Monthly Archives: October 2011

DC reboot part three

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Steve

Entry number three regarding the DC reboot encompasses another well-loved book from the Eighties as it undergoes its umpteenth do-over. With Teen Titans, I’m guessing 2011 is attempt number five. Titans was originally intended to be a Junior Justice League … Continue reading →

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Italian #9: Maria Montessori

Posted on October 12, 2011 by Steve

You may see her schools in your neighborhood, especially around Austin. There’s even one near my house. However, what the hell is it exactly? A Montessori school is an alternative learning institution (or plan) which takes a more radical approach … Continue reading →

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Italian(s) #8: Tom & Ray Magliozzi

Posted on October 12, 2011 by Steve

I thought I had turned the corner on my monthly feature but I was wiped out Monday and on Tuesday I was invited to attend the Roger Daltrey concert (waiting for a photo). But today is officially Columbus Day so … Continue reading →

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The Doctor is in!

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Steve

A (relatively) quick birthday cake for my friend Jeff’s two sons, the names are blurred out to protect their privacy, you never know where/how these social engineering jerkwads get stuff. It was pretty cool how Somara did the main attraction, … Continue reading →

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Italian #7: Sylvia Poggioli

Posted on October 9, 2011 by Steve

Sylvia has been (and remains) a staple of NPR news for 29 years with Europe as her territory. However she is memorable due to how her last name is said. To my ears, it sounds like it begins with “Boo” … Continue reading →

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Stars destroy the Barons in opener

Posted on October 9, 2011 by Steve

Last season I felt rather slighted by the AHL. In our inaugural year, the Stars won the Western Conference and were serious contenders for the Calder Cup. Pretty damned amazing for a city that never had an AHL-level team before. … Continue reading →

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Happy 11th Birthday Chance!

Posted on October 9, 2011 by Steve

My friend’s son has already hit double digits but this is the first landmark…back to a prime number and many kids’ menus don’t apply anymore. More importantly, according to Patton Oswalt, no birthday cake or party. Not until he turns … Continue reading →

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Italian #6: Dan Castellaneta

Posted on October 8, 2011 by Steve

I’ve been following the general news about New Corp’s demand to have The Simpsons voice actors take huge pay cuts because the show has become unprofitable. Really? Somehow Murdoch and his flunkies must think anyone with an IQ over 85 has no … Continue reading →

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Italian #5: Dick Giordano

Posted on October 8, 2011 by Steve

I don’t want to repeat myself and I think I covered the man’s great career over a year go with my obituary. I will add this about him. The man took inking to a new level. Normally in comic books, … Continue reading →

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Italian #4: Isabella Rosellini

Posted on October 8, 2011 by Steve

I want to kick with a big thank you from my friends Helen and Peter. I actually received a heartwarming comment via Helen regarding my last entry about A. P. Giannini so this means at least one person is reading … Continue reading →

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Italian #3: A. P. Giannini

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Steve

This man brought banking to the middle and lower-class masses but if he were alive today, modern financing would turn his stomach or maybe he’d be too busy working in the Third World promoting micro-lending to the poor. Much of … Continue reading →

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RIP: Charles Napier

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Steve

Another great actor you may recognize by his appearance but hardly ever his name. In the non-Geek genre, he is best known as the honky-tonk band leader chasing Jake and Elwood in The Blues Brothers. This was amongst dozens of … Continue reading →

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Italian #2: Johnette Napolitano

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Steve

I’ve been out sick obviously. I was feeling well enough last night to write down my immediate thoughts regarding the death Mr. Steve Jobs, my boss and indirectly the guy who helped me choose a more lucrative career over broadcasting. … Continue reading →

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Farewell Mr. Jobs

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Steve

You’ve probably caught the news fairly often regarding the co-founder of Apple and celebrity CEO. As an employee of 12 years, I’m going to answer the question on most people’s minds and the one the SCLM will drive into the … Continue reading →

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Italian #1: Enrico Fermi

Posted on October 2, 2011 by Steve

As per my promise (or threat?), I’m kicking off my blather about Italy’s contribution to the world with a scientist. His name may sound familiar in the Chicago area and/or if you follow Science stories on NPR because a particle … Continue reading →

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