A Proposed Variation on ‘The Dating Game,’ Based on ‘The Prisoner’s Dilemma’
OnThe Prisoner’s Dilemma re-imagined as a Dating Game type TV Show, bringing game theory to a quasi-romantic television program
Quadrospazzed on a Life Glug: The Work of Chris Morris
OnAn essay about Chris Morris and the Paedogeddon epsiode of Brass Eye, and why his work, though dark, is surprisingly humane.
The 180 Gs Bring Their Innovative A Capella Style to a Classic Cardiacs Album
OnIt’s taken ages, but the second 180 Gs album is finaly out; ‘Singin’ to God’ is their take on Cardiacs’ double-album ‘Sing to God.”
With a Little Help From Superduperman, Mad #4 Was the Fledgling Comic’s Breakout Issue
OnThough the first three issues were setting the stage, it was Mad #4 that was the first big hit, thanks to the first direct comic parody, ‘Superduperman.’
A Totally True Story About a Lost ‘Twilight Zone’ Episode I Found Once
OnIt was the weirdest thing, I found a tape of a lost Twilight Zone episode at a flea market, and when I watched it, my life was never the same again.
In Praise of ‘Lost Episode’ Creepypastas
OnWhile I’m at best a mild fan of creepypasta, or internet horror stories, I’ve always had a soft spot for the lost episode creepypastas about evil TV shows.
Jelle’s Marble Runs Is One of YouTube’s Most Relaxing and Fun Channels
OnIf you’re looking for something to relax to, check out Jelle’s Marble Runs, YouTube’s most slackful channel, featuring massive marble mazes.
Things That Are Neat: Crows!
OnIf you’re not already on board with crows, then, oh dang, are you missing out, because they’re beautiful, smart and just generally awesome.
Rashida Jones’ New Sitcom, ‘Kevin Can Fuck Himself,’ Sounds Like an Amazing Take on Awful Sitcom Tropes
OnRecently, news came out about Rashida Jones’ new sitcom, tenatively titled Kevin Can Fuck Himself, taking aim at the awful way sitcom wives are treated.
The Residents’ New Novel, ‘The Brickeaters’ Would Make For a Great Game
OnThe Residents’ first original novel, ‘The Brickeaters,’ tells a noir-tinged story about a bizarre crime spree, a paramilitary nut and an alcoholic writer.