June 2, 2010 Archive

Politics

• Dungeons and Dragons...and Morality in the Modern Political World

  "Whoever fights monsters should see to it that in the process he does not become a monster." - Nietzsche

  Opinion in Politics — by Glenn Contrarian — on Jun 02, 2010

• Is it Time to End All US Military Aid to Israel?

  Was the unprovoked attack in international waters on a boat carrying humanitarian aid the final straw?

  Opinion in Politics — by Jonathan Lockwood Huie — on Jun 02, 2010

• The Single Mom and the Census Guy

  Am I my neighbor's keeper when it comes to the 2010 census form?

  Opinion in Politics — by Christine Lakatos — on Jun 02, 2010

• Former Florida GOP Chairman Arrested

  Jim Greer's calamitous political career comes to an abrupt and embarrassing end.

  News in Politics — by Dave Nalle — on Jun 02, 2010

Books

• Comic Review: Not Quite Dead: Last Gig In Shnagrlig by Gilbert Shelton & Pic

  Underground comix legend Gilbert Shelton shows he's still truckin' with this hilarious satire on American imperialism and religious fundamentalism.

  Review in Books — by Roger Shingler — on Jun 02, 2010

• Book Review: American Sketches: Great Leaders, Creative Thinkers, and Heroes of a Hurricane by Walter Isaacson

  Time editor recycles essays and reviews.

  Review in Books — by Jack Goodstein — on Jun 02, 2010

• Book Review: Quentin Tarantino - Life at the Extremes by Aaron Barlow

  "Tarantino's movies provide a litmus test, a measure of where we draw the lines between what we'll face directly and what we'll turn away from."

  Review in Books — by FCEtier — on Jun 02, 2010

• Book Review: Social Media Marketing GPS: A Guide to Social Media 1 Tweet at a Time by Toby Bloomberg

  A new book that reads in 140 characters or less...

  Review in Books — by Hilary Topper — on Jun 02, 2010

• Book Review: My Life with the Saints by James Martin

  After reading this amazingly honest and emotionally moving book, I can say that it has changed my way of thinking about people in religious life.

  Review in Books — by Victor Lana — on Jun 02, 2010

• Manga Review: Otodama: Voice from the Dead Volume One by Youka Nitta

  Two sharply-dressed detectives take on the "calloused criminals" of the streets.

  Review in Books — by Bill Sherman — on Jun 02, 2010

Music

• Music Reviews: Shadowside, Axel Rudi Pell, H.E.A.T., Van Canto, Mortemia, Hungry & the Hunted

  From acapella metal to pagan and back to no idea what.

  Review in Music — by Marty Dodge — on Jun 02, 2010

• Music Review: Bing Crosby - Return To Paradise Islands (Deluxe Edition)

  Bing Crosby returns to paradise.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Jun 02, 2010

• Ian Anderson and Joe Bonamassa Together in London

  Well, Aqualung, it's A New Day Yesterday.

  News in Music — by Lou Novacheck — on Jun 02, 2010

• Music Review: Eddy Current Suppression Ring

  Gritty, muffled, and mostly forgettable garage rock from Australia.

  Review in Music — by Mike Hammer — on Jun 02, 2010

• Music Review: Julius Pittman & The Revival - Bucket List

  Revival? More like time travel to a glorious past!

  Review in Music — by John Taylor — on Jun 02, 2010

• Music Review: The Alps - Le Voyage

  Great fourth effort from this San Fransisco trio.

  Review in Music — by Greg Barbrick — on Jun 02, 2010

Sports

• Jim Joyce Solidifies Argument For Instant Replay

  Jim Joyce's blown call foced Armando Galarraga to pitch a 28-out perfect game.

  Opinion in Sports — by Anthony Tobis — on Jun 02, 2010

• Wow! Armando Galarraga Pitches Perfect Game!

  It's the 21st in history, but the best defensive play was Galarraga covering first to beat the runner by a half step.

  News in Sports — by Matthew T. Sussman — on Jun 02, 2010

• Could The SEC Really Expand?

  Here are four possible teams that could jump into America's premier college football conference.

  Opinion in Sports — by Bryant Peters — on Jun 02, 2010

• Follow Up Report: Under 21s Who Made the Cut

  A look back at the players from World Cup Groups A, B, C and D after the final squads were announced.

  News in Sports — by Troy Mayes — on Jun 02, 2010

Gaming

• RPG Book Review: Sunken Empires by Brandon Hodge

  Pay no attention to the hideous creatures you might encounter while raiding the submerged city of Ankeshel!

  Review in Gaming — by Fitz — on Jun 02, 2010

Tastes

• A Taste of Cuba in Miami

  My grandmother Esperanza's ability to escape political persecution in Cuba and make a life in Miami is the reason why I cook today.

  Opinion in Tastes — by Lazaro Cooks — on Jun 02, 2010

• Book Review: Cradle of Flavor by James Oseland

  Rediscovering neglected culinary treasures through the eyes of a foreigner.

  Review in Tastes — by Denise Fletcher — on Jun 02, 2010

• This Year's Top 7 Craft Beer Trends

  As craft beer becomes more popular, it influences beer trends in bars and restaurants.

  Opinion in Tastes — by bierfesten — on Jun 02, 2010

Video

• DVD Review: Nine Dead

  Unlike the musical Nine, Nine Dead is a bad movie that won’t leave you wanting to strangle the director.

  Review in Video — by Miss Bob Etier — on Jun 02, 2010

• ThunderCats Animated Series "Ho!"

  Thundercats, it enables people to say "Ho" and not feel bad.

  News in Video — by Troy Mayes — on Jun 02, 2010

• Lie To Me's Shawn Ryan Dishes On Season Two And Who Will Wear His Shoes In Season Three!

  Shawn Ryan reveals what's up next for Lie To Me and who will be taking over the reins from him.

  Interview in Video — by Gerry Weaver — on Jun 02, 2010

• TV Review: Royal Pains Season Two Premiere - "Spasticity"

  A Robin Hood of Medicine.

  Review in Video — by Kate Shea Kennon — on Jun 02, 2010

• Captain America Revealed!

  We finally get a look at Captain America

  News in Video — by Troy Mayes — on Jun 02, 2010

• TV Review: Glee - "Funk"

  Vocal Adrenaline scares the Gleesters, but they get the funk and try to scare them back. It works?

  Review in Video — by Chelsea Doyle — on Jun 02, 2010

• TV Review: Losing It With Jillian Michaels

  It is so much easier to relate to this show than any other weight loss series.

  Review in Video — by Ruthie — on Jun 02, 2010

• DVD Review: Strange New World

  Great flashback to 70's science fiction.

  Review in Video — by Confessions of an Overworked Mom — on Jun 02, 2010

• From the Public Domain Treasure Chest: Dressed to Kill (1946)

  Sherlock Holmes leaves the Victorian era for post-war London to solve a mystery involving music boxes and murder.

  Review in Video — by Professor Damian — on Jun 02, 2010

• TV Preview: Royal Pains - Season Two

  Hank Lawson and his friends have returned for season two, but all logic has departed the show.

  Review in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Jun 02, 2010

• DVD Review: Class Act (1992)

  So cheesy a booster shot of Cheez Whiz is required.

  Review in Video — by Luigi Bastardo — on Jun 02, 2010

Culture

• Theatre Review (LA): Palomino by David Cale at the Kirk Douglas Theatre

  An intriguing one-person show about a Central Park horse cabbie and his adventure being a male escort.

  Review in Culture — by Robert Machray — on Jun 02, 2010

• Memorial Day Is More Than a Three-Day Weekend

  People have forgotten why it is we celebrate Memorial Day. Don't let it happen to you.

  Opinion in Culture — by Patrick Cossel — on Jun 02, 2010

Sci/Tech

• What You Drink Impacts Your Diet, Part Four: Tea

  From a 5000-year-old Chinese legend, to a popular worldwide beverage that offers countless health and wellness benefits.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Christine Lakatos — on Jun 02, 2010