Oprah Causes Chicken Shortage
Filed under: Blog Entries, Community, Entertainment & Sports, Family, Laughable, Personal Finance
This will be the headlines in the next couple of weeks because Oprah is giving out coupons for a free two piece of grilled chicken, two individual sides and a biscuit at participating Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurants. Kudos to KFC on this deal because we know anything Oprah advertises sells out fast. This will definitely make the Chick-fil-A cows job a lot easier.
Just know this is a limited time deal only. The coupon is available for printing from 9am CDT 5/5/09 to 9:59pm CDT 5/6/09. You are limited to 4 downloads of coupon and it is redeemable at participating KFC locations in the U.S. from 5/5/09 to 5/19/09, excluding 5/10/09. Guess I know what my lunch will be for the next couple of days. Here’s the link.
Thanks O!
Colbert on Tea
Filed under: Blog Entries, Entertainment & Sports, Laughable, Politics
Okay, I was up late last night working and happened to be watching the Colbert Report. This clip had me ROFL because it made so much sense. The original intent of the non-partisan TEA parties were to protest the excessive spending of both political parties. But it seems the Republicans took the cause on their own shoulders to remind everyone they are the party of lower taxes.
My question is, how many people who attended were really there to protest government spending? Government spending has been out of control for the past seven years, so why is everyone in a tizzy about it now? I’ve been saying for a long time, that future generations are going to have to pay for the choices made buy our government. You can only keep taxes low for a while. They have to go up at some point. Don’t they? You can’t fight the war on terror, fix the economy, fix the health care crisis and improve education without spending a little cash.
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Online TV
Filed under: Blog Entries, Entertainment & Sports, Technology
I think I’ve just found my favorite online tech addiction. I’ve seen the commercial for Hulu before, but I never thought about checking it out until a friend of mine introduced me to it. Hulu is an online video service that offers hit TV shows, movies and clips at Hulu.com and other online destination sites – all for free, anytime in the U.S. Hulu brings together a large selection of videos from more than 130 content providers, including FOX, NBC Universal, MGM, Sony Pictures Television, Warner Bros. and more. Users can choose from more than 1000 current primetime TV hits such as The Simpsons, Family Guy, Alf, Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids, Ghostbusters, The Karate Kid, and clips from Saturday Night Live, Friends and other popular TV shows and movies.
During full length episodes, you have to watch a 30 second commercial, but it’s really not that big of a deal for what you get. It really is just one more way to get your fix of television. With faster Internet speeds we are going to see more companies like this popping up. Hulu seems to have a good network of television stations which will allow them to have better shows than some other companies I’ve seen attempt this. Check out the listing of full episodes, clips and movies they offer. Here’s the commercial that aired during the Superbowl.
Sang Jennifer, Sang!
I like music and I enjoy hearing a good rendition of the Star Spangled Banner. If you saw the Superbowl last night, you know what I’m talking about. Even though it was lip-synched, Jennifer Hudson SANG that song last night and it lived up to my expectations. The Star Spangled Banner is easy to mess up and I’m sure it can be nerve wrecking with people are hanging on your every word. I was one of the three who played the melody on trumpet in high school on game nights, so it holds a special place in my heart. The song speaks of the American flag which is a symbol of freedom, bravery and perseverance in a country when compared to others is still in its infant stages.
I actually have three different versions on my mp3 player:
- Sandi Patty (don’t laugh, her version is the real deal) – Studio Recording
- Whitney Houston – Superbowl XXV
- Beyonce – Superbowl XXXVIII
Jennifer will definitely be added as soon as I can get a copy off Rhapsody. I heard someone on the radio say she probably had Bin Laden in corner of a cave crying. She’s gone through a lot and I was praying she could keep it together. What a song to do as her first public performance. Why did she get cut from American Idol again? I’m not sure how long it will be posted, so if you didn’t see it, here it is.
Which version of the song is your favorite?
Government Gets Involved In NCAA Playoff Battle
Filed under: Blog Entries, Entertainment & Sports, Politics
First the banking system, then the auto industry, now college football. I was looking through the active bills at govtrack.us and found H. Res. 68. On January 16th, Rep. Neil Abercrombie [D-HI] introduced a resolution in the House which supports the establishment of an NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision Championship playoff system in the interest of fairness and to bring parity to all NCAA teams.
What’s even more interesting is that this is a bi-partisan effort with a Democrat and two Republicans listed as co-sponsors. While I doubt this resolution will make it past the committee, it was funny to read because we all know President Obama supports the playoff system. And I agree! Let the teams battle it out and fight their way to a National Championship. That way, we won’t have to hear teams (and fans) whine and complain when they don’t make it. Check out some of the wording in the resolution:
Whereas the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (formerly Division I A) is currently the only major college sport without an NCAA championship: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives–
(1) rejects the BCS system as an illegal restraint of trade that violates the Sherman Anti-Trust Act;
(2) demands the United States Department of Justice Antitrust Division investigate and bring appropriate action to have the BCS system declared illegal and require a playoff to determine a national champion; and
(3) supports the establishment of an NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision Championship playoff system in the interest of fairness and to bring parity to all NCAA teams.
So the question remains, what will Congress take over next?
Read the full text of this resolution
Coach Loses Job Over 100-0 Win
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You know, I’ve been trying to stay away from this one, but this is getting out of hand. Yesterday the Covenant School fired Micah Grimes, its girls basketball coach, after posting a comment on a blog about their 100-0 win over Dallas Academy. In a post at www.flightbasketball.com Grimes stated, “I respectfully disagree with the apology, especially the notion that the Covenant School girls basketball team should feel ‘embarrassed’ or ‘ashamed,’ ” part of the post says. “We played the game as it was meant to be played and would not intentionally run up the score on any opponent. Although a wide-margin victory is never evidence of compassion, my girls played with honor and integrity and showed respect to Dallas Academy.”
I’ve never really understood why running up the score was looked down on. I could see how it would be damaging to the kids’ self-esteem, but what message are you really sending? The girls at the Covenant School where in the same position as Dallas Academy a couple of years ago. With hard work and dedication to the game, they were able to turn the team around. Because they attend a Christian school, should they be told to go light on a team when the lead gets too big? Basketball is a competitive sport and Dallas Academy was out of their league. I hope the young ladies on both sides don’t get frustrated by everything that’s going on. I hope The Covenant School continues to play hard to the end and Dallas Academy uses their time off to rebuild and improve. There’s motivation in losing the way they did and there’s nothing to be ashamed of if you come back stronger next time.
Covenant coach who beat Dallas Academy 100-0 is fired
Hello President Obama!
Filed under: Blog Entries, Community, Entertainment & Sports, General, Podcasts, Think Global
Who woulda thunk it! Before he announced he was officially running, I was one of those who thought Obama should have waited to let Hillary get her eight years and then take his after she was done. I figured it would guarantee the Democrats 16 years in Office. I never thought the American people would go for it. Boy was I wrong.
Today is a special day for all people. Whether you voted for him or not, Barack Obama is the 44th President of the United States of America and is in need of your help to set this country back on track. I was never one to think he would come in a fix everything with a magic wand, but I am one who believes Obama is the change agent this country needs. I’m hoping he will continue to be open to ideas from other parties and will push all Americans to get involved in making things better for all people. We’ve been selfish for a long time and the problems we are facing today are a result of our actions. It’s time for a change in our thinking and how we view the world around us.
One thing that I’m excited about the most is that my boys will be able to grow up under the administration of a black president. It’s been funny to see him get excited when he sees a picture of Obama and he knows without us telling him who his president will be. There’s a renewed hope in what’s been accomplished and America is a better place because of it. So if you pray, let’s keep him and his family in your prayers. If you don’t pray, then wish him luck. But whatever you do, he’s going to need it because there’s a lot of work ahead of the Obama Administration.
Check out this great poem by Samira Edi entitled “Obama’s Humble Shoes”.
Steve & Barry’s Closing US Stores
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I never would have thought I would see the day when a Steve & Barry’s would go out of business. That was one of the few stores where I could get some decent clothes and shoes for an affordable price. I’m no fashionista nor do I need to have a pair of shoes that are marked up 1000% in cost, so S&B was a favorite of mine. Where else will I be able to get a pair of Marbury’s for $15? It just goes to show how much in the dumps this economy is in. I guess this will push the unemployment rate up a little higher next year.
I was walking through the mall last week and almost every store had a sale going on. Everyone is having to discount their inventory to get people in the door. It’s kind of hard to not be pessimistic about the future, but the reality is that things are going to be tough for a while. While it may not help the economy, budget and save for hard times. While you can expect to see some good deals this Black Friday, don’t get too caught up in a spending frenzy. If you can’t handle it, stay at home like me. The last thing I need to see is a good deal on a HDTV.
Who Is Dondria? Ask So So Def Records.
Filed under: Blog Entries, Community, Entertainment & Sports, Music Reviews, Society & Culture, Technology
If you’re a regular to the podcast, you know every show I try to highlight a music artist. I wanted to wait until the next show to highlight this artist, but I thought why not share her story with you in it’s own post. Dondria a.k.a “phatfffat” is a local artist from Sachse, Texas who was discovered by So So Def Records on youtube. The video below shares the whole story and is a reminder of how hard work and ingenuity can help you reach your dreams. The opportunities are out there. You just have to go after them.
You can watch video of Dondria’s quest to stardom on her Youtube page and while you’re there, show her some love by purchasing her single “Can’t Stop” on iTunes and Amazon. She has a great voice in and out the studio. I’ll keep you posted on any news I hear and as always I want to know what you think.
Purchase “Can’t Stop” at iTunes
Purchase “Can’t Stop” at amazon.com
www.youtube.com/phatfffat
President Obama’s First Day by Ted Rall
Filed under: Blog Entries, Entertainment & Sports, Laughable, Politics
The man hasn’t even been sworn in yet and the political cartoons about is first day are already coming. With any president you’re going to have critics, but let’s give him a chance! Remember, GW still has until January 20th to reek more havoc on America.
While I may not agree with the overall message, I thought the cartoon was funny. It reminded me of something I’d see on South Park and the old school Batman scene really cracked me up. Whether you agree with Obama’s policy or not, he was the best man for the job. No one thinks he’ll fix all the problems we face as a country over night. It took eight years to screw it up, so I think it’ll take a little longer to fix it. Change is scary for a lot of people (me included), but in the end we tend to see it wasn’t as bad as we thought it would be.
In all fairness, here’s a cartoon they made about Sarah Palin. Job well done Ted.
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