Monthly Archives: September 2010

Does America Still Love an Underdog?

Posted on September 7, 2010 by travellinbaen

Quote of the Day: “If there’s one cultural quality we have, it’s that we always see ourselves as an underdog.” –Bill Gates When better to pose the question above? TB’s been thinking of a new feature, “Underdog of the Week.” … Continue reading →

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Thursday Pickin’ Season III (The Return of Thursday Pickin’)

Posted on September 2, 2010 by travellinbaen

Quote of the Day: “For those about to rock, we salute you.” –AC/DC Thursday Pickin’ is back. In the grand tradition of the great handicappers–Jimmy the Greek, Leonard Postosis, and of course Waldo–TB is here to help you get rich. … Continue reading →

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Revelations

Posted on September 1, 2010 by travellinbaen

Quote of the Day: “Outlined against a blue, gray October sky the Four Horsemen rode again. “In dramatic lore they are known as famine, pestilence, destruction and death. These are only aliases. Their real names are: Stuhldreher, Miller, Crowley and … Continue reading →

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