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Jim R

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  1. Ed, Edd, & Eddy Larry, Darryl & Darryl Larry, Curly, & Moe
  2. Z.Z. Hill Z.Z. Top Zinedine Zidane
  3. Now that one I do agree with, for the most part (obviously, as I already mentioned some of the same key points he mentions regarding regrets, non-regrets, and childish explanations). The only thing I'm not sure I agree with is the notion that FIFA ought to strip Zidane of his award as player of the tournament. The issues seem separate to me... it's an award for skillful play throughout the tournament, not a sportsmanship award. If he was the best player, he was the best player. No need to strip that away to try to set some kind of example, when he's already endured plenty of criticism and negative attention in the media. The saga has already unfolded for everyone to reflect on as they see fit. No need for FIFA to try to assert any more of their rather inadequate brain power to the situation. I would say again, though, it would still help if Zidane would express full and unconditional regrets for his action to all adults and children alike. I'm sure there are plenty of adults that are just as much in need of a good example set by Zidane as the children of the world (I played with plenty of childlike adults in my days in the recreational leagues). As far as the issue of this putting a big negative stamp on his career, I think that's overblown. It was just one brief example of a few negative incidents that occured over a long and illustrious career. He should simply be remembered for the great career and the vast predominance of positive and inspiring things he did.
  4. Fred Gwynne Ted Cassidy Richard Kiel
  5. Exactly... plus, somebody could still be playing that clar-.... oh, wait... I doubt that anybody's going to want to play it now...
  6. Marlon Perkins Brando, Tim Tim The Enchanter
  7. After what he had to endure in "The Longest Day", I'd say he earned it... and he had to go through it every Memorial Day!
  8. Rick Mears little dears Tears For Fears
  9. Yeah, but can he do pink paisley? Hey, you never know! Yeah, the guy is a pretty darned good player... and he's prolific with those uploads! I'm not sure I would buy a CD, but I enjoy checking out his jazz videos once a week or so (not too crazy about his blues/rock/funk side).
  10. Can't decide what color you want your next guitar to be? Not to worry! You can always go this route: The many colors of Dick Onstenk's Gibson Tal Farlow (and he's got shirts to match!)
  11. I was never very crazy about either of those cover ideas. Anyway, I tend to agree with the thread premise.
  12. I want to guess, but... I don't care enough.
  13. I thought the line was "never got (was awarded with) a dinner". RIP Red. edit: Google hits for "got": 870; for "had": 56.
  14. Tommy Armour Dan Blocker Jessica Barrier
  15. Probably getting tiresome, but here's an interesting little article from the BBC, Zidane: Victim or Villain? To me, that article comes across as kind of sensational and cute, as opposed to serious and insightful. It seems obvious to me- Zidane is both (victim and villain in this incident) and Materazzi is both as well. I still put more blame on Zidane. He resorted to physical violence (at an unthinkable time and place) in return for verbal provocation (not an equal exchange), and he is (or should be) the more mature of these two individuals. Materazzi being punished would please me (I hope it happens), but Zidane should accept any and all blame that he gets; should fully regret his action; and shouldn't bother to spend any more energy blaming Materazzi. It's childish. We can all csee what happened.
  16. Mr. Roberts Mr. Chips Jack Kilby
  17. Tracy Chapman Susie Chapstick Leo Durocher
  18. The First Lady The Second Man The Third World
  19. Jim R

    Carl Fontana

    Looking at the other videos that person uploaded, I stumbled onto what seemed to be the complete Frank Rosolino (quartet) performance on "Jazz Scene, USA". Thanks for reminding me about that site, Jack. There's more out there than just YouTube.
  20. Harvey Marty Shane
  21. Crocker, Betty Potts, Bill Simmer, William J.
  22. I looked, I looked again, I thought about it, I thought about it some more, and... I bought nothing. I know, that's crazy talk, but I just didn't see anything I had to have, and there's no way I could come up with 30 titles that I thought I'd ever get around to listening to- not even at $2.98. I think the compulsive years (which were SERIOUS while they lasted, believe me) are in the past for me. I think I may even be content. But I envy a lot of you guys who are grabbing stacks of good stuff for peanuts. Great sale.
  23. Pretty much zero, I'd have to say. But hey, it IS a talking point!!
  24. Faramir Boromir Denethor
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