The Wolf Pack

10/07/2025

It's National Taco Day! What Topping Can Ruin a Taco?

Today is not only "Taco Tuesday," it's also National Taco Day. Previously, it was always October 4th . . . but last year they changed it so that it falls on the first Tuesday of October, for the "Taco Tuesday" tie-in.
Naturally, many places are having special deals on tacos today, mostly through loyalty apps and programs. Taco Bell is offering soft tacos for a buck . . . Jack in the Box has two free tacos with a purchase . . . and there are also deals at Del Taco, 7-Eleven, El Pollo Loco, and Moe's Southwest Grill. (And even more.)
Tacos are MASSIVELY popular in the U.S., because they're good, even when they're bad. But if you try hard enough, you CAN ruin a taco.
A while back, a food blog asked, "What's the absolute WORST taco topping?" The most popular responses include:

1. Cilantro, which is notoriously divisive.
2. Black olives, which are also fairly divisive.
3. Lettuce. It's unclear if the main issue is wilted lettuce . . . the wrong type . . . OR if people are just opposed to "unnecessary" greens.
4. Cheese. This may come from people who are lactose intolerant, but several people specifically mentioned American cheese or liquid cheese sauce.
5. Sour cream.
6. Pineapple. (???)
7. Radish.
8. Broccoli.
9. Onion, particularly raw onion.
10. Tomato, particularly raw or "mushy" tomato.

10/07/2025

The Best Pop-Culture Costumes for Halloween 2025

Sure, you could be a pirate or a mummy this Halloween. But if you wanna have your finger on the pulse of what's happening now, "Variety" put together this list of the Best Pop-Culture Halloween Costumes.
Here are some highlights:

1. Leonardo DiCaprio (Bob Ferguson) in "One Battle After Another"
2. Labubu . . . those collectible plush toys
3. Oasis
4. Brad Pitt (Sonny Hayes) in "F1"
5. Gladys in "Weapons"
6. Taylor Swift in her "Life of a Showgirl" era
7. The girl group Huntr/x (or any character really) in "KPop Demon Hunters"
8. Frankenstein's monster (Guillermo del Toro's version hits select theaters on the 17th.)
9. Michael B. Jordan (as the twins Stack and Smoke) in "Sinners"
10. Glinda and Elphaba in "Wicked"

10/06/2025

This is what being a radio engineer will do to you. LOL

10/06/2025

The States That Have the Most "Gold Diggers"

Everyone knows about the California Gold Rush of the mid-1800s, but which states have the most modern-day GOLD DIGGERS? (And no, this isn't minin' and pannin', it's marryin' and inheritin'!) (???)
A "divorce-coaching company" determined which states have the most "gold diggers" by looking at several financial factors like "concentration of millionaire and billionaires, and hourly wage and cost of living in each state."
And they combined that with dating app behaviors and online searches for phrases like: "Sugar daddy" . . . "sugar mommy" . . . "sugar baby" . . . and "marry rich."
In the end, the state that supposedly has the MOST gold diggers is: Florida, followed by Nevada . . . Texas . . . California . . . New York . . . Colorado . . . Georgia . . . Tennessee . . . Maryland . . . and Indiana.
The state with the LEAST gold diggers is: Vermont, followed by Nebraska . . . Montana . . . Wyoming . . . Maine . . . South Dakota . . . Alaska . . . Iowa . . . New Hampshire . . . and Idaho.

10/06/2025

Science Says That Waiting Is Good for Your Brain

If you polled 100 people, and asked them the question, "Do you enjoy waiting?" How many people would say yes? Maybe two?
But a new study just came out that says waiting is actually GOOD for you. So, try to remember that the next time you're losing your mind at the DMV.
Here are the reasons why:

1. Being okay with waiting improves your self-control. Waiting is an exercise in patience. So being able to regulate your emotions and not get annoyed will only help you in the long run.

2. Waiting before you respond to an email or make a purchase can be a lifesaver. People tend to react impulsively. This intentional pause before you make a big decision could be the difference.

3. Waiting can also be fun, if you savor it. How many times has the excitement and countdown for your trip been better than the trip itself? If you turn waiting into a game, it can be fun.

So, instead of seeing waiting as an inconvenience, try to re-frame it in your mind. Think of it as an opportunity to reflect. Or give your brain the gift of zoning out, free from judgment.

10/03/2025

🐾🎤 Paws on Parade: Raise the Woof Edition! 🎤🐾

This week, instead of featuring a furry friend, we’re showcasing two comedians in their dog versions—Nate Ford and Jeff Frame—who are set to take the stage at Raise the Woof Comedy Night!

Nate Ford has spent over two decades leaving audiences in stitches across the country, from dive bars to Last Comic Standing and The Prairie Home Companion. He’s shared stages with comedy greats like Bill Burr, Tony Rock, and even the infamous Trailer Park Boys. His energy and wit guarantee a night of nonstop laughter.

Jeff Frame, originally from Missoula and now based in Los Angeles, brings his sharp storytelling and hilarious takes on family life, kids, and even pet parrots. You may have seen him on FX’s You’re The Worst, Hulu’s Amazing Johnathan documentary, or heard him on the Who Did It First Podcast. He’s also the director of Bert Kreischer: I Am The Machine.

🎤🐾 Raise the Woof Comedy Night 🐾🎤
📅 Saturday, October 4, 2025 | 📍 The Do Bar Hall
🕕 6:00 PM – Cocktail Hour & Silent Auction | 🕖 7:00 PM – Comedians take the stage

Come laugh, have fun, and help support the animals at the City of Great Falls Animal Shelter!

🎟 Tickets (No Ticket Fees):
General Admission: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/DEABPNVMNZ4YG
VIP Admission: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/5C6P73Y753P6N

10/03/2025

Wow just wow. Let help them get their stuff back.

10/03/2025

Oh, Great: You May Have to Pay to Apply for Jobs, Thanks to A.I.

If you've been using A.I. to help with a job search, you may be thinking, "Cool, maybe A.I. isn't so bad after all." But there's a downside.
Some companies have been so swamped with A.I.-generated applications that hiring managers are looking for a way to separate the humans from the machines.
About 20% of companies say they've considered a pay-to-apply system, and nearly 90% of them say they're likely to adopt it at some point.
The idea is that they might start requiring an APPLICATION FEE, like some colleges have. This way, they can reduce the clutter . . . and filter the human-made résumés from the stacks of A.I.-generated ones.
There aren't any details on how this would work, but someone has suggested applicants pay $10 to submit their résumé.
On one hand, this would be frustrating for desperate people who spend their entire day applying for jobs . . . and don't have extra cash to send over with every application, just to be considered.
But on the other hand, maybe this could give you a LEG UP on getting eyeballs on YOUR application. And show that you DO really want it.
Of course, there are also companies that are using A.I. themselves . . . to filter out applicants who are using A.I. (And, who may just want A.I. to do the job anyway.)

10/03/2025

79% of Adults Will Celebrate Halloween, but Most Won't Dress Up

An early Halloween poll found 79% of adults plan to celebrate it this year. But that doesn't mean they're dressing up for it. Most of us won't.
Less than half of adults planning to celebrate Halloween will wear a costume, 39%. And two things can predict how into Halloween you are . . . age and kids.
93% of Gen Z adults will celebrate in one way or another, compared to 66% of Boomers. That includes dressing up, handing out candy, or just putting a pumpkin on your doorstep.
People with kids at home are also more likely to go big on Halloween. 52% of parents will dress up, compared to 29% of people without kids. Half of parents will also go trick-or-treating . . . and so will 17% of adults without kids. (That's likely a lot of aunts and uncles helping out . . . plus a few weirdos.)
Here are a few more stats on how we're planning to celebrate Halloween . . .
1. 57% of adults who plan to celebrate will give out candy. 47% will decorate . . . 40% will carve pumpkins . . . and 39% will wear a costume.
2. A third of pet owners are looking at costumes for their pet. They'll spend an average of $22 on them. A full half of Gen Z pet owners plan to dress up their pet, and spend around $50. So, more than twice the average.
3. Gen Z will spend the most overall. The average Boomer household will spend $93 on candy, decorations, and costumes . . . compared to $622 for Gen Z. (!!!) (Screw that student loan payment. I need a Sexy Labubu costume!)
That's $622 per HOUSEHOLD, not per person. The oldest Gen Z'ers are pushing 30 now, so some of them do have kids. The average spend across all age groups is $420 per household.
4. Having kids makes Halloween a lot more expensive. The average spend for parents is $652. For people without kids, it's $215.
5. Buying candy in bulk is our top money-saving strategy. 57% will do it . . . 24% will switch to less-expensive candy this year . . . 28% plan to reuse or borrow an old costume . . . and 38% will D.I.Y. their costumes or decorations. (A poll earlier this week found 52% of parents will D.I.Y. it.)

10/02/2025

Trivia Time Again! This Friday is another Kpop Demon Hunters Party at Wheels of Thunder! First correct answer wins a ticket!
Q3: Which animals accompany Jinu in the story?

10/01/2025

Here is the latest from The Electric

A water main replacement project will close some streets on the northwest side of Great Falls. The city contracted with Central Plumbing, Heating, Excavation to replace water mains along 13th Street Northwest, between 5th Ave Northwest and Central Avenue West. The project is scheduled to take about....