October 23, 2007 Archive

Sports

• Beckham And MLS Far From Failure

  Things might not have gone as expected, but it wasn't even close to a flop.

  Opinion in Sports — by Brian Szabelski — on Oct 23, 2007

• A Disappointing But Satisfactory End to the Formula One Season

  Even though Kimi Raikkonen won the championship fair and square, one has to feel for Lewis Hamilton.

  Opinion in Sports — by David Millington — on Oct 23, 2007

• Why God Wants the Colorado Rockies to Win the World Series

  A player-by-player list of reasons why The Big Guy wants the Rockies to win it all.

  Satire in Sports — by Tuffy — on Oct 23, 2007

Video

• Run's House Season One & Two Giveaway!

  Run for your life! Reverend Run is on his way!

  News in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Oct 23, 2007

• Kristen Bell, Chuck, and a Journeyman

  that's right, I watch TV. Read on to find out more.

  Opinion in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Oct 23, 2007

• DVD Review: The L Word - The Complete Fourth Season

  Jenny is crazier than ever and Bette is still trying to control the world.

  Review in Video — by Rebecca Wright — on Oct 23, 2007

• Movie Review: Things We Lost in the Fire

  The feel-bad movie of the fall.

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Oct 23, 2007

• Making the Rounds at General Hospital - Sonny Sees Zacchara's True Colors

  Lucky can't be Robin's baby's daddy, Sonny thinks Zacchara needs a straight-jacket.

  Review in Video — by Connie Phillips — on Oct 23, 2007

• TV Review: the Venture Bros. - Season 2, Episode 8

  I wonder if there are days when the jokes are just flowing like water when the writers get together?

  Review in Video — by Vichus Smith — on Oct 23, 2007

• Box Office Update 10/19-10/21: 30 Days of Night Tops the Lifeless Chart

  Bloodsuckers suck the life out of the competition.

  News in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Oct 23, 2007

• DVD Review: Next

  Appropriately titled, we see it coming long before it happens.

  Review in Video — by Ray Ellis — on Oct 23, 2007

• DVD Review: Care Bears: Oopsy Does It!

  The care bears are back! Are they better than ever?

  Review in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Oct 23, 2007

• DVD Pick of the Week: Hostel Part II

  Another fine selection of digital crack.

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Oct 23, 2007

Music

• Concert Review: Elvis Costello and Bob Dylan – October 22, 2007, St. Louis, MO

  Eric Whelchel attends the St. Louis Costello and Dylan show. All of the people can't be all pleased all of the time.

  Review in Music — by Eric Dennis — on Oct 23, 2007

• Music Review: Santana - Ultimate Santana

  A short but sweet history of the legendary Mexican-born, San Francisco-based guitarist's best known work.

  Review in Music — by Charlie Doherty — on Oct 23, 2007

• Music Review: Josh Groban - Noel

  Traditional classics and carols delivered by the beautiful voice of Josh Groban.

  Review in Music — by Connie Phillips — on Oct 23, 2007

• Music Review: J. Holiday - Back of My 'Lac

  J. Holiday's album shows an artist with much promise, but can he surpass his thug image?

  Review in Music — by Jose Vilson — on Oct 23, 2007

• The Breakdown: Ryan Adams, Fripp/Eno, Tony Levin, Plant/Krauss, Ween

  A couple of slashes mark an eclectic week of music.

  News in Music — by Tom Johnson — on Oct 23, 2007

• Music Review: Howard Wiley - The Angola Project

  Wiley studies the music of a notorious prison and delivers his thesis in an impressive CD.

  Review in Music — by Pico — on Oct 23, 2007

• Music Review: Toni Iordache Sounds From A Bygone Age Vol. 4

  ...gypsy music that resonated with the passion and intensity that we identify as the hallmarks of the genre.

  Review in Music — by Richard Marcus — on Oct 23, 2007

• Music DVD Review: AC/DC - Plug Me In

  After 30 Years, AC/DC still strains the voltage cranking with Plug Me In.

  Review in Music — by John Reed — on Oct 23, 2007

• Concert Review: Cat Power, Live in St. Petersburg, Fla., 10/21/07

  Despite some nervous moments, her voice never faltered.

  Review in Music — by Donald Gibson — on Oct 23, 2007

• Music Review: Neil Young - Chrome Dreams II

  Chrome Dreams II is a mixed bag to be sure. But two electric opuses in the "Like A Hurricane" tradition alone make it a must.

  Review in Music — by Glen Boyd — on Oct 23, 2007

• The Tuesday Morning Purchase - October 23, 2007: Dwight Yoakam, Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, Neil Young, Negativland

  Do you remember being shocked that Elvis Costello had married Diana Krall? Me too.

  Review in Music — by Mark Saleski — on Oct 23, 2007

Politics

• New Illinois Law Mandates Moment of Silence

  Prayer belongs in church, in synagogue, in temple, in mosque; around the family dinner table; in the morning as you awaken, and at night before retiring.  Prayer does not belong in public school.

  Opinion in Politics — by Barbara Barnett — on Oct 23, 2007

Sci/Tech

• Lunar Junk: Who's in Charge of Cleaning Up the Moon?

  As more countries prepare their lunar exploration/exploitation vehicles, who will be responsible for the cleanup?

  News in Sci/Tech — by Dirk Hanson — on Oct 23, 2007

• Website Review: BozTheBear.com

  There is a big green bear that teaches children about God. Both you and your child can enjoy quality time with BOZ.

  Review in Sci/Tech — by Shawnda Rodgers — on Oct 23, 2007

Books

• Interview with Shanti Wintergate and Gregory Attonito, Authors of I Went For A Walk

  Shanti Wintergate and Bouncing Souls lead singer Gregory Attonito talk about their latest creation, a children's book.

  Interview in Books — by Brian McConville — on Oct 23, 2007

• Harry Potter Author "Outs" Dumbledore: Why Should It Matter?

  Harry Potter's headmaster was gay. Why all the fuss?

  Opinion in Books — by Jet Gardner — on Oct 23, 2007

• Book Review: A Lifetime of Secrets: A PostSecret Book by Frank Warren

  What’s your secret?

  Review in Books — by Katie Trattner — on Oct 23, 2007

• Book Review: Sudden Death by Michael Balkind

  An interesting detour into a pro-sports world rarely captured in fiction.

  Review in Books — by Scott Deitche — on Oct 23, 2007

Culture

• Theater Review (NYC): Mauritius

  F. Murray Abraham is brittle and cutthroat and makes you glad you are not on the other end of the negotiation.

  Review in Culture — by Tulis McCall — on Oct 23, 2007

Gaming

• Holiday Gaming Guide: What to Buy for the Discriminating Gamer - Part 1: Xbox 360

  A look at THE games to buy on the Xbox 360 for the discriminating gamer this holiday season.

  Opinion in Gaming — by Michael Prince — on Oct 23, 2007

• Wii Virtual Console Releases for 10/22/2007

  Another game never before released in North America this week... and pool?

  News in Gaming — by Brian Szabelski — on Oct 23, 2007

• Nintendo DS Review: Konami Classics Series: Arcade Hits

  Some shoddy games are made up for with a grand set of features.

  Review in Gaming — by Matt Paprocki — on Oct 23, 2007

Tastes

• TasteTV Celebrity Chef Cook-off Ep.1 with Tyler Florence and Joey Altman

  A cook-off at Plumpjack's Jack Falstaff restaurant that pits 4 teams against one another in two separate 30-minute challenges.

  Interview in Tastes — by TasteTV — on Oct 23, 2007