November 2, 2009 Archive

Books

• Book Review: Tomorrow! by Philip Wylie

  Reissued 1954 novel immerses reader in the feel of the Cold War era.

  Review in Books — by Tim Gebhart — on Nov 02, 2009

• Book Review: The Real Truth About Success by Garrison Wynn

  How can the top 1% achieve such a tremendous level of success without doing anything different from the rest of us?

  Review in Books — by Helen Gallagher — on Nov 02, 2009

• Book Review: Red Hot Chili Peppers: Me And My Friends by Tony Woolliscroft

  On tour with the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

  Review in Books — by T. Michael Testi — on Nov 02, 2009

• Book Review: 101 Gourmet Cupcakes in 10 Minutes by Wendy Paul

  Need a gourmet dessert in a hurry with little fuss?

  Review in Books — by Dr. Coach Love — on Nov 02, 2009

• An Interview with John Brown, Creator of the Dark God Saga

  Author of the new epic fantasy debut, Servant of a Lost God

  Interview in Books — by Tia Nevitt — on Nov 02, 2009

• Book Review: Too Big to Fail: The Inside Story of How Wall Street and Washington Fought to Save the Financial System by Andrew Ross Sorkin

  Essential reading for anyone who wants a clear, concise picture of the decisions that led to failure of Lehman brothers and the resulting fallout.

  Review in Books — by Jenn Kepka — on Nov 02, 2009

• Book Review: The Little General and the Giant Snowflake, by Matthea Harvey, illustrated by Elizabeth Zechel

  The is a quiet, dreamy, delightfully allegorical picture book with broad appeal.

  Review in Books — by Christy Corp-Minamiji — on Nov 02, 2009

• Book Review: The Canterbury Tales: A Retelling by Peter Ackroyd

  Sometimes a story is its own best reason for its revival, and that's definitely the case here.

  Review in Books — by Richard Marcus — on Nov 02, 2009

• Book Review: The Shifter (The Healing Wars, Book 1) by Janice Hardy

  The Shifter appeals to older children and adults with its exploration of the darker side of healing.

  Review in Books — by Christy Corp-Minamiji — on Nov 02, 2009

Video

• TV Review: The Vampire Diaries - "Haunted"

  A vampire story on Halloween. It's bloody, sad, but there's always the love story. It's mostly scheming and death though.

  Review in Video — by Alice Jester — on Nov 02, 2009

• Making Movies in the Hinterland: Be Calm, Speak Low

  Low budget filming in Western Pennsylvania; or where did all the glamor go?

  Opinion in Video — by Jack Goodstein — on Nov 02, 2009

• DVD Review: Ruby-Spears Superman

  Ruby-Spears Superman brings the series celebrating the Man of Steel's 50th anniversary to DVD

  Review in Video — by Blake Matthews — on Nov 02, 2009

• Movie Review: Where the Wild Things Are

  Sometimes passion isn't enough.

  Review in Video — by Todd Ford — on Nov 02, 2009

• Movie Review: This Is It

  This Is It? Thankfully it's more than you'd think.

  Review in Video — by Cinenerd — on Nov 02, 2009

• DVD Review: Vega$: The First Season, Volume 1

  A sample of television from a bygone era.

  Review in Video — by The Other Chad — on Nov 02, 2009

• DVD Pick of the Week: GI Joe - The Rise of Cobra

  Plenty of titles, none which need to be gotten right now.

  News in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Nov 02, 2009

• TV Review: V (2009)

  The latest in the ever-expanding world of remakes gets set to premiere on ABC this week.

  Review in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Nov 02, 2009

• Blu-ray Review: Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure

  A lightweight but fun family film.

  Review in Video — by The Other Chad — on Nov 02, 2009

• Movie Review: Throw Down Your Heart: Béla Fleck Brings the Banjo Back to Africa

  In search of a musical grail.

  Review in Video — by Lou Novacheck — on Nov 02, 2009

• DVD Review: Natural Born Killers - The Director's Cut

  Despite its flaws, the film gets so much right.

  Review in Video — by El Bicho — on Nov 02, 2009

Sci/Tech

• Video Training Review: Sessions with Joey L by Joey Lawrence

  Attend a video photography workshop with Joey Lawrence.

  Review in Sci/Tech — by T. Michael Testi — on Nov 02, 2009

• Calories: Friends or Foes?

  Ten things you should know about calories, and why men can eat more than women and get away with it.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Christine Lakatos — on Nov 02, 2009

Culture

• Reflections on the Gang Rape In Richmond, California

  Violence has become a spectator sport among young people.

  Opinion in Culture — by Lynn Rodriguez — on Nov 02, 2009

• Art: Talking with Illustrator and Artist Drew Millward

  T-shirt and poster artist Drew Milward stops by to discuss his process, techniques and influences.

  Interview in Culture — by Jason Thibault — on Nov 02, 2009

Tastes

• Soothing Your Sweet Tooth: An Easy Toffee Recipe

  Leftover Halloween loot is already getting old, but homemade candy is something entirely different.

  Opinion in Tastes — by Caitlin Pike — on Nov 02, 2009

• Vintage Cocktails: The Whiskey Sour – Not Just Your Grandma's Drink

  Work is the curse of the drinking class....

  Review in Tastes — by Kate Shea Kennon — on Nov 02, 2009

Music

• Music DVD Review: John Denver - Around the World Live

  The true fan may enjoy sitting and watching all of this, but most will simply enjoy listening to some of it.

  Review in Music — by Cinema Sentries — on Nov 02, 2009

• Concert Review: Lisa Hannigan at The Citi Performing Arts Center (Boston, MA)

  Lisa Hannigan: Is she strong enough solo?

  Review in Music — by Cindal Lee Heart — on Nov 02, 2009

• Music Review: Phil Spector - A Christmas Gift for You

  The reissue of producer Phil Spector's Christmas album is a must for anyone's holiday music library.

  Review in Music — by Kit O'Toole — on Nov 02, 2009

• Music Review: REO Speedwagon – Not So Silent Night

  Fans of REO and of Christmas music should enjoy this release for years to come.

  Review in Music — by Cinema Sentries — on Nov 02, 2009

• Verse Chorus Verse: Nirvana - "About A Girl"

  Time marches on...

  Review in Music — by Josh Hathaway — on Nov 02, 2009

• Music DVD Review: Various Artists - Deep Sea Blues

  The blues takes a vacation.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Nov 02, 2009

• Music Review: We Shot the Moon - A Silver Lining

  We Shot the Moon's second album proves that a sophomore release can have "A Silver Lining."

  Review in Music — by Jennifer Stuart — on Nov 02, 2009

• An Interview with Jordan Galland

  Musician and filmmaker Jordan Galland talks about his latest solo album and having Sean Lennon score his directorial film debut.

  Interview in Music — by Donald Gibson — on Nov 02, 2009

Gaming

• What's New on the Wii/DSi Shop Channel for November 2, 2009

  Last week was the treat. I'm guessing this is the trick.

  News in Gaming — by Brian Szabelski — on Nov 02, 2009

• Xbox 360 Review: Forza Motorsport 3

  Velocity Girl is realized... almost.

  Review in Gaming — by Matt Paprocki — on Nov 02, 2009

• PlayStation 2's Ninth Birthday

  Drink a glass of bubbly for one of the greatest system's to ever enter people's homes.

  News in Gaming — by Shinmigami — on Nov 02, 2009

Sports

• Seahawks Fall In Dallas 38-17

  Seattle plays better but still falls short.

  Review in Sports — by Russ Evenhuis — on Nov 02, 2009

• Ole Miss Continues Slouch Towards Mediocrity

  Hotty Toddy Gosh Almighty takes on a whole new meaning after Ole Miss's latest collapse.

  Opinion in Sports — by J. Newcastle — on Nov 02, 2009

• LSU vs. Alabama in the SEC West Showdown of the Year

  LSU and Alabama

  Opinion in Sports — by J. Newcastle — on Nov 02, 2009

• World Series Game 4: Clutch-Rod Comes Through Again

  Sabathia kept them in it and the Yankees bats, led by A-Rod, slugged their way to a 3-1 lead in the World Series.

  Opinion in Sports — by Anthony Tobis — on Nov 02, 2009