Brett Smiley Brett Smiley tries to write humorously and often fails. He is also a contributor for Asylum.com and Maxim.com. He is an avid New York Giants fan and enjoys ice cream and the occasional backhanded compliment.

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8 common phrases you might not know the origin of

Posted by Brett Smiley under Lifestyle

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What ties men together, from the verbose (Glenn Beck and Keith Olbermann) to the men of few words (the father from “The Wonder Years”), is a set of common phrases. So we decided to take a look at some of those phrases, mostly our favorites, to see where they originated. Read more

8 female products that make me glad I’m a guy

Posted by Brett Smiley under Gadgets Lifestyle

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It’s easy to be a guy. Men, for the most part, simply wake up and exist. We shave, shower and brush our teeth. When necessary, a man can be up and ready in seven minutes or better. Men have issues of their own but it’s an entirely different, and much more frightening, story for women. Read more

The 10 most annoying corporate-speak phrases and what they really mean

Posted by Brett Smiley under Advice Lifestyle

You’ve heard them all, and they probably irritated you every time. They’re annoying, indirect, and overused. These phrases need no further introduction. Read more

8 manly drinks that every guy must try

Posted by Brett Smiley under Advice Lifestyle

Tell us if this sounds familiar: You walk into the bar, make your way through a crowd, and when you finally get the bartender’s attention, you order the same damn thing you always do. It’s a fine line between boring and reliable. There’s nothing wrong with enjoying your favorite drink, but why not give your ... Read more

The 8 Super Bowl party guests you must avoid

Posted by Brett Smiley under Lifestyle

Ideally, you’ll be surrounded by friends and legitimate football fans on Super Sunday. But too often a guest shows up who threatens to put a damper on an otherwise amazing event. Here are the eight biggest risks to your Super Sunday bliss: Read more