The great James Brown teaches you different dance steps in this random video.
Friday, August 31, 2007
James Brown Dance Lessons
The great James Brown teaches you different dance steps in this random video.
The Muck Gap
Josh Marshall of TPMTV has discovered that even though the democrats are the ruling party in Congress, the republicans still dominate when it comes to scandals. Here's a quick rundown of all of the criminal investigations since the democrats took over.
GOP Hooker Scandal du Jour
Karl Rove once famously blamed the GOP's political loss in the 2006 mid-term elections on the Mark Foley sex scandal. So, Air America's Rachel Maddow took a look at all of the GOP sex scandals before and after 2006, and wonders how the 2008 elections will turn out.
John Edwards on New Orleans
Presidential candidate John Edwards gave a speech the other day at Georgia South Western State University, in which he addressed the concerns about the continued devastation in New Orleans and what he planned to do, if elected. He also introduced his proposal for "Brownie's Law", which would require those who hold high level Cabinet positions to actually be qualified to do their jobs. How novel!
Merry-Go-Round Water Pumps
This organization distributes water pumps to areas of the world that are in desperate need of clean water. The pumps, however, are powered by children's merry-go-rounds. The more they play, the more clean water is produced for the whole village.
What a great idea!
Thursday, August 30, 2007
Cruisin' in the Boy's Room
CNN took a look at the culture of life on the down low and the complex signals men use to indicate that they're up for a little booty.
Senator Larry Craig's Arrest Tape
Hardball got a copy of the audio from Senator Larry Craig's arrest by an undercover police officer in the men's room of the Minneapolis airport.
So freaking beautiful...
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Dragnet: Larry Craig
Countdown's Keith Olberman played a Dragnet-style reenactment of the Senator Larry Craig bathroom sex scandal.
My President Will Be...
The Progressive Patriots and Senator Russ Feingold of Wisconsin put together this video about the different qualities they are looking for in the next president.
Miss Teen USA - Miss South Carolina
This is her response to the question, why she thinks that 1/5th of American's can't locate the US on a world map.
Little Britain - Sir Norman Fry
What happened in King's Cross.
What happened in the public toilet.
What happened to his naked photos.
Amanda Lear - "Alphabet"
I'm planning on doing a big tribute to the great and wonderful Amanda Lear sometime really soon. But this video just popped up on YouTube today and I couldn't resist posting it. This is Amanda Lear singing a disco/classical alphabet for "the children of [her] generation", from 1977. For those who aren't familiar with Ms. Lear, this video will tell you everything you need to know, and give you all the reasons why you will now worship her and her amazing fabulosity.
Say a prayer to her every night. She is our savior.
Alberto Gonzales - Unforgettable
TPMTV has put together a top ten video of Attorney General Alberto Gonzales's greatest moments. Oh, how the country's muckrakers and comedians mourn his resignation.
Tomboy - "It's Okay to Be Gay"
This is dedicated to Republican Senator Larry Craig, Republican Senator Mark Foley, Republican state legislator Bob Allen, Republican Reverend Ted Haggard, and all those other lunatic closet queens out there tonight.
I hope that someday soon you all find the courage to be who you are, instead of acting like a bunch of disgusting hypocritical, homophobic, self-hating, bible-thumping, criminal, low-life bastards, who give honest proud gay people a bad name. It is time to get your dirty skank asses off the down low and face up to your shit.
You're here. You're queer. Get used to it!
Republican Sex Crime Recap
On tonight's Hardball, David Shuster reported in depth on the Senator Larry Craig case, adding statements from the arresting officer and past allegations of Craig involving gay sex with congressional pages (you know, the same kids Senator Mark Foley was chasing...). Shuster also added a recap of some of this year's conservative republican sex crime highlights. And I swear you can hear Shuster nearly crack up as he reads the report.
My only complaint: he forgot Florida state legislator Bob Allen, who was arrested for doing the exact same thing in a public restroom just last month.
Cafferty File: Sen. Craig's Political Future
Tonight CNN's Jack Cafferty discussed the Senator Craig case and Craig's claim that he has not yet made up his mind about whether or not to run for reelection. The email question Cafferty posed to his viewers was: "How would you describe Senator Larry Craig's political future?" The responses were delicious.
Senator Larry Craig: "I Am Not Gay."
Anyway, here's Larry's press conference from earlier today, in which he states for the record, "I am not gay." Apparently, he just "overreacted" in Minneapolis. Poor, poor legislator... Seems the actual practice of law was just too much for him.
Click to view video.Well, Senator Craig, no one believes your arrested gay sex soliciting gay ass...
(Much more coverage available in an earlier post.)
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Two Years After Katrina
Tens of thousands of New Orleans residents are still homeless. Show your support for the Gulf Coast Recovery Bill of 2007 by signing the petition.
The Gay Old Party Strikes Again
The republican Senator from Idaho, Larry Craig, plead guilty after being arrested in an airport men's room for trying to solicit sex from an undercover police officer. Now that the story has gone nationwide, he's trying to deny the charges.
It shouldn't be surprising to you that Senator Craig is also married and has voted against gay marriage rights.
I just love that so many "family values" republicans are such freakyass sex-crime-committing nellys. I hope we get a few more of these dipshits before Bush's term is up.
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UPDATE: Some local news anchors re-enacted Senator Craig's bathroom pick up on air. Also, too, Senator Craig is the co-chair of Mitt Romney's presidential campaign... Can this story get anymore hysterical? Please!?!
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UPDATE #2: Oh, kaloo-kalay - it gets better!! Here's a video clip from tonight's Hardball of Senator Larry Craig on January 24th, 1999. In an interview on Meet the Press, he had the nerve to call then President Bill Clinton a "nasty, naughty boy" for gettin' a blow job from Monica Lewinsky. Even Chris Matthews has a hard time swallowing the hypocrisy. (**This story makes me so happy!!!**)
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UPDATE #3: Someone's got a crushy-poo! Here's a clip of Senator Larry Craig, Idaho campaign chairman for Mitt Romney, talking about how fabulous Romney is and how much he loves him.
Click to view video.Monday, August 27, 2007
Smiling Faces
Here's a handy guide to corrupt Republicans who have been convicted, indicted and investigated over the last few years. It's one damn long list of criminal activity...
Gonzales Resigns: The Parade of Speeches
First up, Gonzo himself makes the formal announcement. Kinda looks like he wants to cry.
Next up, Lame Duck Bushie flaps his gums and proves that he is not only completely clueless, but totally irrelevant. Seriously, why does anybody even pay attention to him anymore? He's officially pointless.
And finally, Senator Chuck Schumer attempts to talk some sense into the administration by asking for a replacement who is actually qualified for the job. What a novelty that would be.
Ding! Dong! Another One Gone!
What a great way to start the day! Attorney General Alberto Gonzales has resigned! And yet another Bush appointee has jumped ship. First Karl Rove, then Tony Snow, and now Gonzo. Who's next? And who, oh who, will replace these clowns?Who Owns You, Americans?
Animation set to George Carlin's rant against corporate monopolies and the annihilation of the American middle class. Music by Sigor Ros.
Sunday, August 26, 2007
Bill Moyers Journal - Low Power Radio
Click to view video.This week's Bill Moyers Journal focussed on big media's attempts to consolidate power and lobby Congress and the FCC.
In this segment, Moyers looked at the services provided by small local broadcasters and how they benefit their communities. During Hurricane Katrina, only 4 out of 41 broadcasters were able to stay on air and provide the area with coverage of the storm, as well as issue evacuation warnings and direct survivors to FEMA aid centers - information the big media failed to offer. And this isn't the first time big media has failed the districts in which they broadcast.
But now we have a chance to turn it all around. Legislation in both the House and the Senate could help to promote local media and restore a balance of power over the public airwaves.
Saturday, August 25, 2007
Muppets - "50 Ways To Leave Your Lover"
A cover of the Paul Simon classic by members of The Electric Mayhem.
Computer Corner - (LOL) Loads of Laughter
Segment from Canada's This Hour Has 22 Minutes about text messaging abbreviations.
New Rules - Red Poisoning
Real Time with Bill Maher is back for another season. Here's a clip of this week's New Rules.
Friday, August 24, 2007
The Daily Show - Magical History Tour
Ted Nugent Is Loco
So, at a recent concert in California, Ted Nugent got up on stage, waved around a couple of machine guns and made threats against Barack Obama & Hilary Clinton. Yeah.
Do we need to be concerned about this?
Headzup: Rush Damns Darfur
Radio personality Rush Limbaugh recently claimed that the reason Democrats want to pull the troops out of Iraq is because they want to get them into Darfur. He then went on to claim that the only reason they want to help the people of Darfur is because they are black, and Democrats need black people to vote for them.
I'm not joking. Listen for yourself.
Disposable Heroes - "Television..."
"Television, The Drug of a Nation" by the Disposable Heroes of Hiphoprisy.
Thursday, August 23, 2007
The Daily Show - America to the Rescue
Jon Stewart explores America's history in the Middle East and finds a disturbing pattern.
FOX Attacks Iran
Just as they beat the drums for war in Iraq, FOX is now using the same rhetoric to build support for a war in Iran.
Submissive Jesus Ad
Is Jesus not answering your prayers? Submissive Jesus puts the power of God in your hands.
The Daily Show - Barack Obama
Click to view video.Jon Stewart and presidential candidate Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) talk about the insanity of US elections.
De-Catapulting the Propaganda
Click to view video.David Shuster bitch slaps Bush on his ignorance about the Vietnam War, as well as history and foreign policy in general.
Hernandez & Tholance - "Back To Boogie"
Performed by Patrick Hernandez & Hervé Tholance for French TV in 1979.
Billboards Banned in Sao Paulo
The 4th largest city in the world, Sao Paulo, Brazil, has banned outdoor advertising - like billboards and video screens - now considered "visual pollution" under the new Clean City Law.
Countdown - Drowning Dissent
Air America's Rachel Maddow stopped by Countdown to discuss the consequences of the protester manual.
It has been revealed this week that the Bush administration created and used a detailed manual to deal with protesters at presidential rallies and public events. It included guidelines on screening crowds, encouraging chants to drown out dissent and even cordoning off protesters into designated areas, out of sight of the president and the media.
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
Red State Update: The Candidate's Kids
Jackie and Dunlap talk about recent developments with the kids of the presidential candidates. And some interesting information about one of our hosts comes to light...
Warning: May Cause Blinding Rage
This is Bush's speech at the Convention of Veterans of Foreign Wars, where he made analogies between Iraq and the wars in Vietnam and Korea.
Watch with caution. You may put your fist through your computer monitor. You're at least guaranteed some heavy swearing.
Note to Congress: Do your fucking job and get this assfuck out of office today!!!
The Thousand-Handed Goddess of Mercy
21 deaf Chinese dancers perform an amazing Thai-esque dance called "Senjyukannon", which roughly translates as "The Thousand-Handed Goddess of Mercy".
Shock 'n' Awe
Dan Harmon's entry for Channel 101's Saturday Morning Challenge. Music by Shane Laser, vocals by Robyn Roth.
Bush Backs Less Healthcare For Kids
Bush explains why he's making it harder for low income children to have healthcare.
Solar Energy Breakthrough
CBC News reports that Israeli scientists have made such advances with solar energy, that it will soon be able to compete with traditional forms of energy on a massive scale.
Unrequited Pigeon Love in Paris
Awesome clip from a 2003 episode of Ken Kleiber's Manhattan cable access show That's Kentertainment.
Tuesday, August 21, 2007
Simon & Garfunkel - "The Boxer"
Performed on Saturday Night Live in November of 1975. Clip begins with Paul Simon singing "Still Crazy After All These Years" in a turkey costume. There's also some subtitles in what may be Japanese.
Neo|Connections.com
Click to view video.Advertisement for a Neo-Conservative dating service, from Real Time with Bill Maher.
The Daily Show - Debate #27
Jon Stewart takes a look at the Iowa Democratic Debates, the 27th debate held so far.
Flight of the Conchords - ''Ladies...''
"Ladies of the World", from episode 10 of the HBO series Flight of the Conchords.
Spencer Tunick - Glacier Photos
Monday, August 20, 2007
Network - The Truth About Television
In this classic scene from the movie Network, Howard Beale rants about the false promises of the television industry.
The Gospel of Supply Side Jesus
Click to view video.Al Franken reads his essay The Gospel of Supply Side Jesus, an excerpt from his book Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them.
Sunday, August 19, 2007
Blog Action Day '07
Mark your calendars: October 15th the blogs unite!
Topic: the environment.
Spread the word.
Donna Summer - "Don't Cry for Me"
"Don't Cry for Me Argentina", from the musical Evita, performed on Live with Regis & Kathy Lee.
Colbert Report - Mike Huckabee
Stephen Colbert tries to find out who the hell Republican candidate Mike Huckabee is.
The Daily Show - Senator John McCain
Jon Stewart sits down with Republican candidate Senator John McCain.
Portrait of Jimi Hendrix
Painted live by Denny Dent for the Jimi Plays Monterey concert film, released in 1986.
Special thanks to Knuckles for the fabulous find!
Saturday, August 18, 2007
Proof Gonzo Lied Under Oath
MSNBC's David Shuster reports that FBI Director Robert Mueller's notes show that Attorney General Alberto Gonzales lied under oath during his Senate hearing.
L. Armstrong - "A Kiss to Build a Dream On"
Performed live by Louis Armstrong and the All Stars, in Stockholm, Sweden in 1962.
Countdown - Worst Person in the World
And the winner is... FOX's own John Gibson for saying this country needs another 9/11.
Another 9/11?
As someone who lives just across town from the 6-year-old crater that once was the glorious Twin Towers, may I be the first to recommend John Gibson's neighborhood as the site of the next 9/11.
Sorry, Wrong House
Click to view video.Excerpt from an episode of COPS, in which a police officer tries to rescue a woman from a burning house.
Flight of the Conchords - A Texan Odyssey
New Zealand band Flight of the Conchords visit the SXSW music festival in Austin, TX, in hopes of making it big.
Full documentary made for New Zealand's TV3 in March of 2006.
Bogus Medical Supplies from China
Holy crapballs!
More messed up imports from China. This time it's diabetes test strips, pregnancy tests & HIV test kits.
Tony Snow Stepping Down
So, White House Press Secretary, and former FOX "News" anchor, Tony Snow is on his way out, sighting a need for more money. But with a salary over $160,000 + full benefits, that's about as hard to swallow as anything else he's said on the job.
The rats are jumping ship left and right.
Friday, August 17, 2007
R.I.P. Max Roach
"Mr. Hi-Hat", a tribute to Papa Jo Jones.
"The Third Eye", solo performance.
"Drum Waltz", solo performance.
"Driver Man", performed with saxophonist Clifford Jordan and singer Abbey Lincoln.
"What Am I Here For?", the Duke Ellington classic, performed with Billy Taylor in 1981.
Bill Moyers Journal - The Rove Legacy
The great Bill Moyers is once again the media's sole voice of reason. Here, he shares the true legacy of Presidential Adviser Karl Rove.
Red State Update: Ranking Republicans
Jackie and Dunlap take a close look at the standings in last weekend's Iowa Straw Poll.
Soldier Suicide
By now you've probably heard the report that 99 US soldiers committed suicide last year. Wanna take a guess at how many ATTEMPTED suicide?
948.
Countdown: Tampering with Wikipedia
Goverment agencies, major corporations and news organizations (FOX!) are editing unfavorable facts about themselves in entries on Wikipedia. And they got caught.
Thursday, August 16, 2007
The Word - Potential
Stephen Colbert explores the enhanced powers of Attorney General Alberto Gonzales.
The Daily Show - Black President?
Correspondent Larry Wilmore tries to find out if America is ready for a black president.
Fact Check: Romney vs. Obama
Recently, Barak Obama made a few comments about the war in Afghanistan, saying that we need to put more troops on the ground in order to avoid further civilian casualties. Well, that raging idiot Mitt Romney opened his big fat trap and said a bunch of stupid shit that doesn't make a lick of sense, and proved that he would rather pander to the least educated among us, than actually pay attention to the realities of the world around us. He's even less aware of he facts than Bush!
Surprised? Didn't think so.
The One on the Right is on the Left
Adorable Lego stop-motion animation, set to Johnny Cash's "The One on the Right is on the Left".
What's Your Political Compass?
And this graphic shows how other major political leaders around the world stack up. I see a trend. Don't you?
If you'd like to see where you fall on the map, take the test!
(Apparently, I fall somewhere due south of the Dalai Lama.)
Somebody's Watching You
CNN reports that the US government is now officially using satellites to spy on American citizens.
Mortality Rates in US Drop Dramatically
The BBC reports that over the last 20 years life expectancy rates in the US have dropped from 11th worldwide to 42nd.
How did we let our country become so pathetic?
The Daily Show - Children of the Corn
Jon Stewart tries to figure out what this weekend's Republican Iowa Straw Poll really means and how it will effect the candidates.
The Daily Show - Logo Democratic Debates
Jon Stewart takes a look at the Democratic debate on the Logo network, which addressed gay issues, and comes up with the Most Immature Montage Ever.
Jimi Hendrix on Fire!
Artist Phil Hansen has a new series called Goodbye Art. This piece is a portrait of Jimi Hendrix, made entirely of matches.
Flirting with a Westboro Church man
The Australian show Chaser's War on Everything had a little fun with the members of the Westboro Baptist Church (the "God hates fags"/Phelps family loonies). Correspondent Charles Firth paid a visit to one of their protests.
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
Voting Machines Not Ready for 2008
Dan Rather reports that the electronic voting machines are suffering from the same flaws that voters have complained about since 2000. Oh, and some of those machines are made in China...
Impeach Cheney: Peaceman v The Chenguin
54% of Americans and 76% of Democrats support the impeachment of Dick Cheney. But only one presidential candidate is willing to represent the vast majority. In fact, he wrote the resolution to get Cheney out of office - HR 333.
Kucinich. The Cool Kids' Candidate in '08.
Phil Rizzuto - The Money Store Ad
R.I.P. Yankee legend Phil Rizzuto.
Knuckles & I got to attend tonight's game against the Baltimore Orioles. The stadium played a loving tribute to The Scooter and fans chanted his name at the start of the game. It was lovely.
I only wish that the Yanks hadn't lost 12-0... Oy!
Check out more videos about Phil Rizzuto on the Yankees website.
Countdown - Feeling a Draft
Keith Olberman spoke with John Soltz, Chairman of VoteVets.org, about the possibility of a draft.
Nina Hagen - "The Lady is a Tramp"
Performed live with the Leipzig Big Band in Burghausen, Germany on April 28th, 2004.
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
The Daily Show - Dude, Where's My Karl?
Voter Caging
Alexyss K. Tylor - A Warning to Gay Boys
Another installment from the Vagina Power cable access show, and it's a double dose! This episode focussed on gay issues. But there's wisdom in it for all of us.
I so love that her mother is her co-host.
Monday, August 13, 2007
Ding! Dong! The Bitch Is (Almost) Gone!
Good riddance, Turd Blossom!!
Here's the official White House press announcement. Try not to barf on your keyboard.
But the most odious display of the day has to be Chris Matthews. You could almost make this into a drinking game. Take a swig every time Matthews puckers up to Rove's asshole.
Brilliant? My aunt fanny...!
The Color Green
Short documentary film about the prohibition of marijuana in America and the corrupt war on drugs.
Sunday, August 12, 2007
Raping and Pillaging Iraq
With the cooperation of Bush & Co., oil corporations are already laying claim to some of the richest oil fields in the world, with no regard for the Iraqi people, and all of Bush's promises of freedom and democracy flushed down the toilet.
Y'all knew this shit was comin', too...
Saturday, August 11, 2007
Bjork - "Innocence"
For her latest single, Bjork held a contest that allowed her fans to produce the video themselves. After 500 submissions, 11 finalists were chosen. This video, by animators Fred&Annabelle of France, was the ultimate winner.
Cheney: Invading Baghdad = "Quagmire"
In an interview on April 15th, 1994, Dick Cheney explained how invading Baghdad and toppling Saddam's regime would result in a quagmire and cost too many American lives.
Pavarotti - "Una Furtiva Lagrima"
You guys. Pavarotti is in the hospital tonight. Say a prayer, okay?
Britain Silences Military Bloggers
BBC News reports that the Ministry of Defense is following in Bush's footsteps and censoring British soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan. Like their American counterparts, they will no longer be allowed to post videos to YouTube, or speak to the press.
The Daily Show - Bush in His Own Words
Bush seems convinced he needs to dumb down his message for the masses. Jon Stewart sets him straight.
Muppets - "Accustomed to Your Face"
Jim Henson & the Muppets make an early appearance on the Jack Paar Show.
Song by Rosemary Clooney.
Daft Punk @ Coney Island's Keyspan Park
The fabulous Rich from the fabulous FourFour has put together a highlight reel from this week's Daft Punk concert out in Coney Island.
I REALLY wanted to go, but couldn't squeeze another ticket into my budget. And it breaks my heart, cause the band just does not tour enough, and I always miss them when they do. And, of course, the show looked AMAZING!
So, Rich honey, I am officially jealous. Like so jealous I could almost be furiously, unforgivably mad at you...
Gay Democratic Debate in 10 Minutes
Here's some highlights from tonight's debate. Candidates appeared individually and answered questions from the panel on gay rights and discrimination.
Poor Bill Richardson. He really stumbled... Oy-yoy.
Giuliani: "I'm One of Them."
Giuliani's delusions of grandeur continue! This is his response to criticism from families of 9/11 rescue workers.
What a freakin' loon.
Friday, August 10, 2007
Mark Steel on Che Guevara
Yearly Kos: In Conclusion
Curious as to what that big convention was all about, and what got Bill O'Reilly's panties so twisted that he repeatedly referred to the attendees and organizers as nazis?? TPMTV caught up with Markos Moulitsas, founder of the Daily Kos website, and asked him about the history of the annual meeting, the growing influence of the netroots, and where this is all headed.
Thursday, August 9, 2007
Rick Astley - "Never Gonna Give You Up"
Quit acting like you don't sing along to this at the supermarket.
The Daily Show - Going, Going, Gun
Jon Stewart explores the latest in a long line of fuckups in Iraq: the missing 200,000 guns.
Warren Zevon - "Lawyers, Guns & Money"
Acoustic live performance from BBC's Words and Music: American Writers, December 1994.
Lobbyists, Cash and Power in DC
CNN takes a look at the new Ethics Reform Bill, and whether or not it will actually stave off the influence of lobbyists in DC.