The Next Big Thing Archive
October 2003
Long Runs
Friday, October 31, 2003
We tip our hats to marathon runners, to the outgoing second-term maverick mayor of Bogota, Colombia, and to a jar of rhubarb chutney that’s still edible after 34 years. Also, we consider the possibilities of an “old food” movement. And, finally, we’ve got a short story by David Cale about that precise moment when a woman realizes her marriage has – well… gone sour.
Other Worldly
Friday, October 24, 2003
This week: Voices from other dimensions. We’ve got blood-curdling screams from the folks who brought us “The Toxic Avenger.” Digital voices gearing up to replace actors. The voice of a modern-day oracle, speaking by way of an electronic billboard on Flatbush Avenue in Brookyn. And the surprisingly passionate voices of men and women shouting on the floor of the Stock Exchange. Also this week, a new round of “What’s Your Word.”
Secrets and Worries
Friday, October 17, 2003
Secrets collected on the steps of a public library, and a secret invented by writer David Cale and told by Jerry Adler, now of “Sopranos” fame. Also, the worries of fathers, sons and fathers-to-be, and a word of protest from a not-so-worried but rather frustrated umpire. And, finally, a conversation carried on over the rhythms of rhumba and mambo with novelist Oscar Hijuelos.
Hubbub
Friday, October 10, 2003
Noise of the news, of the street, and of kids playing rock’n’roll in their basements. Also, perspectives on noise – pro and con – and Julia Sweeney (of SNL “It’s Pat” fame) on the clamor that has accompanied her entry into single motherhood.
Pledges of Allegiance
Friday, October 03, 2003
We examine our commitment to various national leaders and baseball teams. We swear our allegiances to political parties left and right. And we just plain swear (in a piece about cooking written by Ian Frazier). Also, more “Walkman Busting,” and a new, creepy meditation on criminals and those they pursue from writer and performer Miranda July.
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