Media Reviews
Mark Larson Radio Show
Mark Larson is a radio talk show host on KOGO 600 on the AM dial in San Diego.
This guy has had me laughing or at least smiling for years. Very few people are as quick witted or can turn a phrase like Mark. He started out years ago on …
Preview (A Philippine Fashion Magazine)
I am a vociferous reader, and magazines are my absolute favorite to read. The articles are better targeted to its readership, are short, concise and up-to-date in their information. Fashion magazines are the best way to relax, and my favorite local fashion magazine is Preview. The quality of the …
People Magazine
“People Magazine” is a weekly publication that contains stories mostly about the goings-on of celebrities.
You can usually find it located at the checkout area of grocery stores and on newsstands. Where it differs from other entertainment-type magazines is that it also has stories about everyday people who …
The Sunday Times Style Magazine
Style Magazine is one of the color supplements with the Sunday Times newspaper and I always enjoy a look at it as I think for a free supplement it is packed with lots of stuff. This magazine covers style not only in terms of women’s fashion but also …
iFM 96.3 (Zamboanga City)
When you’re looking for a good laugh, good music and good deliverance of news, this one’s the best place to tune in. This is one radio station that I can’t let the day through without. Even my parents are hooked up with the jokes that are told every end …
Bain de Terre Sugar & Fig Scalp massage scrub (magazine ad)
Now this is really a strange product. A scalp massage scrub? I have never heard of this before. But I won’t knock it until I’ve tried it. In reading this ad, I see that the caption indicates that the product exfoliates the scalp, leaving it …
Nutrisystem (Osmond Ad)
I am sure you have seen this ad while watching TV in the past because Marie Osmand is now their new spokes person for some reason. This means that she is the only person who represents this company and so she is there to push it like nothing else. …
Rolling Stone magazine
As with any publication, there are no doubt many different types of readers in the audience of the most ubiquitous music magazine, “Rolling Stone.” Some feel the writing and coverage in “Rolling Stone” is generally of a high standard and choose to subscribe, others only grab a copy when …
Countryside magazine
Countryside magazine is similar to Mother Earth News. It is a magazine for people who want to learn to live off the land and do tasks the old fashioned way, with minimal tools and hard work. It shows you how to live a simpler life style. It can teach …
The Nation , Thailand’s Daily Newspaper
I am to some extent a newspaper addict. I must read a daily newspaper of the place wherever I am and wherever I get to. That ofcourse also is work related. I need to keep myself updated with all the developments in the business world in the country …
BBC Radio1
Being a UK resident, i know many of the radio stations. This includes BBC2, 1 and 4. Now, as this review is on Radio 1, that will be the main subject.
Now, let’s get started then!
Radio 1 has got just about every type of music, well not classical music, and …
Candy Magazine
I’ve always been an avid reader of the best teen magazine in the Philippines, Candy. I’ve started collecting it when I was just 11 years old and until now, I always feel excited to buy the next issues of Candy. Every cent is just worth it for a magazine …
The Economic Times newspaper
I am reading the Economic Times since last two years. It is an Indian newspaper specializing in the economics. This newspaper is known for its sharp analysis and in depth coverage of the news items related to Indian Economy in general in particular and world economy in general.
I felt …
NFL Network
A lot of fuss is being made over the NFL Network and whether cable companies should cave to pressure and add it as part of their regular lineup rather than in a sports tier.
While I hate the idea of missing important football games, I give my full support to …
2008 Nissan Sentra (magazine ad)
The Nissan Sentra has always been one of those cars which is known for being economical. Teachers, college students and those on a budget have turned to this car when they are trying to save money on gas, while driving something that doesn’t resemble a piece of …
Kohl’s Clothing Love Revolution (TV commercial)
I have never shopped at Kohl’s. But I understand that they have good bargains. When I think of Kohl’s, I think about the things that you would see at Target or Wal-Mart. And I think that the quality would be perhaps a little better, …
The Awful Show : A comedy podcast
I work overnights and spend a lot of time listening to podcast. At one point I was subscribed to over 30, and The Awful Show was my favorite.
The Awful show is an adult humor podcast. As the name suggest they use a lot of raunchy jokes. …
Martha Stewart Magazine
I live in a small house in a small town on a limited budget so one would have to wonder why I subscribe to Martha Stewart Living Magazine. Well, the reason is I have been able to find ideas in her magazine that I can scale down to fit …
Choose Your Business Structure by Unknown Author
“Choose Your Business Structure” by an unknown author at entrepreneur.com is an article about the various choices business owners will have when it comes to choosing the right entity for them and how that decision will determine how much they will pay to Uncle Sam. It goes on to …
WRAL Morning News
I’m not really a morning person, but when Im up I like to watch the morning news on WRAL. What I really like about their newscast is the personalities. My favorite is Mark Roberts. He has a lot of energy and gives a good representation of what traffic is …
102.3 KJLH
I am a huge fan of R&B, Hip Hop, and Old School Music. Living in Los Angeles, I have found the perfect radio station that best suits my needs and that is 102.3 KJLH. With KJLH, they value the community much more than other radio stations. They care about …
Bon Appetit Magazine
Bon Appetit Magazine, the popular gourmet publication, has been around for years and enjoyed a formidable reputation. This is deservedly so. I discovered the magazine myself just a couple years ago, and since I started my subscription, I’ve kept every copy I’ve received. For anyone who …
Muscle & Fitness Hers
I have been going to the gym since I signed-up for a lifetime membership with Slimmers World in 1994. Back then (at least in my country) gyms were domains of the men and 2-lb weights were for aerobics only. My fitness instructor was male and so was my trsining …
ZOO Weekly magazine
ZOO Weekly is, without a doubt, a men’s mag. Each week you can be sure to see at least one beautiful, albeit airbrushed, lady on the cover. There are three main topics - women, weird stuff and sports.
There’s the obligatory bikini model every issue, with different themes for …
The Hindu newspaper
The Hindu is a daily newspaper of India, published from Chennai. I am reading this newspaper for the last three years. I don’t like communism and this newspaper seems to support that, in spite of this I am a regular reader of this newspaper because of the fact that …
Reader’s Digest
A couple of years ago, my granny gave me a subscription to Reader’s Digest for Christmas. I have loved it ever since. It comes every month, so there is always something to read. I really like how there is something for everyone in the family to read. My husband …
Family Fun Magazine
I was sipping a cup of coffee this morning and flipping through the latest episode of Family Fun. And I thought to myself, ‘Family Fun Magazine is truly a great family magazine.’
Now, before you roll your eyes or think I work for the company or some subsidiary, let me …
Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine
I was in the mood for mystery stories, so I bought the latest edition of “Alfred Hitchcock’s Mystery Magazine.” This was the January/February 2010 double issue. It featured a dozen stories and an interesting article about woman detective novel writers.
I’d never read this magazine before so I didn’t know …
Sunday Contact with Ralston McKenzie radio programme
I have always thought that Jamaican radio on Sunday, and especially Sunday evenings could be quite monotonous for a young person, even though after coming to listen to my parents talk about what it used to be like, I realize it is much better now. These days, and even …
Philippine Daily Inquirer
For me, Philippine Daily Inquirer is one of the leading newspapers in the Philippines. In fact last year, according to the research conducted by Neilsen Media Research, Philippine Daily Inquirer had once again ranked at the very top.
I am buying this …
People magazine
I buy People magazine every single week. I love it because this magazine doesn’t only talk of celebrities , it also has lots of articles about big news that is happening around the world.I would say it is 50/50 mix of celebrities and human interest.
People magazine debuted in 1974, …
Dressage Today Magazine
Dressage Today Magazine is focused upon expanding knowledge for the dressage horse and rider. Dressage means training in French, and is a discipline of English riding. Dressage horses learn levels of riding from introduction to haute ecole. Dressage Today is a wonderful magazine with beautifully photographed pictures. There are …
Yaz Birth Control pills (magazine ad)
I have realized with this ad that birth control is not just birth control anymore. In fact, this ad actually reveals that this pill controls bloating, irritability, headaches, muscle aches, acne, and even moodiness. I have no idea what kind of miracle drug this includes that it …
Black Stone Cherry - Folklore and Superstition
Black Stone Cherry’s sophomore release is as impressive as their self titled this time longer and more mature, with more of the southern rock feel this is a much more satisfying listen from beginning to end, every song is catchy, and every one of these catch song grows on …
The Rachel Maddow Show
The Rachel Maddow Show is a fast-paced news and politics commentary program hosted by Rhodes Scholar and longtime radio broadcaster Rachel Maddow. Maddow is decidedly left-wing, but the fact that this show is not just a news program and does contain her opinion on the issues is made …
Candy April 2009 Issue
I feel bad for missing Candy’s March issue because it has a free Bestfriend Forever (BFF) bracelet. So when I went to a bookstore, I grabbed an April Issue hoping that the freebie is still there. No luck. It has one dangling pendant or accessory that you can attach …
Zip 103 FM
I think Zip 103 FM is a radio station that many young people in Jamaica listen to. I would have included myself in that statement also, but I can’t because I stopped listening to it about two or three years ago. Nevertheless, I would still recommend it to many …
Cover Girl Queen Collection Lipsticks (magazine ad)
There is no better spokeswoman than Queen Latifah—to market the Queen Collection lipsticks. I imagine that this line of cosmetics was renamed specifically with this woman in mind. She is a great spokesmodel because she doesn’t exactly fit the traditional mold of someone who models for …
Total Biscuit, The Cynical Brit
Satirist video game reviewer, The Angry Video Game Nerd, has spawned many a YouTube reviewer. Some have created a persona all their own while other have tried to ride his fury-driven coat tails. The Happy Video Game Nerd, Caddicarus, and Angry Joe stand out as some of …
Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine
I truly love magazines, and especially Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine. It only costs about $15.00, and you could get it at a store near you.
Though this is a magazine, but it has the concept of a book. And a good book with many short stories. I …
Frontline news magazine
Frontline is an Indian newsmagazine published fortnightly from Chennai. I have been reading this magazine for the last three years. In fact, I have become addicted about it because of its impeccable quality and professionalism shown in journalism.
Though this magazine belongs to the spectrum of left, it still attracts …
Continental Magazine
Every time I’m on a flight I’m always looking for something to do to pass the time. On Continental flights they offer Continental Magazine in the seat pocket in front of you. Usually I don’t enjoy in flight magazines too much but I really like reading Continental …
Practical Horseman Magazine
Practical Horseman Magazine is an excellent resource for all English riders. There are not that many magazines for English horsemen and horsewomen, and of those publications out there, Practical Horseman is the one most respected. Practical Horseman is delivered monthly and is full of articles about horsemanship, jumping clinics, …
RJR 94 FM
Real Jamaican Radio, or “RJR 94 FM” as it is most commonly known, is able to boast that they are Jamaica’s oldest radio station. Around for over fifty years, it is said that even now they have the most listeners in all the island. I think they are …
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