Tag: Satire

The Simpsons Redefined Television and American Culture Forever

On the evening of December 17, 1989, millions of Americans settled into their living rooms expecting nothing more than another quiet Sunday night of television. Families flipped through channels, children sprawled across carpets, and parents half-watched the screen while thinking about the workweek ahead. Few could have imagined that what aired that night would not …

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The Real Health Hazard? Reading Too Much

Fifteen days ago, I read that smoking can kill you; The next day I stopped smoking. Twelve days ago, I read that too much red meat can kill you; The next day I stopped eating red meat.. 8 days ago, I read that drinking can kill you; The next day I stopped drinking. Yesterday, I …

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