The Egg has seen an influx of new visitors this week —
A very sticky welcome!
And to those of you who are fellow US citizens…
As I’ve mentioned here before, I’m a Star Trek fan. But not so big that I would attend the annual Creation Star Trek Convention in Las Vegas (or even notice an article about it until months later).
But notice it today I did.
Trekkers at the convention attempted to rank all the movies in the franchise from best to worst. It’s no surprise that Star Trek II Wrath of Khan topped the list, and even less that the most recent Star Trek Into Darkness landed at the bottom. After all, these are the most rabid fans.
And the movie these Trekkers placed in the #7 slot?
Galaxy Quest, a hilarious 1999 send-up of the series and its fan base.
During the convention, Quest held the #1 and #2 spots early in the voting before slipping to the halfway mark to split the other 12 Star Trek movies.
Makes me like these geeks even more!
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Foodies have the James Beard Awards. But what’s out there for Cheetos lovers like me?
The Munchies
The self-proclaimed ‘People’s Choice Food Awards,’ The Munchies recognize the “most amazing tastes, faces and places in the food world.”
Thirteen culinary experts have selected 100 nominees in 20 categories. I mean, when comedian Michael Ian Black , co-host of the “Mike & Tom Eat Snacks” podcast, is on the selection committee —
You know it’s legit. And fun.
Of course, you would expect New York City to be well-represented in any food competition. But I was excited to see some local spots in the running, including our neighborhood coffee shop Joe in the “Coolest Coffee Shop” category.
So, cast your vote today! The contest closes April 30th. Remember, this one matters most because…
It’s the people’s choice.
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Modern Family and Melissa McCarthy may have taken home the Emmys this year, but my money’s on her in 2012.
This is one campaign I hope never ends. (Sorry, Ben.)
Do you watch Parks and Recreation? No?? Well, good Lord, man — start! It’s one of the funniest things on TV.
Here’s a sample quote from last night’s show:
Waiter: Would you like any wine to start?
Leslie: Yes, and I’m gonna be direct and honest with you. I would like a glass of red wine and I’ll take the cheapest one you have because I can’t tell the difference.
Woman after my own heart.
Vote Knope!
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Gratitude
I watch a lot of awards shows, and often the celebrities are so jaded, it’s uncomfortable to watch them win. They come across arrogant or bored or even embarrassed to be there.
So it’s fun to watch someone win their first award — after decades in the business — and be joyful and sincere and probably win over an entire new demographic of fans in the process.
Good for you, Craig. I’ve always voted for you.
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