December 20, 2010 Archive

Books

• Book Review: Liberal Betrayal of America and the Tea Party Firestorm by William Davis Eaton

  Liberal Betrayal Of America And The Tea Party Firestorm is a fascinating book for people of all political persuasions.

  Review in Books — by Greg Barbrick — on Dec 20, 2010

• Book Review: The Thinking Person's Guide to Fitness by Jake Nash

  A good, no nonsense guide to fitness from an experienced personal trainer.

  Review in Books — by Lynda Lippin — on Dec 20, 2010

• Book Review: The Wild Side of Photography: Unconventional and Creative Techniques by Cyrill Harnischmacher

  Do you want some inspiration for your own work?

  Review in Books — by T. Michael Testi — on Dec 20, 2010

Music

• DVD Review: America's Music Legacy: Dixieland Jazz

  DVD showcases Dixieland jazz

  Review in Music — by Jack Goodstein — on Dec 20, 2010

• Music Review: Béla Mavrák & The Stars of Buena Vista - Un Sopio En El Aire

  This experiment in mixing musical cultures feels overly restrained.

  Review in Music — by Jon Sobel — on Dec 20, 2010

• In Passing: Captain Beefheart (1/15/41 - 12/17/10)

  Rest In Peace: Captain Beefheart.

  News in Music — by David Bowling — on Dec 20, 2010

• My Favorite Listens Of 2010

  A highly personal and subjective list of my favorite recordings in 2010.

  Opinion in Music — by Richard Marcus — on Dec 20, 2010

• Favorite Tunes of 2010

  A list of favorite songs from what turned out to be a pretty good year for music.

  Opinion in Music — by Scott Deitche — on Dec 20, 2010

• Music DVD Review: Air Force - Live 1970

  Ginger Baker's Air Force flew high in 1970.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Dec 20, 2010

• Music Review: Corinne Bailey Rae - The Love EP

  Corinne Bailey Rae feels the love!

  Review in Music — by Beautelicious — on Dec 20, 2010

• Robin Rogers, Fellow BMA Nominees Dominate Blues Radio Charts

  Blues listeners continue to remember Robin Rogers...

  News in Music — by Josh Hathaway — on Dec 20, 2010

• Interview: Peggy March — Following the Beat of Her Own Drum

  "I Will Follow Him" made her the youngest #1 artist. After conquering Germany and Japan, the singer-songwriter returns to America.

  Interview in Music — by Justin Kantor — on Dec 20, 2010

• Welcome to "Harmony In My Headphones"

  Getting to know music all over again for the first time.

  Opinion in Music — by Michael Jones — on Dec 20, 2010

• Music Review: Ne-Yo - Libra Scales

  Ne-yo continue to reach the top of the Biiboard charts with his smooth lyrics and creativity.

  Review in Music — by Marilyn Pean — on Dec 20, 2010

• Same "Auld Lang Syne"? Try These Overlooked New Year's Eve Songs

  Do New Year's Eve "carols" exist? Yes, if you dig deep into the music vaults.

  Opinion in Music — by Kit O'Toole — on Dec 20, 2010

• An Interview with Jimmy Webb

  The songwriting legend discusses his craft while offering insights on The Beatles, Eminem, and what he's learned from mentors in his career.

  Interview in Music — by Donald Gibson — on Dec 20, 2010

• Music DVD Review: Leona Lewis - The Labyrinth Tour: Live at the O2

  The angelic Lewis engrosses with her first live DVD.

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on Dec 20, 2010

Video

• DVD Review: Samantha: An American Girl Holiday

  Samantha: An American Girl Holiday is a great movie for fans of the dolls.

  Review in Video — by mmmyatt — on Dec 20, 2010

• Interview: Jocelyn Towne, Indie Film Writer and Director of I Am I

  Interview with first time film maker, Jocelyn Towne.

  Interview in Video — by aidyspoetry — on Dec 20, 2010

• Movie Review: The Kids Are All Right

  Ordinariness is precisely the point of the lesbian marriage in The Kids Are All Right.

  Review in Video — by jcurtis — on Dec 20, 2010

• Dreaming In 3D: A Virtual Classic Concerts Wish List

  It's time to dream again as we jump into the 3D virtual live music time machine.

  Opinion in Video — by Chris Catania — on Dec 20, 2010

• DVD Review: Christmas in the Clouds

  A cute romantic comedy that tugs at the heart-strings.

  Review in Video — by Rita33 — on Dec 20, 2010

• DVD Review: The Secret Life of the American Teenager: Volume 5

  The continuing drama in the life of teen mom Amy Juergens.

  Review in Video — by The Other Chad — on Dec 20, 2010

• TV Review: Sarah Palin's Alaska

  Sarah Palin's Alaska is surprisingly good, and is sure to improve her image, even to haters.

  Review in Video — by JeromeWetzelTV — on Dec 20, 2010

• Blu-ray Review: Salt (2010)

  Who is Salt? You may not care to find out.

  Review in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Dec 20, 2010

Politics

• Iran Hit by Sanctions, Cut Subsidies

  Iran announced substantial cut in subsidies paid on energy and food items indicating the affect of international sanctions imposed by UNSC and EU.

  News in Politics — by Sekhar — on Dec 20, 2010

• Harry Reid's No Grinch

  Republican complaints of working around the holidays just proves they don't understand average Americans.

  Opinion in Politics — by Scott Nance — on Dec 20, 2010

• Only in America: How to Meet Ronald Reagan, Tour Richard Nixon's Limousine, and See the White House Built in a Day

  Thoughts on a few things which could happen, well, only in America.

  Opinion in Politics — by Joseph F. Cotto — on Dec 20, 2010

Gaming

• What's New on the Wii/DSi Shop Channel for December 20, 2010

  The holiday season is the perfect time for a party. And for robots with afros.

  News in Gaming — by Brian Szabelski — on Dec 20, 2010

• XBox 360 Review: Monster Jam: Path of Destruction

  Bring the raw atmosphere of the Monster Jam circuit straight to your living room with Monster Jam Path of Destruction!

  Review in Gaming — by Confessions of an Overworked Mom — on Dec 20, 2010

Culture

• Twitter is about Interaction

  Twitter, and social media outlets are about interaction!

  Opinion in Culture — by MissLulu — on Dec 20, 2010

• Thomas Kinkade Goes To Jail: Is This What They Call "Yuletide Joy?"

  Apparently, Mr. Kinkade's source of "Light" had been emanating from the bottom of the bottle all these years.

  News in Culture — by Luigi Bastardo — on Dec 20, 2010

• Theater Review (NYC): A Small Fire by Adam Bock at Playwrights Horizons

  A tough, middle-aged construction contractor is losing her senses—literally.

  Review in Culture — by Jon Sobel — on Dec 20, 2010

• Google's Ngram Viewer Reveals a Nation Less Interested in Social Issues

  Google's Ngram Viewer reveals a less compassionate nation.

  News in Culture — by A. Jurek — on Dec 20, 2010

Sports

• Turns Out, Looks Do Matter in Sports Broadcasting

  Ever look in the mirror? I try not to at all costs. Take a look at this and see why.

  Satire in Sports — by Terry Wright — on Dec 20, 2010

• Seahawks Crash At Home Against Atlanta, 34-18

  Seattle continues sliding downward and out of the 2010 playoff picture.

  Opinion in Sports — by Russ Evenhuis — on Dec 20, 2010

Sci/Tech

• Red Sky at Night: Total Lunar Eclipse Nears

  A once in a lifetime winter solstice total lunar eclipse.

  News in Sci/Tech — by Bruce G. Smith — on Dec 20, 2010

Tastes

• Politically Correct Gingerbread

  Which one is hotter, ginger or Mary Ann?

  Review in Tastes — by Ron Hendricks — on Dec 20, 2010