What really struck me was how quickly people turned against James Frey's A Million Little Pieces after The Smoking Gun blew Frey out of the water. Were they right? Absolutely. Was it a good piece of journalism? You bet. Does it make the book any worse?
No.
As seen in Popular Mechanics. The U.S. Supreme Court will hear two cases this spring that will redefine the rights associated with owning a patent—and, some argue, the very meaning of innovation. The first case, Laboratory Corp. v. Metabolite, questions where to draw the line … Read More →
As seen in the Washington Square News. For 25-year-old Gawker editor Jessica Coen, blogging was a way to get out of the office. Four years after writing her first entry, it’s exactly what brought her back into it — sort of. It’s safe to say … Read More →
As seen in the Washington Square News. Members of the Tuition Reform Action Coalition spray-painted snow in Washington Square Park yesterday afternoon in protest of NYU President John Sexton’s Jan. 31 letter rejecting the coalition’s call to align the rate of tuition hikes with the … Read More →
Gawker's Jessica Coen is a living, breathing reason why watching "Good Night and Good Luck" won't leave me with anything but a soft spot for journalism's legacy and the determination to age like George Clooney.
As seen in Popular Mechanics. If the ocean currents responsible for maintaining Europe’s mild temperatures are indeed weakening, as recent research suggests, our neighbors across the Atlantic may be in for a long, deep freeze. Lucky for them, University of Alberta researcher Peter Flynn has … Read More →
As seen in Popular Mechanics. In two recent studies assessing brain development, people age 25 to 40 came out on top as the most mature and aware demographic—providing a good reason to turn that early mid-life crisis into a celebration. Interested in how and when … Read More →
The RIAA and MPAA have developed into a draconian force, with your Walkman and home theatre as their police-state. But the tactic is reactive, not proactive. While tangible media sales plummet, the industry is left watching the digital-profits boat leave the port.
As seen in the Washington Square News. Jan. 22 4:40 a.m. — An assault was reported at Weinstein residence hall. Jan. 23 9:10 a.m. — A burglary was reported at 25 Waverly Place. 12:40 a.m. — A shoulder bag was reported stolen at 721 Broadway. … Read More →
Set a Bigger Example, Big Easy
From Dean screams to trial denials, the Gallup poll has been a wonderfully cynical way to tap into the fears of your favorite American-next-door. But their latest poll on the Big Easy had me scratching my head.