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  1. Jim Daniels

    The Social Network

    Had the day off, so went to see this in the Lighthouse. Not sure how accurate the whole thing is, but it's still the best film I've seen this year, thanks mainly to Aaron Sorkin's writing. It's amazing how they pulled it off so well actually. Really good.
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    Gambling

    Guess how much money was gambled in Ireland's betting shops in 2008? The figure does not include on-line gambling, Lottery or on-course bets. The answer is here... http://www.irishtimes.com/newspaper/features/2009/0909/1224254121453.html I was way out! Do folks here contribute much to this?
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    Graceland by Paul Simon

    He was on telly last night, talking about the making of the album. He's a bit bats, but the title track has been in my head all day. Great song. Never liked Call me Al though. Went into Tower and HMV today. but neither of them had it. Found this version on You Tube though, which really should...
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    Arcade Fire Tickets on Sale Now From their Official Site

    Someone here in work just bought 3 tickets for Arcade Fire’s Dublin show (Dec 5th). They don’t go on sale here until Friday. It’s the official site and seems genuine. http://www.arcadefire.com/shows/ Its also referred to in the Irish Times today...
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    The Grandmother Thread

    A nod to I Is John's Grandfather thread. I didn't really know either of my Grandfathers and my Dad's Mam died before I was born. But our Gran lived with us for about 17 years. She had a tough time, practically raising my Mam and 3 sons alone - one of whom was knocked off his bike and killed...
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    Referee Appreciation Thread

    They're having a tough time lately..
  7. Jim Daniels

    Tennis - 48 games all in final set

    On the telly now. Two dudes must be wrecked!
  8. Jim Daniels

    Woman in Sumo Wrestler Suit

    Woman in Sumo Wrestler suit asaulted her ex-girlfriend in gay pub after she waved at man dressed as a Snickers Bar. Headline in the Herald tonight. Did the National Enquirer buy them out or something?
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    Today FM V Phantom FM

    In the Academy tonight - DJs from each station playing one song each in a Mexican style stand-off, for about 2 hours. Great fun (even if the place was full of 20 year olds!). Indie classics all the way. Despite being "up for" Phantom, It made me realise that I actually probably mostly listen...
  10. Jim Daniels

    What Makes You Dance?

    I think its national dance week or something - between kiddies discos/ silent discos etc. These work for me in a Dad-Dancing way... even though I have no kids :)
  11. Jim Daniels

    I Just Watched the New M.I.A Video

    ... and kind of wished I hadn't. Its mental, with bizarre IRA reference (maybe). http://miauk.com/
  12. Jim Daniels

    Has Polly Harvey lost her marbles?

    I love her and all, but what on Earth....?! #!
  13. Jim Daniels

    Who wants a FREE ticket to......

    LCD Soundsystem Tripod - Wed 21 April - Standing I maddingly can't go now, so ticket is up for grabs, at a recession busting no charge....|..| Reply to this, or PM, whatever Jim
  14. Jim Daniels

    Bands having fun... that usually don't!

  15. Jim Daniels

    Trumpets!!

    My favourite instrument this week. Anything I should know about?
  16. Jim Daniels

    I've spent all evening listening to M Ward albums

    .... and feel incredibly relaxed and peaceful :) :) :)
  17. Jim Daniels

    16 years ago today

  18. Jim Daniels

    Jesus Was Way Cool

    For the weekend that was in it...
  19. Jim Daniels

    The Best of Jill Hives

    For the day that's in it :) Happy birthday Jill Jill Hives is not a real person. I was having my muffler fixed on my car and I was sitting in the waiting room with some people watching television so I played this game I play sometimes when I can’t quite hear what people are saying, I’ll...
  20. Jim Daniels

    Mildly Diverting Plinky Plonk Choonz

    For those of us that can't play real (or unreal) instruments http://lab.andre-michelle.com/tonematrix
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