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The Original Happy Goat said:
I think one of the most telling things in the history of this forum will be to see who spends the next week continuing to sling shit, and who spends it trying to go out on a more positive note.
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@Lucy01 and I will be best friends. FOREVER. We have our first trip planned--Monster truck rally, and dinner at the Terry's Porkchops and Bait shop.
 
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mcmurtry66 said:
I’ve always hated things ending. And if I can skip the ending I always do. As such I’m not sticking around until the end here.

@TheOriginalHappyGoat and others have done a nice job summing things up. So I just want to thank all of you for the perspectives, insights, thoughts, wishes, and most of all humor.

I signed up on this board on nov 23, 2001 as Mcmurty after my favorite author Larry McMurtry. I had no wife. No kids. And was young!!! lol. I’ve followed the lives of many of you longer than all but my old teammates and closest of friends. Kind of a peculiar thing considering you don’t know any of these people in person. Peegs. It’s always been Peegs in my world (as in multiple significant others echoing GET OFF THAT STUPID FCKING PEEGS) predates facebook twitter and instagram. We all were pioneers in the world of social media.

So take care of yourselves and those you love. I’m trying to name so many and I’m sure I’ve missed a few. And whatever the next iteration of this thing is be good to each other, better than I have to others on here. And always find the funny….

@Spartans9312
@IUJIM
@IUCrazy2
@Mark Milton
@ulrey
@Hoopsdoc1978
@BradStevens
@larsIU
@All4You
@TheOriginalHappyGoat
@UncleMark
@StollCpaGoat
@NPT
@Aloha Hoosier
@CO. Hoosier
@Univee2
@jet812
@Lucy01
@zeke4ahs
@snarlcakes
@hookyIU1990
@Joe_Hoopsier
@MyTeamIsOnTheFloor
@Rockport Zebra
@76-1
@Bulk VanderHuge
@GooglyMooglyWooglyBoogly
@Eppy99
@Morrison
@dbmhoosier
@mattndallas
@twenty02
@JamieDimonsBalls
@Sope Creek
@kraft cheese+macaroni
@Marvin the Martian
@VanPastorMan
@Noodle
@Mas-sa-suta
@sweetsilence
@mushroomgod_1
@Baller23Boogie (CHOKE ON YOUR REGRET!)
@ribbont
@hoosboot
@HillzHoozier
@DANC
@kurt cloverdales
@BadWakeboarder
@Ohio Guy
@SqueakyClean
@dr.jb
@crazed_hoosier2


In my world you are all LEGENDS!!!
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I've had this terrible pain since reading this. It feels familiar but I couldn't put my finger on it until just now.


This post is probably would "Ole Yeller" would have said right before he checked out. You put up a good fight for the dream teamers. You will for ever be my "Ole Coacher".
 
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ChatGPT is incredible:

Please analyze the tone, style, posting habits of mcmurty66:

ChatGPT said:​

Here’s a refined analysis of mcmurtry66’s tone, style, and posting patterns on the Indiana Rivals forums:

🗣 Tone & Content Focus​

✍️ Style & Voice​

  • Conversational, with self-awareness
    • Blends commentary on current events and personal life—e.g., mentioning his child's Starbucks order.
    • Doesn’t shy from slang: “hook,” “shit,” “bitch,” creating a casual tone that resonates with forum culture.
  • Engages across tones
    • From straightforward advice (“Calling it veteran’s day is fantastic”) to playful cousin-like teasing, he adapts based on thread tone.
  • Confident and occasionally provocative

⏱ Posting Habits​

🧩 Personality Profile​

  • Community‑oriented – Assumes friend-mode in discussions, invites shared anecdotes, and acknowledges others ("his birthday," "my daughter").
  • Confident provocateur – Uses bold statements (“America’s first soccer city bitch”) to spark conversation without malice.
  • Social commentator – Connects forum chatter to real-life trends (cost-of-living, sports culture, Starbucks inflation).
  • Playfully combative – Jokes and buffs back-and-forth with other veterans, but stays lighthearted (e.g., hockey boasts).

✅ Summary​

mcmurtry66 is a well-rounded veteran whose posting style mixes warm humor, streetwise insight, and bold takes across sports, local life, and economic trends. He fits seamlessly into Hoosier forums as a relatable storyteller, a friendly sparring partner, and a community-aware observer


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ChatGPT said:​

Here’s a focused analysis of Joe_Hoopsier based solely on their recent activity in the Water Cooler section:

🗣 Tone & Content Focus​

✍️ Style & Voice​

  • Poetic and abstract
    • Joe’s phrases use imagery and rhythm—“intersecting curves,” “same radius”—showing comfort with poetic and contemplative language .
  • Anecdotal and warm
    • He builds a sense of camaraderie:
      “You all can use this ^***… Looks like I’ve got another house to build… tip your hoopsier, like you adopted me when I was 45.” indiana.forums.rivals.com
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    • This kind of self-reference feels playful and emotionally engaging.

⏱ Posting Habits​

🧩 Personality Profile​

  • Thoughtful philosopher – Prefers deep, meaningful forum interactions over casual banter.
  • Emotionally expressive – Willing to share personal insights and affection (“tip your hoopsier…”), creating informal intimacy with readers.
  • Supportive participant – Contributes to the emotional tone of threads, lending a sense of shared reflection and purpose.
  • Less issue-oriented – Rarely comments on political or sports news; focuses on life, sentiment, and shared human experience.

✅ Summary​

In the Water Cooler, Joe_Hoopsier stands out as a reflective, emotionally intelligent contributor. His posts blend poetic observation with warm, conversational self-disclosure, fostering a tone that’s intimate, thoughtful, and geared toward shared meaning rather than debate or news commentary.
 
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BradStevens said:
ChatGPT is incredible:

Please analyze the tone, style, posting habits of mcmurty66:

ChatGPT said:​

Here’s a refined analysis of mcmurtry66’s tone, style, and posting patterns on the Indiana Rivals forums:

🗣 Tone & Content Focus​

✍️ Style & Voice​

  • Conversational, with self-awareness
    • Blends commentary on current events and personal life—e.g., mentioning his child's Starbucks order.
    • Doesn’t shy from slang: “hook,” “shit,” “bitch,” creating a casual tone that resonates with forum culture.
  • Engages across tones
    • From straightforward advice (“Calling it veteran’s day is fantastic”) to playful cousin-like teasing, he adapts based on thread tone.
  • Confident and occasionally provocative

⏱ Posting Habits​

🧩 Personality Profile​

  • Community‑oriented – Assumes friend-mode in discussions, invites shared anecdotes, and acknowledges others ("his birthday," "my daughter").
  • Confident provocateur – Uses bold statements (“America’s first soccer city bitch”) to spark conversation without malice.
  • Social commentator – Connects forum chatter to real-life trends (cost-of-living, sports culture, Starbucks inflation).
  • Playfully combative – Jokes and buffs back-and-forth with other veterans, but stays lighthearted (e.g., hockey boasts).

✅ Summary​

mcmurtry66 is a well-rounded veteran whose posting style mixes warm humor, streetwise insight, and bold takes across sports, local life, and economic trends. He fits seamlessly into Hoosier forums as a relatable storyteller, a friendly sparring partner, and a community-aware observer


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ChatGPT said:​

Here’s a focused analysis of Joe_Hoopsier based solely on their recent activity in the Water Cooler section:

🗣 Tone & Content Focus​

  • Philosophical and introspective
    • In the “Contemplating the end of the Cooler” thread, Joe opens with a metaphor-rich reflection:
    • He follows up with:
    • These suggest he leans into personal, reflective musing rather than purely topical commentary.

✍️ Style & Voice​

  • Poetic and abstract
    • Joe’s phrases use imagery and rhythm—“intersecting curves,” “same radius”—showing comfort with poetic and contemplative language .
  • Anecdotal and warm
    • He builds a sense of camaraderie:
    • This kind of self-reference feels playful and emotionally engaging.

⏱ Posting Habits​

🧩 Personality Profile​

  • Thoughtful philosopher – Prefers deep, meaningful forum interactions over casual banter.
  • Emotionally expressive – Willing to share personal insights and affection (“tip your hoopsier…”), creating informal intimacy with readers.
  • Supportive participant – Contributes to the emotional tone of threads, lending a sense of shared reflection and purpose.
  • Less issue-oriented – Rarely comments on political or sports news; focuses on life, sentiment, and shared human experience.

✅ Summary​

In the Water Cooler, Joe_Hoopsier stands out as a reflective, emotionally intelligent contributor. His posts blend poetic observation with warm, conversational self-disclosure, fostering a tone that’s intimate, thoughtful, and geared toward shared meaning rather than debate or news commentary.
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Okay. Human jobs are safe for the time being. 🤣
 
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BradStevens said:
ChatGPT is incredible:

Please analyze the tone, style, posting habits of mcmurty66:

ChatGPT said:​

Here’s a refined analysis of mcmurtry66’s tone, style, and posting patterns on the Indiana Rivals forums:

🗣 Tone & Content Focus​

✍️ Style & Voice​

  • Conversational, with self-awareness
    • Blends commentary on current events and personal life—e.g., mentioning his child's Starbucks order.
    • Doesn’t shy from slang: “hook,” “shit,” “bitch,” creating a casual tone that resonates with forum culture.
  • Engages across tones
    • From straightforward advice (“Calling it veteran’s day is fantastic”) to playful cousin-like teasing, he adapts based on thread tone.
  • Confident and occasionally provocative

⏱ Posting Habits​

🧩 Personality Profile​

  • Community‑oriented – Assumes friend-mode in discussions, invites shared anecdotes, and acknowledges others ("his birthday," "my daughter").
  • Confident provocateur – Uses bold statements (“America’s first soccer city bitch”) to spark conversation without malice.
  • Social commentator – Connects forum chatter to real-life trends (cost-of-living, sports culture, Starbucks inflation).
  • Playfully combative – Jokes and buffs back-and-forth with other veterans, but stays lighthearted (e.g., hockey boasts).

✅ Summary​

mcmurtry66 is a well-rounded veteran whose posting style mixes warm humor, streetwise insight, and bold takes across sports, local life, and economic trends. He fits seamlessly into Hoosier forums as a relatable storyteller, a friendly sparring partner, and a community-aware observer


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Sources

ChatGPT said:​

Here’s a focused analysis of Joe_Hoopsier based solely on their recent activity in the Water Cooler section:

🗣 Tone & Content Focus​

  • Philosophical and introspective
    • In the “Contemplating the end of the Cooler” thread, Joe opens with a metaphor-rich reflection:
    • He follows up with:
    • These suggest he leans into personal, reflective musing rather than purely topical commentary.

✍️ Style & Voice​

  • Poetic and abstract
    • Joe’s phrases use imagery and rhythm—“intersecting curves,” “same radius”—showing comfort with poetic and contemplative language .
  • Anecdotal and warm
    • He builds a sense of camaraderie:
    • This kind of self-reference feels playful and emotionally engaging.

⏱ Posting Habits​

🧩 Personality Profile​

  • Thoughtful philosopher – Prefers deep, meaningful forum interactions over casual banter.
  • Emotionally expressive – Willing to share personal insights and affection (“tip your hoopsier…”), creating informal intimacy with readers.
  • Supportive participant – Contributes to the emotional tone of threads, lending a sense of shared reflection and purpose.
  • Less issue-oriented – Rarely comments on political or sports news; focuses on life, sentiment, and shared human experience.

✅ Summary​

In the Water Cooler, Joe_Hoopsier stands out as a reflective, emotionally intelligent contributor. His posts blend poetic observation with warm, conversational self-disclosure, fostering a tone that’s intimate, thoughtful, and geared toward shared meaning rather than debate or news commentary.
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Ok, I did that for myself and that is crazy.

✅ Overall Impression
IUCrazy2 is a seasoned and outspoken forum member whose posts are characterized by a confident, unfiltered voice, emotional emphasis, and occasional deep-dives into analysis. Their style balances between brief, energetic reactions and methodical commentary. Their long-standing presence (since 2004, with over 20,000 posts) suggests they’re both passionate and well-integrated into the community.
 
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CO. Hoosier said:
@Thyrsis . . . I think you should get @Rockfish to post a farewell message. His ghost has been a part of this board for years.
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Rockfish appeared to be a very smart man. When he wasn’t sending me “butthurt” emojis I enjoyed reading his posts. I think has a demon that keeps him from being a happy nice person.
 
IUCrazy2 said:
Ok, I did that for myself and that is crazy.

✅ Overall Impression
IUCrazy2 is a seasoned and outspoken forum member whose posts are characterized by a confident, unfiltered voice, emotional emphasis, and occasional deep-dives into analysis. Their style balances between brief, energetic reactions and methodical commentary. Their long-standing presence (since 2004, with over 20,000 posts) suggests they’re both passionate and well-integrated into the community.
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Here's my summary. ChatGPT likes me more than my wife. I might propose:

✅ Summary​


In the Water Cooler, BradStevens is a thoughtful, literary-minded participant, offering refined commentary and analytical clarity. They stand out less for volume and more for substance, enriching reading or writing discussions with intelligent phrasing, historical context, and an evident love for well-crafted expression.
 
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BradStevens said:
Here's my summary. ChatGPT likes me more than my wife. I might propose:

✅ Summary​


In the Water Cooler, BradStevens is a thoughtful, literary-minded participant, offering refined commentary and analytical clarity. They stand out less for volume and more for substance, enriching reading or writing discussions with intelligent phrasing, historical context, and an evident love for well-crafted expression.
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Now do Lucy.
 
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BradStevens said:
Here's my summary. ChatGPT likes me more than my wife. I might propose:

✅ Summary​


In the Water Cooler, BradStevens is a thoughtful, literary-minded participant, offering refined commentary and analytical clarity. They stand out less for volume and more for substance, enriching reading or writing discussions with intelligent phrasing, historical context, and an evident love for well-crafted expression.
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You should do a BradGPT summary of WC posters.
Of course, the love letter to mcm666 would be sickeningly sweet.
 
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BradStevens said:
Here's my summary. ChatGPT likes me more than my wife. I might propose:

✅ Summary​


In the Water Cooler, BradStevens is a thoughtful, literary-minded participant, offering refined commentary and analytical clarity. They stand out less for volume and more for substance, enriching reading or writing discussions with intelligent phrasing, historical context, and an evident love for well-crafted expression.
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He’s never seen you in your Cubbie’s hat and cardigan.
 
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Damn.

Here’s what I found about TheOriginalHappyGoat, a long-standing moderator and heavy contributor on a popular Indiana Hoosiers fan forum:



🖋️ Style & Tone​




🕰️ Posting Habits​


  • Frequent, consistent presence – With tens of thousands of posts since 2010, they’re a prolific forum member. Often engage in ongoing threads, providing follow-up input and reflections.
  • Well-timed responses – Posts typically appear during active discussions (current news/political events, sports, campus happenings), indicating attentive participation.
  • Moderation role – As a forum moderator, they likely oversee discussions, enforcing rules nimbly while also regularly contributing as a peer.


📌 Summary​


TheOriginalHappyGoat is a reliable, seasoned voice in the community: thoughtful, expressive, and grounded in real-life issues. Their tone is balanced—often witty yet measured—and they post frequently, blending moderation duties with active discussion participation.


If you're curious about their activity patterns (like best days/times) or want analysis of their language style (e.g. sentiment, vocabulary), let me know—I can dive deeper!
 
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Yeah, I don't know about this thing..
Here’s what I found about Lucy01 from the Indiana Hoosiers fan forums:



🖋️ Style & Tone​




🕰️ Posting Habits​


  • Long-term, active contributor – Joined in September 2014 and has made over 16,000 posts, indicating consistent participation .
  • Participates across thread types – Engages in light-hearted banter (“I didn’t think anyone would notice!”) as well as serious discussions, covering sports, news, and personal topics .
  • Responsive timing – Posts seem to follow smoothly in ongoing discussions—both in game threads and personal/supportive exchanges (e.g., consoling after a loss) .


📌 Summary​


Lucy01 comes across as a seasoned, versatile, and emotionally attuned member of the forum. She balances humor and empathy, provides clear contributions during sports and personal threads, and maintains a consistent presence since 2014.
 
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ChatGPT just spent a very long time telling me that there's no evidence that Mas is a Nazi and that references to "International Jewry" while sensitive, must be taken in political context. So, yeah.
 
Regular forum participant since 2007
Holds a “Hall of Famer” status with 18K+ posts, consistently active since Sept 26, 2007
indiana.rivals.com
+10
indiana.forums.rivals.com
+10
indiana.forums.rivals.com
+10
.

1. Supportive Community Member
Comforted a user struggling post-COVID:

“Haven’t heard from you in a while… Glad to hear you’re still grinding and making progress.”
indiana.forums.rivals.com

Demonstrates empathy and camaraderie.

2. Forum Business & Changes Insight
Commented on the fate of forum monetization:

Noted that other rival sites lack free forums
indiana.forums.rivals.com
.

Explained ad revenue splits:

“My understanding is that all the ad revenue on the forums goes to Yahoo. That’s why he was selling static ads…”
indiana.forums.rivals.com

Shared frustrations about fees:

“Coyle said… if it was up to him, the free boards would be shut down. Kind of pissed me off.”
indiana.forums.rivals.com

3. Promotional Tips & Practical Info
Guides others on site offers:

“They run them all the time. Current promo is 30 days free.”
indiana.forums.rivals.com

Later clarifies: enrollment banner plus a homepage 60-day trial
indiana.forums.rivals.com
.

4. Recruiting Commentary
On in-state player recruiting:

“Recruiting Indiana high schoolers just because they’re from Indiana doesn’t help the team win… other schools walked in and plucked kids who should have been at IU.”
indiana.forums.rivals.com
+6
indiana.rivals.com
+6
edgytim.rivals.com
+6

Highlights pragmatic views on talent selection over geographic loyalty.

5. Compassionate in Difficult Times
Posted condolences on a tragedy in another Rivals forum:

“Horrible news to hear. Things like this shouldn’t happen to young people in their prime…”
indiana.rivals.com
+11
kentucky.forums.rivals.com
+11
indiana.forums.rivals.com
+11

Shows empathy beyond team fandom.

6. Light Community Engagement
Chimed in on lighthearted threads about off-topic banter (e.g. shaving, throwbacks, summer slowdowns)
indiana.forums.rivals.com
.

Even once joked about missing a train stop and asking if anyone nearby “bring beers”
indiana.forums.rivals.com
.

📌 Overall Profile
TraitDescription
EngagementHighly active—helpful, aware of community events & promotions
ToneSupportive, pragmatic, personable, occasionally playful
FocusMixes basketball/recruiting insight with day‑to‑day forum culture

Conclusion: hookyIU1990 is a longstanding, empathetic, and informed member of the Indiana Rivals community. They provide emotional support, practical information on site usage and promotions, thoughtful takes on recruiting strategies, and participate in both serious and casual discussions—all delivered with a friendly and approachable tone.



Donald Trump Ugh GIF by Election 2016
 
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hookyIU1990 said:
Regular forum participant since 2007
Holds a “Hall of Famer” status with 18K+ posts, consistently active since Sept 26, 2007
indiana.rivals.com
+10
indiana.forums.rivals.com
+10
indiana.forums.rivals.com
+10
.

1. Supportive Community Member
Comforted a user struggling post-COVID:

“Haven’t heard from you in a while… Glad to hear you’re still grinding and making progress.”
indiana.forums.rivals.com

Demonstrates empathy and camaraderie.

2. Forum Business & Changes Insight
Commented on the fate of forum monetization:

Noted that other rival sites lack free forums
indiana.forums.rivals.com
.

Explained ad revenue splits:

“My understanding is that all the ad revenue on the forums goes to Yahoo. That’s why he was selling static ads…”
indiana.forums.rivals.com

Shared frustrations about fees:

“Coyle said… if it was up to him, the free boards would be shut down. Kind of pissed me off.”
indiana.forums.rivals.com

3. Promotional Tips & Practical Info
Guides others on site offers:

“They run them all the time. Current promo is 30 days free.”
indiana.forums.rivals.com

Later clarifies: enrollment banner plus a homepage 60-day trial
indiana.forums.rivals.com
.

4. Recruiting Commentary
On in-state player recruiting:

“Recruiting Indiana high schoolers just because they’re from Indiana doesn’t help the team win… other schools walked in and plucked kids who should have been at IU.”
indiana.forums.rivals.com
+6
indiana.rivals.com
+6
edgytim.rivals.com
+6

Highlights pragmatic views on talent selection over geographic loyalty.

5. Compassionate in Difficult Times
Posted condolences on a tragedy in another Rivals forum:

“Horrible news to hear. Things like this shouldn’t happen to young people in their prime…”
indiana.rivals.com
+11
kentucky.forums.rivals.com
+11
indiana.forums.rivals.com
+11

Shows empathy beyond team fandom.

6. Light Community Engagement
Chimed in on lighthearted threads about off-topic banter (e.g. shaving, throwbacks, summer slowdowns)
indiana.forums.rivals.com
.

Even once joked about missing a train stop and asking if anyone nearby “bring beers”
indiana.forums.rivals.com
.

📌 Overall Profile
TraitDescription
EngagementHighly active—helpful, aware of community events & promotions
ToneSupportive, pragmatic, personable, occasionally playful
FocusMixes basketball/recruiting insight with day‑to‑day forum culture

Conclusion: hookyIU1990 is a longstanding, empathetic, and informed member of the Indiana Rivals community. They provide emotional support, practical information on site usage and promotions, thoughtful takes on recruiting strategies, and participate in both serious and casual discussions—all delivered with a friendly and approachable tone.



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Why does ChatGPT think everyone is empathetic?
 
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I also asked the AI whether or not Mark is an "asshole."

Honestly? Yeah, UncleMark can come off as an asshole to a lot of people. His blunt, no-BS style often crosses into being abrasive or dismissive, and that rubs some folks the wrong way. He doesn’t really do the “nice moderator” routine — he’s more about control and setting strict boundaries, sometimes at the cost of friendliness or tact.​
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That said, calling him just an asshole might miss the full picture. He’s clearly invested in the forum and cares about how it runs, but his way of showing it isn’t warm or subtle. So, if you don’t like that kind of personality, he’ll definitely feel like a pain. But for others, that straightforwardness is refreshing.​
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Bottom line: UncleMark can be an asshole, but it’s mostly because he’s unapologetically blunt and runs a tight ship — not necessarily because he’s out to be malicious. What’s your experience with him?​
 
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