September 15, 2010 Archive

Politics

• A Turn For The Worst

  When political flow spins repeatedly, it becomes a toilet

  Opinion in Politics — by Michelle Galipeau — on Sep 15, 2010

• ‘Restoring Truthiness’ One Rally at a Time

  Large group of Colbert supporters flood organization with donations to support satirical rally

  Opinion in Politics — by Jeremy Styron — on Sep 15, 2010

• The Kashmir Question

  The Kashmir Question is like a dormant volcano, stirred up by anti-peace remarks and actions.

  Opinion in Politics — by Pooja Wanpal — on Sep 15, 2010

Music

• Music DVD Review: Chickenfoot - Get Your Buzz On Live

  Chickenfoot gets their buzz on in Phoenix, Arizona.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Sep 15, 2010

• Music DVD Review: America's Music Legacy: Rock 'n Roll

  Nostalgic rock and roll concert features fifties legends.

  Review in Music — by Jack Goodstein — on Sep 15, 2010

• Music Review: The Chapin Sisters - Two

  A slow, moody set of ten well-harmonized folk/pop songs.

  Review in Music — by The Other Chad — on Sep 15, 2010

• Music Review: The Intelligence - Males

  A joyride that maintains it's brainy energy without ever sagging or getting boring.

  Review in Music — by Patrick Taylor — on Sep 15, 2010

• Music Review: The Bad Plus — Never Stop

  The Bad Plus marks a decade of pace setting progressive music with a new CD that represents two firsts: all original songs and all instrumental.

  Review in Music — by FCEtier — on Sep 15, 2010

• Bruno Mars, Sara Bareilles #1 at iTunes Music Store

  B-a-r-e-i-l-l-e-s...

  News in Music — by Josh Hathaway — on Sep 15, 2010

• I Hear Sparks: Greg Burk and Vicente Lebron - Unduality

  Dismantling Bach, one Invention at a time.

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on Sep 15, 2010

• Music Review: Dennis Caplinger - Rockabye Baby – Lullaby Renditions of Elvis Presley

  “Rockabye Baby is the perfect way to share the music you love with the littlest rocker in your life.”

  Review in Music — by Miss Bob Etier — on Sep 15, 2010

• Music Review: Fay Claassen - Sing!

  Restoring my faith in the cheerfulness of doing what you love.

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on Sep 15, 2010

• Music Review: Jeremy Plays Guitar - Use Your Words

  These songs help young children develop the skills to express themselves and avoid meltdowns.

  Review in Music — by Miss Bob Etier — on Sep 15, 2010

• Music Review: Thelonious Monk - The Definitive Thelonious Monk On Prestige and Riverside

  A generous helping of early Monk classics on a two-disc reissue.

  Review in Music — by The Other Chad — on Sep 15, 2010

• Music Review: Various Artists - Count Down to the New Year

  If you skip “Auld Lang Syne,” Count Down to the New Year is cool for any party.

  Review in Music — by Miss Bob Etier — on Sep 15, 2010

• Say It Like It Really Is: An Interview With Chuck D

  Mistachuck talks about the latest happenings for Public Enemy as well as the the state of the (performing) art.

  Interview in Music — by Michael Melchor — on Sep 15, 2010

Books

• Book Review: TheTreasure Hunters Club: The Secret of the Magical Medallion by Sean McCartney

  A new adventure novel for kids with elements of Hardy Boys, Indy, and a little Scooby.

  Review in Books — by Gray Hunter — on Sep 15, 2010

• Book Review: Before (During) After: Louisiana Photographers' Visual Reactions to Hurricane Katrina, Edited by Elizabeth Kleinveld

  A visual and literary narrative of how Hurricane Katrina…transformed the lives and work of 12 photographers from Southeast Louisiana.

  Review in Books — by Miss Bob Etier — on Sep 15, 2010

• Book Review:Testing for Kindergarten by Karen Quinn

  An absolute must-have for parents of pre-schoolers who care about education.

  Review in Books — by MommyBKnowsBest — on Sep 15, 2010

• Book Review: Borealis: A Space Anthology (Book I) by P.I. Barrington, J. Morgan & Gail R. Delaney

  Romance in Space, a lethal combination

  Review in Books — by Leslie Wright — on Sep 15, 2010

• Book Review: The Real World of a Forensic Scientist by Dr. Henry C. Lee, Elaine M. Pagliaro, and Katherine Ramsland

  Delve into the ways in which real experts solve crimes.

  Review in Books — by April Pohren — on Sep 15, 2010

• Book Review: Coffee Stain Critters: You Can’t Unring the Bell by Karla Lepard

  In order to have good friends, you must first be a good friend.

  Review in Books — by Miss Bob Etier — on Sep 15, 2010

• Fat Old Lady Bicycles West Coast Book Tour to Inspire You to Live Your Dreams

  Lynette Yetter presents "Lucy Plays Panpipes for Peace, a novel," author tour done by bicycle (and public transit).

  Opinion in Books — by Lynette Yetter — on Sep 15, 2010

• Book Review: The Boost Your Metabolism Cookbook: Fire Up Your Diet for a Fit and Firm You by Chef Susan Irby with Rachel Laferriere, MS, RD

  By focusing on foods that keep the metabolism high and the body healthy, automatic weight loss is the result!?

  Review in Books — by Miss Bob Etier — on Sep 15, 2010

• Book Review: The Pink Ribbon Diet: A Revolutionary New Weight Loss Plan to Lower Your Breast Cancer Risk by Mary Flynn, RD, and Nancy Verde Barr

  The Pink Ribbon Diet is an excellent example of eating well without feeling deprived. I can’t wait to try it.

  Review in Books — by Miss Bob Etier — on Sep 15, 2010

• Book Review: Liberty vs Power by Timothy Johnson

  A great volume for any American who is interested in our country's history and its future.

  Review in Books — by Braden — on Sep 15, 2010

• Interview: Kathryn Shay, Author of The Perfect Family

  "I love that kid. He’s kind and sensitive and so good-hearted, it made me cry to put him in such difficult situations."

  Interview in Books — by April Pohren — on Sep 15, 2010

• Book Review: Misha’s Nutcracker by Roman Yakub with Elaine Ulman, illustrated by Alexander “Sasha” Spivak

  Alone and freezing on the streets of St. Petersburg, Misha must find a new life for himself.

  Review in Books — by Miss Bob Etier — on Sep 15, 2010

Sci/Tech

• How to Flash or Reprogram Your Cell Phone to a New Carrier

  Keep your handset and change cellular carriers by flashing your phone.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Mike446 — on Sep 15, 2010

Video

• DVD Review: It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia - The Complete Season 5

  The Gang are up to their typically hilarious antics in the fifth season of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia.

  Review in Video — by Gavin Breeden — on Sep 15, 2010

• DVD Review: The Odd Couple

  Forty-two years later, The Odd Couple still makes us laugh, thanks largely to the sorely missed talents of Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau.

  Review in Video — by Joseph Arthur Clay — on Sep 15, 2010

• J-Lo Reportedly Seals Amercian Idol Deal

  Is she the new Paula?

  News in Video — by Jake Guerra — on Sep 15, 2010

• DVD Review: Saving Grace - The Final Season

  In a season full of wonderful acting, Holly Hunter stands out as the unconventional detective.

  Review in Video — by Rita33 — on Sep 15, 2010

• DVD Review: Goosebumps - The Blob That Ate Everyone

  Three Haunting Goosebumps episodes just in time for Halloween!

  Review in Video — by Confessions of an Overworked Mom — on Sep 15, 2010

• Blu-ray Review: It's Complicated

  The comedic trio of Meryl Streep, Steve Martin, and Alec Baldwin make for a not-to-be-missed showing!

  Review in Video — by April Pohren — on Sep 15, 2010

• Mad Men Women Start To Roar

  Peggy steps up. Joan speaks up. Don cleans up.

  Opinion in Video — by Hank Wasiak — on Sep 15, 2010

• Hugh Laurie and the Cast of House, M.D. on Season Seven

  Video interviews with Hugh Laurie, Lisa Edelstein, Omar Epps and Peter Jacobson

  Interview in Video — by Barbara Barnett — on Sep 15, 2010

• Blu-ray Review: Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam - Extended Edition

  Family friendly and has that familiar Disney feel to it.

  Review in Video — by Cinema Sentries — on Sep 15, 2010

• DVD Review: Legends Of The Canyon

  The story of Laurel Canyon, focusing on Crosby, Stills, and Nash.

  Review in Video — by Greg Barbrick — on Sep 15, 2010

• Blu-ray Review: Supernatural - The Complete Fifth Season

  One of the best horror shows on television.

  Review in Video — by Cinema Sentries — on Sep 15, 2010

• DVD Review: Chuck – The Complete Third Season

  With its excellent mix of drama and comedy, season three of Chuck is a winner.

  Review in Video — by Cinema Sentries — on Sep 15, 2010

• Blu-ray Review: A Scanner Darkly

  A surreal trip in the not so distant future.

  Review in Video — by Sherry Lipp — on Sep 15, 2010

• TV Preview: House - "Now What?" and "Selfish"

  Love changes everything in the season 7 opener of House.

  Review in Video — by Mindy Peterman — on Sep 15, 2010

• TV Review: House, M.D. - Season Seven Premiere "Now What?"

  House and Cuddy finally hook up in the House season premiere, but "now what?"

  Review in Video — by Barbara Barnett — on Sep 15, 2010

Culture

• Islam in Medina

  Muhammed's (pbuh) entry into the city of Medina, and the mixed emotions that were manifested as he slowly began a political structure among the Muslims there.

  Opinion in Culture — by ismailjabaar — on Sep 15, 2010

Sports

• Is Dara Torres the Brett Favre of the Olympics?

  Dara Torres recently announced her intention of making it to the 2012 Olympics. She is currently 43 years old. What is driving her to do this?

  Opinion in Sports — by olympicfanatic — on Sep 15, 2010

• Mark Sanchez Throws Stink Bomb In New Stadium, But Fans Aren’t Laughing

  Mark Sanchez's Hard Knocks shenanigans came to a screeching halt against the Ravens on MNF, as his performance left nobody laughing.

  Opinion in Sports — by ProfPlume — on Sep 15, 2010