Can Scientists Prove the Chat to be More Than Just Nonsense?

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The discussion revolves around the perceived decline of the General Discussion (GD) forum, with participants expressing various opinions on its current state, the nature of conversations, and the relevance of certain topics. The scope includes commentary on community dynamics, humor, and the significance of forum activities such as the upcoming ribbon awards.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants argue that the chat has become nonsensical and lacks substance, suggesting it is "tacky" or "downright crap."
  • Others question the value of "points" mentioned in the initial post, seeking clarification on their significance.
  • Several posts reflect on the idea that GD is "dead," with some attributing this to the departure of notable members, while others dispute this claim.
  • There are humorous exchanges about the upcoming ribbon awards, with participants discussing their campaigning strategies and joking about the nature of the awards.
  • Some participants express nostalgia for the past, indicating that the forum has changed over time and may not be as engaging as it once was.
  • One participant humorously suggests that chocolate deliveries are essential to the forum's vitality, while another questions the relevance of such topics to the forum's purpose.
  • A proposal is made to make GD an open forum where everyone can express their thoughts freely, indicating a desire for more diverse contributions.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that GD has declined in quality, but there is disagreement on whether it is truly "dead" or if it still has potential for engagement. Multiple competing views exist regarding the forum's current state and future direction.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include a lack of consensus on the definition of "dead" in relation to the forum, as well as unresolved opinions on the impact of certain topics like chocolate on community engagement.

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The chat has become, to tacky, nonsensical, or just down right crap,
prove me wrong, and you get 10 points, but i doubt if any will be won :biggrin:
 
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And what are these "points" worth?
 
wolram said:
GD is dead
We're still feasting off its corpse, though!
 
arildno said:
We're still feasting off its corpse, though!

Well if methane is your lot
:smile:
 
GD is dead
Anyone else have a nietzsche flashbacK?
 
mattmns said:
And what are these "points" worth?

May be GD guru, who knows what a lofty mentor well endow
 
GD = PF comedy central

I thought the discussion on pages 3 and 4 of the thread Physicists & Engineers was pretty reasonable.

And Evo started a thread on Yummy Recipes which is rather practical and delicious.

Otherwise GD = PF comedy central. :biggrin:
 
I agree, GD is dead, but its been dead since people like entropy (the old one) and mr robin parsons left or where they kicked out? I can't remember now, lol.
 
It seems to have its ups and downs. Right now, all those upper boards are pretty slow too with the kids all away on summer vacations before school starts, and the rest of those kids are down here rotting their brains, so it seems a little worse than usual lately.

Hey, there's one thread that's been on-topic here for ages! :bugeye: I think everyone else is afraid to even go near the Disney thread! :smile:
 
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Andy said:
I agree, GD is dead, but its been dead since people like entropy (the old one) and mr robin parsons left or where they kicked out? I can't remember now, lol.
Andy remembers the good old days.

Yes, GD passed away quite some time ago.
 
  • #11
I don't see any fat lady, nor do I hear her singing.

GD is NOT dead!

You guys are just BORING! :smile: :smile: :smile:
 
  • #12
Tsu said:
I don't see any fat lady, nor do I hear her singing.

Turn on your speakers
 
  • #13
Oh. Details... :smile:
 
  • #14
Andy said:
I agree, GD is dead, but its been dead since people like entropy (the old one) and mr robin parsons left or where they kicked out? I can't remember now, lol.
I'm pretty sure that mr.robbin parsons was banned. some of his posts show why too!
 
  • #15
wolram said:
The chat has become, to tacky, nonsensical, or just down right crap,
prove me wrong, and you get 10 points, but i doubt if any will be won :biggrin:
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I don't think it's even sick. (Well, okay sometimes it's pretty sick, but it still seems healthy.) :-p
 
  • #16
All I can say is that the Guru ribbons will be coming up soon and if you aren't posting your little hearts out RIGHT NOW, when the voting starts, no one is going to know who you are.

Time to get the lead out guys. HINT HINT
 
  • #17
Evo said:
Time to get the lead out guys. HINT HINT

Hmmm :rolleyes: Oh evo, you look so lovely today, like everyday! When are those ribbons being given out again? A friend of mine wants to know...
 
  • #18
Pengwuino said:
Hmmm :rolleyes: Oh evo, you look so lovely today, like everyday! When are those ribbons being given out again? A friend of mine wants to know...
:!) :!) Pengwuino, you looked so lovely in that Penguin Tower that I am sure you are a shoe in for the guru ribbon. :!) :!)

I believe the ribbons wil be awarded in October, so there is a little over a month left to campaign.
 
  • #19
Those chocolate deliveries are still arriving on schedule, aren't they? Do I need to increase the frequency of delivery? o:)
 
  • #20
Poor Pengwuino forgot to mention that the tower pic is actually what was seen under a microscope at 125x magnification. :-p
 
  • #21
rocketboy said:
Poor Pengwuino forgot to mention that the tower pic is actually what was seen under a microscope at 125x magnification. :-p

:cry: :cry: It is true. It was simply a penguin germ... not a tower
 
  • #22
Moonbear said:
Those chocolate deliveries are still arriving on schedule, aren't they? Do I need to increase the frequency of delivery? o:)
Increasing the frequency of delivery is never a *bad* thing. :wink:

I am open to bribes..er, I mean "suggestions". I will be nominating members very soon. Oh who will it be? Who will it be? :biggrin:
 
  • #23
wolram said:
The chat has become, to tacky, nonsensical, or just down right crap,
prove me wrong, and you get 10 points, but i doubt if any will be won :biggrin:
See that GD has some of the best posts money can buy.
:wink: :-p
 
  • #24
Artman said:
See that GD has some of the best posts money can buy.
:wink: :-p
Artman got my vote last year. :rolleyes: And I didn't even get anything.
 
  • #25
Evo said:
I believe the ribbons wil be awarded in October, so there is a little over a month left to campaign.
October?! But, but, but, I'm going to be busy moving when I need to be campaigning! The sex party needs my leadership! Then again, I was considering running on the PF Sisterhood ticket this year. I think the sisterhood is a strong party this year. Who could resist voting for gun-toting nuns? Anyone? :rolleyes:

BLAM! Ratta tatta ratta tat tat! BLAM! BLAM![/size]

Anyone else? :biggrin:
 
  • #26
Oh my god moonbear I've never loved you more then I do right now :!) :!) :!)
 
  • #27
Moonbear said:
October?! But, but, but, I'm going to be busy moving when I need to be campaigning! The sex party needs my leadership! Then again, I was considering running on the PF Sisterhood ticket this year. I think the sisterhood is a strong party this year. Who could resist voting for gun-toting nuns? Anyone? :rolleyes:

BLAM! Ratta tatta ratta tat tat! BLAM! BLAM![/size]

Anyone else? :biggrin:
Damn it <sniff> when you call in the loyalties of the PF sisterhood, we MUST hang together!

Anyone here DARE to vote against Moonbear for the pink ribbon?? HUH? (cocks gun :devil: )
 
  • #28
What ribbons are being given out :D
 
  • #29
Pengwuino said:
What ribbons are being given out :D
"Funniest member" and "most improved" member.
 
  • #30
I've improved! A year ago i didnt even exist :(
 

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