Casual Fridays (also known as Dress-down Fridays, Bis-Cas-Fris, or simply Casual day) began in the 1950s as employer-sanctioned faux-rebellion. Obviously just a perversion of natural order, occasionally those who don’t observe are required to pay a small fee. Interestingly, it’s like Saturnalia or April Fool’s day, a tool to keep the oppressed happy under the … Continue reading Anti-Casual Fridays (aka Formal Fridays aka Dress Up Fridays) and the Decline of the Western Civilization
Month: February 2011
Broadway is My Beat
Broadway Is My Beat, was a dark, gritty radio drama that began airing 62 years ago today on CBS, debuting 27 February 1949. The series revolved around Times Square homicide detective Danny Clover. NEW YORK ERA When the program debuted, it was produced in New York City. Clover was portrayed by actor Anthony Ross, a … Continue reading Broadway is My Beat
Shangri-La Sundays Presents Tim & Eric’s Awesome Set
Time: Sunday, March 6 at 7:00pm - March 7 at 12:30am. Make sure to mark that on your calendar and in your mobile phones and tricorders. Location: R Bar LA 3331 8th St - WILSHIRE CENTER / KOREATOWN. CLICK HERE to see the Facebook event page and confirm that you're attending... then invite all of … Continue reading Shangri-La Sundays Presents Tim & Eric’s Awesome Set
California Fool’s Gold — Exploring Compton, Los Angeles County’s Hub City
The following blog entry contains strong language and is intended for mature audiences This edition of Eric's Blog is all about the CPT. Where? Compton. That's right. INTRO Compton is an infamous city that is practically synonymous around the world with the South Los Angeles region in which it's located. Due in large part … Continue reading California Fool’s Gold — Exploring Compton, Los Angeles County’s Hub City
Eric Brightwell 