Why I Dislike “Idol”
Where I work, many of my co-workers are obsessed with “American Idol” — except for me and my co-worker Jeff. And if you’re reading this, you probably have more than...
Rove and Truthout
I've been reading Truthout.org since around 2002 when someone sent me a link and with a note saying "check it out!" or something like that. This was around the time...
Deep Track — New Order “All Day Long”
I became a fan of New Order as they were becoming the darlings of the alternative/new wave kids in the mid-80s. It wasn't until I met J that I really...
“But I’m an ‘A’ Student!”
I used to teach political science, history, and American studies at the college/university level. And while I had some wonderfully insightful and smart students, I would get my fair share...
Single Play –”Lilly” Pink Martini
My father in-law and I were trading music during his last visit, and I noticed a ton of music from Pink Martini in his collection. So, imported a ton of...