My dad had five daughters and one son so we ALL learned how to do things around the house.
I installed dimmer switches in my house a while back. A male friend was over and couldn't believe I could do that because "that is such a hard thing to do!" because HE wanted dimmer switches but couldn't figure out how to do it. We went to Home Depot, bought the needed parts, and I installed the first one and then helped him install the second one. He was so proud of himself and has since showed a number of his male friends how to do it. They were all scared because (and this is why women live longer) they didn't realize you had to turn off the electricity to the switch first. They honestly thought electricians worked with live wires. Boys are dumb.
I did say in here that I start things and then need my husband to finish them, but I did install a new ceiling light in a room once. And yeah, you turn off the electricity first. The hard thing was just craning my neck for that long. And Go, You!
In honor of the 200th Dingus of the Week newsletter here are some interesting (to me) summary tidbits:
* Ted Cruz, Megyn Kelly, Nancy Mace, Kristi Noem, Jeff Bezos, The Olympics, and Bosses are all twice-crowned Dinguses of the Week
* Harrison Butker has been roasted in two DotW newsletters in the same year, but not named in the headline
* David is the most common first name of a Dingus of the Week overall (Dave Ramsey, David Frum, David D. Smith, and David Yost) and three of those Davids were Dinguses of the Week in 2024
* Six Dinguses of the Week have actually been "definitely not" the Dingus (Stormy Daniels, Jonathan Franzen, Sophie Turner, the Microsoft Bot, These Large Adult Children, and Whoever Lit the Fox News Christmas Tree on Fire)
* Shit and Fuck have each been used once in a Dingus of the Week headline
I started keeping a table with all the Dinguses of the Week in it so that they are easy to find when proposing nominations on the Flyover Discord and the Substack Chat. Everyone can see the table here, and let me know if you notice any other fun Dingus of the Week facts: https://www.datawrapper.de/_/JfeoF/
For me, clicking through and just reading the headlines for Dingus of the Week newsletters going back 4 years now is a heck of a time capsule. Remember when that boat got stuck in the canal? Or when the mayor of Chicago set up a Nascar race downtown? How about the fucking GIGANTIC SPIDERS PARACHUTING DOWN FROM THE SKY? And that time when all our uncles were taking horse dewormer instead of vaccines? Whew!
I honestly hesitated a bit before writing that, as a backslid Baptist gal. Then I was all, well, it OUGHT to be the lord’s work, so let’s just say it is. 😎
When I was touring the haunted house on 6 acres surrounded by Iowa corn and bean fields that I would eventually live in for 10 years, the realtor said, "And this is the three-seasons room." Coming from the land of houses with Florida rooms, I asked, "Three-seasons room? Why do you call it that?" And the realtor laughed and laughed. I understood later that year when the blizzards blew snow through every crack and sealed the doors shut.
Someone on Threads described Bret Baier’s hand gesturing towards Kamala Harris as “the shut up hand”. I had to re-watch it. So glad I now have a word for this.
I am dying for this dingus content. It is the best. Harrison Butker used to be my go-to kicker. My team was called “smooth like butker.” Now I feel lost and ashamed for having claimed him to be smooth.
Thank you for your tremendous work on these truly non serious dingi. Men really do hate us, don’t they.
Good on you Lyz! There is much satisfaction in completing a repair/remodel/maintenance job in one's own house. Everyone should have at least a basic set of tools that they wield with relish. That, and YouTube, and you are able to tackle so many tasks.
I have seized the moment several times and done home renovation - tearing stuff out and also using power tools. It is indeed FUN. I can see why dudes love it. Anyway, that song is a banger. Thanks for sharing. Happy Friday Lyz!
before i started reading, i asked myself who i would pick as this week's idiot. bret baier for sure. as for women with power tools, absolutely. you are a courageous woman, lyz! isn't it satisfying to stand back and admire your handiwork?
"I owe men a HUGE apology"
hey thanks, that means a lot.
and on behalf of men, I'd like to apologize for [check notes]... All The Horrors
Genuine belly laugh over here. Thank you. I accept your apology. *Gets carted away to the Harrison Butker baby making mines*
My dad had five daughters and one son so we ALL learned how to do things around the house.
I installed dimmer switches in my house a while back. A male friend was over and couldn't believe I could do that because "that is such a hard thing to do!" because HE wanted dimmer switches but couldn't figure out how to do it. We went to Home Depot, bought the needed parts, and I installed the first one and then helped him install the second one. He was so proud of himself and has since showed a number of his male friends how to do it. They were all scared because (and this is why women live longer) they didn't realize you had to turn off the electricity to the switch first. They honestly thought electricians worked with live wires. Boys are dumb.
As my great-grandma would say, "Bless their hearts!"
LOLOL!!! I love this so much! :D
I did say in here that I start things and then need my husband to finish them, but I did install a new ceiling light in a room once. And yeah, you turn off the electricity first. The hard thing was just craning my neck for that long. And Go, You!
First belly laugh of the day.
This is excellent! 🤣🤣
In honor of the 200th Dingus of the Week newsletter here are some interesting (to me) summary tidbits:
* Ted Cruz, Megyn Kelly, Nancy Mace, Kristi Noem, Jeff Bezos, The Olympics, and Bosses are all twice-crowned Dinguses of the Week
* Harrison Butker has been roasted in two DotW newsletters in the same year, but not named in the headline
* David is the most common first name of a Dingus of the Week overall (Dave Ramsey, David Frum, David D. Smith, and David Yost) and three of those Davids were Dinguses of the Week in 2024
* Six Dinguses of the Week have actually been "definitely not" the Dingus (Stormy Daniels, Jonathan Franzen, Sophie Turner, the Microsoft Bot, These Large Adult Children, and Whoever Lit the Fox News Christmas Tree on Fire)
* Shit and Fuck have each been used once in a Dingus of the Week headline
* And only one Dingus of the Week is due for a redemption and it is Dolly. https://lyz.substack.com/p/dingus-of-the-week-my-stupid-dog
I started keeping a table with all the Dinguses of the Week in it so that they are easy to find when proposing nominations on the Flyover Discord and the Substack Chat. Everyone can see the table here, and let me know if you notice any other fun Dingus of the Week facts: https://www.datawrapper.de/_/JfeoF/
For me, clicking through and just reading the headlines for Dingus of the Week newsletters going back 4 years now is a heck of a time capsule. Remember when that boat got stuck in the canal? Or when the mayor of Chicago set up a Nascar race downtown? How about the fucking GIGANTIC SPIDERS PARACHUTING DOWN FROM THE SKY? And that time when all our uncles were taking horse dewormer instead of vaccines? Whew!
You are doing the Lord’s work, Beau, many thanks!
LOL don't let word get out about the lord's work because I am definitely trying to play both sides!
I honestly hesitated a bit before writing that, as a backslid Baptist gal. Then I was all, well, it OUGHT to be the lord’s work, so let’s just say it is. 😎
Dingus-metrics...? I would subscribe to that newsletter.
I love that you are tracking these things for us and, also, that you are a man tracking these things for us. It’s a double-win for the community!
This is MAGNIFICENT, and I am grateful for it, and for you!!
Nominating "sentient fascist haircut" for the best phrase from this week's installment.
I plagiarized that line from myself from a few weeks back when Butker was the dingus
Right? I love it so much and it is so accurate!
I am nearly done with my three seasons porch makeover. (Just in time for winter!) Sanding the floor brings me great joy!
When I was touring the haunted house on 6 acres surrounded by Iowa corn and bean fields that I would eventually live in for 10 years, the realtor said, "And this is the three-seasons room." Coming from the land of houses with Florida rooms, I asked, "Three-seasons room? Why do you call it that?" And the realtor laughed and laughed. I understood later that year when the blizzards blew snow through every crack and sealed the doors shut.
Someone on Threads described Bret Baier’s hand gesturing towards Kamala Harris as “the shut up hand”. I had to re-watch it. So glad I now have a word for this.
Thank you for making me laugh about the horrible things. Also, if you like power tools, metal working tools are even better - big hammers and torches!
I am dying for this dingus content. It is the best. Harrison Butker used to be my go-to kicker. My team was called “smooth like butker.” Now I feel lost and ashamed for having claimed him to be smooth.
Thank you for your tremendous work on these truly non serious dingi. Men really do hate us, don’t they.
We really need fewer dingus candidates. I’m getting exhausted just trying to keep up.
You are so damn funny! Thank you!
I concur
Good on you Lyz! There is much satisfaction in completing a repair/remodel/maintenance job in one's own house. Everyone should have at least a basic set of tools that they wield with relish. That, and YouTube, and you are able to tackle so many tasks.
"sentient fascist haircut" ⚰️⚰️⚰️
I have seized the moment several times and done home renovation - tearing stuff out and also using power tools. It is indeed FUN. I can see why dudes love it. Anyway, that song is a banger. Thanks for sharing. Happy Friday Lyz!
before i started reading, i asked myself who i would pick as this week's idiot. bret baier for sure. as for women with power tools, absolutely. you are a courageous woman, lyz! isn't it satisfying to stand back and admire your handiwork?
I became a subscriber because of the Dingus. Perfect as always!
Freakin’ Friday Fun - a Dingus Two-fer! And what a pair! Thanks, Lyz, for once again jump/starting my Friday!!!