It’s been just about a month since we wrote about the return of Twinkies (They’re B-a-a-c-c-k: Twinkies Make Early Appearance at Wal-Mart). According to AdWeek, $3 million was spent on the campaign to reintroduce Twinkies to the market and the company can barely keep up with demand. They shipped 85… more »
Classics to Take a Lap in Monterey…
August 7, 2013 by 1 Comment
Sunday’s New York Times had a write-up about the 63rd Pebble Beach Concours d’Élégance (think awesome classic cars). First conducted in 1950, the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance is often described as being the world’s premier celebration of the automobile where only “the most beautiful and rare” automobiles are invited to… more »
Under the Boardwalk: Buffett’s Rendition Heartwarming for Jersey Shore…
August 5, 2013 by Leave a Comment
David Carr of The New York Times, wrote a piece about the Jersey Shore post-Hurricane Sandy. He noted, “…While every public boardwalk on the Jersey Shore has opened, some businesses in commercial districts are shuttered, and nearby housing will take many more months and perhaps years to be rebuilt. In… more »
It’s Good to be a Duck…
August 4, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Want to see what Chip Kelly left behind in Oregon? The University of Oregon just unveiled its $68 million Football Performance Center. Greg Bishop of The New York Times said, “It is as much country club as football facility, potentially mistaken for a day spa, or an art gallery, or… more »
Inspiration for The Chronicles: One of Many…
August 4, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Jedemi Chronicles’ “The Tale of the Enchanted Jukebox” was inspired by a number of things. Here’s one: Michigan J. Frog. Animation pioneer Chuck Jones created Mr. Frog. In a career spanning over 60 years, Jones made more than 300 animated films, winning three Oscars as director and in 1996 an… more »
