The Mission of Oprah

John H. Armstrong May 20th, 2009

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The gospel of health and happiness is widely preached in America, especially on television. Indeed, it often appears to be the central message of some of the best known evangelical ministers in the land. But no one comes remotely close to perfecting the power of this message quite like television and media star Oprah Winfrey. She has made this message into a type of "salvific talk" that is widely popular in mainstream culture, especially among women. O, the ma … (Read More)

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Still Truckin'

Steve Brown February 18th, 2008

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Well, I'm going to be around for awhile.

I just finished my regular physical. I have one every ten years whether I need it or not. I went through all the tests…including a colonoscopy. (I would rather go to the dentist. He only sticks things in my mouth.)

My doctor checked my blood pressure and it was very good.

His went up.

Greg, my doctor and friend, loves me and wants to save my life, but he can't find anything wrong. I smoke a pipe, eat what … (Read More)

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Here's the Skinny Weight Loss Clinic

Matthew July 10th, 2007

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Steve Brown is a very open-minded guy, but there have been a few comedy gags we've done that pinged on the Brown-dar. These are the rarely-heard "Black Bits"� and this week's best-of is one of them. It aired only once, after which we were given the clear directive "�don't play that one again.'

We were simply shooting for satire, but maybe we went too far.

Considering it's summertime and swimsuit season, I'd say this ad is a p … (Read More)

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Unhappy Meals

Matthew June 19th, 2007

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There are deep cuts, and then there are deep cuts.

The idea for this bit began as a segment on a radio show I hosted at Samford University back in 1998. Like many college radio stations, WVSU was powered by two D batteries and had a signal that carried just beyond the handicapped spaces in the school's parking lot.

True, the college days are long gone, but at least our comedy is still sophomoric.

Until next time, pass the Prozac McNuggets.

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