Sunday, October 31, 2010
Ohio McDonald's Gives Voting Advice With Paychecks
A handful of McDonald's employees in northeastern Ohio received handbills in their most recent paychecks suggesting they vote for three Republican candidates.
Video: Dan Patrinellis? Whitewater Kayaking Pin on Icicle Creek
Dan Patrinellis was wearing a helmet camera when he got pinned on a low-water run of Icicle Creek about a week ago.� Here’s his video – it took a while for him to get the throw bag, and he said the hairy moment came when he pulled his spray skirt and the boat went deeper [...]
The GOP Could Use Some Adults
Dana Milbank, Washington PostIn an interview last week with National Journal's Major Garrett, Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell was asked what his priority would be for Republicans after their expected gains in Tuesday's election.The possibilities were many: Balance the budget and pay down the debt? Fight the terrorists and reform entitlements? Support and defend the Constitution?No, McConnell's priorities were elsewhere. "The single most important thing we want to achieve," he said, "is for President Obama to be a one-term president."
Voter Unrest Echoes '94, Poll Shows
Jon Cohen & Dan Balz, Washington PostVoters across the country are deeply unhappy with the performance of the Democratic Congress and as dissatisfied with how Washington works as they were in1994, when Republicans took control of both chambers, according to a new Washington Post-ABC News poll.The sour mood threatens the Democratic congressional majorities in Tuesday's midterm elections as more than seven in 10 voters see the country as off course, fully half of all voters describe the nation's economy as "poor" and many feel out of sync with President Obama when it comes to the proper size of government.
Suspect In Custody As Bomb Investigation Goes On
The investigation into last week's attempted cargo bombing is proceeding Sunday on three continents. Intelligence and law enforcement officials are scrambling in the United States, in Britain and on the Arabian Peninsula to determine who was responsible for the package bombs discovered at an airport in Britain and aboard a plane in Dubai. Host Liane Hansen talks with NPR's Tom Gjelten.
China's stranglehold on rare earth metals 'no threat to US security' (Guardian)
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Video: Rob, Sam and Darren Running the Wall on Tumwater Canyon
Early in July I got some footage of Rob McKibbin, Sam Grafton and Darren Albright running the Wall on Tumwater Canyon at 4900 cfs.� Darren is first, then Sam (notice the feisty hole ride he takes nearly halfway through) and then Rob, of course in his playboat. The funny part about this day is that [...]
Paul Robinson Crushing It In South Africa & Switzerland (video)
Paul Robinson continues on his global bouldering tour, leaving Rocklands, South Africa for the granite blocks of Switzerland. Here is a video he edited together of some burly climbing at both areas, including his ascent of Black Eagle (V14) in … Continue reading →
Saturday, October 30, 2010
Taste Receptors In Lungs May Help Asthmatics
Writing in Nature Medicine, researchers report on discovering bitter taste receptors in human lungs, and that bitter compounds expand airways in asthmatic mice. Stephen Liggett talks about the possibility of treating asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with bitter compounds.
National Review: The President's Puzzling Strategy
Rumors of the issues that the Obama administration will tackle after the election point to three upcoming fights: the Bush tax cuts, the deficit, and immigration. Stephen Spruiell of the National Review argues that these could easily backfire on the Democrats, as the GOP will not shy away from these debates.
In Push To Ban Security Firms, Karzai Eases Deadline
In Afghanistan there have been intense debates between the Karzai government and officials from the U.S. and other nations over the private security companies that help guard development and reconstruction projects. Karzai wants the firms to leave.
Last Chance for Middle Fork Rafting Trip
It’s just about curtains for the Middle Fork of the American river this year.� After this weekend, the powers that be will reduce flows on the Middle Fork so they’re high enough for fish and deer and possums, but way too low for whitewater rafting.� It would be more like “low water walking.” An interesting [...]
Post-Election Bipartisanship? The Outlook Isn't Good
On the campaign trail lately, President Obama has been saying he expects more bipartisanship after this year's election. That has some veteran political observers wondering where that belief comes from. They see compromise as less likely, not more, after Tuesday's vote.
Pan-Am Airline Set To Return To The Air Next Month
The first U.S. international airline returns to the skies in November, when Pan American Airways begins flying out of its Texas hub. But the brand's glamour days are behind it: The new Pan American will start out carrying only cargo, not passengers.
Friday, October 29, 2010
Film Chronicles Artist's Work From Rio Dump
In the documentary Waste Land, director Lucy Walker chronicles the creation of a work of art by Vik Muniz made with objects from a landfill in Rio de Janeiro. The garbage dump receives more tons of trash every day than any other dump in the world. It serves Rio de Janeiro and its closest suburb -- the richest and the poorest trash mixes in the same dump. A Brazilian now based in Brooklyn, Muniz works with some of the 3,000 pickers who make their living scavenging at the dump.
YouTube Co-Founder Hurley Steps Down As CEO
The change in command announced Friday formalizes a transition that has been unfolding over the past two years as YouTube's owner, Internet search leader Google Inc., asserted more control over the website.
Westbeach 2011 Line Preview
Westbeach just publicly announced a preview movie of their 2011 line (which looks awesome). Check out this movie by Vancouver’s Graham Winterbottom and Caleb Beyers. View the movie at www.westbeach.com/2011
Soldiers From The 101st Remember One Of Their Own
Earlier this week, soldiers in Afghanistan held a memorial service for Specialist Gerald Jenkins. The 19-year-old died earlier this month when he stepped on a roadside bomb.
U.S. Senators raise concerns on Canadian oil sands pipeline (Reuters)
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The Great Campaign of 2010
Charles Krauthammer, Washington PostIn a radio interview that aired Monday on Univision, President Obama chided Latinos who "sit out the election instead of saying, 'We're gonna punish our enemies and we're gonna reward our friends who stand with us on issues that are important to us.' " Quite a uniter, urging Hispanics to go to the polls to exact political revenge on their enemies - presumably, for example, the near-60 percent of Americans who support the new Arizona immigration law.This from a president who won't even use "enemies" to describe an Iranian regime that is...
National Review: The President's Puzzling Strategy
Rumors of the issues that the Obama administration will tackle after the election point to three upcoming fights: the Bush tax cuts, the deficit, and immigration. Stephen Spruiell of the National Review argues that these could easily backfire on the Democrats, as the GOP will not shy away from these debates.
Pennsylvania Saturated With Negative Ads
This election season, voters have been inundated with campaign advertisements, much of which have been negative. The Philadelphia media market has been saturated with these television ads. To find out how voters feel about this year's deluge, NPR's Robert Siegel travels to Wayne, Pa., to talk with a group of Democrats and Republicans.
Thursday, October 28, 2010
House Republicans Vow 'No Compromise'
If the GOP soon takes control of the House, they seem in no mood to negotiate. Both House GOP leader REp. John Boehner and Rep. Mike Pence have said they won't compromise on their agenda items, including repealing Obamacare.
World Class Rafting: Futaleufu 2011!
California river rafting may be winding down for the year but we’re just getting started on our winter rafting plans.� And they ain’t too shabby.� Join us for our annual expedition to Patagonia Chile and experience one of the world’s best river trips: the beyond-beautiful Futaleufu River. Class IV and V rapids, massive hydraulics, and [...]
Typing Errur? Your Fingers Know Even When Your Brain Doesn't
The brain has at least two separate systems for detecting errors we make. One involves looking at the result of our actions. The other monitors what we're doing as we do it.
Get off the Computer, get on the Trail
The constant stream of information we get through mobile and hand-held devices is changing the way we think. This�New York Times article explains how the use of digital technology is altering our brains, and how retreating into nature can reverse the effects: http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129384107
Get off the Computer, get on the Trail
The constant stream of information we get through mobile and hand-held devices is changing the way we think. This�New York Times article explains how the use of digital technology is altering our brains, and how retreating into nature can reverse the effects: http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129384107
Video: Dan Patrinellis? Whitewater Kayaking Pin on Icicle Creek
Dan Patrinellis was wearing a helmet camera when he got pinned on a low-water run of Icicle Creek about a week ago.� Here’s his video – it took a while for him to get the throw bag, and he said the hairy moment came when he pulled his spray skirt and the boat went deeper [...]
South-Asian Americans Discover Political Clout
There are a record number of candidates of South Asian descent running for prominent offices across the country. Most notably is Nikki Haley for governor of South Carolina, and six candidates are running for congressional seats. Commentator Sandip Roy looks at the different ways some of these candidates are expressing their ethnicity.
What Happens To The Tea Party After Election Day?
Activists insist the movement will find its stride after the midterms. They plan to put Tea Party-backed members of Congress on notice that they risk losing support if they go against the movement's agenda. And some GOP senators may be in danger in 2012 if they don't embrace the push for smaller government.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
(Another) Last Chance for Middle Fork Rafting
We’re down to our second Middle Fork deadline of the season–first we were told we’d be done on Oct 3rd, then we got a little extension to the 1oth.� As far as we know, this is the real deadline, so this weekend is your last chance for class IV white water rafting in 2010! Bookmark [...]
Torah Bright ? Practising Double Corks before Olympics
Check this movie out on Addicted to Ride – Torah Bright practising her double corks prior to hel Olympic halfpipe runs. It looks like a really nice pipe & it gives an insight into how much she’s worked on her riding. Go right here
And then there was one.
Well, it’s happened.� You’ve seen another California rafting season�wear down to brass tacks.� The Middle Fork has joined its bretheren at the river retirement home and now only the brave South Fork of the American soldiers on. We admit it–there’s nothing like a summer rafting trip with blazing temps and sunburned kids running all over [...]
Dawn is Rising
by Ali McNabb The first light of the rising sun creeps over the Eastern mountain range. A silhouette of a moose swimming across the lake can be seen. The water is so calm that it barely leaves a ripple. A mating pair of Sandhill Cranes flies low on the horizon. Dawn is stirring. The [...]
New Faces, Old Stars On Deck For World Series ?
Wednesday's Game 1 features two teams with little experience in the fall classic. The Texas Rangers are making their debut at baseball's biggest event. The San Francisco Giants haven't won it since 1954, when they were still in New York.
New Zealand To Change Law To Keep 'The Hobbit'
After a union threatened the production of the movies, Warner Bros. threatened to move the film elsewhere. Today New Zealand's PM says they'll change their labor laws to keep the film.
The Root: Opposing The Ban On Menthol Cigarettes
A proposed ban on menthol cigarettes has split the black community. Some argue in favor of banning the tobacco product most preferred by African Americans as a protection, others call it discrimination. Deron Snyder of The Root argues that banning some cigarettes and not others is paternalistic and not effective.
'What Technology Wants' Tracks The Tech Evolution
We know technology is taking over our lives -- but is it taking on a life of its own? In his new book, Kevin Kelly says� technology is an extension of the human body -- not "of our genes, but of our minds."
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Where to summit NOW in Banff National Park: Cirque Peak
You’re a hiker with a little scrambling experience seeking to bag an easy summit in Banff National Park? Point your boots at Helen Lake, then continue on the non-technical ridge route to 2993-m Cirque Peak. Conditions are now perfect. The culminating panorama includes a spectacular view southwest�to Bow Glacier Falls, the lake beneath Bow Glacier, [...]
Papiere, Bitte? (Balloon-juice.com)
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Virginia Text Will Be Revised; Black Confederates, Brown Bear To Be Removed
The Virginia history textbook that sparked outrage by wrongly claiming that thousands of blacks fought on the side of the Confederacy during the Civil War will be amended, its publisher says.
A Look At Democrats' Chances In The Midterms
Last week, All Things Considered spoke with Sen. John Cornyn, the head of the National Republican Senatorial Committee. Today, NPR's Michele Norris talks to Sen. Robert Menendez, chairman of the Democratic Senatorial Committee, about the Democrats' chances in next week's election.
Sharron Angle Evades Media Using Decoy
Sharron Angle exited a Reno campaign event while a decoy distracted the media. She, like fellow Tea Party favorite Joe Miller, has inverted the usual rules of the political challenger to a long-time incumbent which is to get free media.
Funny Whitewater Kayaking Quotes on the River Chica Blog
OK, they’re not really whitewater kayaking quotes, but they should be.� I checked out Ky Delaney’s blog and she has a great article with quotes from 1800′s miners that apply really well to kayaking.� Check out the whole River Chica blog post for 1800′s miner quotes on ‘paddling the gnar’, ‘being a dirtbag’, and ‘on [...]
A Little Something For Your Favorite Werewolf
Not that you were shopping for this, but we've found the perfect gift for a busy, busy werewolf.
Video: Roadside Attraction on Icicle Creek
I could just as easily call this video “Why I love whitewater kayaking” because it’s a perfect example of everything that’s amazing about it – the beautiful surroundings, the thrill of whitewater and the great people you do it with.� This is me, Rob McKibbin, Dave Moroles and Sam Grafton on Roadside Attraction on Icicle [...]
Are You A Constitutional Scholar? Here's A Test
There's been a lot of talk about the Constitution during this election season -- some of it quite high-minded, some of it ill-informed. Try your hand at 5 questions about that will test your knowledge of that historic document.
Monday, October 25, 2010
Where to bike-hike NOW in Kananaskis Country: Piper Pass via Little Elbow
Our tireless, adventurous friend, Ian, recently accompanied us on a 12-hour-marathon, bike-hike trip to Piper Pass via the Little Elbow and West Fork Little Elbow river valleys. Approaching the pass, I asked him, “How many people do you think get here each summer?” He paused, glanced at the feint route underfoot, gazed at the gorgeous [...]
The 'Incumbency Effect' Isn't So Effective This Year
Historically, more than 90 percent of incumbents win re-election in Congressional races. But for many Democrats, especially those who've only been in office for a term or two, being an incumbent isn't shaping up to be an advantage this year.
Russia plans five new international resorts by 2020
Russia is planning to spend $15 billion developing five new ski resorts in the country?s south eastern Caucasus mountain range, which divide Europe from Asia and include the highest peaks on the European continent. The Russian President Dmitry Medvedev announced the new resorts would be built under a public-private partnership. He hopes that building the [...]
How Many Dreams in the Dark: Video from the Road
Chris Brunkhart is now touring with the release of his new book, "How Many Dreams in the Dark?" Watch the video, listen to Matt Donahue channel his inner Leonard Cohen, read our review, and get your own copy.Chris Brunkhart is now touring with the release of his new book, How Many Dreams in the Dark? Watch the video, listen to Matt Donahue channel his inner Leonard Cohen, read our review, and get your own copy before it sells out.
Ignore Pundits Who Say Obama Moved Too Far Left
Paul Krugman, NYTThis is what happens when you need to leap over an economic chasm - but either can't or won't jump far enough, so that you only get part of the way across.If Democrats do as badly as expected in next week’s elections, pundits will rush to interpret the results as a referendum on ideology. President Obama moved too far to the left, most will say, even though his actual program — a health care plan very similar to past Republican proposals, a fiscal stimulus that consisted mainly of tax cuts, help for the unemployed and aid to hard-pressed states — was...
Audience Weighs In On Brett Farve, Black 'Girl Power'
Host Michel Martin and producer Lee Hill, the program's "digital media guy," comb through listener feedback and offer important news updates to recent conversations heard on the program. Listeners react to Martin's commentary on a scandal involving NFL quarterback Brett Favre and respond to a blog post about two videos that are circulating the celebrating young black girls' beauty, individuality and their hair.
Dave?s International Scale of River Difficulty (Funny)
I think this is Copyright 2002 by Dave Petterson of Calgary Paddlers, but it’s on a million websites so I’m posting it here because who are we kidding, it’s funny.� Here goes: “Someone was asking me about my class IV comfort level the other day, and my answer was something like “I’m comfortable that I [...]
A Son Grows Thankful For His Father's Tough Love
Bryan Echols was about to turn 40 -- exactly half his father's age -- when he began thinking about their evolving relationship. From tough love to long conversations in the car, Bryan and his father, Lindberg, recount what changed as each grew older.
Here Today, Juan Tomorrow?
Guest blogger Jimi Izrael responds to fired NPR Analyst Juan Williams' remarks that suggest his ouster had something to do with his race. Izrael says, while he doesn't think skin color is the reason Williams was let go, he doesn't believe it helped.
Sunday, October 24, 2010
Obama Swoops In To Rescue West Coast Incumbents
President Barack Obama wraps up his big West Coast campaign swing today. NPR White House correspondent Ari Shapiro brings us the highlights, including Friday's big rally in Las Vegas for Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid.
The Nation: Letting The Banks Make The Rules
As the nation deals with the fallout from the housing crisis, some of the policies that contributed to its downfall remain in place. Kai Wright of The Nation argues that as long as banks are allowed to write their own rules on forclosure, the same practices that brought down the housing market will continue.
Dawn is Rising
by Ali McNabb The first light of the rising sun creeps over the Eastern mountain range. A silhouette of a moose swimming across the lake can be seen. The water is so calm that it barely leaves a ripple. A mating pair of Sandhill Cranes flies low on the horizon. Dawn is stirring. The [...]
Five Womens 2011 Snowboards you shouldn?t miss
2011 looks like it’s going to be a really great year for womens snowboards. Check out the Ride Promise, pictured above, for starters – these roll out of the stores for �289.95 which is pretty darn good for a board that rides so well. Here’s our Top Five Womens Snowboards for 2011 (in no particular [...]
Colorado's 3rd Is Divided, Much Like The Nation
In a vast district the size of New York State, moderate Democratic Rep. John Salazar faces a stiff challenge from Republican Scott Tipton.
'Cash For Caulkers' Seals Savings For Homeowners
The $6 billion federal program, known officially as Homestar, would put money into the hands of homeowners and contractors who make homes more energy-efficient. That is, if Congress decides to pass it.
BOA Sorts Foreclosures As Investors Threaten
Mediation might not come soon enough for homeowners facing foreclosure on their Bank of America mortgages. The bank halted all foreclosures earlier this month while it sorted out its paperwork problems. This week, the bank said the review is complete and it will resume foreclosures. But there's new pressure now from investors who want to force banks to buy back problem home-loans. Host Scott Simon talks with Joe Nocera, who writes the Talking Business column for The New York Times.
Saturday, October 23, 2010
GOP Victory May Be Defeat For Climate Change Policy
The majority of Republicans running for House and Senate seats this year don't agree that human activity is responsible for global warming. And one outgoing GOP congressman says when he tells his colleagues he believes the science, "People look at you like you've grown an extra head or something."
(Another) Last Chance for Middle Fork Rafting
We’re down to our second Middle Fork deadline of the season–first we were told we’d be done on Oct 3rd, then we got a little extension to the 1oth.� As far as we know, this is the real deadline, so this weekend is your last chance for class IV white water rafting in 2010! Bookmark [...]
Up In Smoke? (Talkingpointsmemo.com)
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Can the U.S. Avoid Europe's Mess?
Jonah Goldberg, New York PostAs of this writing, France is paralyzed. By the time you read this, it might be in flames.In Britain, where politics is more polite but the problems are perhaps just as dire, the government is proposing budget cuts on a scale not seen for nearly a century. Receive news alertsIn Greece, well, the less said about Greece the better.All of these countries - and many more - are going through painful retrenchments because they spent too much money, made too many promises, and expected too little from their citizens. The era of European austerity is upon us, because the Europeans - or at least those...
Subvertizers? Name The New Breed Of Political Group
We've been struggling with what to call the new breed of political group that doesn't have to disclose its funders, so we asked you. You came up with so many great suggestions that we're turning to you again. Vote on the best name.
Cholera Outbreak Closes In On Haiti's Capital
An outbreak of cholera has spread outside a rural valley in central Haiti, intensifying worries the disease could reach squalid tarp camps that house hundreds of thousands of earthquake survivors in the capital.
Apple Pie and Whitewater Rafting??.
………………..the great American combo!� Ok, well maybe not.� But still not a bad idea.� And here in lovely El Dorado County, we can offer you award-winning versions of both! In the the same weekend, no less, how ya doin. The South Fork of the American continues to flow past the turning fall colors, and lucky [...]
In Florida, Senate Seat Looks Like Rubio's, But Governor Race Is Dead Even
The campaign to watch in Florida has shifted from the Senate race, which Republican Marco Rubio seems likely to win, to the gubernatorial contest, which is a dead heat between Rick Scott (R) and Alex Sink (D).
Friday, October 22, 2010
Enzo Oddo & L?equipe At Smith Rock (video)
Beaver and Arnould took the opportunity to meet up with Enzo and the French climbing crew at Smith Rock in Oregon last week. Just one week earlier and after only 2 days of trying, Enzo sent ?Just do it?, the … Continue reading →
The New Republic: Democrats Twisting In The Wind
While Republicans stick to message, Democrats are trying to defend their positions of the last two years, and many are not convincing voters. E.J. Dionne of The New Republic argues that this is due in part to a lack of organization on the Democratic side. It is time for Democrats to nationalize the issues of this election, and to stay on a clear and coherent message.
Business Or Labor: Who Spends More?
In today's papers, the New York Times and Wall Street Journal give different answers.
Westbeach 2011 Line Preview
Westbeach just publicly announced a preview movie of their 2011 line (which looks awesome). Check out this movie by Vancouver’s Graham Winterbottom and Caleb Beyers. View the movie at www.westbeach.com/2011
Are Tech & Intel Turning the Tide in Afghanistan?
Fred Kaplan, SlateTroops in AfghanistanU.S. and Afghan forces are "routing the Taliban in much of Kandahar Province," according to a front-page story by Carlotta Gall in today's New York Times"”in large part the result, Gall reports, of "a new mobile rocket that has pinpoint accuracy."The rocket has destroyed insurgents' hideouts, killed their commanders, and driven many survivors to throw down their arms, abandon their positions, or in some cases retreat to Pakistan.But the accurate rockets are only a part of the story. More important are the huge advances in...
World Class Rafting: Futaleufu 2011!
California river rafting may be winding down for the year but we’re just getting started on our winter rafting plans.� And they ain’t too shabby.� Join us for our annual expedition to Patagonia Chile and experience one of the world’s best river trips: the beyond-beautiful Futaleufu River. Class IV and V rapids, massive hydraulics, and [...]
Juan Williams: NPR Went After Me Because 'I Appear On Fox'
The news analyst's contract with the network was terminated after he made comments about Muslims that news executives felt didn't live up to the network's standards. He says he was fired for telling the truth.
Coming Face To Face With The President
The White House says the president enjoys backyard sessions because they give him a chance to talk directly with people. Three men who have met the president at such events -- a Catholic priest, a veteran's son and a small-business owner -- share their experience.
Crypt Lake, Waterton Lakes National Park
You’ll find Crypt Lake on page 113 of Don’t Waste Your Time in the Canadian Rockies, the Opinionated Hiking Guide. It’s Trip 22. You’ll also find it on the agenda of every visitor to Waterton Lakes National Park who has any interest in hiking. It’s by far the most popular trip in the park, and [...]
How To Win Doctors And Influence Prescriptions
NPR NEWS INVESTIGATION: Drugmakers systematically select physicians to speak on behalf of their products. The doctors believe they are being recruited to persuade other doctors to use a drug, but the primary target of the speaking is the doctor himself. And the resulting sales can be huge.
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Longtime Michigan Rep. Dingell Faces Fight
In this year's midterm election, some Democrats who've always coasted to re-election are suddenly facing new, fresh competition. One of these is the longtime Michigan congressman John Dingell of Michigan.
Crypt Lake, Waterton Lakes National Park
You’ll find Crypt Lake on page 113 of Don’t Waste Your Time in the Canadian Rockies, the Opinionated Hiking Guide. It’s Trip 22. You’ll also find it on the agenda of every visitor to Waterton Lakes National Park who has any interest in hiking. It’s by far the most popular trip in the park, and [...]
The Best Week Ever For Black Girls
NPR producer Veronica Miller says it's been a great week for girls of color. Two videos -- one with a muppet, the other by a budding child star -- are circulating the web and helping young girls celebrate their beauty and individuality.
Where to summit NOW in Banff National Park: Cirque Peak
You’re a hiker with a little scrambling experience seeking to bag an easy summit in Banff National Park? Point your boots at Helen Lake, then continue on the non-technical ridge route to 2993-m Cirque Peak. Conditions are now perfect. The culminating panorama includes a spectacular view southwest�to Bow Glacier Falls, the lake beneath Bow Glacier, [...]
Footloosin': A Strapless Short Film
From Nikolai Samson and Almond Mfg, Footloosin' is a short film of bindingless soul shredding and pillow popping out of Revelstoke, BC. Hit play for 9 minutes of Friday powder stoke.
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Obama Tries to Shore Up the Party Base
Helene Cooper, New York TimesPORTLAND, Ore. — President Obama began his four-day campaign swing on Wednesday to fortify a Democratic firewall on the West Coast, telling a crowded rally here to “defy the conventional wisdom just like you did in 2008,” when Oregon overwhelmingly backed him for president. The latest on President Obama, his administration and other news from Washington and around the nation. Join the discussion.
With two weeks to go until the midterm elections, Mr. Obama is trying desperately to shore up the Democratic base, appealing to voters in Oregon, Washington and...
With two weeks to go until the midterm elections, Mr. Obama is trying desperately to shore up the Democratic base, appealing to voters in Oregon, Washington and...
NPR Fires Juan Williams For Anti-Muslim Comments (Oliverwillis.com)
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Obama Has Soft Pedaled Achievements
Clarence Page, Chicago TribuneNever waste time playing the woulda-shoulda-coulda game, a wise man once told me. But I can't help but add my two cents to what everyone says President Barack Obama shoulda done during his first two years in office.In a remarkably candid Oct. 17 New York Times Magazine interview, Obama concedes that he let himself look too much like "the same old tax-and-spend liberal Democrat.""Given how much stuff was coming at us, we probably spent much more time trying to get the policy right than trying to get the politics right," he said. "There is probably a perverse...
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Confessions Of A Mom (And Former Teen Pot Head)
A recent government survey suggests marijuana use is on the rise among teens. Guest blogger and mom Leslie Morgan Steiner experimented with the drug as a youngster and wonders if her kids will do the same.
Foreign Policy: Why Canada Is At Odds With The UN
For years Canada has been at the heart of the U.N., participating in peacekeeping missions, and donating aid money to countries in need. But Colum Lynch of Foreign Policy argues that this is changing. The country did not even win a seat on the U.N. security council this year.
And then there was one.
Well, it’s happened.� You’ve seen another California rafting season�wear down to brass tacks.� The Middle Fork has joined its bretheren at the river retirement home and now only the brave South Fork of the American soldiers on. We admit it–there’s nothing like a summer rafting trip with blazing temps and sunburned kids running all over [...]
Linnaeus, Shlinnaeus!
Swedish scholar Carolus Linnaeus devised the naming system for all living things. Little did he know that his naming convention would one day lead to critters classified as Johnny rotteni and Khruschevia ridicula.
Video: Dan Patrinellis? Whitewater Kayaking Pin on Icicle Creek
Dan Patrinellis was wearing a helmet camera when he got pinned on a low-water run of Icicle Creek about a week ago.� Here’s his video – it took a while for him to get the throw bag, and he said the hairy moment came when he pulled his spray skirt and the boat went deeper [...]
Judicial Q&A: Michael Gomez (Offthekuff.com)
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Experimental Therapy For Sore Heels Has Skeptics
Shock-wave therapy for plantar fasciitis is beginning to catch on around the U.S., partly since this stubborn type of foot pain is so common -- and so difficult to treat. But studies show conflicting results, partly because there's no standardized method.
Pilots' Licenses Lack Security Measures, Mica Says
In 2004, Congress told the Federal Aviation Administration to create a pilot's license that included a photo and the ability to store biometric information to help confirm the pilot's identity.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Southeast Turkey A Temporary, Difficult Refuge
The area is a main crossing point for people fleeing Iraq, Iran and Afghanistan. But refugees can wait years for resettlement elsewhere and can fall prey to swindlers who promise help.
Dems' Dubious Alliance with Public Unions
Charles Lane, Washington PostIf present trends continue, Democrats are headed for a big defeat in November, though the precise size of the landslide remains to be determined. And as bad as losing could be for them, Democrats could find that it is only the beginning of their troubles. The reason: the Democratic Party's increasingly dependent relationship with increasingly unpopular public sector unions.Public sector unions are not just the base of the party -- they're the base of the base. As the 2010 campaign has ground on, other supporters and donors, notably Wall Street, have abandoned Democratic candidates....
Military recruiters told: Accept openly gay (CNN)
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UK rapper MIA wears a burqa on the red carpet (Pickled Politics)
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Op-Ed: 15 Bleak Years Since The Million Man March
On Oct. 16, 1995, hundreds of thousands of African-American men converged on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., and pledged to work to change the image of black men in America. Jon Jeter says things have only gotten worse.
Gunmen Storm Chechen Government Buildings
Insurgents stormed the parliament complex in the volatile Russian region, killing at least 2 police officers and a parliamentary official and injuring 17 others, authorities said. At least three insurgents also were killed.
Bronx Gang Attack Rattles Blogosphere
Tell Me More host Michel Martin and producer Lee Hill, the program's "digital media guy," comb through listener feedback and offer important news updates to recent conversations heard on the program. Hear listener reaction to recent news of anti-gay hate crimes in New York City, and updates on how one former Tell Me More guest is responding to the Obama administration's response to a California judge's order that would allow gays to serve openly in the military.
Monday, October 18, 2010
Electric Vehicle Companies Tap Silicon Valley Cash
As hard times have fallen on America's Rust Belt, a new region is hoping to give Detroit a run for its money. Clean-tech entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley are investing in the emerging electric car industry. And Google is among the investors.
Is Dennis Kucinich in Trouble? (TIME)
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National Review: The Not-So-Great Recession
Although the recession has been declared over, the Obama administration still advocates government spending as a way to boost the economy, invoking the memory of the Great Depression. Samuel R. Staley of the National Reviewsays the administration is missing the nuances of many smaller recessions that the U.S. has survived -- recessions that bear more similarity to the current crisis than the Great Depression does.
'What Technology Wants' Tracks The Tech Evolution
We know technology is taking over our lives -- but is it taking on a life of its own? In his new book, Kevin Kelly says� technology is an extension of the human body -- not "of our genes, but of our minds."
Obama Rallies His Base To Back Midterm Candidates
President Obama spent the weekend on the campaign trail -- including a rally on the Ohio State University campus -- in hopes of boosting Democrats' chances in this year's elections. He's appealing to those who voted for him in '08 -- especially young people.
Obama to appear on episode of 'Mythbusters' (The Arizona Republic)
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Diaries Down Under Episode 5: Fox Glacier and Pioneer Hut
As the southern hemi season winds down, the crew makes it out to Fox Glacier and heli drops into Pioneer Hut on the west coast of New Zealand.
Celebrating The MIT Media Lab's 25th Birthday
In 1985, when high-tech computing meant a Commodore 128, Jerome Wiesner and Nicholas Negroponte formed the MIT Media Lab, the birthplace of innovations such as e-ink for digital readers and the technology behind the game Guitar Hero. Negroponte talks about the lab's past, present and future.
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Video: Roadside Attraction on Icicle Creek
I could just as easily call this video “Why I love whitewater kayaking” because it’s a perfect example of everything that’s amazing about it – the beautiful surroundings, the thrill of whitewater and the great people you do it with.� This is me, Rob McKibbin, Dave Moroles and Sam Grafton on Roadside Attraction on Icicle [...]
Suspected Political Violence Kills 25 In Pakistan
Gunmen have killed at least 25 people in Karachi in the past 24 hours, raising tensions in Pakistan's largest city as voters cast ballots Sunday to replace a provincial lawmaker murdered in August.
How Spike Lee?s ?Bus? Trumped The Million Man March
Guest blogger Jimi Izrael reflects on the 15th anniversary of the Million Man March, which happened on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. He compares to the Spike Lee film Get On The Bus, an adaption from the march.
Recalling the Grand Canyon
Grand Junction CO, Colorado, On the bucket list of life’s goals, a river trip in a wooden boat through the Grand Canyon has to be a must. BIG waves, small boats. Dories are the smallest, most difficult and most fragile boats running the Canyon today. It is as close as you can get to Major [...]
Video: Todd and Brendan Wells Kayaking the White Salmon
Dan Patrinellis posted this video on Professor Paddle today�taken by Todd and Brendan Wells when they were�kayaking�the Green Truss section of the White Salmon recently.� I don’t know those guys, but Dan says in the post that the guy in the blue Agent is only 17, pretty�impressive! They both also have whitewater blogs with some [...]
From The Field: Three Tea Party Candidates And How They're Faring
The conservative movement looks to have enough clout and momentum to be a factor in Congress after Election Day. But not all of its candidates are doing equally well. An up-close look at three races.
Saturday, October 16, 2010
YKWII's "Share the Wealth": A Full Length Film from the PNW
The second release from the crew at YKWII called Share the Wealth is live in the interweb. Hit play and check 20 minutes of goodness from the Pacific Northwest. The official word:
"YKWII MEDIA Presents "Share The Wealth" an HD Film supported By- Stevens Pass, Uni Threads and Snowboard Connection.
Riders-( In order of appearanc) Seth Kitzke, Yudo Kurita, John Shaw, Anders Berling,Bryan Fox, Corey Schneider, Chase Cleveland, Bart Patitiuchi, Gared Schneider, Casey Desmond,Sean Mckilop,Joe Bosler,Patrick McCarthy,Austin Hironaka,Austen Sweetin
Director- Tommy Little
Edit- Tommy Little
Motion Graphics- Dan Strylund
Head Cinematographers- Tommy Little & Chris Grundberg."
"YKWII MEDIA Presents "Share The Wealth" an HD Film supported By- Stevens Pass, Uni Threads and Snowboard Connection.
Riders-( In order of appearanc) Seth Kitzke, Yudo Kurita, John Shaw, Anders Berling,Bryan Fox, Corey Schneider, Chase Cleveland, Bart Patitiuchi, Gared Schneider, Casey Desmond,Sean Mckilop,Joe Bosler,Patrick McCarthy,Austin Hironaka,Austen Sweetin
Director- Tommy Little
Edit- Tommy Little
Motion Graphics- Dan Strylund
Head Cinematographers- Tommy Little & Chris Grundberg."
Video: Rob, Sam and Darren Running the Wall on Tumwater Canyon
Early in July I got some footage of Rob McKibbin, Sam Grafton and Darren Albright running the Wall on Tumwater Canyon at 4900 cfs.� Darren is first, then Sam (notice the feisty hole ride he takes nearly halfway through) and then Rob, of course in his playboat. The funny part about this day is that [...]
Gay Troops Sit Tight While Courts Debate 'Don't Ask'
After a week of legal maneuvers, it's not entirely clear whether the Pentagon's "don't ask, don't tell" policy is dead or alive. The law bars openly gay people from serving in the military. A federal judge this week issued an injunction barring the Pentagon from enforcing the law; the Justice Department has asked another court to reverse the injunction. Where does that leave things?
New Analog Hi Res shorts
Analog Hi Res Board Shorts A new design for the 2010 Hi-Res boardshort, the Anahulu Bridge (Rainbow Bridge) is symbolic in Haleiwa and one of the most famous sites on the North Shore of Oahu (other than the waves of course). The Hi Res Boardshorts feature Analog’s typical close attention to detail and flair for [...]
Obama Aims To Rally Base For Mass. Governor
President Barack Obama has a warning for Democrats: Even in the most reliably liberal states, no candidate is guaranteed a victory in this volatile election season.
Fed Wants to Hoodwink Public
Caroline Baum, BloombergCaroline Baum Oct. 14 (Bloomberg) -- Economist Edward Yardeni, president of Yardeni Research, talks about the outlook for the U.S. economy, bond market and Federal Reserve policy.
Yardeni speaks with Matt Miller and Carol Massar on Bloomberg Television's "Street Smart." (Source: Bloomberg) If I were a central banker, I would
be afraid. If I were a central banker getting ready to embark on
another round of quantitative easing, I would be very afraid. Here's why. Central bankers in the U.S. are being bombarded
with market-based signals suggesting their fears of...
Yardeni speaks with Matt Miller and Carol Massar on Bloomberg Television's "Street Smart." (Source: Bloomberg) If I were a central banker, I would
be afraid. If I were a central banker getting ready to embark on
another round of quantitative easing, I would be very afraid. Here's why. Central bankers in the U.S. are being bombarded
with market-based signals suggesting their fears of...
Footloosin': A Strapless Short Film
From Nikolai Samson and Almond Mfg, Footloosin' is a short film of bindingless soul shredding and pillow popping out of Revelstoke, BC. Hit play for 9 minutes of Friday powder stoke.
The Nation: Sarah Palin's California Problem
Sarah Palin will speak in California this weekend, but neither of the female republicans running for office in that state want to be seen with her. Jon Weiner of The Nation argues that any campaigning Palin does in California is for her own chances in 2012, and not for the benefit of other Republican women.
Study: Black Vote Crucial For Dems In Mid-Term Elections
On the eve of midterm elections, reports show that the African-American vote is pivotal to the outcome for Democrats. President Obama has been reaching out this group of voters who often feel neglected. Host Michel Martin speaks with David Bositis, senior political analyst at the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies, and Joel Dreyfuss, managing editor of The Root.com.
Friday, October 15, 2010
Countrywide CEO To Pay $67.5M In SEC Settlement
Angelo Mozilo, the former CEO of Countrywide Financial, will pay $67.5 million in penalties to settle a civil fraud suit filed by the Securities and Exchange Commission. Mozilo built Countrywide into the nation's largest mortgage lender, but it was sold to Bank of America after it ran into trouble in the subprime lending debacle. The settlement bars Mozilo from serving as an officer or director of a public company.
Paul Robinson Completes ?Ill Trill? (8C/V15)
Cross Posted from 27Crags A few weeks ago a strong climber and friend, Mickey, from the UK showed Paul Robinson a hard project in Magic Wood, CH. At the time Paul had just finished Neverending Story and was looking for … Continue reading →
How Spike Lee?s ?Bus? Trumped The Million Man March
Guest blogger Jimi Izrael reflects on the 15th anniversary of the Million Man March, which happened on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. He compares to the Spike Lee film Get On The Bus, an adaption from the march.
Obama Could Benefit From Divided Gov't: Reagan-Bush Official
GOP control of the House would tame the excesses of Obama's party and give the president a real foil as he runs for re-election in 2012. That last would be especially true if Republicans overplayed their hand.
Foreign Policy: The Parisian Trend We Should Adopt
Recent strikes in Paris are part of a movement against the European austerity measures, but David Rothkopf of Foreign Policy says the Europeans have the right idea. Cuts to benefits are a national burden, and subject to national debate. When that type of debate appears in this country it will be a sign that our leaders are doing something right.
Rescue Of 33 Trapped Miners Transforms Chile
Rescue operations at the San Jose Mine in northern Chile were a success. The 33 men stuck half a mile underground for more than two months were all brought to the earth's surface in apparently good health. The world watched as the nation celebrated.
Electric Vehicle Companies Tap Silicon Valley Cash
As hard times have fallen on America's Rust Belt, a new region is hoping to give Detroit a run for its money. Clean-tech entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley are investing in the emerging electric car industry. And Google is among the investors.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Reid, Angle Trade Barbs In Nevada Senate Debate
There was little or nothing the two agreed on -- not taxes, not health care, immigration, energy policy or federal spending. Tea Party-backed Sharron Angle attacked Democratic Sen. Harry Reid as a career politician; he called her positions extreme.
Russia plans five new international resorts by 2020
Russia is planning to spend $15 billion developing five new ski resorts in the country?s south eastern Caucasus mountain range, which divide Europe from Asia and include the highest peaks on the European continent. The Russian President Dmitry Medvedev announced the new resorts would be built under a public-private partnership. He hopes that building the [...]
Recalling the Grand Canyon
Grand Junction CO, Colorado, On the bucket list of life’s goals, a river trip in a wooden boat through the Grand Canyon has to be a must. BIG waves, small boats. Dories are the smallest, most difficult and most fragile boats running the Canyon today. It is as close as you can get to Major [...]
Education of a President
Peter Baker, New York Times MagazineOn a busy afternoon in the West Wing late last month, President Barack Obama seemed relaxed and unhurried as he sat down in a newly reupholstered brown leather chair in the Oval Office. He had just returned from the East Room, where he signed the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010 ­— using eight pens so he could give away as many as possible. The act will be his administration’s last piece of significant economic legislation before voters deliver their verdict on his first two years in office. For all intents and purposes, the first chapter of Obama’s...
Foreign Policy: How We Help Taiwan, And Ourselves
Washington's policy toward Taiwan has created an un-winnable situation for the island's leaders who must please the U.S. but must also not anger China. Daniel Blumenthal of Foreign Policy argues that the U.S. should start investing in Taiwan, and make it clear that it's support is military as well as economic.
Sit There And Take It, Round 2 (Balloon-juice.com)
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Clinton Urges Dialogue Between Kosovo, Serbia
On Wednesday, the secretary of state visited Kosovo, where her husband is considered a hero for stopping an ethnic cleansing campaign in the 1990s. Kosovo's secession from Serbia was ruled legal by the International Court of Justice in July, but Serbian President Boris Tadic has made it clear that the country will not recognize the new nation.
prAna at Santa Barbara Outfitters Opens Today!
With prAna gear already available in 42 countries around the world, we are happy to focus on the home�front. In a unique collaboration, prAna and Santa Barbara Outfitters have teamed up to offer visitors the most complete offering of the … Continue reading →
The Cheney You Don't Know
Matt Latimer, The Daily BeastThe tony suburb of McLean, Virginia long has been a haven for prosperous politicians, the kind of place where Newt Gingrich sometimes has lunch or the late Senator Robert Byrd could be seen walking his shih tzu. Within the town's borders is the spacious home of former Senator Fred Thompson, the Versailles-like palace of Republican lobbyist Ed Rogers, and the comfortable domicile of Colin and Alma Powell. McLean may be most famous as the site of Hickory Hill, the legendary residence of Bobby Kennedy, which in the 1960's served as a sort of ground zero for the family's...
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
O'Donnell, Coons stage feisty debate (CNN)
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Crypt Lake, Waterton Lakes National Park
You’ll find Crypt Lake on page 113 of Don’t Waste Your Time in the Canadian Rockies, the Opinionated Hiking Guide. It’s Trip 22. You’ll also find it on the agenda of every visitor to Waterton Lakes National Park who has any interest in hiking. It’s by far the most popular trip in the park, and [...]
The New Republic: So Much For The Drilling Ban
The ban on deep-water drilling has been lifted, but Caitlin Dickson of The New Republic argues that it is too soon to tell whether the risks have really been reduced. What is clear is that there was political pressure to lift the ban as soon as possible.
Tea Party America Thinks Small
Thomas Friedman, New York TimesKishore Mahbubani, the dean of the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy at the National University of Singapore, is over for tea and I am telling him about what I consider to be the most exciting, moon-shot-quality, high-aspiration initiative proposed by President Obama that no one has heard of. It's a plan to set up eight innovation hubs to solve the eight biggest energy problems in the world. But I explain that the program has not been fully funded yet because Congress, concerned about every dime we spend these days, is reluctant to appropriate the full $25 million for each center, let...
The Magical Lily Pad Pond
We rose about a half hour before first light. As we put on our warm layers and lifejackets, the first light creeps over the hills. We push off one by one in our blue kayaks, there are only three of us on this excursion to the lily pad pond. We paddle across the calm bay [...]
The New Republic: So Much For The Drilling Ban
The ban on deep-water drilling has been lifted, but Caitlin Dickson of The New Republic argues that it is too soon to tell whether the risks have really been reduced. What is clear is that there was political pressure to lift the ban as soon as possible.
Think Thank vs 'The Weas': A Packed House for Premier Night in Seattle
Seattle, WA (September 20, 2010) – Rainy Seattle nights at the King Cat Theater can only mean one thing: it’s premier season. And Friday nights festivities at the feline film venue brought us a double dip of pre-season stoke: Think Thank’s “Right Brain Left Brain”, and the world premier of Airblaster’s “Respect Your Elders”.
The over-21 crowd was well-represented in the back bar, despite the draw of Screeching Weasel’s first appearance in ten years at the nearby Showbox—industry types from Krush Kulesza to the Seattle K2 contingency, Corey Koniniec, the one and only Gary Milton, Mike Yoshida, Blue, Maxx V.M., Ryan Davis, Liam Gallagher, and a slew of other “pushing 30” heads were on the scene.
Up front, a near sold-out crowd waited patiently for autographs from the riders and collected fresh posters from Spacecraft and other perks from the event sponsors that bring the stoke to all generations. Then it was time for the films: Respect Your Elders was high on my list of movies to see this winter, and it’s loose, down-home vibe was a bona-fide crowd pleaser, as Aaron Robinson, Ben Lynch and others traded lines with Travis Parker, Josh Dirksen and the Cummins brothers from Bend to Baker and north to Alaska. It was a treat to see Temple Cummins on film, introducing A-Rob to his favorite lines, and Travis Parker’s return to the silver screen—something a little different for the old guys and youngsters alike.
Then Right Brain Left Brain rolled for the packed house. I had the good fortune of taking the film in during the summer, so I won’t get too deep into the details here, but suffice to say that Jason Robinson is a well-rounded snowboarder, Jess Kimura is definitely one to look for in the next year or two, Blair Habenicht made time to film for three movies and rode some of the more creative and flowing lines in the flick with a healthy bit of trickery, and the diversity of riding styles and creativity of Scott Stevens, Hironaka, Burtner, Edgers and beyond kept it fresh through the full double feature. Afterwards, it was time to head back into the wet feet streets of a Seattle fall evening, stoked by the fires of another season knocking on our door.
Thanks to the Burtners, Snowboy Productions, and everyone else who made it happen on Friday night. See you soon in the mountains.
The over-21 crowd was well-represented in the back bar, despite the draw of Screeching Weasel’s first appearance in ten years at the nearby Showbox—industry types from Krush Kulesza to the Seattle K2 contingency, Corey Koniniec, the one and only Gary Milton, Mike Yoshida, Blue, Maxx V.M., Ryan Davis, Liam Gallagher, and a slew of other “pushing 30” heads were on the scene.
Up front, a near sold-out crowd waited patiently for autographs from the riders and collected fresh posters from Spacecraft and other perks from the event sponsors that bring the stoke to all generations. Then it was time for the films: Respect Your Elders was high on my list of movies to see this winter, and it’s loose, down-home vibe was a bona-fide crowd pleaser, as Aaron Robinson, Ben Lynch and others traded lines with Travis Parker, Josh Dirksen and the Cummins brothers from Bend to Baker and north to Alaska. It was a treat to see Temple Cummins on film, introducing A-Rob to his favorite lines, and Travis Parker’s return to the silver screen—something a little different for the old guys and youngsters alike.
Then Right Brain Left Brain rolled for the packed house. I had the good fortune of taking the film in during the summer, so I won’t get too deep into the details here, but suffice to say that Jason Robinson is a well-rounded snowboarder, Jess Kimura is definitely one to look for in the next year or two, Blair Habenicht made time to film for three movies and rode some of the more creative and flowing lines in the flick with a healthy bit of trickery, and the diversity of riding styles and creativity of Scott Stevens, Hironaka, Burtner, Edgers and beyond kept it fresh through the full double feature. Afterwards, it was time to head back into the wet feet streets of a Seattle fall evening, stoked by the fires of another season knocking on our door.
Thanks to the Burtners, Snowboy Productions, and everyone else who made it happen on Friday night. See you soon in the mountains.
Delaware Senate candidates prepare for TV debate (AP) (Yahoo!)
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California River Awards 2010
It’s that time of year when the luminaries of the California Rafting and watershed scene gather for an evening of celebration, hob-nobbing, and fund-raising–yep, get your engines started for the star-studded Friends of the River California River Awards! This year the awards will be held Friday October 8th at the Presidio Officer’s Club in San [...]
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Obama Biz Chamber-Foreign Money Charge Questioned
President Obama has shown no evidence the Chamber of Commerce is using foreign money to pay for anti-Democratic ads, which would be a violation of federal campaign laws.
Krystal Ball, Nazi Re-enactor Photos Are Cautionary Tales
Two House candidates try to explain embarrassing photos, one of a Democrat in a sexy outfit performing a simulated sex act on her ex-husband. Another shows a Republican dressed like a member of a Nazi SS soldier. It will be a hard sell.
Whitewater Kayaking Boof Instruction Videos
Shane Benedict from Whitewater Instruction has some nice whitewater kayaking how-to videos on Vimeo, here are two that I found on boofing. This one talks about boofing in general: Here’s one that talks about how to boof into an eddy: There’s more on their Vimeo page, here’s a link to all of the Whitewater Instruction [...]
First lady begins campaigning Wed to help Dems (The Arizona Republic)
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Climate Denialism Conquers the Right
Bill McKibben, New RepublicOne interesting fact heading into the mid-term elections: Almost none of the GOP Senate candidates seem to believe in the idea that humans are heating the planet. A few hedge their bets"”John McCain says he's no longer sure if global warming is "man-made or natural." (In 2004, he told me: "The race is on. Are we going to have significant climate change and all its consequences, or are we going to try to do something early on?") Most are more plainspoken. Marco Rubio,  for instance, attacks his opponent Charlie Crist as...
Lincoln May Seek Compromise on Bush Tax Cuts (TIME)
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Think Thank vs 'The Weas': A Packed House for Premier Night in Seattle
Seattle, WA (September 20, 2010) – Rainy Seattle nights at the King Cat Theater can only mean one thing: it’s premier season. And Friday nights festivities at the feline film venue brought us a double dip of pre-season stoke: Think Thank’s “Right Brain Left Brain”, and the world premier of Airblaster’s “Respect Your Elders”.
The over-21 crowd was well-represented in the back bar, despite the draw of Screeching Weasel’s first appearance in ten years at the nearby Showbox—industry types from Krush Kulesza to the Seattle K2 contingency, Corey Koniniec, the one and only Gary Milton, Mike Yoshida, Blue, Maxx V.M., Ryan Davis, Liam Gallagher, and a slew of other “pushing 30” heads were on the scene.
Up front, a near sold-out crowd waited patiently for autographs from the riders and collected fresh posters from Spacecraft and other perks from the event sponsors that bring the stoke to all generations. Then it was time for the films: Respect Your Elders was high on my list of movies to see this winter, and it’s loose, down-home vibe was a bona-fide crowd pleaser, as Aaron Robinson, Ben Lynch and others traded lines with Travis Parker, Josh Dirksen and the Cummins brothers from Bend to Baker and north to Alaska. It was a treat to see Temple Cummins on film, introducing A-Rob to his favorite lines, and Travis Parker’s return to the silver screen—something a little different for the old guys and youngsters alike.
Then Right Brain Left Brain rolled for the packed house. I had the good fortune of taking the film in during the summer, so I won’t get too deep into the details here, but suffice to say that Jason Robinson is a well-rounded snowboarder, Jess Kimura is definitely one to look for in the next year or two, Blair Habenicht made time to film for three movies and rode some of the more creative and flowing lines in the flick with a healthy bit of trickery, and the diversity of riding styles and creativity of Scott Stevens, Hironaka, Burtner, Edgers and beyond kept it fresh through the full double feature. Afterwards, it was time to head back into the wet feet streets of a Seattle fall evening, stoked by the fires of another season knocking on our door.
Thanks to the Burtners, Snowboy Productions, and everyone else who made it happen on Friday night. See you soon in the mountains.
The over-21 crowd was well-represented in the back bar, despite the draw of Screeching Weasel’s first appearance in ten years at the nearby Showbox—industry types from Krush Kulesza to the Seattle K2 contingency, Corey Koniniec, the one and only Gary Milton, Mike Yoshida, Blue, Maxx V.M., Ryan Davis, Liam Gallagher, and a slew of other “pushing 30” heads were on the scene.
Up front, a near sold-out crowd waited patiently for autographs from the riders and collected fresh posters from Spacecraft and other perks from the event sponsors that bring the stoke to all generations. Then it was time for the films: Respect Your Elders was high on my list of movies to see this winter, and it’s loose, down-home vibe was a bona-fide crowd pleaser, as Aaron Robinson, Ben Lynch and others traded lines with Travis Parker, Josh Dirksen and the Cummins brothers from Bend to Baker and north to Alaska. It was a treat to see Temple Cummins on film, introducing A-Rob to his favorite lines, and Travis Parker’s return to the silver screen—something a little different for the old guys and youngsters alike.
Then Right Brain Left Brain rolled for the packed house. I had the good fortune of taking the film in during the summer, so I won’t get too deep into the details here, but suffice to say that Jason Robinson is a well-rounded snowboarder, Jess Kimura is definitely one to look for in the next year or two, Blair Habenicht made time to film for three movies and rode some of the more creative and flowing lines in the flick with a healthy bit of trickery, and the diversity of riding styles and creativity of Scott Stevens, Hironaka, Burtner, Edgers and beyond kept it fresh through the full double feature. Afterwards, it was time to head back into the wet feet streets of a Seattle fall evening, stoked by the fires of another season knocking on our door.
Thanks to the Burtners, Snowboy Productions, and everyone else who made it happen on Friday night. See you soon in the mountains.
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