White Fragility Fails to Address Racism in a Meaningful Way
Writing a book about racism without mentioning the system in which it thrives serves no real purpose
The Benefits and Dangers of MMA for Kids
There is a new trend where people beat the snot out of each other in a cage. This time it includes kids. No, I'm not talking about parents who let their kids watch the UFC, but rather the parents who let their kids participate in UFC style cage fights.
Donald Trump Makes Classic Movies Come to Life!
Idiocracy isn't the only movie where we can compare Trump to a fictional character. We can't forget the classics!
Celebrity Worship: The Worst Drug in America
In the last few decades, America has taken to worshiping false idols, and I don’t just mean those found on American Idol. It has gotten so bad that a whole medical condition has been born from it; celebrity worship syndrome.
Why Making A Murderer is Required Viewing
Steven Avery's case aside, the Netflix documentary exposes just how corrupt our justice system can be
The Angelina Jolie Mastectomy Effect
Michelle tells her personal story of prevention and survival. A story she is able to share thanks to Angelina Jolie and her mastectomy
Cancelling The Interview
One country attacks another over a stoner comedy. Sounds like a good idea for a film.
Jon Stewart, Sensationalism and the Fairness Doctrine
Jon Stewart tries to follow the Fairness Doctrine as the corporate media continues to favor sensationalism over substance
Best Political Cartoons and Memes of 2013
Quiet Mike likes to end the year with a little tradition. Since we believe you can find a little humor in anything, we are once again presenting a year in review made up of our Best Political Cartoons and Memes of 2013.
Of Catfish and Cyber-Stalkers
Catfish isn't just a silly TV show, it's a real problem and a dangerous one
The NFL Has Fumbled the Ball
I used to enjoy the NFL back in the day. It was the glory days of the league, where institutions and mythologies were established. Now these institutions have become nothing more than a huge stable of cash cows.
Melania Trump Book Suggests She Cashed in on Trump’s infidelity
According to an upcoming book, Melania forced Donald to renegotiate their prenuptial agreement
The Noah Movie is not that Religious
When news broke that director Darren Aronofsky was releasing a film about the re-telling of Noah’s Ark, many had mixed feelings. Atheists and secularists were skeptical of the film while Christians seemed to praise the idea. However, since the films release, the reactions have flipped.
Where are all the Politically Inspired Musicians?
There is nothing I like more than seeing someone speak out against war, injustice and oppression, especially when it's spoken with rhythm. Politically inspired musicians have always inspired me to do what I do, but they're all but gone.
Godzilla: Nature’s Avenger!
Godzilla is an allegory on the blow-back of nature. While the main antagonist monsters are parasite beasts that feed from human generated nuclear energy, Godzilla acts as a “balance.” In short, his awakening was designed to clean up the mess made by humans.
Look Who’s Back – A Warning from History
Netflix's "Look Who's Back" has Hitler come back in the 21st century to thunderous applause
Baseball: Therapy for a Divided Country
America is not as divided as you think it is. You need only go to a ballgame to understand why. Yes, there are some loudmouths and whackos, but those folks are everywhere in life. The ballgame makes you realize just how much of a minority they are.
Don’t Take Kanye West’s Presidential Announcement Seriously
Borrowing from Trump, Kanye West’s presidential announcement is nothing more than self promotion to further enrich himself