Monthly Archives: November 2022

Wilko Johnson, R.I.P.

Posted on November 29, 2022 by profmondo

Wilko Johnson (ne John Peter Wilkinson), the British guitarist whose unorthodox style was an inspiration during the mid-70s transition to punk rock, died last week at the age of 75. Johnson was a focal point of Dr. Feelgood, one of … Continue reading →

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Sunday Afternoon Potpourri: Turkey Hash Edition

Posted on November 27, 2022 by profmondo

Well, not literally, but we are post-Thanksgiving, and once again, I found a great deal for which to be thankful, not least of all, your willingness to read my assorted meanderings. And since I’ve just graded a batch of papers, … Continue reading →

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Sunday Afternoon Potpourri: Time-Release Gradeapalooza Edition

Posted on November 20, 2022 by profmondo

The research papers started coming in earlier this week, and I’ll be receiving batches this week and next as well. So there’ll be a fair — or perhaps unfair — amount of grading in the next couple of weeks. Still, … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday to Orillia’s Finest

Posted on November 17, 2022 by profmondo

. . . Gordon Lightfoot turns 84 today. Bob Dylan once said of Lightfoot, “When I hearr one of his songs, I hope it goes on forever,” and over the years, a lot of folks have come to agree. I … Continue reading →

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Poetry Corner: Lawrence Tierney Edition?

Posted on November 14, 2022 by profmondo

While attending the virtual version of NoirCon with plenty of fascinating stuff, I caught a discussion of the actor Lawrence Tierney, who was accurately described as a “real-life tough guy.” He was gruff, difficult, and known to get into brawls … Continue reading →

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(Jacques Cousteau Voice) “Three Weeks Later…”

Posted on November 10, 2022 by profmondo

Yes, I’m still around. It’s Thursday night, I’m at home, and the rainy remnants of Hurricane Nicole are putting a literal damper on things. However, that’s supposed to clear out by tomorrow night, allowing for good football-watching conditions on Saturday … Continue reading →

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