Category Archives: Dinner Party Talk
Life 101 – The Chinese Beat It
I just read that China has overtaken Japan to become the second leading world economy. (After, of course, the #1 good old U.S. of A.) I’m no economist, but I am a darn good spotter of clever. I’ve been jamming … Continue reading
Dinner Party Talk – Small Town Thief
I definitely had an “Only in America” moment when I saw this article in a central Texas newspaper. So many unanswered questions surround this small-town crime. How did the thieves manage to snatch a trailer full of cans? Why did … Continue reading
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Tagged #americana, #brucelittlefield, #onlyintexas
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American Fun – Yo-Yo Champion
Ladies and gentlemen, Jensen Kimmitt is your 2010 National Yo-Yo Champion. This Canadian Yo-yo pro is super talented and surprisingly fun to watch. I remember when I got my first Duncan Yo-yo to walk the dog. And that was about … Continue reading
Dinner Party Talk – Starbucks Venti
English professor Lynne Rosenthal says she’s no Steven Slater. But she has achieved folk hero status among us coffee drinkers on the Upper West Side of NYC. The NY Post reported Monday that the 60ish phD would not comply with … Continue reading
Gossip! – Steven Slater’s reality show offer
Last week, Steven Slater, a disgruntled Jet Blue flight attendant made headlines and a flighty exit from his career when he reportedly cursed at passengers, grabbed two beers and slid down that inflatable, emergency evacuation slide. Instead of languishing in … Continue reading
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Tagged #americana, #brucelittlefield, #stevenslaterrealityshow
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What I’m Doing – Master Class Philippe Petit
I’ve just finished an amazing life experience-studying tightrope walking with the legendary Philippe Petit in his first ever master class. Philippe, you may remember, made international headlines when he walked a wire between the two World Trade Center towers in … Continue reading
Holidays – International Left Hander’s Day
Today is International Lefthanders Day, so help celebrate five to 15 percent of the population who just can’t do anything “right”. The world is built for righties, so this evening, give your favorite southpaw a pat on the back for … Continue reading
American Fun – Carrie-oke
I think William Hung’s long-lost dad as been found! In Kansas! And he’s a real karaoke star! At the Carrie Underwood themed karaoke contest (appropriately dubbed the “Carrie-Oke” contest) a rising star has stepped to the stage: Mr. Wong, a … Continue reading
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Tagged #americana, #brucelittlefield, #carrieunderwood, #karoake
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Strangers on a Train
New Yorkers are forced to get along. We’re often squeezed into tight spots with too many people, particularly on the subway. On my ride this morning, a large woman tried to wedge herself into a spot too small for her … Continue reading
Posted in Dinner Party Talk, Life 101, Travel, Uncategorized
Tagged #americana, #brucelittlefield, #cindyadams, #newyorkcity
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Pet Fun – NYC Canine-Friendly Bars
New Yorkers’ two great loves, their dogs and bar hopping, are no longer at odds with one another. Many bars are now opening their doors to man’s other best friend (read: dog, not booze), and Huffington Post has conveniently compiled … Continue reading
Posted in American Pets, Dinner Party Talk, Pet Fun, Uncategorized
Tagged #americana, #brucelittlefield, #dogfriendlybars, #newyorkcity
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