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Thursday, June 18, 2009 10:07:40 PM
It's June. It must be time for another post, eh? 
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The Costs of War
Sunday, April 6, 2008 1:03:12 AM
Follow the US human and monetary costs of the War in Iraq.
Sadly, this data does not reflect the cost to other countries embroiled in this travesty along with us. I've added Iraqi civillian death toll data, but I've seen estimates ten times as high as what's is reflected here.
Sadly, this data does not reflect the cost to other countries embroiled in this travesty along with us. I've added Iraqi civillian death toll data, but I've seen estimates ten times as high as what's is reflected here.
Randomania
Wednesday, July 15, 2009 9:50:10 PM
Well, it's July someteeth and that means it's time for what have become, to my embarrassment, monthly posts. There seems to be a lot more nakedness and debauchery in this post than I am usually given to sharing. I don't know if that speaks to my state of mind or to the recent contents of the news.
Without further ado (and wit hthe hope that all the links are good - I read 'em before I posted 'em):
- With Amir so close to the center of what's going on in Iran, I found this Fatwa against the Supreme Leader most interesting. I hope things settle out soon, and that women in particular, and people in general are permitted to experience more freedoms, and a better standard of living.
Peace Chain
Monday, May 25, 2009 1:37:39 AM
Our friend Claude started a peace chain. It is an inspiring idea, and I hope those of you who have not seen it before today will take a look, and consider joining.
Randomania
Wednesday, May 13, 2009 2:52:46 AM
Regular readers may remember that I once posted a great deal. The rest of you probably don't know that I ever posted anything, it's been so long since i actually did something here. In any case, here's a bit of the random for you.
Hey Goombah!
Wednesday, March 18, 2009 3:11:49 AM
I saw a commercial on television for some Italian eatery or other this evening, and it contained the song "Mambo Italiano." It's been done by a lot of talented performers (and some not so talented performers) since it was written in 1954.
Playlist
Tuesday, March 17, 2009 5:36:49 AM
Here's a big chunk of what I've been listening to this evening. I couldn't find it all, so this is all you get.
I don't see any errors in the list (misattributions or misspellings, etc.) and it's late, so I'm just going to leave it without belaboring the artists. If you like 'em, buy 'em - they'll appreciate it.
For the most part, that's pretty sweet stuff. I was also listening to Amanda Palmer, specifically "Leeds United", which I (inexplicably) cannot find in Seeqpod and which is definately less sweet that the stuff above. Mel pointed me to it in the youtubes though, and now I'm sharing it with you.
I know you phonies aren't going to be able to enjoy all the Seeqpod goodness, but you can enjoy the video here.
Television Worth Watching
Sunday, March 15, 2009 3:18:57 AM
This evening, I watched JIll Krementz interviewed on BookTV on CSPAN2. They run interviews with authors 48 hours every weekend. It's really quite astounding, and there is something for everyone. Every subject, from both ends of the political spectrum. Only in America, as they say.
More Music
Monday, February 9, 2009 2:18:00 AM
Alice Russell has been drawing comparisons to Amy Winehouse (seems like every English girl with a retro sound is the new Amy Winehouse, doesn't it?). I hope she's soberer.
I don't hear it, myself. And she's been cranking out albums for five years or so, so maybe Winehouse sounds like Russell? You can be the judge. She's soulful, and I defy you not to bob your head. Or dance. Or sign up for dance lessons so you can dance.
I don't hear it, myself. And she's been cranking out albums for five years or so, so maybe Winehouse sounds like Russell? You can be the judge. She's soulful, and I defy you not to bob your head. Or dance. Or sign up for dance lessons so you can dance.
Songstyles
Sunday, February 8, 2009 12:14:46 AM
What has Noah been up to, while he's been spending less time on MyOPera? Well, today, I've been listening to Theresa Andersson.
Althought she's Swedish, Andersson came to the US - New Orleans - to play violin with a fellow swede. She's played with a ton of famous New Orleans heavy hitters like the Neville Brothers, Allen Toussaint, and The Meters.
It turns out she can sing, too.
Althought she's Swedish, Andersson came to the US - New Orleans - to play violin with a fellow swede. She's played with a ton of famous New Orleans heavy hitters like the Neville Brothers, Allen Toussaint, and The Meters.
It turns out she can sing, too.
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