language NSFW My friend Louis has just started a sassy lil’ web series called Verbal Vogueing, and I’m happy to report that it’s VERY funny. It’s also highly inappropriate and full of incredibly bad language. If you’re at work or near a grandmother, you’ve been warned.
Author Archives: Ben Mandelker
Countess LuAnn Has An iPhone App
“Ladies and gentlemen: this is the Countess speaking. We have arrived. On your phone.” That’s what I imagine LuAnn De Lesseps’ new iPhone app says when you start it up. Yes, you heard me correctly: LuAnn has a new iPhone app. Money can’t buy you class, but it can nab you “Countess LuAnn” for $0.99. …
UPDATED: Carmageddon Deals and Events Around Town!
Batten down the hatches! Carmageddon is nigh! Los Angeles will be paralyzed for 53 dreadful hours as the 405 freeway is shut down from the 10 to the 101 this weekend. The sky will turn red as fire descends on this fair burg and judgment is doled out to those who dare trek to the …
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Hollywood Gets More Sausage at District 13
Image via Eater Ever since Wurstküche burst onto the scene, Los Angeles has slowly be coming around to the sausage. Berlin Currywurst opened in February, followed by Grindhaus LA, and now on Friday we look to be getting District 13 in Hollywood, which promises “15 to 20 different links from beef to brat to lamb, …
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Current TV Goes Into Rio’s Slums
Ever since I saw Children of God (amazing, you should rent it), I’ve been somewhat fascinated with Rio De Janeiro’s slums, known as favelas. Recently, the compelling searing social commentary of a similarly high-minded film, Fast Five, brought us back to the favela, and once again, my fascination has been stirred anew. Well, for those …
VIDEO: The Inevitable Homophobic ‘Big Brother’ Dumbledore Debate of the Day
Jeff hates Dumbledore by caseycarlsonx1Via Reality Blurred The first buzz-worthy fight from the Big Brother house emerged last night, and it centered around… Harry Potter? Yup, you heard that correctly. A roundtable discussion of Dumbledore’s sexuality sparked a heated confrontation between Kalia and Jeff, the latter of whom questioned the prudence of writing an allegedly …
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What Will You Do When the Great Netflix Price Hike Happens?
Watch out! Netflix subscriptions are increasing to $15.98/month. Is this fair? Join the discussion…
THE GREAT FRESH TEST: Episode 1
Exciting times here at B-Side Blog. Clearly Fresh Bags recently sent me some of their bags, which promise to keep produce fresher for up to 50% longer. Of course, I have to put this to the test; so above check out the beginning of THE GREAT FRESH TEST wherein I place various items of produce …
REAL HOUSEWIVES OF NYC PHOTOCAP: Mothers, Daughters, and Pasties
Bravo did the old bait and switch on the latest episode of Real Housewives of New York City. The preview had shown all sorts of drama surrounding LuAnn and her music video, but what actually aired was none of that. Instead we were left with a pretty dull episode — perhaps the worst of the …
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VIDEO: The Inevitable Awkward Tween Tribute to Aladdin
My friend Mike just posted on Facebook that he’s “willing the best day ever to happen today!” Well, Mike, the best day ever starts with this strange but endearing take on “A Whole New World.” You’re welcome. Via The Daily What