Tag Archives: Olympics

Photo of the Day

Posted on November 17, 2012 at 5:30 pm by JM Ashby

The hands down winner. President Obama with Olympic gymnast McKayla Maroney, who is not impressed. Yes, in case you were wondering, President Obama is obviously fluent in internet memes. (photo via White House photographer Pete Souza)

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Worst Persons in the World

Posted on August 8, 2012 at 11:33 am by Bob Cesca

These Fox News Channel idiots for questioning Gabby Douglas’ patriotism. On last week’s “America Live,” guest-host Alisyn Camerota discussed how “some folks” noticed that the “famous flag-styled outfits” of Olympics past were replaced by “yellow shirts, grey track suits and … Continue reading →

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We’re Number One!

Posted on August 5, 2012 at 6:00 pm by JM Ashby

This seems appropriate today. Artist – Bob Englehart In other news, at least 7 people including the gunman were killed and as many as 20 may have been injured at a Sikh temple in Wisconsin today. Witnesses described the shooter … Continue reading →

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Zoe Smith Drops The Mic

Posted on August 1, 2012 at 8:00 am by JM Ashby

As if the pressure of competing in the Olympics wasn’t enough, British weight lifter Zoe Smith has also endured a torrent of sexist and misogynist comments on Twitter and Facebook regarding her figure. Smith posted a message on her personal … Continue reading →

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Interplay Of Man And Beast

Posted on July 31, 2012 at 7:00 pm by JM Ashby

But legal!

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“NBC Brings Zero Value”

Posted on July 30, 2012 at 6:30 pm by JM Ashby

Engagdet is hosting an excellent editorial today on why NBC’s 20th century Olympic coverage is failing to live up to 21st century standards. I recommend reading the whole thing. Here’s two key excerpts. That bare fact shines stark light on … Continue reading →

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The Sad Olympics

Posted on July 29, 2012 at 8:00 am by JM Ashby

The Upright Citizens Brigade parodies NBC’s Olympic coverage which has featured more sad interviews than Olympic events.

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The Diplomat

Posted on July 28, 2012 at 6:00 pm by JM Ashby

Artist – Bill Day A reminder — If you are a cable or satellite TV subscriber you can watch live-streams of every Olympic event at NBC’s Olympic website. In fact, that may be the only way to see each event, … Continue reading →

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Rant: Why NBC and The American Media Are An Embarrassment

Posted on July 28, 2012 at 8:00 am by JM Ashby

Like everyone else, I was flabbergasted upon learning yesterday that NBC would not be televising or streaming the Olympic opening ceremony live here in the year 2012. Instead, the east coast would have to wait a further three hours, and … Continue reading →

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Don’t Mind Mitt

Posted on July 27, 2012 at 8:00 pm by JM Ashby

Artist – Nate Beeler In other news, according to the former chairman of the Florida Republican Party, the party discussed strategies specifically aimed at suppressing the minority vote beginning in 2009.

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