Canadian Randy Bachman is best known for his turns in esteemed bands like the Guess Who and Bachman-Turner Overdrive, but his latest venture is a sharp departure from the stadiums he’s accustomed to playing. His show, Every Song Tells A Story, allows Bachman to personally relate the stories behind his biggest hits from the Guess… Continue reading Randy Bachman takes care of business
Month: October 2003
Martin Tielli spreads joy
As I talk to him, Martin Tielli is in rural Ontario. His band is in a barn across what I imagine to be a snow-covered field, though the snow is more than likely still lingering somewhere on the horizon. They’re rehearsing, or possibly recording, playing loud enough that I can hear bits and pieces through… Continue reading Martin Tielli spreads joy
What the hell, another election?
In case you haven’t noticed, there are about 18 different people running around campus putting up cheesy posters, talking about what’s best for you, and telling you how great they are. Ah, democracy, can’t get any better unless of course you’ve been acclaimed! But for those who have to endure the overrated democratic process, the… Continue reading What the hell, another election?
The big picture
Sometimes it seems there is simply too much to know. When I entered university a few years ago, I had the notion I would get to know something about everything or at least everything about one subject. On the contrary, being here has taught me I know very little. Learning is such a constant that,… Continue reading The big picture
A case for the defense
“We live isolated from the rest of the world excepting the United States. We need not commit ourselves anywhere except out of generosity or goodwill. There is a risk of terrorist attack, but hard power will never protect us from terrorism.” So pens Michael Jankovic, an otherwise formidable columnist at this paper. The "Canada as… Continue reading A case for the defense
Bigger than you think
Long ago, I stopped listening to the radio. I was a young lad of 13, flipping through the dials, listening to the stations du jour, when I finally turned it off in disgust. Tired rock, tired pop, tired, boring, uninspired music. Thank God for mixtapes. A few years later, a little older and presumably a… Continue reading Bigger than you think
Centre would bring change
By Murray Birt
Editor, the Gauntlet, Re: "Women’s centre not necessary," Oct. 9, 2003, Jankovic admits men are still able to physically and emotionally dominate women, making women’s shelters still necessary. Is the campus somehow immune to this? In my five years on campus I have read countless reports of stalkers, voyeurs, men exposing themselves and assault. A… Continue reading Centre would bring change
Feminists still needed in today’s society
Editor, the Gauntlet, Re: "Women’s centre not necessary," Oct. 9, 2003, The campaign for the women’s centre is predicated on many facts–none of which include a need to "keep up appearances." While the posters around the university may say "most other Canadian universities offer a women’s centre–why don’t we?" they are meant merely to make… Continue reading Feminists still needed in today’s society
Addressing a need
Editor, the Gauntlet,Re: "Women’s centre not necessary," Oct. 9, 2003,There needs to be clarification on the role and necessity of a women’s centre on campus. Such a centre would provide a needed service, acting as a childcare contact point for student parents. Students would provide a listing of their classes, and the centre could contact… Continue reading Addressing a need
Women’s centre necessary
Editor, the Gauntlet, Re: "Women’s centre not necessary," Oct. 9, 2003, I would like to address the article about a women’s centre on campus being unnecessary. A claim was made that the entire reason we want a women’s centre is because other universities have one. This is false. There are many reasons that we need… Continue reading Women’s centre necessary