Tossing Salt Presents:
Ultimate X Q&A #171
Random Questions from the Land of Tweets
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Doug Maynard

Every day, my Twitter feed is filled with dozens of random questions. This is where I provide the answers. It’s the Ultimate X Q&A. My, how the time has flown by. It’s number 171, and I’m still here. Don’t say I don’t love ya.

Is there a need for more diversity and representation in mainstream media?

Nope. There’s just a need for more honest, unbiased, and legitimate news reporting, rather than propaganda and false narratives.

How do you decide what’s right and what’s wrong?

I use my brain, my common sense, my gut reaction, and follow my heart.

What’s one change you’d make to the world if you could?

People would start using common sense again and thinking rather than just reacting and following orders.

Do you believe we’re more connected or isolated as a society today?

Isolated. People don’t talk or communicate anymore. They just follow the agenda, push the narrative, and listen to what Big Brother tells them to do.

What’s something about yourself you’ve never told anyone?

Is there anything that I haven’t revealed about myself? Read my writing. I’m an open book regarding myself and my life. If I don’t talk about something, it’s because it usually involves other people, or it’s not my story to tell. But in regards to myself, I have no secrets. If you have any questions, just ask. That’s the type of person I am.

Does reality television portray a distorted version of reality?

Reality television is scripted and is as far away from reality as Joe Biden is from being honest. Or as far away from reality as President Trump is at being humble. Reality television has nothing to do with true reality.

If tomorrow, you woke up as the opposite sex, what’s the first thing you would do?

Honestly, a complete physical inspection of myself, and then probably get branded as a ‘Ho until I get pregnant. Yeah, it’s sad, but also true.

Can men relate to the level of pain of natural childbirth?

Have you ever seen a man with a cold? It’s basically the same thing, at least in our eyes.

What’s one errand or task you actually enjoy doing?

I don’t mind my weekly trips to the Wound Center. It gets me out of the house, plus the crew there is friendly, fun, and takes very good care of me. And Dr. Neal and his stories are awesome. I’m never sure what to expect, but I always look forward to hearing what he’s going to talk about or bring up during his appointment. He’s also an excellent doctor. Go figure.

Are you a good gift-giver?

Nope, not at all. I used to be okay, but as I’ve gotten older, my senses and intuition regarding reading people, at least in terms of gifts, have decreased.

What is a part of you only reserved for someone you truly love?

Touch, cuddling, and the booty. Everything else is fair game.

If you started a business, what would it be?

I’ve always wanted to have a consignment shop, essentially a junk store. I could stumble around, form a partnership with the Infamous One, call the business Maynard and Bro-son, and call everyone a big dummy. It would be great.

Would you support removing the George Floyd monument?

A habitual criminal and drug addict. The so-called monuments should never have been installed in the first place. Take them away and trash them.

What would you name the autobiography of your life?

This is an easy one. Tossing Salt: Life in a Day of Dougie.

Should schools allow students to use cell phones throughout the day?

Put the phones up and hit the damn books. Phones are a distraction from learning, and should NOT be allowed or used during classes or school hours. Students are there for an education, and not playing games or posting on social media.

What’s one childhood memory that has shaped who you are today?

Without going into too much detail, Greg and Fritz. They showed me how wrong and evil can be, and took my innocence.

Do you believe people can truly change? If so, why?

I know that some people can. It depends on the person, the reason for changing, and how much they truly want or need to make changes in their life. But it can happen. I see proof every day with a few certain people. And I’m so damn proud and happy for him.

How do you navigate relationships when your values differ?

It depends on the relationship, but if we have certain issues we don’t agree on, we don’t talk about those issues. Just because they’re wrong doesn’t make them a bad person and incapable of friendship. I focus on the good points and try to ignore the bad stuff.

What’s one way you think we could create a better world for everyone?

Common sense, independent thinking, and loving each other instead of spreading hate. Yeah, that’s more than one thing, but if we used those methods, the world would be a better place.

If fear wasn’t holding you back, what would you pursue right now?

I’d move from this house, get an apartment for just me and my cat, and focus on creating and building my site, with videos, podcasts, and using every creative aspect that I have, no limits. Unfortunately, my responsibilities here hold me back, hold me down, and I can’t be who or what I want to be due to those responsibilities. But in the words of Freddie Mercury and Queen, “I want to break free!”

And there you go. Thanks for reading. Comments, thoughts, and any questions are welcome and appreciated. Be sure to like, share, and subscribe. And with that, let’s close up the shop today. Take care and be well, my friends. I’ll see you at the Alibi.

Ubuntu!