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I actually keep a list of topics to blog about, because it’s a lot easier to think of something interesting than it is to painstakingly convert that thought into prose. And I’m lazy. Anyway, about six months ago, I thought … Continue reading →

Wow. I just found out that Aimee Mann provides the female vocals on Rush’s “Time Stand Still”. Given how many times I’ve heard (a) that song and (b) her albums, you’d think I’d have figured it out on my own. … Continue reading →

I’ve been to a lot of weddings in my day — 27 by last count.*  The one we went to last weekend might have had the most unique atmosphere, literally. It was on Hang Glider Site #3 at Mount Tam, … Continue reading →

Casey Affleck has already admitted that his bizarre “documentary” of Joaquin Phoenix I’m Still Here was staged, essentially a self-destructive two-year-long performance piece. What about Catfish? The filmmakers insist that it is. Discerning viewers beg to differ. Is it life imitating … Continue reading →

A few weekends ago my college roommate James came out to visit. We went to Yosemite for four days. It was pretty sweet. Here are some pictures; I picked ones that I liked, so they’re not necessary comprehensive, and some … Continue reading →

I used to use a laptop every day. In my mind, the most important aspects of a laptop are: screen size and resolution; keyboard quality; thickness and weight; and battery life. If you asked someone today to choose a top-of-the-line … Continue reading →

You might have heard whispers about a computer scientist posting a game-changing paper on the internet a few weeks ago. Vinay Deolalikar’s attempt at a P != NP proof might net him a million dollars. More likely, you’ve never heard … Continue reading →

Rick Reilly is one of the most celebrated sportswriters of my lifetime. He’s the guy who writes the back-page column for whatever magazine he works for. He’s been voted National Sportswriter of the Year eleven times. More critical acclaim, from … Continue reading →

Saw Morcheeba last night at the Fillmore on tour in support of their new album. After a seven-year hiatus, Skye is finally back to front the band. My favorite show of theirs was in 2003 — their last tour before … Continue reading →

A year ago this past Sunday, Bekah and I got married. It was awesome. I try not to post personal stuff here, but I will talk about the music, which we had a lot of fun selecting. We played Sigur … Continue reading →