MySpace User Data Being Sold Amidst Corporate Collapse

On March 17, 2010, in Media, Politics, Social Media, Tech, by Trent Lapinski

To be read in the voice of Simpson’s character Troy McClure Hi, I’m blogger Trent Lapinski. You may remember me from such articles as “MySpace: The Business of Spam 2.0” and “MySpace Founder Speaks Out Against News Corp“. /end Troy McClure voice. On a more serious note, according to ReadWriteWeb, Slashdot, and PCWorld.com MySpace is [...]

Obama Says Screw You to California and Budget Crisis

On June 16, 2009, in Drugs, Life, Politics, The Bowl, by Trent Lapinski

I love how Obama has no problem bailing out his buddies at GM, AIG, and has completely reversed his opinion on pork barrel spending. Worse yet, he’s even trying to potentially cover up meeting with executives at coal companies. The White House on Tuesday dashed hopes that the federal government would help California overcome a [...]

Iranians Apparently Understand Democracy Better Than Americans

On June 15, 2009, in Life, Media, Politics, by Trent Lapinski

While I do not condone the violence that has errupted in Iran, there is something to be said about a country where people actually still stand up for what they believe in (on both sides of their political fence). Iran recently had a Presidential election, the results of which are being disputed, and the people [...]

Why My Blog Looks Like A Newspaper

On June 5, 2009, in Apple, Life, Media, Music, Philosophy, Play, Plugs, Politics, Tech, The Bowl, Women, by Trent Lapinski

In college I confirmed just how stupid all my peers actually were, at Loreal I learned esthetics, at LiveUniverse I learned the importance of user interface design and marketing, and at Playboy I learned the beauty of airbrushing. Combine these experiences and let me tell you all a little something: Appearance is everything. If you [...]

Return To The Renaissance

On January 29, 2009, in Life, Philosophy, Politics, by Trent Lapinski

Capitalism is failing us, and by the time we implement socialist systems to pick up where capitalism has let us down we are faced with very trying times. With layoffs in the masses both at home and abroad, the entire world is sinking into a depression. Greed, corruption, and fear have replaced the American way, [...]

Vote Barack Obama

On November 3, 2008, in Life, Politics, by Trent Lapinski

I voted early today in California. I had to drive a good 45-minutes from my home to go vote today, so if I was able to do it today, it means you can do it tomorrow. This could possibly be one of the most important elections in a generation. Under the Republicans and the Bush [...]

Dear Barak Obama, I’m 22 I Just Got Laid Off, and I Can’t Afford College – Please Help

On October 16, 2008, in Health, Life, Politics, Work, by Trent Lapinski

Dear Barak Obama, My name is Trent Lapinski, I’m 22, and I use to be from the middle class. Instead I’ve lost two jobs this year. In fact, I just got laid off on Oct. 15th. I’ve had to move several times this year because of the unstable housing market. I can’t afford to go [...]

We’re In A Recession and You’re All Invited!

On October 9, 2008, in Life, Politics, by Trent Lapinski

I blame Bush, and his administration. Is it wrong that I’m kind of enjoying watching the 1% finally understand what the rest of us have been going through? You get what you vote for…

Where Are The Presidential Bumper Stickers?

On July 23, 2008, in Politics, by Trent Lapinski

I live in Los Angeles, and like most people in LA I spend a lot of time in my car trolling the parking lots formerly referred to as freeways. I have to take at least two of these “freeways” to get to and from work, as you can probably imagine I see my fair share [...]

California’s Hands-Free Law Is A Scam: Time To Tax Horsepower?

On July 2, 2008, in Politics, Tech, by Trent Lapinski

I’m tired of hearing about how the new “hands-free” law will save lives. According to the California Highway Patrol there were only 6 accidents that resulted in fatalities in 2006 as a result of cell phone use. In fact, over 90 people died in California during a 12-day heat-wave in July of 2006 from hot [...]