So how exactly does this work? Oh, it's simple. People submit their favourite things. I, and other dedicated Thingers, go out and do them, and report our experiences on this site. Why? All in the name of science, my child. I'm not your child. And how the heck does this benefit science? Over the course of time, it is inevitable that patterns will emerge, and we will learn for the first time what qualities are shared by those Things enjoyed by all of humanity. This will inaugurate a new era of peace and understanding, and there will be much rejoicing. That doesn't sound much like science to me. And who are you, Stephen Hawking? Yes, I am actually. Really? Stephen Hawking's on my website? Wow! I'm a big fan! Tell me, is the motor neurone disease thing for real or is it a gimmick like Chris Eubanks' lisp? Oi! It's a serious medical condition I'll have you know! I take great offence at that question! Sorry. I'm just excited to meet you. I'll ask something more intelligent. Er... do you think the cosmological constant really exists, or is it just an artificial term physicists use to cover up a fundamental hole in our understanding of the universe? Well, I think it must have some... hang on, aren't I supposed to be asking the questions? Oh, so you are. carry on. Thank you. Er... where was I? No idea. Oh yes. Isn't the plural of forum forums? Shut up. Okay. Can I become a Thinger? I don't know. It takes a special kind of person. Oh, please. Ack, alright then. Just register, and then get Thinging. What kind of stupid word is Thinging anyway? The best kind. Why has your index page got a picture of Julie Andrews on it? I'm sure you can work that out for yourself. Seriously, isn't the plural of forum forums? I said shut up. Y'know, I find it hard to believe that these are really Frequently Asked Questions. Um, okay, you got me. I've never been asked any of them in my life. I'm just making this up. So it's all a big con? Basically, yes.