Today, I’ll be interviewed on “The Blog Bunker,” on Sirius’ Indie Talk 110. I’m really looking forward to it. I’ve been able to listen to a few earlier broadcasts in preparation, where they interviewed the writers of The Malcontent and the Proletariat, and I’m amazed to hear how seriously they talk about political bloggers – “the new journalists.” Whoa. I have to say that it hasn’t occurred to me – even for a minute – that I’m anywhere near that important (I’m probably not…).
Hopefully, I’ll be able to get an MP3 of the show to put up here, or at least a link, for the all-but-one of you who lack Sirius radio. Otherwise, hint hint, three day free trial.
From what I’m hearing, the host, Joe Salzone, seems like someone I’ll get along with. While we’re not of one mind politically, he’s an independent libertarian, and I expect us to have a lot of common ground.
Anyways, all of this puts me in a reflective mood. Over the past two months and a half months, I’ve tried to hit a few themes on this site, themes that I hope will come up on the air. Recap:
- America is built on a commitment to progress – technological, scientific, and (most importantly) societal – that ought to come before individual biases and fears of the future.
- Our Constitution is a liberal construct, built for a growing nation, upon the promise of growing – rather than static – liberty.
- Democracy requires that facts come before spin, and demands an informed electorate.
- But, sometimes, you have to fight spin with spin.
Hmm. Those might be the big points. Wish me luck. I’m sad that Tim’s not here to do the show too, but apparently we’ll get to do it again, once he’s back from Iraq (just heard from him again – he’s okay!).
And, again on a reflective note, a heartfelt thanks to everyone who reads and enjoys this site.
Good luck.
Posted by Henry Dubb | July 9, 2008, 10:10 amThanks buddy. I heard you on it, you did well! How’d you get an MP3, by the way?
Posted by Ames | July 9, 2008, 10:12 amYou’re the best and we love you. Have fun tonite and we will be listening with rapt attention!!
Padre
Posted by Dad | July 9, 2008, 10:14 amthis is wonderful!
and, might i remind you of my prescience regarding your success …
http://didionville.com/2008/05/06/another-amazing-blog/
but enough about me …
always remember, too, that you have a real gift, beyond your obvious intelligence. you have established an atmosphere that is gracious and inclusive and sincere and spirited and filled with humor … i suspect this environment reflects your personality. i think the more people who can visit ames’ world, the better!
good luck!
Posted by didionsmommy | July 9, 2008, 11:47 amI use Replay A/V. I set it up to record and if all works well, I’ll send you a link to it.
Posted by Henry Dubb | July 9, 2008, 12:18 pmalways remember, too, that you have a real gift, beyond your obvious intelligence. you have established an atmosphere that is gracious and inclusive and sincere and spirited and filled with humor … i suspect this environment reflects your personality. i think the more people who can visit ames’ world, the better!
Nicest comment ever! I’m flattered, but I don’t think the atmosphere is entirely of my own creation; I suspect certain frequent readers/commenters might have something to do with it too :-).
And thanks dad!! It looks like, Henry Dubb willing, I’ll get a recording too!
Posted by Ames | July 9, 2008, 1:12 pm2nd-ing the good luck wishes; knock ‘em dead!
Posted by John | July 9, 2008, 1:51 pmGood luck, Ames—I’m certain you’ll do well.
Posted by Radioactive afikomen | July 9, 2008, 1:52 pmWe’re so proud of you and your intellectually inclusive worldly views! Congratulations and we cannot wait to talk to you after the show. Love you! 3KC
PS Who would have thought that your argumentative and challenging side would have been used for good…aside from annoying me? Love, Al (obviously not mom)
Posted by Mom and Al | July 9, 2008, 5:31 pmYou can download or link from here.
http://proletariat.files.wordpress.com/2008/07/blogbunker.mp3
I am not sure how tech wise you are, but word press has an audio tag to embed audio.
[audio http://proletariat.files.wordpress.com/2008/07/blogbunker.mp3%5D
Posted by Henry Dubb | July 9, 2008, 6:34 pmThanks so much Henry!
Posted by Ames | July 9, 2008, 6:43 pm