Archive for 2025

The Placebo Meadows Lectures: Series 3,” by Stan Dryer

Jul 9th, 2025 | By

Here at Placebo Meadows we believe that no matter how old you are, you should always be willing to participate in the joy of learning. With that thought in mind, we are pleased to announce this year’s lectures. Dates will be announced in the near future.



“A Special Presentation at the Annual Meeting of the New England Agatha Christie Fan Club,” by Max Kesselheim

Jul 2nd, 2025 | By

My dear fellow members of the Agatha Christie fan club, as club President, I speak to you today in a time of intense sadness for our organization. It has now been two weeks since our newest member, my dear friend Fred, has died, and unfortunately, the police are no closer to cracking his case. His death remains an enigma, no matter how many times I visit his grave, no matter how many times I unearth his casket, and no matter how many times I interrogate him.



“The Pros and Cons of Stars,” by Daniel Hudon

Jun 25th, 2025 | By

Pro: They have mastered the art of shining in the dark.
Con: They can’t be bothered to shine in the daytime unless you’re really close to one.



“Crocodile and the Tooth Fairy,” by Mason Whitfield

Jun 22nd, 2025 | By

For your Sunday enjoyment… a comic!



“Never-Exerciser To Elite Marathoner In Two Weeks Thanks To My Motorized Foot-Mover,” by Tobi Pledger

Jun 18th, 2025 | By

Two weeks of training on my LegXercise Ellipse motorized under-desk foot-mover transformed me from a never-exerciser into an elite marathoner. The Ellipse (as seen on TV every three minutes) is a high-tech, passive exercise machine that moves your feet forward and backward while you sit.

Active Running is outdated. It’s what cavemen did to escape a nagging mate.