September 14, 2008 Archive

Books

• Book Review: Powers of the Sixth Sense - How to Remain Safe in a Hostile World by Jock Brocas

  Brocas maintains that connecting to our inner awareness is possible - and necessary to live both vibrantly and safely.

  Review in Books — by Mary K. Williams — on Sep 14, 2008

• Book Review: Byzantium - The Surprising Life of a Medieval Empire by Judith Herrin

  On this account Byzantium didn't just passively preserve ancient traditions, as Gibbon claimed, but creatively developed them.

  Review in Books — by Natalie Bennett — on Sep 14, 2008

• Book Review: The Detox Strategy - Vibrant Health In 5 Easy Steps by Brenda Watson, C.N.C. with Leonard Smith, M.D.

  A great job of providing complex information in a clear, easy to understand, and most importantly easy to implement manner.

  Review in Books — by Lynda Lippin — on Sep 14, 2008

• Book Review: The Road to Lost Innocence by Somaly Mam

  After a harrowing childhood of whippings, cruelty, and abuse, the author’s “grandfather” a Muslim man who has been abusing her, sells her into a brothel.

  Review in Books — by Carole McDonnell — on Sep 14, 2008

• Book Review: The Cult of the Amateur by Andrew Keen

  A full-frontal attack on the amateur writers, publishers and performers of the Web 2.0 generation.

  Review in Books — by James Carson — on Sep 14, 2008

• Graphic Novel Review: Mr. Monster: His Books of Forbidden Knowledge, Volume One by Michael T. Gilbert et al

  Michael T. Gilbert breaths life into an unlikely mixture of horror, humor and superheroes and gives us the wonderful Mister Monster.

  Review in Books — by Adam Klin Oron — on Sep 14, 2008

• Book Review - Nox Dormienda (A Long Night For Sleeping): An Arcturus Mystery by Kelli Stanley

  An exciting debut mystery set in Roman Britain.

  Review in Books — by Carey A — on Sep 14, 2008

• Book Review: Body of Knowledge - The Complete Weight Management System for a Lifetime of Health by Dr. Robert J. Moore III

  Diet and exercise should not be this difficult.

  Review in Books — by Lynda Lippin — on Sep 14, 2008

• Remembering David Foster Wallace (1962-2008)

  Dead at age forty-six, he will be remembered as one of the most brilliant writers of his generation.

  Opinion in Books — by Ted Gioia — on Sep 14, 2008

• Book Review – Real World Color Management: Second Edition by Bruce Fraser, Chris Murphy, and Fred Bunting

  For those who really want to learn color management.

  Review in Books — by T. Michael Testi — on Sep 14, 2008

Culture

• Virtual Kidnapping - A New Version of a Confidence Trick!

  If you get a call saying someone you know has been kidnapped in Mexico, it might be a scam.

  News in Culture — by Ed Dickson — on Sep 14, 2008

• Theatre Review (Pasadena): Vanities - A New Musical by Jack Heifner and David Kirshenbaum at the Pasadena Playhouse

  The smash hit play Vanities is now a delightful musical.

  Review in Culture — by Robert Machray — on Sep 14, 2008

Music

• Music Review: Taj Mahal - Maestro

  Ladies and gentlemen allow me to reintroduce to you, Maestro Taj Mahal.

  Review in Music — by Richard Marcus — on Sep 14, 2008

• Music Review: Pacific! - Reveries

  A Swedish studio duo's American debut -- electro-pop with one foot in the seventies.

  Review in Music — by Bill Sherman — on Sep 14, 2008

• Music Review: Brian Wilson - That Lucky Old Sun

  Did I mention that I absolutely love this record?

  Review in Music — by Glen Boyd — on Sep 14, 2008

• Music Review: Bob Dylan - The Times They Are A-Changin'

  Bob Dylan: Chapter 3.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Sep 14, 2008

• Music Review: Various Country Artist - Now That’s What I Call Country: 20 Chart-Topping Hits

  A must-have for any country fan.

  Review in Music — by Maddy Pumilia — on Sep 14, 2008

• Music Review: Weezer - Weezer (Blue Album)

  Weezer's first eponymous album, or "Blue" for short reminds us why the band is so lovable.

  Review in Music — by Jon Jacobs — on Sep 14, 2008

• Music DVD Review: Rahsaan Roland Kirk - Jazz Icons: Rahsaan Roland Kirk Live In '63 & '67

  This is a breathtaking look at a musical genius, Rahsaan Roland Kirk, live in concert.

  Review in Music — by The Other Chad — on Sep 14, 2008

• Music Review: Bob Mover - It Amazes Me

  An outstanding jazz saxophonist who occasionally adds something extra -- he sings.

  Review in Music — by Big Geez — on Sep 14, 2008

• Music DVD Review: Clutch - Full Fathom Five: Video Field Recordings

  Clutch, one of the most severely underrated hard rock bands around, makes the concert DVD its fans had longed for.

  Review in Music — by Charlie Doherty — on Sep 14, 2008

• Music Review: Them - Them

  Van Morrison's first group was a raw fusion of blues and rock music.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Sep 14, 2008

• Music DVD Review: George Benson - Absolutely Live

  George Benson's Absolutely Live is absolutely a great concert!

  Review in Music — by The Other Chad — on Sep 14, 2008

• Music DVD Review: Joe Cocker – Cry Me A River

  It’s not essential viewing, but Cocker’s fans will surely find it worthwhile.

  Review in Music — by Donald Gibson — on Sep 14, 2008

Video

• DVD Review: Ladies And Gentlemen, The Fabulous Stains

  Travel back in time with Diane Lane and Laura Dern, when they portrayed punk rock grrls who "don't put out".

  Review in Video — by Michael Bialas — on Sep 14, 2008

• Blu-ray Review: Bee Movie

  Bee there or bee square. Yes, that's the best I could come up with.

  Review in Video — by Matt Paprocki — on Sep 14, 2008

• TV Media: House, Bones, 'Til Death, Do Not Disturb, Terminator - The Sarah Connor Chronicles, Prison Break, Crash, Rescue Me, Root of All Evil

  Be sure to check out the Terminator episode in this edition!

  News in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Sep 14, 2008

• Movie Review: The Rocker Rocks To Its Own Beat

  Worth renting when it hits the shelves.

  Review in Video — by Cinema Sentries — on Sep 14, 2008

• DVD Review: The Promotion

  The Promotion shows what two co-workers will do to get to the manager's position.

  Review in Video — by Blake Matthews — on Sep 14, 2008

• Movie Nuggets: Azumi, Scotland, PA, Open Water, Fool's Gold

  When you just don't have time for all the details.

  Review in Video — by Mark Buckingham — on Sep 14, 2008

• DVD Review: Tom and Jerry Tales: Vol. 5

  Twelve terrific Tom and Jerry Tales cartoons full of Tom and Jerry madness!

  Review in Video — by Fitz — on Sep 14, 2008

• Blu-ray Review: Ultraviolet

  Maybe if the Ultraviolet rays blinded the viewer, this would have been enjoyable.

  Review in Video — by Matt Paprocki — on Sep 14, 2008

• DVD Review: The Foot Fist Way

  In the words of Fred Simmons, “Jujitsu sucks”; it’s time for Tae Kwon Do, or more appropriately its translation, “Foot Fist Way.”

  Review in Video — by Jen Johans — on Sep 14, 2008

Sports

• BC Sports Treehouse Fort Headlines For September 14

  USC destroys OSU ... K-Rod breaks save record ... Phelps on SNL ... and Doherty's WWTT poll.

  News in Sports — by Matthew T. Sussman — on Sep 14, 2008

Politics

• Fascism in America

  Folks, we have real problems in this country.

  Opinion in Politics — by Kenn Jacobine — on Sep 14, 2008

• Note to Both Candidates, Surrogates and Supporters

  Note to candidates: Put away the light sabers and get down to the meat of the matter.

  Opinion in Politics — by Joanne Huspek — on Sep 14, 2008

• Israeli Government Planning to Split Jerusalem and Other Downers from the Middle East

  Bad news coming your way from the Holy Land. Stay tuned folks - it won't get better.

  News in Politics — by Ruvy — on Sep 14, 2008

Gaming

• Game du Jour Deals: September 15 - 21

  Play cards alone, run a restaurant, or whip up some drinks with this week's Game du Jour deals!

  News in Gaming — by Toni Schwartz — on Sep 14, 2008

• PAX 2008 Impressions: Bomberman Blast and Alien Crush Returns

  Hudson breathes new life into two retro classics on the Wii.

  Opinion in Gaming — by Brian Szabelski — on Sep 14, 2008