[Verbiage]

Originally Posted by Lucky John

For me it says more about the person saying the derogatory term then it does about the person it is being said to. That covers all races and both directions.

Verbi, cool thread, props for doing it. I hope the discussion continues.

Not a problem. Just trying to provide some insight.

[Aatish]

Originally Posted by ASBSECU E93

NOPE!!

Best Fried Chicken (on planet ERF) is Yogi Bear Honey Fried Chicken in Hartsville, SC...

I concur...

http://www.dirtybirdtogo.com

[MKSixer]

Originally Posted by jtodd_fl

DO WANT! I'm going to hit you up for this if I get down that way. Love me some spicy fried chicken.

Inb4 secretly black or "wigger".

Any time you are ready! We can do the locals only restaurant tour. You'd be amazed.

[Mondolemite]

Originally Posted by Broken_Gearbox View Post
1. Is it true: Once you go black you never go back?

2. What is your favourite baby making music artist / song?

3. Is it true: Father's day in the ghetto is the most confusing day?

4. Why are black people so fixated on the booty?

5. Who is the real God father of hip hop (if you listen to it)?

6. Best black comedian in your opinion?

7. What is the funniest black movie in your opinion? e.g. Harlem nights, Black Dynamite, Pootie Tang etc.

Originally Posted by ASBSECU E93

1. Yes - and Black don't Crack...
2. R. Kelley - Honey Love or Dedicated.
3. WTF is Fathers's Day?!?!
4. It ain't your beauty....it's your BOOTY (Can't tell if this is a real question...)
5. James Brown
6. Alive - Kevin Hart; Of all time - Richard Pryor
7. Friday...followed by I'm Gonna Get You Sucka in a CLOSE 2nd.

1. Agree
2. Partially agree. Definitely R. Kelly. But, gotta go with 12 Play. Seriously, the whole album. And, if you're old enough, a close second was Shai, If I ever fall in love, a capella version. Last place: anything from Ne-Yo
3. I'm passing on this one
4. Confused about the legitimacy of this as a question as well.
5. Real talk, James Brown is the correct answer. Fetty Wap is not.
6. All time is probably Richard Prior but I loved me some Rudy Ray Moore and Redd Foxx
7. This is the correct answer (including the ranking) but don't sleep on Hollywood Shuffle. Last place: anything from Tyler Perry

[ASBSECU E93]

Originally Posted by Mondolemite

Originally Posted by Broken_Gearbox View Post
1. Is it true: Once you go black you never go back?

2. What is your favourite baby making music artist / song?

3. Is it true: Father's day in the ghetto is the most confusing day?

4. Why are black people so fixated on the booty?

5. Who is the real God father of hip hop (if you listen to it)?

6. Best black comedian in your opinion?

7. What is the funniest black movie in your opinion? e.g. Harlem nights, Black Dynamite, Pootie Tang etc.

1. Agree
2. Partially agree. Definitely R. Kelly. But, gotta go with 12 Play. Seriously, the whole album. And, if you're old enough, a close second was Shai, If I ever fall in love, a capella version. Last place: anything from Ne-Yo
3. I'm passing on this one
4. Confused about the legitimacy of this as a question as well.
5. Real talk, James Brown is the correct answer. Fetty Wap is not.
6. All time is probably Richard Prior but I loved me some Rudy Ray Moore and Redd Foxx
7. This is the correct answer (including the ranking) but don't sleep on Hollywood Shuffle. Last place: anything from Tyler Perry

Shai was definitely in the rotation

[Verbiage]

Originally Posted by Mywifes335

Verbiage,

As much as most White folks want to or think they understand being non-white, most just have no idea. And this is not to be offensive. It's a conclusion I've solidified over a long time.

I observe. And in the NY Metro area, most white people are pretty chill and have a mix of real friends. But as you move away from that spectrum...where there's a more homogenous White community, the "ignorance" is very apparent.

I don't use ignorance here as a CW term or in a derogatory way. I use it in the pure defintion of "not knowing".

I employ empirical evidence that I've observed in Dallas. You'd be surprised how unknowing some White people are of other cultures, let alone knowing they could say or do something offensive to other races. Something simple like wearing a sombrero and thick mustache and posing for a Mexican Tuesday photo is all in good fun but ended up
Pissing off a bunch of Latinos.

I chalk it up to the lack of exposure and lack of "ethnic" experience.

Growing up among 33% Asians in my HS and then 25% Asian in college, I really got a firsthand view of what it means to be Asian in the US. Hanging out with my Puerto Rican friends and their families through college helped me gain insight on their culture. Same goes for Nigerian American, Indian, and Black. All perspectives different than growing up in a purely White American framework.

My 2 cents.

Hey dude, no offense taken, at least over here. That's great input given your circumstantial evidence and experience.

To be quite blunt, stereotypes exist for a reason. They are given fuel by the people who personify them daily. This is not going to change. Do I break the stereotype of black people? A lot of the time, yes. Sometimes, no.

Do I take offense to racial remarks when they are underscored with negative connotations? Of course I do.

However, the fact of the matter is that our ethnicities have dug a grave of preconceived notions and it is up to us as individuals to set the tone for local change with regard to our operating circles. I am sick and tired of the bitching and complaining about my race from people of other races like we are supposed to be some kind of fucking pity group, or something. We are not entitled, we are not scorned.

Anyway, I'll go back to my humorous responses. Just had to get that shit off of my chest.

[Verbiage]

Originally Posted by jtodd_fl

Agree with this and most of what led up to it. HOWEVER. Ignorance is not really a good excuse. I will usually give someone a pass once on something like that.
"Dude, that is seriously offensive." People generally get one of those. And I can chalk that to being raised in some backwater or having parents who did not raise them right. But after that, shit don't fly. And that is most everyone on most everything. "My background" or "my upbringing" is (largely) a bullshit excuse used to justify just not trying. I wish I were perfect. I learn of ways now and then that I can improve. When I do, I make a choice whether to get better in that area. If I choose not to, I have communicated that it is not important enough to me. From there out, I have no choice but to own that imperfection, because I chose it. Choosing to do nothing about it is the same thing as choosing it.

/rant

Edit: I sound bitchy. I know you weren't saying that ignorance excused things. This was a kneejerk reaction to having heard this excuse like a brazillion times.

Well said, dad.

[Aatish]

Boxer or briefs?

[Verbiage]

Originally Posted by jtodd_fl

OK - new question. The Confederate Flag. What think you?

I actually marched with my Godfather in Charleston, South Carolina when I was a lot younger, a silent march to protest the flag. It was a jarring, disturbing, horrifying experience.


About 20 minutes into the March, the Confederate supporters started showing up on the sides of the road in front of the shops that lined both sides of the street. The streets were blocked off for the day, for the purposes of our protest. They threw things, shouted atrocities, had signs bashing the NAACP, and jeered at us.


However, no one in our group stirred. We continued to walk, as enabling these people with a response would further paint a picture of destruction and ignorance that has been consistently associated with my race. When we reached the flag location, we all stood silently for about 20-30 more minutes, surrounded by people of all colors who continued to scream and threaten and insult.


Never in my life had I seen first hand in the 21st century the true hatred that seeps through the cracks of this nation, and the fact that a simple ideology could have such an impact on the beliefs and outlook of others.


I understand that it represents a point in time, but no, I am not in favor of it.

[Verbiage]

Originally Posted by Mywifes335

I'd be all over Kool aid flavored Creatine. Fruit punch C4 is palatable.

Now, would you still need to ADD sugar?

Considering we suffer from high blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes regularly, I would say to hold off on the sugar.

[Verbiage]

Originally Posted by Xiaoxi

Have you seen The Wire? And if so, what are your thoughts on it?

My best friend has watched the series over and over, I unfortunately haven't had the pleasure of doing so. I plan on marathon-ing it this summer, I'm a big fan of Englishman who don hood accents (Idris Elba).

[jtodd_fl]

Originally Posted by Verbiage

I actually marched with my Godfather in Charleston, South Carolina when I was a lot younger, a silent march to protest the flag. It was a jarring, disturbing, horrifying experience.


About 20 minutes into the March, the Confederate supporters started showing up on the sides of the road in front of the shops that lined both sides of the street. The streets were blocked off for the day, for the purposes of our protest. They threw things, shouted atrocities, had signs bashing the NAACP, and jeered at us.


However, no one in our group stirred. We continued to walk, as enabling these people with a response would further paint a picture of destruction and ignorance that has been consistently associated with my race. When we reached the flag location, we all stood silently for about 20-30 more minutes, surrounded by people of all colors who continued to scream and threaten and insult.


Never in my life had I seen first hand in the 21st century the true hatred that seeps through the cracks of this nation, and the fact that a simple ideology could have such an impact on the beliefs and outlook of others.


I understand that it represents a point in time, but no, I am not in favor of it.

Thank you. That is a good story for people to here.

[Verbiage]

Originally Posted by Broken_Gearbox

1. Is it true: Once you go black you never go back?

2. What is your favourite baby making music artist / song?

3. Is it true: Father's day in the ghetto is the most confusing day?

4. Why are black people so fixated on the booty?

5. Is it true: If you see a black woman with a white man that means her credit is f***ed up?

6. Best black comedian of all time in your opinion?

7. What is the funniest black movie in your opinion? e.g. Harlem nights, Black Dynamite, Pootie Tang etc.

1. Genetics are pretty difficult to reverse, unless you're Sammy Sosa or Michael Jackson.

2. Luther Vandross/Teddy Pendergrass

3. Probably, never spent much time in the ghetto and I was fortunate enough to have my dad around. Still do.

4. It is a naturally pleasing aspect of the female anatomy to view and grasp. It also feels great and provides ample cushion when being ridden on top during intercourse, or doggy-style.

5. She probably has good credit herself, and is seeking stability as opposed to what she normally attracts.

6. Godfrey.

7. Dolemite.

[upstatedoc]

Originally Posted by Aatish

Boxer or briefs?

Boxerbriefs

[Verbiage]

Originally Posted by swagon

Shit, 10 pages... Do you guys do anything else?

Q:
My ***** Verbiage, how many times a day do you say the word "*****"? I listen a lot to rap/hip hop and they use it very frequently, nomsayin.

Oh, it's actually censored. Let me write it backwards: aggin

Hey brotha.


I actually received quite a few infractions over the years for using that term, dunno if the mods have lightened up or not over time but you are really reputable and I like you.


Mods, please don't ban swagon.



Also, I actually rarely use the word. It feels weird saying it.



I used to rap actually, and I used it frequently back then. Just felt right, I guess. It's also very easy to rhyme lots of words with, nonsensically.

[Verbiage]

Originally Posted by Aatish

Boxer or briefs?

Boxers for me. Didn't know people still wore briefs.

[Aatish]

Originally Posted by Verbiage

Boxers for me. Didn't know people still wore briefs.

They are comfee

[ASBSECU E93]

@Mondolemite

RE: Songs - also should include Guy, The Future.

Let's Chill
Tease me Tonight.

[Mondolemite]

Originally Posted by ASBSECU E93

@Mondolemite

RE: Songs - also should include Guy, The Future.

Let's Chill
Tease me Tonight.

Oh snap, somebody just got pregnant!

[ASBSECU E93]

Originally Posted by Mondolemite

Oh snap, somebody just got pregnant!

Ha Ha!!!

[jtodd_fl]

Originally Posted by Verbiage

My best friend has watched the series over and over, I unfortunately haven't had the pleasure of doing so. I plan on marathon-ing it this summer, I'm a big fan of Englishman who don hood accents (Idris Elba).

British show called... something... LUTHER - that's it. Idris Elba in full British hood-speak. I suspect his real accent is a bit more posh than the character. He is a great actor.

[jtodd_fl]

Originally Posted by ASBSECU E93

@Mondolemite

RE: Songs - also should include Guy, The Future.

Let's Chill
Tease me Tonight.

Love that one. Way better than Mediate. Too bad he jerked himself off to death.

Yes, I know... I am kidding.