Media
Obama To Appoint Tina Fey To Supreme Court
Have you ever actually read a Supreme Court ruling? Those stuffy old people are really boring. Most of us don’t get what they are talking about – so we are left to our politicians to interpret for us. That will no longer be the case when Obama appoints Tina Fey to the Supreme Court. Even […]
12Apr2010 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Obama To Appoint Tina Fey To Supreme Court | Continued
The 2010 U. S. Health Care National Nightmare
Watch this video, please. Please comment: Which side of the argument does this video support? GOP? Democrats? Tea Baggers? The American people? Please watch and comment – warning – there is graphic language. Health Care: Our National Nightmare Atom.com: Funny Videos | Spoofs | President Obama
7Apr2010 | Ohg Rea Tone | 2 comments | Continued
U. S. Government Has Higher Ethical Standards Than Catholic Church
One time in the history of our country a President had to resign. He was caught covering up for some dim-witted burglars working on his election team. Just imagine that the President had been covering for hundreds of staffers who were molesting young boys. The United States Government has higher ethical standards than the Catholic […]
29Mar2010 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on U. S. Government Has Higher Ethical Standards Than Catholic Church | Continued
The Mis-Use of MAP Testing
My Taxi service is employed every morning – I give two of my grandchildren a ride to school. This morning my third grade granddaughter told me she was wearing her lucky shoes because they were to take the MAP test today. She said, “I am scared to take this test.” I asked her why she […]
29Mar2010 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on The Mis-Use of MAP Testing | Continued
Joaquin Phoenix, Exotic Animals, And Conservation
Joaquin Pheonix, that masterful actor, has taken up the cause of PETA and their crusade to end the brutal killing of exotic animals for their skins. The skins are used to make shoes, purses, ties, belts, and other ornaments for the pleasure of humanity. Caution readers – this video is graphic. In this advertisement for […]
26Mar2010 | Ohg Rea Tone | 1 comment | Continued
Why Fear Matters
Al Quaeda, the terrorist organization founded and run by Osama Bin Laden, has set the standard of values for many of the radical right wing in America. Do unto others as they have done unto you seems the common refrain – a refrain based in fear. This is a remarkable mentality given two precepts […]
25Mar2010 | Ohg Rea Tone | 7 comments | Continued
The Redemption of Tiger Woods
The redemption of Tiger Woods did not happen with blubbering confessions of sin, orchestrated by treatment programs based solely on anecdote. The redemption of Tiger Woods can only happen with consistent trustworthy behavior over time.
22Mar2010 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on The Redemption of Tiger Woods | Continued
Kansas Loses to North Iowa
In the upset of the decade number one ranked Kansas lost to Northern Iowa in the second round of the NCAA Basketball Tournament. What happened? Northern Iowa won – that is what happened. They hit the shots when it counted. Their three point shooting was spectacular and knocked Kansas out of any rhythm. The stunning […]
20Mar2010 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Kansas Loses to North Iowa | Continued
The Problem Really is the Heterosexuals in the Military
There is a culture which surrounds all Military bases – both from the nature of a military and from the parasites that promote wanton behavior. The Department of Defense has let our soldiers down. Preparing a soldier for combat is not the only responsibility of the DOD – preparing the soldier for all aspects of life seems appropriate.
14Mar2010 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on The Problem Really is the Heterosexuals in the Military | Continued
Funny Obama WEB Pictures
Let me be perfectly clear – I am a big fan of President Obama. So there. Last week some Republican used some pictures he found on the WWW in a PowerPoint presentation to some Republican cash donors. The goofy liberal media jumped up and down with protest. The idea of the pictures was to instill […]
9Mar2010 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Funny Obama WEB Pictures | Continued
Colbert With Shaun White
Not only is Shaun White almost the best snowboarder in history – he is one of a few people who can match wits with Steven Colbert. Even President Obama, a witty fellow himself, will not even attempt an interview with Colbert. Check out Shaun White – he steals the show from Colbert. The Colbert Report […]
23Feb2010 | Ohg Rea Tone | 1 comment | Continued
Gospel Kitsch – or Kitsch Gospel
My son (who writes this magazine with me) has both a greater appreciation of Art and of the Gospels. He can point out yard art in rural America that qualifies for kitsch. I’m talking about those pink flamingos and beer can sculptures found regularly in northwest Missouri. The same folks who have beer can art […]
22Feb2010 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Gospel Kitsch – or Kitsch Gospel | Continued
Huckabee with Michelle Obama
Governor Mike Huckabee is a real gentleman – too bad he is also a wacky fundamentalist Christian and works with the yellow journalists at FOX News. His interview with the First Lady was enduring. It seems Huckabee understands that Michell Obama is the First Lady – she is not the President. Huckabee correctly follows a […]
21Feb2010 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Huckabee with Michelle Obama | Continued
Letterman Defines Difference Between Himself and Leno
Dave Letterman is a classic comic. His timing is near perfect – but his willingness to take on controversial topics nears courageous – even at the expense of his own reputation. Dave tackles the topic of the difference between himself and Jay Leno. Listen for the joke on Dick Cheney:
20Feb2010 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Letterman Defines Difference Between Himself and Leno | Continued
Tiger Woods Statement (Video)
Tiger has spoken – now the analysis begins. What did he say? What did he mean? Is he in denial? Is Tiger covering something? Has Tiger been completely honest? We have our own thoughts on these matters – but we will wait for an opportunity to speak responsibly on the subject of Tiger Woods, Tiger’s […]
19Feb2010 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Tiger Woods Statement (Video) | Continued
Everything American Idol – 2010
Hyperlink to a vast array of information about American Idol. We offer this service merely as a convenience to web surfers. Enjoy.
16Feb2010 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Everything American Idol – 2010 | Continued
Steven Colbert, FOX, and Global Warming
It is February – in North America. It is snowing, and the temperature hovers around freezing. In two months it will be April, the average daily temperature will hover around 55-60 degrees. What can this possibly mean? Can this mean that North America’s climate is seasonal – or does this mean the global weather is […]
11Feb2010 | Ohg Rea Tone | 1 comment | Continued
Jay Leno Uses Humor as Defense
Jay Leno has taken some hits this past week. With his ‘prime time’ show canceled, pulled, and jerked off – Leno is looking to return to the late night carnival circuit. Pushed out of the game of dominoes is Conan O’Brian. Conan’s ratings (the true measurement of media) have fallen far behind Dave Letterman. None […]
16Jan2010 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Jay Leno Uses Humor as Defense | Continued
Media Matters Challenges FOX News
We have nothing to add to the Media Matters issue of the right wing fanatical presentation of current events – other than to agree completely.
15Dec2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Media Matters Challenges FOX News | Continued
Letterman on Tiger Woods
That Dave Letterman is either really funny or he has no sense of shame. He said he wished Tiger would quit calling him for advice. That may have been intended as a joke but perhaps Tiger could use a little advice right now. Jay Leno said of Letterman’s affair that Dave never presented himself as […]
8Dec2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | 2 comments | Continued
Comcast Buys Out the New Media Christian Paradigm
Scratch Christianity, insert capitalism. What is the driving ideology – and how do ideologies conflict. Here is the basic problem with identifying with a specific ideology: you have to accept the consequences of your ideology. I have several examples, and I want to take a look at Comcast and the media empires, but I think […]
8Dec2009 | bryan | Comments Off on Comcast Buys Out the New Media Christian Paradigm | Continued
Dancing With The Stars 2010 – Champion’s Dance-Off
We have enjoyed nine seasons of dancing with the stars. Some of the celebrities were better dancers than they were celebrities. Some should have remained anonymous. But each season identified the best dancer – and each of the season champions should come back for a Champion’s Dance-Off Season. A quick recap: Season One: Kelly Monaco […]
4Nov2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Dancing With The Stars 2010 – Champion’s Dance-Off | Continued
Commercials for Perverts
Am I just a pervert, or what? These commercials have unintentional sexual innuendos. Check them out and see if you are a pervert too! EMBED-Really Awkward Car Commercial Slogan – Watch more free videos
12Oct2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Commercials for Perverts | Continued
GOP McCarthyism in 2009
Here is a montage of video clips comparing the rhetoric of 2009 right wing proponents with Senator Joe McCarthy. This is a must see for those who continue to support the far right.
21Sep2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on GOP McCarthyism in 2009 | Continued
2010 Dancing with the Stars – Get rid of Tom Delay
The choice of Tom Delay as a contestant on the 2010 Dancing with the Stars ABC program was a mistake. A huge mistake. Tom Delay is a disgraced United States Republican Congressman who resigned because of a money laundering scandal. I admit that Dancing with the Stars often grants has-beens a chance at redemption. Check […]
21Sep2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on 2010 Dancing with the Stars – Get rid of Tom Delay | Continued
The Zodiac Predicts Modern Holidays
Astrology – the predictor of the Christ. The three wise men followed their star charts to find the young King of men in his manger. Who, we ask, can argue with the validity of astrology. Even today, some 2,000 years later – the Zodiac accounts for, and often predicts, the activities of American holidays. I […]
9Jun2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on The Zodiac Predicts Modern Holidays | Continued
Sotomayor’s Media Week In Review 5-30-09
Sonia Sotomayor has been nominated by President Obama to the Supreme Court of the United States. The pick was guaranteed to raised the hackles of the declining fundamentalist movement. And sure enough – it did. This youtube video highlights the first week in the media after Sotomayor’s nomination: One has to love the pseudo conservatives […]
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Jay Leno’s Final Tonight Show Moments (Video)
Jay Leno has finished his run of 17 years as host of the Tonight Show. As he noted in the following video – he took over when the show was number one, and he is leaving the show as number 1. Leno is a class act – his final monologue was a tribute to those […]
30May2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Jay Leno’s Final Tonight Show Moments (Video) | Continued
Billy Crystal Sings for Jay Leno
Billy Crystal was Jay Leno’s first guest 17 years ago. This song by Crystal for Leno seems very appropriate. Crystal sings a medley in the fashion he originated as a host for the Oscars. Check him out – he is always entertaining:
29May2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Billy Crystal Sings for Jay Leno | Continued
Rush Limbaugh is Imploding
Before the dawn of the flat screen television everyone used CRT’s (Cathode Ray Tubes). Before the dawn of the 2008 elections people listened to Rush Limbaugh. These two inventions of modern man are very similar. They are both filled with vacuums and when struck they implode. Rush Limbaugh is imploding. Limbaugh’s biggest fan is DICK […]
14May2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | 2 comments | Continued
When The Bully Runs The School
Abusive bureaucrats ultimately lead to an angry, embittered, skeptical, and frustrated populace. The current issue hitting the Supreme Court is a case where a thirteen year old girl was strip-searched by school authorities. This is exactly the sort of case that gets all of the attention – it is great headline news – and the […]
22Apr2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | 4 comments | Continued
The Road to Tyranny – and other ludicrous ideas
The correct place for Shawn Hannity and Michelle Bachman is on Comedy Central. These folks are breaking down with psychotic episodes of paranoia. Fortunately for people like me, Stewart and Colbert help keep this insanity in perspective. We have ranted and blustered at the conservative right wing. Particularly during the election cycle. I am afraid […]
8Apr2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on The Road to Tyranny – and other ludicrous ideas | Continued
Does Our Economic Attitude Matter? A Hole in the Bucket.
Well, they (whoever they is) measure consumer confidence. What do you suppose that is about? Consumer confidence is a measurement of the confidence people have about their ability to sustain their life style – in a manner of speaking. The consequence of positive attitude is that people will spend their money because they have confidence that more is coming. Negative consumer confidence implies that people will not spend their money. Attitude does matter. Gratitude rhymes with attitude for a reason.
7Apr2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Does Our Economic Attitude Matter? A Hole in the Bucket. | Continued
The Big Disconnect Between Haves and Have-Nots
A really fascinating dichotomy occurs when community leaders have to go to the public for support on tax initiatives. Our example is of a microcosm of modern America – the town of St. Joseph, Missouri. We live in rural northwest Missouri, just outside of Punkin Center, and we watch the local economy. The St. Joseph […]
2Apr2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on The Big Disconnect Between Haves and Have-Nots | Continued
Obama’s War – Afghanistan
At what point does President Obama assume responsibility for a war? Is accepting responsibility for the war the same thing as owning the war? When does any President ‘own’ a war? This is a curious talking point for the 24/7 news media. Historically, we generally do not tag our Presidents as owners of wars that […]
28Mar2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | 2 comments | Continued
Anger Is More Fun Than Sanity In The Media
At thefiresidepost.com we write opinion – occasionally adding some news. I have written around 1500 articles and it seems that anger is much more fun than the boring facts. Anger is much more fun than fairness. The media went to town for a drink on Saturday night, joined the lynch mob, and never came home. […]
27Mar2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Anger Is More Fun Than Sanity In The Media | Continued
Rovian Media, Applying the Dark Arts to AIG
We confess right up front, we are guilty of capitalizing on the economic crisis. We have fallen into the trap of a mob mentality. When you look into the mob, you can see me on the third row from the front, last person on the left. Fortunately for all of us, Atticus Finch and his […]
21Mar2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | 4 comments | Continued
Calling Rush Limbaugh, Debate Michael Moore
Rush Limbaugh, the fat mouth piece of the Republican Party has challenged President Obama to a debate. Of course, Limbaugh knows this is a safe challenge – because it will never happen. Rush is like that – safe. Limbaugh has captured and audience of angry malcontents, people who are looking for some one to blame for their miserable lives. Limbuagh feeds their anger, thus keeping them in the fenced yard. If Limbaugh wants to really debate someone, why not challenge Michael Moore.
5Mar2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | 8 comments | Continued
The Curious Case of Nadya Suleman – Octo-Mom
Is Nadya Suleman crazy, or what? She had six children by in-vitro fertilization, then had a whole bunch of frozen embryos implanted, resulting in eight babies at one birth. She now has fourteen children. She has no husband and no job. She lives with her mother in a home that is about to be foreclosed. Is she crazy, or what? This is a case of immaturity meeting Dr. Frankenstein.
25Feb2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | 5 comments | Continued
Promoting the Liberal Myth
There seems to be a mythology of the liberal cause. The term ‘Liberal’ is used as a noun to describe a secret sect of devil worshipers. The implication is something like this: Liberals meet in secret places, conduct secret rituals, and are the root of the new world order meant to destroy freedom and prosperity. Liberals prefer socialism to capitalism. Liberals prefer dictators to democracy. Liberals want to reward terrorists. Liberals think Labor Unions should run businesses. They are like the Freemasons, except they are more organized and more evil.
23Feb2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Promoting the Liberal Myth | Continued
Redneck Gazette –
Redneck Gazette Fifth Edition Stimulating Economics Stimulating Economics Ohmydidhesayjihad We is having some trouble figuring out what we is hearing. We got us a new President hoping that he would fix the problems this country is having. We don’t know nothing about economics. We only know that we should save more than we spend. We […]
27Jan2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Redneck Gazette – | Continued
Sarah Palin, Visibility or Exposure
Sarah Palin is on the airways. Her tact today is to blame others for her troubles. She forgot the first rule of politics – Get Visibility without Exposure. Sarah Palin exposed herself as a small town redneck, generally ignorant of the world beyond the boundaries of Wasilla, Alaska. This writer is proud to be included […]
14Jan2009 | Ohg Rea Tone | 1 comment | Continued
The Staying Power of Hannah Montana – and Miley Cyrus
I have written before that I know more about 1521 C.E. Europe than I do about pop culture in America today. But this magazine of ours has prompted me to look around. I even wrote a post on Lindsay Lohan. Hannah Montana’s name came up recently because she was selling out a concert in Kansas […]
11Dec2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | 2 comments | Continued
The Irony of Google Advertising
We operate in a Google world. When the lawyers on Boston Legal want to research something they say, ‘let’s Google it.’ I wrote a post on Googling my name to search my family tree. This online magazine is closely associated with Google. We allow Google to generate advertising based on our content. The results are […]
10Dec2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | 1 comment | Continued
OJ Defines the Media, Media Defines OJ
OJ Simpson is in the news again – a regular for the past forty years. Ironically – OJ’s celebrity status was a product of the media – but the media was defined in many ways by the celebrity of OJ. The excitement OJ generated on the football field directly contributed to the excitement of televised […]
5Dec2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on OJ Defines the Media, Media Defines OJ | Continued
Barack Obama’s Leadership Paradox
Barack Obama has assumed the Presidency. Might we say he has transcended the transition? He will not take the oath of office until January 20, 2009 – but Barack Obama is the President in everything but title. Obama has assumed the leadership role in America and around the world. And the paradox of Obama centers […]
26Nov2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | 3 comments | Continued
Obama Mixes the Personal and Political on ‘60 Minutes’
By Michael Falcone President-elect Barack Obama said in an interview on the CBS program “60 Minutes” on Sunday that one of his top priorities will be to “restore a sense of balance” to the regulation of financial markets, but rejected the idea of a so-called “new New Deal” for America. Mr. Obama acknowledged the parallels […]
16Nov2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Obama Mixes the Personal and Political on ‘60 Minutes’ | Continued
The Utility of Socialism
Slow down big shooter. This writer is not a fan of socialism. Capitalism, moderated by honest Christianity, and regulated by mature government, works best. In 2008 the United States, the best example of marriage of capitalism, faith, and government, is taking great leaps toward socialism. Why – because the government recognizes some business functions as […]
16Nov2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on The Utility of Socialism | Continued
The Moose Stops Here
By FRANK RICH Published: November 16, 2008 ELECTION junkies in acute withdrawal need suffer no longer. Though the exciting Obama-McCain race is over, the cockfight among the losers has only just begun. The conservative crackup may be ugly, but as entertainment, it’s two thumbs up! Over at Fox News, Greta Van Susteren has been trashing […]
16Nov2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | 1 comment | Continued
Obama Delivers First Democratic Video Address
By Michael Falcone From now on it will be the weekly “Democratic Radio Address” in name only. President-elect Barack Obama, capitalizing on his successful use of multimedia technologies during the campaign, delivered his message on Saturday using video as well as audio. It may seem like a political no-brainer in the age of YouTube, but […]
15Nov2008 | Ohg Rea Tone | Comments Off on Obama Delivers First Democratic Video Address | Continued