Daily Archives: August 7, 2004

The verdict is in

Whatever else one may think of the Houston: It’s Worth It! marketing scheme (and as noted, I rather like it), if Rick “Hostshot” Casey and Kevin Whited both think it’s a good idea, it must be doing something right. Now … Continue reading Continue reading

Posted in Elsewhere in Houston | 3 Comments

Help! My TiVo thinks I’m a Tarantino fan!

Yesterday, my TiVo recorded Pulp Fiction. I just noticed that it’s now recording Jackie Brown. I have no idea what’s brought on this sudden Tarantino fetish. Our subscriptions right now are for The 4400, The Prisoner, and The Amazing Race. … Continue reading Continue reading

Posted in TV and movies | 5 Comments

Isn’t that what the civil courts are for?

Ginger emailed me about this TechCentral Station column in which author Gil Weinrich laments using criminal justice remedies for white-collar crimes. Andrew Fastow is expected to serve a 10-year sentence, and Enron CEO Kenneth Lay could face as much as … Continue reading Continue reading

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Herbert and Blakeslee

Atrios links to a Bob Herbert column and notes that he doesn’t link to Herbert often enough. Despite my odd reticence to draw attention to his work, Herbert should be in line for every humanitarian award there is for his … Continue reading Continue reading

Posted in Crime and Punishment | 2 Comments

Starbock update

The makers or Starbock Beer will keep on pouring for the time being, at least until they take their copyright battle to court next year. Pete has the scoop. Continue reading

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