Tracking the bizarre things people suddenly search for on Google.
It’s always interesting when the same term makes it into the top 10 in Google Hot Trends at the same time. Right now, we’ve got “Wisconsin DNR” and “WI DNR.” Now, the question is: are we talking about some Machiavellian plan to put the state of Wisconsin out of its misery, as in Do Not [...]
Posted on March 28th, 2008 by Jonathan - Everyone But You
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Yes, there are a lot of political blogs out there. Thankfully, this isn’t one. I’d really wouldn’t enjoy writing a political blog…it’s just…not dignified. Now, writing about politics from time to time and including a rant every once in a while is perfectly reasonable.
With all of the infamy around the “Obama Girl” and several other [...]
Posted on March 27th, 2008 by Jonathan - Everyone But You
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For those who know me, you know that I think I know everything. In a world with Google though, I of course know nothing. So, today’s post is another EBY mystery. Fabrique Nationale Pistols. Why are you number 8 on Google Trends?
I’ve searched and searched and haven’t come up with any good reason. There are [...]
Posted on March 26th, 2008 by Jonathan - Everyone But You
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I thought they would never find me. Damn you accursed Internet. Damn you Al Gore. Google Trends has brought the return of Pookas. Sure, you’re not worried now, but by the time you finish this post, you’ll be praying for a world where Al Gore was never born (this might be unrelated to the Internet, [...]
Posted on March 18th, 2008 by Jonathan - Everyone But You
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Well, we’ve come to that time of the year where companies lose millions, maybe billions, in lost revenue and productivity as their employees fret over their college basketball brackets. It’s been an amazing season with tons of unbelievable games and breathtaking action. That’s right…the Women’s NIT Tournament is here…Finally. People are really excited driving “WNIT” [...]
Posted on March 17th, 2008 by Jonathan - Everyone But You
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According to Google Hot Trends, zinc countertops are the new black. I have to admit that I have no idea why these would appear out of nowhere in Google Hot Trends. If you know, fill me in.
I really don’t see the charm of zinc countertops. Right away, they remind me of any of the following: [...]
Posted on March 13th, 2008 by Jonathan - Everyone But You
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With Eliot Spitzer’s announcement that he’s resigning happening earlier today, New Yorkers are about to have a new governor. As of this minute, you can see that the new governor, David Paterson, does not appear in Google Trends. It takes about an hour, as best I can figure for searches to start showing up [...]
Posted on March 12th, 2008 by Jonathan - Everyone But You
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I hate politics. Really, I do. But wait, you say, “Your last 2 post now are about politics…what has become of you?” Ultimately, this is a blog about people and the often stupid things they do. This is why I am watching Google Trends and see “Got to Get You Into My Life” suddenly appear [...]
Posted on March 11th, 2008 by Jonathan - Everyone But You
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