May 21, 2008 Archive

Politics

• Can We Ask?

  Can We Ask probes the burning question of why Barack Obama will not answer questions.

  Opinion in Politics — by SJ Reidhead — on May 21, 2008

• Beating, Raping, Burning, and Killing Foreigners in South Africa

  In South Africa, fellow Africans are being raped, beaten, burned, and hacked to death.

  News in Politics — by Savo Heleta — on May 21, 2008

• Native Residential Schools - The Legacy Lingers

  The sins of our great-grandparents are still being visited upon Canada's native population today.

  Opinion in Politics — by Richard Marcus — on May 21, 2008

• The Political Junkie Makes a Nicotine-Free Return

  After quitting cigarettes and working out the rust, I return to politics and like nothing I can see.

  Opinion in Politics — by Brad Schader — on May 21, 2008

• The NRA Spelling Bee

  A most ignorant rendering of a very important word coming from guns' biggest proponent is an irony too poignant to miss.

  Opinion in Politics — by Mediavenger Dave — on May 21, 2008

Video

• Juiced on Joost

  The future of television is upon us. Joost may well be in the vanguard.

  Review in Video — by Ray Ellis — on May 21, 2008

• Reality TV Casting Call Weekly Wrap-Up: RuPaul's Drag Race, MTV's True Life, E! Makeover Show, and More!

  From makeovers to jingle-writing to family court -- is your opportunity here?

  News in Video — by RealityWanted — on May 21, 2008

• DVD Review: The Richie Rich/Scooby-Doo Hour - The Complete Series, Vol. One

  This is sure to be fun entertainment for the young, but may disappoint the young at heart.

  Review in Video — by The Masked Movie Snobs — on May 21, 2008

• Signed In Plain Sight Poster Giveaway

  That's right, we're launching another In Plain Sight giveaway. That's because we care about you.

  News in Video — by Josh Lasser — on May 21, 2008

• Movie Review: Outpost

  It may have an original basic storyline but this as unsatisfying as horrors come.

  Review in Video — by Ross Miller — on May 21, 2008

• Blu-ray Review: Juno

  One of 2007's best comedies in a solid HD effort.

  Review in Video — by Matt Paprocki — on May 21, 2008

• Summer Television Is Upon Us

  Only three and a half months until television is back.

  Opinion in Video — by Josh Lasser — on May 21, 2008

• DVD Review: The 13th Warrior

  I don't think there are many movies out there that can match it for pure action, and escapist fun.

  Review in Video — by Richard Marcus — on May 21, 2008

• Movie Review: Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay

  As a whole, the film is not as hysterical as the first movie, but it still has many funny moments.

  Review in Video — by Michael Clayton — on May 21, 2008

• TV Review: American Idol - Final Two

  The Final Two duel it out.

  Review in Video — by Tracy Leigh Ritts — on May 21, 2008

• Movie Review: The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian

  This film is as much for the youngsters as it is for the adults.

  Review in Video — by Kyle Leinen — on May 21, 2008

• Movie Review: The Circus (1928)

  A lesser known but still great Chaplin masterwork.

  Review in Video — by Brian Bell — on May 21, 2008

• Movie Review: The Chronicles of Narnia - Prince Caspian

  The second lap through Narnia is filled with even more peril and action. This one will take your breath away.

  Review in Video — by Mel Odom — on May 21, 2008

• DVD Review: Suburban Shootout

  The first season of an outlandish satiric Britcom provides both the guns and Tupperware.

  Review in Video — by Bill Sherman — on May 21, 2008

• DVD Review: Twister (Two-Disc Special Edition)

  Use this DVD to impress people with the power of your home theater system!

  Review in Video — by Rebecca Wright — on May 21, 2008

• Movie Review: Bowling for Columbine

  Suspect as Michael Moore's filmmaking techniques might be, this is as entertaining as a documentary is likely to get.

  Review in Video — by Ross Miller — on May 21, 2008

• TV Review: American Idol - The Battle Of The Davids

  David Cook vs. David Archuleta - their final performances graded. Who will come out on top?

  Review in Video — by Sherry Lipp — on May 21, 2008

Books

• Book Review: Fashion 101 - A Crash Course In Clothing by Erika Stalder

  An informative fashion guide that highlights the clothing essentials with colorful artwork and fun facts.

  Review in Books — by Janica Unruh — on May 21, 2008

• Book Review: Simpsonology: There's a Little Bit of Springfield in All of Us by Tim Delaney

  Long-time Simpsons fans would choo-choo-choose this sociology book.

  Review in Books — by Toni Schwartz — on May 21, 2008

• Interview with Multi-Genre Author Kim McDougall

  About writing and the art of needle felting.

  Interview in Books — by Mayra Calvani — on May 21, 2008

• Book Review: Madison Avenue Maxi by Elke Gazzara

  Elke Gazzara (wife of actor Ben Gazzara) writes about the joys of owning her dachshund Maxi.

  Review in Books — by Ruthie — on May 21, 2008

• Book Review: Fragrant Harbour by John Lanchester

  A story set in Hong Kong, a city that is almost a character, where immigrants grapple with globalisation.

  Review in Books — by Philip Spires — on May 21, 2008

• Book Review: The Enchantress of Florence by Salman Rushdie

  In Rushdie’s tenth novel, a magical realist every-which-way-but-lucid fever dream, sixteenth-century Renaissance Florence and Mughal India's cultural zenith find a link in a "hidden princess."

  Review in Books — by Gordon Hauptfleisch — on May 21, 2008

• Book Review: The Forgery of Venus by Michael Gruber

  Are the greatest artists visionaries or lunatics? The answer, according to this fine novel, is an emphatic “yes!”

  Review in Books — by Friend Mouse — on May 21, 2008

• Book Review: Mad, Bad, and Sad: Women and the Mind Doctors by Lisa Appignanesi

  This book discusses many cases of individuals who, either due to their madness, badness, or sadness, have been a little emotionally off course.

  Review in Books — by Jessica Schneider — on May 21, 2008

• Interview with Freelance Children's Writer Donna McDine

  Children's author Donna McDine stresses the importance of a special writing space.

  Interview in Books — by Mayra Calvani — on May 21, 2008

Tastes

• The Demise of Joe Camel

  The horrors of Camel's new remastered blend drove me to the edge - and then to find another satisfying brand of cigarettes.

  Review in Tastes — by Joe Harris — on May 21, 2008

Culture

• BC Radio Live Welcomes Authors Gary Siegel and Leander Kahney Along With The Architects and The Band of Heathens

  Join BC Radio Live for lively discussion about books and music.

  News in Culture — by Lisa McKay — on May 21, 2008

Gaming

• Wii Fit Launch Draws a Crowd

  Had to wait in a line at midnight to get Wii Fit...albeit a fairly small one.

  News in Gaming — by Mark Buckingham — on May 21, 2008

Sci/Tech

• Dan Nied's Fortress of Weight Loss: Day 147

  What's the right size?

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Dan Nied — on May 21, 2008

• Software Review: SilkyPix

  Looking to make the jump to RAW format images? Be sure to check out this software.

  Review in Sci/Tech — by Chris Beaumont — on May 21, 2008

Music

• Music Review: Marcin Wasilewski Trio - January

  The New Trio is here to stay.

  Review in Music — by Mark Saleski — on May 21, 2008

• Music DVD Review: Dave Specter – Live in Chicago

  Chicago Blues, as it should be.

  Review in Music — by Lou Novacheck — on May 21, 2008

• Music Review: Charge - Who's in Control?!

  This New York hardcore band is often compared to the Bad Brains.

  Review in Music — by gette — on May 21, 2008

• Satire: Tom Waits Fans Respond to Glitter and Doom Ticket Policy

  Tom Waits fans respond to the Glitter and Doom ticket policy.

  Satire in Music — by Eric Dennis — on May 21, 2008

• Not Your Mama's Mariah

  By most accounts Mariah Carey has undergone a complete transformation.

  Opinion in Music — by Clayton Perry — on May 21, 2008

• Music Review: Venom - Hell

  Lay down your soul to the gods rock and roll? Nearly but not quite.

  Review in Music — by Stuart A Hamilton — on May 21, 2008

• The Beach Boys: Chapter 34 - Final Thoughts and Suggestions

  The Beach Boys retrospective comes to a close (for now).

  Opinion in Music — by David Bowling — on May 21, 2008

• Video Performance: Adam Levy "I Can Promise You That"

  In today's installment of Sun Studio Sessions, Adam Levy talks about writing the song and performs "I Can Promise You That."

  Interview in Music — by SunStudioSessions — on May 21, 2008

• Music Review: Carnifex - The Diseased and the Poisoned

  Deathcore that is fine if you just want heavy. If you want something original, look elsewhere.

  Review in Music — by Chris Beaumont — on May 21, 2008

• Interview: Tamia, Singer and Songwriter

  Since 1994, Tamia has put moves on the hearts of music lovers across the globe.

  Interview in Music — by Clayton Perry — on May 21, 2008

• Music Review: Ready Fire Aim - This Changes Nothing

  Singer Sage Rader’s collaboration with DJ and producer Shaun Morris is an audacious project, but everything about their partnership sounds natural.

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on May 21, 2008

• Music Review: Curt Smith - Halfway, Pleased

  A deeply personal solo album from the co-founder of Tears for Fears.

  Review in Music — by Rebecca Wright — on May 21, 2008

• Music Review: Def Leppard - Songs From The Sparkle Lounge

  A good album, just not great. Still, definitely worth investigation by fans new and old.

  Review in Music — by Chris Beaumont — on May 21, 2008

• Music Review: Trouble Funk - Live/Early Singles

  A reissued pair of classic Go-Go releases from one of DC's best funk bands.

  Review in Music — by gette — on May 21, 2008

• Music Review: Various Artists - In the Name of Love: Africa Celebrates U2

  We are closer than we think to each other. To problems. To solutions.

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on May 21, 2008

• Retro Redux: Lee Konitz - Playing Fast, Sweet And High

  There might be bigger names among jazz saxophonists, but few can match his long career of excellence in music.

  Opinion in Music — by Big Geez — on May 21, 2008

• Music Review: Bass Communion - Pacific Codex

  Music for a particular taste ... Or just noise?

  Review in Music — by Lou Novacheck — on May 21, 2008