The Content of our Discontent
POETS Day! Ovid’s The Amores
Christopher Marlowe’s translation of Ovid’s “The Amores” is fantastic. I think you have to say that, or no one will take you seriously.
Weekend Plans Post: Pasta That Tastes Too Good To Be Homemade
You know how the best tasting food is the food that someone else makes?
This stuff tastes like someone else made it.
Thursday Throughput: Collapsing Bridge Edition
[ThTh1] In 1993, Amtrack’s Sunrise Unlimited train derailed at the Big Bayou Canot Bridge, killing 47 people. Investigation showed that a heavy barge had turned up the wrong branch of the Mobile River and...
Bridge Derangement Syndrome
Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse brought out the usual suspects to explain why the bridge tragedy was linked to their favorite talking points.
Terror In Moscow Exposes Putin’s Weakness
Putin may attempt to use the attack to unite Russia behind his war on Ukraine, but the reality is that the attack lays bare the hollowness of the Russian security state.
25 Iconic Looks From The Big and Small Screen
Costumes are an essential part of the cinematic and television experience. Here are 25 iconic looks from the big and small screen.
Music Monday: Is This the Greatest Rock Instrumental of All Time?
Before introducing what I believe to be the greatest instrumental in the history of rock ‘n roll, allow me to acknowledge some worthy contenders to the title.
Is Murder At Times Really Justifiable
“I’ll just walk around the course and watch you fellows play.”
A Chance for Sanity in the House of Representatives?
Democrats have an opportunity, if they choose to take it. Democrats could rescue Johnson and exact a price for doing so.
Saturday Morning Gaming: More Nobody Saves The World
I’ve been playing a lot more Nobody Saves The World since I first talked about it last week and the game continues to delight.
Weekend Plans Post: Recovery
A week later, we’ve mostly had conversations about stuff like “even though it’s X days after surgery, I FEEL SO MUCH BETTER!”
Sports Betting Opponents Try Mopping Water Off Legalized Gambling Beachhead
There will be no un-ringing the bell that launched legalize sports gambling in America. So, what is the next play for folks who don’t like legalized sports betting in America
