www.talkingpointsmemo.com/livewire/russell-wilson-neil-cavuto
"Wilson appeared on the cable news channel to promote a United Way program aimed at stamping out childhood hunger and, from the beginning, Fox host Neil Cavuto tried his best to pit the Super Bowl champion against First Lady Michelle Obama."
August 14, 2014
Fox News host brings Michelle Obama hate to Russell Wilson interview
www.dailykos.com/story/2014/08/12/1321047/-Fox-News-host-brings-Michelle-Obama-hate-to-Russell-Wilson-interview
"Quick, can you tie an interview with Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson to an irrational hatred for the First Lady? No? Well then I guess you can't be on Fox News."
"Quick, can you tie an interview with Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson to an irrational hatred for the First Lady? No? Well then I guess you can't be on Fox News."
Robin Williams: A History in 15 Jokes
www.rollingstone.com/tv/features/robin-williams-a-history-in-15-jokes-20140813
"From a pre-Mork set to a drop-in appearance on 'Set List' last year, here's a stem-to-stern sampling of what this comedian did best: crack people up."
"From a pre-Mork set to a drop-in appearance on 'Set List' last year, here's a stem-to-stern sampling of what this comedian did best: crack people up."
Jimmy Fallon Pays Tribute to Robin Williams on 'Tonight Show'
www.rollingstone.com/tv/videos/jimmy-fallon-tribute-robin-williams-tonight-show-20140813
"Jimmy Fallon gave an emotional salute to Robin Williams on Tuesday night's Tonight Show, celebrating the late actor-comedian's improvisational genius and his "Shakespearean" ability to weave in and out of characters."
"Jimmy Fallon gave an emotional salute to Robin Williams on Tuesday night's Tonight Show, celebrating the late actor-comedian's improvisational genius and his "Shakespearean" ability to weave in and out of characters."
Robin Williams: The Fast and the Funniest
www.rollingstone.com/movies/features/robin-williams-the-fast-and-the-funniest-20140812
"A tribute to a comedian whose warp-speed riffs on sex, drugs and Elmer Fudd doing rock & roll dissected the human condition"
"A tribute to a comedian whose warp-speed riffs on sex, drugs and Elmer Fudd doing rock & roll dissected the human condition"
Conan O’Brien gives an emotional tribute to Robin Williams
Conan O’Brien gives an emotional tribute to Robin Williams
"because “Conan” tapes a few hours before it airs, the host learned about the legendary comic’s passing during his program"
"because “Conan” tapes a few hours before it airs, the host learned about the legendary comic’s passing during his program"
Why Lauren Bacall was one of Hollywood’s greatest feminist icons
Why Lauren Bacall was one of Hollywood’s greatest feminist icons
"Her explosive role in "To Have and Have Not" suggested new possibilities for female autonomy and sexual agency"
"Her explosive role in "To Have and Have Not" suggested new possibilities for female autonomy and sexual agency"
Historian Explains Lauren Bacall’s Cool: ‘She’s Got That It Factor With A Capital I’
www.thinkprogress.org/culture/2014/08/13/3470974/historian-explains-lauren-bacalls-cool-got-that-it-factor-with-a-capital-i/
"There’s an image of Lauren Bacall, who died yesterday at the age of 89, in the National Portrait Gallery. She’s one of a select few icons included in the “American Cool” exhibit, a photographic attempt to define something that eludes a satisfying definition."
"There’s an image of Lauren Bacall, who died yesterday at the age of 89, in the National Portrait Gallery. She’s one of a select few icons included in the “American Cool” exhibit, a photographic attempt to define something that eludes a satisfying definition."
Robin Williams' Death Is a Wake-up Call: Why Depression Is Tragically Misunderstood
www.alternet.org/personal-health/why-depression-america-tragically-misunderstood
"Depression is one of the most common mental disorders in the U.S., affecting an estimated 16 million adults."
"Depression is one of the most common mental disorders in the U.S., affecting an estimated 16 million adults."
August 13, 2014
Limbaugh Uses Public Radio To Exploit Robin Williams – Here’s How The Public Fights Back
www.samuel-warde.com/2014/08/rush-limbaugh-exploits-robin-williams/
"I’m writing in hopes that more of the country will see how hate mongers like him are poisoning our public airways."
"I’m writing in hopes that more of the country will see how hate mongers like him are poisoning our public airways."
There Will Never Be Another Robin Williams - In the News - Truthdig
There Will Never Be Another Robin Williams - In the News - Truthdig
"Williams was a rare, transcendent performer who excelled at nearly all his endeavors. One of the all-time great stand-up comedians, he became a TV star, then a movie star, then an Oscar winner."
"Williams was a rare, transcendent performer who excelled at nearly all his endeavors. One of the all-time great stand-up comedians, he became a TV star, then a movie star, then an Oscar winner."
Jimmy Fallon, Seth Meyers and Conan O’Brien pay tribute to Robin Williams on late night
Jimmy Fallon, Seth Meyers and Conan O’Brien pay tribute to Robin Williams on late night
"The hosts thanked and remembered one of the greatest late-night guests of all time"
"The hosts thanked and remembered one of the greatest late-night guests of all time"
The Daily Show: Robin Williams
www.dailykos.com/story/2014/08/12/1320932/-The-Daily-Show-Robin-Williams
"The Daily Show is on hiatus this week, but they've posted a repeat of Jon's last interview with Robin Williams, which originally aired on September 27, 2013."
"The Daily Show is on hiatus this week, but they've posted a repeat of Jon's last interview with Robin Williams, which originally aired on September 27, 2013."
August 12, 2014
“He had the hairiest hands and the warmest heart”: Regular people share their memories of meeting Robin Williams
“He had the hairiest hands and the warmest heart”: Regular people share their memories of meeting Robin Williams
"On social media, a slew of fans have recalled touching stories of small interactions with the star"
"On social media, a slew of fans have recalled touching stories of small interactions with the star"
7 Social Issues Robin Williams Brought To The Screen
www.thinkprogress.org/media/2014/08/12/3470260/robin-williams-social-issues/
"Robin Williams was serious about a lot of issues in his personal life, whether campaigning for a new G.I. bill, or raising money for Hurricane Katrina victims. But even in his funny moments on the screen, the comedian managed to bring to the fore a lot of important societal issues."
"Robin Williams was serious about a lot of issues in his personal life, whether campaigning for a new G.I. bill, or raising money for Hurricane Katrina victims. But even in his funny moments on the screen, the comedian managed to bring to the fore a lot of important societal issues."
Robin Williams' Movies, From 'Popeye' to 'The Butler,' Were Never Just One Thing
www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/08/11/robin-williams-movies_n_5670153.html
"The versatile actor began his career on television, but it was in the movies where Williams flourished. He scored four Oscar nominations in his life, including three Best Actor nods."
"The versatile actor began his career on television, but it was in the movies where Williams flourished. He scored four Oscar nominations in his life, including three Best Actor nods."
Meryl Streep, Cheryl Hines remember Robin Williams on morning shows
Meryl Streep, Cheryl Hines remember Robin Williams on morning shows
"Hollywood continued to process the sudden death of Robin Williams from late night well into Tuesday morning."
"Hollywood continued to process the sudden death of Robin Williams from late night well into Tuesday morning."
Fox News’ Shep Smith: Robin Williams was “such a coward”
Fox News’ Shep Smith: Robin Williams was “such a coward”
"While it’s not surprising (though still disappointing) to see someone criticize Williams for reaching such an anguished emotional state that death seemed to him the only way out, one would think folks could keep these sentiments to themselves — especially in the immediate aftermath of the tragic revelation."
"While it’s not surprising (though still disappointing) to see someone criticize Williams for reaching such an anguished emotional state that death seemed to him the only way out, one would think folks could keep these sentiments to themselves — especially in the immediate aftermath of the tragic revelation."
Robin Williams’ secret life as a video gamer: The online gaming community mourns one of its own
Robin Williams’ secret life as a video gamer: The online gaming community mourns one of its own
"Robin Williams was a dude who played the games they played and knew exactly why they played them."
"Robin Williams was a dude who played the games they played and knew exactly why they played them."
RIP Robin Williams: Watch His All-Time Best Performances
www.mediaite.com/online/rip-robin-williams-watch-his-all-time-best-performances/
"let’s face it, the man was an absolute legend. He was a wonderfully energetic maniac on-screen and on-stage"
"let’s face it, the man was an absolute legend. He was a wonderfully energetic maniac on-screen and on-stage"
GOP Official Uses Robin Williams’ Death to Boost Candidate
www.mediaite.com/online/gop-official-uses-robin-williams-death-to-boost-candidate/
"Needless to say this was not the most popular tweet of the evening, though Fields continued to respond to his critics"
"Needless to say this was not the most popular tweet of the evening, though Fields continued to respond to his critics"
President Obama Releases A Touching Tribute To The Late Robin Williams
www.politicususa.com/2014/08/11/president-obama-releases-touching-tribute-late-robin-williams.html
"The death of Robin Williams has caused a loss that may never be filled, and his impact on millions around the world made him worthy of being remembered by the president."
"The death of Robin Williams has caused a loss that may never be filled, and his impact on millions around the world made him worthy of being remembered by the president."
President Obama On The Passing Of Robin Williams – #RIPRobinWilliams
www.samuel-warde.com/2014/08/president-obama-robin-williams/
"President Obama said he was touched by Williams’ “immeasurable talent,” in a statement released by the White House Monday evening."
"President Obama said he was touched by Williams’ “immeasurable talent,” in a statement released by the White House Monday evening."
August 11, 2014
Open Thread - Robin Williams
Open Thread - Robin Williams
"Robin Williams, right before Obama's first inauguration, does a little stand up in London."
"Robin Williams, right before Obama's first inauguration, does a little stand up in London."
13 amazing Robin Williams moments we’ll never forget
13 amazing Robin Williams moments we’ll never forget
"From his early stand-up, to memorable roles in both TV and movies, a tribute to the man who made us laugh and cry"
"From his early stand-up, to memorable roles in both TV and movies, a tribute to the man who made us laugh and cry"
For millennials, Robin Williams was our childhood
For millennials, Robin Williams was our childhood
"From "Mrs. Doubtfire" to "Jumanji" to "Flubber," in '90s movies the Oscar-winner was a kid in a grown-up's body"
"From "Mrs. Doubtfire" to "Jumanji" to "Flubber," in '90s movies the Oscar-winner was a kid in a grown-up's body"
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