The Great Schlep

Since Sarah Silverman already reminded us of the Jewish vote's importance in Florida (let's pray for not one single hanging chad this November), LA Times' Joel Stein schleped to the Southeast to do his mitzvah: talk to the grandparents about voting for Obama. Though my grandfather lives in Florida for half the year, he's not an American citizen (only Canadian), so any persuasive speech I could give would not have any weight this time around (did it ever?). To all you Jewish grand kids with American grandparents: schlep on down to the FL or at least pick up the phone and make your case for Obama!

Isn't She Lucky, This Hollywood Girl?

No one ever claimed Britney Spears was a gifted singer, but this video (brought to you by my friend's bro, Jordan) leaves no room to ever claim so.

While Brit was taping an HBO concert special, her mic was left on... though she's dancing hard, we get a taste of unaffected Britney vocals. It's rough times. My fave is Britney whisper-yelling, "and now you're out of sight" during a slower version of Baby... One More Time.

Country First?

Dear John McCain, If you really did put your country first, you would not have chosen a running mate that gives answers like this (taken from the Couric/Palin interview): COURIC: Why isn't it better, Governor Palin, to spend $700 billion helping middle-class families who are struggling with health care, housing, gas and groceries; allow them to spend more and put more money into the economy instead of helping these big financial institutions that played a role in creating this mess? PALIN: That's why I say I, like every American I'm speaking with, were ill about this position that we have been put in where it is the taxpayers looking to bail out. But ultimately, what the bailout does is help those who are concerned about the health-care reform that is needed to help shore up our economy, helping the—it's got to be all about job creation, too, shoring up our economy and putting it back on the right track. So health-care reform and reducing taxes and reining in spending has got to accompany tax reductions and tax relief for Americans. And trade, we've got to see trade as opportunity, not as a competitive, scary thing. But one in five jobs being created in the trade sector today, we've got to look at that as more opportunity. All those things under the umbrella of job creation. This bailout is a part of that. *Many thanks to Marisa who pointed me to this concise, spot-on Palin assessment.

I Can See Alaska From My House!

This could be your next Vice President. Obama '08!

Oh Mother

Christina Aguilera's baby has 2 of the most amazing qualities any baby could ask for: he's an Aguilera and he looks like a long lost Culkin brother.

Thanks, But No Thanks

Since Sarah Palin is digging her own political grave, I will withhold my rant of disgust. Instead, this linkage can do all the talking. The Couric/Palin interview on CBS dared to probe Palin's foreign policy experience, and confirmed voters' fears: apparently being geogrpahically close to other countries is a real resume boost! And now, because of these horribly embarrassing remarks Palin believes pass as a respectable credential, even conservatives are seeing the light. Yes We Can!

Yasher Koach

I think it's fair that not everyone is familiar with the Jewish holidays, as I am sure there are many Catholic or Christian celebrations that go unnoticed in my little universe. But when you work in Hollywood, the High Holidays aren't exactly a secret... or so I thought. One Dreamworks assistant is clearly out of the loop and it made my morning quite a bit funnier.

Breaking News!

I usually hate on Sarah Silverman, but this video just changed my mind! For once, she's not trying to hard or over using inapprope language: it's a perfectly timed bite of political comedy. Keep it up, Sarah!

*Thank you to Drew for showing me the light.

Funny Because It's True

I've never really cared about Charlize Theron, but this quote almost makes me a fan. Charlize, like me, thinks The Hills is a crock,

"I realized that this f*cking show is huge. Now I'm going to ask you a question: Why? Why is it so big? It's about nothing! This is a free country. Freedom of speech! You can tell me right now to my face that Reindeer Games was a piece of sh*t. That's totally fine. But The Hills is about nothing. I think the girls are beautiful and when they cry their mascara runs and that's real, but I don't get it!"

I Love It When You Call Me Big Papa

Unlike Tupac, the Notorious B.I.G. is dead. But his story and music live on in the upcoming film Notorious, premiering January 16, 2009. I will be first in line to see this cinematic masterpiece. Movie ticket: $10 Popcorn: $4 Actors paid to have B.I.G's lazy eye, dance like Diddy, and dress like Lil' Kim: priceless.

Come Out, Come Out, Wherever You Are

Campbell Brown is pissed off, and you should be too! Today she wrote an angry plea to the McCain campaign team imploring them to 'free' Sarah Palin. Brown accused the repub's team with sexist treatment of their VP pick, saying Palin is being treated like "a delicate flower who will wilt at any moment" since the press has had virtually no access to her for interviews or press conferences. My political views are not in line with Palin, but if she is indeed the formidable opponent we've been told, then why be so guarded? If the McCain team is worried she will misspeak, well, that's the consequence of their purely political VP choice. With only 41 days left until the election, voters need as much information as possible on each candidate. Whether keeping Palin from the press is sexist or not, it is hurting any voter who is still grappling the issues and their presidential choice.

Live From New York

People who hate on Saturday Night Live just don't get it. I'm not going to bother with an explanation because if you need one, then you clearly don't get it either. Instead, here a few skits that tickled my fancy when they originally aired and gave me a chuckle today as well:

Blizzard Man

The Tangent

Girls Trying On Clothes

I could click my way through all of Hulu for the next billion years to bring you comedy from the SNL of my childhood and its current cycle, but I encourage you to tune in each week or surf for highlights all by your lonesome. Plus, with this fall's SNL Thursday Night Live, a politically themed 30-minute installment, you will have one more opportunity to shed your contempt.

Train Wreck

This just may be my most life-changing post yet, so pay attention! If you saw Lars and the Real Girl, or even head of it, then you need to read the following pressing information. Lars was based on the documentary Guys and Dolls, which followed three men and their relationships with their Real Dolls. For those who don't know, Real Dolls are the ultimate blow-up doll: tailor made with physical specifications of your choice, Real Dolls can fulfill your every fantasy, including basic companionship, as seen in the docu. It's fascinating and disturbing at the same time, but once you've watched, make sure you Google the Real Doll website and check out the FAQ section. The inquiries' absurdity brings the LOL's and the names and looks of each doll, including male forms, are priceless (actually, the dolls thousands of dollars). Can't get enough of the creepiness? The doll craze expands with Re-borns: baby dolls made to look as unique and fresh-out-of-the-oven as real babies. Similar to Guys and Dolls, My Fake Baby: Living Doll introduces us to re-born 'parents' and a re-born doll artist. Though most owners are adults who are unable to conceive, suffered the loss of a child, or simply want a baby without the responsibility, my friend who intro'd me to the re-born world has also seen young girls with these dolls, being used as a high-end toy.

Love Lockdown

I love music but many could argue my taste is questionable, depending on how judgmental you are feeling. But, since my mans and I have very different musical loves, I've decided to open my ears, for the sake of tolerating long car rides (sike, it's not really that bad).

Last night I went to the Raconteurs show here in the city if angels and found new love for Jack White. He displayed solid footwork while playing his many guitars and his raspy voice was a treat! I didn't really care for the opening act or its lead singer's choice to smoke during a song (meaning she purposely brought her cigs on stage with her, that tries-too-harder), but I enjoyed the venue- the Greek Theatre- and while the show wasn't exceptionally long, its length allowed the band to leave on a high note (no pun intended).

Another current fave: Kings of Leon on SNL. This sex is on fire: those beardy hipsters found a way into my cold heart!

Some other faves that I love without having to push my musical boundaries: Kanye West's new single (R.I.P. Donda) for its diversion from current hip hop themes, Danity Kane (but not pretty, pretty Aubrey), Solange Knowles (Beyonce should be pissed her sister's second effort is far superior to any of her own albums) and last but not least, Herbie Hancock featuring Christina Aguilera on "A Song for You:" Christina is on fire during her 20's, 30's, 40's throwback incarnation (with a modern twist, of course).

Still Worried.

I wasn't kidding. This is the most worried baby. Ever.