There was a story in The Washington Post about Ivan Gulanov, a Russian investigative reporter on alleged drug possession charges. Some of the circumstances were eerily similar to the book Red Notice, I had just finished reading. This 2015 book is the true story about a lawyer who took on corruption in corporate Russia. It was recommended to me by a Russian emigre to the US, … [Read more...] about Why “Red Notice” Is More Relevant Than Ever
Archives for October 2019
Home Improvement USA – November 2019
On the November 2019 edition of the Home Improvement USA Radio Show, learn about technology for the home from HomeOn. Having clear gutters is discussed with Kevin Leahy from Spout Off along with home safety with John Drengenberg from Underwriters Laboratories in Northbrook, IL. Disaster preparation information is also featured on the show. … [Read more...] about Home Improvement USA – November 2019
Familiar Demons Drag Down 2019 Bears in 16-17 loss to Chargers
"Hello Darkness My Old Friend." 2019 was supposed to be a different year for the Chicago Bears. A reigning Coach of the Year, a third-year quarterback who with the potential for a next step, a defense that looked to remain dominant. They even signed a kicker not named Cody Parkey. And yet, after a 17-16 loss that included a missed field goal at the final second, the Bears … [Read more...] about Familiar Demons Drag Down 2019 Bears in 16-17 loss to Chargers
2019 Chicago Bears hit low-point of Nagy-era in loss vs Saints
The Bears' first drive since their bye last week was a one-yard run by Tarik Cohen, a six-yard completion by Mitchell Trubisky to Allen Robinson and an incompletion to Robinson. Two weeks to prepare a statement drive netted seven total yards in a three-and-out. Pat O'Donnell's ensuing punt was blocked and punched out of the back of the end zone by him, giving the Saints a quick … [Read more...] about 2019 Chicago Bears hit low-point of Nagy-era in loss vs Saints
2019 Bears just don’t have enough in loss to Raiders
It was ugly, exciting, and ugly again as the Chicago Bears simply couldn't muster up enough magic to beat the Oakland Raiders in London on Sunday. Khalil Mack's "revenge game" was made a dud by strong offensive line play and smart playcalling from Raiders coach Jon Gruden, who said in the locker room in a pass at the Bears' Club Dub, "I don’t have a disco, but let’s all start … [Read more...] about 2019 Bears just don’t have enough in loss to Raiders