Aaron Minkus
I'm 27 years old from Chicago. I completed law school and I'm focused on passing the bar and finding a job. In June, I will be getting married to my best friend. I'm thrilled to write here and share my opinions and what makes me excited.
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CBS Announces Fall Primetime Schedule for 2009-2010As the old saying goes, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." CBS has employed this strategy to their primetime lineup for the fall season. The network adds only one comedy and four dramas to its weekly catalog.
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ABC Announces Fall Primetime Schedule for 2009-2010Viewers will see lots of shaking up of the ABC primetime lineup come fall 2009. The network adds four comedies and three dramas to its roster along with a shuffle of some successful shows.
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Kris Allen's American Idol Finale PerformancesKris had an up and down night. He began the night better than he ended it. Still, I think Kris has an excellent shot to win because his style is more of the type that typical Danny Gokey fans would vote for.
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American Idol Review - Adam Vs. KrisThat's it. The final bell has rung and its time to go to the scorecards. This article will review the performances and discuss who should win.
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NBC Announces Fall Primetime Schedule for 2009-2010NBC has made a lot of changes to its primetime programming. The most prevalent change is the Jay Leno Show which will be broadcast before local news every weekday. NBC also has to plan for programming after the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. -
Why Kris Allen Will Win American IdolWhile Adam Lambert is the morning-line favorite going into the finale, a case must be made for Kris. Kris has a style most Americans seem to like, he is able to his spin on his song choices, and he will bring in the most Danny Gokey voters. -
RIP - Hershey's Chocolate Milk MixThere is only one chocolate milk drink that can satisfy my craving. That would be Hershey's Chocolate Milk Mix. Not the syrup that you can also pour onto your ice cream, the powder stuff that comes in this box.
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CW Announces Pilots for 2009-2010The CW comes out with some highly touted brand new pilots and series that has something for everybody. A remake of a 90's hit show, a Twilight clone, a show about models, and a Washington-based drama.
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CBS Announces 2009-2010 PilotsCBS brings in a new batch of pilots, most of which are action and drama created to replace fading shows in hopes to gain a new audience. There are also a bunch of reality shows from proven producing teams that should boost CBS ratings come fall.
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ABC Announces 2009-2010 PilotsHere is a guide to ABC's new fall pilots and reality series.
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Fox Announces Pilots for 2009-2010Here is a brief review on all the new Fox pilots and series to come in 2009 and 2010. -
NBC Announces 2009-2010 PilotsHere is a brief review on all the new NBC pilots and series to come in 2009 and 2010. -
American Idol Final Three RecapLots to talk and complain about on the May 12th edition of American Idol. The judges bickered and fought like 3rd graders, and Simon Cowell went above and beyond to help Adam Lambert make it to the finals.
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Brett Favre Wants RevengeHas Brett Favre gone mad? Football fans have to endure months of him questioning whether he was going to retire. Now, he wants to come back again wants something more, revenge against the Green Bay Packers.
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Brownfield RedevelopmentsAfter an initial burst of activity in brownfield redevelopment, the buzz around these projects has been quelled. This articles explores the origin of brownfields, discuss the laws that seek to remedy these sites, and how effective those laws have been.
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Top 5 Guiltiest TV PleasuresSometimes the best stuff on television is really bad. My top 5 guiltiest pleasures include petty fights, food, and over-produced "reality" shows.
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Adam Lambert Rocks "Rock Week" on American IdolRock Week on American Idol. What worried me is that Rock is more difficult than meets the ear. Rock needs voices that cut through heavy riffs from lead guitars and thundering drums. Sure enough, there are two Idol finalists who easily fit this role.
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Why Cubs Fans Love Carlos ZambranoYou can call Carlos an immature, ill-focused kid. But he's our immature, ill-focused kid. He's a guy that's synonymous with the Cubs like Ryne Sandberg and Ernie Banks. What Z lacks in focus he more than makes up in passion, talent, and sure will to win.
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Chicago's Best Summer FestivalsWhen the temperature and humidity is high, Chicagoans brave the elements at one of many summer festivals. Every street festival has some variety of music and street food, there are some festivals that stand out above the others.
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American Idol Review - Big Band WeekIn the history of American Idol, I cannot recall a final five who all deserved to be there. After watching tonight, I'd say that each person has an argument that they should make the final four.
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Best Miniature Golf Courses in ChicagolandIn one's adolescence you start going on dates. Being a guy forced me to come up with creative activities. My go-to date activity involved miniature golf. I've been around to various courses in the area and here is my top 5. -
Top 10 Songs by Pearl JamThere are bands whose music takes you to a different place. Pearl Jam is that band for me. What I love is the honesty and vulnerability that Vedder emotes in his vocals... -
American Idol Review - Disco WeekDisco night could be a "trap" for some of the contestants of Idol. You're either going to do something really cool with the song, or sound like a wedding singer during the after-dinner set. Its no secret who should stay on the show and who shouldn't. -
Chicago Bulls Logo: I Just Thought it was a Mean BullWhy can't something so simple as a logo for a sports team just be exactly what it is? Everything has some meaning or subliminal message like stars on a flag or something. -
Say Goodbye to Wrigley FieldI'm not adverse to the tradition and glory of Wrigley. If I could hang out anywhere for a summer, there is no doubt that I'd spend it at Wrigley Field. But there's more to this story. -
Chicago Bears Make a Move: Jay CutlerAmazing. We never saw this coming. I don't recall a higher profile player being traded to the Bears in my lifetime. You can only count the elite Bears quarterbacks on one hand. But will it work out for the Bears? -
American Idol Review - Movie Week!If only the contestants performances were the issue on the April 14th episode. This is my critique of the performances...and a little bit on the show itself. I love this stuff.
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Please Nominate Sarah Palin!Seriously. Every time there is a Presidential election, Americans MUST have the choice of Sarah Palin on the ballot for the next 32-40 years. I love this woman! She is just the person America needs...so we can have the option to elect someone else.