Iran, Jews and deadly decrees are commemorated in an upbeat way this week, in particular on February 24, 2013 or the Jewish Year of 5773. Even as tensions continue in the Middle East over the nuclear situation, Purim, undeniably the most joyous holiday tradition on the Jewish calendar has rolled … [Read more...]
Voting – Message of the ballot box part 1
October 27, 2012 By
Before the claims of voter fraud due to panic at the polls coming out of the American elections process, there was voter suppression.... and outright denial of rights. Compare this historic account to the concern over the growth of 'minority' blocks that today can powerfully sway the vote in … [Read more...]
Food’s Powerful Messages at Beach Body Season
May 2, 2012 By
Is it bikini season yet? Just about now women's magazines begin the countdown to beach days for us. The external messages they bombard us with about body ideals and beauty face a long-standing hard-wired opponent the brain's internal messages. Commercial messages entice us to want to renovate … [Read more...]
Susan G. Komen Struggles to Recover on Capitol Hill
April 2, 2012 By
Is it now a case of too little cash too late in the controversy for Susan G. Komen for the Cure’s (SGK) contrite plea to Congress? SGK founder Nancy Brinker’s letter of apology to members of Congress may not be able to make up for the massive mistakes in messaging during the rift between the … [Read more...]
Komen’s pink ribbon gaffe trips up Race for the Cure
April 2, 2012 By
You will have an opinion, likely a strong one, no matter where you stand on the recent brouhaha that saw Susan G. Komen Foundation (SGK) defund Planned Parenthood for providing mammograms to poor women. That’s about $700,000 a year in lost support. … [Read more...]
Tiramisu’s neo-burlesque is dessert for the eyes
March 16, 2012 By
Talia Tiramisu’s joy of performing in burlesque began in 2009, captivated by the self-expression, humor and costuming the art form offered. “It’s an embracing of everyone no matter who they are, in burlesque,” said Tiramisu in a recent interview. … [Read more...]
The Fatimas embrace a plus-size world of dance
March 12, 2012 By
The Fatimas, a vivacious plus-size belly dance troupe with its ever-changing line up of members from Los Angeles, Orange and San Bernardino counties, has been entertaining and inspiring audiences all over Southern California for more than 20 years. … [Read more...]
Part 2, Teresa (Broadwell) Grace: Transition from warfighter to civilian
February 7, 2012 By
“I give mad credit to women in the military who are mothers,” Teresa Grace said. We had resumed our interview and the first topic was the fine balance of military duties with the daily details of life and family time. … [Read more...]
Lola Spitfire teases about burlesque
February 2, 2012 By
Burlesque’s tradition embraces a celebration of vaudeville entertainment, and that activity in Colorado is a modern extension of its spirit. “The music, dance, and comedy, in an elegant and tasteful manner, has been entertaining audiences since the 1840s when Lydia Thompson and Her British … [Read more...]
Bump and grind still going strong in the shadow of Colorado’s peaks
January 30, 2012 By
Lola Spitfire’s emergence as a talented and vivacious burlesque performer and trainer comes from more than 20 years of classic drama and theater experience. Spitfire participated in the traditional performance arts classes. She went on to the Conservatory of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts … [Read more...]
