Alcoholics Anonymous Was Ready for Zoom and Virtual Global “Travel”
As a member of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), I was among themany concerned that I would lose my connection to the community — or “fellowship,” as […]
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What’s with all the Star Wars “Empire Merch?”
The original Star Wars was released in the summer of 1977. I was six and was immediately hooked. I’ve been a Star Wars Geek ever […]
I Go Back to School to Study Journalism
One morning in the middle of September, I found myself at a breaking point and easily coming to tears. Having been out of work for […]
My Brief Stint With the U.S. Census
As some of you know, I’ve been looking for my next career mission for some time now. And this spring, like so many millions of […]
My New Name Idea for the Team from Washington, DC
With former Clippers owner Donald Sterling off the board for several years now, his heir as the current worst owner in sports, Dan Snyder, has […]
The Official Application for Membership in Todd Flora’s America
People are always asking me (let’s just pretend), “Todd, how do I get into ‘Todd Flora’s America?’” or “Am I TFA Material?” Well, I never […]
A One-Term Biden Needs an Already Presidential Running Mate
Most friends and family would say I’m a very progressive Democrat. I call myself a “Warren Democrat.” I want my party and my country to […]
My Recommended Viewing List While “Sheltering In Place”
Greetings from Southern California, where we are all sheltering in place and only leaving for essential services during this most serious COVID-19 crisis. And outside […]
Will MLS Overtake MLB in Popularity?
As the Covid-19 crisis continues, I thought I would give my readers a little taste of sports. A good debate arose several weeks ago, and […]
A “Catch All” Column, Vol. 3
Does Science = God = Science?! I’ve never understood the struggle between God and Science. That is to say, I don’t understand the feeling held […]