I Am Back...So Are Lower Gas Prices

According to CNN, we are seeing the lowest gas prices that Americans have seen since Feb, '07. The national average is around $2.30 per gallon. Apparently this hasn't gotten people to use more gas since demand is still down (people using less gas). Master card says that swipes at gas stations are down 3.9% compared to last year. Now we know what this is doing to gas sales... But what is it doing to meat snack sales?




* Yes that is Jack from The Secret Life Of The American Teenager in that Jack Link's mercial.

Recently Played 10/01

I know you woke up today with but one thought in your mind: "what the hell has Paul been listening too?" And that is what this post is for.


Datarock - Sex Me Up

	Datarock - Sex Me Up
	Found at skreemr.com

I can not help but love this song, I know this track seems a little forced, but I don't care. Something about it seems as though they were trying to hard. I don't really know how to explain it. Since I know very few technically correct music terms, you will just have to try and accept that explanation.



Louis XIV - Air Traffic Control

Louis XIV have been keeping me satisfied for nigh on eight months now. I was first attracted to the infectiously catchy first single titled Guilt By Association. Since that time, I have grown to appreciate the entire remainder of their newest album.



Socratic - May I Bum A Smoke

Socratic are a pretty damn good band. Naturally, I was a sucker for their close ties to Mark Hoppus, but I think their newest album is a winner regardless. Their tongue in cheek lyrics and smart melodies are catchy and easy to listen to over and over. (again with the technical wording) Plus, how can you fault a band for including a clip of Arrested Development in an official video?

I hate... 9/23/08

Here is something that doesn't make sense to me. Of course there are many more, but this is what just hit me today. Ugly Girls With Nice/Cool Haircuts

Exhibit A: Maggie Gyllenhaal

I hate being tricked. I mean hook-line-and-sinker-fooled without being able to see it coming. That is what happens when you see an uggo with a totally awesome haircut. From behind the person looks inviting, and warm, then BAM, gotcha. In essence they are a walking contradiction. Their hair is a shrine to hipness and beauty, while the remainder leaves much to be desired... namely a paper bag. Now, I am not saying that I am the most handsome of gents, because I am very average. I am simply saying that I hate being duped.

Still Going Strong...

Yes, this post is a few days overdue. For those who are totally cut-off from the internet, here are the 2 stand out sketches, in my mind, from Saturday's season premier of SNL.

Everyone knows that Palin looks like Tina Fey or vice versa. I know believe them to be the same person.

Andy and the guys are back with yet another solid Digital Short. It's no "Sloths" or "Laser cats" But it definitely holds the bar high.

Recently Played 9/10

Here Is a taste of what I have been listening to today with the new and improved iTunes 8.0. BTW Genius is pretty sweet and is definitely a welcomed addition.

You Don't Know Me
Ben Folds

This is a new song off of his new Album titled: Way To Normal









Your New Twin-Sized Bed
Death Cab For Cutie








Benson Hedges (Demo)
Fun

Put together with remnants of The Format, which recently broke up, Fun sound very similar to the sound of The Format. Very enjoyable, upbeat listening even at the demo stage.




Enjoy!

MMMM... McDonalds

Mcdonald's

... Just let that sink in... ahhhh. Now I know that there are mixed reactions to this famous food chain. Tonight I will try to weigh the pros and cons and see what comes out on top.

Pros:

Delicious

McDonald's food is undeniably delicious, and nobody knows why. There is something about almost every menu item that makes you beg for more. I think we have all had that wonderful feeling after eating a double quarter pounder with cheese with extra large fries and a wonderful Micky D's coke. I think it is called gluttony and it is oh so satisfying. How can we help ourselves when they have the best tasting Coke and the best french fries on earth? I think it is so crazy how the more you eat, the more you want. I have a feeling they put cocaine in their food to make you come back for more....touche Mcdonald's...Touche.

Cheap

I only need two words to prove my point on this one: Dollar Menu. Where else can you get a double cheeseburger, a chicken sandwich, a small fry and a large iced tea for $4.32? Nowhere! Now, of course if you you go and buy the so called "Value Meals", then you are not really getting the best deal. It isn't expensive by any means but just not as good as the fabled dollar menu.



Convenient

We, as Americans, are a lazy people who have a terrible fixation on instant gratification. What better example to illustrate these truly American ideals than the Drive-thru? Look at that. We are too lazy to even spell it out all the way. The great drive-thru is what made/makes Mcdonald's in my opinion. I mean if you are going to go get fatty, greasy fast food, why should you have to exit the seated position to get it? It really does make getting food a heck of a lot easier. Also, you get to avoid the highscoolers, getting minimum wage, with the terrible attitudes inside (they know they are getting screwed too).


Con:


Totally Unhealthy

For all the arguments you can make for McDonald's, there is not one person who says that it is healthy. I mean really how can you defend a meal that contains 1890 calories? You really can't. That will get you every single time. Some people have gone as far as to sue Mcdonald's for making them fat. Others have just made movies presenting the facts of the matter. Actually, to be fair, Mcdonald's does offer some healthier alternatives like salads or parfaits but who really buys them?


Conclusion

Don't be a complete idiot and eat unhealthy food everyday (including Mcdonald's). If you like Mcdonald's, or in my case love it, then just eat it every once in a while as a treat. The key to any guilty pleasure is moderation.

Excited Yet? You Should Be!

September 25th is fast approaching, and what does that mean? New episodes of the Office! If you are like me and have been going through Office withdrawals then you are in luck. If you are going through withdrawals of your favorite Analrapist, however, you wont be pacified as soon.







If you want to recap any of the past episodes check them out here and here.