Tag Archives: radio

Imus Returns

Has it been seven months already? That’s how long shock jock Don Imus has been off the air. Did you miss him? If so, start counting down the days–on December 3rd Imus will return to the airwaves and his well-paid hiatus will be over. I should say well paid and self-inflicted hiatus will be over. You’ll recall CBS Radio silenced Imus’ broadcasting career last April after he uttered a racist and sexist remark about the Rutgers University women’s basketball team. The incident sparked a national furor and numerous civil rights leaders and broadcast journalists called for Imus’ resignation. Imus fans … Continue reading →

10 Ways Your Entertainment Center Can Drain Your Money (2)

Most homes have an entertainment center where the family gathers for most of their electronic entertainment, such as television viewing, listening to music, etc. But that entertainment center and all that is in it can put a drain on your money. Knowing how your entertainment center can cost you will allow you to make some changes. In part one of this series, I covered a few of the ways your entertainment center can drain your money, and I included some tips to slow or stop those drains. These were: 1) The cost of the electronics themselves. 2) The cost of … Continue reading →

10 Ways Your Entertainment Center Can Drain Your Money (1)

Do you have an entertainment center? You know, and area where you keep your television, DVD, VCR and maybe even music system? Electronic entertainment is a wonderful way to relax, to entertain, to enjoy some nice family time. However, there are ten ways that all of this electronic entertainment can drain your money right away from you. While I’m not saying that you have to ditch your television (a recent study said that most folks wouldn’t take less than one million dollars to give up TV for life), being forewarned is being forearmed. In other words, if you are aware … Continue reading →

Actors Reveal Deep Dark Secrets

I didn’t think Isaiah Washington had any more secrets. And I certainly wouldn’t have expected that Star Jones Reynolds would be the one to reveal them. But, in a move that the former “View” co-host deemed “completely unscripted,” the former “Grey’s Anatomy” star shared news that he says not many of his fans are aware of: his father was murdered and heard about it on the evening news. The actor’s revelation was a dramatic on-air surprise for Reynolds who was interviewing Washington for her new show on CourtTV. According to Reynolds, one innocent question led to the shocking reveal. “I … Continue reading →

Entertainment Books – Free Shipping

Every year, we buy an Entertainment Book. They’re full of discounts for your local area, most Buy One, Get One Free. Most of the book ends up unused, but we make more than our money back on just the Safeway coupons ($5 off per month). Buying them early makes good sense because they’re still good until the end of September 2008, so you’re getting an extra couple of months to use them. Plus, if you buy now, they’ll pick up the shipping cost. If you know you’ll be using the book soon (and every year), you can pick up one … Continue reading →

LDS Puzzle Pals – MaryAlice Wallis and C.G. Lindstrom

Are you looking for a way to get your children to search the scriptures that won’t end up in World War III or at the very least, a whine/complain session? Have Sunday afternoons become as dreary as the Death March? Or are you just looking for some family fun? Hot off the press comes “LDS Puzzle Pals,” a new idea in entertainment the market has long needed. Each puzzle in this book is based on a scriptural theme or topic, and you must use your knowledge of the scriptures to solve them. You are given references to help you find … Continue reading →

What Does Jewel Adams Like to Read?

As we continue our series of what authors like to read, I’d like to share with you the list of recommended books Jewel Adams sent me. My interview with Jewel can be found here. One of Jewel’s favorite authors is Richard Paul Evans. “The Last Promise.” This novel, set in Tuscany and featuring a romance between a married woman and her tenant, was the subject of controversy upon its release. Deseret Book, Utah’s most conservative bookstore, decided that the topic was too risky for their audience and refused to stock the book in the stores. Curious, the reading public thronged … Continue reading →

A Light in the Window – Jan Karon

Following on the heels of “At Home in Mitford,” the ground-breaking first novel in the “Mitford” series is “A Light in the Window.” Health problems caused our main character, Episcopalian minister Father Tim, to take a long vacation abroad. Returning home to his beloved Mitford after a long absence, he finds that everything is the same, and yet everything is different. His own perceptions have changed after his near brush with death, and nature does have its way of creating change over time. Puny, his housekeeper, is engaged and will soon be married. Dooley, the rough-edged boy he took in, … Continue reading →

Kylie Minogue Separates from Olivier Martinez

Kylie Minogue has split from her actor boyfriend Olivier Martinez. The two have been together four years, which is almost like twenty-five by Hollywood standards. The couple released a statement saying the split was mutual, amicable, and the two remain close friends. If you are not familiar with Olivier Martinez’s work, he was in Before Night Falls and S.W.A.T., but I always remember him as the handsome roguish boyfriend in Unfaithful. Kyle has gone through quite a bit lately. She began her career in the 1980s when she was on an Australian soap opera called “Neighbours.” After that, she became … Continue reading →

Date Night on a Budget

So, you don’t have a ton of money, but you’d really like to spend some time together and get out of the house. There are some things you can do to stay within your budget while still getting out to have some fun with each other. Movie Discounts Check with local movie theaters in your area to learn about discounts. Many offer matinees on Saturday or Sunday afternoons, and some also have “cheap movie night.” Around here it’s on Tuesday. Aside from discounted times to visit the show, don’t forget to ask about discount programs. Some movie theaters have passes … Continue reading →