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Learn to Fly Day and Open House at Bergstrom Aircraft on Saturday

Paul Drake — Tue, 14 May 2013 23:30:38 +0000

Bergstrom Aircraft invites you to their annual Learn to Fly Day – this Saturday, May 18th from 8am to 5pm. Bergstrom Flight Pros (aka Certified Flight Instructors) will be on hand to answer questions and give flights and introductory flight lessons at special rates. You can also take facility and aircraft tours, ground instruction, free [...]

Solar-Powered Airplane Making Trip from California to New York Without One Drop of Fuel

Miki Harvey — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 08:53:29 +0000

Solar Impulse is the most advanced solar-powered plane in the world. It is scheduled to make a trip across the United States this summer.

The plane will leave the California NASA Ames Research Center in May and make New York’

Check Out The New "Elio" The Car Of The Future

Greg DeLange — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 14:24:05 +0000

When I first noticed this ad I thought ((ehhh)) just another odd looking car. After checking out the stats I was impressed! 84 mpg- It gets 84 miles to the gallon on the highway. 8-Gallon Tank -It can go 672 miles Only $6,800 – That’s about what you would pay for an outboard motor to [...]

Facebook Fad, What does the Two Pink Lines on a Red Background Mean

Gaylord Focker — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 15:45:51 +0000

Today I woke up as usual and went straight to Facebook to see how the world had changed overnight. Well other than a few memes and some tired parents the world stayed pretty much the same, except for a new logo I hadn't ever seen popping up as a few new profile photos.

What is Better: Mac or PC? [POLL]

Faith Martin — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 15:34:51 +0000

I've noticed recently that people that use a Mac laptop, will never go back to a PC. Some people say they'll never use a Mac.

What do you say?

Killer Robots! Watch This Impressive New 'DARPA Legged Squad Support System LS3!'

Faith Martin — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 20:39:26 +0000

I saw a post about this on facebook today and it is impressive!

Pretty weird right?

Comicon Brings Out the Sexy Nerd in Greg

Greg DeLange — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 16:39:16 +0000

Comic-Con International: San Diego returns to the San Diego Convention Center Thursday, July 18 through Sunday, July 20. 2013 marks the 44th year for the show, making it the country’s longest continuously-run comics and popular art convention.Think about it, Thousands of nerdy guys and a handful of hot space babes! I just may have a shot. Why? because I have awesome Nerdy Pick Up Lines!

New HAPIfork ($99) Tracks Mouthfulls to Slow Your Snout Down!

Woody — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 21:05:56 +0000

Would you pay $99 for an electronic fork?

See Faith Martin's Horrifying 'Before' + Stunning 'After' Photos From Laser Resurfacing Treatment!

Faith Martin — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 21:12:35 +0000

Now days there are all kinds of procedures available that claim to have benefits for your skin and appearance. I’ve been pretty lacking in the past as far as good skin regimen goes… I’ve never put much energy into product or services. And I have never been good at using sunscreen or anything and my [...]

Roku TV Boxes Are Awesome! Here's Everything You Want to Know

Greg DeLange — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 17:15:44 +0000

If you've been listening to me on air, you know that I got a Roku as a gift for Christmas and I LOVE it!

I get to stream over 600 channels and watch them on my television. There are also ways to stream music! After I talk on the air,

Gun Safety is Now a Big Priority at My House

Paul Drake — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 22:12:01 +0000

A few months ago my father-in-law asked me if I would like his old hunting rifles and shotguns. I thought about it for a moment and decided that yes, I would be honored to take them. He delivered them to the house on Christmas day. Three 20 gauge shotguns and three rifles – .22, .308, [...]

I Want This Flying Superman RC! Isn't It the Coolest Thing You've Ever Seen? [VIDEO]

Greg DeLange — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 16:42:39 +0000

You know I'm a big fan of Superman. I can't wait for the new movie and if anybody has a full-body suit out there they're thinking of returning to Santa, just drop it by the studio instead! So you can understand my excitement when I stumbled upon this video! Apparently passersby thought he might be the REAL THING! If you want something bad enough, you might just will it so.

Holiday Travel 2012 – Track Airplanes in Real Time With This App

Stacy Lee — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 15:56:12 +0000

According to AAA the next 3 days are going to be the most traveled days of the holiday season. 93 million people will take planes trains and automobiles to get to their destinations. My husband found an amazing website that lets you track flights in real time.The site is called FlightAware just type in the [...]

Best Dad Ever Sends Toy Train Into Space

Emerald Catron — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 15:50:04 +0000

We assumed this guy was the world’s worst dad for taking his son’s favorite toy and launching it into space. But it turns out he could track it using GPS so that it wouldn’t be lost forever, and he is actually the coolest dad on earth because now his kid has a video of his [...]

Best Twitter Reactions to the New iPhone 5

Emerald Catron — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 13:15:37 +0000

So Apple is releasing a new iPhone (again). It’s thinner, lighter, bigger and faster. It comes with headphones that might actually fit your ears. It fits in your hand. It also possesses the ability to explode the Twitterverse. Here’s what people are saying. Can’t wait for the new iPhone 5.I’ve had this mint condition, perfectly [...]

Scientists Hack Brain

Greg DeLange — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 15:26:46 +0000

Berkeley scientists have managed to successfully "hack" information out of people's minds.

They did this by using a device that is called Emotiv.

Individuals were hooked to the device and monitored with scans. Scientists would then show the subjects images of things like banks a

Dominos Wants You To Design Their Next Pizza Delivery Wagon!

Big Bear — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 22:29:56 +0000

So the future could include your design of a new pizza delivery vehicle for Dominos Pizza! Dominos has teamed up with car manufacturer that builds delivery vehicles and their team of on-line community of car designers are looking for the next big idea! So if you are pretty good at art and you have a concept that you think might work for Dominos you could win some cash! Like $50,000 in cash and thats no pizza! There are several design competitions, including exterior, packaging, interior and surfacing

Do You Feel Naked Without Your Smart Phone? [POLL]

Paul Drake — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 18:02:37 +0000

What’s worse than losing your car keys? Your smart phone! Or in my case going to work without it today. This almost NEVER happens.I realized today that I have a problem: I’m addicted to being connected. Do you feel lost without your cell phone? [button href="http://1027kord.com/vip/q-and-a/polls/do-you-feel-lost-without-your-cell-phone/" title="Tell me here" align="center"]

9 Great Gadgets To Simplify Your Life? – Not Mine, Bub!

Chuck Hall — Tue, 26 Jun 2012 13:02:18 +0000

Do I really need something electronic to make my life go smoother?

Author Ray Bradbury Dies

Greg DeLange — Wed, 06 Jun 2012 17:18:02 +0000

Writer Ray Bradbury died Tuesday night at the age of 91 in his Los Angeles home. Bradbury is perhaps best known for his book Fahrenheit 451, a novel depicting a dystopian future where books are outlawed. Bradbury’s works ranged from comedy to drama. He covered everything, and cannot be pigeonholed as merely a Sci-Fi writer. In 2009 [...]