Category Archives: Satellite Show Sports

New Satellite Show Update

Posted on April 17, 2013 by

So, I can happily report that we recorded an episode of New Satellite Show. And yes, preparing for the Show is why I’ve been silent for the past several weeks. Okay, fine, I was racking up paid writing gigs to … Continue reading →

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Very Special Blossom: Second Base

Posted on November 30, 2012 by

As I read the title of this week’s Very Special Blossom, I came to a disturbing realization: I had no idea what second base even meant. Leaving aside that I’ve been with my wife for fifteen years and thus have … Continue reading →

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A Comic-Con Primer

Posted on July 11, 2012 by

So, with almost the entire Satellite Show making its way to San Diego for Comic-Con and at least a few of our friends making the trek for the first time, I thought I might offer a primer on some of … Continue reading →

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Not About Wine: In Praise of Fair Weather Fandom

Posted on January 26, 2012 by

I’m not a big sports fan. At least not any more. I’ll catch a Cal football or basketball game every now and then and I’ll rarely turn down an invitation to drink beer and eat unhealthy food while watching any … Continue reading →

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UFC 128 Preview

Posted on March 18, 2011 by

I’ll admit I really like writing these. They’re quick, easy, and I have no high standards as an MMA commentator to live up to. It’s a nice way to recharge my batteries from other weeks, because I don’t take fourteen … Continue reading →

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UFC 126 Preview

Posted on February 4, 2011 by

I’m having a tough time coming up with the proper enthusiasm here. It’s not the card; that’s fantastic. It’s the fact that I’ve been almost sick for the past week.  I’m not sick enough to call it, chug Nyquil and … Continue reading →

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Things A Critic Actually Likes – Part 2

Posted on January 31, 2011 by

In my previous post, I gave an explanation of the creep of negativism that accompanies “critique” as a genre. I then described two of the things I love the most in the world, explaining them thus, “…today I set aside … Continue reading →

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