February 6, 2009 Archive

Politics

• The Global War on Beggars

  So the War on Beggars was declared a success and was recommended to all countries that were experiencing the growing menace of beggary.

  Satire in Politics — by Kalugu — on Feb 06, 2009

• Are We Headed for a “Change” in the War on Drugs?

  Obama must change federal drug laws.

  Opinion in Politics — by Kenn Jacobine — on Feb 06, 2009

• Good Grassroots Government In Action

  Federal Economic Stimulus. Bailouts. Will they work? It all comes down to timely, smart, local implementation.

  Opinion in Politics — by Hank Wasiak — on Feb 06, 2009

• The Audacity of Politicians

  I am more convinced that there are two realities here in the US – the fairy tale world of politicians, and the authentic world of everyone else.

  Opinion in Politics — by Joanne Huspek — on Feb 06, 2009

• Cheney is Right - But Not in the Way He Thinks

  Terrorists will attack the American homeland again - but only out of the sheer necessity of self-preservation.

  Opinion in Politics — by Glenn Contrarian — on Feb 06, 2009

Music

• Music Review: The Byrds - (Untitled)

  The Byrds: Chapter 9.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Feb 06, 2009

• Music Review: Sarah DeLeo - I'm in Heaven Tonight

  DeLeo's brave and sassy tone is worth exploring.

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on Feb 06, 2009

• Music DVD Review: Opeth - Opeth The Roundhouse Tapes

  A famous venue, an excellent film, and of course a great band.

  Review in Music — by Jeff Perkins — on Feb 06, 2009

• Music Review: Erdem Helvacioglu - Wounded Breath

  Music that will open you up to new experiences and allow you to explore worlds previously closed to you.

  Review in Music — by Richard Marcus — on Feb 06, 2009

• The Friday Morning Listen: Chas & Dave - The World of Chas & Dave

  I thought there was more time.

  Review in Music — by Mark Saleski — on Feb 06, 2009

• Music Review: Pegasuses-XL - Electro Agitators

  Sweet, messy, loud, abrasive, and totally rad.

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on Feb 06, 2009

• Music Review: Duncan Sheik – Whisper House

  Sheik renders an inspiring work, one which yields enjoyment above and beyond its underlying premise.

  Review in Music — by Donald Gibson — on Feb 06, 2009

• Bootleg Country: Eddie Vedder - Live in Berkeley (4/7/08)

  Pearl Jam's front man goes it alone in concert, and shows he's got what it takes.

  Review in Music — by Mat Brewster — on Feb 06, 2009

Books

• Book Review: The Knife of Never Letting Go by Patrick Ness

  A powerful book and a bleak one, exploring a dystopian world through a boy's Homeric journey.

  Review in Books — by Lacy Boggs — on Feb 06, 2009

• Book Review: The Silent Man by Alex Berenson

  Hero John Wells is a literary Jack Bauer.

  Review in Books — by Lisa Solod Warren — on Feb 06, 2009

• Book Review: Your Pregnancy for the Father-To-Be by Glade Curtis, M.D. and Judith Schuler, M.S.

  A practical guide for the father-to-be as he learns how to support his partner.

  Review in Books — by Regis Schilken — on Feb 06, 2009

• Book Review: The Shadow of a Dog I Can't Forget by Mary Kennedy Eastham

  Mary Kennedy Eastham's erotic, dangerous, and thoughtful poetry will move you and make you think.

  Review in Books — by Karl Wolff — on Feb 06, 2009

Gaming

• PlayStation Network Update: 02/05/2009

  A great week on the PSN, even better if you have access to the European store as well.

  News in Gaming — by Michael Prince — on Feb 06, 2009

Video

• TV Review: MLB Network

  With its new MLB Network, Major League Baseball succeeds where the NFL failed.

  Review in Video — by Anthony Tobis — on Feb 06, 2009

• Movie Review: Second Sight at the Glasgow Film Festival 2009

  A thoroughly gratifying little motion picture.

  Review in Video — by Ross Miller — on Feb 06, 2009

• DVD Review: American Scary

  American Scary is definitely required viewing. To do otherwise would be un-American.

  Review in Video — by Luigi Bastardo — on Feb 06, 2009

• Reality TV Casting Call Weekly Wrap-Up: Can You Duet?, Paris Hilton's BFF, Biggest Loser, HGTV, Divorce Court, and Many More!

  Girlfriends, losers, and couples on the edge...

  News in Video — by RealityWanted — on Feb 06, 2009

• DVD Review: Soul Men

  Soul Men was released soon after the passing of comedian Bernie Mac.

  Review in Video — by Blake Matthews — on Feb 06, 2009

• PBS Primetime Programming for the Week of February 8

  The creation of The Sword in the Stone ride continues, but this would be its second to last week.

  News in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Feb 06, 2009

Sci/Tech

• The Science of Lie to Me

  A look at the science behind Fox’s new series.

  Review in Sci/Tech — by Kevin Goodman — on Feb 06, 2009

• iPhone Application Review: CompareMe

  A tool for hagglers and bargain seekers alike.

  Review in Sci/Tech — by Robert M. Barga — on Feb 06, 2009

• Software Review: Lightbox Photo Gallery Software 4.x from Lightbox Photo™, Part 1

  I found Lightbox Photo™ to be very feature rich and easy to work with.

  Review in Sci/Tech — by T. Michael Testi — on Feb 06, 2009

• The Secret Love Affair: Fiber and Water

  One of the most overlooked but vitally important and incredibly easy way to feel fuller and healthier.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Maureen Jeanson — on Feb 06, 2009

Culture

• Interview: Hani El-Mahdi, Catholic Relief Services, Sudan

  CRS has been building permanent kitchens and food storage rooms to enable schools in West Darfur.

  Interview in Culture — by William Lambers — on Feb 06, 2009

• Art Review: "Bowhead Whaling" by Joanne Swanson

  Have you ever danced on a whale's grave?

  Review in Culture — by ASiCat — on Feb 06, 2009