I am a D.C.-transplant now residing in Colorado. The Nov. 30 matchup between the Washington Commanders and Denver Broncos was an ode to a low-key rivalry that can be traced back to 1988 as its only significant historical relevancy. And maybe that nice trade between the franchises in 2004. Ronald C. Modra/Getty Images; Timothy Hurst/The … Continue reading Commanders fans, you’re allowed to be angry
Category: Writer’s Block
Presidential leadership, oh, I mean sponsorship
I was born in Washington, D.C., and have always stayed loyal to the football team, no matter the long spans of irrelevance, inconsistent success, shattered hopes and name changes. There have been too many times after games when I've shouted, "God, I hate this fucking franchise!" Photo courtesy of Alex Brandon/AP Of course, I've never … Continue reading Presidential leadership, oh, I mean sponsorship
P.O.D. stays alive through love, music and faith
"Every day is a new day, I'm thankful for every breath I take."-P.O.D.. "Alive" For the last 34 years, P.O.D. has navigated the music industry, life and faith to maintain relevance. With the recent resurgence of nu metal, the rock band cherishes the opportunity to play for new audiences. “We love what we do. We’re … Continue reading P.O.D. stays alive through love, music and faith
Pushing push notifications as credible clickbait
"Ah, push it, push it real good."-Salt-N-Pepa. "Push It" I despise push notifications on my phone, to the point where I go through the process of personalizing settings to avoid receiving them no matter the app. Of course, I will admit that I have missed a few important things here and there. I am not … Continue reading Pushing push notifications as credible clickbait
Free to speak freely
Good for Jimmy Kimmel. Good for all of America, despite what only a few may believe. The late-night host returned from suspension to his usual ABC time slot on Tuesday night. His monologue was full of humor, honesty, graditude, and necessary vulnerability and authenticity. https://www.youtube.com/embed/c1tjh_ZO_tY?si=LNG-dooacAOApcfC Free speech and freedom of the press are not exclusive … Continue reading Free to speak freely
Playing a role
No one has the right to play God. Tyler Robinson has been arrested on suspicion of aggravataed murder, felony discharge of a firearm causing seriously bodily hard, and obstrcution of justice charges in the assassination of Charlie Kirk. No matter one's belief, status or ideaology, they have no business dictating who lives or who dies. … Continue reading Playing a role
Pop culture president
I tend to gravitate toward pop culture and how it contributes to our perception of the world. This includes how the audience communicates through various mediums or how their attitudes toward journalists are shaped through fictious portrayals. We can use fiction for political commentaries and comparisons as well. And considering a certain political actor claims … Continue reading Pop culture president
DMV sports
As you may have figured, I am a supporter of DMV-based teams. And, if you follow sports, you probably realize that it is difficult and agonizing. Of the six professional teams I follow - Baltimore Orioles, DC United, Washington Capitals, Washington Commanders, Washington Mystics and Washington Wizards - championships are few and far between and … Continue reading DMV sports
No. 8
The era of athletes branding themselves continues to grow, and righfully so, as they are becoming more than an athlete, but a personality. Not like that hasn't been the case for a while, but there are plenty of ventures to be had in the modern landscape of marketing. Lamar Jackson continues his attempt to brand … Continue reading No. 8
Academic news
It was a successful AEJMC conference in San Francisco this past weekend. Tiring, busy, but productive. Plus I was able to eat in Chinatown, see a game at Oracle Park, and uncomfortably stuff myself with chowder in a sourdough bowl (which was also consumed) followed by a giant sundae at Ghirardelli. Maybe that is why … Continue reading Academic news
Carl Lawrence Knauf 