Contrarian Conversationalist Mugs

"They say things are picking up but I'm finding that nobody seems to be hiring at all."

Protest

"Sure, money may be imaginary - but at least it's got everybody imagining it."

"Ever notice how grateful people are when you present them with facts contrary to their beliefs?"

The Contrarian funds

"Dont believe anything those guys have told you. None of it. It's all B.S."

'The fourth quarter was no walk in the park. Especially for those who count on us to walk in the park.'

'Harrison, going against your better judgement has made us a lot of money...'

60 minutes I.Q. test - pick the counterfeit.

'An ebook! What are you reading?' 'Against technology: From the Luddites to neo-Luddism.'

"It doesn't matter if the glass is half empty or half full if you have a case."

'He's always looking for an argument!'

Student: 'Is the medical marijuana thing a grass-roots movement?'

"I just completely disagree with what you just said about America lacking focus."

'...can you tell me how to blame Obama for all that?'

Burning the Other

"What if my bliss happens to be suing people?"

"Don't you shush us, mister! We're famous consultants!"

Guru Shifted Thinking

Ask Sadie. Dear Sadie, How come there never seems to be any penalty for pundits who turn out to be wrong all the time? - Andy, Los Angeles. Actual reader question. Excellent question. Unfortunately, answering that question would lead to a stock market collapse ... Which would be just the sign of weakness that the Dutch have been looking for. I'll answer you if you really want to wake up to the sound of 500,000 clogs bearing down on you. Ask Sadie questions at asksadie@rudypark.com.

Whipping Cream

Giant 'NO' with a small man holding a 'Yes',

I've got a problem – with me. Counseling costs extra. I always hated BMW owners. But one day I woke up and realized I drive a Saab. People who vacation in the Hamptons give me hives, but I've got a summer spot in Santa Cruz. I protested against big corporate oil companies … wearing a North Face jacket and Nike high tops! Don't you realize what I've become? I'm an upwardly mobile hippy! Death to the huppy. Hates fancy coffee drinks, loves soy milk.

'If everyone's thinking outside the box a man who thinks inside the box is bound to have the advantage.'

The Devil screeming hate speech through a megaphone called "tolerance" at a person holding up a sign that says "free speech"

Speaker and crowd 'Think for yourself!', 'MAKE me!'

Opposing viewpoint.

'I used to be a 'nut', but since I made millions in the market, I'm a 'contrarian'.'

"Humbug! I don't believe that you can tell the future!"

Explorers discover the last contrarian without a podcast.

'I know we're supposed to flock together, but I want to see a different movie...'

'When you said you're a contrarian, I just assumed you meant your investment style, Mr. Kobenz.'

'I don't know why other people pray in school, but I pray in school because I'm not supposed to.'

'Please welcome our first speaker who will discuss 'The Challenges of Globalisation'.'

"Behold, as I guide our conversation to my narrow area of expertise."