So many companies waste their money doing this

So many companies waste their money doing this

I’ve had an epiphany recently, a moment of clarity that connects two seemingly disparate observations: the astronomical rise in digital ad revenue for giants like YouTube, Facebook and Instagram, and the bafflingly irrelevant ads that pollute my own feeds. And honestly, it boils down to something both simple and infuriating: a significant chunk of these platforms’ burgeoning wealth comes from advertisers who are, quite frankly, throwing away their money.

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The history of this historic place is iconic

The history of this historic place is iconic

Nashville. Just the name conjures up images of twangy guitars, soulful voices and a history steeped in musical greatness. And at the heart of it all, standing proud and reverberating with echoes of legends, is the Ryman Auditorium. For a music lover like me, a visit to the “Mother Church of Country Music” wasn’t just a sightseeing stop; it was a pilgrimage.

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There's a hot party in my mouth! (but not too hot)

There's a hot party in my mouth! (but not too hot)

Yeah, yeah, I should probably leave the food commentary to our resident chef, Ben. But I'm taking a break from reviewing the usual fitness, tech and lifestyle products for something that made my mouth really happy. Like, really happy!

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I'll admit it: I've become a word nerd

I'll admit it: I've become a word nerd

For most of my adult life, my relationship with spelling and grammar could best be described as... estranged. Or perhaps, more accurately, non-existent. I was the kind of person who saw a misplaced apostrophe and thought, "Eh, you get the gist." A comma splice? "It adds character!" And don't even get me started on 'their,' 'there,' and 'they're' – a linguistic Bermuda Triangle that I happily navigated with blissful ignorance.

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A whiff for a woof

A whiff for a woof

It's widely known that there are two dogs at Buff Loft. While the golden retriever and husky live mostly with their parents across the building and far away from us, they spend a lot of time with our group throughout the day -- especially when the dog parents are out of town. (And they travel a lot!)

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Things get wild with these folks

Things get wild with these folks

It's almost become a tradition that we visit a local zoo when in town. Thankfully Phoenix has a really cool zoo that offers guests the opportunity to get up close with some of the animals. I was promised an interactive visit so I was excited to check it out.

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RECAP: Oh yes, it's Emmys night, and the feeling's right...

RECAP: Oh yes, it's Emmys night, and the feeling's right...

As mentioned on our Instagram page, it's Emmys weekend and that means the Team Canada entourage from our parent company takes over Buff Loft in West Hollywood to produce red carpet programming for radio syndication. What does that mean for us? We become homeless! Well, not really. They actually move us down the street to a fancy hotel in Beverly Hills, so don't feel sorry for us too quickly!

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My partner's body odor is too much

My partner's body odor is too much

Normally my partner smells great but there are times when he doesn't think to wear deodorant and has a noticeable odor. Like, noticeable. Really noticeable. It's a turnoff but how do I tell him he smells without hurting his feelings?

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Goodbye grime, hello shine

Goodbye grime, hello shine

Let's be real: cleaning water bottles is the worst. You try to jam a sponge in there, you swirl it around (maybe you find a long wooden spoon whose handle you slide in to guide the sponge), and you're still left wondering if you really got all that gunk out -- which you didn't.

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Buff'ed coffee-rubbed smoky burgers

Buff'ed coffee-rubbed smoky burgers

Forget your standard burger. I'm about to introduce you to a flavor explosion that will redefine your burger experience: coffee-rubbed smoky burgers, featuring the amazing -- and coincidentally, well-stocked in this building -- Buff Boy Brewing Co. coffee.

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Playing with robots and geeking out

Playing with robots and geeking out

Pittsburgh, a city brimming with history and innovation, has always held a special allure for me. On my recent trip, I finally had the chance to explore one of its crown jewels: the Carnegie Science Center. From the moment I stepped inside, I was captivated by the sheer breadth and depth of exhibits, a testament to the power of human curiosity and ingenuity.

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My partner is too vocal about politics

My partner is too vocal about politics

My partner never had an interest in politics or protests. Lately he's been jumping into online fights with people on social media. He seems to get a kick out of riling people up but it's bringing out a new side of him that I don't like. How do I tell him to lay low and stop being a shit disturber?

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Get weighed down... and feel good about it

Get weighed down... and feel good about it

A new fitness product gets Team Buff excited because, well, we're a little obsessed. If it's not something for our hair or skin, it's for our muscles. (Nothing wrong with remaining pretty!)

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I understand feeling the need for political violence

I understand feeling the need for political violence

I need to start this by saying something unequivocally, right at the top. Before anyone even thinks of jumping to conclusions or painting me with a brush of malice: I do not, and have never, supported violence against anyone, regardless of their views. The act of murder, the deliberate taking of a human life, is a tragedy, full stop.

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They weren't exactly waving at him

They weren't exactly waving at him

When a teenager gets his first car, he’s spending countless hours washing it, picking off every piece of lint and not allowing anyone to park too close. For Collin, his rich parents bought him a car for his sweet 16. And between looking at himself in the mirror and striking out with relationships, how did he find the time to take care of a massive piece of machinery?

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Where everyone can be a kid again

Where everyone can be a kid again

Dubbed the world's largest children's museum, The Children's Museum of Indianapolis is still growing. Seriously. There are new developments happening this summer. Though not open during our visit, the seven-and-a-half-acre Sports Legends Experience is a great excuse for me to come back. But there was plenty to see and do including a chance to get my dance on and visit the American Pop exhibit. There are items from Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga and other famous celebs.

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Who is George, anyway?

Who is George, anyway?

We all have our pet peeves, those tiny, often seemingly insignificant annoyances that, when accumulated, can make you want to scream into a pillow.

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My partner wants us to be nudists at home

My partner wants us to be nudists at home

My partner likes walking around the house naked and wants me to join in. I don't like the idea because we have dogs and their heads come right up to our... you know. It's not that they do anything but I just don't want my bits dangling in their faces. I don't want his doing that either. What's the compromise?

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