Dear Goddess, I need a drink! It's 5 o'clock somewhere, yes? Just spent the last half hour

[niyad]

listening to a synopsis of all the crazy conspiracy theories in one handy little package. I do this once in a while just to see how bad it is. Even as science fantasy, no good editor would ever pass this stuff. I gave up at the "aliens devouring human sacrifices in underground bunkers".

"Those who can get you to believe absurdities can get you to commit atrocities" (roughly).

[BeyondGeography]

1. I recommend equal parts of Scotch and Drambuie

Over ice. But that’s what I always say.

[niyad]

2. Thank you! I have not even thought about Drambuie in years. Mm,mm

[SleeplessinSoCal]

3. I'm hoping one reason our youth vote was such a factor in Biden's win...

...is because they're learning about conspiracy theories in school. Like Driver's education, we need our students learning the dangers of the information super highway

[niyad]

4. A most excellent point.

[Arne]

6. Add to the course,

Telephone scams,
Identity Theft,
Credit Card Scanners,
just to name a few.

[PatSeg]

12. Oh yes

as well as required courses in civics and political science, not to mention a lot more social studies all around. Kids need to learn more about history and world events.

[niyad]

20. All the things that people of my generation, at least, were taught. Perhaps we were the last

ones???

[PatSeg]

29. When I was in high school

we were required to take four years of social studies and that included one semester of civics and one semester of political science. Even in grade school and junior high, we studied current events and lots of geography. How can people spend twelve plus years in school and know so little?

I remember we used to complain a lot about so many required courses, but now I'm grateful for the education I received.

[spicysista]

5. It's really disturbing out there, niyad.

The theories seem to move deeper in to the sunken place with each passing day. I am actually a bit concerned for our safety. My grandmother always tell me to take a chill pill or to drink some tea. However, she's also been expressing her concern.

[niyad]

8. Very disturbing indeed.. Like your grandmother, I am feeling concerned. How in the HELL do

people come up with this stuff, much less believe it??

[spicysista]

10. Boggles the mind.

I'm glad to "see" you. Get that drink. Like you said, It's 5pm somewhere.

[niyad]

11. Care to join me?

[spicysista]

13. I would love to!!!!

The kids and their remote learning are going to make sure I stay nice and sober for another few hours. I think I will get some hibiscus tea, though.
I am definitely with you in spirit.

[niyad]

18. Enjoy your hibiscus tea (have you ever tried freesia?). I will keep your seat warm for you.

Hope your evening is good.

[spicysista]

21. No, I'll have to add it to my list!

Please do (keep the seat warm), my dear friend.

[niyad]

22. Always!! Be sure to tell me what you think of it.

[spicysista]

24. Will do!

If you have a favorite vendor or brand, shoot me a private message.

[PatSeg]

15. As you said,

It's not even halfway decent science fiction or fantasy. Even a zombie movie is more believable than the crap these people are buying.

[niyad]

19. Well, we KNOW there are zombies. Except we call them pubs, pukes, etc.

[PatSeg]

28. That is true

[Delmette2.0]

7. Art Bell and his old program was nothing compared to this idiots.

[niyad]

9. A true blast from the past!

[Delmette2.0]

16. 30 (?) years ago a co-worker talked me into listening.

Most of the time I fell asleep a few minutes in. He did have some good stories to tell.

[IADEMO2004]

14. Past 8 in Ireland Go for it

[niyad]

17. Excellent! Thank you!

[malaise]

25. Cheers

[bdamomma]

26. It's Friday

It's been a crazy bunch of weeks, I will join in also

[jeffreyi]

23. To what were you listening?

[niyad]

27. A person who I advocate for sometimes with various issues. Did not realize how much kool-ade

she has been drinking.

It is helpful to know what kind of insanity is out there.