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29 Embarrassing Moments People Didn’t Realize Who They’re Talking To And Made A Fool Out Of Themselves
If you're going to criticize somebody or call someone out on something, it's probably best that you know who you’re talking to. Because as you can see from this hilariously cringeworthy list compiled by Bored Panda, all sorts of awkwardness can ensue when you don't do your research first. From a know-it-all correcting J.K. Rowling about the reason behind Severus Snape's demise, to a clueless smartass who asked the Prime Minister of Malta who his sources were when he tweeted about a potential hijack situation, the examples below serve as an important reminder that if you aren't sure who you’re talking to then maybe keep your opinions to yourself. Don't forget to vote for your favorite!
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#1
Twitter User Tells Woman With PHD In Astrophysics That She Needs To Learn Some Science
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#2
That Is Amazing
#3
Stupid Hipster Chick
Zenozenobee 8 years ago
Whaow... trying to act as an ultimate Star Wars fanboy without recognizing Natalie Portman... interesting how some people are able to destroy their credibility without any external help...
#4
Mansplaining
Pia Clarke 8 years ago
This is too funny. People need to check stuff like author before trying to sound intelligent lol
#5
Harry Potter Fan Reveals Snape's True Motivation To... JK Rowling
#6
What's Tony Hawk Up To These Days?
#7
What Do Women Know About Comics, Really?
#8
Marvel Talent Scout Asks To See Aspiring Artists Work. Is Told To Go Away
Not My Name 8 years ago
Wow! Not a smart move. Anytime someone asks to see my art it's always a YES! You never know who the person asking could be and even if they're not a talent scout or such, word of mouth is better than nothing.
#9
You'd Think The Prime Minister Would Know
#10
Patronizing Programmer Gets Told
Pia Clarke 8 years ago
Programming is like religion. Everybody has their preferences. So she's not into Java, and this dude is... It's like making a priest and an imam discuss if christianity or islam is the right way to go.
#11
Talent Scout "Discovers" Annie Lennox, Offers Her A Chance In The Industry
#12
Footballer Jay Rodriguez's Dad Calls Out Twitter Rumours
#13
Trashy Girl
Vlad Horobet 8 years ago
That's actually such a huge rekt. But then again, I don't think he understands any of these jobs names.
#14
Farmer Asked If He's Ever Worked On A Farm
darknessIsMyOutfit 8 years ago
Is Jersey cow giving chocolate milk reminds me of my really really stupid ex he asked me "does chocolate milk come from those genetically engineered brown cows" I couldn't believe what I was hearing
#15
Lewis Black Looking On While Fans Pose With A Lewis Black Poster
#16
I Wrote The Article
#17
A Player On The Dallas Cowboys Gets Called A Bandwagon Fan
#18
"What Do You Know About Terrorism?" He's Former Head Of Anti-Terrorist Intelligence And Special Branch In Northern Ireland
Josie Riley 8 years ago
Well, at least Stevie tried... but he did end up making an 8yr old's comeback
#19
What Did You Do?
#20
Got Any Sources For That Horseshit?
Hayley Lightcap 8 years ago
That's really common information so why is the green guy so pissed off?
#21
Official Lights Out Review
#22
When People Ask World Record Holder To Take A Picture Of Them
#23
I Was There
#24
People On Twitter Don't Realise They Are Arguing What Caused The Fall Of Rome With The Professor Of Classics At Cambridge
#25
The Drummer Of The Smiths Is Told A Fact
#26
I Am The Reference — Co-Author Of Zlib Gets Asked For Wikipedia References
#27
Person Tells Editor Of National Review Online That He Needs To Try Reading Conservative News Sources
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#29
When You Assume
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Hans 8 years ago
Much embarassing stuff here, but also much strange stuff. People asking for sources are just right. If you make claims, state the sources, as easy as it is...also big names make mistakes. In science, you can have a track record to the Mars, if the next article your write lacks essential references, it will be rejected, at least if submitted to serious outlets.
The Cappy 8 years ago
Agreed. There’s as much arrogance on the one side as there’s ignorance on the other. You’d think the scholars at least would understand the fallacy of argument from authority. But I guess that only applies to other people.
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Sheena Leversedge Wood 8 years ago
don't see what's embarassing about 21. if you're not interested in sport, why would you recognise the person. they wanted a picture of the two of them, and asked a passer by. nothing wrong or embarassing about that. in the unlikely event I recognised a sports person, I'd have no reason to want a picture with them, but I might want a picture of me and a friend having a nice day out.
Jace 8 years ago
Yeah I didn't understand that one at all. Maybe she felt unrecognized, but I have no idea who she is. I've no interest in sports. Should I want her to get my autograph if she's never seen what I'm famous for? Oh wait, I'm not famous. Ha ha
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Patrick Farley 8 years ago
keep checking. Betting in a week there'll be 15-20+ pages
Load More Replies... Hans 8 years ago
Much embarassing stuff here, but also much strange stuff. People asking for sources are just right. If you make claims, state the sources, as easy as it is...also big names make mistakes. In science, you can have a track record to the Mars, if the next article your write lacks essential references, it will be rejected, at least if submitted to serious outlets.
The Cappy 8 years ago
Agreed. There’s as much arrogance on the one side as there’s ignorance on the other. You’d think the scholars at least would understand the fallacy of argument from authority. But I guess that only applies to other people.
Load More Replies... Sheena Leversedge Wood 8 years ago
don't see what's embarassing about 21. if you're not interested in sport, why would you recognise the person. they wanted a picture of the two of them, and asked a passer by. nothing wrong or embarassing about that. in the unlikely event I recognised a sports person, I'd have no reason to want a picture with them, but I might want a picture of me and a friend having a nice day out.
Jace 8 years ago
Yeah I didn't understand that one at all. Maybe she felt unrecognized, but I have no idea who she is. I've no interest in sports. Should I want her to get my autograph if she's never seen what I'm famous for? Oh wait, I'm not famous. Ha ha
Load More Replies... Patrick Farley 8 years ago
keep checking. Betting in a week there'll be 15-20+ pages
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