Category Archives: General Culture and News

Findings in from Controversial Pediatric Drug Study

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Tom Garrett

Have you ever wondered what it might look like if you gave cocaine to an eight-year-old? If so, (1) you’re probably already in jail, but (2) at least you can wonder no more:

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Occupy Wall Street’s Deman-ifesto (Translated Version)

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Tom Garrett

Our previously-vague, sometimes-confusing comrades friends at Occupy Wall Street finally released a long-awaited proposed list of demands a couple of days ago.  And, yes, the group has since pointed out that this demani-festo is merely the work of one supporter, and … Continue reading →

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Justice, Injustice, and the Unfortunate Case of Troy Davis

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Tom Garrett

The trouble with justice is that it’s a subjective concept that we allege to be purely objective when applied properly.  Blindfold and scales and all that. Yet, an individual’s point of view determines so much of the makeup of this … Continue reading →

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No Apology Necessary

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Tom Garrett

Netflix can’t catch a break.  First, the company created a new pricing structure that separated DVD-by-mail and streaming, but, in effect, raised the cost to most customers by a few dollars per month.  This was met with many loud complaints by customers … Continue reading →

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Come on, Irene

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Tom Garrett

The street next to my mom’s house is pictured below.  I doubt she’ll have power back for a week or so.  I got mine back this morning. Truthfully, I think I could go a while without it with little difficulty, … Continue reading →

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The Axis of Ego Nerdcast

Posted on August 27, 2011 by The Axis of Ego

Not getting enough technology talk in our previous podcasts?  How about some pro wrestling thrown in?  Fantasy football references?  A discussion on various shades and flavors of clown?  Lots and lots of self-satisfied laughter?  Well, this podcast is for you. … Continue reading →

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No Laughing Matter

Posted on August 18, 2011 by Tom Garrett

Seen at the Richmond International House of Airplanes Airport: Upon arriving at the security checkpoint, I announced loudly that “A priest, a rabbi, and a minister walk into an airport . . . ” at which point I was quickly … Continue reading →

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Rules

Posted on August 5, 2011 by Tom Garrett

I experienced something instructive while covering a high school baseball tournament a few months back.  Our local minor league baseball team graciously afforded its stadium for use in the event. The stadium closes its upper deck for purposes of the … Continue reading →

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The Laziest Thing I’ve Seen This Year

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Tom Garrett
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Portrait of a Cereal Killer

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Tom Garrett

My “normal” eating habits properly may be called neither “great” nor “terrible.” I certainly overeat on occasion.  I also rarely eat a lot of sugar.   I don’t eat as many vegetables as I should.  I do make a point … Continue reading →

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