POP CULTURE

In case you didn’t know, & don’t worry, you wouldn’t be alone in that ignorance, lol, today is “buy indie day”. Check out this article for all of the appropriate information. I’m a huge fun of all things indie. I love what that represents, especially being an independent filmmaker, contractor, entrepreneur, artist, etc, & so on. I always encourage independence of thought, action, expression, action, & feeling. But enough of me; As always enjoy

Buy indie day

May 1

Did you know today has been declared Buy Indie Day? Thousands nationwide will recognize the day by stopping in at one of their favorite independent bookstores and making a purchase. Don't want to buy a book? Buy an audio book, a CD, a DVD, buy something! Since the economy is terrible right now, it's a wonderful way to support your local independent bookstores. 

Why shop Indie? 
When you shop at an independently owned business, your entire community benefits: 

The Economy 
-Spend $100 at a local and $68 of that stays in your community. Spend the same $100 at a national chain, and your community only sees $43. 
-Local businesses create higher-paying jobs for our neighbors.
-More of your taxes are reinvested in your community--where they belong. 

The Environment 
-Buying local means less packaging, less transportation, and a smaller carbon footprint. 
-Shopping in a local business district means less infrastructure, less maintenance, and more money to beautify your community. 

The Community 
-Local retailers are your friends and neighbors—support them and they’ll support you. 
-Local businesses donate to charities at more than twice the rate of national chains. 

More independents means more choice, more diversity, and a truly unique community. The American Booksellers Association has put together a list of studies that document the positive economic impact of locally owned businesses, and how they contribute significantly more money to the local economy than do retail chains. You can read them here. 

Want to participate? You can RSVP, invite friends and discuss with other indie shoppers on Buy Indie Day's Facebook page, and find an indie bookstore near you on the Indie Store Finder map. 

IndieBound supports Independent Business Alliances around the country. To find an alliance near you, visit AMIBA or BALLE.

For more info:

Indiebound

Author: Lori Calabrese

Source;examiner.com

POP CULTURE

CHECK OUT THIS TV GUIDE HOT LIST FOR 2009. I LOVE LISTS, ALL KINDS, & THIS IS THE 1^ST ONE I’M POSTING, BUT DEFINITELY NOT THE LAST

Damages
10 pm/ET FX
So, Daniel Purcell is a liar. He's a cheater, too, with Claire Maddox (Marcia Gay Harden), the polluting corporation's lawyer, and formerly with Patty. And he's a wife beater. But a wife killer? The cops think so, so they must be glad that he's back in jail. And Patty? Who knows what she's thinking, but she is his lawyer and there's that ring to track down. Then there's the pollution angle in West Virginia that the Purcell-tied reporter was onto last week. Tonight Tom and Ellen join him in the Mountain State. — Paul Droesch



Top Chef
10 pm/ET Bravo
Tolstoy has nothing on this. Season 5 has been an epic novel of war and peace, with the chefs doing intense kitchen battle — and divisive Stefan waging warfare on just about everyone. But there's also been sweet harmony, as voyeuristic cameras captured Hosea and Leah in mid-kiss. Peace will likely cede to war in tonight's supersize Super Bowl salute. Here, the foodies go the extra yard in a football-themed food fight against a squad of series all-stars, including Season 4's Andrew and Spike, Season 3's Camille and Season 2's Josie. — Dean Maurer



Lost
9 pm/ET ABC
What's up with the Oceanic 6? You won't find out tonight. They're taking the week off, and most of the action takes place on the island, which is still hopping around through time like a Mexican jumping bean. Offshore (off the British coast, it turns out), Desmond, Penny and their son, Charlie, are rooted in "real" time (three years after the Oceanic 6 rescue). At least, Penny and Charlie are. Des has a dream — or is it a memory? — and now he must find Daniel Faraday's mother. — Paul Droesch



Life on Mars
10:02 pm/ET ABC
After a two-month hiatus, the cop drama with a twist is back on a new night. In tonight's episode, a battle of one-upmanship unfolds between Lt. Hunt's squad and a rival precinct led by Lt. Nunzio (Vincent Curatola), as they compete to solve a bank robbery that may involve the Russian mob. Sopranos fans should be happy to see the familiar face of Curatola, who is best known for his role as Johnny "Sack" Sacramoni. — Fred Mitchell

Biography
10 pm/ET Biography
Heath Ledger's recent Golden Globe win and Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor for The Dark Knight makes this profile of the Australian actor, who died in January 2008, all the more poignant. Biography recalls the life of the Perth native, who found success after moving to America and starring in a string of films, most notably 2005's Brokeback Mountain, which also earned him an Oscar nomination. — Bill Ecklund



Make 'Em Laugh: The Funny Business of America
8 pm/ET PBS (check local listings)
Can we talk? Tonight's concluding episodes of America's comedic history are sure to tickle the funny bone. First, such in-your-face smart alecks as Paul Lynde, Groucho Marx, Chris Rock and Joan Rivers are featured. Then, humorists who skewer politics and pop culture take their bows, including such greats as Mel Brooks, Johnny Carson, Will Rogers, the SNL crew and Comedy Central's zany tag team of punditry, Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert. — Jeff Gemmill

Everything Pop Culture Segment Breakdown

Greetings,

I hope all is well with everyone. Thank you for joining me today. I'm not going to talk your ear off this time, but I do want to share some information with you about what kinds of segments you can expect on this blog. Included will be the following, some being regular*, & others being specialty**:

Music*
Movies*
Television*
Fashion*
On The Hill- Politics*
Gossip Corner*
This week in Pop Culture- where you will find the following:
Song of the week*
Music Artist Spotlight*
Actor Spotlight*
Top Movie*
TV Show*
Fashion Trend/Style/Item**
Shoe Highlight**
Purse Highlight**
Accessory of the Week**
Designer Spotlight**
Quote of the Week**- possibly daily
Breakthrough of the Week*
Weekly Regret*
Tragedy of the Week*
U know you're ridiculous when....**
Why are you Famous**
If I ever see you in the street I'd whup your a$$**
I have so much $ I don't even care anymore**
Hottie of the Week*- possibly daily
Troll of the Week*- possibly daily
I'll be damned*- possibly daily
The world must be coming to an end**
Up & coming artists**- video posts of actors, or performing
Movie Corner (old, new, indie, etc)**
Throwback Session*
Today's useful Fact**
Today's useless Fact**
Relationships**- eventually a separate blog
This Week in Reality TV*- eventually a separate blog
Celebrity Pit Segment**- matching celebs against each other & making comparisons

Stay tuned in daily. As I stated in my 1st blog, you won't regret it. Thanks for checking in

Mr. StarPower MultiMedia