Author Archives: mindless

I’ve been threatening to write the following Dar Williams parody for about four years now. After last week’s loss, it came together. And with tonight’s win (wow were the pollsters wrong), I have more courage to post it. (Also, an … Continue reading →

…and Bill! (And Yuhas, for you TMG folk.)

So my brother showed me up this year by making his own Chanukah card. The only thing I’m creative at is making up riddles, so here’s your end-of-Chanukah treat (true story too!): My grad student friends and I sat down … Continue reading →

I’ve never been much of an audiophile. In ninth grade, the school library conducted a survey of students to determine the tastes of the new class. Taking the survey was a breeze until I was asked to list my favorite … Continue reading →

Chag Sameach everyone! I don’t think I’ll be able to light candles tonight, though celebration is in order as the Center for Jewish Life rented out an entire bar (Triumph, on Nassua St) for the evening. Plus, drinks are free … Continue reading →

In reaction to WaPo’s ugly Obama smear, Tom Toles does more than write the Ombudsman (which is all the power I have): At least my favorite paper has enough class left to let that cartoon print. Hooray for the small … Continue reading →

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Since my brother and I are on different coasts, this year’s festivities will be the first time that we won’t have the chance to talk about math puzzles around the Thanksgiving table. In honor of his absence, … Continue reading →

Remember those sites that you clicked on an image to give fund feeding toe world’s hungry? Well FreeRice has taken the idea to a whole new level. The site tests your vocabulary as a way to capture your attention. (My … Continue reading →

Another great November Election Day for the Democratic Party — that makes three in a row. And in case anyone is counting (and I am!), that’s 3/3 Election Days under Party Chairman Howard Dean. My predictions — updated KY-Gov: Beshear … Continue reading →