TAM 2012 Las Vegas - Page 9

The Central Scrutinizer · 8th June 2012, 12:22 PM

Originally Posted by AdMan

Not speaker-related, but this seems to be a pretty big announcement (and one I'm glad to see):

That was actually announced last year. I'm surprised it wasn't mentioned until now.

AdMan · 8th June 2012, 12:28 PM

Originally Posted by The Central Scrutinizer

That was actually announced last year. I'm surprised it wasn't mentioned until now.

Really? I don't remember that. The one I do remember was that the Dawkins Foundation would be paying for child care services.

Glad to see both announcements.

The Central Scrutinizer · 8th June 2012, 12:29 PM

Originally Posted by AdMan

Really? I don't remember that. The one I do remember was that the Dawkins Foundation would be paying for child care services.

Glad to see both announcements.

Wait....something fishy is going on here.

Did you make an edit? Or am I imagining things? I would have swore your quote was about the child care.

AdMan · 8th June 2012, 12:57 PM

Originally Posted by The Central Scrutinizer

Wait....something fishy is going on here.

Did you make an edit? Or am I imagining things? I would have swore your quote was about the child care.

Nope. My only edit was to add "(and one I'm glad to see)".

The Central Scrutinizer · 8th June 2012, 01:47 PM

FYI: Surly Amy is up to 19 scholarships!

Chris Haynes · 9th June 2012, 09:58 PM

Originally Posted by The Central Scrutinizer

FYI: Surly Amy is up to 19 scholarships!

That is awesome. Unfortunately medical issues of a child (mostly recovery) prevent me from attending TAM.

Baloney · 10th June 2012, 07:00 AM

Originally Posted by Chris Haynes

That is awesome. Unfortunately medical issues of a child (mostly recovery) prevent me from attending TAM.

Sorry to hear that, on both counts.

Allecher · 10th June 2012, 07:52 AM

Originally Posted by The Central Scrutinizer

FYI: Surly Amy is up to 19 scholarships!

How many forum scholarships have we done this year?

rcfieldz · 11th June 2012, 12:16 PM

As it seems by now, unless things change, I will not be able to attend this year. Sounds like a great time is to be. Maybe next year...

Paul C. Anagnostopoulos · 13th June 2012, 02:39 PM

I'm sitting in bed recovering from surgery so I can't get the exact number, but I think we have awarded about 25 forum grants.

~~Paul

Baloney · 13th June 2012, 02:44 PM

Originally Posted by Paul C. Anagnostopoulos

I'm sitting in bed recovering from surgery so I can't get the exact number, but I think we have awarded about 25 forum grants.

~~Paul

Glad you're recovering! And that's a terrific turn out on the grants!

Susan Gerbic · 5th July 2012, 08:21 AM

http://forums.randi.org/showthread.php?t=238703

I think I know of another room that has a female that needs a room mate (same rate)

Looking for room mates at this thread

Allecher · 6th July 2012, 07:00 PM

This will be my first time to have a rental car in Vegas. I see that South Point has a free valet and it seems that might be more secure than parking in the deck. But how does tipping work for valets? Do you tip when you drop it off, when you pick it up, or both? And what is a reasonable amount?

AdMan · 6th July 2012, 07:18 PM

Originally Posted by Allecher

This will be my first time to have a rental car in Vegas. I see that South Point has a free valet and it seems that might be more secure than parking in the deck. But how does tipping work for valets? Do you tip when you drop it off, when you pick it up, or both? And what is a reasonable amount?

Tip only when you get the car back, and it's $1 or $2 each time (maybe $2 since it's free?). But I'm not sure that valet parking would be any more secure, actually. Why would it be? I think maybe it's just more convenient, if you don't want to go out walking in the heat and prefer waiting in the A/C.

dasmiller · 6th July 2012, 07:55 PM

Originally Posted by Allecher

This will be my first time to have a rental car in Vegas. I see that South Point has a free valet and it seems that might be more secure than parking in the deck.

The South Point parking structure seemed decent to me. I'd avoid leaving a car out in the sun, of course, but I was always comfortable leaving my car in the structure.

The Central Scrutinizer · 6th July 2012, 09:32 PM

Originally Posted by Allecher

This will be my first time to have a rental car in Vegas. I see that South Point has a free valet and it seems that might be more secure than parking in the deck. But how does tipping work for valets? Do you tip when you drop it off, when you pick it up, or both? And what is a reasonable amount?

Pick up.

$5.00

WillyWonka · 8th July 2012, 06:44 PM

Originally Posted by dasmiller

The South Point parking structure seemed decent to me. I'd avoid leaving a car out in the sun, of course, but I was always comfortable leaving my car in the structure.

I left my rental car in the parking structure last year with no problem. There are likely cameras for security.

Dicon · 10th July 2012, 02:56 PM

Originally Posted by Allecher

This will be my first time to have a rental car in Vegas. I see that South Point has a free valet and it seems that might be more secure than parking in the deck. But how does tipping work for valets? Do you tip when you drop it off, when you pick it up, or both? And what is a reasonable amount?

There is really no need to do this. Don't leave anything of value in the car -- or at least not in sight inside the car -- and it will be fine.

AdMan · 10th July 2012, 04:09 PM

Hearing from TAMmers who are already in Vegas that expected attendance is 1200+.

I'm in CVG airport on my way there...

dasmiller · 10th July 2012, 05:08 PM

I was at TAMs 8 & 9, not going to this one, but all afternoon I kept thinking things like "I could run home, pack a bag, and be at South Point by 7 o'clock . . ."

<sigh> have fun, everyone. Hopefully I'll make it next year.

gerdbonk · 11th July 2012, 10:14 PM

Are tickets available at the registration desk? I usually register online, but I'll be making my attendance decision literally at noon tomorrow, and if it's a go I just want to know if I won't arrive in vain.

AdMan · 11th July 2012, 10:35 PM

Originally Posted by gerdbonk

Are tickets available at the registration desk? I usually register online, but I'll be making my attendance decision literally at noon tomorrow, and if it's a go I just want to know if I won't arrive in vain.

It should not be a problem. It's not sold out.

TubbaBlubba · 12th July 2012, 08:52 PM

I feel terribly asocial and introverted this year. Dunno why. Good thing I can blame jetlag. Might be better tomorrow.

bumlet5 · 14th July 2012, 12:32 AM

Originally Posted by TubbaBlubba

I feel terribly asocial and introverted this year. Dunno why. Good thing I can blame jetlag. Might be better tomorrow.

I see you wandering the hall and I'm not sure whether you want to be alone or not.

TubbaBlubba · 14th July 2012, 01:12 PM

Me neither but I'm beter now.

squareone · 14th July 2012, 01:26 PM

Jamy Ian Swiss gave an amazing 'surprise keynote' speech this morning!

AdMan · 14th July 2012, 01:48 PM

Originally Posted by squareone

Jamy Ian Swiss gave an amazing 'surprise keynote' speech this morning!

Yup. Definitely one to watch out for on YouTube if you didn't get to see it live.

Pamela Gay's talk a bit later was also terrific, and addressed some of the "elephant in the room" issues.

TubbaBlubba · 14th July 2012, 03:27 PM

I'm looking forward to Krauss.

Paul2 · 14th July 2012, 08:47 PM

So far there have been a lot of great speakers, only a few duds, well above par

Paul2 · 14th July 2012, 08:48 PM

On to the del mar, see you there kids

craigirving · 15th July 2012, 02:03 PM

Any new merch available this year? I hope JREF keeps pumping out those YouTube vids, but I'll gladly buy the DVDs also. Any new content from TAM8 or TAM9 by any chance?

(I'm especially hoping to re-watch Lawrence Krauss and Jennifer Michael Hecht's lectures from last year).

Baloney · 20th July 2012, 08:55 AM

Originally Posted by TubbaBlubba

I feel terribly asocial and introverted this year. Dunno why. Good thing I can blame jetlag. Might be better tomorrow.

I hope, after my constant harassment, you at least didn't feel uncared for.

8th June 2012, 12:22 PM	#321
The Central Scrutinizer Penultimate Amazing Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: The White Zone Posts: 42,278	Originally Posted by AdMan Not speaker-related, but this seems to be a pretty big announcement (and one I'm glad to see): That was actually announced last year. I'm surprised it wasn't mentioned until now.
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8th June 2012, 12:28 PM	#322
AdMan Philosopher Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 7,201	Originally Posted by The Central Scrutinizer That was actually announced last year. I'm surprised it wasn't mentioned until now. Really? I don't remember that. The one I do remember was that the Dawkins Foundation would be paying for child care services. Glad to see both announcements.
AdMan Philosopher Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 7,201

8th June 2012, 12:29 PM	#323
The Central Scrutinizer Penultimate Amazing Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: The White Zone Posts: 42,278	Originally Posted by AdMan Really? I don't remember that. The one I do remember was that the Dawkins Foundation would be paying for child care services. Glad to see both announcements. Wait....something fishy is going on here. Did you make an edit? Or am I imagining things? I would have swore your quote was about the child care.
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8th June 2012, 12:57 PM	#324
AdMan Philosopher Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 7,201	Originally Posted by The Central Scrutinizer Wait....something fishy is going on here. Did you make an edit? Or am I imagining things? I would have swore your quote was about the child care. Nope. My only edit was to add "(and one I'm glad to see)".
AdMan Philosopher Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 7,201

8th June 2012, 01:47 PM	#325
The Central Scrutinizer Penultimate Amazing Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: The White Zone Posts: 42,278	FYI: Surly Amy is up to 19 scholarships!
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9th June 2012, 09:58 PM	#326
Chris Haynes Perfectly Poisonous Person Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Wacky Washington Way Out West Posts: 4,205	Originally Posted by The Central Scrutinizer FYI: Surly Amy is up to 19 scholarships! That is awesome. Unfortunately medical issues of a child (mostly recovery) prevent me from attending TAM.
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10th June 2012, 07:00 AM	#327
Baloney Muse Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: America! (F, yeah!) Posts: 666	Originally Posted by Chris Haynes That is awesome. Unfortunately medical issues of a child (mostly recovery) prevent me from attending TAM. Sorry to hear that, on both counts.
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10th June 2012, 07:52 AM	#328
Allecher Critical Thinker Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Arkansas Posts: 386	Originally Posted by The Central Scrutinizer FYI: Surly Amy is up to 19 scholarships! How many forum scholarships have we done this year?
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11th June 2012, 12:16 PM	#329
rcfieldz Muse Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: U.S.A. Posts: 819	wish I was there As it seems by now, unless things change, I will not be able to attend this year. Sounds like a great time is to be. Maybe next year...
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13th June 2012, 02:39 PM	#330
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13th June 2012, 02:44 PM	#331
Baloney Muse Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: America! (F, yeah!) Posts: 666	Originally Posted by Paul C. Anagnostopoulos I'm sitting in bed recovering from surgery so I can't get the exact number, but I think we have awarded about 25 forum grants. ~~Paul Glad you're recovering! And that's a terrific turn out on the grants!
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5th July 2012, 08:21 AM	#332
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6th July 2012, 07:00 PM	#333
Allecher Critical Thinker Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Arkansas Posts: 386	This will be my first time to have a rental car in Vegas. I see that South Point has a free valet and it seems that might be more secure than parking in the deck. But how does tipping work for valets? Do you tip when you drop it off, when you pick it up, or both? And what is a reasonable amount?
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6th July 2012, 07:18 PM	#334
AdMan Philosopher Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 7,201	Originally Posted by Allecher This will be my first time to have a rental car in Vegas. I see that South Point has a free valet and it seems that might be more secure than parking in the deck. But how does tipping work for valets? Do you tip when you drop it off, when you pick it up, or both? And what is a reasonable amount? Tip only when you get the car back, and it's $1 or $2 each time (maybe $2 since it's free?). But I'm not sure that valet parking would be any more secure, actually. Why would it be? I think maybe it's just more convenient, if you don't want to go out walking in the heat and prefer waiting in the A/C.
AdMan Philosopher Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 7,201	Last edited by AdMan; 6th July 2012 at 07:33 PM.

6th July 2012, 07:55 PM	#335
dasmiller Just the right amount of cowbell Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Well past Hither, looking for Yon Posts: 3,464	Originally Posted by Allecher This will be my first time to have a rental car in Vegas. I see that South Point has a free valet and it seems that might be more secure than parking in the deck. The South Point parking structure seemed decent to me. I'd avoid leaving a car out in the sun, of course, but I was always comfortable leaving my car in the structure.
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6th July 2012, 09:32 PM	#336
The Central Scrutinizer Penultimate Amazing Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: The White Zone Posts: 42,278	Originally Posted by Allecher This will be my first time to have a rental car in Vegas. I see that South Point has a free valet and it seems that might be more secure than parking in the deck. But how does tipping work for valets? Do you tip when you drop it off, when you pick it up, or both? And what is a reasonable amount? Pick up. $5.00
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8th July 2012, 06:44 PM	#337
WillyWonka Thinker Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: The Great White North Posts: 157	Originally Posted by dasmiller The South Point parking structure seemed decent to me. I'd avoid leaving a car out in the sun, of course, but I was always comfortable leaving my car in the structure. I left my rental car in the parking structure last year with no problem. There are likely cameras for security.

10th July 2012, 02:56 PM	#338
Dicon is not a radish Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Grumpy in Seattle Posts: 2,970	Originally Posted by Allecher This will be my first time to have a rental car in Vegas. I see that South Point has a free valet and it seems that might be more secure than parking in the deck. But how does tipping work for valets? Do you tip when you drop it off, when you pick it up, or both? And what is a reasonable amount? There is really no need to do this. Don't leave anything of value in the car -- or at least not in sight inside the car -- and it will be fine.

10th July 2012, 04:09 PM	#339
AdMan Philosopher Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 7,201	Hearing from TAMmers who are already in Vegas that expected attendance is 1200+. I'm in CVG airport on my way there...
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10th July 2012, 05:08 PM	#340
dasmiller Just the right amount of cowbell Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Well past Hither, looking for Yon Posts: 3,464	I was at TAMs 8 & 9, not going to this one, but all afternoon I kept thinking things like "I could run home, pack a bag, and be at South Point by 7 o'clock . . ." <sigh> have fun, everyone. Hopefully I'll make it next year.
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11th July 2012, 10:14 PM	#341
gerdbonk Illuminator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: El Pueblo de Nuestra Señora la Reina de los Ángeles del Río de Porciúncula Posts: 3,089	Are tickets available at the registration desk? I usually register online, but I'll be making my attendance decision literally at noon tomorrow, and if it's a go I just want to know if I won't arrive in vain.
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11th July 2012, 10:35 PM	#342
AdMan Philosopher Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 7,201	Originally Posted by gerdbonk Are tickets available at the registration desk? I usually register online, but I'll be making my attendance decision literally at noon tomorrow, and if it's a go I just want to know if I won't arrive in vain. It should not be a problem. It's not sold out.
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12th July 2012, 08:52 PM	#343
TubbaBlubba Knave of the Dudes Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Communist Kingdom of Sweden Posts: 7,414	I feel terribly asocial and introverted this year. Dunno why. Good thing I can blame jetlag. Might be better tomorrow.
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14th July 2012, 12:32 AM	#344
bumlet5 Indescribable Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: The dark recesses of my imagination. Posts: 4,209	Originally Posted by TubbaBlubba I feel terribly asocial and introverted this year. Dunno why. Good thing I can blame jetlag. Might be better tomorrow. I see you wandering the hall and I'm not sure whether you want to be alone or not.
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14th July 2012, 01:12 PM	#345
TubbaBlubba Knave of the Dudes Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Communist Kingdom of Sweden Posts: 7,414	Me neither but I'm beter now.
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14th July 2012, 01:26 PM	#346
squareone Scholar Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 91	Jamy Ian Swiss gave an amazing 'surprise keynote' speech this morning!
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14th July 2012, 01:48 PM	#347
AdMan Philosopher Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 7,201	Originally Posted by squareone Jamy Ian Swiss gave an amazing 'surprise keynote' speech this morning! Yup. Definitely one to watch out for on YouTube if you didn't get to see it live. Pamela Gay's talk a bit later was also terrific, and addressed some of the "elephant in the room" issues.
AdMan Philosopher Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 7,201	__________________ It is far better to grasp the universe as it really is than to persist in delusion, however satisfying and reassuring. - Carl Sagan

14th July 2012, 03:27 PM	#348
TubbaBlubba Knave of the Dudes Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Communist Kingdom of Sweden Posts: 7,414	I'm looking forward to Krauss.
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14th July 2012, 08:47 PM	#349
Paul2 Graduate Poster Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 1,492	So far there have been a lot of great speakers, only a few duds, well above par
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14th July 2012, 08:48 PM	#350
Paul2 Graduate Poster Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 1,492	On to the del mar, see you there kids
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15th July 2012, 02:03 PM	#351
craigirving New Blood Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 17	Any new merch available this year? I hope JREF keeps pumping out those YouTube vids, but I'll gladly buy the DVDs also. Any new content from TAM8 or TAM9 by any chance? (I'm especially hoping to re-watch Lawrence Krauss and Jennifer Michael Hecht's lectures from last year).
craigirving New Blood Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 17	Last edited by craigirving; 15th July 2012 at 02:05 PM.

20th July 2012, 08:55 AM	#352
Baloney Muse Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: America! (F, yeah!) Posts: 666	Originally Posted by TubbaBlubba I feel terribly asocial and introverted this year. Dunno why. Good thing I can blame jetlag. Might be better tomorrow. I hope, after my constant harassment, you at least didn't feel uncared for.
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