Aristophanes would approve.

Yes, Comedy as Social Commentary is a millennia-old tradition. Indeed, when Jon Stewart responds to a criticism that it isn't by bringing on a chorus that interacts with him, both criticizing and supporting the protagonists arguments, I cannot help but think he is purposefully tipping his hat to Aristophanes as one of the ancient roots of the great tradition to which Stewart belongs.

But then, what do I know, I'm obviously part of his unsophisticated audience that thinks "F-bombs" are funny.

(I would embed the link, but the Comedy Network doesn't give out embed codes. You can watch it here:
http://watch.thecomedynetwork.ca/#clip290964 in Canada and find an USian feed easily enough.)

( Background for those who want some more context )

Where is my book? Where is my rose?

Once again, I fully support people wholeheartedly embracing The Day of the Book and the Rose outside of Barcelona. It's a shame it doesn't fall on my birthday next week. (This reminds me, I might have someone kind enough to throw a BBQ for me. If not, I'll probably do the "just show up at some bar" birthday, since it isn't like I can host one or anything.)

Mind you, given the clip below, I am also entirely in favour of getting my own Gospel Choir to go around and sing "Go Fuck Yourself" to people. Or, as sparkeymonster suggests, gaining the power to make people Lip Sync of Die. But then again, I've always wanted entrance music like a professional wrestler, so it might just be that I like back up dramatics.

The Interwebs to the Rescue - A Belt for my Kilt

Dear Internets,

What kind of Belt is appropriate for a kilt? I know this fine new piece of clothing I have thanks to a lovely woman in Boston needs one, but am unsure of how to go about finding the appropriate type. As I suspect some of my readers are fond of the kilt as an article of clothing, perhaps one of you might know?