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A comic-style illustration inside an airplane hangar. A surprised older man in a military flight suit, labeled "MSgt," reacts with wide eyes and open mouth. He says, "The Captain is... a WOMAN?!" Behind him, a large aircraft labeled "THE BOX OFFICE" appears. A speech bubble from the plane introduces the captain as Judith Campbell and welcomes everyone aboard the "all-female box office." The scene highlights surprise at a woman captain in command.

Not Your Father’s Military

By keith September 4, 2026HumorNo Comments

An old Master Sergeant learns the hard way that times have changed in the Air Force when he boards a flight with an all-female crew.

A colorful illustration featuring a proud black rooster wearing a blue ribbon that says "1st Place" around its neck. The rooster stands next to a cluster of eggs, a small bell, and a paper labeled "Efficiency Report." In the background, there are silhouettes of hens and two barn-like buildings. Text at the top reads, "Dear TSF: Prize Rooster," and below it says, "A tale of clever hens, silent bells & the 'pullet surprise.'" The scene is set in a farmyard.

The Politician in the Chicken Coop

By keith August 28, 2026HumorNo Comments

A farmer uses tiny bells to measure the efficiency of his roosters, only to discover one particularly clever bird that figures out how to silence his bell and pull off the ultimate quiet operation.

Dear TSF: Sneaky Irishman

By keith August 19, 2026HumorNo Comments

A listener writes in from Dingle, Ireland, with a funny story about meeting an old man fishing in a puddle outside a pub—and getting completely reeled in.