Ask Politely #46
You tell us: What topics matter to you in 2009?
Coming Soon: The Brunch Hunt
Smile Politely introduces a new column dedicated to discovering the best Bloody Marys, biscuits and gravy, and flapjacks in town.
Juveniles Set for Cashcall Clash
Is it time to begin thinking about the 2009 Derby? Yep. The field for the Derby will begin to be thinned at the Cashcall.
One Man’s List of the Most Overhyped Music of 2008
M83? Too fashionable. Lil Wayne? Too "gangsta." Vampire Weekend? What's the point?
Legion Airs Unease
Alex Legion is (finally) coming to an Illini game near you. But Rob isn't quite ready to annoint him "The Chosen One" just yet.
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button: A Moving Look at a Life Well-Lived
This film, based on a F. Scott Fitzgerald short story, finally sees the dark of a movie theater. Chuck finds it worth the wait.
The Best Illinois Wines of 2008
The Wine Punk runs down his list of the best glasses of wine from the land of Lincoln. Notable inclusion — the Chambourcin Slushy.
Hello, My Name Is ...
Introducing, Don Gerard.
Our Favorite Albums of 2008
From Fleet Foxes to Black Mountain, it's the best of the best, so sayeth Smile Politely's music critics.
The Year in Local Music
We run down mp3s from local artists released this year, including The Headlights, Post Historic, Hathaways, and Dr. Doctor.
The Polite Power Rankings: Week 16
The Titans appear beatable. The Giants look bored. The Colts are heating up. Must be Week 16 of our NFL Power Rankings.
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