There's an interesting article on the realism of the Sopranos on Mr Showbiz News (thanks Jeff Magill). Speaking of the Sopranos, here's a VCR alert: I've started seeing promos on HBO for a week-long marathon of the first season of The Sopranos, which will run two episodes per night starting December 26. Details are on HBO's The Sopranos site where they also have a countdown calendar ticking off the days until the second season starts on January 16, as well as a local copy of the new season promo and word on where to order the soundtrack CD... "Woke up this morning..."

Link of the Day: The Satanic Hampster Dance. Thanks Will Lawler.
Story of the Day: Cyber-Celeb Mahir Tours U.S.. I kiss you! Thanks Cyrus.
Bonus Story: Why Is Bill Gates Mad at John Vanderslice? Thanks Steve Strickland.