January 2009
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Bob Lefsetz on the stratification of music... →
The Oscars are toast, the Grammys a laugh, and “American Idol” so 2007. Used to be you went to the movies so you’d have something to talk about at parties. Then, collectively, everybody agreed the movies sucked and stopped going. Leaving people to discuss their kids, or school, or just hook up without saying anything at all.
Is a Tower Of Babel society inevitable? Are we destined...
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I'm going long Pork Bellies... →
I received not one, but TWO bacon recipes in my Inbox today. I’m not a bettin’ man, but if I were playing the market, I’d be thinkin’ of going long Pork Bellies. Seems swine’s in the national consciousness…
Disneyland for Dudes: Playing With Backhoes, ATVs,... →
Think of it as a testosterone-soaked sandbox: a German amusement park where, instead of standing in line to ride on roller coasters, you get to play with big, loud machines. For 219 euros (about $280), patrons can spend the day operating 29-ton Liebherr backhoes and 32-ton Komatsu front-end loaders, off-roading through the woods in a Mercedes-built Unimog, peeling out in a Suzuki SUV, and slinging...
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BREAKING: Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' Coming to... →
“…something that ought to clog up the Theater District again is coming down. It’s light-years away, but the deal, which has been six months in burbling and reburbling, got finalized over the weekend. And that is, that old Michael Jackson video “Thriller,” which he did in the ’80s, is coming to life on Broadway. Michael will be involved in it creatively, and what...
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ohnotheydidnt: Kermit | Bale →
“What do Christian Bale and Kermit the Frog have in common? More than you might realize… (and yes, clearly I have far too much time on my hands.)”
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“I have a feeling this guy may be the real deal. Seriously. I’m still annoyed by...”
– merlin mann (via aja) (via soupsoup)
All I’m saying.
I didn’t vote for the guy, but let’s see what he can do.
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Obama: "Why are you still here?"
Last week, Steve Jobs announced that he will be taking a 6 month medical leave as CEO of Apple. Tim Cook, Apple’s COO, was tapped to take his place.
A great story about Cook emerged from the chatter surrounding the move that should illustrate the type of manager he is, and likewise show that the company is in good, capable hands:
“With a courtly manner and quiet Southern demeanor,...
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Labyrinth Sing-Along →
Oh, New York City culture, you slay me…
Jim Henson’s last film is a fantastically outlandish production featuring his famed puppet creations alongside Jennifer Connelly and glam rocker David Bowie. Connelly plays Sarah Williams, a teenager with an overactive imagination who has to navigate the evil Goblin King Jareth’s (Bowie) ever-changing maze to rescue her brother...
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The New McDouble Burger: 'Limit 4 per customer' →
Just saw a commercial for the new McDouble® Burger on the McDonald’s Dollar Menu. (Like a Double Cheeseburger, but with only one slice of cheese. Rising food costs, you know).
At the end, the fine print across the bottom of the screen reads:
‘Limit 4 per customer.’
4.
McDoubles.
That’s EIGHT patties.
Good lookin’ out, McDawg. Way to keep us from overdoing it....
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Vampire Discrimination! →
A vampire struggles to order his late night snack on Christmas Eve when stores close before sun-down.
Crying.
Follow link.
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Oh, Gene Wilder, you meshugana…
From Stir...
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HILARIOUS: 'Future Beer Pong Champion' Baby Onesie →
Get yours here.
Baby’s gonna make Mom and Dad proud someday!
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*BURP* Got my free Dr. Pepper today...
Thank you, Axl.
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Only a Mom would know...
From my friend, Rachel, mother of two twin girls:
One day my mother was out and my dad was in charge of me.
I was maybe 2 1/2 years old and had just recovered from an accident. Someone had given me a little ‘tea set’ as a get-well gift and it was one of my favorite toys. Daddy was in the living room engrossed in the evening news when I brought Daddy a little cup of...
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I say the Chargers end zones should be painted to...
Whale’s Vagina.
