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...subject is obvious, but occasionally blinding: it's arguable that equally enduring genres like soap operas and crime dramas share a similar ability to tell us about ourselves, but Collins elevates cooking shows above all else. Watching What We Eat is a readable combination of sociology and wit sure to appeal to TV-food addicts, though kitchen novices might feel overwhelmed by the dense subject matter and obsessively detailed descriptions of lesser-known chefs and their programs. Still, it's a topic rich enough to reward deeper study - all the more reason to Tivo the next season of Top Chef...
...he’s maintained the standard that Lanois set, framing his wry, enigmatic lyrics with an organic, energized sound anchored by longtime collaborator, bassist Tony Garnier.But on “Together Through Life,” production easily outpaces songwriting, as Dylan’s ambition and lyrical wit fade palpably into monotony. His latter-day trilogy was a compelling mixture of urgency and ease, of innovative arrangements and sage-like lyricism. On this album, the studio approach is identical, albeit in the absence of that same inspiration. The presence of accordions and fiddles, or a slightly sharper guitar...
...music, as is his skill at both soulful strength and supple falsetto. By contrast, admirers of 90s era Smashing Pumpkins are likely to be perplexed by James Iha’s new choice of genre. Schlesinger and Carlos made their careers with bands who were characterized by their wit and verve. Tinted Windows have neither. It is fortunate, then, that this is more side project than band per se, as the four members are continuing with their other projects. This well-intentioned attempt at collaboration is likely to be a forgotten...
...Democracy in Dangerous Places, which extends the discussion he began in his celebrated 2007 study of the world's poorest nations, The Bottom Billion. Collier's not the first to point out that elections, unsupported by robust institutions, are simply political fetishes. But his analysis, delivered with clarity and wit, digs deep into how they increase the risk of wars, uprisings and riots for the world's poorest. In rich democracies, elections allow citizens to hold their politicians accountable. Collier shows how in poorly educated places, riven by ethnic and tribal rivalries, the easiest way to win is not good...
...governor’s desk, out of the lingerie and glasses, but oddly enough, the polar bear and Eskimo are the only ones making a Palin sandwich by the end. The climactic moment of Eminem’s trip takes him to Planet Womyn where Eminem’s wit must stand up to hoards of sword-wielding biddies. It’s not clear who wins, but we do know one thing by the end: Dre’s “Detox” probably won’t drop until 2020, and Eminem isn?...