January 17, 2007 Archive

Sports

• Overall No. 1 Pick Means Little In The NFL

  Hype or hope? Is the number one selection worth the money?

  Opinion in Sports — by The Critic — on Jan 17, 2007

• Enough With The "Big Game QB" Talk

  There is definitely something to be said for a QB's coolness under pressure , but haven’t we carried this argument a bit too far?

  Opinion in Sports — by Craig Lyndall — on Jan 17, 2007

• NFL Picks of a Thoughtful Fool, Conference Showdown Edition

  Wherein I long for a cold cold heart.

  News in Sports — by David Mazzotta — on Jan 17, 2007

• Oh Just Get Rid of Touch Up Icing Already

  The race to touch a puck has never been more dangerous and pointless.

  Opinion in Sports — by Alessandro Nicolo — on Jan 17, 2007

• So You're Sick Of Manning and Brady

  The Brady vs. Manning "matchup" is nonexistent, seeing as how they'll never be on the field at the same time.

  News in Sports — by Matthew T. Sussman — on Jan 17, 2007

Culture

• Art Fuels Art

  Artists will continue to redefine and reinvent their art and other people’s art.

  Opinion in Culture — by Bill Soukoreff — on Jan 17, 2007

• Thoughts on a Mother from a Lousy Son

  Thinking about my mother is painful not only because I miss her but because I was a lousy son.

  Opinion in Culture — by Ruvy — on Jan 17, 2007

• The High Price Of Cheap Haircuts

  My God, my God, why did my hair stylist forsake me?

  Opinion in Culture — by Mat Brewster — on Jan 17, 2007

• Top Ten Reasons Your Relationship May Fail

  Fifty-one percent of women in the U.S. are now living without a spouse. Are good marriages an urban myth?

  Opinion in Culture — by Laura Young — on Jan 17, 2007

• BC Magazine Editors' Picks: January 8 through January 14

  The best of the week, first edition of the new year!

  News in Culture — by Lisa McKay — on Jan 17, 2007

• Loves His Intensity - Hates His Greed and Over Indulgence - Virgo, Sagittarius and the Composite Chart: Astrology-Based Advice

  Hi Elsa, I have a question I am embarrassed about and ashamed to ask...

  Opinion in Culture — by Elsa — on Jan 17, 2007

• Extolling the Female Tongue

  Do men communicate too little or do women communicate too much?

  Opinion in Culture — by Selwyn Duke — on Jan 17, 2007

• Theater Review: All Wear Bowlers at the Barbican, London

  If you delight in the traditional game of "spot the avant-garde reference", then you'll find your every competitive desire satisfied.

  Review in Culture — by Natalie Bennett — on Jan 17, 2007

Video

• Golden Globes: Jennifer Hudson Wins!

  Dreamgirls star Jennifer Hudson took home a Golden Globe for her screen-shattering portrayal of Effie White.

  News in Video — by Film Laureate — on Jan 17, 2007

• TV Review: American Idol 6, Episode 1: Minneapolis Auditions

  The Twin Cities is the first stop for American Idol 6 auditions.

  Opinion in Video — by Toni Schwartz — on Jan 17, 2007

• TV Review: 24 - The First Four Hours

  These opening episodes have shown us a somewhat compromised Jack.

  Review in Video — by Mary K. Williams — on Jan 17, 2007

• Movie Review: Apocalypto

  Also, plenty thoughts regarding Mel Gibson.

  Review in Video — by Duke De Mondo — on Jan 17, 2007

• MeeVee Golden Globe Awards Coverage: Ugly Ducklings Shine

  News in Video — by TV with MeeVee — on Jan 17, 2007

• TV Review: American Idol 6 - The Minneapolis Auditions

  It's the freak show! Oh, wait. It's just the audition phase for American Idol 6.

  Review in Video — by Jackie — on Jan 17, 2007

• Show Endings and TV's New Beginnings

  All good things must come to an end... thank goodness there's always something new just around the corner.

  Opinion in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Jan 17, 2007

• TV Review: 24 - Season 6, "A Pain in the Neck"

  A good deal happens in the first four episodes but it comes down to this: Jack is right and everyone else is not.

  Review in Video — by Victor Lana — on Jan 17, 2007

• Movie Review: Happily N'Ever After

  Attempting to cash in on the popular children's fairy tale spoof formula, Happily N'Ever After falls short of its goal.

  Review in Video — by Casey Criswell — on Jan 17, 2007

• TV Review: 24 - Season 6

  24 forces us to think about many moral questions, in addition to providing nonstop, addictive action and entertainment.

  Review in Video — by Shari — on Jan 17, 2007

• Embracing the Naked Emperor

  As consumers, we're not as grossed out by the naked Emperor as we used to be.

  Opinion in Video — by Eric Friesen — on Jan 17, 2007

• DVD Review: Saw II

  As brutal as they come, along with a shocker ending. This is an incredible series.

  Review in Video — by Matt Paprocki — on Jan 17, 2007

• Golden Globes: How Did I Do?

  A couple of good guesses, and wild misses later...

  News in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Jan 17, 2007

Books

• Book Review: Don't Look Back - A Film and Book by D.A. Pennebaker

  ... yes, it is with a backward glance, but we do it without regret.

  Review in Books — by Sadi Ranson-Polizzotti — on Jan 17, 2007

• Book Review: Future, Inc. by Eric Garland

  No one can guarantee what will happen tomorrow. But smart companies can read the tea leaves and make educated guesses.

  Review in Books — by Adam Jusko — on Jan 17, 2007

• Magazine Review: Blues Revue

  A non-oppressively knowledgeable and entertaining bimonthly magazine about a vibrant musical world.

  Review in Books — by Ed Rust — on Jan 17, 2007

• Author Takes A New, Revealing Look At The Murder Of Dimebag Darrell

  An upcoming book explores one of the most shocking moments in recent music history.

  Interview in Books — by Brandon Daviet — on Jan 17, 2007

• Book Review: The Apprentice by Tess Gerritsen

  Boston Homicide Detective Jane Rizzoli returns in another thrilling chase, but so does the serial killer from The Surgeon.

  Review in Books — by Mel Odom — on Jan 17, 2007

• Book Review: LastNightsParty: Where Were You Last Night? by Merlin Bronques

  A beautiful collection of beautiful people doing things they might not want to remember.

  Review in Books — by Katie Trattner — on Jan 17, 2007

• Robert Anton Wilson: Goodbye, Mad Prophet

  Robert Anton Wilson left us a lot to think about when he departed from his vessel on January 11.

  News in Books — by Jesse Miksic — on Jan 17, 2007

Music

• Music Review: Diana Krall - From This Moment On

  "It Could Happen To You," is a love song in the classic style, reminiscent of those old movies and old style romance.

  Review in Music — by Connie Phillips — on Jan 17, 2007

• Daryl's Pop Music Hall Of Fame: Pat Benatar - "Love Is A Battlefield"

  Pat Benatar's "Love Is a Battlefield" is one of the greatest pop records ever made....

  Review in Music — by Daryl D — on Jan 17, 2007

• Music Review: The Holmes Brothers - State Of Grace

  In this day and age all of us could use a little grace.

  Review in Music — by Richard Marcus — on Jan 17, 2007

• Music Review: Bill Frisell, Ron Carter, Paul Motian

  It seems both simple and impossible.

  Review in Music — by Mark Saleski — on Jan 17, 2007

• Music Review: Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin - Broom

  Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin might be the winner of world's goofiest band name contest, but their debut CD is pure pop pleasure.

  Review in Music — by Nik Dirga — on Jan 17, 2007

• Blogcritics Goodie Bag: Petey Pablo, Joe, Lustreality Podcast, and Slipknot

  Digital media music and video downloads and streams.

  News in Music — by Anna Creech — on Jan 17, 2007

• Interview: A Few Words with Unearth's Trevor Phipps

  "Well, my fiancé is a blonde. Does that answer your question?"

  Interview in Music — by Brandon Daviet — on Jan 17, 2007

Politics

• Will Americans Pull the Power Plug on Washington DC?

  Can Americans control runaway Federal spending before financial ruin? It's unlikely with Iraq and illegal immigration syphoning so much of the budget.

  Opinion in Politics — by Heloise — on Jan 17, 2007

• Be Prepared for Four Years of Broken Promises, Maryland

  Newly-elected Governor O'Malley broke his first campaign promise before he ever took the oath of office.

  Opinion in Politics — by Big Dog — on Jan 17, 2007

• Saudi Arabia Reportedly Willing to Send Troops to Iraq

  Saudi Arabia is said to be ready to do whatever it takes to ensure stability in Iraq.

  Opinion in Politics — by Brian Edwards — on Jan 17, 2007

• Satire: What Hath Gore Wrought?

  I curse the name of Al Gore the apostate who has transgressed in the eyes of God and doomed us to a frozen hell.

  Satire in Politics — by Dave Nalle — on Jan 17, 2007

• A Powerful Voice: An Interview with Ilan Pape.

  Painting a worrying picture and offering ways to alleviate the Palestinians plight.

  Interview in Politics — by Liam Bailey — on Jan 17, 2007

• In the Weary and Occupied Arms of America

  In its Global Confrontation with Terrorism, Is America being Diligent in Maintaining Lines of Communication with Important Nation-States?

  Opinion in Politics — by Alessandro Nicolo — on Jan 17, 2007

Gaming

• The Burning Crusade Midnight Release Line

  A non-gamer stands in line for The Burning Crusade, the World of Warcraft expansion.

  Opinion in Gaming — by Casey Criswell — on Jan 17, 2007

• PC Game Review: EverQuest II - Echoes of Faydwer

  Wizards, Gnomes, and Fairies, Oh My!

  Review in Gaming — by Kristen Schweitzer — on Jan 17, 2007