Monthly Archives: November 2010
November 21, 2010 – Randy.
If there’s one musical artist I think has stood the test of time – it’s Randy Newman. Stay with me – how many songwriters do you know who’ve done film, pop, symphony and more…and never strayed from the important satirical … Continue reading
November 20, 2010 – Books on culture.
I’m fascinated by the things we as human beings do, that then take hold…ultimately to become our culture. These books above, from sustainable design to web content creation, reflect that desire to learn about the creation of culture. But…time to … Continue reading
November 19, 2010 – VHS? Seriously, VHS?
Ok, seriously — WHY was I still hoarding VHS tapes? DVDs are one thing – but c’mon – VHS? I think the last time I used the player was about 2 years ago. Atop the RID pile they go. Anyone … Continue reading
November 18, 2010 – Some comedy DVDs worth talking about.
I love these DVDs. Mr. Show may have been the best comedy show on television. Get a Life, starring Chris Elliot, was WAY before its time. Chris Farley = tragic genius. And Sports Night was the precursor to the greatness … Continue reading
November 17, 2010 – Sometimes watching TV can educate.
Short entry today, as I’m traveling. I’m a big fan of the documentary. I love seeing things through someone’s eyes who obviously has the passion to delve into a subject deeply. Giving away two today – the YES Men, a … Continue reading
November 16, 2010 – Harsh travel.
This is a GREAT DVD. It’s brought to you from the fine folks at Vice Magazine – that hyper-reality rag from deep inside Canada. They travel in typical Vice fashion – to the slums of Brazil, to the wilderness surrounding … Continue reading
November 15, 2010 – CDs, the G’s.
It’s a “CD giveaway” day – today, the G’s. Some highlights… Peter Gabriel – Like a lot of American youth, I came to the Peter Gabriel party through a little album called, “So.” He continues to amaze me through his … Continue reading
November 14, 2010 – Sometimes old friends disappoint.
I love “It’s always Sunny in Philadelphia” — I find it to be the new standard bearer in inappropriate, laugh-out-loud comedy on television. I gotta give the credit to Danny Devito – I’m not sure I’ve disliked ANYTHING he’s been … Continue reading
What I got rid of today. 