How I Stalk ShopRite Smokers on Break and Other Scary Tales

[The Evil Dr. Longshadow]

6 minutes ago, scoobdog said:

You guys are completely missing the point here.  He's telling us that bullshit story about fences and smoking employees to distract us from the face he really wants to steal that backpack and the mostly empty bottles of iced tea.

What's in that backpack, @The Evil Dr. Longshadow?

You mean the one I brought there?

[scoobdog]

1 minute ago, The Evil Dr. Longshadow said:

You mean the one I brought there?

Sure, Kenna, it's your bag and your tea. 

[André Toulon]

Oh, so that's where the oxygen tank is.

[The Evil Dr. Longshadow]

12 minutes ago, scoobdog said:

Sure, Kenna, it's your bag and your tea. 

I barely go anyplace without a bag or a backpack.

[scoobdog]

2 minutes ago, The Evil Dr. Longshadow said:

I barely go anyplace without a bag or a backpack.

That way no one gets suspicious when you walk away with another backpack.

[PenguinBoss]

Why don't you ask Google if cigarette smoke smells and show us the AI answer? That seems to be your preferred way of providing proof these days.

Weird that you're shifting to anecdotal evidence for this in particular, but can't for the life of me figure out why.

[The Evil Dr. Longshadow]

1 minute ago, PenguinBoss said:

Why don't you ask Google if cigarette smoke smells and show us the AI answer? That seems to be your preferred way of providing proof these days.

Weird that you're shifting to anecdotal evidence for this in particular, but can't for the life of me figure out why.

Actually, it seemed to be your own preference, right up to the part where it stopped being an echo chamber for you.

[Insipid]

4 minutes ago, PenguinBoss said:

Why don't you ask Google if cigarette smoke smells and show us the AI answer? That seems to be your preferred way of providing proof these days.

Weird that you're shifting to anecdotal evidence for this in particular, but can't for the life of me figure out why.

I used my ChatGPT Plus account:

 

"Cigarette smoke definitely has a strong smell, caused by thousands of chemicals like nicotine, tar, and volatile organic compounds. Nonsmokers notice it intensely because they aren’t desensitized, and the sticky, aromatic compounds cling to clothes, hair, and surfaces, making the odor persistent. Smokers, however, often claim it has little or no smell because of olfactory adaptation (nose fatigue), positive associations with nicotine, and cognitive bias. Over time, their brains filter out the odor, so they stop noticing what others find overpowering.

When some smokers say cigarettes are a “conditioned response” and that people only notice the smell when they see smoke, they’re referencing behavioral conditioning and cross-modal perception. Smoking becomes linked to specific cues—like stress or coffee—so the act feels habitual rather than sensory. Because smokers’ sense of smell dulls over time, visual cues often dominate their awareness. While the odor is always present, their brain only gives it attention when other signals—like sight—reinforce it."

 

FAKE WOKE AI HORSESHIT

[The Evil Dr. Longshadow]

2 minutes ago, Insipid said:

I used my ChatGPT Plus account:

 

"Cigarette smoke definitely has a strong smell, caused by thousands of chemicals like nicotine, tar, and volatile organic compounds. Nonsmokers notice it intensely because they aren’t desensitized, and the sticky, aromatic compounds cling to clothes, hair, and surfaces, making the odor persistent. Smokers, however, often claim it has little or no smell because of olfactory adaptation (nose fatigue), positive associations with nicotine, and cognitive bias. Over time, their brains filter out the odor, so they stop noticing what others find overpowering.

When some smokers say cigarettes are a “conditioned response” and that people only notice the smell when they see smoke, they’re referencing behavioral conditioning and cross-modal perception. Smoking becomes linked to specific cues—like stress or coffee—so the act feels habitual rather than sensory. Because smokers’ sense of smell dulls over time, visual cues often dominate their awareness. While the odor is always present, their brain only gives it attention when other signals—like sight—reinforce it."

 

FAKE WOKE AI HORSESHIT

Have you tried being a writer for Stephen King?

[1pooh4u]

9 minutes ago, The Evil Dr. Longshadow said:

Actually, it seemed to be your own preference, right up to the part where it stopped being an echo chamber for you.

It was never an echo chamber.  An echo chamber isn’t anything that proves you wrong and when you did use it, it didn’t prove you right. You’re just a hypocrite who decided to use something they criticized previously to prove someone didn’t say they weren’t doing something but you didn’t even prove that. 

[Insipid]

3 minutes ago, 1pooh4u said:

It was never an echo chamber.  An echo chamber isn’t anything that proves you wrong and when you did use it, it didn’t prove you right. You’re just a hypocrite who decided to use something they criticized previously to prove someone didn’t say they weren’t doing something but you didn’t even prove that. 

I think we know why he stopped posting AI slop . . . because it didn't give him the answers he wanted when he fed it his special brand of bullshit.

[PenguinBoss]

15 minutes ago, The Evil Dr. Longshadow said:

Actually, it seemed to be your own preference, right up to the part where it stopped being an echo chamber for you.

Yeah, that wasn't me, dumbass.

Boy, "cigarette smoke doesn't stink" and "I can't tell the difference between people" on the same day. If you're bringing back all the greatest hits, be sure to incorrectly draw a circuit on an old dirty napkin, too.

[The Evil Dr. Longshadow]

7 minutes ago, Insipid said:

I think we know why he stopped posting AI slop . . . because it didn't give him the answers he wanted when he fed it his special brand of bullshit.

 

[Insipid]

7 minutes ago, The Evil Dr. Longshadow said:

 

Sounds just like Trump's response to the Epstein files. 😈

[André Toulon]

Interrupting people on their smoke break is mingling to him. It just doesn....

Wait a minute, why ARE you in the shoprite smoking break area?

Lmfao, when the union dropped you, that's the only place that would hire you...its all coming together. 

[André Toulon]

Holy fuck, its his path to work every day.... it makes perfect sense and I just ignored it. Wait, where's his address, I know its still on my comp at home...bet that shit is on the next block.

Bros entire life happens within the confines of a Call of Duty stage map

Edited 8 hours ago by André Toulon

[1pooh4u]

31 minutes ago, Insipid said:

I think we know why he stopped posting AI slop . . . because it didn't give him the answers he wanted when he fed it his special brand of bullshit.

“Waaahhh! I can’t make the machines agree with me, no matter how hard I try!”

                   -Packard on AI as a research tool 

[naraku360]

44 minutes ago, Insipid said:

I used my ChatGPT Plus account:

 

"Cigarette smoke definitely has a strong smell, caused by thousands of chemicals like nicotine, tar, and volatile organic compounds. Nonsmokers notice it intensely because they aren’t desensitized, and the sticky, aromatic compounds cling to clothes, hair, and surfaces, making the odor persistent. Smokers, however, often claim it has little or no smell because of olfactory adaptation (nose fatigue), positive associations with nicotine, and cognitive bias. Over time, their brains filter out the odor, so they stop noticing what others find overpowering.

When some smokers say cigarettes are a “conditioned response” and that people only notice the smell when they see smoke, they’re referencing behavioral conditioning and cross-modal perception. Smoking becomes linked to specific cues—like stress or coffee—so the act feels habitual rather than sensory. Because smokers’ sense of smell dulls over time, visual cues often dominate their awareness. While the odor is always present, their brain only gives it attention when other signals—like sight—reinforce it."

 

FAKE WOKE AI HORSESHIT

Wait....

Cracktard isn't the only dumb bitch too stupid to understand that smoke has a smell?

Like, is this common enough to warrant a full explanation, or was it responding to context clues?

[naraku360]

34 minutes ago, The Evil Dr. Longshadow said:

 

"Searches won't give me the answers I want so the answers are illegitimate."

[Insipid]

1 minute ago, naraku360 said:

Wait....

Cracktard isn't the only dumb bitch too stupid to understand that smoke has a smell?

Like, is this common enough to warrant a full explanation, or was it responding to context clues?

I gave it prompts like "there seems to be certain types of smokers who believe cigarette smoke does not smell and it is merely a conditioned response." At the end, I told it to shorten our conversation down to two paragraphs. I suppose Packard is not alone in thinking that way though.

[discolé monade]

2 hours ago, The Evil Dr. Longshadow said:

As though they're not supposed to talk...

not to fucking rando gooches coming up during their minimal break. 

[Insipid]

It's stuff like that that makes me said about the state of American infrastruction. There should be more walkable places with affordable housing.

I almost pity Packard, but he's too much of a shithead.

[naraku360]

2 minutes ago, Insipid said:

It's stuff like that that makes me said about the state of American infrastruction. There should be more walkable places with affordable housing.

I almost pity Packard, but he's too much of a shithead.

Pretty sure this has more to do with a lack of curiosity toward the world than infrastructure....

[[classic swim]]

I’m going to call that Shoprite in NJ to warn them about your serial killer behavior.

[discolé monade]

there it is. 

right thread.

*ahem*

[The Evil Dr. Longshadow]

2 hours ago, scoobdog said:

Why the hell are you running to the Dollar Tree?  Was there a wallet full of singles in that backpack you stole?

That's hardly running.  It's the walking pace of any normal person.

[The Evil Dr. Longshadow]

29 minutes ago, Insipid said:

It's stuff like that that makes me said about the state of American infrastruction. There should be more walkable places with affordable housing.

I almost pity Packard, but he's too much of a shithead.

It's definately walkable.  You never walked across a parlking lot?

[The Evil Dr. Longshadow]

54 minutes ago, André Toulon said:

Interrupting people on their smoke break is mingling to him. It just doesn....

Wait a minute, why ARE you in the shoprite smoking break area?

Lmfao, when the union dropped you, that's the only place that would hire you...its all coming together. 

I resigned.  Nobody "dropped" me.

Second, that smoking area is the only outdoor table.  When I buy lunch at Shoprite, that's where I end up sitting.

Third, nobody was "interrupted".  They saw me sitting there, started talking and as usual with most people, the conversation meanders.  I've been doing the same thing every week since my chiroprsctor moved his office to a place close to there.  So, the employees know me by now.

[The Evil Dr. Longshadow]

55 minutes ago, 1pooh4u said:

“Waaahhh! I can’t make the machines agree with me, no matter how hard I try!”

                   -Packard on AI as a research tool 

Who writes the shit for the machine?

Garbage in, garbage out.

Edited 7 hours ago by The Evil Dr. Longshadow

[Insipid]

10 minutes ago, The Evil Dr. Longshadow said:

It's definately walkable.  You never walked across a parlking lot?

I'm obviously referring to the scope of walkability. If you can afford it, go to Japan and see what I mean. You don't need to speak Japanese.

[The Evil Dr. Longshadow]

1 minute ago, Insipid said:

I'm obviously referring to the scope of walkability. If you can afford it, go to Japan and see what I mean. You don't need to speak Japanese.

Explain your "scope".  It's not a terrain issue.

[Insipid]

3 minutes ago, The Evil Dr. Longshadow said:

Explain your "scope".  It's not a terrain issue.

Man, I don't feel like doing this. I guess naraku was right; the problem with you isn't the infrastructure but your lack of curiosity in the greater world.

[The Evil Dr. Longshadow]

3 minutes ago, Insipid said:

Man, I don't feel like doing this. I guess naraku was right; the problem with you isn't the infrastructure but your lack of curiosity in the greater world.

A guy who has been to Texas, Florida, Washington DC, Pennsylvania, Colorado, Montana, Manhattan, Delaware, Upstate New York... and spent two years residing in California has a small scope?  

 

[1pooh4u]

😆

[Insipid]

1 minute ago, The Evil Dr. Longshadow said:

A guy who has been to Texas, Florida, Washington DC, Pennsylvania, Colorado, Montana, Manhattan, Delaware, Upstate New York... and spent two years residing in California has a small scope?  

 

Touched a nerve.

I specifically said "scope of walkability." The only place in the US that can compare to "Japan's scope of walkability" is NYC. And it really doesn't and shouldn't have to be like this.

[1pooh4u]

Just now, Insipid said:

Touched a nerve.

I specifically said "scope of walkability." The only place in the US that can compare to "Japan's scope of walkability" is NYC. And it really doesn't and shouldn't have to be like this.

This country makes neighborhoods around cars instead of people. We have free parking and out of control rents and housing prices. It’s ass backwards. 

[The Evil Dr. Longshadow]

12 minutes ago, 1pooh4u said:

😆

As for walking, I can very easily go from Cardiff Plaza to Autobahn in Northfield.

If you're just zooming by in a car, you're going to miss a lot along the way.

Edited 7 hours ago by The Evil Dr. Longshadow

[The Evil Dr. Longshadow]

3 minutes ago, Insipid said:

Touched a nerve.

I specifically said "scope of walkability." The only place in the US that can compare to "Japan's scope of walkability" is NYC. And it really doesn't and shouldn't have to be like this.

Are you saying walking is more difficult here than in Japan or NYC?

[1pooh4u]

3 minutes ago, The Evil Dr. Longshadow said:

As for walking, I can very easily go from Cardiff Plaza to Autibahn in Northfield.

If you're just zooming by in a car, you're going to miss a lot along the way.

😆

[1pooh4u]

 

[The Evil Dr. Longshadow]

4 minutes ago, 1pooh4u said:

This country makes neighborhoods around cars instead of people. We have free parking and out of control rents and housing prices. It’s ass backwards. 

The rents are only high because landlords have very high overrhread.  You might give your landlord $1,500 a month, but if anything goes wrong with the boiler, it could be a $2,000 repair job and he just loses that month's rent and part of next month's rent.

[Insipid]

6 minutes ago, The Evil Dr. Longshadow said:

Are you saying walking is more difficult here than in Japan or NYC?

Outside a very small area compared to the walkable areas in Japan and NYC, yes.

[The Evil Dr. Longshadow]

5 minutes ago, Insipid said:

Outside a very small area compared to the walkable areas in Japan and NYC, yes.

I guess that depends on your personal definition of walkable.

[1pooh4u]

7 minutes ago, The Evil Dr. Longshadow said:

The rents are only high because landlords have very high overrhread.  You might give your landlord $1,500 a month, but if anything goes wrong with the boiler, it could be a $2,000 repair job and he just loses that month's rent and part of next month's rent.

[1pooh4u]

A city is considered "walkable" when its design and infrastructure make it easy, safe, convenient, and enjoyable for people to travel on foot to meet their daily needs and for recreation. It's not just about having sidewalks; it's about a holistic approach to urban planning that prioritizes pedestrians.
Here are the key factors that contribute to a city's walkability:
1. Proximity to Destinations (Mixed-Use Development):
 * Density: A higher concentration of people, buildings, and street life ensures that more destinations are within walkable distances.
 * Diversity of Land Use: The presence of a variety of amenities like shops, restaurants, schools, parks, healthcare facilities, and workplaces within a short walking distance (often cited as a 10-15 minute walk, or about 0.5 to 1 mile). This reduces the need for a car for daily errands.
2. Pedestrian Infrastructure (Quality and Connectivity):
 * Sidewalks/Footpaths: The presence, quality, width, and continuity of sidewalks are crucial. They should be well-maintained, even, and free of obstructions.
 * Street Network: A well-connected street grid with frequent intersections and smaller block lengths makes it easier to navigate and offers multiple routes, shortening distances.
 * Crosswalks and Traffic Calming: Safe and clearly marked pedestrian crossings, along with measures to slow down vehicle traffic (e.g., narrower streets, speed bumps), are essential for safety.
 * Lighting: Well-lit streets and pathways enhance safety and comfort, especially at night.
 * Shade and Green Spaces: Trees and green areas provide comfort, especially in hot climates, and improve the aesthetic appeal of the walk.
3. Safety and Comfort:
 * Traffic Safety: Low vehicle speeds, separation of pedestrians from high-speed traffic (e.g., buffered sidewalks), and safe crossing opportunities.
 * Personal Safety: Perceived safety from crime, which can be influenced by good lighting, active street fronts, and a sense of "eyes on the street."
 * Visual Appeal: Attractive storefronts, public art, well-maintained buildings, and a lack of large blank walls make a walk more enjoyable and interesting.
 * Accessibility: Features like curb cuts and ramps ensure walkability for people of all abilities, including those with disabilities, parents with strollers, etc.
4. Public Transit Integration:
 * Connectivity: Walkable areas often have good connections to public transportation, allowing people to combine walking with transit for longer journeys, further reducing car dependency.
How is Walkability Decided/Measured?
Walkability is assessed through a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods:
 * Walk Score: This is a widely known quantitative metric that assigns a score (0-100) to any address based on its proximity to various amenities (e.g., grocery stores, restaurants, schools, parks). It considers walking routes, block length, and intersection density. While useful, it doesn't always fully account for subjective factors like comfort, safety, or aesthetic appeal.
 * National Walkability Indexes: Organizations like the U.S. EPA develop national indices that rank areas based on factors like density, diversity of land uses, and proximity to transit.
 * Urban Planning Assessments: City planners and researchers use various metrics and surveys to evaluate walkability, including:
   * Intersection density: More intersections generally indicate a more connected street network.
   * Population and employment density: Higher densities typically mean more destinations are closer together.
   * Sidewalk coverage and condition: Assessing the extent and quality of pedestrian infrastructure.
   * Mix of land uses: Analyzing the variety of destinations within a given radius.
   * Pedestrian accident data: Objective measure of traffic safety for pedestrians.
   * Perceived safety surveys: Gathering feedback from residents on how safe and comfortable they feel walking.
 * "15-Minute City" Concept: This urban planning idea emphasizes that essential services and amenities should be accessible within a 15-minute walk or bike ride from residents' homes, effectively promoting highly walkable and livable neighborhoods.
Ultimately, a truly walkable city is one where walking is not just an option, but often the preferred and most convenient way to get around, contributing to public health, environmental sustainability, and a vibrant community life.
 
*answer provided and researched by Gemini AI 

[The Evil Dr. Longshadow]

1 minute ago, 1pooh4u said:

Buy a new refrigerator and imagine having to buy and keep twenty of them in storage, ready for each of twenty tenants asking for replacement.

[The Evil Dr. Longshadow]

1 minute ago, 1pooh4u said:

A city is considered "walkable" when its design and infrastructure make it easy, safe, convenient, and enjoyable for people to travel on foot to meet their daily needs and for recreation. It's not just about having sidewalks; it's about a holistic approach to urban planning that prioritizes pedestrians.
Here are the key factors that contribute to a city's walkability:
1. Proximity to Destinations (Mixed-Use Development):
 * Density: A higher concentration of people, buildings, and street life ensures that more destinations are within walkable distances.
 * Diversity of Land Use: The presence of a variety of amenities like shops, restaurants, schools, parks, healthcare facilities, and workplaces within a short walking distance (often cited as a 10-15 minute walk, or about 0.5 to 1 mile). This reduces the need for a car for daily errands.
2. Pedestrian Infrastructure (Quality and Connectivity):
 * Sidewalks/Footpaths: The presence, quality, width, and continuity of sidewalks are crucial. They should be well-maintained, even, and free of obstructions.
 * Street Network: A well-connected street grid with frequent intersections and smaller block lengths makes it easier to navigate and offers multiple routes, shortening distances.
 * Crosswalks and Traffic Calming: Safe and clearly marked pedestrian crossings, along with measures to slow down vehicle traffic (e.g., narrower streets, speed bumps), are essential for safety.
 * Lighting: Well-lit streets and pathways enhance safety and comfort, especially at night.
 * Shade and Green Spaces: Trees and green areas provide comfort, especially in hot climates, and improve the aesthetic appeal of the walk.
3. Safety and Comfort:
 * Traffic Safety: Low vehicle speeds, separation of pedestrians from high-speed traffic (e.g., buffered sidewalks), and safe crossing opportunities.
 * Personal Safety: Perceived safety from crime, which can be influenced by good lighting, active street fronts, and a sense of "eyes on the street."
 * Visual Appeal: Attractive storefronts, public art, well-maintained buildings, and a lack of large blank walls make a walk more enjoyable and interesting.
 * Accessibility: Features like curb cuts and ramps ensure walkability for people of all abilities, including those with disabilities, parents with strollers, etc.
4. Public Transit Integration:
 * Connectivity: Walkable areas often have good connections to public transportation, allowing people to combine walking with transit for longer journeys, further reducing car dependency.
How is Walkability Decided/Measured?
Walkability is assessed through a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods:
 * Walk Score: This is a widely known quantitative metric that assigns a score (0-100) to any address based on its proximity to various amenities (e.g., grocery stores, restaurants, schools, parks). It considers walking routes, block length, and intersection density. While useful, it doesn't always fully account for subjective factors like comfort, safety, or aesthetic appeal.
 * National Walkability Indexes: Organizations like the U.S. EPA develop national indices that rank areas based on factors like density, diversity of land uses, and proximity to transit.
 * Urban Planning Assessments: City planners and researchers use various metrics and surveys to evaluate walkability, including:
   * Intersection density: More intersections generally indicate a more connected street network.
   * Population and employment density: Higher densities typically mean more destinations are closer together.
   * Sidewalk coverage and condition: Assessing the extent and quality of pedestrian infrastructure.
   * Mix of land uses: Analyzing the variety of destinations within a given radius.
   * Pedestrian accident data: Objective measure of traffic safety for pedestrians.
   * Perceived safety surveys: Gathering feedback from residents on how safe and comfortable they feel walking.
 * "15-Minute City" Concept: This urban planning idea emphasizes that essential services and amenities should be accessible within a 15-minute walk or bike ride from residents' homes, effectively promoting highly walkable and livable neighborhoods.
Ultimately, a truly walkable city is one where walking is not just an option, but often the preferred and most convenient way to get around, contributing to public health, environmental sustainability, and a vibrant community life.
 
*answer provided and researched by Gemini AI 

Boy, you're such a crybaby.  You demand far too much out of your state, county and municipal government.

 

[1pooh4u]

Idk where you’re living where a landlord has to replace refrigerators. That’s an exception not a rule. Example section 8, and public housing might but usually a landlord doesn’t have to replace a refrigerator 

[André Toulon]

31 minutes ago, The Evil Dr. Longshadow said:

A guy who has been to Texas, Florida, Washington DC, Pennsylvania, Colorado, Montana, Manhattan, Delaware, Upstate New York... and spent two years residing in California has a small scope?  

 

Bro...you're literally proving my point

[1pooh4u]

1 minute ago, The Evil Dr. Longshadow said:

Boy, you're such a crybaby.  You demand far too much out of your state, county and municipal government.

 

You’re so unbelievably ignorant. These are not my definitions you drooling imbecile. You’re such a disgusting, disgraceful boot licker.  You like getting fucked by your government and asking them for nothing. You are a waste of flesh. Seriously.