Volume 1, Issue 25 — December 15, 2004

Next Issue: December 29, 2004

Whose Standards Should We Apply To The Airwaves?

Lots of different groups had plenty to say about what was or wasn't allowed on TV this year, but the path to a coherent approach to broadcast standards hasn't gotten any clearer.

Companies and Do-Gooding

After eating some chocolate, Alex is spurred on to do some research about various companies and business practices.

Columns

On the Difficulties of Reading a Book After Watching TV

There are more than you think.

My Life as a Male Boxing Fanatic

A "background actor" reports from the front lines of Bay Area filmmaking.

Ask Professor Yeti

Thoughts on Giving Gifts, or Stealing Them

What to buy for the New Age gal who has everything, what to do with an immortal sailor and other timely advice.

Reviews

Three Cheers for the Postal Service

They sell neat stamps. They wade through snow drifts to deliver your mail. An appreciation of the USPS.

Ben Folds

Being a Ben Folds fan isn't always easy, but it does have its rewards.

Humor

Helpful Advice for a Complicated Social Season

It's never too early to think about thank-yous.


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