All Consuming : Michael Gorsuch

Why I recommend "Mental Jewelry"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Sat, 22 Sep 2007 14:58:41 GMT

by Live

I forgot all about this album, yet another one I am rediscovering as I pour through my collection. I consider this to be the best Live album, even better than the highly acclaimed Throwing Copper.

Why I recommend "The Final Cut"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 01:12:07 GMT

The Final Cut

by Pink Floyd

I forgot how wonderful this album is, and furthermore, how wonderful the writing and composition of Roger Waters is. I put it on my iPod by mistake this morning, and have been listening to it this evening. This album carries a lot of the same emotional and spiritual struggles forward from The Wall, and even has some of the same melodic themes.

My two favorite tracks so far are “One of the Few” and “The Gunner’s Dream”.

Give Waters a chance. Listen to this a few times over. He’ll grow on you, and you might discover some things about yourself.

A story about "The Subtle Knife (His Dark Materials II) Tenth Anniversary 1995-2005"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Tue, 04 Sep 2007 10:38:01 GMT

The Subtle Knife (His Dark Materials II) Tenth Anniversary 1995-2005

by Philip. Pullman

The second installment of this trilogy beats the first hands down. I’m not entirely sure how Pullman plans to wrap this up, but I will say that he is writing the story that I wanted to compose. He’s got guts, and is one of the best story tellers I’ve run across.

A story about "Undoing Yourself With Energized Meditation and Other Devices"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Sat, 01 Sep 2007 16:23:06 GMT

Undoing Yourself With Energized Meditation and Other Devices

by Christopher Hyatt

I just picked this book up yesterday to read after I finish my current fiction work. I didn’t want to start the next chapter of my book because my subway stop was coming up, so I read the introductory essay by Robert Anton Wilson that kicks this book off.

Wow. I was sucked in. I can’t wait to really start working through the exercises. It’s going to be a trip.

The book intends to teach the read (via exercise and meditation) to destroy the self, or to realize the True Will.

Why I recommend "Naked Economics: Undressing the Dismal Science"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 01:57:18 GMT

Naked Economics: Undressing the Dismal Science

by Charles Wheelan

This is a book I wish had been given to me in late high school. It would have saved some pain, and might’ve helped me develop a more balanced view of the world.

Most introductory economics books that I’ve read tend to lean far to the political right, which ultimately turn me off. Wheelan takes a very different approach by showing us the value of Government intervention (limited), while demonstrating the virtue of the free market.

I’d happily recommend this to anyone else out there looking for a well delivered explanation of basic economics in a turbulent world.

Why I recommend "Naked Economics: Undressing the Dismal Science"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 01:56:58 GMT

Naked Economics: Undressing the Dismal Science

by Charles Wheelan

This is a book I wish had been given to me in late high school. It would have saved some pain, and might’ve helped me develop a more balanced view of the world.

I’d happily recommend this to anyone else out there looking for a well delivered explanation of basic economics in a turbulent world.

Good Guide, But not Really Technical (rated 4 stars)

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Sun, 03 Dec 2006 04:32:23 GMT

Make Easy Money with Google: Using the AdSense Advertising Program

by Eric Giguere

I started and finished this today. It gave me a few extra ideas for my campaign, but nothing extraordinary.

If you’re a beginner, check this out. If you’re looking for more advice, you need to look elsewhere.

Why I recommend "Code and Other Laws of Cyberspace"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Sun, 18 Jun 2006 22:02:06 GMT

Code and Other Laws of Cyberspace

by Lawrence Lessig

This book can really change the way you see the Internet, and the ongoing struggle to make it the best environment possible.

Too many of us (myself included) get caught up in the libertarian view that the Internet is free, and it should be kept free of reguluation. The market will take care of itself.

Lessig shows us that while that is a nice ideal, it doesn’t translate. Cyberspace is not natural. It was created, and can be controlled if we don’t work to stop it and make sure our values are known.

Why I recommend "The Age of Reason: Being an Investigation of True and Fabulous Theology"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Sun, 11 Jun 2006 23:47:27 GMT

The Age of Reason: Being an Investigation of True and Fabulous Theology

by Thomas Paine

Read it and think, people. Whether you agree or not, it will make you think.

Why I recommend "The Jesus Papers: Exposing the Greatest Cover-Up in History"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Sun, 11 Jun 2006 16:16:42 GMT

The Jesus Papers: Exposing the Greatest Cover-Up in History

by Michael Baigent

Read it if you have an open mind are interested in exploring a possibily more profound meaning of spirituality.

I am versed in some of the Gnostic concepts, and have often been a questioner. This book has inspired me to look further.

Why I recommend "Nasty People: How to Stop Being Hurt By Them Without Becoming One of Them"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Sun, 11 Jun 2006 02:54:11 GMT

Nasty People: How to Stop Being Hurt By Them Without Becoming One of Them

by Jay Carter

This book is amazing. It breaks down the concept of invalidation in simple terms (which is obviously meant for folks like me), and teaches you how to recognize in yourself and others, as well as how to counter act it.

I plan on reading this several more times in the coming weeks. It is wonderufl.

Not so much

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Thu, 09 Feb 2006 04:06:10 GMT

Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking

by Malcolm Gladwell

I’m not going to go into great detail here, but this book does not match the hype. To be honest, it would be much better without any of it.

It’s a book about how people are able to make snap decisions. It’s just not groundbreaking news to me.

A story about "Exploring the World of Lucid Dreaming"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Sun, 05 Feb 2006 02:11:47 GMT

Exploring the World of Lucid Dreaming

by Stephen Laberge

I like this book because it stays away from the usual “New Age” feel that seems to dominate this subject matter.

The author tends to dwell in the realms of – gasp – science, and offers reasonable explainations to what goes on during the lucid dream experience.

As the author suggests, I am keeping a dream journal now. So far so good. I am remembering a few dreams a week, while I used to recall zero.

A story about "Talking Voice vs. Singing Voice"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Sun, 05 Feb 2006 02:06:19 GMT

Talking Voice vs. Singing Voice

by Starflyer 59

I really dig the emotive aspects of this album…

I’m suprised I haven’t heard more about these guys before. I nice change up in my listening.

A review of "Web Site Measurement Hacks" (rated 4 stars)

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Sun, 29 Jan 2006 14:38:02 GMT

Web Site Measurement Hacks

by Eric T Peterson

This is a great introduction to web metrics and an even better tutorial on how to build your own measurement tools.

Rather than just give you the theory, you get to dig in w/ your own Perl scripts.

A review of "True & Livin'" (rated 5 stars)

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Sun, 29 Jan 2006 14:36:02 GMT

True & Livin'

by Zion I

Simply put – one of the best albums I’ve listened to. Ever. Even going beyond the hip-hop genre.

Watch this... then read the book (rated 3 stars)

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Tue, 03 Jan 2006 03:56:01 GMT

The Chronicles of Narnia - The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

by Marilyn Fox (II)

The movie was ok, but didn’t capture the magic of the book. You just can’t do character development in this short of a timespan.

A story about "The Cluetrain Manifesto: The End of Business as Usual"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Tue, 20 Dec 2005 03:18:31 GMT

The Cluetrain Manifesto: The End of Business as Usual

by Christopher Locke

Freaking awesome. This book was a quick read that put me in edge and ready to make things happen.

Business as usual is no more. Time to start talking.

I’ve made it my goal to base my latest product around the ideas of this book.

http://www.areyouhiring.com

A story about "Sideways (Widescreen Edition)"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Sun, 20 Nov 2005 01:52:31 GMT

Sideways (Widescreen Edition)

by Alexander Payne

I have no idea what the hype was all about. I love indie films, but this was aweful.

A story about "Stay"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Sun, 23 Oct 2005 15:37:08 GMT

Stay

by Marc Forster

It remdinded me of a distant cousin to Donnie Darko.

A story about "You Can't Imagine How Much Fun We're Having"

nobody@allconsuming.net (Michael Gorsuch) — Sun, 09 Oct 2005 21:59:28 GMT

You Can't Imagine How Much Fun We're Having

by Atmosphere

Thank you, Slug and Ant. This is the first album I’ve bought in the past couple of years that made me get in my car and drive around for no other reason than to listen and reflect upon this album.

It’s amazing. I believe this is the best stuff since Lucy Ford.