Episode 12: Hitler's Balls

In this speed-dating version of the News Cruise, Megan and Chris discuss real-life Furbies, desert animals, and the late 1930s British obsession with their enemies' testicles.




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WOW, I am terrible at blogging. Granted, I had a rough couple of weeks but after weeks of not updating, I've run out of excuses other than just being pure lazy. This episode of The News Cruise was cut short because Chris and I were being good DJ's and supporting local music, better yet, supporting local music supported by our radio station WUAG. Workday Schoolnight opened for Rafter at "The Gathering Spot" (aka "The Gspot") on Tate Street. I have to say, I was pretty impressed with the music, venue and, eventually, the turnout of the crowd-save for a few obnoxious dancers (not really my style).

On to the news stories:

We opened with a story about history; Hitler only had one ball! Also, the big 3 (Ford, GM, and Chrysler) are broke, yet flying their private jets is still mere pocket change.

In "Cute, Tragic, and Disgusting Animal Stories" Chris and I discuss the return of the rats to Hamelin. A cute(?) animal is rediscovered after 80 years of being thought extinct. A 90 year old turtle finally gets his groove back, but has an affinity for the wrong species. And who can ever deny the awesomeness of a dog in a wheelchair?

We cut "Crime" short, but it was still interesting no less. A law student takes justice into his own hands. And, you can't be a druggie hipster and green.

In "News Cruise for the People:" we report a story about a guy who proposes toilets for Mt Everest. And, if you want to feel like a quadrillionaire, go to Zimbabwe. I said "feel," you'll actually only have about 1.00 USD.

And finally, because it's been a week, I can't remember if Chris and I talked about our natural awkwardness, but it may have been apparent even without us talking about it.

I must also add that after The News Cruise, in retrieving our bicycles from the bike rack on Tate Street, Chris and I saw two dudes drunkenly get into their car. When they pulled out, backed into the adjacent car. Being the good civilians that us News Cruisers are, we called the police. We reported it as accurately as possible (license plate # and everything!), and as we talking to the police the owner of the car came out. It turned out to be no other than fellow WUAGer, DJ Prez! I found out I had the same birthday as the lady cop. The police left us with hope that the guys would be found and, a couple of days later, they found the guys. and I'm assuming the correct actions were taken to make sure they were responsible for their actions.

So what did we learn this week readers/listeners? Support WUAG in its endeavor to have a new venue. Listen to the News Cruise, even when it's shortened, and DON'T DRINK AND DRIVE!

And, as always, any questions, comments, suggestions, hate mail, or news stories can be directed to thenewscruise@gmail.com

Thanks for listening and again, I apologize for the lack up updates.
-Meg

Chris' Twits

Well, I lost the challenge. Megan successfully tweeted enough times over the past week. So in accordance with the rules of the challenge, I have begun to tweet.

Check it out.