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Gambling (MM #3959)

More and more states have started to allow sports betting. If you watch sports on TV, you’ve probably seen an increase in the commercials. I’m still surprised that Tennessee changed its gambling laws to allow betting in the state. I remember when the lottery was approved years ago, and many people had issues with any…

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Underdog (MM #3958)

Like most kids, I loved watching cartoons on TV. Saturday morning, after school, it didn’t matter; I spent a lot of time in front of the tube. One of my favorites back then was Underdog and all of his friends. I hadn’t thought about those cartoons in a long time, so I decided to stream…

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Rotten Tomatoes (MM #3957)

Recently, I’ve noticed that more and more movies and TV shows are touting their Rotten Tomatoes reviews. Mentioning that they’re certified fresh has become a big deal. But is it? Do you care about those critical ratings and rankings? I know that they mean nothing to me. Perhaps I’m alone…

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Changing Priorities (MM #3956)

We can all agree that the pandemic has changed our lives in so many ways. The world is struggling, and experts are trying to figure out why. Right now, the only thing that we can point to is our changing priorities. COVID-19 caused people to reevaluate their lives, and for many, the future will be…

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Mass Appeal (MM #3955)

For years, people have tried to create content that has mass appeal. For music, movies, and TV shows to succeed, they have always needed to appeal to as many people as possible. But now, some say that the thought process is outdated. We now have so many outlets for our niche interests that creating something…

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Cold Medicine (MM #3954)

Most of us use cold medicine for the reason we should, to relieve our symptoms from a seasonal cold. But, recently, some TikTok users have been using it for an online challenge. And sadly, many children have been using it to make drunken chicken, which doctors say could be deadly…

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Perfect Storm (MM #3953)

Recently, we’ve experienced the perfect storm here in the Nashville area. And while the weather plays a part, we’re actually talking about empty shelves at the grocery store. People have been concerned about snow and ice, but that’s only part of why you can’t find much at the grocery store…

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Searching For (MM #3952)

If you’ve been to the grocery store recently, you’ve likely had a problem finding some items. But, as we always see, people across the USA aren’t usually searching for the same thing. While some are concerned with locating cream cheese, others can’t live without their Flamin’ Hot Cheetos…

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Salad Dressing (MM #3951)

When it comes to eating salad, we all have our favorite toppings and dressings. Some people prefer the same thing every time, but others enjoy variety. But one salad dressing has always been regulated by the government. And thanks to lobbying efforts, that is about to change…

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Garbage Cans (MM #3950)

Yesterday, I was talking about your neighbors. One of the ways they can drive you crazy is by not collecting their garbage cans promptly. But sometimes, it’s not their fault. Sometimes we have to blame the trash collectors…

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