Author Archives: Tom Garrett

SitCombat: 10/11/12

Posted on October 12, 2012 by Tom Garrett

30 Rock pulled off the win last week with an episode that was as much about setting the table for its final season as it was delivering laughs (it did both).  The Office had an “off” week after a strong … Continue reading →

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The Orchestra

Posted on October 10, 2012 by Tom Garrett

Metaphors are my stock-in-trade. On this particular day, I conceptualize life—or, more specifically, our society—as a symphony orchestra. People have varying degrees of investment and involvement with society, what some might call “success.”  Spouses, children, careers, prestige.  Let’s dub these … Continue reading →

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SitCombat is SitComBACK!

Posted on October 5, 2012 by Tom Garrett

The venerable NBC franchises which are the subject of the equally-venerable “SitCombat” conflict will both cease production at the end of this season.  It seems incredibly likely that this (if not “tired,” at least a little “sleepy”) format will likewise … Continue reading →

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Sticks and Stones

Posted on October 3, 2012 by Tom Garrett

About once a week, something comes across my virtual desk that riles me to some degree or another.  I usually vow to write about it, only to get too busy with one of my paying gigs ever to deal with … Continue reading →

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Let’s Be Honest

Posted on September 28, 2012 by Tom Garrett

In the midst of my daily constitutional through the virtual halls of Sporcle, a peculiar banner ad caught my attention. Like most free websites, Sporcle relies on high traffic and banner ads to create revenue.  The banner ads range widely … Continue reading →

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My Latest (Crazy) Breaking Bad Theory

Posted on September 20, 2012 by Tom Garrett

I haven’t had a chance to discuss Breaking Bad since the season ended a couple of weeks back.  I had intended to do a follow-up podcast with Joey Bland, but happy life circumstances intervened on his end.  I’m sure we’ll … Continue reading →

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This is Not Lunch

Posted on September 14, 2012 by Tom Garrett

I understand that commenting on the eating habits of Americans is well-traveled territory.  And I’m certainly not within hailing distance of proper eating habits.  However, there are still certain lines I won’t cross—lines that separate man from insatiable animals unable … Continue reading →

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Posted on September 6, 2012 by Tom Garrett

Originally posted on The Axis of Ego:
I hate to interrupt a string of lighthearted cultural observations, sports references, and stories about awkward moments in the annals of entertainment history with something more serious—but here goes. A fascinating journal article…

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Barney and Macy Today

Posted on August 31, 2012 by Tom Garrett

For those who are curious about the tiny, almost-hairless (great Cameron Crowe movie, btw) creatures I referenced last time, here’s what they look like all grown up.  As I said, they both recovered very nicely to grow up to be … Continue reading →

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Barney and Macy

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Tom Garrett

Continuing my series of short, easy-to-write articles prominently featuring videos of small creatures, I present today Barney and Macy.  Barney was my very first foster dog, and his sister Macy soon joined him to keep him company.  As you’ll see … Continue reading →

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