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Livin' the California Dream, Boobs and All

October 3rd, 2008
By Julie Block
Arts Editor Julie Block is excited about the return of Californication — despite its overdone plotline involving a self-hating but noble writer who has lots of sex while pining after the woman who got away. Intrigued? Read More

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Teens Gone Wild? More Like MSNBC Producers Gone Clueless

July 16th, 2008
By Julie Block
… It’s rare that I find something as disturbing enough to change my tone, especially when I’m at the freakin’ gym, running in place like a gerbil. But when I do, the serious comes out. Read More

Bored Over the Break?

January 1st, 2008
By Julie Block
So there I was, at home in my PJs at 4 in the afternoon on Wednesday, finishing up this season of Weeds while the rest of you lovely people were stuck at Cornell, in the library studying for finals and dealing with the snow. (You think I’m gloating? It’s because I am. Suckers.) But here’s the truth — the first few days — even week — of break, are great: no time frames, no commitments, just enjoying not getting kicked out of bars in Chicago, watching TV, and sitting on my behind at home. But soon, life gets pretty damn boring. Read More

YouTube Killed the VMA Star

September 10th, 2007
By Julie Block
9:05 pm: I walk in late to hear my housemates groaning over how awful Britney was; they can barely disguise their glee. On stage, Sarah Silverman is lauding how amazing and wonderful Britney Spears is. Uh oh, Brit must have been worse than I thought. But no, she’s just setting up for a bitch-volley. “Isn’t it amazing? She’s only 25 and she’s already accomplished everything she’s going to accomplish in life!” Hey, be nice. But Sarah shouldn’t worry; it looks like she’s tanked too. Housemate 1: What is she saying? Why is she being so awkward? Housemate 2: Wait no, I love this. I love awkward. Read More