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[Gr1mLock]

Now we're talkin! Miss Havisham is one of the most tragic characters in all literature, yes or not?

Second only to Hedda Gabler.

 

[Maklershed]

I'd be down for an MMA book club if you guys are serious. Already read Guns, Germs, and Steel though but I could do Frankenstein.

 

[parrotbeak]

I'm down for Frankenstein.

I just found the Guns Germs and Steel audio cd at a sidewalk sale for $1, and listened to most of it. Fascinating stuff. I'd be down for an actual reading, since I'm sure this must be abridged.

 

[parrotbeak]

It's funny that both this thread and the comics thread have recently discussed why some fans seem really negative towards current trends and some fans are bummed by this negativity and want more positive discussion. Maybe that's just internet discussion in general.

 

[industrian]

What the fuck is going on in this thread?

 

[Gr1mLock]

It's funny that both this thread and the comics thread have recently discussed why some fans seem really negative towards current trends and some fans are bummed by this negativity and want more positive discussion. Maybe that's just internet discussion in general.

I cant believe im prefering dc titles to marvel. Hell I cant believe im reading green lantern and snoozing through avengers vs xmen.

 

[ShaneB]

What the fuck is going on in this thread?

Team Positive and Team Negative are clashing when talking about MMA. Figure it's best to just talk about other stuff now.

 

[parrotbeak]

I cant believe im prefering dc titles to marvel. Hell I cant believe im reading green lantern and snoozing through avengers vs xmen.

I've never followed any DC, even as a kid, but so many people have said how great the new Animal Man is that I blind bought the trade. Will get to it eventually.

Marvel...that's what I read as a kid and sometimes I nostalgia and look at new stuff and it's just bleh. I hear the new "Wolverine and the X-Men" series is pretty good but I dunno if I'll actually buy it to find out.

 

[dream]

Does Rachel Rising get better? I read the first 3 issues because I really liked Strangers in Paradise and was surprised at how uninteresting it seemed.

 

[parrotbeak]

I dunno, I'll have to look at the first 3 issues again. I read the trade in one sitting and decided to sub.

 

[Maklershed]

Dat Arianny ...

NSFW

http://cdn1.sbnation.com/entry_photo_images/4366925/arianny-egotastic_large.jpg

 

[yacobod]

She got better fake boobies than Brittney.

 

[Heel]

I read Frankenstein in 1999, yikes.

I take it that's a no, then?

I was looking to give something by Philip K. Dick a try but not sure if that's anyone's cup of tea.

 

[dream]

I would rather not do science fiction fantasy but whatevs, let's just read shit instead of talking about how Dan Stevens got injured and had to be replaced by Chris Ward in the Jake Edson fight.

 

[Host Samurai]

Kenda>>Arianny>>Brittany

 

[parrotbeak]

I've liked movies based on Dick's work more than actually reading him.

I think TBC is looking the best of the three lately. Maybe it's the newlywed glow.

 

[Host Samurai]

 

[TheNatural]

Official song of BadMMA week next week:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YkADj0TPrJA

 

[bone_and_sinew]

I've liked movies based on Dick's work more than actually reading him.

Yep same here, I think he was born 30 years too early. Would've loved to see him be a screen-writer.

 

[Heel]

Never read PKD so couldn't weigh in one way or another, but wanted to give one of his books a try eventually. Leaning towards The Man in the High Castle.

Are we settled on Frankenstein, then? Fine by me.

 

[GungHo]

Who do you guys think would beat JBJ at heavyweight in 2012? Let's say he weighs in at 235.

I'd like to feed him to an array of brutes like Hong Man Choi, Bob Sapp, Bob Lashley, and Brock Lesnar. I don't care if they don't beat him... but they will break him and make him humble. And then send in Minowaman to sweep the leg before handing him to Overeem to be finished off. If he can beat Overeem, despite Overeem's dirty tricks like steroids and flaming, glass-encrusted hand wraps, Bones will be redeemed and be our hero once more.

Would you guys rather watch a guy that puts on exciting fights who loses sometimes or a boring fighter who keeps winning fights like Woodley does?

Exciting, of course. The problem is that people are afraid to lose their jobs if they don't keep winning. There are only so many entertaining losers that are kept around.

Do you guys purchase funny books in person, yes/no?

No. I buy TPBs on Amazon like a cheap bastard. I am really considering switching over to digital, though. And then my bookshelves will be empty except for roleplaying stuff.

He looks like a Munster version of Ken Shamrock.

 

[Maklershed]

Bellator signs Paul Daley

I take it that's a no, then?

I was looking to give something by Philip K. Dick a try but not sure if that's anyone's cup of tea.

Giving Dick a try for the first time can leave a bad taste in some people's mouths. In all seriousness though, I only read Do Android Dream of Electric Sheep. It was ok, nothing to write home about. And I tried The Man in the High Castle but couldn't get into it. Maybe I'll give it another try somewhere down the line.

 

[Heel]

Pretty decent Bad MMA on tap tonight.

Especially interested in Jungle Fight. Maybe Wallid will have some future Erick Silvas and Edson Barbozas in the wings.

Less interested in Jorge Santiago vs. Jay "Hey guys, I beat Kendall Grove" Silva + Titan FC's band of Bad MMA Lifers.

Official song of BadMMA week next week:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YkADj0TPrJA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wuvtoyVi7vY

Much more appropriate for these men caught in a desperate struggle.

I'd like to feed him to an array of brutes like Hong Man Choi, Bob Sapp, Bob Lashley, and Brock Lesnar. I don't care if they don't beat him... but they will break him and make him humble. And then send in Minowaman to sweep the leg before handing him to Overeem to be finished off. If he can beat Overeem, despite Overeem's dirty tricks like steroids and flaming, glass-encrusted hand wraps, Bones will be redeemed and be our hero once more.

I like the cut of your jib, friend. Stay a while.

 

[TheNatural]

Pretty decent Bad MMA on tap tonight.

Especially interested in Jungle Fight. Maybe Wallid will have some future Erick Silvas and Edson Barbozas in the wings.

Less interested in Jorge Santiago vs. Jay "Hey guys, I beat Kendall Grove" Silva + Titan FC's band of Bad MMA Lifers.



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wuvtoyVi7vY

Much more appropriate for these men caught in a desperate struggle.

Needs more air drum though.

You should tweet this to Nick Ring as his next intro, it would be epic.

BTW what movie is in this video? Looks GIF magnificent.

 

[Heel]

Bellator signs Paul Daley

Giving Dick a try for the first time can leave a bad taste in some people's mouths. In all seriousness though, I only read Do Android Dream of Electric Sheep. It was ok, nothing to write home about. And I tried The Man in the High Castle but couldn't get into it. Maybe I'll give it another try somewhere down the line.

I like how Bellator is filling out the brackets and making things a little more interesting. I'd love to see Daley knock Askren's head into the 2nd row.

Ah I guess I'll just give it a try eventually and see what's up. Doesn't look like a huge commitment as far as book length goes.

 

[parrotbeak]

Giving Dick a try for the first time can leave a bad taste in some people's mouths.

I read some of a short story collection thinking they might be easier to get through, but I don't remember anything. The Three Stigmata is something that I have always wanted to read but doubt I will ever actually.

 

[Host Samurai]

I love JDS and all, but does anybody think hes kinda worried about Overeem stylistically? Seems like he wants to avoid him like the plague.

http://espn.go.com/blog/mma/post/_/id/11987/jds-requests-blood-test-for-overeem-bout

 

[Maklershed]

Who wouldn't fear the Uberknee?

Needs more air drum though.

You should tweet this to Nick Ring as his next intro, it would be epic.

I can't click on the link here but based on your post I'll assume its a video for "Its Raining Men"

 

[TheNatural]

I can't click on the link here but based on your post I'll assume its a video for "Its Raining Men"

Phil Collins - Against All Odds

 

[Gr1mLock]

Never read PKD so couldn't weigh in one way or another, but wanted to give one of his books a try eventually. Leaning towards The Man in the High Castle.

Are we settled on Frankenstein, then? Fine by me.

Sure, considering I already read it, granted it was quite a few years ago.

 

[Heel]

BTW what movie is in this video? Looks GIF magnificent.

Against All Odds starring MMA-GAF legend Jeff Bridges.

 

[TheNatural]

Against All Odds starring MMA-GAF legend Jeff Bridges.

Nice. I've decided on my MMA summer theme though.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QzOPf4ygYk

YEAHHHHHHHH

 

[Heel]

Nice. I've decided on my MMA summer theme though.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QzOPf4ygYk

YEAHHHHHHHH

Very underrated Stallone. I'm almost afraid to go back and watch at this point, though.

 

[TheNatural]

Very underrated Stallone. I'm almost afraid to go back and watch at this point, though.

Im on it, Ill report back. Perfect Fathers Day movie too.

 

[ItAintEasyBeinCheesy]

Jesus, it's like Jim Carey's twin or something.

 

[Mitsurux]

I not a super MMA fan, but i've watched the sport for along time...

Is there a preference between the way the UFC selects fights when compared to Bellators Bracket system...

are MMA fans divided over something like this?

 

[TheNatural]

Im on it, Ill report back. Perfect Fathers Day movie too.

5 STARS!

A must watch, at least for the epic arm wrestler promos.

 

[Maklershed]

I not a super MMA fan, but i've watched the sport for along time...

Is there a preference between the way the UFC selects fights when compared to Bellators Bracket system...

are MMA fans divided over something like this?

I wouldn't mind seeing it in UFC and they're in the middle of it right now for the wee little guys to determine the first champion. I think the problem with it though .. which can definitely be seen recently with all the injuries or with the Strikeforce HW tournament .. is that its very easy to derail the tournament and make the victory sort of hollow. The Cormier/Barnett fight was fun to watch but at that point I don't think anyone at all gave a shit about it being the final fight of the Grand Prix.

 

[Dysun]

 

[op_ivy]

rich "christmas" franklin? beaten to the joke.

 

[dream]

I am ready.

 

[TheNatural]

Daley to Bellator

http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2012/6/15/3089940/paul-daley-signs-deal-with-bellator#storyjump

 

[sazabirules]

Daley to Bellator

http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2012/6/15/3089940/paul-daley-signs-deal-with-bellator#storyjump

Beaten twenty posts up.

 

[Heel]

I am ready.

I am ready too. Prefer physical books? Public domain ebooks are free.

 

[TheNatural]

Beaten twenty posts up.

Oh theres MMA in this thread? Though this was the senior citizens book club.

 

[ShaneB]

Well I was all pumped to watch Maynard/Guida card tonight. Confused myself and only realized just now when I got home that it isn't until next week.

Was out for dinner as well with coworkers and saw a Silva vs Franklin 2 poster. It still doesn't seem real.

 

[sazabirules]

Struve vs. Stipe is the Nottingham headliner. Bisping said he'd like to be on the Sept 1st card or fight in England for his return.

 

[TheNatural]

Struve vs. Stipe is the Nottingham headliner. Bisping said he'd like to be on the Sept 1st card or fight in England for his return.

......

 

[sazabirules]

......

It's a Fuel card. Who cares? It'll be a fun fight. Stipe is going to be great in the future and Struve has some skills despite his Schaub-like chin.

 

[TheNatural]

It's a Fuel card. Who cares? It'll be a fun fight. Stipe is going to be great in the future and Struve has some skills despite his Schaub-like chin.

Not much coverage for an up and comer like Stipe on a Fuel card, but whatever.