This morning, while listening to NPR’s Morning Edition, I caught the end of a piece which discussed some of the immigration issues currently being played out in Arizona. I wanted to listen to the entire piece so I went to their website and I found out NPR is actually doing a three-part series on Phoenix. These are the links to each part of the series where you can read about the topics and access the audio.
Need some new music for your music player? how about some DRM-free mp3 files? Mercedes Benz releases a series of songs every 10 weeks, featuring several international artists. Certinaly a good way to bring something new to your playlists.
Check out Mixed Tape 11, listen to the tracks online or download the whole thing to your computer. I’ll keep my eye on future versions and let you know when they are available in case that you are interested in these collections.
Today was the end of the CBS shows that we have been watching all summer. We had to tape BB6 since we had running club tonight but got to see both season finales (sp?). Here are my thoughts on the show winners.
Big Brother 6
Two words: Nerd Herd
. Between Maggie or Ivette, I am glad that Maggie won the prise. I guess I really didn’t care for either one to win but since there had to be a winner Maggie was the less annoying of the two and she had my vote. The best part of the finale was watching the rest of the nerd herd realize they were played all season long by their own leader and of course Janelle’s comments. Best part of the show? Jedi Howie
Rock Star INXS
We watched this one from day one, to me it was the grown up version of that idol show so many other people like. I really enjoyed the combination of styles and talents and how the progressed through the show. The top three were not necessarily a surprise and Sarah and I picked Mig being the first one to be eliminated tonight.
JD had the attitude, mostly driven by confidence and passion, from day one but the was able to deliver on stage. Marty truly became a performer while on this show and he has a lot of talent but his attitude and his I-know-what-is-best
sort of demeanor got a little old. On stage both knew how to delivery powerful performances but Sarah and I both agreed that JD was a better artist. INXS was not looking for a good person, they were looking for someone to lead their band and I think JD was the best choice.
Although the true winner of this show was INXS. I am not sure how many 18 year olds knew of the band before this show. I am not sure how many would become fans because of the show, but I am sure a lot more “kids” will know the name INXS from now on.
This is not a movie review or anything of the sort but you should really go watch Wedding Crashers, it is worth every single laugh (and there is plenty to go around). I was a bit worried that the movie would be too long for Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn to be funny for the whole thing but they actually were.
The supporting cast was brilliant as well, specially Isla Fisher playing the character of Gloria Clear. I will not give anything away here but she will keep you laughing for days after you watch the movie. If you have not watch it, you are really missing out so stop reading this and make it a point to go watch this movie.
We met a couple of friends for dinner and we had plans to get to Scottsdale’s ArtWalk. Dinner was so great that we only had a few minutes to walk around a few of the art galleries that were still open. I took a couple of photos but we’ll definitely be back in the near future.
The Scottsdale Gallery Associations signature Scottsdale ArtWalks are a 30-year tradition. Unique in their scope and longevity, they are held every Thursday evening, year-round (except Thanksgiving) from 7-9 pm. Each week, Scottsdale Gallery Association members host special exhibits - many with artist receptions - and join together for an informal come-and-go open house throughout the district. Casual and eclectic, its a great time to visit the galleries and learn about featured artists
