Media Reviews
Appetite (A food magazine)
Being totally clueless in the kitchen, I had to work extra hard to teach myself how to cook. My parents did not encourage us to spend time in the kitchen when we younger, thus my ignorance. In my adult life however, I was forced to admit that I had …
PC World Magazine
My brother gave me a subscription to PC World Magazine two years ago and I have renewed it since then because it is great magazine for both the computer novice and hardcore pc user. It is one of those few magazines that when you get one you will …
Article: “The Heat of The Matter” Written by John Willoughby
“The Heat of The Matter” is an article written by John Willoughby about his obsession with the Turkey peppers: Urfa and Maras. He documents his journey to Turkey in hopes to find what makes the Turkey peppers so special and why the ones in his cabinet don’t have the …
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 …
Junkmail Classifieds Newspaper
This is one concept I give a lot of credit for to the pioneers that identified a need to fill the gaping hole in this market. A weekly newspaper published especially for the listing of classified advertisements.
I find it to be a bit limited however, in the sense that …
Forbes Magazine
I read Forbes magazine regularly for various reasons. First, I checked the latest trend in business, finance and good investment tips, second, I want to get updates on the world’s billionaire, surveys on the most influential people and learned from their experience and their impact to the lives of …
VisitOrlando.com (magazine ad)
If I wanted to advertise a website for Orlando, Florida, I would certainly not do it in this way. I might have some imagery of the golf courses, the swimming pools, or perhaps even Mickey Mouse. But what I wouldn’t do is have a close-up shot of …
Kohl’s Vera Wang clothing line (magazine ad)
First of all, I had no idea that Vera Wang even had a clothing line at Kohl’s. But from the look of the ad, I wished that there was a Kohl’s nearby. In the ad several young women are draped across what looks like …
Jane Velez (CNN)
Jane Velez has a show on Headline News, in which she comments on the latest political story, scandal, crime story or gossip topic of the moment.
Until her show came along, I really didn’t think any one person could get on my nerves quite as much as Nancy Grace, but …
Matruvani Kannada
Matruvani is a Kannada monthly published by Mata Amritanandamayi Tust, Kollam, India. It is also published in different languages, but this review pertains to the Kannada edition of the magazine. The one most important feature of this magazine is that profound thoughts of spirituality are expressed in a simple …
Total Woman magazine
I am a voracious reader and I read just about anything I can get my hands on. My favorite reading material is magazines because the articles are short and informative, and the glossies nice to look at. I am always open to reading new magazines. I have my staple …
AllTel Cellular service (TV commercial)
In this ad a black family is seen taking a trip (presumably cross country) in an RV. The father is driving, and the mother and children are seated towards the rear. They are having a discussion with four white gentlemen in polo shirts. One wears …
Woman’s World magazine
This is a really wonderful magazine for women mostly. Though, I do know some men that have to look at it too!.
They have a variety of things that are very interesting and heart felt.
This is not a tabloid so if you are looking for celebrity gossip, you will never …
HK Magazine
HK Magazine is am English language city living magazine that is published weekly in Hong Kong. Its current circulation is around 100,000 and the magazine can be freely picked up from approximately 900 locations such as bars, cafes and shops.
The magazine commenced publication in 1991 originally as a what’s …
IKEA “Another Baby” (television commercial)
In this commercial, a clearly middle aged black woman thumbs through the latest IKEA catalog. She stops on a page that has a beautifully assembled children’s room, complete with furniture and the accoutrements that IKEA is known for. The woman turns to her equally aged husband …
KY Liquibeads (magazine ad)
I must be a real prude. But I was a little surprised to see an ad for a KY product in a magazine. I have no idea why. Anyway, this particular product convinces women that they can experience “natural” moisture for at least 4 …
Weight Training for Women
I have been going to the gym for decades now, and my interest in weight training has been on and off through all these times. I have tried one personal trainer after another, and I have since come to the conclusion that I have to take charge of my …
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 …
AOL Radio
I have to be online for large periods of time some days and it can really get tedious without something to get me motivated. Although I’ve had AOL Radio for awhile, I never really took the time to start listening to any of their stations until very recently. …
Rush Limbaugh Radio Program
Rush Limbaugh is a conservative radio host. He is certainly the most successful conservative radio host out there. I agree with a lot of his views on certain issues but I believe that he is way to controversial and divisive. He is a conservative but I …
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 …
Asian Dragon (Publication)
At first glace, Asian Dragon could well be another magazine occupying shelf space in magazine stand but upon closer examination, it has every right to do so.
Asian Dragon is a new addition to the growing titles of magazines in Metro Manila. It is a business and lifestyle magazine …
Lucky Magazine by The Conde Nast Publications
I bought this magazine from our local store and boy how I regret them. They are really thick and seem like a fashionista must have. It is really deceptive to look at especially since they are super thick and I thought I am getting value out of my money. …
Shades 5th Avenue by Redken (magazine ad)
Again, there is a blonde with wonderful luscious hair and a pert little pouty mouth, and blue eyes. I wish that advertisers would get a bit more creative than just sticking a blonde on a magazine page and thinking that the world will buy their products because she’s “beautiful.” …
NBRC Through the Journal
NBRC Through the Journal if you are a respiratory therapist to sign up for. It is a monthly magazine that is put out by the American board of repiratory therapy that yearly for $15.00 gives you a 50 question exam to receive 6 ceu credits needed to …
Asics footwear (magazine ad)
“Sound Mind * Sound Body + Bad Idea = A Good Story.” This is the caption at the top of the page on this ad for Asics sneakers. There are about six people in the ad, with three of them sitting in shopping carts while a …
Popular mechanics magazine
Popular Mechanics is a monthly magazine that looks at science and technology through the eyes of everyday people and mechanically inclined people. I like this magazine because it looks at new inventions and innovations, but then it shows and tells you exactly how they would impact your everyday life, …
Real Simple magazine
Real Simple is a magazine which contains information about productivity, recipes, occasionally workouts, organization tips, and other things to get your life straightened out. I have been a subscriber for about two years now and have been a huge fan so far.
I read Real Simple for the first time …
D.Gray Man Manga
Conspiracy, deception, religion and darkness, this is the element of the manga that I’m reading which is named as D.Gray Man. I love the plot of this manga because it is straight to the point, kill the akuma which is known as demons that infects humans using their weird …
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 …
HealthToday Philippines
My collection of magazines ranges from fashion magazines, to weight training magazines, running, triathlon, biking and very few health magazines. For some reason, I am not too keen on reading health magazines judging from the pile I had. However, I re-read an issue of HealthToday Philippines and my interest …
Pie In the Sky (Wired article feature by Joe Brown)
This article was about the complexity of the New York pizza pie. There is something really interesting about New York pizza. It’s really interesting to see how many places try to duplicate the flavor. And this article attempts to explain why this is …
Article: “Put A Little Science In Your Life” by Brian Greene
“Put A Little Science In Your Life” by Brian Greene is an op-ed piece about how important science is, yet, no one really understands it or uses it in their lives.
First, the article begins with a reference to a letter Brian received from a soldier in Iraq. Instead of …
Kipling bags by Fergie (magazine ad)
I am not really a Fergie fan. Personally, I feel that when she joined the Black Eyed Peas, they lost a little of their authenticity. The band suddenly became all about Fergie because she was the new snow princess to take the rest of the group to …
Island Capri by Michael Kors (magazine ad)
Island Capri is a great name for a breezy looking fragrance. I have never smelled this stuff. But again, Michael Kors is a really great brand - a really great designer. If his perfume is anything like the clothing, then the wearer of this perfume will …
Men’s Health Philippines Magazine
As a gym buff, I have to have my own bible for health and diet concerns. This magazine was first introduced to me by a friend. My first copy was an international issue with Paul Walker in the cover. The US version was good but most of the contents …
Coast to Coast a.m. talk radio
I enjoy listening to late night radio,in my area, Coast to Coast is on 600 a.m. from San Diego from 10 p.m. all through the night and into the wee hours of the morning (a repeat broadcast of it follows immediately after the initial broadcast of it so you …
Family Circle
Family Circle is a publication that I’ve come to appreciate more over the years. I found myself looking at the issues and reading more of it than I do some other media in the same category. For example, the most recent issue is the March 2009 publication. …
Marie Claire Philippines
Magazines are the cheapest way to indulge in my appetite for knowledge. They are up-to-date and very informative. They have to be, the internet is killing the printed word. One of my monthly must-buys is Marie Claire Philippines. Before it was franchised here in the Philippines, I patronized the …
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 …
Total Girl Magazine
I was scanning for women’s magazines when I found this Total Girl Magazine. It was a popular teen star that’s on the cover. So I purchased it. When I got home, I was so surprised because I thought this magazine is for older girls, but it’s for tweens! I …
Seer
I regularly read the columns of Swami Sukhabodhananda in newspapers and listen to his speeches telecast on Aastha international channel. He has a unique knack of telling issues in scriptures in a simple language. The seer’s teachings are simple but not simplistic. He talks are interspersed with humorous anecdotes …
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