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I'd like to share what I know about: Politics, News, Restaurants, Sports

I'd like to discover more about: Gadgets, Wine, Politics, Food

If you're looking for some more company related stuff about me... it's on my bio page here.

I was born in Manhattan Beach; grew up in Westlake Village; graduated from Westlake High School 1989, USC 1993, SMU Law School 1997.  Background facts like this are interesting to help give some perspective, but it doesn't paint the whole … more

Reviews

Should be called "light"... not "super premium"

in the That's Beat community
Straus Family Creamery - Ice Cream
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Jun 20, 2010
Rating:
-4

What a buzzkill.  I just got home from Whole Foods after paying almost $5 for a pint of this vanilla bean ice cream. The cute cows on the container and the huge "i'm organic" sucked me in.  I was expecting something delicious!  Instead, I got a weak tasting vanilla flavor and the consistency wasn't even rich or creamy... … more

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What I learned while recently buying an engagement ring

Buying a Diamond
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Buying a Diamond

Jun 17, 2010
Rating:
+5

I recently got engaged and I spent a lot time researching diamonds for the engagement ring.  I'm writing this review because I spent a lot of time educating myself on diamonds and i think i can quickly summarize everything so others can benefit from this. 1.  Choosing the Stone: Now picking out the type of stone is something that each … more

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"Partial Ocean View"... are you kidding me?

in the Unique Hotels community
Fairmont Kea Lani
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Fairmont Kea Lani

Jun 14, 2010
Rating:
+2
Partial Ocean View Fairmont - see it? far left???

I recently returned from Maui for a co-workers wedding.  We booked our hotel late so i was scrambling to find a good deal in Wailea.  I checked the big 4 there, looking for the best hotel rates for the Marriott (the deal was $350), the Four Seasons (the deal was $450), the Grand Wailea (the deal was $400), and the Fairmont (the deal was $299).  … more

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Wyclef's charity needs help more than ever now

in the Social Good community
Yele.org
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Yele.org

Jan 14, 2010
Rating:
+5

I saw Wyclef at a confernce at the Google headquarters last year, called Zeitgeist.  He not only performed, but more importantly, he sat on a panel where he discussed this charity he started and why it was so important to him.  Additionally, i saw the 60 Minutes segment that they did on him and his charity.  From those cursory points … more

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You better hurry because this show ain't gonna "viva" long

Viva Elvis
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Viva Elvis

Jan 4, 2010
Rating:
-3

I hate to write such a negative review, but this will really save some of you out there a lot of money (about $150 a seat) and time.  Summary: After seeing this show I like Elvis less,  don't like Cirque du Soliel at all, probably won't ever stay the Aria hotel, really question the entire City Center development.  Yes... the show was … more

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Quick Tips
Kirkland Toilet Paper (Costco Brand Toilet paper)

Kirkland Toilet Paper (Costco Brand Toi...

in the That's Beat community
Avoid it. It's just not good. In fact, it is so bad that it's making me question the Kirkland brand name, which normally has high quality products at a very … more
Manhattan Beach Grand Prix

Manhattan Beach Grand Prix

in the Manhattan Beach Local community
2010 was my first time checking it out. Very exciting. I'd say show up for the final race which is the big purse ($15,000 this year). Best place to view it … more
Vuvuzela

Vuvuzela

in the FIFA World Cup 2010: South Africa community
i was at Game 6 of the World Series in Anaheim when the Rally Monkey was at the top of his game and the use of Thunder Sticks was at an all time high. It was … more
,,Beer Production and Consumption Around the World

Beer Production and Consumption Around ...

in the The Beer Snob community
this infographic make me want to go to Prague... just saying... they really know how to produce and consume beer.
Sushi Sei

Sushi Sei

in the Manhattan Beach Local community
this was always the go to spot for best sushi in hermosa. I haven't been in a while. love to get some other weighing in on it
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Latest Lists

Lunch for Good Attendees (138)

We've compiled a list of the attendees from all three Lunch For Good events to make it easy to stay in touch! (List arranged by alphabetical order)
Kartik Agaram (akkartik) on Twitter Christopher Allen (ChristopherA) on Twitter Chris Anderson (freshchris) on Twitter Mario Anima (manima) on Twitter Richard Ault (RichardAult) on Twitter

Nuts for Nuts! (10)

my favorite nuts in order.  I'm trying to eat more nuts because i heard they are a good healthy food from the Blue Zone book.  i'm looking for more information on which nuts are actually the best for me.  Any tips are welcome.  BTW... it was a tough choice between Cashew and Pistachio for number one.
Cashew Pistachio Almond Macadamia Nut Peanut

Angel Investors being investigated by Jason Calacanis (5)

As an entrepreneur, I'm always looking to help others with their start ups.  So when I recieved an email from Jason Calacanis today, I wanted to pass this on.  Today in a warning to all start ups, he sent out a heated email extremely upset about what he perceived to be predatory tactics by certain Angel Investment Groups as it relates to charging Start Ups to pitch. They are listed below as well as his initial findings … more
Keiretsu Forum Maverick Angels Private Equity Forums Tech Supper Club Angels Den UK
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Comments
Love the new links options on communities and on profile pages! Great job, JR!
On June 18, 2010
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cool. Thanks Adrianna. Glad you like it. I think it will really help getting more people linking back to Lunch too!!
On June 21, 2010
Yeah, I think it will get more people linking back to Lunch! I know I'm linking Lunch everyone myself, lol!
On June 22, 2010
 
It's weird, but earlier today I thought that it said 132 people liked Lunch on Facebook, and now it only says 52. Is this a glitch?
On June 01, 2010
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good catch... looks like a bug... we'll figure it out. thanks Sean!
On June 02, 2010
hey Sean... this is apparently a known Facebook issue... we need to wait for them to fix it.
On June 02, 2010
 
hey, JR! Welcome to the To believe or Not To believe the HYPE community! Thank you, We are so glad to have you!
On May 12, 2010
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Welcome to the Bakers and Pastry Lovers community, JR! Glad to have you!!
On April 20, 2010
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I just read your review of Manny and I don't doubt that he'd make a fine martini.  He's definitely a gin guy!  He kind of strikes me as a gimlet guy, too.... Basil and gin gimlet ;P
On April 03, 2010
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