it a random choice, or does it actually fit the message of finding a happy place during tough times? Let's dive into why it works.
Gary Larson despises this "Far Side" comic: is it truly that bad? Vote now.
Author of "The Far Side," Gary Larson, admits his least favorite comic ever, " Pie Places." Look at why this pun-heavy strip causes him to shudder and contrast it with other 'Far Side' comics. See what other viewers of our poll believe Larson's "worst cartoon" to be.
Doonesbury Against The Far Side: Two Styles in a Comic Strip Story.
Examine the two legendary comic strips that changed the medium—Doonesbury and The Far Side—whose approaches differ. Find out why both Garry Trudeau's ongoing narrative and Gary Larson's absurdist, self-contained panels remain vital works of modern art, apart from each other.
The Far Side: The 37-year-old defense of an editor still resonates in the modern society.
Still relevant today is a 1987 defense of Gary Larson's The Far Side by a newspaper editor. Find how the comic strip's use of dark humor and provocative ideas mirrors contemporary discussions on art and entertainment.
Was Gary Johnson indeed wed to Madison? The Truth About His Wives.
Gary Johnson's actual narrative is the foundation of Netflix's Hit Man. Learn about his former wives in real life and find out how faithfully the movie depicts his marriages—including his one with Madison.
Gary Larson, Far Side Creator, on the one question his wish readers asked.
The mastermind of "The Far Side," Gary Larson, expresses his annoyance with typical fan queries and the one he so yearned to hear but never did. Find the perceptive link between "The Far Side" and the instruments of creation.