Category Archives: Ask Joey C

myra dettelbach interviews the interviewer part 1

Myra Dettelbach a Junior at Endicott College was assigned to interview the most awkward looking blogger in Massachusetts.  After searching through dozens of blogger profiles she settled on the goofiest looking blogger with the largest bald spot Joey C.  Here … Continue reading

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George Carlin answers Joey’s “midget” question

Joey’s astute observation about our increasing overuse of euphemisms deserves more than a mere comment in support of his legitimate question.  My favorite answer to this issue (and the funniest, too) was given by George Carlin some years ago.  Check … Continue reading

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Ask Joey C: Cocky Teen or Obnoxious Adolescent? With A Reader Poll

This just in to the Ask Joey Mailbag- Horny 32 year old asks- Hi Joey I’d like your opinion on a situation that just happened here at the restaurant. I’m a server at #f%&(*^ Restaurant, I’m 32 years old and … Continue reading

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2 chances this weekend to be offended by somebody other than our boy Joey

Our boy Joey needs a break. Between non PC humor and MFers dying, it should be clear that we’re heaping way too much stress on him during his vacation. Really, folks, we all need to find someone else to complain … Continue reading

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Mary Page Turbine Question

Hi Joey What’s with the wind turbines? Some days all three are motionless, another day only one is turning, today two of the three are in motion. Are the two in motion generating power for Gloucester Engineering and Varian, and … Continue reading

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Jesus I’m Disgusting- Male Armpit Hair Poll

I’m gonna spare y’all the nasty photograph of my armpit hair but I have a burning question that can only be answered with a thoroughly scientific GMG reader poll. As I get older my armpit hair much like my nose … Continue reading

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Does anyone offer jewelry classes on Cape Ann?

Hi Joey, I was wondering if you knew of any jewelry classes in Gloucester or Cape Ann? Thanks, Donna Donna Caselden Staged for Sale 31 Rockholm Road Gloucester, MA 01930 Www.staged-forsale.com

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Joey C Advice To Youngsters

There will come a day either in middle school or high school or on the street with friends that somebody offers you pills to get high. Do yourself a favor and just never ever ever ever ever take one.  Not … Continue reading

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GMG Reader Question- Dory Paint

Hello Joey, My father-n-law and I really enjoy your site. Could you give us more information about the dory paint shown in the picture on your site? What is the actual brand name and manufacturer? How can we get this … Continue reading

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New Feature: GMG Reader Questions

Often times folks will email me and ask questions about the area.  While I may be qualified to answer, I reckon the power of a whole GMG community answering the questions will give much better answers.  There are often experts … Continue reading

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Thanks Chief!

Ed, Joey, John, and Mayor Kirk at the last GMG party at Fred Bodin’s Gallery Yesterday I was experiencing much frustration with wordpress, which has changed the manner in which photos are uploaded. My images were no longer “clickable,” meaning … Continue reading

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So Joey, does this guy meet your criteria for safe bike riding in Gloucester?

See this post if you’re wondering about my reference in the video to the woman from PeopleforBikes.org. For those of you who don’t get the question, see Joey’s Obnoxious Bike Rider Rant.

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Ask Joey C- Engagement pictures…help!

Hi Joey, This might me the most random email you’ll ever get…but I had to send it regardless. My fiance and I are planning engagement pictures in Gloucester (like…very soon. this week, soon! eek), where we’re also getting married. Your … Continue reading

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Uhmmmm The World’s Greatest Lobster Roll Just Got Even Better By Subtraction. You Heard Me- Subtraction.

You’ve heard me rail on about the world’s greatest lobster roll for four years now. We’ve dismantled countless frou frou high brow chefs and food bloggers who couldn’t leave perfection alone and had to go and mess up the perfect … Continue reading

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Ask Joey C- Dating A Smoker

Dating a smoker asks- Joey, Do you date a smoker when you hate it but they are a quality person.  Everything about them is wonderful they just smoke? Dear “Dating a Smoker” I guess you gotta ask yourself how hot … Continue reading

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Ask Joey C With A Twist- “What To Do With a Wiper Blade Kisser?”

EJ says that I need to answer the questions with a touch of the female perspective so I had an idea last night.  I will forward the questions that come in anonymously to two of our GMG contributors who will … Continue reading

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Ask Joey C- Active Widow Asks About Dating

Active Widow asks- I am a 65 year old widow. I am still active and live on Cape Ann. I am not sure how to go about dating these days, or how to start. Or should I even start? While … Continue reading

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Ask Joey C- Tired Of Waiting For A Ring

On Behalf of Tired of Waiting- My good friend “Lisa” started dating someone named “Ted” a few years ago who was separated and estranged from his wife. Last summer Ted got his divorce, and now Lisa says she wants to … Continue reading

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Ask Joey C- Tired Girlfriend Asks

Tired Girlfriends asks- My boyfriend is very affectionate in the evening, and wakes up every few hours with certain needs. Now, on one hand he is very loving and always satisfies my needs too, but on the other I end … Continue reading

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Ask Joey C- Concerned Mother Has Daughter Who Dates Losers – I Need Help On This One Folks

Concerned Mother writes- My daughter really goes for the underdog (ie. losers). How can I gently encourage her to set her sights higher without seeming like the overbearing mother? My advice?   Normally I can bang out relationship advice all day … Continue reading

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Ask Joey- Bartender crush

Bartender crush writes- Hey Joey-Can you give me some advice- I have a crush on a bartender here in town. When I am there with my friends I am way to nervous to ask him out.  I’m sure he has … Continue reading

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Joey C Love Life Advice- Recently Divorced Wants To Meet Smart Professional Women

Recently Divorced asks- I am recently divorced after twelve years of marriage and having trouble getting back back into the local dating scene. Do you have any suggestions where to meet smart, professional women? This is an easy one. First … Continue reading

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