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Introducing the iRoy

January 20th, 2008 by Chris Snethen · No Comments · Sports

NBA coaches around the league have been receiving iPods with Brandon Roy’s picture on them to promote the Blazer guard for the All-Star game in New Orleans.  No doubt they’re pre-loaded with video highlights.  And perhaps a personalized greeting?
Kudos to the Blazer marketing department for coming up with this one.  Roy definitely deserves a spot.  [...]

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It’s a Matter of Time

January 20th, 2008 by Chris Snethen · No Comments · Culture, Entertainment, Local

How did I miss this story?  The Rick Emerson Show has been prepared for months now.  They commissioned the Britney Spears tribute record way back in the late summer.  It’s called “I Hope There’s Vodka in Heaven” and you can hear it here.
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Guys ‘R Size

January 20th, 2008 by Chris Snethen · No Comments · Sports

Congratulations to Jared “J-Load” Lorenzen and the New York Giants on defeating the Green Bay Packers tonight.  I realize he’s the back-up, but still.  That there exists a 6′4″ 285 pound QB is impressive.
Also, did you know this guy is the starting right guard for the Giants?  I did.  I’ll be wearing his jersey at [...]

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There is No Dilemma

January 20th, 2008 by Chris Snethen · No Comments · My American Life, Regional

I suspect this conversation is happening in a lot of places around the area. There’s a lot of poker being played among homeowners looking to sell. Folks are taking their homes off the market rather than selling for less than their home’s perceived value. It’s their right, I suppose. I wonder [...]

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Four More Years!

January 20th, 2008 by Chris Snethen · No Comments · Politics

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