Gonzo Journalism?

Was it over when the Germans bombed Pearl Harbor? Hell no! John Belushi, Animal House Actor Bill Murray recently blasted renown journalist Bob Woodward. The Ghostbuster literally to his proton pack accelerator to incinerate Woodward’s book Wired. Mr. Woodward reported on Murray’s fellow Saturday Night Live Cast Member and friend, John Belushi. Mr. Murray, distressedContinue reading “Gonzo Journalism?”

The South African (Not Elon) Who Was The Presidential Election Winner

The Harris-Trump Presidential Debate was a cat-astrophe for then Candidate Donald Trump. Frank Luntz, and other pundits, declared Mr. Trump’s rant over the immigrants of Springfield “eating the pets” as the final nail in the coffin to his campaign. The dream of a MAGA return to the White House was over. This was mainstream media’sContinue reading “The South African (Not Elon) Who Was The Presidential Election Winner”

Journalistic Slant

jta journalist ron kampeas in a june 13, 2023 article cited an anonymous biden administration source. jta.org under the cover of darkness, this source disparaged israeli diaspora minister amichai chikli. according to the article, this so-called “senior” biden administration official did so along with a “so-called” chorus of americans. journalist ron kampeas “quoted” the administrativeContinue reading “Journalistic Slant”

A Strange Headline? A Ten Commandments’ Tale

a massive earthquake in turkey and syria killed thousands. with that, there are news reports of the international humanitarian response to save lives. within these resports, a timesofisrael.com headline, was attention getting- “head of tiny jewish community in turkey’s antakya feared dead; torah scrolls saved.” the story talks of death, signficant damage to the localContinue reading “A Strange Headline? A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

Spare Us: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

if an extra-terrestrial recently descended onto planet earth, how would they view the world? if they looked at the media, they would believe that the entitled “harry” was the most important thing on the planet. they could also identify him by his image. how did this happen? journalism continues its devolution into senseless entertainment andContinue reading “Spare Us: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

CBS News’ Existential Crisis: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

cbs news has a huge problem. one of their lead journalists reportedly violated news protocol concerning the sourcing of a story. it is reported that ms. norah o’donnell violated protocol and tweeted a story that was improperly sourced. compounding the matter is that it was reporting on a “huge” national story. the tweet arguably wasContinue reading “CBS News’ Existential Crisis: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

When Commandments Collide: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

if i were a rich man tevye the news headlines are abound involving accusation of adultery involving two of the wealthiest individuals on the planet. with the accusations, there have also been denials. who is telling the truth? does it matter? the wall street journal reports that mr. elon musk has an affair with mr.Continue reading “When Commandments Collide: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

Thou Shalt Not Clip & Paste Episode 2: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

another clip & paste-y event reportedly just happened.  like this blog’s first c & p episode, significant monetary gain was involved. dailymail.com before discussing this recent episode, i must confess.  i am a clip & paste-y person.  my composition, using various word processing programs, including wordpress, involves clipping reference materials for blog post ideas.  theseContinue reading “Thou Shalt Not Clip & Paste Episode 2: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

The “Ateba” Award For Excellence In Journalism? A Ten Commandments’ Tale

As I sit in that briefing room, as the little guy, I understand why the world is in such a chaotic state, with 1 percent of people controlling all the resources while the majority of people wallow in hopelessness, drug addiction, homelessness and hunger. simon ateba journalist mr. simon ateba is a hero of sorts.Continue reading “The “Ateba” Award For Excellence In Journalism? A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

New School Harvard Is Simply Old School: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

jewish people are keenly aware of history. their book, the torah, takes them back to the creation the universe with the epic “in the beginning” or “breshit bara elohim.” they have a covenant with the eternal god, the master of the universe. this established covenant runs through time. historical events are often interpreted in viewContinue reading “New School Harvard Is Simply Old School: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”