May 18, 2009 Archive

Politics

• Tamil Rebels Surrender, Debate Rages On

  As the rebels "silence" their weapons, the Sri Lankan conflict is far from over.

  Opinion in Politics — by Jordan Richardson — on May 18, 2009

• Obama at Notre Dame – The Review

  Obama's speeches are like Chinese food; an hour later you're hungry again -- this one was no exception.

  Review in Politics — by Clavos — on May 18, 2009

Culture

• Networking, Part Two: Stranger Things

  Organized networking groups can pave new roads to success.

  Opinion in Culture — by Oren Hope — on May 18, 2009

• Theatre Review (LA): Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage by Eleanor Bergstein at the Pantages Theatre

  The stage version of the hit movie comes to Los Angeles, and it's a knockout.

  Review in Culture — by Robert Machray — on May 18, 2009

• Theater Review (NYC): Mare Cognitum by David McGee

  Despite a spiritual awakening and a trip to the Moon, not enough happens in this promising but frustrating play.

  Review in Culture — by Jon Sobel — on May 18, 2009

• Farrah’s Story Has Been Someone’s Story for a Long Time

  If her experience is news to you, check yourself for the kind of moss that grows on rocks.

  Opinion in Culture — by Diana Hartman — on May 18, 2009

• American Pie: The Incredible Story of Leonard A. Danna

  You either wanted to emulate him or you were green with envy.

  Opinion in Culture — by Jeannie Danna — on May 18, 2009

• Farrah's Story: Her Gift to Us and What It Means

  A story for men and women of her generation, and a call to action for ourselves and against cancer.

  Opinion in Culture — by Alie James — on May 18, 2009

Books

• Book Review: The Shipwreck Of A Nation by H. Peter Nennhaus

  Fascinating inside account of a boy growing up in Germany during World War Two.

  Review in Books — by Greg Barbrick — on May 18, 2009

• Interview with K.M. Daughters, Authors of Beyond the Code of Conduct

  "Our dad wrote children’s stories for us. We inherited the writing bug from him."

  Interview in Books — by Dorothy Thompson — on May 18, 2009

• Book Review: Down the Highway — The Life of Bob Dylan by Howard Sounes

  Revealing Dylan biography goes further behind the shades.

  Review in Books — by James A. Gardner — on May 18, 2009

• Book Review: Operation Emu by B. Brandon Barker

  A clever, entertaining satire that will make you wonder about Hollywood and the space program.

  Review in Books — by Mayra Calvani — on May 18, 2009

• Book Review: The Drunkard's Walk: How Randomness Rules Our Lives by Leonard Mlodinow

  Mlodinow's book helps you understand the randomness in life, if you can penetrate his logic.

  Review in Books — by Aaron Whitehead — on May 18, 2009

• Book Review: The Postpartum Survival Guide: Everything You Need to Know about Postpartum Depression by Paul Meier, Todd Clements, and Lynne Johnson

  A truly excellent primer to postpartum depression for Christian women. If you're suffering, get on in here!

  Review in Books — by Jennifer Bogart — on May 18, 2009

• Book Review: The Way Through Doors by Jesse Ball

  A charming and inventive second novel from a gifted fabulist.

  Review in Books — by Bryan McKay — on May 18, 2009

Tastes

• Tasting Albarino Wine

  I could detect yellow flowers, citrus, lime, grapefruit, yellow apple, and pear.

  Opinion in Tastes — by Marisa DVari — on May 18, 2009

• Review: Whole Foods' New Chicago Flagship Store

  Restaurants, wine and cheese bar, a coffee bar, a seafood bar, a pub, and cooking classes under one roof!

  Review in Tastes — by Lisa Damian — on May 18, 2009

Music

• Music Review: Billy Joel - Kohuept

  Billy Joel: Chapter 13.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on May 18, 2009

• New Album Releases 05/19/09: Eminem, Clapton/Winwood, Tori Amos, Iron & Wine, Method Man/Redman & More

  Another week. Another blockbuster.

  News in Music — by Glen Boyd — on May 18, 2009

• Retro Redux: In Search Of A Salty Dog

  They're all around us, but do you know how to identify one?

  Opinion in Music — by Big Geez — on May 18, 2009

• Music Review: Meat Puppets - Sewn Together

  The result of a band operating in true organic fashion.

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on May 18, 2009

• Interview With Keyboard Maestro Danny Peyronel

  He has written for Meatloaf and David Gilmour. Danny Peyronel tells us about his amazing career.

  Interview in Music — by Jeff Perkins — on May 18, 2009

• Music Review: The Poison Arrows - First Class, And Forever

  Technically proficient, these Arrows lack emotional connection.

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on May 18, 2009

• Music Review: Inbar Bakal - Song Of Songs

  A collection of wonderfully crafted songs performed with passion and skill by a talented and expressive singer.

  Review in Music — by Richard Marcus — on May 18, 2009

• Music Review: Crank - High Voltage: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack

  An effective non-traditional score from a non-traditional artist.

  Review in Music — by Chris Beaumont — on May 18, 2009

• Music Review: Billy Joel - The Bridge

  Billy Joel: Chapter 12.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on May 18, 2009

• Music Review: Eminem - Relapse

  After five years in hell, Eminem emerges to take out the garbage.

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on May 18, 2009

Video

• Blu-ray Review: CSI: Crime Scene Investigation - The Complete First Season

  Here is your chance to see the first season in all of its glory.

  Review in Video — by The Masked Movie Snobs — on May 18, 2009

• TV News: FOX Announces New 2009-2010 TV Schedule

  Mark your calendars for FOX's new and returning shows this fall!

  News in Video — by Gerry Weaver — on May 18, 2009

• My Look Ahead to the 2009-2010 Television Season

  What are the chances of your favorite tv shows coming back for fall or winter?

  Opinion in Video — by NancyGail — on May 18, 2009

• Ryan Murphy Makes His Lighthearted Plea With Glee

  The creative and mad genius behind Nip/Tuck sings another tune with his new FOX series.

  Interview in Video — by Michael Bialas — on May 18, 2009

• Blu-ray Review: The Machinist

  A pre-Batman Christian Bale delivers a truly shocking performance in this modern film noir.

  Review in Video — by David R Perry — on May 18, 2009

• DVD Review: Catlow

  An innocent enough western that--oh my God, I just saw Leonard Nimoy’s wang!

  Review in Video — by Luigi Bastardo — on May 18, 2009

• DVD Review: InuYasha Seventh Season Box Set Limited Deluxe Edition

  The final season of InuYasha

  Review in Video — by Amanda — on May 18, 2009

• Movie Review: Angels & Demons

  It could use a few characters we at least care about.

  Review in Video — by Todd Ford — on May 18, 2009

• DVD Reviews: The RiffTrax Collection from Legend Films

  Legend Films gives us what we want: tangible riffing to place alongside our MST DVDs.

  Review in Video — by Luigi Bastardo — on May 18, 2009

• Disney Animation Rarities at the 2009 Newport Beach Film Festival

  Another night from the Disney vaults.

  Review in Video — by El Bicho — on May 18, 2009

• Movie Review:Angels & Demons

  Another ring of corruption around the collar

  Review in Video — by Rob Rector — on May 18, 2009

• The 2009 Network Upfronts: FOX Announces New Schedule

  FOX has announced their fall (and winter) schedule. It's new, and somewhat different, check it out.

  News in Video — by Josh Lasser — on May 18, 2009

• DVD Review: Galaxy Quest Deluxe Edition

  By Grabthar’s Hammer, ten years old and still just as funny, Galaxy Quest returns to DVD, loaded with extras.

  Review in Video — by Travis Johnson — on May 18, 2009

• Blu-ray Review: Dexter - The Second Season

  Dexter is back on the case while also, at times, creating the case.

  Review in Video — by El Bicho — on May 18, 2009

• TV Review: How I Met Your Mother's Season Four Finale

  How I Met Your Mother airs its season finale tonight, and like the rest of the series, it's well worth watching.

  Review in Video — by Josh Lasser — on May 18, 2009

Sci/Tech

• Tech Reviews: Flexible USB Keyboard and USB Car Charger from BudgetGadgets.com

  Cheap doesn't always mean bad.

  Review in Sci/Tech — by Mark Buckingham — on May 18, 2009

• Study Shows Vibration Training To Be Better Than Conventional Exercise for Weight Loss

  Vibration Training beats gym-based regimes, hands down.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Di Heap — on May 18, 2009

• Mindy Dog Versus Rene Descartes

  A dog’s eating habits suggest a way to bridge the mind-body gap of Rene Descartes.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Regis Schilken — on May 18, 2009

Gaming

• What's New on the Wii/DSi Shop Channel for May 18, 2009

  The Virtual Console hits the big 3-0-0 with a classic title from Nintendo.

  News in Gaming — by Brian Szabelski — on May 18, 2009

• Game du Jour Deals: May 17 - May 23

  This week's Game du Jour deals feature some simulation titles and fresh takes on some classics.

  News in Gaming — by Toni Schwartz — on May 18, 2009

Sports

• If You Skip the Pirates-Nationals Game Tonight, It's Your Ross

  The stars are aligning.

  Opinion in Sports — by Brian_Kist — on May 18, 2009

• Sometimes Being A Sore Loser's Okay

  The Celtics' 2009 season is over, but it's far from forgotten.

  Opinion in Sports — by Ethan Booker — on May 18, 2009

• David Ortiz: "Papi"-ing the Bubble

  Is the Red Sox slugger's slow start just that, or a sign of worse things to come?

  Opinion in Sports — by Geeves — on May 18, 2009

• The Top 15 Baseball Books of All Time: Part Two

  What are the greatest baseball books of all time? Here are my top five.

  Opinion in Sports — by Aaron Whitehead — on May 18, 2009