October 20, 2008 Archive

Politics

• Why Obama Deserves the Respect of Conservatives

  McCain showed great courage once. How does his courage compare to that of Senator Obama?

  Opinion in Politics — by Glenn Contrarian — on Oct 20, 2008

• Obama: Citizen of the World, Indeed!

  Obama may be a citizen of the world, but is he a natural-born American citizen eligible to become president?

  Opinion in Politics — by Janica Unruh — on Oct 20, 2008

• And They Like To Call Us On "Tolerance"

  Congress to revive the so-called "Fairness Doctrine"?

  Opinion in Politics — by Melinda Loomis — on Oct 20, 2008

• Questions For The Undecided Voter

  If your answers are positive then you should vote for Barack Obama but if you are unsure then John McCain should get your vote.

  Opinion in Politics — by Krutic A — on Oct 20, 2008

• It's Just An Election... Relax

  Stop demonizing your opponents and start hugging them. It may be the only solace we get for a long time.

  Opinion in Politics — by Mark Schannon — on Oct 20, 2008

• Is Kim Jong-il Dead?

  Yesterday, North Korean diplomats worldwide were advised by Pyonyang to be prepared for an “important announcement.”

  News in Politics — by Clavos — on Oct 20, 2008

• Final Thoughts on the Defending the American Dream Summit

  We're all talking about change, but Americans for Prosperity may actually be trying to do something about it.

  Opinion in Politics — by Dave Nalle — on Oct 20, 2008

• President Barack Obama: Get Used To It

  In a few short weeks America is going to elect a brand new president who is named Barack Hussein Obama. Get used to it.

  Opinion in Politics — by Glen Boyd — on Oct 20, 2008

Video

• The Real World/Road Rules Challenge: The Island – Alcohol Issues

  According to MTV alcohol comes from coconuts.

  Opinion in Video — by Michael Pascua — on Oct 20, 2008

• Under the Radar: The Go-Getter

  Only in the movies can you steal a car and wind up with a girlfriend instead of jail time.

  Review in Video — by Jen Johans — on Oct 20, 2008

• Finding My Own Worst Enemy

  Christian Slater comes to primetime, and I'm loving it.

  Opinion in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Oct 20, 2008

• Reality TV Nightmares

  The face of the unscripted phenomenon.

  Opinion in Video — by Francelene Aprahamian — on Oct 20, 2008

• DVD Review: Sunshine Superman: The Journey of Donovan

  This two-disc set is a close look at Donovan's life, music, and, maybe even more interesting, his times.

  Review in Video — by Jon Sobel — on Oct 20, 2008

• DVD Review: Family Guy Volume Six

  A DVD set that simply isn't worth the money.

  Review in Video — by Jordan Richardson — on Oct 20, 2008

• TV Review: Saturday Night Live Hosted by Josh Brolin

  Sarah Palin makes a much anticipated appearance on the show.

  Review in Video — by Sherry Lipp — on Oct 20, 2008

• Movie Review: W.

  Interesting, but not terribly involving.

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Oct 20, 2008

• DVD Review: You're Not Elected, Charlie Brown (Remastered Deluxe Edition)

  Completists will naturally want it while those unfamiliar will be better served with a rental.

  Review in Video — by El Bicho — on Oct 20, 2008

Gaming

• Wii Virtual Console News and Releases for 10/20/2008

  It's a Tetris and TurboGrafx party this week on the Wii Shop Channel!

  News in Gaming — by Brian Szabelski — on Oct 20, 2008

• PC Game Review: World of Goo

  We review Experimental Gameplay's first product and what is currently the highest-rated game ever

  Review in Gaming — by Nathaniel Edwards — on Oct 20, 2008

• Xbox 360 Review: Top Spin 3

  This is a deep tennis game, maybe too deep in fact.

  Review in Gaming — by Mark Kalriess — on Oct 20, 2008

• Game du Jour Deals: October 20 - Octorber 26

  If you're into fantasy football or baseball, then check out this week's Game du Jour deals!

  News in Gaming — by Toni Schwartz — on Oct 20, 2008

Music

• Music Review: Indie Round-Up - Laura Vecchione, Red Wanting Blue, and More

  Laura Vecchione's second disc is a consummately crafted and craftily written set of tunes that touch on commercial country, country-rock, and alt/Americana.

  Review in Music — by Jon Sobel — on Oct 20, 2008

• Music Review: The Whispertown 2000 - Swim

  With the release of Swim indie folk gains a definitive new influence in The Whispertown 2000 and Acony Records.

  Review in Music — by Sarah C. Culver — on Oct 20, 2008

• Music Review: Antony And The Johnsons - Another World (EP)

  A truly unique recording from a very singular talent.

  Review in Music — by Richard Marcus — on Oct 20, 2008

• Music Review: Boy On A Dolphin - Barkers Pool To Thunder Bay

  Boy On A Dolphin in danger of dipping below the surface.

  Review in Music — by Jeff Perkins — on Oct 20, 2008

• Music Review: Bob Dylan - Modern Times

  Bob Dylan: Chapter 32.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Oct 20, 2008

• Music Review: Greg Camp - Defektor

  Greg Camp is the former guitarist, primary writer, and backup vocals for Smash Mouth and he has gone solo with his CD: Defektor

  Review in Music — by Zaldor — on Oct 20, 2008

• Music Review: Wanted - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

  Music by Danny Elfman. Need I say more?

  Review in Music — by Jen Johans — on Oct 20, 2008

• Concert Review: Audible Thought w/ Section 18, Semblance of a Soul, Stealing Kisses, Art Imitating Life - Poughkeepsie, NY 10/17/08

  Live music, alcoholic beverages, and friends, priceless.

  Review in Music — by Chris Beaumont — on Oct 20, 2008

• Music Reviews: Whiskey Falls, The Lost Trailer, Cannon, Stonewall Noise Terror, Hate Gallery, and Untamed

  Fancy a bit of rocky country with your metal? Well Marty does and wants you to hear about it.

  Review in Music — by Marty Dodge — on Oct 20, 2008

• Music Review: Richard Barbieri - Stranger Inside

  Richard Barbieri's latest solo project is a trip well worth taking.

  Review in Music — by Jeff Perkins — on Oct 20, 2008

• Music Review: Juno Reactor - Gods and Monsters

  Quoth the raven, `Nevermore.' … Or not?

  Review in Music — by Lou Novacheck — on Oct 20, 2008

• Music Review: Ablaye Cissoko & Volker Goetze - Sira

  An unusual musical duo with an exotic sound, and they're helping to support a worthy cause -- what's not to like?

  Review in Music — by Big Geez — on Oct 20, 2008

Books

• Book Review: Requiem for the Author of Frankenstein by Molly Dwyer

  An ambitious examination of Mary Shelley's genius.

  Review in Books — by Gerry Weaver — on Oct 20, 2008

• Book Review: The Barbarian Way by Erwin Raphael McManus

  Faith is more than rules and traditions; it is about living a set apart life - dangerous, adventurous, and barbaric.

  Review in Books — by Sara Christine — on Oct 20, 2008

• Interview with Karen L. Syed, Owner of Echelon Press

  "The only thing compelling is the unknown."

  Interview in Books — by Mayra Calvani — on Oct 20, 2008

• Book Review: Unholy Domain by Dan Ronco

  A solid addition to the thriller genre.

  Review in Books — by Megalith — on Oct 20, 2008

• Book Review: Nation by Terry Pratchett

  More somber than a Discworld novel, but the humor and enchantment of Pratchett’s twists and turns aren’t absent.

  Review in Books — by Kelsey Marcussen — on Oct 20, 2008

• Book Review: So You Don’t Want to Go to Church Anymore by Wayne Jacobsen and Dave Coleman

  A lengthy, awkward diatribe to inform us that - yes, you can be a Christian and not go to "church".

  Review in Books — by Jennifer Bogart — on Oct 20, 2008

• The Early Word: New Books for the Week of October 20, 2008

  Robert B. Parker, Jonathan Kellerman, John Updike, Vince Flynn, Iris Johansen, Anita Shreve, Kelley Armstrong, Chagall, Eminem, John Grogan, Ancient Egypt, Star Wars...

  News in Books — by Gordon Hauptfleisch — on Oct 20, 2008

• The New Canon: The Road by Cormac McCarthy

  In Cormac McCarthy's The Road, a man and his son struggle for survival in the aftermath of a devastating cataclysm.

  Review in Books — by Ted Gioia — on Oct 20, 2008

• Interview with Brian L. Porter, Author of A Study in Red: The Secret Journal of Jack the Ripper

  "I've been a student of the Ripper murders since I was about 18 years old," says Porter.

  Interview in Books — by Mayra Calvani — on Oct 20, 2008

Culture

• Portable People Meter, Part One: Arbitron and Electronic Measurement

  The Arbitron rating service is introducing an electronic measurement tool, the Portable People Meter, for traditional radio and digital audio platforms.

  News in Culture — by Radio Coach Sam Weaver — on Oct 20, 2008

• Theater Review (NYC): All My Sons by Arthur Miller

  I have two words for you: Diane Wiest. Go see her work.

  Review in Culture — by Tulis McCall — on Oct 20, 2008

• Theater Review (NYC): Blue Before Morning

  Three people escaping from their pasts meet on a fateful road trip.

  Review in Culture — by Dennis Baker — on Oct 20, 2008

• Not the Typical Halloween Celebration

  We didn't celebrate Halloween in my family the way others did. We created our own holiday.

  Opinion in Culture — by Sara Christine — on Oct 20, 2008

• Theatre Review (London): The White Devil at The Menier Chocolate Factory

  Jonathan Munby’s production of Webster’s 1612 revenge tragedy is ambitious and effective.

  Review in Culture — by David Trennery — on Oct 20, 2008

• How to Survive a Halloween in Minnesota

  Be prepared, or go home frozen in your costume.

  Opinion in Culture — by Sarah Gray — on Oct 20, 2008

• Theater Review (NYC): To Be Or Not To Be

  What was the story of an acting company trapped in Warsaw has been turned into a production void of intellect or emotion.

  Review in Culture — by Tulis McCall — on Oct 20, 2008

Sports

• Washington: A Truly Rainy State

  It's a bad time to be rooting for any team from the state of Washington, but you aren't alone.

  Opinion in Sports — by Geeves — on Oct 20, 2008

• I Want My Quarter Back

  Some...interesting quarterback play Sunday makes you wonder where all the good ones have gone.

  Opinion in Sports — by Geeves — on Oct 20, 2008