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NFL RedZone Is Adding Commercials This Year

One of football fans’ favorite viewing experiences just got a little less sacred: NFL RedZone will now include commercials.

After years of delivering seven hours of commercial-free football bliss every Sunday, host Scott Hanson has confirmed the streak is officially over. Speaking on The Pat McAfee Show this week, Hanson revealed that ads are now a permanent part of the RedZone experience, following a test run late last season that fans were, let’s say, not thrilled about.

To be fair, the writing’s been on the wall ever since ESPN acquired NFL Media earlier this year, taking over the rights to RedZone. Hanson, for his part, made it clear this was not his decision. He said he’ll no longer use the phrase “seven hours of commercial-free football,” instead opting for the slightly tweaked, “seven hours of RedZone football starts now.”

“It’s a business decision,” Hanson explained, adding that the goal of showing every big play from every game remains unchanged. “We are not going to sacrifice any great football for the business side of things,” he promised.

Still, longtime viewers know this is a pretty major shift. RedZone’s entire appeal has always been its rapid-fire, ad-free format—a sports fan’s dream channel that jumps from game to game so you don’t miss a single touchdown. For years, it’s been one of the few places in sports broadcasting where you could binge without ever being interrupted by a car insurance jingle or a pizza ad.

The fact that commercials are now baked in has sparked frustration among diehard fans who feel the magic is being diluted for profit. Many are pointing to last season’s brief commercial experiment as the beginning of the end, especially since Hanson had initially promised a commercial-free experience before walking that back with an apology.

Now, it’s official: ads are in, and the uninterrupted glory days are out. If you’re interested in seeing what Red Zone will be like this season, check this out:

The Worst Songs on Rock’s Biggest Albums

Every legendary rock album has its anthems, but what about the songs that fans quietly skip? UltimateClassicRock.com dove into Spotify data to find the least-played tracks on 40 of the greatest classic rock albums, and the results might surprise you.

Take AC/DC’s Back in Black. The title track is one of the most-streamed rock songs of all time, but poor “Shake a Leg” is the one most listeners move past. Same story for The Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band. While “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds” still sparkles, “Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite!” apparently sends fans reaching for the skip button.

Some of the other highlights:

  • Bon Jovi’s Slippery When Wet: Everyone loves “Livin’ on a Prayer,” but “Wild in the Streets” is the album’s weak link.
  • Eagles’ Hotel California: The epic title track dominates, while “Pretty Maids All in a Row” gets left behind.
  • Guns N’ Roses’ Appetite for Destruction: “Sweet Child O’ Mine” is the streaming king, while “Anything Goes” gets the cold shoulder.
  • Nirvana’s Nevermind: “Smells Like Teen Spirit” still rules, but “On a Plain” is the one fans most often skip.
  • Metallica’s Black Album: “Enter Sandman” blasts on repeat, while “The Struggle Within” struggles to stay in rotation.

Even Dark Side of the Moon isn’t immune. Pink Floyd’s “Money” is the big draw, but the final track, “Eclipse,” is the least streamed.

It’s a reminder that even on the most iconic albums ever made, not every song gets equal love. For every stadium anthem or classic riff that defined a generation, there’s a track quietly collecting digital dust in Spotify’s basement.

So next time you’re spinning Ten, Escape, or Bella Donna, maybe give those skipped-over songs a chance. They might not have the radio hooks or the fame, but they’re still part of the story that made these albums legendary.

Pancake Soup: Fall’s Quirkiest Comeback

So the word on the internet is that it’s almost fall… a.k.a. PANCAKE SOUP season. Yeah. Pancake. Soup.

A recipe from 1975 just resurfaced online, and people are losing their minds over it.

Now, when you hear “pancake soup,” you might picture some weird TikTok mashup… but nope, this is the real deal from 50 years ago, and people apparently ate it unironically.

Here’s how it works:

  1. Make pancakes in bacon grease.
  2. Slice ‘em into strips, like, well, bacon strips.
  3. Toss them into a broth made from bouillon cubes and water.
  4. Heat. Serve. Try not to panic.

At first, it sounds horrifying… but then, the longer you think about it, the more you start to wonder: Wait, is this… kinda brilliant?

Turns out, it’s actually a legit German dish called Flädlesuppe. Modern versions look more classy, and less “soupy”… but the 1975 version? Let’s just say it has “grandma experimenting in the kitchen” energy.

The internet, of course, has thoughts:

  • “Pretty sure this was invented to get rid of yesterday’s sad pancakes.”
  • “Creative… but beef broth with pancake chunks isn’t exactly ‘joy in a bowl.’”
  • “I’d rather eat pancakes and soup separately, thanks.”
  • “This screams Depression-era cooking.”
  • “Switch the broth to black tea with honey and milk, and now we’re talking breakfast!”
  • “Actually, it sounds kinda like pasta in soup . . . I’d try it!”
  • “Nope. Hard pass. Soggy flapjacks are my nightmare.”

So, Pancake Soup: genius culinary innovation . . . or mush regret?

7 in 10 People Use Their Gut to Make Major Life Decisions

Who needs spreadsheets or a five-year plan when you’ve just got a really good feeling about it?

According to a new poll by the life insurance hawkers at LifeHappens.org, 7 in 10 Americans admit they sometimes rely on gut instincts when making big life decisions. Not research, not logic – just straight-up vibes and intuition.

Basically, we’re all out here choosing jobs, partners, and zip codes the same way we pick what to watch on Netflix: “Eh, this feels right.”

What counts as “gut instinct”?

They went pretty broad with it. A gut feeling could mean your “intuition,” the “general vibes” you’re feeling, or what you decided after prayer or reflection. So, basically anything that’s not “I fully thought this through, ran the stats, weighed the pros and cons, and here’s my decision.”

10 things we’ve decided with our gut

They asked people about some common life decisions that shouldn’t be made on a whim, just to see how often our gut influences our decision making. And spoiler alert: it happens a lot.

Here’s a breakdown of just how many of us admit to letting our instincts take the wheel when it comes to major life choices:

  • 32% have chosen a job based on gut instincts.
  • 26% have decided where to move the same way.
  • 26% have used their gut to end a relationship.
  • 24% relied on vibes to quit a job or change careers.
  • 21% have chosen a pet based on instinct.
  • 20% have made investment decisions this way.
  • 20% followed their gut to say yes to marriage.
  • 19% trusted it while accepting a first date.
  • 18% have gone with a feeling when buying a home.
  • 13% decided to go back to school based on instinct.

Basically, if it’s a major decision that could affect your career, finances, or love life, there’s a good chance you or someone you know made that call with more gut than analytics.

So yeah, we like to think we’re rational beings who look at things logically and weigh the pros and cons. But if you’re mostly just vibing your way through life, you’re far from alone.

We’ll willingly go into debt for a gut feeling

Nearly half of people said they’re also willing to follow their gut when purchasing something they know they can’t afford. If our gut says yes, so does our wallet… and we’ll just figure it out later. YOLO!

Is trusting your gut really a bad thing though?

Many would argue trusting your intuition in many (if not all) of those situations is actually the smart route to take, and maybe even a necessary one. Is it really just impulse? Or is it your brain tapping into experience faster than logic can catch up?

You could argue the “feeling” you get is just a shortcut built from patterns, past outcomes, and emotional intelligence. Or to put it another way, maybe your subconscious knows better than your conscious mind does sometimes. So while spreadsheets are great, it’s possible your gut knows what your head just hasn’t figured out yet.

It’s like a built-in tiebreaker

We’ve all been there before. You have weighed the pros and cons. You’ve run the stats, thought it through the best you can, and still can’t decide. When that’s the case, what choice do you have?

Nothing breaks a tie quite like, “My gut is telling me to ______.”

Post Malone Launched His Fashion Label in Paris, with Denim, Beer, and a Horse

Post Malone is officially a fashion designer now, and he did not roll out his debut quietly. The rapper-turned-style icon hit Paris on Monday with a full-on runway show to launch his new label, Austin Post Apparel—yes, he went with his real name for the brand.

Posty described the line as “a new creative expression and soulful extension of his identity,” and his first collection is called At First Light. The vibe? Dallas western mixed with Southwest ranch. Think cowboy grit with a couture twist.

And because this is Post Malone, the show wasn’t just your standard walk-the-runway event. One model rode in on an actual horse, proving the man really commits to a theme. Then Malone himself closed things out, strutting in all-denim with a beer in hand like he was equal parts ranch hand and rock star.

The collection leans heavily into Western Americana, which makes sense for Malone, who has Texas roots and lives in Utah. Denim dominated the runway, along with bold ranch-inspired pieces meant to fuse rugged practicality with modern high fashion.

Fashion insiders are already buzzing about how Malone might shake up the luxury scene. Celebrity lines can be hit or miss, but his debut definitely made people look twice. Between the horse, the beer, and the cowboy-cool aesthetic, he sent a clear message: this isn’t just merch, it’s his personal style blown up into a full collection.

And honestly, it makes sense. Posty’s been quietly influencing fashion for years, from his signature face tattoos and oversized flannels to his love of Crocs (he’s done multiple sold-out collabs with the brand). Now, instead of just being a muse, he’s steering the whole thing himself.

Fans online had mixed reactions—some praising the authenticity of his ranch-inspired looks, others laughing at the sight of a horse on a Paris runway. But love it or not, it’s pure Post Malone: unpredictable, playful, and impossible to ignore.

So, will Austin Post Apparel become the next big name in fashion? Too early to tell. But one thing’s for sure: Posty knows how to put on a show, and fashion weeks around the world might never look at cowboys the same way again.

 

Gen Z Says “Forget the the Corporate Ladder… Where Are the Lily Pads?”

For decades, people were told to “climb the corporate ladder.” But Gen Z is like, “Nah, we’re good. Ladders are wobbly. Also, an OSHA violation waiting to happen.”

Instead, they’re into something called the “career lily pad.” Picture it: instead of struggling rung by rung, you just hop around to whatever opportunity looks the comfiest at the time. (Fewer splinters, more frogs.)

An “expert” explains it like this: “We’ve traded the rigid ladder for lily pads… because hopping around is more sustainable, more realistic, and better suited for today’s workplace realities.”

Translation: “I’ll take the job that makes sense right now, and if something shinier comes along, I’m out.”

And the numbers back it up:

  • 68% of Gen Z workers say they won’t even consider management unless it comes with big money or a fancy title.
  • 57% of Gen Z already have a side hustle. (Compare that to 48% of Millennials, 31% of Gen X, and just 21% of Boomers, who apparently only side hustle when it’s coupon clipping.)

So no, Gen Z isn’t lazy… they’re just ambitious in different directions. For them, the 9-to-5 is just the investor for their passion projects.

And get this: Gen Z is still expected to make up about 10% of managers this year. They’re not against management… they just want to run things their way: more flexibility, more balance, less “micromanaging boss breathing down your neck.”

Experts even suggest older workers could learn from them:

  • Set real boundaries (no more “quick emails” at 11 PM).
  • Diversify your career moves.
  • Pick mental health over climbing corporate Mount Doom.
  • And hey, stop panicking about A.I., and use it instead of fearing it.

So yeah, the future of work might look less like climbing and more like a giant game of Frogger.

Every Donut, Ranked from Best to Worst

If you’re ever tasked with picking up donuts for the office, do you go the lazy route and just get a dozen or two glazed, or “whatever”… or are you a hero who puts some PASSION into it? Because that’s clearly the way to go.

The donut addicts at Thrillist.com have a ranking of 24 “classic donuts” from best to worst… and spoiler alert: If you’re a cinnamon bun fan, get ready for a FIGHT.

Here’s how they ranked them:

  1. Glaze Round – The so-called “pinnacle of donuts everywhere.”
  2. Rainbow Sprinkles
  3. Old Fashioned – “Its ridges, apt for catching glaze, make eating this donut feel like a handheld, portable pound cake.”
  4. Raspberry Jelly – “A sticky and wonderfully messy gift.”
  5. Apple Fritter – “The healthiest donut there is.” (Do not fact-check this.)
  6. Donut Holes – Because you can eat more, and there are “no rules.”
  7. Chocolate Frosted
  8. Crumb Cake – Which adds a “crunchy, buttery, brown sugar topping to an already exquisite creation.”
  9. Blueberry Cake – “It’s severely underrated.”
  10. Glaze Twist and Sugar Twist
  11. Boston Cream – “Even though some criticize it for being hole-less.”
  12. French Cruller – The snooty, French cousin of the Glaze Round.
  13. Apple Cider Cake
  14. Powdered Sugar – Despite the white fingerprints that end up everywhere.
  15. Sugar Round – For criminals who don’t want their fingerprints everywhere.
  16. Bear Claw – It fell due to its “flat, limp, yeasted-dough shape.”
  17. Maple Glazed
  18. Buttermilk Bar
  19. Strawberry Frosted
  20. Cinnamon Bun – “We’d rather just get a freshly baked cinnamon roll.”
  21. Chocolate Cake
  22. Lemon Jelly – “The ‘jelly’ in these donuts is mostly gloppy cornstarch mixtures with an artificial lemon flavor in an unnatural shade of yellow.”
  23. Coconut Cake – “There’s no way around it: Coconut is controversial.”
  24. Plain Cake

This may be controversial, but I secretly really enjoy a “plain cake” donut, especially if I’m still having coffee. But it shouldn’t be. After all, if I’m eating the plain cake, that leaves 23 better options for you.

Polish CEO Sparks Outrage By Snatching Kid’s Hat at US Open

A tennis match in New York turned into an international PR disaster this weekend, and it wasn’t because of the score. Piotr Szczerek, the CEO of a paving stone company in Poland, became public enemy number one online after cameras caught him swiping a hat meant for a kid at the US Open.

The hat was being handed out by Polish tennis star Kamil Majchrzak, who had just finished his match. Majchrzak tried to give it to a young fan, but before the boy could grab it, Szczerek snatched it and bolted. Viewers immediately branded him as everything from a “Bond villain” to “the world’s worst tennis dad.”

After two days of backlash, Szczerek issued a groveling apology. He admitted to making what he called “a serious mistake,” and said he thought Majchrzak was offering the hat to him and his sons, who had just asked for autographs. He added that the whole thing had been “a painful but necessary lesson in humility.”

In his statement, Szczerek promised to focus more on supporting kids and anti-hate initiatives, saying, “Only through deeds can I rebuild the lost trust.”

Meanwhile, Majchrzak himself stayed out of the fray. He admitted he hadn’t even noticed the hat grab in the moment, since he was still in a post-match fog. Once he found out, though, he stepped up in a big way. The tennis pro personally met with the boy on Saturday and showered him with swag.

And in a twist that makes this whole saga slightly less villainous, Majchrzak actually believes Szczerek’s explanation. The two know each other well, since Szczerek’s company sponsors the Polish Tennis Federation.

Still, the internet is unlikely to let Szczerek live this down anytime soon. Whether he meant it or not, stealing a kid’s souvenir on international TV is the kind of viral moment that follows you forever. If nothing else, let this be a lesson to sports fans everywhere: when in doubt, keep your hands to yourself.

Alabama Fan Flips the Bird During Brutal Season Opener

No. 8 Alabama’s 2025 football season got off to a very rocky start on Saturday, and one Crimson Tide fan captured the frustration of the fanbase with a now-viral middle finger directed straight at ESPN’s cameras.

In a surprising 31-17 loss to Florida State in Tallahassee, Alabama looked completely out of sync from the start. The offense never found its rhythm, the defense got pushed around, and by the time the clock hit the final few minutes, even the most loyal Tide fans were struggling to stay composed.

Enter that guy.

With just 2:20 left in the fourth quarter, ESPN’s broadcast team cut to a shot of a dejected Alabama fan sitting quietly in the stands. The man looked like the embodiment of SEC sadness—until he noticed he was on national TV. That’s when he flipped the double bird right at the camera. In true live-TV fashion, ESPN cut away as fast as possible, and the announcers quickly changed the subject like nothing happened.

Of course, nothing goes unnoticed online. The clip is now making the rounds on social media, with fans from every corner of the college football world chiming in. Florida State fans are loving it, and Alabama fans are groaning in unison.

This was the first major test for Alabama under new leadership after a high-profile coaching transition, and to say it didn’t go as planned is an understatement. While it’s only Week 1, the loss has already ignited early conversations about whether the Crimson Tide’s long-standing dominance might finally be slipping.

Florida State, on the other hand, looked sharp on both sides of the ball and wasted no time reminding everyone that the ACC isn’t just a two-team league.

As for the now-famous fan? No word yet on his identity, but he’s already become a meme, a mood, and possibly the most relatable college football spectator of the weekend.

Hey, sometimes the scoreboard just says it all—and sometimes, so does your middle finger.

AARP Names Idris Elba the Hottest Actor Over 50

If you thought Idris Elba was cool before, AARP just made it official: the 52-year-old actor has been crowned the hottest man over 50. That’s right, the organization better known for retirement tips and senior discounts is now also handing out heartthrob titles.

The new “Movies for Grownups” ranking looked at actors aged 50 and up who still make fans swoon, and the competition was stacked. Elba topped the list, followed by Pedro Pascal, who just turned 50 this year, and Noah Wyle, 54, in third place. From there, it’s basically Hollywood royalty all the way down.

Here’s the full Top 10:

  1. Idris Elba, 52
  2. Pedro Pascal, 50
  3. Noah Wyle, 54
  4. George Clooney, 64
  5. Denzel Washington, 70
  6. Brad Pitt, 61
  7. Daniel Craig, 57
  8. Patrick Dempsey, 59
  9. Dwayne Johnson, 53
  10. Keanu Reeves, 60

The entire list includes 25 names, spanning from Pascal as the “youngster” at 50, to 72-year-old Pierce Brosnan still holding his own. It’s basically proof that Hollywood’s leading men only get more popular with time.

What’s fun about this ranking is how it reflects a bigger trend in pop culture. Audiences are no longer obsessed with youth alone. In fact, some of the actors most in demand right now—Elba, Pascal, Pitt, and Reeves—are all comfortably past the big 5-0. Roles like Craig’s James Bond or Clooney’s endless run as the suave guy who always gets away with it only add to their staying power.

And let’s not forget fan power here. The internet still treats Pedro Pascal like the “internet’s daddy,” Keanu Reeves is beloved for basically being the nicest guy in Hollywood, and The Rock is still literally the Rock at 53.

So if you’ve ever needed proof that age is just a number, AARP has delivered it in list form. Turns out, the hottest actors are like fine wine—they only get better as they age.

(You can see the complete 25-name ranking on AARP’s site here.)

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