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I’m not sure if blaming the Cubs for the amount of four-letter words used in Illinois is quite fair … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,030 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Jacob Hoff is an active social media contributor, who earlier this week offered “the top 10 states that swear the…
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Never underestimate the power of suspenders … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,027 of The Daily Dirt. 1. If you’ve reached a certain age — let’s say in your 60s or early 70s — how many of the following things have you found yourself saying more and more? 2. Did you…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024 Oh well, there’s always the 2028 Games in Los Angeles … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,028 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The Paris Olympics come to an end Sunday, and to be honest it feels about time for the event to be over. I’ve…
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The most gratifying, at least for me, of the following items is the first one … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,025 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I’m sure most of my fellow boomers can relate to the following much more easily than some of our younger friends. When you get…
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Don’t forget to wish Ralph Malph a happy birthday later this week … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,024 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Granted, we know how great artists like Aretha Franklin, Elvis Presley and Rolling Stones were. But what was the song that pushed them over the top —…
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There have been few true icons in the game-show industry, and Alex Trebek was certainly one of them … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,023 of The Daily Dirt. 1. What a great — and fitting — tribute to one of television’s all-time positive personalities. Alex Trebek, the late and longtime…
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And as they say in the Muddy River world headquarters, “Hello, Adam!” … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,023 of The Daily Dirt. 1. We’ve reached the end of our tribute to “Seinfeld,” and fittingly, the final character to be spotlighted is Jerry himself. Jerry was always the straight man when…
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Full circle at “American Idol”: Carrie’s coming home … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,022 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Today, it’s Cosmo’s turn. Our salute of the four main “Seinfeld” characters marches on. Today we tip our hat to Cosmo Kramer, the longtime cross-the-hall neighbor of Jerry who in the…
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I once said, “Yada, yada, yada” to my wife. For the record, it wasn’t a pleasant experience … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,020 of The Daily Dirt. 1. We can continue our tribute to the four principal characters of the classic TV sitcom, “Seinfeld.” Today’s spotlight shines on Elaine, the…
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The trip to Home Depot provided an unexpected plus for Mr. Fixit. … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,019 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It was Monday afternoon and I was backing into a parking stall at Home Depot. I was going to get some items for another of my home…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, July 28, 2024 But my dad did once refer to me as Stubby … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,017 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I think it’s safe to say all sports fans appreciate bizarre player names. The stranger, the better. Who has not laughed at the…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, July 21, 2024 Remember when a show’s theme music was as important as the program itself? Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,011 of The Daily Dirt. 1. One of the most important elements of a successful TV program is its theme music, preferably a song with words so…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, July 20, 2024 For the record, my favorite of the following short people is probably Paula Abdul, if for no other reason for all the hours of enjoyment she helped provide when “American Idol” ruled the airwaves. Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,010 of The Daily Dirt. 1.…
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Daily Dirt for Friday, July 19, 2024 One of my greatest music-related regrets is never seeing superstar country singer Alan Jackson live in concert. Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,009 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Jackson, one of that genre’s all-time best, has revealed he is suffering from a chronic neuropathy condition…
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Daily Dirt for Thursday, July 18, 2024 Honestly, you can’t go wrong with any of the broadcast teams listed in my top five. Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,009 of The Daily Dirt. 1. There can be no greater love affair — or disdain — than that of a baseball fan and…
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If my math is correct, you could have purchased all nine things on the menu for $1.16 … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,006 of The Daily Dirt. 1. A few days ago, The Daily Dirt offered a list of food items that have been discontinued by McDonald’s over the years.…
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Will the Cardinals win the NL Central? Don’t fret, it doesn’t matter … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,006 of The Daily Dirt. 1. We’ve reached the MLB All-Star Break. So what teams have realistic chances of reaching the World Series in a little more than three months? First, let’s look…
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Daily Dirt for Friday, July 12, 2024 And I’m serious about that comment concerning the old Onion Nuggets … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,003 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Have you ever pulled up to the drive-through at McDonald’s, looked at the menu and asked yourself, “Don’t they ever change this…
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Does anyone actually know anyone named Mildred in this day and age? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,002 of The Daily Dirt. 1. You know when are officially labeled an old person? If you are currently employing any of the following phrases on a regular basis, you are old. But…
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What I’ll always remember most from the ’90s is getting acquainted with Quincy and eventually moving to the Gem City … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,001 of The Daily Dirt. 1. At this point in time, the 1990s seem like such a long, long time ago in a galaxy far,…
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When we first started this daily journey, I had no idea where it might lead. Some 1,000 days later, I still have no idea where we are going, but this crazy trip has — and will always be — an enjoyable adventure … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,000 of The…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Monday, July 8, 2024 The only really decent song since 1989 (other than a Rod Stewart offering) might be the “Last Kiss” remake from Eddie Vedder and Pearl Jam … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 999 of The Daily Dirt. 1. For boomers, the 30-year span covering the 1960s…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, July 7, 2024 Quick, someone put on a Bee Gees record. Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 998 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Love it or hate it, the disco era will always be a part of our musical history. I’m one of those guys who has always said…
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Steve Eighinger, aka “Stevie Dirt”, aka “Stevie Love”, discusses writing his 1000th Daily Dirt, racing and a variety of other topics.
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, July 6, 2024 Don’t look now, but football season is right around the corner. Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 996 of The Daily Dir 1. Summer movies are often special and wind up as classics. That’s not an accident. At some point, movie studios decided to save most…
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