While the rest of the country sorted through celebrity crypto commercials and a game of football to enjoy the Super Bowl Halftime Show, Donald Trump Jr. sat in his office, ranting about everything from Bob Woodward to Hillary Clinton and Watergate before concluding that his dad is right … about everything.
Don Jr. streamed his unhinged tirade during the big game last night, attacking a host of people he views as responsible for the latest “smear campaign” against his father. Recently, Trump has been in the news thanks to an investigation into alleged activity between a server linked to the Trump Organization and two servers belonging to a Russian bank known as Alfa Bank. The communication between the servers was first noticed by computer data scientists in 2016 and used by Hillary Clinton’s campaign as a tactic to cast doubt on Trump’s relationship with Russia. Last year, Trump-appointed special counsel John Durham indicted a cybersecurity lawyer who passed information about the Trump-Alfa Bank connection to the FBI but failed to disclose his working relationship with the Clinton campaign.
Despite prominent computer scientists continuing to back their findings — that Trump’s server had suspicious communication with the Russian bank’s servers over the course of his campaign and presidency — Don Jr. and the rest of Trump’s supporters are pointing to the indictment as proof that Clinton and other Democrats were spying on Trump for years. And he chose to make this argument during the Super Bowl for some reason.
Junior decided to put on his own chemically-enhanced halftime show last night, going on a deranged rant about Bob Woodward, Hillary, and Watergate. He finally concludes that his dad is always right about everything. pic.twitter.com/WCs18VsSbt
In the video above, Don Jr. can be seen skewering Clinton and name-checking journalist Bob Woodward — who he says has been “milking” his Watergate expose for 40 years — before claiming that the server scandal has been created by Dems to make his dad look bad.
“This is worse than Watergate,” a squinty-eyed Trump yells at the camera. “Given that spying continued into my father’s presidency, this is literally worse than Watergate. Trump was right. Trump was right about everything guys.”
Now it’s not clear whether Don Jr. is distracted in the video or just looking down to make sure he doesn’t miss the “compare something to Watergate” cue on his notecards but either way, you can tell this dude really believes his delusions because of all the finger bunnies he breaks out in the minute-long clip.
In recent days, it has been reported that Ye (aka Kanye West) and Julia Fox’s relationship has been on the downtrend recently. Now, it appears Fox has confirmed that and more: Based on how she tells it, it looks like she and Ye have broken up.
Pop Crave reports Fox responded to rumors that she was seen leaving LAX in tears, “Y’all would love if I was soooo upset! The media would love to paint a picture of me a sad lonely woman crying on a plane by myself but it’s NOT TRUE!! Why not see me for what I am which is a #1 hustler. I came up yall lol and not only that but Kanye and I are on good terms! I have love for him but I wasn’t in love w the man Jesus Christ what do u guys think I am 12 years old?! and for the record the only time I cried in 2022 was on Feb 6th on my dead BFF bday. Anyway If u want the full tea ur gonna have to buy the book when it comes out :).”
“Why not see me for what I am which is a #1 hustler. I came up yall lol and not only that but Kanye and I are on good terms! I have love for him but I wasn’t in love with the man Jesus Christ what do yiu think I am, 12 years old?!”
Furthermore, a representative for Fox told E! and Page Six, “Julia and Kanye remain good friends and collaborators, but they are no longer together.”
Meanwhile, hours ago on Instagram, Ye posted about how he is still hoping for a reunion with Kim Kardashian, writing, “I DON’T HAVE BEEF WITH KIM I LOVE MY FAMILY SO STOP THAT NARRATIVE IM NOT GIVING UP ON MY FAMILY […] I HAVE FAITH THAT WE‘LL BE BACK TOGETHER […] PEOPLE CALL ME CRAZY BUT TO BE IN LOVE IS TO BE CRAZY ABOUT SOMETHING AND I AM CRAZY ABOUT MY FAMILY HAPPY VALENTINES.” In a post shared shortly after, he asked that if fans see “Skete” (it’s believed this is referring to Pete Davidson) in real life, they “SCREAM AT YHE LOOSER AT THE TOP OF YOUR LUNGS AND SAY KIMYE FOREVER.”
Don’t get me wrong, I love flowers, chocolates, and fluffy teddy bears as much as the next gal. That shit makes me swoon like the final scene of a cheesy rom-com. But when it comes to Valentine’s Day, there’s more to it than romantic gestures, fancy dinners, and sugary treats. It’s about getting intimate with your favorite person (or with yourself) and learning more about each other both emotionally and physically.
To put it more bluntly, it’s about making love, getting laid, shagging — whatever you want to call it. And there’s no better time than Valentine’s Day to experiment in the bedroom and live out your (consensual, respectfully discussed) wildest fantasies.
This, of course, requires setting the mood. Smooth jazz music and aphrodisiacs are great, but what can really step up the romantic ambiance is the gift exchange. When the sun goes down and you’re ready to hit the hay (wink, wink), break out the products below. I’ve gathered a list of sexy gifts that are sure to put you and your Valentine in the mood.
OhMiBod’s Lovelife Rev
OhMiBod
Price: $69
The Company Line:
The Lovelife Rev by OhMiBod is the personal intimate massager you never knew you were missing. Ideal for foreplay, oral sex, and the main event, this easy-grip finger massager delivers a purring vibration to all the right places. It’s designed with accessibility in mind, featuring an ergonomic design that’s easy to hold. The quiet yet powerful Lovelife Rev is made with body-friendly silicone, includes five present pulsations, waterproof material, and USB rechargeable.
The Bottom Line:
The bottom line is that this toy is basically an orgasm waiting to happen (for both parties involved). Not only does this handheld, rechargeable vibrator take your sex life up a notch (or ten notches), but it’s also accessible and easy to use for couples of all kinds.
It’s a simple yet highly effective tool to keep things fun and interesting with your partner.
Artistry is perfected from a blend of five classic Bordeaux varieties to showcase the very best of each year’s harvest. Sourced from St. Helena, Oakville, Diamond Mountain, and Pope Valley for their ability to offer rich and supple fruit flavors with well-integrated tannins.
The Bottom Line:
There’s nothing like a tall glass of red to get things going. Loosen up by opening a bottle of this Girard Artistry blend that’s rich in flavor and goes down smooth.
These gourmet chocolates are chock full of aphrodisiac herbs to boost arousal and sensitivity. This specific blend is designed to enhance libido and improve sensation with a subtle amaretto flavor.
The Bottom Line:
Chocolate is a Valentine’s Day essential, so you might as well opt for something that gets you riled up (and I’m not talking about the sugar high). Let’s just say these fanciful chocolates became a viral TikTok trend for a reason.
Plus, this might be the most affordable Valentine’s Day gift ever.
The Company Line:Take your at-home spa day to the next level. Euka Wellness Shower Bombs are made with a proprietary blend of essential oils designed to open your airways, relax your body, and transform your mood.
Feel at ease — our Shower bombs are all-natural, organic, and preservative-free. Shower bombs come in four uplifting scents: Breath Well, Happy, Calm, and Detox.
The Bottom Line:
What better way to get intimate with your partner than by hopping in a hot shower? It’s the perfect steamy finale for your romantic holiday celebration. These deliciously scented bombs will infuse your shower with all the cleansing aromatic vibes you could ask for.
Lovehoney Oh! Kinky Confessions Truth or Dare Card Game
Lovehoney Oh!
Price: $8.99
The Company Line:If you’ve always wanted to find out more about what your partner prefers in the bedroom, then grab yourself these cheeky cards and find out! With 52 sexy “Would You Rather” questions, take it in turns to reveal your preferences.
To play the game, simply shuffle the cards and pick out ten at random, then take it in turns to read the questions to each other. Some of the questions included are, ‘”Would you rather have sex in the bath or shower?,” “Would you rather eat chocolate sauce or ice cream off your partner’s body?,” and “Would you rather spank or be spanked?”
The Bottom Line:
This game is where intimacy meets playful fun. It’s an excellent tool for creating a safe space to talk with your partner openly about what you love in the bedroom. This can help you get to know each other a little better and ultimately bring you closer as a couple — that’s important.
Strict, bossy, or belligerent old woman. This premium, small-batch vodka is handcrafted and distilled in Ovid, New York from local, organic corn grown by fifth-generation farmers. Bottled in glass bottles handblown from recycled glass and sealed with a signature black wax. At 88 proof, Harridan is not your traditional vodka — cheers to the spirit of defiance! This vodka is both woman-owned and gluten-free.
The Bottom Line:
This vodka is basically made from unapologetic, strong women. The kind of women who aren’t afraid to embrace their sexuality and try new things in the bedroom. It’s the ultimate Valentine’s Day libation — create festive cocktails using sweet mixers to set the tone of the evening.
Made with skin-softening jojoba and soybean oils, this hand-poured massage candle is unscented and made with a 100 percent cotton, lead-free wick and cruelty-free ingredients. Once melted and extinguished, it can be poured on the skin. Scent no. 1 is blended with warming notes of amber, cedar leaf, lemongrass, tonka bean, and Medjool date.
The Bottom Line:
This gift will literally light up the level of intimacy between you and your partner. Set the mood and burn this earthy candle during dinner, then use the wax for some flaming hot foreplay you’ll be thinking about for days. (Yes, I went there.)
Tap into your bolder side of sexy in this red-hot plunging bodysuit, designed to make a fiery, showstopping appearance! Anouchka’s floral eyelash-lace details highlight your curves, while the sexy G-string and open-back details may just be ready to bear it all. Whether you’re layering this curve-loving look during the day or making your daring move at night, there’s no telling where the next hour will take you…
The Bottom Line:
Is it really Valentine’s Day without lingerie? It’s safe to say your partner’s jaw will hit the floor the second you step out in this sexy red bodysuit.
Release the wild side in you with the “Wild at Heart” mini-vibe! Don’t let the size fool you. The “Wild at Heart” is a powerful clitoral stimulator with three speeds and seven orgasmic, pulsating, vibrating patterns. Rechargeable, water-resistant, and made from silky soft silicone, the “Wild at Heart” is discreet enough to throw in your bag and go with you wherever your next adventure takes you. So stay curious, try new things, and always stay “Wild at Heart.”
The Bottom Line:
It’s a heart-shaped vibrator, for Cupid’s sake. There isn’t a more perfect toy out there for a Valentine’s Day sexscapade. This is the one thing where size actually doesn’t matter. Its mini form makes it easy to bring added pleasure with you anywhere. So you’ll be ready for spontaneity and adventure with your partner at any moment.
Whoop it up in bed with Woo Hoo! With its smooth and buttery texture, this coconut passion fruit flavored sex lube effortlessly enhances all the pleasures of intimacy. Got an oral craving? Tasty Woo Hoo is great for making foreplay and sex even more exciting.
The Bottom Line:
Good lube is an easy way to enhance sex with your partner. But when you add enticing, edible flavors to the mix? Well, that’s a whole other level of pleasure.
Weed and sex. Two of the best parts about being alive, besides dogs, friends, and other drugs of course. While the old-school way of incorporating weed into your… romantic interactions — simply sharing a joint with your partner — still works great, an explosion in specified products has revolutionized the cannasexual realm.
Lubes, tinctures, edibles, serums, suppositories, and more are aimed at heightening pleasure, reducing pain, and relaxing the anxiety that often messes with performance or your ability to climax. Unlike other arenas in the cannabis space (like celebrity weed brands or CBD hot sauce) that leave you asking… por que? Cannabis sex products have blown up because they’re so goddamn effective. They really help people, sparking sexual awakenings, healing trauma, saving partnerships, and everything in between.
There’s a scientific explanation as to why weed and sex pair together like a euphoric ying-yang. THC is a vasodilator, meaning that it widens the blood vessels, therefore allowing blood to flow more freely through the capillaries, enhancing sensation. While CBD can reduce pain, inflammation, and relax nerves, THC is, in my opinion, where the money is if you’re in it to up your pleasure game.
And what better a time to start than Valentine’s Day? Don’t let capitalism trick you into thinking this holiday has to be a stressful obligation to spend a ton of money. You can celebrate love by just having sex and doing weed about it! Here are some fun, sexy, and stoney products to remind you what this holiday is really all about.
Another cool thing about the cannasexual arena is that it’s largely for women, by women. While men of course benefit from these products, they’re really more tailored to enhancing the female experience.
Such is the case with Quim, a woman-owned brand that’s been my go-to in this arena for years now. My favorite of her products is Night Moves, a THC heavy oil with damiana to enhance libido, and tea tree to support proactive vaginal health.
Bottom Line:
This is my favorite cannabis sex product, because I use it to increase pleasure, not decrease pain. Perfect for fun nights with your partner if you want to spice it up and get a little wild.
Another of my woman-owned favs is the Highly Orgasmic CBD Pleasure Oil from Her Highness, an NYC brand for the chic and savvy “ouid girl” in all of us. This is an extremely giftable and high-quality product, exquisite in execution from the packaging to the oil itself.
The formula was concocted by a professional female herbalist (girl power!) and contains botanicals aimed at increasing wetness and relaxing muscles. This is not a lube. This is an orgasm enhancer.
Bottom Line:
This product is great if you struggle with pain, anxiety, endometriosis, or other issues with reaching climax. It works…really well.
Ahh, suppositories. Hilarious? A little. Effective? A lot. Seriously, for period pain, any kind of internal female issues sexual or not, nothing works better than CBD suppositories. It’s actually insane how well Mello’s CBD suppositories work. You can feel the pain melt away from the inside out.
This is true when it comes to sex, too. Unlike oils, serums, and lubes, which take 20-40 minutes to take effect (an awkward amount of time to preempt the sexual experience, which often happens spontaneously), the “lower body bliss” as they call it, will hit you 5-10 minutes after, well, insertion.
Bottom (lol) Line:
Whether for fun or function, Mello’s CBD suppositories are great, surely one of the most positive things you can stick up your ass.
1906 has a whole line of “LOVE” products that are super effective and won’t break the bank. These, to me, feel more like something you would buy for yourself than gift a partner, but either way, they’ll get the job done.
Their proprietary Love blend contains five herbs renowned as aphrodisiacs around the world. Damiana, ashwagandha, muira puama, catuaba…you get the point. This blend is available in three forms, drops (swallowable pills), chocolates and chocolate-covered espresso beans, and range between 2.5-5mg THC:CBD per serving.
Bottom Line:
Mild yet psychoactive options for the low dose cannasexual queens (and kings)!
Yay for another woman-owned brand! Yummi Karma slays the tincture arena, with fun, fem-oriented flavors that titillate and delight, as opposed to the rest of the products in the tincture genre which tastes more like the bottom of a bog.
My absolute favorite of their products is Love Potion. This herbal aphrodisiac contains THC, CBD, passionflower, guarana, ginseng, turmeric, and natural strawberry flavoring.
Bottom Line:
Sweet, sexy, uplifting, and hot, this tincture is perfect for elevating your body AND your mind.
Kikoko’s Sensualitea is great for those seeking a softer, more stoned experience. This product is definitely geared more towards casual users than newbies looking to experiment by incorporating weed into their sex life. 7mg is a fabulous dosage to enhance intimacy for someone like me, but if you’re new to weed, I think it would be far too much to start with.
Aside from dosing, everything about this tea from the woman-owned Kikoko is beautiful. Hibiscus cardamom rose flavor, with hints of lavender, licorice, orange peel, and, of course, weed.
Bottom line:
Great for stoners, but too strong for noobs, check out this tea, and send some noods.
Another woman-owned brand, but this time, it’s lube! While the rest of our topicals on this list are epic for enhancing pleasure, they don’t work like a kinky sex lube like this Velvet Swing does. And most importantly, it’s condom safe!
Most oils and lubes are not condom or toy safe as they contain ingredients that eat away at the latex. Designed by a dominatrix and activist named Mistress Matisse, this soft, velvety lube contains a balanced ratio of THC to CBD, and aims at enhancing pleasure AND safety.
Bottom Line:
Surely the most adventurous product on our sexy little list, cop some Velvet Swing and let your freak flag fly!
While not a traditional intimacy product per se, the gorgeous new Herbacee cannabis beverage from weed hospitality guru Jamie Evans is the perfect wine alternative for setting the mood. I’ve said this for years, but I personally do not find alcohol to be a suitable aphrodisiac, even if it is wine.
For me, it lowers my vibration and ability to experience physical sensation and eventually makes me sleepy/a bitch. Herbacee gives you all the euphoric, realizing, and fun properties of your first few drinks of alcohol, without all the icky shit that comes with it. Akin to a sparkling rose, Herbacee contains a balanced ratio of 5mg THC:CBD per serving, and sets a mood that’s just right.
Bottom line:
Ditch the wine and the possibility of drunken arguments on love’s special day. Instead, elevate your experience into something magical with this sexy, effervescent delight.
For the latter, Sweeney was asked to name a moment in her career where she was doubted. “A casting director told me once that I will never be on a TV show,” she replied. “Now, I’m on some of the biggest TV shows in the world.” Some big movies, too.
Sweeney remembered another encounter:
“I had someone tell me once, it was [someone’s] mother, actually… I’m a very active person. I get hurt. I get bruises. I get cuts. I think I came back from laser tag, and I had rug burns all over my legs because I got really into it. And she sat me up on the counter and told me that no boy will ever love me if I have marks on my body. I told her, well, I guess I’m just gonna have to love myself.”
A live look at the casting director and that person’s mother:
Raveena just released her latest album, Asha Awakening, on February 11th, a psychedelic R&B album centered on a celestial princess from ancient Punjab, weaving her way through love and chaos. One of our “Artists To Watch” for February, Raveena is wasting no time announcing a tour in support of the gorgeous record.
Following her mid-April Coachella appearances, Raveena’s headlining tour begins in Oakland on April 24th, then courses through North America before culminating with a final stop in Los Angeles on May 28th. She’ll be supported by Fana Hues on the tour, who just announced a new project of her own.
Ticket pre-sale begins 02/16 at 10 am local time and general on-sale begins 2/18 here. Check out Raveena’s full tour dates below.
4/15 — Indio, CA @ Coachella
4/22 — Indio, CA @ Coachella
4/24 — Oakland, CA @ The New Parish*
4/28 — Portland, OR @ Hawthorne Theatre*
4/29 — Seattle, WA @ Neumos*
4/30 — Vancouver, BC @ Imperial Vancouver*
5/4 — Denver, CO @ Larimer Lounge*
5/7 — Chicago, IL @ Lincoln Hall*
5/8 — Detroit, MI @ El Club*
5/9 — Toronto, ON @ Opera House*
5/12 — Philadelphia, PA @ The Foundry at The Fillmore*
5/13 — Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club*
5/15 — Allston, MA @ Brighton Music Hall*
5/16 — New York, NY @ Irving Plaza*
5/18 — Atlanta, GA @ Terminal West*
5/21 — Austin, TX @ The Parish*
5/22 — Dallas, TX @ House of Blues – Cambridge Room*
5/24 — Phoenix, AZ @ Crescent Ballroom*
5/28 — Los Angeles, CA @ El Rey Theatre*
* = w/ Fana Hues
Asha’s Awakening is out now via Warner Records. Listen to it here.
Raveena is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
After debuting his new song “Magic” in Naomi Osaka’s new Beats By Dre ad, Vince Staples gives the Mustard-produced song an official release. “Magic” features a Mustard-standard, post-hyphy beat that gives Vince plenty of real estate to sprawl out and once again explain his Long Beach-bred point of view. Toward the end, the beat breaks down, with live horns backing a spoken-word outro by Mustard himself, who details how making it out is an example of “magic” and praises fellow Beacher Vince despite coming from “the other side” of the city.
“Magic” is largely considered to be the first single from Vince’s upcoming album Ramona Park Broke My Heart, which he subtly hinted he’d finished after connecting with another veteran West Coast producer, DJ Quik. Ramona Park Broke My Heart will be Vince’s second album in as many years after dropping his critically-acclaimed self-titled project last year. He may also have even more projects in the works after revealing that he’d recorded 30 verses over different beats with Alchemist for a project that may end up also featuring Earl Sweatshirt. Alchemist later suggested that the duo had completed a whole EP, but for now, it seems Vince is focused on rolling out the long-awaited solo album dedicated to the neighborhood where he grew up. With Mustard and Quik involved, it looks like Vince is departing from his usual chaotic soundscapes, suggesting his most mainstream-friendly project to date.
The last time NBA All-Star Weekend was in Cleveland, an 18-year-old rookie named Kobe Bryant won the Slam Dunk Contest. To secure the title, he defeated Michael Finley, Ray Allen, Bobby Sura, and Chris Carr. Seated courtside among the 1997 All-Stars who witnessed the high-flying bravado from young Kobe that night was Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Terrell Brandon.
Twenty-five years later — as his adopted hometown prepares to host All-Star Weekend once again — Brandon recalls the athletic display of brilliance from Bryant that culminated in a between-the-legs windmill dunk to win it. But more than the swagger and above-the-rim heroics from the budding superstar, it was a conversation that Terrell had with Kobe before the contest began that he treasures the most.
“I was so tired when I got to the Dunk Contest,” Brandon said while thinking back on the last All-Star weekend in Cleveland. “When you’re the All-Star host, you have a lot of commitments. There are a lot of interview requests, a lot of places that are pulling at you. Sponsors have events, Nike needs you to make appearances, this and that, there’s a lot of places you have to be. It was fun, but it was also exhausting.”
Terrell earned a spot on the Eastern Conference All-Star team for the second-straight season in 1997. As Cleveland’s only participant in Sunday’s game, Brandon’s SkyPager was buzzing throughout the weekend. He hosted a party on Friday for the All-Stars a few blocks away from what is now known as Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse. Gary Payton, Penny Hardaway, Mitch Richmond, and others came through. NFL stars like Ed “Too Tall” Jones made an appearance and other celebrities like boxing great Pernell Whitaker.
While the All-Star festivities were underway, Sports Illustrated published their latest magazine issue with Terrell on the cover. The headline declared Brandon as “The Best Point Guard in the NBA.” On Saturday, he was up early to tape an episode of NBA Inside Stuff with Ahmad Rashad. Media obligations and sponsorship events filled the rest of his time from there. His chance meeting and conversation with young Kobe almost didn’t happen.
“Saturday morning, I was with the great Ahmad Rashad on NBA Inside Stuff,” Brandon said. “We filmed the segment crazy early in the morning. After that, there were so many commitments throughout the day. I was so tired when the Dunk Contest came around. But my homeboys from Portland were like, hey man; we didn’t fly out here to be in the house – let’s go.”
Brandon and his friends arrived just in time for the highly-anticipated contest featuring the Los Angeles Lakers rookie. He took a seat alongside the other NBA All-Stars behind the bench. Gassed and thirsty, Brandon decided to grab a water bottle from the Cavs locker room. While walking through the tunnel, he bumped into Kobe, who was in uniform, moments away from participating in NBA All-Star weekend for the first time.
“I went into the back to get a bottle of water right before the dunk contest started,” Brandon explained. “Kobe was walking in the tunnel, and he happened to be walking my way. I didn’t know Kobe personally at this time, and he was very young. So I walked over to introduce myself to him.
“As I introduced myself, I said, ‘Hey, what’s up, man. I’m Terrell.’
“Kobe replied, ‘What? You think I don’t know you?’”
“My bad, man,” Terrell said with a laugh. “I wasn’t sure if you did?”
Kobe shook his head to suggest, of course, he knew Terrell. Then he added, ‘Man, let me ask you a couple of questions real quick.’
The conversation continued as follows:
Bryant: “How do you come out of the University of Oregon averaging 27 points a game, and you’re only 5-11?”
Brandon says he was surprised Kobe knew his college stats. He smiled and answered the question.
Brandon: “Well, I’m a Pac 10 point guard. We play hard where I’m from, and we play with an edge. We don’t back down from anybody on the west coast. That’s the mentality I play with on the court. What’s your second question?”
Kobe nodded. Then he asked his second question.
Bryant: “What do you think about my game. How can I get better?”
Terrell remembers feeling like Kobe was asking a genuine question that someone would only ask in a situation like that if they truly wanted to be great. He offered the rookie the perspective of an NBA veteran in response.
Brandon: “I don’t know about your eating habits, but stay away from fast food. And get on the weights. The weight room is going to help you as you get older. You’re going to get more mature, and you’re going to gain weight naturally. But get on the weights in the meantime. Get in the weight room and get stronger.”
Bryant: “Man, I appreciate that.”
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Brandon would sit behind Kobe and talk with him throughout the Dunk Contest. But for the moment, in the hallway outside the Cavs locker room, they went their separate ways. Terrell walked in to grab a bottle of water, and he assumed Kobe made his way out onto the court. That’s why it seemed odd when Brandon and the Cavaliers trainer, who was also in the locker room, started to hear a loud banging noise nearby.
“We were the only people in the locker room, and we heard a thud, thud, thud, like that,” Brandon said. “We thought something was going on in the ceiling or with the ventilation system. But then, when I walked out of the locker room, the noise got louder. It sounded like it was coming from the weight room. So I opened the door to the weight room, and Kobe was in there lifting weights – five minutes after I told him to start making weights part of his workout regimen.”
“That was some great advice, TB!” Kobe shouted as he curled a pair of dumbells in his Lakers uniform. “I thought I’d get started with these weights right away.”
“Hey, man,” Brandon replied with a laugh. “There’s a lot of people out there waiting on you. I didn’t mean you should start lifting weights right now.”
A couple of hours later, Kobe won the dunk contest. To celebrate the high-flying finish that sealed his victory, the young rookie who’d eventually achieve potential GOAT status stood on the baseline and flexed.
Brendan Bowers is a New York-Times Best Selling Author of the book “Cleveland Is King.” His new book “Point Gods of the 1990s” will be released later this year.
Although Snoop Dogg wears many hats — rapper, actor, DJ, product pitchman, record label owner, Puppy Bowl coach/host, etc. — there are really only a couple of things he’s truly known for. One of those things is being a big fan of the devil’s lettuce, of which he partakes regularly and in copious volumes. Yet, somehow, the New York Post thought that it was worthy of a headline that Snoop Dogg — gasp — smoked weed before his Super Bowl halftime show performance. What a shocker, am I right?
Well, Snoop fans on Twitter are having fun with the reversed “man bites dog” moment, taking the Post to task for basically reporting that everything happened as planned and nobody got hurt. “Snoop Dogg engages in recreational activity that’s legal in LA and in…wait for it..New York,” wrote one miffed responder. Meanwhile, actor George Hahn gave his dramatic interpretation of the Post‘s tweet, positing that the writer, rather than being Captain Obvious from one of those travel website ads, was instead one of those pearl-clutching conservatives who railed at the supposed lasciviousness of the whole halftime endeavor.
Snoop Dogg engages in recreational activity that’s legal in LA and in…wait for it..New York. Post that https://t.co/D4t2FX7yKP
For what it’s worth, it doesn’t seem like there was much condemnation behind the headline so much as a sense of “hey, get a load of this guy.” Still, people see what they want to see on Twitter and generally respond accordingly. Over here, we’re just happy we got to see Snoop take the stage alongside Dr. Dre, 50 Cent, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, and Mary J. Blige for one of the most exciting halftime shows in years.
Indie-pop stalwart Samia is back with her first new music this year just in time for Valentine’s Day. To follow last year’s Scout EP, she’s sharing two heartfelt covers; one is a rendition of the Eagles’ piano ballad “Desperado” and the other is an acoustic version of “Born On A Train” by Magnetic Fields, along with a chaotic remix of the latter. The tracks are vulnerable and patient in Samia’s hands, fitting perfectly into her discography as if she wrote them.
“These two songs feel like a conversation; they’re almost two totally opposite perspectives,” Samia said about these songs. “I definitely relate more to the sentiment of ‘Desperado’ but wanted to give a voice to both sides. ‘Born on a Train’ is one of my favorite songs ever and my friend Ned soundchecks with it every night on our tour so we always end up singing it together. Two other members of my band, Sam and Boone, played on the tracks and Caleb’s production is so honest and intimate; these songs feel special because I worked on them with my friends!!”
Listen to the covers of “Desperado” and “Born On A Train” (as well as the “Anxiety Version” of the latter) above. Samia is currently on tour; find her remaining shows below.
02/14 — Phoenix, AZ @ Valley Bar
02/15 — Santa Fe, NM @ Meow Wolf
02/17 — Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall (Upstairs)
02/18 — Austin, TX @ Antone’s
02/19 — Dallas, TX @ Deep Ellum Art Company
02/22 — Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
02/23 — Carrboro, NC @ Cat’s Cradle
02/24 — Nashville, TN @ The Basement East
06/10 — New York, NY @ Governor’s Ball
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