My Definitive (?) FRIENDS Rankings
The Big “F-R-I-E-N-D-S” Reunion Special began streaming on HBOMax a few weeks ago and Erin and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I said that night, “It […]
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Todd v. Dave: Ketchup on a Corndog?
I don’t know how this came up … but you’re welcome in advance, America! David Gershwin: I’ve got a confession: I don’t put ketchup on […]
“Van Weezer” Makes Old Things New Again
In 1994, I was encouraged to listen to “the Blue Album” by a new rock band called “Weezer.” Upon the first track hitting my ears, […]
America: Greatest Country on Earth?
“America is the greatest country on Earth.” We’re spoon-fed this belief almost from birth, and quite continuously throughout our school years. As adults, we hear […]
Phew! We’ve Avoided a European Soccer “Super League” For Now
Late Sunday evening on the 18th of April, 12 of the wealthiest and most well-known European soccer clubs announced the formation of a private, invite-only […]
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 […]
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 […]