TLDR: we have the technology to detect chemicals at concentrations that will never actually have an effect on humans, and some activists like to use that fact to get publicity and those sweet sweet clicks.

I’ve seen several things on social media talking about the artificial ripening and stating that it’s a common practice in wheat or oat or corn (depending on the post) farming. And it’s just not true. And anyone who tells you it is is either lying or has no understanding of the economics or science of farming. This is…

If the person you’re responding to is not a native speaker then this is a plausible argument for them to make, and a gentle correction/explanation is helpful. Many people in other countries learn to read and write English fairly well, but their actual practice of speaking and listening is limited. 

If we’re talking about the US, then it should be fairly simple to fill that tank with potable water. Filters wouldn’t be needed if they properly clean and maintain the tanks and pipes. The fact that either the coffee or the wash water could be that foul is worth complaining about to the airline.

The only problem I have with southwest is they don’t fly to the places I need to go

Let me rephrase: that sounds like hell, but if I were a few years younger and didn't have kids I'd probably be into it. 

Twitter has some problems, but most of that can be solved by just not following or blocking assholes like Jones. It’s still the best place for breaking news during major events (even if people get some details wrong). It’s also a great place for up to the minute sports and pop culture information.

Nice? That sounds awful. Same day stuff is way too stress inducing for me these days. I need plans.

Yeah, southwest and other budget carriers have a tendency to charge the same per leg on a one way or round trip. It’s the old legacy carriers and some international airlines where this article applies.

I read about this a while ago, shortly before taking a cross country flight. Maybe I was hyper aware because of the article, but I noticed my hands smelled like mold/mildew after washing them in the sink in the lav. I hope the coffee water isn’t coming from the same tank as the hand washing water. I’ve noticed it a…

Yeah, the dirty dish towel part is pretty in line with what they’re saying about the water.

Don't know where you're shopping, but at the stores around me, the cheapest foods are grains and sugars, followed by meat, with fresh produce being the most expensive. As long as you're not stuck on buying prime fillet and ribeye, it shouldn't be too bad. 

This is really good advice and something I forgot to add. It’s something I take for granted as common sense, but it probably does need to be said. Wear your leash!

That’s pretty common if you’re not used to balancing on an unstable surface. There are some exercises and ways to train your body to get better at it. It takes some practice. The people who do it all the time make it look annoyingly effortless, but rest assured, they’ve fallen too.

A few tips from someone with some experience paddling in the ocean:

Does no one in this thread have a strainer that goes in the pot so you just pull out the pasta and leave the water in the pot, or do you all have something against it? 

It’s a pretty common item on kid’s menus. Kid’s menus are usually pretty awful. I’d rather just order an extra appetizer/side and/or share food from my plate with the little one, but some people seem to think it’s best to give kids the blandest foods possible to ensure that they’ll be picky eaters.

Voices would keep me awake. Even if it was an awful podcast, I’d be trying to listen to what’s being said or get annoyed and turn it off.

I guess it depends on how you define the terms and categorize things. There's definitely some overlap and room for different viewpoints. I see those all as different categories so I’d give different answers for each was my original point. If someone were to ask about one of those terms I’d give answers based on my loos…

No. I’m interested in beer, wine, and food from around the world. For recreation, I like water sports and spending time at the beach. For entertainment I read, like very specific types of music, and occasionally watch movies. Very different topics.