Today’s post is about language, specifically the historical origins of certain phrases, like a follow-up to this post. But first, a quick note about a TV show… (more…)
CATEGORY / skiffy
15Sep
2014
Etymology From The Epidemiologist, part 2
26Jul
2014
My Book Collection
It will surprise none of you to know that I have a prized collection of classic science fiction books. Many of these books I inherited from older siblings. But most of the valuable ones I acquired myself. And when I say “valuable”, I certainly don’t mean in the monetary sense. None of these masterpieces is in pristine condition. And the only signed copy I have is of a later printing of “A Gift From Earth“, by Larry Niven. (more…)
17Jan
2014
Contest Time!
One of my oldest and geekiest friends, who will be known here by her Twitter name @RedParrots, just sent me this great gift duo: a knitted owl and a Star Trek “mighty wallet“, both pictured below: (more…)
19Oct
2013
Separated at Birth, part 66
For part 65, click here.
Character actor Beth Toussaint, best known for a bit part in Star Trek: TNG, which featured a robot in the future.
Actor Linda Hamilton, best known for being hunted by a robot from the future
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