Give me your music, your art, your huddled masses of words and rhythms yearning to breathe free.
Dana Spiardi 
The name Stax Records is synonymous with soul music. But did you know that the legendary label of black artists like Otis Redding, Carla Thomas, Wilson Pickett, and Isaac Hayes was co-founded by a white woman who began her career as a school teacher? In the late 1950s, Estelle Axton began investing in Satellite Records, … Read more
I gave up trying to explain the appeal of my “crush objects” long ago. My fantasy figures, be they flesh-and-blood or fictional characters, have always been quirky types that never fit the traditional tall, dark, handsome, all-star, man-of-means mold. Such was the case with one of my earliest heartthrobs: Larry Storch. I’ve been in love … Read more
Heavens to Murgatroyd! How did I forget to post this item yesterday in honor of…you guessed it…National ‘Men Make Dinner’ Day? Shite, my man didn’t make me any vittles! Well, I guess it’s MY fault for not alerting him to this most important and manly of holidays. Geez, women have to think of everything. I’ll bet nobody … Read more
You know I’m loath to brag, but I have to let you know that the U.S. Postal Service has chosen ME as the model for their special Goat Heritage Month stamp! Now, get out there and buy some friggin’ stamps and send a card to your mom — even if she’s in the hoosegow for … Read more
Ladies, the next time you want to change your hairstyle or splurge on those Miu Miu pumps and your man gets bossy and tries to dissuade you, just say “you don’t own me.” Guys, the next time your lady tells you to turn down the car stereo or toss out those LPs that are hogging … Read more