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• Elysium (2013)

  

  Neill Blomkamp’s (District 9) second feature-length film delves into a futuristic society where there are two classes of humans. Read more

  Posted on 10 August 2013 CURRENT, DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Could Economy Handle a $15 Minimum Wage?

  

  Raises are justified, but too much could hurt economy Read more

  Posted on 09 August 2013 CURRENT, DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Jimmy Kimmel Mocks the Bachelorette

  

  This week I am sharing three segments from last night’s episode of “Jimmy Kimmel Live” for my “viral video of the week.” While normally I only post one video,... Read more

  Posted on 07 August 2013 HUMOR, VIRAL

• Illinois Lawmakers Care…about Their Paychecks of Course

  

  Last month I posted of Illinois Governor Pat Quinn’s decision to freeze the pay of Illinois lawmakers until they reach a solution to the state’s ballooning,... Read more

  Posted on 07 August 2013 CURRENT, DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Top 10 Pizzas

  

  This week I am sharing my favorite pizzas. I have included both freshly delivered and frozen pizzas. Pizza is a guilty pleasure of mine (I can’t just say no).... Read more

  Posted on 04 August 2013 CURRENT, DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Stephen Colbert Mocks Cable News (07/31/2013)

  

  Regular readers of Real Talk by now know that I am a fan of Stephen Colbert. I think he is hilarious. While I was watching yesterday’s episode of “The Colbert... Read more

  Posted on 02 August 2013 CURRENT, DEBATE, ENTERTAINMENT, MEDIA, POLITICS, SOCIETY, TV & VIDEO

• Amanda Berry’s Decision to Go out Angers Some People

  

  Amanda Berry, along with Michelle Knight and Gina DeJesus, were rescued in May after being held captive for over a decade. Charles Ramsey assisted the girls in... Read more

  Posted on 01 August 2013 CURRENT, DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• 9/11 Photo Almost Cut From the National September 11 Memorial and Museum

  

  The infamous photo of firefighters raising the American flag at Ground Zero almost failed to make the cut at the National September 11 Memorial and Museum. Read more

  Posted on 31 July 2013 CURRENT, DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Is Robin Thicke’s Video “Blurred Lines” Degrading to Women?

  

  “Blurred Lines” is the latest hit from R B singer Robin Thicke. The song features vocals from rapper T.I. and singer/producer Pharrell. Read more

  Posted on 30 July 2013 CURRENT, DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Top 10 Favorite Books

  

  This week I am sharing my favorite books.  As always these lists I create every week progressively get more difficult.  In the past weeks I have shared my... Read more

  Posted on 29 July 2013 BOOKS, CULTURE

• Fruitvale Station (2013)

  

  Ryan Coogler’s first feature-length film chronicles the last day of Oscar Grant’s life. Oscar Grant was a 22-year-old man who was killed by BART police officer... Read more

  Posted on 28 July 2013 ENTERTAINMENT, MOVIES

• The Wolverine (2013)

  

  James Mangold directs the latest installment in the X-Men series. Hugh Jackman reprises the role of the “immortal” mutant, Wolverine. Read more

  Posted on 27 July 2013 CURRENT, DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Should Anthony Weiner's Wife Stay After Latest Scandal?

  

  Disgraced politican and NYC Mayor hopeful faces more shame Read more

  Posted on 25 July 2013 CURRENT, DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Stephen Colbert Mocks the Royal Baby Watch (07/23/2013)

  

  Anyone who has read my post Why all the Fuss over the Royal Baby knows that I am beyond the point of fatigue when it comes to the “royal baby watch. Read more

  Posted on 25 July 2013 CURRENT, DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Amidst Massive CPS Layoffs, City Still Helping Fund DePaul Arena

  

  This past May, Mayor Rahm Emanuel and DePaul University announced a proposal for a 10,000 seat, $173 million arena near convention center McCormick Place,... Read more

  Posted on 25 July 2013 CURRENT, DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• USC Says Woman Wasn’t Raped Because Alleged ASSAILANT Didn’t Orgasm

  

  Once again I present a disturbing story that upon reading the title one would think I was joking. At least you would hope I was joking (albeit that would be a... Read more

  Posted on 24 July 2013 CURRENT, DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY, WOMEN'S ISSUES

• First Lady Michelle Obama Changes National Platform to Now Promote Stricter Gun...

  

  This morning the Associated Press reported that First Lady Michelle Obama will be changing her platform for President Obama’s second term. In 2010, the First... Read more

  Posted on 24 July 2013 CURRENT, DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Aurora Shooting Victims Marry a Year After Theater Rampage

  

  July 20th marked the 1st anniversary of the terrible shooting at an Aurora, Colorado theater. Kristin Davis and Eugene Han were injured in the shootings. Read more

  Posted on 22 July 2013 CURRENT, DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Top 10 Favorite Snacks

  

  This week I am sharing my favorite snack foods.  For the past month I have been posting my “Top 10 List.”  Every week I share my favorites in a different... Read more

  Posted on 21 July 2013 CURRENT, DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Study States Calorie Listings at Fast Food Restaurants Cause Caloric Increase

  

  A Carnegie Mellon University study has determined that calorie listings at fast-food restaurants have not decreased the caloric consumption of consumers. Read more

  Posted on 20 July 2013 CURRENT, DEBATE, POLITICS, SOCIETY