Monthly Archives: October 2008

RIP Studs Terkel Andy always disliked him but I admired him. I got my haircut from his barber a few months ago. He really made a difference.

Obscene! My interview with Neil Ortenberg.

Andy & I will order from Art of Pizza, settle down with a cocktail and listen to a short radio play that Andy’s father recorded for him when he was a kid. It’s an annual tradition. When the pizza arrives … Continue reading →

I believe that Obama got to where he is at this moment, and the reason he will win, is because he has always inspired those around him to do their best. And still does. McCain says, "I’m good enough," but … Continue reading →

A Countess from Hong Kong [1967] 1. Marlon Brando in a robe and ridiculously unsexy knee-high black socks.2. Tippi Hedren in a hideous green paisley dress that looked as if it had previously been some kind of window covering.3. Hudson … Continue reading →

I can’t tell you how happy I am that there was a frost last night. It means that I can give up my sneezing fits for another year. See, now it can go back up into the 60’s if it wants … Continue reading →

Comment and I will…. a) Tell you why I friended you. b) Associate you with something — a fandom, song, color, photo, etc. c) Tell you something I like about you. d) Tell you a memory I have of you. … Continue reading →

Who was the highest paid individual in Senator John McCain’s presidential campaign during the first half of October as it headed down the homestretch? Sarah Palin’s traveling makeup artist.