And then come the robots

And the robot war, and then we nuke some planets because we don't like the way they treat their robots, and this will all end in heartbreak.

Kidding! They seem very optimistic and hopeful about finding life-sustaining planets out in the solar system. I wonder, though, if they aren't biased in their search. Looking specifically for Earth-like planets is all well and good--we've some scant evidence that Earth can support life, after all--but who's to say planets not like Earth couldn't do just as well? Silly scientists! Don't you read sci-fi?

Clap if you love Sarah Haskins!

This interview with her is awesome. She strikes the right balance of sincerity and humor in her answers. Got to love this:

What's your favorite show on TV? Why?
I love "30 Rock" because it's so funny and smart and surprising. And I love "Battlestar Galactica" because I have a soft spot for epic stories.

And this:

What do you think the most obnoxious female stereotype is?
Stripper with a heart of gold. Just once in a movie I want the male lead to fall in love with a really mean stripper. Or have the stripper take one look at him and say, "There is no way I am ever falling in love with a train wreck like you. Get a job, loser."

Because: fuck yesssssss. I loathe this stereotype almost more than any other. It's at the heart of all the problematic interpretations of women, the idea that sex work is inherently degrading except for that one hot chick that a guy can redeem by securing her allegiance to his single, non-paying cock.

Oh, and this:

What's your opinion -- are guys intimidated by funny women?
Stupid guys are. I think guys who appreciate funny women are a cooler brand of guy. They're probably more secure in themselves and just like laughing. That's a great quality. Why wouldn't you want people in your life with a wonderful sense of humor?

MARRY ME, SARAH.