I find that HN has time for humor, it just can't be a cheap joke. (Think: top comment on most reddit threads) Basically any re-used joke like this Oprah thing

I find that HN has time for humor, it just can't be a cheap joke. (Think: top comment on most reddit threads) Basically any re-used joke like this Oprah thing isn't going to play well here. Also, as someone else mentioned, it needs to add to the conversation.