Popcorn is defended as a valid movie snack and the claim that it is a bad snack is rejected. Barry Petchesky's credibility on health and snacks is attacked because of his repeated consumption of extreme, brightly labeled energy drinks. Barry's movie-watching habits are questioned, noting infrequent viewing and a preference for home viewing over theater attendance, which is used to undermine his authority on movie snacks. The response frames the disagreement as a personal betrayal and uses sarcasm, ridicule, and appeals to taste credibility to discredit the opposing position.
Usually, when someone has a take this hot, we present their take in a point-counterpoint where some reason and honesty can be added to the discussion. But Barry must have known how unfounded this blog was, as he did not give me the opportunity to reply. Well, guess what Barry? I can write my own blog! And in my blog I submit that you do not know what the hell you are talking about!
First off, I do not think anyone should be taking advice on health or snacks from Barry Petchesky, who I have witnessed purchasing and drinking some of the most vile and strange energy drinks known to man. Who is he to tell us about the "sodium content" of a full bucket of popcorn when he is drinking stuff wrapped in labels the color of Manic Panic hair dye with names like GORILLA MIND and TOXIC WASTE?
And beyond the taste problem, Barry doesn't even watch movies. This is a core aspect of his character. Once a year, Barry will tell us he has watched a movie, and we all respond like he's told us he has a secret wife. But he doesn't even go to the theater! He watches it at home. Barry included this in his blog IN TINY PRINT AT THE VERY BOTTOM. Ridiculous.
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