What did you miss in the news?
Inspired by the weekly spot on 1787 Network Radio Show with Alex Snitker and Adrian Wyllie, Desk of Brian reviews the week in news along with the podcast of that week’s broadcast.
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While the President’s speech lined up opposite the start of the NFL season, the media was quick to ignore that those “good guys” in Egypt who tossed dictator Mubarak out on his ear are now turning their angry mobs against Israel. Here they are tearing down the security walls surrounding the Israeli embassy.
Meanwhile, in more bizarre categories is NASA’s push for a ‘no-fly’ zone over the moon to preserve the historic footprints and tracks on the moon from the 1969 moon landing.
Funny pic? Yes, but NOT Mr. Hardy, the man who shoplifted two live lobsters in his pants
In more disturbing news, dressing a 3-year old in “Pretty Woman” hooker bootsmade it on TLC and a strange story from Cambodia leaped to the top of DOB stories: Dead Man: Dog, Monkey, Crossbow – Bizarre Crime Scene
The story discussed on the 1787Network involved a man who stole two live lobsters in his pants. (A reminder that the photo was an add-on and while amusing, is NOT from the case)
Media Mikes recommended both of the new movies this week: “The Warrior” and “Contagion” – check out their website for some great reviews, interviews and news.
Dr. Walt Williams article “Blacks and Politics” - here and Judy Aron’s “Consent of the Governed” analysis of California’s efforts to regulate babysitters. 1787 Network host Adrian Wyllie challenges Real ID and fighting for the Fourth Amendment rights.
To catch up on a couple of topics mentioned on the 1787 spot, check more on Calvin Gibbs here and Wikileaks here.
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A dog, a monkey and a crossbow…sounds like a joke, but it ended with a dead body – Click here to read the story.
In more Weird News, man arrested for having sex with an inflatable pool toy. Read how it was HIS NEIGHBOR’S RAFT!!!
“G.I. Joe 2″, officially titled “G.I. Joe: Retaliation” is ramping up production, so check out these photos of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Adrianne Palicki and DJ Catrona on set.
The transcript of President Obama’s speech was also mentioned and a lot of folks wanted to check out the speech for themselves.
On a positive human interest story, Emmanuel Kelly wowed the X-Factor fans with his story AND his talent.
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American Reunion film review
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