Every Missouri lawmaker who voted “Yes” for anti-abortion bill

A list of all 108 lawmakers who voted for the anti-abortion bill and their businesses.

Majority of Americans support some gun control. So why can’t we pass any legislation?

Gun control legislation has more to do with the risk-reward ratio politicians face and the geographical distribution of people and their representatives.

The Need for a Universal Language

A universal language could solve many of the problems associated with different cultures, including scientific progress, economics and unfair socioeconomic advantages.

‘No Place for Hate’ rally turns into learning experience

What started as an introduction to rallies during the No Place for Hate protest for two children turned into a lesson about judgment and asking questions.

Bloggers need to learn about libel laws

A blogger expressed her feelings in a post and it cost her more than $1 million. Welcome to the world of libel!

311’s “Mosaic” is a bipolar mishmash of WTF

Editor-in-Chief and lifelong 311 fan Ty Fisher reviews their latest album, “Mosaic.”

Karen Handel’s opposition to a livable wage is essentially victim blaming

In a recent debate for a Georgia House seat, GOP Karen Handel said “I do not support a livable wage.” Handel missed the mark completely, and here’s why:

Working Families Flexibility Act explained

Do you work overtime and are worried about the Working Families Flexibility Act? Don’t be unless you work for an a-hole. Here’s why.

Why I Switched My Position on the Death Penalty

Arkansas executed two murderers, the first double execution in 17 years. Should the death penalty be abolished?

The ‘New’ Face of Politicians

The New York Time featured six people leaving their careers to become politicians, but is there anything “new” about them?

Trump’s Budget Proposal is Putting America First?

Donald Trump has released his America First budget proposal which cuts funding for all but three departments. Tyson Fisher breaks down the numbers and finds where all that lost money could be going.

Success at a Late Age (Part III)

Many millionaires and billionaires became successful late in life. Do you have what it takes to become successful as an older adult? This final installment looks into the success stories of Ang Lee, Manoj Bhargava, Sheldon Adelson and JK Rowling.

Debunking Anti-vaxxers: Vol. 3

Debunking anti-vaxxers takes time and research. To make life easier for you, Ty Fisher has done the research you can use the next time an anti-vaxxer sparks a debate.

Facebook Fallacies: Chemtrails, America First and Natural News conspiracy

Facebook is a breeding ground for stupidity, ignorance and subtle (sometimes overt) racism and prejudice. Since shaming is a good way to get people to change, let’s call them out on their BS. Facebook Fallacies is a weekly column that debunks all of the stupid shit floating around Satan’s asshole, aka Facebook. This week: Chemtrails, Trump’s America First and Natural News gets blacklisted.

‘Hidden Figures’ will leave you inspired if you’re not a monster

This year’s token race-related film is “Hidden Figures,” a movie based on the true events of three black women who worked at NASA and were essential in launching John Glenn into orbit. Was it accurate and was it good?

Facebook Fallacies: Climate change and anti-vaxxers, the usual suspects

Facebook is a breeding ground for stupidity, ignorance and subtle (sometimes overt) racism and prejudice. Since shaming is a good way to get people to change, let’s call them out on their BS. Facebook Fallacies is a weekly column that debunks all of the stupid shit floating around Satan’s asshole, aka Facebook. This week: Climate change is not a hoax, mandatory vaccines are good and vaccines are safe.

The case for career politicians

Donald Trump, Eric Greitens and others won their elections based on a “political outsider” campaign. Ty Fisher explains how perhaps “career politicians” are the most qualified people for the job after all.

‘Arrival’ includes typical alien movie clichés but delivers intellectual, philosophical questions

“Arrival,” an alien movie, has been nominated for Best Picture for the 2017 Academy Awards. Ty Fisher explains why the film is worth watching despite all the cliches within the movie and predicts which Oscar awards the film will walk away with.

Facebook Fallacies: Libtards & taxes, Amish & autism, Muslim ban and holographic universe

‘La La Land?’ More like ‘Bla Bla Bland’

Do you like musicals and jazz? Good news: “La La Land” is the perfect movie for you! For the remaining 99 percent of breathing people who are only old enough to live through one Hitler threatening the world rather than two, you can sit this one out.

Why are we just now boycotting Uber?

While many Americans are boycotting Uber over its reaction to Trump’s Executive Order, editor-in-chief Ty Fisher asks why now?

Facebook Fallacies: Trump, Clinton, food stamps and rape

FACEBOOK FALLACIES IS BACK! Facebook is a breeding ground for stupidity, ignorance and subtle (sometimes overt) racism and prejudice. Since shaming is a good way to get people to change, let’s call them out on their BS. Facebook Fallacies is a weekly column that debunks all of the stupid shit floating around Satan’s asshole, aka Facebook. This week: Trump and charity, Clinton and Executive Orders, false rape allegations, and food stamps vs soda.

Court rules occasional racial/ethnic slurs are not a form of discrimination

Sinan Rayyan, an Arab-American, sued the Virginia Department of Transportation for civil rights violations. He lost after Judge Claude Hilton ruled that occasion racial/ethnic slurs is not racism.

Success at a Late Age (Part II)

Many millionaires and billionaires became successful late in life. Do you have what it takes to become successful as an older adult? This second installment looks into the success stories of Ray Kroc, Mary Kay Ash, Andrea Bocelli and Amancio Ortega.

Big things coming in 2017

As the world prepares for a new year, Ty Fisher shares his New Year’s resolution, including a huge announcement.

Debunking Anti-vaxxers: Vol. 2

Debunking anti-vaxxers takes time and research. To make life easier for you, Ty Fisher has done the research you can use the next time an anti-vaxxer sparks a debate. This volume attacks studies 1, 6 and 7 in the popular list of 28 studies “supporting” Andrew Wakefield’s research.

Cyber Monday deals are full of s***

Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals appear to be a steal, and they are…they’re stealing your cash. Here’s an explainer why holiday deals are not deals at all.

Modern day pillory: Was the ‘King’ being ‘Fair’

Shaun King falsely accused Miranda Rae fair and Joseph Emery of racism. Despite facts debunking his claim, the damage has been done. Public shaming has taken a hold of another innocent person’s life.

It’s Time to Publicly Shame Shaun King

Shaun King posted a picture of Miranda Rae Fair and Joseph Emery, accusing them of blatant racism. He may have been wrong and ruined two innocent people who are on his side.

Success at a Late Age (Part I)

Many millionaires and billionaires became successful late in life. Do you have what it takes to become successful as an older adult? Compare yourself to these success stories.

Why Wonder Woman being queer is not progressive

Wonder Woman writer Greg Rucka announced the superhero is queer. Is this progressive or does it highlight how much further we have to go for complete LGBTQ acceptance?

Weirdest Stuff on the Internet: Canned Insects

A website called Thailand Unique offers edible and canned insects, arachnids and reptiles. They also come in giant bags of NOPE!

Debunking Anti-vaxxers: Vol. 1

Debunking anti-vaxxers takes time and research. To make life easier for you, Ty Fisher has done the research you can use the next time an anti-vaxxer sparks a debate.

Millennials didn’t ruin work vacations, Baby Boomers did

A Times article claims Millennials are the reason why workers are not taking vacation. Ty explains why Gen Xers and Boomers are the root cause of the lack of vacations.

Why News Reporter ranking as worst job is bad for everyone

For the third straight year, newspaper reporter clocked in at the bottom of the list of 200 jobs analyzed. This is damaging to society and Ty will tell you why.

‘Public’ High School Rankings Are Bullshit

U.S. News & World Report recently released its 2016 Best High School rankings, which raises two questions: 1) What is considered a “public” school and 2) Why are we ranking public schools if they are all receiving the same funding? Are low-income children doomed?

Ferguson Update: Week 14 of 2016

Worried that the mainstream media would lose focus of the serious issues highlighted during the Ferguson, Mo., unrest, Soundtrack of the Week has broadcasted a weekly report since August 2014 addressing police violence and other related stories. This is the print edition and will continue until significant change has been realized.

Ferguson Update: Week 13 of 2016

Did long waits affect Missouri primary results?

The Missouri primary election was an extremely close race for both parties. Some voters had to wait 2 hours to vote. How many voters turned away? Did long lines affect the primaries?

WTF are the advantages of socioeconomic upbringing?

Ty spent a year listening to and analyzing 250 interviews on Marc Maron’s WTF podcast to explore the advantages of socioeconomic upbringing. Here are the results…

The Martian: Science porn flick

Despite Hollywood foreign press assessment, this is NOT a comedy, but it’s a damn good science porn flick.

Room…for a better script

Every year, Soundtrack of the Week does an Academy Award show with TV.com writer Ben Knight. To get you juiced up for the show, Ty reviews each Best Picture nominee to help you decide which movies to not waste your time on and which movies to torrent off the internet instead of paying $40 at the movie theaters. Today’s film review: “Room.”

Millennials: Financially Fucked

A recent study reveals that auto insurance companies are charging renters more compared with homeowners. Ty explains how the cost of living has made life for Millennials the worst since the Great Depression.

Mad Max: Fury Road…to boredom

The #RapeCulture of…CDC?

Social Justice Warriors are claiming that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are perpetuating the #RapeCulture. They couldn’t be more wrong…

Iowa Caucus Results, Explained

The Iowa Caucus is an event that we arbitrarily deemed important in the presidential election process. A bunch of white people in the Midwest get to shape the narrative of the presidential race. It’s dumb.

With that said, let’s see what information we can glean from this bullshit vote.

You’re An Idiot If You Didn’t Play Powerball, Explained

If you didn’t play the record-breaking Powerball on Wednesday, you’re an idiot. Ty explains why…

Why Increasing the Smoking Age Won’t Do Anything

New Jersey’s legislature recently passed a bill that would raise the legal smoking age to 21. More specifically, no one under 21 can purchase tobacco products (including e-cigarettes). Many anti-smoking groups believe this will help reduce underage smoking, and therefore, the number of adult regular smokers. It won’t. The idea behind increasing the purchasing…

Sean Penn: Actor. Activist. NOT Journalist.

Actor. Filmmaker. Political activist. According to Wikipedia, those titles are Sean Penn’s occupations. What you won’t find is “journalist”. Why? Because he’s not. Penn is under fire after Rolling Stone published an interview he did with Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman, one of the world’s most wanted men before this past weekend. The interview was published…