DVD Report: This week's new releases (Aug. 31) Aug 31, 2008
Morgen stitches together historical footage without resorting to narration or talking heads ... It does so through period footage (much of it riveting), newly shot material, and talking heads ... Unfortunately, these stories get buried among too many talking heads (Nicholas is one) and a larger, diffuse account of the devastation the war wrought. (Boston Globe)
Lost treasures Aug 29, 2008
Brian Trenchard-Smith wrote and directed numerous wild action films, including The Man From Hong Kong and the notorious Turkey Shoot (described by Britain's TimeOut magazine as "Turkey shite, more like"), and is one of many eloquent talking heads interviewed in Not Quite Hollywood. He sums up Hartley's film perfectly. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Why your newspaper, and local Web site, are struggling Aug 28, 2008
wtf wrote on Aug 27, 2008 2:15 PM:" 1 voice what you write "sounds good" and is how is **used to be** many moons ago; however, the way the "news" has been reported in recent years by the MSM leaves a LOT to be desired. There is too much spin, opinion, "talking heads", "experts" and focus on fluff i.e., Brittainy, Madonna, etc., in other words, garbage, and no real hard news - presented in an objective manner - for people to read and make their own decisions. ". wtf wrote on Aug 27, 2008 2:10... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Biden -- and Kerry and Clinton -- go on the attack Aug 28, 2008
This campaign will not be decided by whether the columns that will surround Obama Thursday night are Ionic or Doric; the overhyped theatrics surrounding the roll-call vote for president will not matter in November; nor will the verdict of the electorate depend on the vaporous punditry of TV talking heads. It will all come down to the choice that voters with loose party allegiances make between Obama and McCain. (Salon)
Insight, wisdom in Katrinas Children Aug 27, 2008
There is no narration, no talking heads, virtually no adults whatsoever. Instead, there are the children, drawing pictures of the day their city drowned, telling how it feels to leave or lose everything you ve ever known, walking you through the debris and the detritus, weeping, and wondering why it happened. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Newsweek: TV pundits should get out of the way Aug 27, 2008
Instead, talking heads were talking to other talking heads about Hillary's dead-enders, or some other overblown story, at self-parodying length ... Comment: Exactly, they are talking over the very people that we tuned in to hear ( and it wasn't the talking heads). (MSNBC -- Politics)
Grow up, Hillary supporters Aug 27, 2008
listen up - currently white america is sitting back smiling and offering no resitance or arugument to black america as black america is already celebrating obama s election (with the exception of the talking heads on tv and radio) ... The talking heads will break her speech down and infer as much negativity they can dream up into it to SCARE WHITEY. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Democratic Convention Ratings Fall From 2004 Aug 27, 2008
I watched CSPAN because I didn't feel the need to listen to pontificating talking heads. There was nothing these self involved blowhards could add that wasn't something they have already said, probably ad nauseum. (TVweek.com)
On Your Mind Aug 27, 2008
I guess like many such talking heads he does not know that Russia was the Soviet Union. Keep the Diana West column and dump the (Maria Elena) Salinas column. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
That's a negative Aug 27, 2008
Of course, if the early days of the convention had presented a more negative tone, the talking heads would be complaining that the Democrats can only say what they are against, not what they are for. Had the commentators not been so busy filling airspace and paid closer attention to what was happening on the podium, they might have had a different take. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Clinton Advisers Skipping Obama Speech... Aug 26, 2008
Here are are at the DNC convention, Wolf Blitzer is on CNN with other talking heads annointing themselves, and they are interviewing Hillary supporters ON THE FLOOR saying they are there for Hillary and that Hillary SAYS she supports Obama, but doesn't really--and he will follow suit by voting for someone else in the Fall. So we have put these rivals together are are quite frankly, at eachother's throats but have to play nice. (The Drudge Report)
FROM THE DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL CONVENTION: Dispatches Aug 26, 2008
There were about 20 law enforcement officers, full riot gear, or maybe "crowd containment apparel, for every three protesters. The theme is what I believe it would be all along. Party Unity. Both Clintons and Obama must put their egos aside for the nation's welfare. Wyman was serious about that, as were Donovan and Torres and Walker and every Democrat I spoke with. Biden will work as vice president. The choice good. 10:12 p.m. A morning poll here stated that 30 percent of female Clinton... (New Britain Herald, CT)
Hollywood's Top-Paid Talking Heads Aug 26, 2008
Whoever said talk is cheap hasn't met Oprah Winfrey. And these three aren't the only ones being paid big bucks to gab. (Forbes -- Business)
Rendell: Obama coverage was embarrassing... Aug 25, 2008
Not only the MSNBC talking heads were biased against Senator Clinton. Obama was condescending and petulant. (The Drudge Report)
'Black List' different kind of civil rights docu Aug 25, 2008
In effect, it s 90 minutes of talking heads, Mitchell said last Thursday before a screening of the film at the Woodruff Arts Center. But it works. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Biden Does Nothing for Obama Aug 25, 2008
The fawning by the MSNBC talking heads was unbelievable. How about some objectivity. (Newsmax)
MCCAIN CAMPAIGN SLAMS VP PICK... Aug 24, 2008
Today's Top Political Stories. Politics Newsletter (M-F). (The Drudge Report)
The top 10 films about campaigns Aug 23, 2008
On the other hand, you could end up as dual talking heads. E-mail Ruthe Stein at. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
It all goes back to the playground Aug 23, 2008
Our current talking heads seem to take their biased leads in almost state run like fashion. Ratings clearly show that they have lost all credibility with the American public. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
CONVENTIONS-TV Aug 23, 2008
Whether or not the cable newsies will use that time for actual coverage or just as an outlet to allow their talking heads to bloviate further remains to be seen. Regardless, viewers lap it up. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
people: Henry Winkler, David Byrne, Roger Moore Aug 21, 2008
Henry Winkler with a bronze statue of the "Happy Days" character he portrayed, Arthur Fonzarelli, also known as "The Fonz (Carrie Antlfinger/The Associated Press) PEOPLE Henry Winkler, David Byrne, Roger Moore The Associated Press, The New York Times Published: August 20, 2008 Text Size To commemorate the first anniversary of the death of Luciano Pavarotti, the New York Metropolitan Opera will hold a free performance of Verdi's Requiem Mass on Sept. 18. James Levine will conduct the Metropolitan... (International Herald Tribune)
Marieke Hardy Grumpy Old Women - a dreadful waste of grumpiness. Read more Aug 21, 2008
The sad fact of it all is that in the end it didn't really matter who the talking heads on our television were - the episode could quite as easily have been titled Grumpy Bespectacled Prepubescents, or Grumpy Obese Fans of the MC5's Earlier Work, and the result would have been relatively similar. Nobody much enjoys sauntering up and down supermarket aisles outside of Britlee Spears on an "up", and I'm yet to meet someone at a party who silences a room by announcing, "I don't know what the big... (The Age, Australia)
Manager Takes Over Financials Fund at Tough Time Aug 20, 2008
As many talking heads speculate on TV about whether financials have hit bottom, Arricale has quietly stuck by the tried and true research methods that have been the hallmarks of his employer for over 70 years. And that seems to have stemmed the bleeding just a bit. (SmartMoney)
Dissecting News Teams' Plans Aug 19, 2008
Anchors and analysts: No and no. Distinguishing characteristics: As always, no talking heads will compete with any speeches, votes or activity at the podium. I think its safe to say we will have the most complete coverage, said political editor Steve Scully. (TVweek.com)
Rielle's name isn't really pronounced 'Riley' Aug 19, 2008
Yet for the past couple of weeks I have been listening to the talking heads of TV and radio calling Edwards' erstwhile inamorata not "REE-el" Hunter but "Riley" Hunter ... But what I find appalling is the way this mistake was mindlessly repeated by talking heads too numerous to mention ... The talking heads simply did not recognize that a vowel is short when followed by two consonants. (NJ.com -- News)
TRENTONIAN EDITORIAL: Show stealers? Aug 19, 2008
Clinton but to the TV talking heads as they analyze the political augurs of her performance. Plus, there'll be an introductory video glorifying her, a video professionally made by the producers of "Designing Women," Hollywood pals of the Clintons. (The Trentonian, NJ)
Talking Heads: Ian Kiernan Aug 18, 2008
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. Farah Farouque, ReviewerAugust 18, 2008. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
The Cougar Lounge - The Lounge's Guide To The Olympics Aug 18, 2008
Since most of America is spending most of their time in front of the television set this past week and next week, it might be a good idea to familiarize yourself with the talking heads you will be seeing on the screen and to do this you must go to. Males of the species may prefer to search Univision's roster of female anchors. (Washington State Sports -- Rivals.com)
McClellan Saw Storm in White House Katrina Strategy Aug 17, 2008
I can understand, also, how people who live in an information age of 24 hours news programs and talking heads can think they are well informed about issues. However, if you read most of these posts these arent about issues, or facts, they are about feelings. (Yahoo News -- Tropical Storms and Hurricanes)
Downtown NYC figure's death a mystery Aug 17, 2008
He modeled for designer Stephen Sprouse, performed with a band called Icon Man, and appeared in a video made by David Byrne of the Talking Heads. By 1994, Chamberlain started working for Pseudo. (New York Post)
Are Dogs worthy of No. 1? Aug 17, 2008
I m a little surprised at ESPN s talking heads and how Sturdivant s injury seems to take us out of the mix for the who s number 1 discussion, despite the fact they ve branded us the team with the most depth in Division 1. But, that seems to play into keeping us an underdog and, hopefully, out of the Kiss of Death curse of being a #1 team. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
David Byrne and Brian Eno: Happening today but from a distance Aug 17, 2008
David Byrne and Brian Eno were the songwriter and producer on the most radical albums by Talking Heads, and they collaborated on a 1981 album, "My Life in the Bush of Ghosts." Now, 27 years later, they have reunited to make their second duo album, "Everything That Happens Will Happen Today." It is being released digitally on Monday via everythingthathappens ... But now that the album is made, he has decided to tour this fall with material spanning his collaborations with Eno, from Talking Heads... (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
It’s the lying that gets them Aug 16, 2008
enigma wrote on Aug 13, 2008 4:10 PM:" And now we see the true commies on the left come out of the gutter:"When I see the Democrat talking heads on TV discussing how this family needs compassion and kindness and privacy, I think about what these same people did to Foley and Craig, and the glee on their faces while they took them down. Over NON-SEX. I am not claiming that they didn't want sex, I am saying they did not HAVE sex. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Washington Post Aug 14, 2008
No talking heads, no commercials, no intrusive agenda-slanted interviews, just lots of sports. It is about the athletes, the "Human drama of athletic competition" as it were. (Harper's Magazine)
Imperfection at the Olympics Aug 14, 2008
It is obvious that you take the opinion of biased media talking heads you wish America never existed. Of course, their dissent would get them executed in the other countries that they love so much. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
NBC responds to Olympic fakery accusations... Aug 12, 2008
NBC responds to Olympic fakery accusations--The Live Feed. NBC responds to Olympic fakery accusations. (The Drudge Report)
(?) For Second Night, ABC and NBC Refuse to Utter Spitzer's Party ID Aug 12, 2008
With four hours of air time to fill, NBC's Today show devoted a whopping 11 segments on Tuesday to the Eliot Spitzer scandal but not once did any of the show's anchors, reporters, guests, talking heads or even on-screen graphics mention the fact that Spitzer is a Democrat ... With four hours of air time to fill, NBC's Today show devoted a whopping 11 segments on Tuesday to the Eliot Spitzer scandal but not once did any of the show's anchors, reporters, guests, talking heads or even on-screen... (MediaResearch.org)
Black Politics? You mean liberal politics Aug 11, 2008
This in the wake of a full week of TV talking heads asking if presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama played the "race card" in his response to John McCain's Obama "celebrity" ads. And an opinion piece in the Wall Street Journal by black journalist Juan Williams saying "The Race Issue Isn't Going Away.". (Townhall.com)
Why are conservatives so angry? Aug 11, 2008
thinkaboutit wrote on Aug 10, 2008 4:36 PM:" Some of these repubs do seem angry. Unfortunately he seems oblivious to the fact that their are JUST as many angry talking heads on the dems side. It gets ratings and they're getting rich off of it. What if Sharpton and Jackson quit being angry? They would be out of the press and therefore without thier primary income and fame.What is surprising to me is how many people jump on board and point fingers. I think 80% of America have similiar views that... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Van Wieren's toughest call Aug 11, 2008
They memorize and regurgitate it (the Kang), same way the talking heads do on TV. None of them have stories because they are so detached from the athlete, which is a product of the times too. So long indeed. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Olympics opening ceremony sets ratings record for NBC... Aug 10, 2008
The talking heads spent all of their time observing and commenting on politics and not the games ... It is really too bad that the endless blithering of self-important talking heads was superimposed over what surely must have been a startling and beautiful opening ceremony. (The Drudge Report)
Hold all officials accountable Aug 10, 2008
The talking heads on TV are more interested in really unimportant things than in sensible policies. When do the talking heads ask about real issues. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
'Man on Wire,' 5 stars Aug 8, 2008
Man on Wire is a heist film, but with a difference: It is a documentary and told primarily in talking heads. If that makes it sound any less exciting than Rififi or Mission: Impossible, you're wrong. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Movie review: 'Swing Vote' won't win any elections soon Aug 7, 2008
(The media coverage gives "Swing Vote" an opportunity to cameo all the same-old talking heads, including Mary Hart, Larry King, Chris Matthews, Arianna Huffington and James Carville. . (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Can you handle the truth? Aug 7, 2008
The perceptions about the Hawks as a franchise have most certainly become a reality in cybersapce and to the talking heads that comment on such things. Writers, on air personalities and other so-called pundits from national publications haven t wavered in their skewering of the Hawks from Billy Knight s regime to Rick Sund s new administration. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Volunteers Wife For Topless Contest? Aug 6, 2008
Political Radar: McCain Gaffes, Volunteering Wife For Topless Contest. McCain Gaffes, Volunteering Wife For Topless Contest. (The Drudge Report)
Patti Smith: The comeback years Aug 6, 2008
Even as she was being a feminist trailblazer, the younger Smith had a unique Manhattan-hipster ability to be at the center of the action, whether that meant Mapplethorpe's studio or Burroughs' booze sessions or Shepard's plays or CBGB's with the Ramones, Television and Talking Heads. (She closed that club forever with a three-and-a-half-hour performance in October 2006. (Salon)
Video News Podcasts on iTunes Aug 4, 2008
This podcast features news shorts edited together as a vignette no talking heads or commentary. Sky News: Sky News Headlines Update is an English news podcast. (Suite101.com)
'80s Are Still, Like, Totally Rad! Aug 3, 2008
The DVDs, out Tuesday, occupy a wide spectrum of genres, including classic teen films ("Ferris Bueller's Day Off," "Footloose"), comedies ("Airplane!," "Planes, Trains and Automobiles," "Major League") and dramas ("Reds, "Witness," "Terms of Endearment"). Unfortunately, each DVD in this series comes with the exact same four-song CD. So if you buy more than one, find a friend who likes Echo & the Bunnymen, Erasure, INXS and a-ha as much as you do. Failing that, each CD makes a handy drink... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
'Misinformation' from McCain Aug 2, 2008
Jose wrote on Aug 1, 2008 12:12 PM:" Can anybody explain why more oil on the global market will NOT decrease oil prices?So what if oil is traded on the Global Market!I really don't understand you hypocrites who think reducing gas usage on our vehicles will lower gas prices, but putting more oil on the market will not.You people really need to look at this logically, not just listen to the talking heads on TV that tell you it won't make a difference, then come here and regurgitate it.Obama says... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Man on Wire Q&A Jul 31, 2008
Director James Marsh's engrossing documentary mixes archive footage with talking heads and re-enactments. What's surprising is that the story behind the walk is just as amazing as the walk itself and it's no surprise that Man on Wire has been picking up awards whenever and wherever it has played - indeed expect a nomination come Oscar-time. (IGN FilmForce)
Obama uber alles: RNC releases a mock Berlin Obama advertisement Jul 30, 2008
It's funny, and ironic, and the talking heads have totally missed this. . (guardian.co.uk)
J.R. LABBE: An editor's 'try again' doesn't mean 'no' Jul 29, 2008
Conservative talking heads and e-mail chatter were ablaze Tuesday after the Drudge Report posted a piece Monday that claimed The New York Times rejected a guest column from Sen. John McCain because it did not "mirror" one published a week earlier by Sen. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
You simply must adore Obama Jul 29, 2008
Cable talking heads accuse broadcast networks of liberal bias but a think tank finds that ABC, NBC and CBS were tougher on Barack Obama than on John McCain in recent weeks. Top McCain Fundraiser Lobbying Bush Admin To Help Quash Toxic-Dumping Case For Chevron. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Hey. Ho. Let's Go . . . Online Jul 28, 2008
Patti Smith and the Ramones, Blondie and Talking Heads had all clambered out of the Lower East Side to change the world and, to an extent, popular music. Television didn't play much either, but mostly because they were busy breaking up. (Boston Globe)
In study, evidence of liberal-bias bias Jul 27, 2008
Cable talking heads accuse broadcast networks of liberal bias -- but a think tank finds that ABC, NBC and CBS were tougher on Barack Obama than on John McCain in recent weeks. By JAMES RAINEY, ON THE MEDIA July 27, 2008 Haters of the mainstream media reheated a bit of conventional wisdom last week. (Los Angeles Times)
Petit Tall Tale A Twin Wower Jul 25, 2008
Marsh assembles a colorful group of talking heads, including the still self-dramatizing Petit himself. There's also Petit's then girlfriend Annie Allix, who feared Petit would be killed by the dangerous stunt; and Jean-Louis Blondeau, a photographer and close associate who shot an arrow between the roofs of the two towers so a wire could be strung between them. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Is it a big deal? Jul 24, 2008
TRUST You all, or a faint few of you, will remember that when I started posting here it was because the entire city and all its talking heads were blaming on my boy Belkin. I told you then that Gearon was untrustworthy in the extreme, and that trust is the single ingredient that a team in any sport cannot do without. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Just one reporter waiting for McCain as his plane landed in Manchester, NH, last night... Jul 23, 2008
And they only ditched the Clintons when the appearance of the new Messiah permitted reporters and talking heads the luxruy of a half-awakened conscience. - james, milwaukee, WI. (The Drudge Report)
Couric: Sexism more common than racism... Jul 23, 2008
Michael Calderone's Blog: Couric: Sexism more common than racism - Politico. I would have regretted it otherwise. (The Drudge Report)
Time to tweak the All-Star Game Jul 22, 2008
The following morning, many of TV sports talking heads, while conceding that it was a great ballgame, were talking out of both sides of their mouths about how the game played out. They ranted and raved how the game s length put the health of the players, primarily the pitchers, at risk. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Fedora having a ball at Southern Miss Jul 22, 2008
FAVORITE MUSIC: I like alternative stuff, like the Talking Heads and B-52s. I also like the Outfield. (Southern Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
Onalaska soldier dies in Afghanistan Jul 22, 2008
" If you don't vote, and/or fail to follow-up with watching what your representatives do in session, is really an excersize in futility...If we keep that up, then the talking heads on TV will be running stuff before you know it. Heaven help us if that happens. ". Marines wife wrote on Jul 22, 2008 1:48 AM:" NWO,You are correct in saying you are entitled to your opinion and you are able to comment as you see fit. Well the same goes for everyone else on this site-we may comment as we see fit.... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
White House Slip; Sends Embarrassing Email.. Jul 20, 2008
Power, pop, and probings from ABC News Senior National Correspondent Jake Tapper. is ABC News' Senior National Correspondent based in the network's Washington bureau. (The Drudge Report)
'A Jihad for Love': Leap of faith Jul 19, 2008
While there is much to admire among the subjects of A Jihad for Love, the film itself is a low-grade production that risks losing the viewer with an unimaginative sequence of talking heads ... While the reviewer seems to have the basic facts and characters right, her protestations about "an unimaginative sequence of talking heads" with "low-grade production" that "wanders aimlessly" is baffling. (Toronto Star)
