Sixty years after the founding of Israel, the pomp-and-circumstance of the anniversary—celebrated last week on the Jewish calendar and today on the secular one—prompts a different sort of recollection for MICHAEL ROTTMAN. (Personal Essays | May 14, 2008)
Through all the highs, lows, and violent overthrows, Motown was always about the music. MICHAEL ROTTMAN excerpts a forthcoming book on the label’s heady days, when a certain Ugandan was tearing through the ranks. (Spoofs & Satire | January 5, 2007)
You already have your summer getaway planned—but what about your permanent vacation? Given your options, Hell may be less temperate, but its hidden perks make it well worth the trip, says MICHAEL ROTTMAN. (Spoofs & Satire | June 27, 2006)
The predictions have been made, the spreads have been laid. So who will reign supreme on Sunday? MICHAEL ROTTMAN says anything is possible. (Spoofs & Satire | February 2, 2006)
As it turns out, the rules of science are more flexible than you’d think. When you tinker with the mechanics of the universe, however, you’d better be prepared for drastic repercussions. (Spoofs & Satire | September 27, 2005)
Many actors have attempted to wear the mantle of 007and many have had their licenses to kill revoked, and not just because of suspicious accents. Here are the reasons why they lost the coveted role, with grievances aired by cast and crew. (Spoofs & Satire | June 22, 2005)
No matter when we say the word God, whether in church or in vain, couldn’t we all use a couple synonyms for the all-mighty one? Michael Rottman examines the many possibilities, e.g., Abraham, or Clapton. (Stories | March 8, 2005)