ISJ recruited the most sought-after self-taught business guru who would take our calls to reveal to you the secrets of succeeding in business while really, really trying. We present: Matt Hyams. This week, Matt talks about how important first impressions are and he reveals the "Susan Secret" and why it works on everyone. For more,... Continue Reading →
ISJ’s Guide to the 7 Essentials for a Properly Stocked Home Bar
by Craig Packard It’s a well-known fact that man co-evolved along with alcoholic beverages. Or maybe we just made that up. But it sounds true-ish. The well-traveled amongst us will know that, no matter where you go, you will find a strong tradition of a drinking culture. Pick a country: obviously the Irish are known... Continue Reading →
Mansplainer: Life Hacks
Many people ask me how I seem to have it all figured out and be successful at everything without overreaching or underachieving. They ask me how I have attained fulfillment, contentment, and self-actualization while retaining a healthy ambition and curiosity. They ask me how it is that I seem to have no problems or issues... Continue Reading →
Ask this Asian Chick: Her GBF
Hey Asian Chick, My girlfriend has this best friend who is a gay dude. Whatever, I'm cool with that, I guess. Every time she hangs out with him, I swear she comes home and nags me about something. I thought he liked me--he's always buying me drinks and calling me "hunky", so I figured we... Continue Reading →
Porsche 911: A Bromance
By Jason Schauer The king of the road has always been, and likely always will be, the venerable Porsche 911. The 911 is quite simply the greatest car ever created. Period. To those who know, no explanation is needed. To those that do not, no explanation will suffice. But in the immortal words of young... Continue Reading →
ISJ Investigates: Can You Be Sexy Even if You are Not French?
Chances are, no. However, we first need to examine what makes a man sexy, according to the 300 women we polled between the ages of 24-40. (Because, after a woman is 40 she's just happy if a man has a job, so we hear.) A Frenchman just has that certain je ne sais quoi women love--or more... Continue Reading →
The 1973-74 Ducati Super Sport and Me: a Bromance
by Craig Packard The 1973-74 Ducati 750 Super Sport is quite simply, the finest motorcycle ever produced. That's right, I said it. Fight me. Let me be clear, I don't own one of these, and although I might like to, one doesn't own a bike like this. At best, one is a rider, a caretaker, and foremost,... Continue Reading →
10 Signs You May Be Too Close to Your Mom
10. She insists on doing your laundry... and you live in different states. 9. Her first response, on hearing that you're dating someone new, is: "Oh, Christ!" 8. She already knows more about your new girlfriend than you do... before meeting her. 7. Mother won't let anyone dirty get through. 6. She still refers to... Continue Reading →
When to Tell Her Your Last Five Girlfriends Were Also Japanese
By Geoffrey P. Baron You've been dating for about a month now and it's going great. She laughs at your jokes and seems to really respect you and your many opinions. At some point, soon, you're going to need to reveal a little more about your past. Specifically, that your last five girlfriends were also... Continue Reading →
How to Tell Your Friend You Didn’t Invite His Girlfriend
by Geoffrey P. Baron Ever since Connor met Alisha they have been joined at the hip. It was okay at first- she's pretty cool, for a girl, and she's a good cook. But he started bringing her everywhere: to the game, to poker night (she brought that 7-layer dip thing!), on that week-long backpacking trip... Continue Reading →

