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Thursday, February 7, 2008

The Why Of The Broadway QFC’s Laxative Effect

posted by on February 7 at 11:20 AM

The question was asked:

Dear Science,

This may sound like a sarcastic or “trying to be funny” question, but I am honestly curious why there are certain locations that seem to trigger a bowel movement quicker than others ie; home, office etc. Examples for me include the housewares dept @ Broadway QFC, Value Village Men’s clothing Dept., the public library & just about any bookstore. Not only do these places create a kind of enigmatic laxative the feeling to poo is intensified & feels more immediate (I’ve heard thinking of sex can help alieviate this feeling). And considering the difficulty that can be encountered attempting to convince store management etc to allow you to use their facilities this can be quite a frightening event. There have been a couple of times I have literally had to leave my basket in the store, run across the street to my apartment then return to finish my shopping. I have had a couple of really close calls with this scenario.

Please advise,
Sincerely,
Bothered Bowels

You added your, um, moving situations.

Now, for the first time ever, a sneak preview for next week’s Dear Science! Exclusive to SLOG and the Dear Science Podcast!

Listen up for the answer. And remember, physical punishment should be consensual. And rewards work better than punishment.

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1

really silly .... crappy posting

wasting our time and bandwidth

who cares, or is the newest of fetish postings

Posted by Maggie | February 7, 2008 11:56 AM
2

Harsh words, Maggie. This is truly science at its best.

I suggest the letter writer peruse the want ads or talk on the phone to their best friend before venturing to the QFC. Works for me.

Posted by phantom pooper | February 7, 2008 12:03 PM
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My only criticism is, I hate podcasting. Speed and comprehension are far lower than text; and I can't podcast at work (even if I could, I couldn't spare the huge block of time, and the sound of it would be annoying to my cow orkers).

Can't you write something up instead?

Posted by Fnarf | February 7, 2008 1:00 PM
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Fnarf. This upcoming Wednesday it'll be in the paper.

I particularly like political podcasts, like Left, Right and Center from KCRW. But, yes, text is quicker.

And thanks phantom pooper! I like those suggestions, but fear what new associations might occur.

Posted by Jonathan Golob | February 7, 2008 1:10 PM
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Updating the schedule for work makes me have to poop.

Posted by Greg | February 7, 2008 4:27 PM
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Loved this podcast! Nothing wrong with mixing things up a bit.

By the way, I totally buy the idea that Slog trolls act as a shock device. I've been avoiding this site since the ECB haters have been piling on. Yep, I've become conditioned to associate Slog with stupid sexist jerk comments. *sigh*

Posted by Irena | February 7, 2008 5:37 PM
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How is it a sneak preview if it was available to be downloaded off of iTunes earlier this morning? Got me all excited for another Dear Science! Jonathan sounds cute and nerdy, my favorites.

Posted by C. | February 7, 2008 5:48 PM

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