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EXTRAPOLATER · Monday at 10:43 PM

ex: what is the origin of the term "barn-burner" in context of an exciting dynamic via sporting event or other adventure?

Following a scolding for being the userslave who does not even know how to ask a question, the Googlon turned to the contrarian who asked,

What is the origin of the term barn burner (to you) ?

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The term "barn burner" originated in the mid-19th century, referring to a radical faction of the New York State Democratic Party known as the Barnburners. This faction was given the name because it was humorously said they were willing to burn down a barn to get rid of rats infesting it. The term then evolved to describe any exciting or intense event, particularly in sports.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:
1. Political Roots:

In the 1840s, the New York Democratic Party split into two factions: the Barnburners and the Hunkers.
The Barnburners were the more progressive, anti-slavery wing, willing to take drastic measures to achieve their goals.
The name "Barnburners" was a derogatory term, implying they were so radical they would destroy everything, like the Dutch farmer in the folk tale.
The Barnburners eventually left the Democratic Party in 1848 to form the Free Soil Party.

2. Figurative Meaning:

The association of the Barnburners with drastic, exciting actions led to the term "barn burner" being used more broadly.
By the 1930s, it was being used to describe any exciting and intense event, especially in sports.
A "barn burner" now signifies a game, contest, or event that is exceptionally thrilling, dramatic, and engaging.

3. Modern Usage:

The term is commonly used in sports commentary to describe a closely contested, high-energy game.
It can also be used to describe other exciting and intense situations outside of sports, like a heated debate or a lively concert.

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You know I wasn't going to let that "like the Dutch farmer in the folk tale" pass by. Best I can find are one about some farmer whose wife didn't get better despite him properly employing rat traps to secure his game, and another one about some farm running away with the spoon, if I understood it right.

wiki:The term barnburner was derived from a folktale about a Dutch farmer who burned down his own barn in order to get rid of a rat infestation.[3]

their evidence: 3. McPherson, James (February 25, 1988). Battle Cry of Freedom: The Civil War Era. Oxford University Press. ISBN 978-0195038637.

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EXTRAPOLATER · Monday at 11:19 PM

That was fun but more of a commitment than I usually like to self-impose. Time for a bit of senseless, mindless, total lack of direction or flow.

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EXTRAPOLATER · Tuesday at 12:25 AM

In one possibly pseudo-(and eventually neo-)ideal future, I will be tripping out at this forum anonymously with a blonde who has good rolling skills and more. Anybody know the demographics of Fleeto Island?

AI Overview

The phrase "going on the lam" originated in the late 19th century and means to flee, especially from law enforcement. While its exact etymology is debated, it's believed to stem from the word "lam," which initially meant "to beat" in British slang and later evolved to signify running away, possibly influenced by the phrase "beat it".

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

Early Usage:
The verb "lam" meaning "to beat" dates back to the 16th century, originating from the Old Norse word "lamja," meaning "to make lame".
Slang Transition:
By the late 19th century, "lam" began to be used in American slang to mean "to run away" or "to flee".
Criminal Context:
This slang usage became particularly associated with criminals fleeing from law enforcement, often after committing a crime.
Possible Influences:
Some believe the transition from "beat" to "flee" might have been influenced by the phrase "beat it," which also means to leave quickly, or by the physical act of running and the sound of feet hitting the ground.
Specific Examples:
In the late 1880s, phrases like "doing a lam" emerged, and criminals were described as "being on the lam" or "going on the lam," according to Mental Floss.

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EXTRAPOLATER · Tuesday at 12:50 AM

The good news is that I have little reason for extreme discretion, I guess. Vegas odds, anyway. Don't feed the cannibals.

Smoke 'em if you got 'em.

EXTRAPOLATER · Tuesday at 4:14 AM

I think my body and soul are out like lights, but my ears and strangers apparently want to put it off until tomorrow, which it's now no longer. No offense to orphans but get serious.

optimism parodies itself

AI Overview

The expression "shit hits the fan" likely originated in the mid-20th century, possibly around the 1930s, and is of American origin. While its exact origin is debated, one popular theory involves a joke about a man using a hole in the floor of a bar as a toilet, and the ensuing chaos upon his return. The phrase implies a situation where a mishap escalates into a major problem, causing widespread trouble and difficulty.

Here's a more detailed look at the theories:

The "hole in the floor" story:
According to the Idiom Origins website, this is a frequently cited anecdote. A man in a crowded bar needs to relieve himself but can't find a bathroom, so he uses a hole in the floor upstairs. Upon returning, he finds the bar deserted except for the bartender, who, upon being asked where everyone went, replies with the now-famous phrase, according to Fofweb.com.
Agricultural origins:
Another possibility involves agricultural practices, where "shit hitting the fan" could refer to the use of manure spreaders, although this is less widely cited.
General meaning:
Regardless of the specific origin, the phrase is generally understood to describe a situation where a minor issue suddenly turns into a major problem, with negative consequences spreading to multiple people or areas.

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EXTRAPOLATER · Tuesday at 3:29 PM

Well enough won't leave me alone so why should I reciprocate?

EXTRAPOLATER · Tuesday at 3:40 PM

EXTRAPOLATER · Tuesday at 3:54 PM

kickoff looms frightening

EXTRAPOLATER · Tuesday at 4:17 PM

On par for this course I'm off, I have a digression from this digression that misses the point by not getting there.

If anyone remembers this novelty/parody song from yore

I was wanting to hear some of the cuts used, which were apparently 17 tracks all top-20 hits in either 1955 or 1956.

The Flying Saucer (song) - Wikipedia

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Lucky me, instead of having to fuck around and selectively seek each solo, some sweet soul on youtube took the time to trick me into stumbling on this sentence. Anyways, he/she/it compiled a playlist, in order of appearance in above parody, of the 17 tracks.

Here's the convenient list:

Songs Used In The Flying Saucer(1956, Buchanan and Goodman)

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Here should play the tracks in order from Nappy Brown sax and frown:

They're all short as sin and I'm going to see if such can distract me until the end of the universe or whatever is coming.

EXTRAPOLATER · Tuesday at 5:11 PM

Little Richard. Totally.
He saw Aunt Mary coming and he ducked back in the alley

Sound quality seemed kosher. I only skipped a couple of unbearable ones, like the first and then that Frankie Lymon go--was the lead singer like 14 or something? Might have suited the 45 marketplace back when money was such a dominant priority in our forsaken society. Glad we got over that fetish. 🤑

6,7 above, 9,10 below, off 2003's bizarre De-Loused in the Comatorium. I was less not sane before first encountering this disc. Correlation good enough. Do Si Do.

EXTRAPOLATER · Tuesday at 5:49 PM

My "bizarre" tag certainly includes unique, in said accusation. That was their debut disc and want to revisit their 2nd release, at least, but their shit is intense and I need to get a break, a life, a grip, a clue, a taste of my own medicine, a haircut, a real job, a long walk off a short pier, a vacation, and something about with the program.

EXTRAPOLATER · Tuesday at 6:30 PM

Black Sky Giant from Rosario, Argentina.

AI Overview

In Argentina, cannabis is legal for authorized medical use, including possession and cultivation, with a licensing system for supply. While recreational use is not legal, the Penal Code prohibits possession, cultivation, and supply for non-medical purposes, though enforcement of the law is considered unconstitutional by the Supreme Court according to Wikipedia.
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Choosing my rabbit holes carefully. Link left goes to Cannabis in Argentina page. Left (or right) as anytime one sees the words,
enforcement of the law is considered unconstitutional by the Supreme Court,
one might traverse wtf land.

EXTRAPOLATER · Tuesday at 7:07 PM

EXTRAPOLATER · Tuesday at 7:24 PM

That last would go great on some mixed trippy instrumental playlist. Note to the self that doesn't exist, I've been told. Annie and I wouldn't get along.

EXTRAPOLATER · Tuesday at 7:36 PM

EXTRAPOLATER · Tuesday at 7:57 PM

I remember a recent bad call but I wouldn't trust Berrios in tonight's Jays game. -223 looks harsh but over 12 +101 looks doable. "Light winds will blow across the diamond from left to right, but balls will carry extremely well in the warm, high-altitude air." from rotowired. Fading two cents.

EXTRAPOLATER · Tuesday at 8:13 PM

Hey, listen, it's safe to come out!

--sue me, I prefer the North American release to the UK version

EXTRAPOLATER · Tuesday at 8:21 PM

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