"The Revolutionary": A Documentary

Last night, I attended a really fascinating event, held at the University of Washington Jackson School of International Studies. It was the screening of a new documentary titled "The Revolutionary," about the life story of Sidney Rittenberg, an American who became friends with the leadership of the Chinese communist party, and lived in China from 1945-1980. Mr. Rittenberg is now in his early nineties, and has lived in the United States since 1980. He attended the screening of this documentary, and answered questions from the audience at length. Lucy Ostrander, one of the film's producers, also attended.

What an amazing life story! I highly recommend this film. Take a look at the YouTube trailer, below.

For more information, go to the movie's website: http://revolutionarymovie.com/

Also see the Wikipedia article on Mr. Rittenberg (click).

Rob

Video: economics and #occupywallstreet

Mars Landing Sunday Night 10:30 PDT

Did you know about the upcoming landing of the Curiosity Rover on Mars?
Check out the video simulation.

This Washington Post article give details about when it will happen (late Sunday PDT, early Monday EDT).
Rob

Stoney End cover by Laura Bareilles

Did you guys happen to see the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony 2012 (it was on HBO recently). They inducted Laura Nyro, and the presentation brought back a lot of memories. I think I taped her "New York Tendaberry" LP on reel to reel back around when I was a junior in high school (or was it a few years later???). Anyway, I really liked her songs, and singing, and playing.

And I always liked the song "Stoney End." At the RRHoF ceremony, a singer/piano player named Sarah Bareilles really knocked it out of the park (along with a great band and backup singers). Submitted below for your consideration is the YouTube.

Rod Rob

1Q84 - the novel's translators' phone chat

Haruki Murakami's novel, 1Q84, is a book in 3 volumes. At the end of my reading of my Audible edition, I was delighted with a bonus, a recorded phone conversation between the book's translators into American English. Jay Rubin and Philip Gabriel. It is just a little over half an hour. Enjoy! Discuss!

banjo video: Lancashire Clogs -- Emile Grimshaw -- As played by Olly Oakley

Banjo can convey a wider array of musical styles in the right hands. (Sure, left hand, too!)I think is that this gentleman's banjo playing is mighty smooth sounding. The link was forwarded to me from a fellow fan on the Banjo Hangout site... www.banjohangout.com. Lots of good stuff there. Another place where the odd fanatic will reside. So many styles!

suggesting Blow (NY Times columnist)

"We were talking ... about the way ... " (Harrison)
Sorry mind drifting, hearing a sitar.

Last week we were talking about columnists we read.
I mentioned Charles M. Blow.

If you like this column, or go back and see previous ones, and you like him, perhaps Rob might include his column as ones who appear on the left side like where Krugman, et al appear.
(I would do it, but cannot figure out how. I'm the scarecrow in the Wizard, I reckon)
Here is URL to today's column that I read from yesterday's New York Times. I first heard of him in a Brian Lamb interview on C-SPAN's Q&A program. It was a while back.

URL: http://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/03/opinion/blow-santorum-and-the-sexual-revolution.html

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Sharon Kita, Contemporary Baskets

Interesting Video RE Tsunami, Cherry Blossom

The Tsunami and the Cherry Blossom - Trailer (2012 ACADEMY AWARD NOMINEE) from Tsunami Blossom on Vimeo.

Jeffrey Sachs RSS Feed Added to Geezecast

Hi Guys,
I've just added a new feed to the Geezecast News blog page (left side): Jeffrey Sachs. He's another real smart cookie that I respect. This is the RSS feed for Sachs' column on "Project Syndicate : A World of Ideas".

Don't forget, the Geezecast page has a selection of RSS feeds, for your enjoyment. If you'd like me to add another one, just holler.

Rob

Southern Lights: BBC

Check it out: Southern Lights in time lapse, with Penguins visible in the daytime part.

"Radio Free Oz" Link Added to Geezecast

Hi Boys,
Just for you, I have added a link to the "Radio Free Oz" podcast presented by Firesign Theater stalwarts Peter Bergman and David Ossman. You'll find the link on the left side of the screen, along with links to many of your favorite Commie-pinko commentators.

Don't forget: all the best in Geezer-themed news and commentary are conveniently linked and available 24/7; Only on Geezecast News and Commentary!
--The Management

Paul Solmon: "Land of the Free, Home of the Poor"

Did you see this on Leher? I saw it last night, and thought the it was right on the point... Solmon's charts drive home the point. Take a look...

Watch the full episode. See more PBS NewsHour.

Japan Disaster Website: Asahi Newspaper

I've looked for a source of updated coverage of the earthquake / tsunami / nuclear power disaster, and I came across this one. It's convenient and has lots of information...
Rob

DICK VAN DYKE on Craig Ferguson Show (CBS - 6-2-2011)

Hey! I think I liked this... Did you see it?

Ron Fairly Talks about Old Ballparks

This is from Shannon Drayer's Mariners Blog... I haven't watched the whole thing yet, but it definitely looks like it's something Rik especially would enjoy... (It's pretty long!)

New Geezecast Feed on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

I’ve added a new “gadget” to the Geezecast page, on the left side: the RSS feed for the new US gob’mnt “Consumer Financial Protection Bureau”, headed by Elizabeth Warren, one of the few good guys in the world of gob’mnt and punditry. Also, check out this article (“Five Reasons Why Banks Hate Elizabeth Warren”) on the Reuters page by John Wasik, giving some background on Elizabeth Warren. I think it’s worth a look. We’ll see if the a’holes in congress allow the CFPB to see the light of day.

part 1 - live broadcast of Ed Schultz Town Hall - Ashville, NC - May 3, 2011 (36.5 minutes)

This is the 1st hour of May 3rd The Ed Schultz Show, A live broadcast, town hall meeting from Ashville, NC. A lively open-ended discussion of issues facing American in the middle class. An extraordinary exchange. I hope you will listen and enjoy it."Where America Comes to Talk" And, yes, this is OUR HOUSE, one rather snowy January day.

part 2 - live broadcast of Ed Schultz Town Hall - Ashville, NC - May 3, 2011 (36.5 minutes)

This is the 2nd of The Ed Schultz Show, a live broadcast town hall meeting from Ashville, NC. Some very well made points, from the folks, I thought.

part 3 - live broadcast of Ed Schultz Town Hall - Ashville, NC - May 3, 2011 (36.5 minutes)

Hour 3 of The Ed Schultz Show, A live broadcast town hall meeting from Ashville, NC.
This is the 1st hour of May 3rd The Ed Schultz Show, A live broadcast, town hall meeting from Ashville, NC. A lively open-ended discussion of issues facing American in the middle class. An extraordinary exchange. I hope you will listen and enjoy it.