Title: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: Whitney on February 22, 2011, 05:41:03 PM
Post by: Whitney on February 22, 2011, 05:41:03 PM
The Laid Back Lounge is for casual discussion. Issues related to philosophy, religion, politics etc should be saved for when you have access to the full board. Please be aware that topics may be moved to the appropriate forum and that this may mean you have to wait to continue the discussion till you reach 10 posts.
Thanks.
Thanks.
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: LegendarySandwich on February 22, 2011, 05:59:04 PM
Post by: LegendarySandwich on February 22, 2011, 05:59:04 PM
Would my politics-related threads be considered controversial, like the "Are You a Fascist" thread?
EDIT: Holy shizzle, new politics forum! :O
EDIT: Holy shizzle, new politics forum! :O
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: tubbyman on February 24, 2011, 10:48:58 PM
Post by: tubbyman on February 24, 2011, 10:48:58 PM
I like this probationary style - I suppose it stops the trolls to an extent?
I do feel a bit clipped, like I'm wearing waterwings but thats cools I suppose
I do feel a bit clipped, like I'm wearing waterwings but thats cools I suppose
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: Tank on February 24, 2011, 10:55:04 PM
Post by: Tank on February 24, 2011, 10:55:04 PM
Quote from: "tubbyman"I like this probationary style - I suppose it stops the trolls to an extent?
I do feel a bit clipped, like I'm wearing waterwings but thats cools I suppose :yay:
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: Whitney on February 25, 2011, 01:54:47 AM
Post by: Whitney on February 25, 2011, 01:54:47 AM
Quote from: "tubbyman"I like this probationary style - I suppose it stops the trolls to an extent?It seems to be helping; we just started trying this the end of last month (so I guess about a month ago). So, every now and then you'll see someone who has a low post count that was grandfathered in.
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: Extropian on February 27, 2011, 12:35:21 AM
Post by: Extropian on February 27, 2011, 12:35:21 AM
If I asked..........How does Nescafe know that there are 43 beans in every cup of their instant coffee?
Would that be considered controversial?
Extropian
Would that be considered controversial?
Extropian
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: Whitney on February 27, 2011, 01:44:06 AM
Post by: Whitney on February 27, 2011, 01:44:06 AM
Quote from: "Extropian"If I asked..........How does Nescafe know that there are 43 beans in every cup of their instant coffee?
Would that be considered controversial?
Extropian
No...but it also doesn't sound like it needs it's own topic..you could post that in the laid back lounge under what's on your mind
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: YaarghMatey487 on March 11, 2011, 12:29:38 AM
Post by: YaarghMatey487 on March 11, 2011, 12:29:38 AM
Oh woops. I guess I should go comment on other message boards.
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: hollyda on April 08, 2011, 01:45:14 AM
Post by: hollyda on April 08, 2011, 01:45:14 AM
Aww. No Red v. Blue debates? 
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: answerquestionable on May 16, 2011, 02:32:27 AM
Post by: answerquestionable on May 16, 2011, 02:32:27 AM
So if you start it in the proper place can you post immediately.
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: Whitney on May 16, 2011, 02:44:01 AM
Post by: Whitney on May 16, 2011, 02:44:01 AM
Quote from: answerquestionable on May 16, 2011, 02:32:27 AM
So if you start it in the proper place can you post immediately.
I think I've already explained how the 50 posts works via pm...I don't understand your question.
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: darkcyd on May 31, 2011, 05:15:47 PM
Post by: darkcyd on May 31, 2011, 05:15:47 PM
Not to play the devils advocate but....
My 2 boyfriends Jose and Gustavo who happen to be Mexican midget wrestlers like to come over with their masks and thigh highs and tickle me and I want to know how my Catholic family may react when I introduce them next week at Easter dinner?
Would this be too controversial or am I just being a horses ass?
My 2 boyfriends Jose and Gustavo who happen to be Mexican midget wrestlers like to come over with their masks and thigh highs and tickle me and I want to know how my Catholic family may react when I introduce them next week at Easter dinner?
Would this be too controversial or am I just being a horses ass?
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: Davin on May 31, 2011, 05:17:01 PM
Post by: Davin on May 31, 2011, 05:17:01 PM
Quote from: darkcyd on May 31, 2011, 05:15:47 PMVideo or it didn't happen.
Not to play the devils advocate but....
My 2 boyfriends Jose and Gustavo who happen to be Mexican midget wrestlers like to come over with their masks and thigh highs and tickle me and I want to know how my Catholic family may react when I introduce them next week at Easter dinner?
Would this be too controversial or am I just being a horses ass?
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: darkcyd on May 31, 2011, 05:21:49 PM
Post by: darkcyd on May 31, 2011, 05:21:49 PM
Well, it wouldn't even be an issue but Gustavo HAS to be an atheist.
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: hismikeness on June 01, 2011, 12:30:35 AM
Post by: hismikeness on June 01, 2011, 12:30:35 AM
Quote from: darkcyd on May 31, 2011, 05:15:47 PM
...Mexican midget wrestlers like to come over with their masks and thigh highs...
Midget thigh highs? You mean socks?
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: Whitney on June 01, 2011, 02:21:40 AM
Post by: Whitney on June 01, 2011, 02:21:40 AM
Quote from: darkcyd on May 31, 2011, 05:15:47 PM
Not to play the devils advocate but....
My 2 boyfriends Jose and Gustavo who happen to be Mexican midget wrestlers like to come over with their masks and thigh highs and tickle me and I want to know how my Catholic family may react when I introduce them next week at Easter dinner?
Would this be too controversial or am I just being a horses ass?
It would be obvious lying...and not because your midget story is a bit beyond belief ;)
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: Buddhasansocie on August 06, 2011, 07:34:00 AM
Post by: Buddhasansocie on August 06, 2011, 07:34:00 AM
Does anyone know of that Dilbert cartoon in which he talks about atoms coming together to make up cells, then cells coming together to make up organs, then organs to make humans, then humans using the internet to come together to make god. Then the dorky guy says something like, "I've never thought of it that way but I am sure going to watch what I search for on the internet from now on." I don't really care about the religious aspect of it. I just thought it was a funny cartoon.
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: DaemonWulf on August 22, 2011, 08:42:57 PM
Post by: DaemonWulf on August 22, 2011, 08:42:57 PM
Quote from: darkcyd on May 31, 2011, 05:15:47 PM
Not to play the devils advocate but....
My 2 boyfriends Jose and Gustavo who happen to be Mexican midget wrestlers like to come over with their masks and thigh highs and tickle me and I want to know how my Catholic family may react when I introduce them next week at Easter dinner?
Would this be too controversial or am I just being a horses ass?
I'm with Davin... there better be a video link in this convo somewhere, or I'm gonna feel cheated. I mean, it doesn't have to be anything kinky (as you're obviously not into that) but we're talking at least full frontal and penetration or it didn't happen.
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: Guardian85 on September 02, 2011, 09:13:47 PM
Post by: Guardian85 on September 02, 2011, 09:13:47 PM
Quote from: darkcyd on May 31, 2011, 05:15:47 PM
Not to play the devils advocate but....
My 2 boyfriends Jose and Gustavo who happen to be Mexican midget wrestlers like to come over with their masks and thigh highs and tickle me and I want to know how my Catholic family may react when I introduce them next week at Easter dinner?
Would this be too controversial or am I just being a horses ass?
Thank you for that interresting image in my head as I go to work...
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: not your typical... on November 02, 2011, 02:54:47 AM
Post by: not your typical... on November 02, 2011, 02:54:47 AM
kk.
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: lebrecht52 on April 11, 2012, 02:34:45 AM
Post by: lebrecht52 on April 11, 2012, 02:34:45 AM
Everything is controversial. So What should we post here?
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: Whitney on April 11, 2012, 03:03:43 AM
Post by: Whitney on April 11, 2012, 03:03:43 AM
Quote from: lebrecht52 on April 11, 2012, 02:34:45 AM
Everything is controversial. So What should we post here?
There are lots of things that aren't controversial....such as puppies and kittens being cute, how your day was, and other casual topics.
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: Tank on April 11, 2012, 04:02:12 PM
Post by: Tank on April 11, 2012, 04:02:12 PM
Quote from: lebrecht52 on April 11, 2012, 02:34:45 AMIn this context a controversial subject is one likely to spark serious/aggressive debate for which other formal forums are already available e.g. religion, politics etc.
Everything is controversial. So What should we post here?
The reasoning behind the 'no controversy' edict is to root out trolls and arseholes that join just to shit disturb. It appears to work adequately as we do appear to have less overt trolls here now. However fb & twitter have become such fertile ground for the pranks of trolls and arseholes that they simply don't bother with niche forums as much as they can get far more 'shits & giggles' elsewhere.
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: RichW9090 on December 29, 2014, 10:47:57 AM
Post by: RichW9090 on December 29, 2014, 10:47:57 AM
Quote from: Extropian on February 27, 2011, 12:35:21 AM
If I asked..........How does Nescafe know that there are 43 beans in every cup of their instant coffee?
Would that be considered controversial?
Extropian
Extropian! Although I see this is an old post, and before you moved out of Australia, I hope you are still monitoring this Forum. Good to see you again!
Title: Re: Don't post controversial topics in the Lounge
Post by: Tank on December 29, 2014, 02:58:38 PM
Post by: Tank on December 29, 2014, 02:58:38 PM
Quote from: RichW9090 on December 29, 2014, 10:47:57 AMUnfortunately he was last online in Dec 2013.Quote from: Extropian on February 27, 2011, 12:35:21 AM
If I asked..........How does Nescafe know that there are 43 beans in every cup of their instant coffee?
Would that be considered controversial?
Extropian
Extropian! Although I see this is an old post, and before you moved out of Australia, I hope you are still monitoring this Forum. Good to see you again!