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<p>Columnist. Author of many <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Drew-Magary/e/B001JS8R52/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_book_1">fine works of literature</a>, including <em>Point B</em>. Handsomest man in the world.</p>


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Drew Magary

Former Cincinnati Reds manager and player Pete Rose is seen before the game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Great American Ball Park on July 21, 2018 in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Pittsburgh Pirates v Cincinnati Reds

Funbag

Put Pete Rose In The Hall Of Fame So That I Can Forget About Him

Anthony Edwards #5 of the Minnesota Timberwolves celebrates with fans in the fourth quarter against the Houston Rockets at Target Center on February 06, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Rockets 127-114. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

Houston Rockets v Minnesota Timberwolves

Notes From A Reborn NBA Fan

My Yang right, and Pang Nhia of Minneapolis look for CD's at the Sam Goody store in City Center in downtown Minneapolis on Thursday.

Minneapolis Mn, Thursday 12/7/00 Best Buy announced  it is buying Musicland  Stores, parent of Sam Goody— My Yang right, and Pang Nhia of Minneapolis look for CD’s at the Sam Goody store in City Center in downtown Minneapolis on Thursday.(Photo By JERRY

What’s The Worst CD You’ve Ever Purchased?

ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. during the third day of the NFL Draft on April 29, 2023 at Union Station in Kansas City, MO.

NFL: APR 29 2023 Draft

It’s Time For Mel Kiper To Go

Travis Hunter #12 of the Colorado Buffaloes runs away from a tackle attempt by Dylan Smith #11 of the Oklahoma State Cowboys after a catch in the third quarter at Folsom Field on November 29, 2024 in Boulder, Colorado.

Oklahoma State v Colorado

Let Travis Hunter Be Football Ohtani

Lyons staff store, Cadby Hall, West Kensington, London. The self service grocery department. Women peruse the neatly stacked shelves of tinned food and bottled drinks.

Lyons staff store, Cadby Hall, West Kensington, London.

Grocery Shopping Is Meditation

Philadelphia Eagles run the tush push for a first down during the game between the Miami Dolphins and the Philadelphia Eagles on October 22, 2023 at Lincoln Financial Field.

NFL: OCT 22 Dolphins at Eagles

Banning The Tush Push Is A Chickenshit Idea

Orson Welles And Paola Mori Having Lunch At Table

The Only Spaghetti Eating Lesson You’ll Ever Need

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Lessons From A B-Minus Dog Owner

Pre rolled joints and gummy infused candy are sold on 4/20 on World Weed Day in Washington Square Park on April 20, 2022 in New York City. Hundreds of people flocked to Washington Square Park where vendors set up tables selling cannabis flowers, as well as other cannabis-infused products. Laws across the U.S. vary by state, but in New York City, it is legal for adults 21 and older to possess up to three ounces of cannabis and up to 24 grams of concentrated cannabis for personal use.

New Yorkers Celebrate 4/20 Day In Washington Square Park

Thank God For Weed Gummies

Burger and fries with a plate of ketchup.

60th anniversary of Apple Pan in Los Angeles, a restaurant which has not changed its menu of burger

You Can’t Arrest Me For Drowning My Burger In Ketchup

Licensing Expo 2016

Let’s Remember Some Toys

ANKARA, TURKIYE - FEBRUARY 09: A Stanley thermos is seen in Ankara, Turkiye on February 9, 2025.

Stanley

Is It OK For Me To Drink Out Of A Cup I Once Pissed In?

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Let’s Remember Some Movie Characters Saying, “Fuck!”

Protestors gather outside of USAID headquarters on February 03, 2025 in Washington, DC. Elon Musk, tech billionaire and head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), said in a social media post that he and U.S. President Donald Trump will shut down the foreign assistance agency.

Musk, Department Of Government Efficiency Move To Shut Down USAID

Help! I’m Worried The Government Will Stiff Me On My Paycheck!

Members of the far-right militia group, Patriot Front, participate in the 2025 March for Life in Washington D.C., Friday, Jan. 24, 2025.

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Nazism & Hitler: The Defector Explainer

Semaglutide (GLP-1) weight-loss drug Wegovy, made by pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk, which are designed to treat type 2 diabetes, but are widely known for their effect on weight loss. Picture date: Wednesday October 16, 2024.

Weight-loss medication

GLP-1 Agonists: The Defector Review

ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 29: Aaron Rodgers #8 of the New York Jets looks on during the first quarter against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Orchard Park, New York.

New York Jets v Buffalo Bills

End Play-Clock Abuse!

LAS VEGAS, USA - JANUARY 06: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang delivers a keynote address at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025, showcasing the company's latest innovations in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, on January 6, 2025. At the event, Huang unveiled advanced AI for training robots and cars, enhanced gaming chips, and Nvidia's first desktop computer, while also detailing how the company was expanding its data center AI technology to consumer PCs and laptops.

Nvidia Unveils Robot Training Tech, New Gaming Chips, and Toyota Deal

AI Learned It By Watching You

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Rachelle Hampton

Leslie Chelsey, 10, of Victory Boulevard School, plays violin. (Photo by USC Libraries/Corbis via Getty Images)

Children’s Orchestra

Why Didn’t Orchestra Musicians Choose To Learn Cooler Instruments?

The Monkees at the Athletic &amp; Convocation Center in South Bend, Indiana, November 11, 1986. (Photo by Paul Natkin/Getty Images)

The Monkees’ Christmas Card

Your Holiday Card Might Not Contain Enough Gratuitous Nudity

MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 08: Aaron Rodgers #8 of the New York Jets reacts on the field during the first half of the game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on December 08, 2024 in Miami Gardens, Florida.

New York Jets v Miami Dolphins

Aaron Rodgers Is The Last Glory Boy Standing

DALLAS, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 30: A detail view of the College Football Playoff championship trophy is shown prior to the game between the Dallas Cowboys and the New York Giants at Gerald J. Ford Stadium on November 30, 2024 in Dallas, Texas.

California v SMU

You Are Not Prepared For How Cool The 12-Team Playoff Will Be

1960s Dinner Including Turkey Roast Beef Rolls Pumpkin Pie Peas Pearl Onions Potatoes sweet Potato Gravy Boat Olives Pickles.

1960s Turkey Dinner

An Easy Sweet Potato Brûlée Recipe For You, The Brûlée Lover

CLARYVILLE, NY - FEBRUARY 3: A rescued pitbull sits on her owners couch, February 3, 2024 in Claryville, New York.