Good video by political cartoonist Mark Fiore. Voiceover as ending credits roll is best part.

In my latest piece for Mortgage News Daily, I explain the history of the word ‘Realtor’ (spoiler alert: it’s a trademark), and remind everyone who says the word with three syllables how wrong they are. Head on over: it’s a quick read, a few laughs, and some useful knowledge.

This 2005 South Park clip is good for a laugh because it’s largely true of the ‘Occupy Wall Street’ protests. Follow The_Analyst for more specific criticisms—he’s thought it through.

Mike Judge is returning with all new Beavis & Butthead episodes October 27. Fair warning that The Basis Point’s maturity level is likely to dip this Fall.

One of my colleagues Brandon Hoyles sent me this picture of a crowd outside his office last week…

Great quote from a great friend. This made my day.

Another tough day for the economy as measured by jobs and rates. Is this the start of an apocalypse where fork-tongued giraffes enslave us and feast on our brains? Or do we just need a good laugh and a long weekend to process it all? See below for laughs, and have a great weekend!

The quote of the day is provided by ZeroHedge, with this pre-holiday snark on a horrible jobs report day. Click image for story.

Here are two must-watch videos from last night’s Daily Show. Fans/detractors of Reagan’s legacy should especially watch second video: ‘Tax Cut Religion’.

Priceless video on pricey food culture. Legit music too. (hat tip JW)