Archive for the ‘Celebrity spin’ Category

John Lennon … endorsing from above

I am a Beatles fan — not an over-the-top fan — but I have traveled to Beatles Fest, I own a few books and some memorabilia, and I did brag about having a two-minute conversation with George Harrison’s sister for about six months.  So why am I just now hearing about John Lennon coming back to life [...]

Er, Excuse me?

Could I possibly have heard that correctly?  Did that radio announcer really just say what I think she said?

Man’s best friend

There is an old saying that a dog is a man’s best friend. Well President Bush’s “best friend,” a Scottish terrier named Barney, obviously wasn’t named after the fun-loving, purple dinosaur. During Barney’s morning walk Thursday, Reuters reporter Jon Decker made an attempt to pet Barney, who was having none of it and bit Decker’s [...]

The Hearst Chronicles

Calling all pseudo-heiresses, models, and fashionistas, there is an opening in Page 6 Magazine now that Lydia Hearst has left the building. The publishing heiress quit her column, The Hearst Chronicles, over an article she claims she didn’t write.

Gonna Dress You Up In My Lies

Recently, when I turn on the news, I am confronted by two constants… the election, and Madonna.  In an effort to switch from my normal posts on political and DC related spin, I think Madonna and her public relations team could use a refresher course in the basics of the industry.  Here are my three [...]

What they wrote and what I read

Earlier this week, two pop-culture news stories broke in the media – Clay Aiken announced he’s gay and Lindsey Lohan announced she and Samantha Ronson are an item. To my disappointment, two of the most respected, well-known media outlets released the information without any regard for professionalism or poise.
 
 
 

Bias Journalists, Really?

As the world focuses on politics, as it probably should with the upcoming election, I find it difficult to get involved. My parents are both Democratic, but by no means are they considered hardcore political enthusiasts. So, in a way, I was raised to not really care. Let’s be honest, does anyone truly know the [...]