‘Discourse by Brian’ Archives
Labor Day and what it means today
We have before us another Federal holiday, one that does not call on our memories of lost war heroes or religious beliefs but instead it calls on something else, something that set the United States of America apart from the rest of the world, the American worker. The first Monday of September is reserved to celebrate Labor Day. It has been [...]
Mike Tyson talks drugs, veganism and life in recent interview
The former heavyweight is now a lightweight. In a recent interview on Gridlock (ESPN Radio), Iron Mike tells us that he has gone "vegan' and how he has lost 130 pounds in the past year. It has been a tough year for Mike, especially with losing his 4 year old daughter in an accident at home. The ex-heavyweight expresses how his transformation [...]
World’s oldest conjoined twins get a new home, charity at its best (with Video)
Not every story we post on DOB is the most heart-felt, especially since most of the "popular" news usually involves celebrity scandals, war and usually death in some horrific manner. Today, I would like to deliver a story that really touched my heart and had a lot of meaning to me. It is the story of conjoined twins Ronnie and Donnie [...]
Ted Nugent keeps it real: His views on gun rights
Ted Nugent is mad, real mad. He is so mad, he is willing to say the things that most people may regret saying, once it is realized how much impact those words had. But not Ted, he isn't wired that way, Ted is a rebel, and he isn't afraid to tell you how he feels. Ted wrote an Op-Ed piece for the Washington Times that was put out on July 1st, [...]
Steve Carrell leaving “The Office”, say it ain’t so
It was announced at the premiere of the movie "Despicable Me', the dreaded news to all fans of "The Office" that Michael Scott is leaving Dunder Mifflin. To be more specific, the character of Michael Scott, played by Steve Carrell, is leaving the show. A bit premature, I might add, considering the show's huge success with 6 strong [...]
Al Gore, please go away
I guess Al Gore has not had his fill of media attention this month, or even this week. He was accused of forcing himself on a female masseuse in Oregon several years ago as he was getting a massage. Also, throw in his breakup with Tipper after 40 years of matrimony and mix in some cheating with Larry David's woman and you have got some real news [...]
20 Great Father’s Day Quotes
My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person, he believed in me. - Jim Valvano, NC State Basketball Coach Fathers, like mothers, are not born. Men grow into fathers and fathering is a very important stage in their development. - David Gottesman, billionaire, father of 3 Fatherhood is [...]
Obama’s message to West Point, I am War.
In his speech to West Point cadets, President Obama explained the many reasons why we must continue fighting the rebels in Afghanistan. He emphasized the hard work and "hope" that our war has brought to the Afghan people, that we are fighting the same people that the Afghans are fighting. However, I am not sure I am hearing the same person that [...]
Understanding Food Labels- Part 2 Food Label claims
In my previous article (Understanding Food Labels- Part 1 Nutriton Facts) I had focused on the label provided for nutritional value, calorie counting and food allergies. In Part 2 I am going to look to the front of the food package and decipher some of the more confusing labels that are designed to target a certain demographic. Sugar Claims No [...]
Understanding Food Labels- Part 1 Nutriton Facts
My family has been watching Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution recently and he has undoubtedly made an impact on the obesity isue in Huntington, West Virginia. While the citizens of Huntington may argue that they are "not" the unhealthiest city in the United States, it is safe to say, they represent the "pear shaped" figure that unfortunately has [...]
