Author Archives: Mike Bock

Rick Steves, Travel Expert, Says Americans Should Learn From Europe’s Socialism And Outlook

Posted on March 25, 2009 by Mike Bock

I’ve enjoyed watching a PBS travel show, “Rick Steves’ Europe.” Its moderator, Rick Steves, has a great disposition, and shows great insight and thoughtfulness. Steves has been a world traveler for many years and recently he summarized a lot of … Continue reading →

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Robert Greenwald Posts First Two Of Five Parts Of Documentary, “Rethink Afghanistan,” On You-Tube

Posted on March 23, 2009 by Mike Bock

I just noticed in the NYT that filmmaker Robert Greenwald has released the first two parts of his new documentary about Afghanistan on You-tube. There will be five parts to the documentary when finished. The NYT says “Mr. Greenwald is … Continue reading →

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How A Lazy Disinterested Prince Came To Relish Learning, Treasure Understanding, Delight in Insight

Posted on March 23, 2009 by Mike Bock

I like the word, “relish.” I finally looked it up. I see in my worn out Webster’s Ninth New Collegiate Dictionary, “relish” means 1: characteristic flavor; esp : pleasing, or zestful flavor. 2 : a quantity just sufficient to flavor … Continue reading →