The Steroids Era is headlined by great players who wanted to be immortal. But what about those guys who just wanted a quick taste of greatness and everything that comes with it?
Archives for February 2011
Don’t Leave Your Phone at the Crime Scene
… and other cautionary tales and helpful hints for aspiring criminals.
The Politest Gas-Station Robber Ever
“I’m robbing you, sir.”
Break-Up-With-Your-Ex Day [Video]
Get rid of the old on the 13th and get on with something new on V-Day.
Real Questions for the First Date
How to talk about sex, politics, religion, and marriage without really talking about them.
Disappointing News: Detroit Is Not Building a RoboCop Statue
Detroit Mayor Bing nixes RoboCop statue, riles interwebs
The 10 at 10
Morgan Freeman on Black History Month, a guide to punching, and why we’re all getting stupider.
The United States of Vices
Prostitution, gambling, and illegal drugs are worth a lot of money.
Men and the Sexualization of Young Girls
Encouraging princess culture—however innocently—contributes to the sexualization of girls. Men can be part of the solution to the “princess problem.”
Two Is Enough
For all the stories written by and for women on this issue—and there are few—men are more likely to be absent from the public dialogue about intentional childlessness. Why aren’t men’s stories also being heard?
A Guy’s Divorce Survival Guide
Guys may think leaving is the right thing to do for the sake of the family, but according to family lawyer David Pisarra, there are a few things they should know before—and after—they walk out that door.
The Essential YouTube Sports Library: The 100 Dunks of Vince Carter
Vince Carter never really wanted to see how high and how far his talent could take him. In the air? Sure. But in terms of his career? Not so much.
Dana White Kicks Ass and Saves Lives
UFC President Dana White curses at press conferences, crushes his competition, and ended up saving a girl’s life.
When Are Tattoos Too Much?
Dogs, tats, and infidelity: In this week’s Dear John, sometimes the best solution is to keep your mouth shut.
Ms. Magazine Talks Shop With Lisa Hickey
When GMPM launched, Ms. magazine took us under their generous wing, calling the mag “what enlightened masculinity might look like in the 21st century.” Now that we’ve been given some time to grow up, they’ve come back to check in.
Tina Fey on Being Crazy
Matt Coburn isn’t so convinced that Fey’s assessment—”crazy” is a woman who “keeps talking” when she’s no longer desirable—is how it always plays out.