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“How [Not] to Visit a Japanese Hot Spring,” by Kat Joplin

Jan 28th, 2026 | By

Advice from a Seasoned Professional My first time living in Japan—properly living, not touristing—was in a small town called Nakatsu, Oita Prefecture, where I worked as a middle school English teacher. Every city and region in Japan has one or more local claims-to-fame, and in Nakatsu’s case those specialties were fried chicken, eel, getting shit-faced

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“Not All Llama Urine Supplements Are the Same!” by Robert Philen

Jan 21st, 2026 | By

Don’t be fooled by low-grade substitutes from feedlot urine mills. Feel the difference pure LlamaLift capsules can make. 

You demand peak performance in every area of your life. Your camelid nutraceuticals should meet those same high standards. 



“McRueful’s – Where Every Night is Ladies’ Night!” by L. L. Babb

Jan 14th, 2026 | By

NIBBLES
Assorted artisanal one-night stands sourced from local colleges (guaranteed 18 and over)
Grilled weekend warrior salad with a bad boy vinaigrette and Kawasaki fumes
Married co-worker aspic on a wilted marital bed



“Flamingos,” by Mason Whitfield

Jan 11th, 2026 | By

For your Sunday enjoyment… a comic!



“Rejection Blues,” by Michael Pauchet

Jan 7th, 2026 | By

So there you are, all positive vibes. Telling yourself today’s the day, carpe diem. Open your email, all bated breath, and there it is—your umpteenth rejection. Now, some anonymous assistant to the assistant editor has knocked your dick in the dirt. It’s another existential crisis.