The End: A journey through America's doomsday obsession

lyndonguitar · Dec 19, 2012

Just wanted to share with you guys,

as Dec. 21, 2012 draws near, the "supposed doomsday", I think this might be a good read. although I'm not from america, I think the article still kinda applies to the whole world.

http://www.theverge.com/2012/12/17/3764148/the-end-journey-through-americas-doomsday-2012-obsession

What do you think?

NinkobEi · Dec 19, 2012

Isn't it kind of a coincidence that it's on a Friday? I mean, that way people can take off work and party and not care about Saturday. Ah, there should be plenty of regretful decisions made and I hope to get in on some!

HossHuge · Dec 19, 2012

The people who think the world is going to end on Friday are retards.

And even if it does end, WTF are you going to do about it?

lyndonguitar · Dec 19, 2012

HossHuge said:
The people who think the world is going to end on Friday are retards.

And even if it does end, WTF are you going to do about it?

I don't believe it myself, but its still an interesting topic to discuss about.

Aquinus · Dec 19, 2012

HossHuge said:
The people who think the world is going to end on Friday are retards.

And even if it does end, WTF are you going to do about it?

Not that I think the world is going to end, but I do think you need to tone it down a bit. There is no need to insult people who are superstitious, regardless of how absurd you think it is.

a_ump · Dec 20, 2012

HossHuge said:
The people who think the world is going to end on Friday are retards.

And even if it does end, WTF are you going to do about it?

Aquinus said:
Not that I think the world is going to end, but I do think you need to tone it down a bit. There is no need to insult people who are superstitious, regardless of how absurd you think it is.

Personally there's nothing wrong with a "WTF" imo as it is a valid point. There's nothing any individual can do about it, so to worry is a moot point. it can be discussed as i do find it intriguing to hear people's ideas.

HossHuge · Dec 20, 2012

lyndonguitar said:
I don't believe it myself, but its still an interesting topic to discuss about.

Dude, I think it's interesting as well. I even started a different thread about.

It's interesting to me that people believe it. Are these the same people that believe in unicorns and dragons?

Aquinus said:
Not that I think the world is going to end, but I do think you need to tone it down a bit. There is no need to insult people who are superstitious, regardless of how absurd you think it is.

If I think it's retarded then that's my opinion. IF I try and stopped them from doing it then I can understand if you had a problem.

For example, I think golf is stupid. Chasing a ball around a huge field and trying to put it into a small hole is not my idea of fun. If you like it though, knock yourself out!

I really wouldn't call this a superstition.

a_ump said:
Personally there's nothing wrong with a "WTF" imo as it is a valid point. There's nothing any individual can do about it, so to worry is a moot point. it can be discussed as i do find it intriguing to hear people's ideas.

Right. If it's the end of the world, It's not like you can stock up on batteries, water and food..... :roll:

qubit · Dec 20, 2012

Oh, the world is definitely gonna end. Just keep injecting those drugs, lol.

Aquinus · Dec 20, 2012

HossHuge said:
If I think it's retarded then that's my opinion.

No no no, that isn't what you said. You said that the people who believe it are retarded, not that that what they believe is retarded and that is what is inappropriate. You can say WTF as long as you like, but labeling people isn't going to help make your point across without potentially pissing someone off, and that is why I mentioned it.

HossHuge said:
The people who think the world is going to end on Friday are retards.

HossHuge said:
Right. If it's the end of the world, It's not like you can stock up on batteries, water and food.....

You could do all the things you wanted to do before the world ended. It isn't all about getting ready to try and survive it, but rather being prepared to be able to watch your impending doom come right before your eyes.

a_ump · Dec 20, 2012

probably be the highlight of everyone's life, i'll be watching tomorrow, on my porch with a smoke, beer, and pancakes with peanut butter

m1dg3t · Dec 20, 2012

People who live in fear are easily controlled/manipulated.

Keep buying those supplies

Disparia · Dec 20, 2012

Almost here! Doomsday means a better life for many of us.

Inceptor · Dec 20, 2012

Aquinus said:
No no no, that isn't what you said. You said that the people who believe it are retarded, not that that what they believe is retarded and that is what is inappropriate. You can say WTF as long as you like, but labeling people isn't going to help make your point across without potentially pissing someone off, and that is why I mentioned it.

I think he was trying to say that what they believe is retarded. And, by extension, saying that says something disparaging about the analytical ability of said people; it's unavoidable. Either way, people who believe such things are not thinking as clearly and as rationally as they could be, regardless of whether they appear to be.
'Retarded' is a bit harsh, but then, this isn't a diplomatic forum.

mrw1986 · Dec 20, 2012

Considering it's already 12/21 in some countries I think it's safe to say the world is not ending.

Tatty_Two · Dec 20, 2012

mrw1986 said:
Considering it's already 12/21 in some countries I think it's safe to say the world is not ending.

No it has to be GMT.... it's the only "True" time..... anyone thought that those predicting this had a completely different calender and concept of time? Ohhhh and at least there is a one in seven chance that it will be a Friday..... whenever it is, personally I prefer it to be a Monday, at least we get beer at the weekend without having to get up for work

Drone · Dec 20, 2012

Wozzer · Dec 20, 2012

NinkobEi · Dec 21, 2012

mrw1986 said:
Considering it's already 12/21 in some countries I think it's safe to say the world is not ending.

Way to bring logic into our end of the world talk dude. you ruined everything

GSquadron · Dec 21, 2012

"The survivors who wanna prosper and be free again are gonna have to rebuild again"

This is very clear from the video, maybe the most important sentence.
The guys on the video are all payed with good money to say these words.
I will never believe that the planet Earth will be destroyed, even though by physics there will be one day.
"The end of the world" is very relative and taunting. Which world? The world is not planet Earth.

Unfortunately, there are fools who truly believe this stuff, but if you are a survivor,
didn't get attracted your attention by TV, aliens and other commercial stuff like the 5 steps, you will have to re-build again.

If everyone knows something from all over the world, it is a fake. If you are a survivor, you will understand.
If not, you are one of them, one of which they taunt with (Like Resident Evil zombies, they have created)

Also, you cannot be my friend, not because i don't want you to, but because zombies INFECT!!!

So, no thanks, it is fake stuff and here it is already 21-12-2012
(some simple math 2+1 1+2 2+0+1+2 = 3 + 3 + 5 = 6 + 5 = 11...... yeah i know that film)

This though might be an epoch of a more severe world, as a meaning

Kreij · Dec 21, 2012

drdeathx · Dec 21, 2012

New Egg better deliver before the 21st or I will be pissed.

Durvelle27 · Dec 21, 2012

jboydgolfer · Dec 21, 2012

I actually found the Download for AMD's and Nvidia's

"Post Apocalyptic Driver Package" Release

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...2PXksWqIgJ3RRflVtkhSQ&bvm=bv.1355534169,d.dmQ

HossHuge · Dec 21, 2012

Anybidy die yet? :rolleyes:

Durvelle27 · Dec 21, 2012

HossHuge said:
Anybidy die yet?

Umm lets see

Yep looks like I'm still here XD

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The End: A journey through America's doomsday obsession

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