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runprn recommended this 1 year, 8 months ago

A remarkable visual of the massive wildfires near Austin.

runprn recommended this 1 year, 8 months ago

Interesting explanation of so-called super cookies, which persist and behave longer and differently from regular browser cookies. Privacy implications.

runprn recommended this 1 year, 9 months ago

If you have any suspicions about the radical right elements of the Tea Party seeking to take "dominion" over our culture and government, here's some troubling evidence.

runprn recommended this 1 year, 9 months ago

Pros: Spectacular views, big apartment-style rooms, amazing grounds, two pools, beautiful beach front. The on-site restaurant has great crab cakes, coconut shrimp, and parmesan bread.

Cons: A little too family oriented.

runprn recommended this 1 year, 9 months ago

IMO, Makena SP has the BEST beaches in Maui. "Big Beach" is family friendly, but note that "Little Beach" is clothing optional. The waves are awesome, the water is the perfect temperature, and the overall experience is breathtaking.

runprn recommended this 1 year, 9 months ago

Pros: Great views, decent food.

Cons: Horrible service.

runprn recommended this 1 year, 9 months ago

I can't get enough of David Sedaris! If you can, listen to the audio version, which David narrates.

runprn recommended this 1 year, 9 months ago

A Blue Hawaiian helicopter tour is an absolute must when visiting Maui! Pay the extra $50 bucks for the Eco-Star copter, which offers significantly greater visibility and comfort.

runprn recommended this 1 year, 9 months ago

After throwing his hat into the presidential ring, and his high marks in the Iowa straw poll (as a write-in candidate), take a moment to learn about the real Rick Perry.

runprn recommended this 1 year, 9 months ago

Spent part of our first day at Queen's Beach.

Pros: The water was perfectly cool, not cold or balmy. Beautiful scenery.

Con: Lots of big rocks as you wade out into the water. Wear water shoes.

runprn recommended this 1 year, 9 months ago

I guess Hunch needs a 'Politics' category. I think it's important for the public to understand the background of a potential presidential candidate. Despite the so-called 'Texas Miracle', Rick Perry's stance on education is alarming. He's trying to privatize everything. For example, he would like to convert Texas highways into tollways or at least private-sector operations.

runprn recommended this 1 year, 9 months ago

Very interesting dichotomy between online privacy practices vs. sentiments. This is actually one aspect of Hunch that I wrestle with. I love the recommendations aspect of Hunch, but am semi-paranoid about what kind of dossier I am assembling for Big Bro Google and/or the random spook.

runprn recommended this 1 year, 9 months ago

I have been a long-time Pandora One subscriber. One of my irks has been that it seems to ignore my 'put it on the shelf' selections, and that it seems to have a top-40 like algorithm. However, I absolutely love the new beta interface! The shuffle feature works much better than the custom mix feature, and its music predictions are much more attuned to my tastes. Good job, Pandora!

glowascii recommended this 1 year, 10 months ago

A decent way to waste a little time.

runprn recommended this 1 year, 9 months ago

Jon Stewart's intellect far outweighs his comedic genius. He so articulately explains his viewpoint, and why he believes that the conservative activism of Fox News and its viewers differs from the so-called liberal bias in the mainstream media.

runprn recommended this 1 year, 9 months ago

Broken Government examines Republicans' purported efforts to circumnavigate process to redefine government. Most alarming to me is the concept of the 'Unitary Executive', which seeks to upset the balance of powers by giving the president greater unilateral powers. Regardless of political affiliation, this book will help you understand why process, not policy, is what really matters in government.

runprn recommended this 1 year, 9 months ago

Given escalating political divisions, such as the recent US debt-ceiling crisis, this book identifies various ways politicians, pundits, and power hounds are using (or misusing) power politics to achieve their ends. Not only helpful to be able to identify these techniques for counter-strategy purposes, but also to help cultivate your own personal power base.

runprn recommended this 1 year, 9 months ago

Burroughs' side-splitting anecdotes are not to be missed. Especially good in audio format with the author's own narration. Beware of short, matronly housekeepers!

runprn recommended this 1 year, 9 months ago

Chronicles Burrough's ultra-bizarre upbringing without weighing the reader down with self pity. I'm amazed the guy made it through adolescence, let alone that he became a very successful ad exec and author.

runprn recommended this 1 year, 9 months ago

Extremely engaging. I have this book on CD, and I can listen to it over and over, and still learn something new. Excellent for road trips or long commutes.