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Tech Essay As seen on Late Night with Conan O’Brien, well known comedian Louis CK refers to the way technology has taken over life as people once knew it. The United States has access to some of the greatest inventions and ideas in the world, but unfortunately it is all taken for granted. Everyday people complain about the most minor inconveniences despite how far the world has come, proving Louis’ statement “everything’s amazing, but nobody’s happy.” People here need to be grateful for what we…

commentary in America calling for universal healthcare and gun control. He isn't the only one. Stephen Colbert who has been venomously anti-Trump for years makes headlines for going after the president on many occasions. Same goes for Seth Myers, Conan O'Brien, James Cordon...suddenly you realize, I'm not watching late night for comedy anymore, I'm watching it late night political…

In times of troubles, humanity gets tested by their compassion and unity. Last August, parts of the United States as well as the Caribbean have been destroyed by three different hurricanes. The most powerful people like businessmen and the biggest celebrities unite not just to help those who were affected but also encouraged everyone to help out in any way they possibly can. This time, another hurricane just hit Puerto Rico, and some of the biggest celebrities did it again. Interesting Fact…

Portugal is the country that decriminalized drugs in their country. We all want to know what led Portugal to start the decriminalization of drugs, according to the article Portugal’s Experiment “ it all started during the mid-twentieth century, when Portugal experienced fifty years of military dictatorship, and when leftist democratic was reestablished in 1974”. Portugal is and still is the only European Union state explicitly to decriminalize drug usage. Portugal’s decriminalization came about…

Going from Good to Great Branding Not too long ago, I read The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell, in which he explores how a brand goes viral. He gave several examples throughout the book including his introductory example of shoes called Hush Puppies that started trending in SoHo, Manhattan in late '94 and early '95. Without reason or promotion, the shoe that once dwindled to sales of only 30,000 per year gain popularity in the clubs and bars of downtown Manhattan. It began with unknown…

There have been many women in the past who have changed history, but not all of them were astounding authors during their times. Mindy Kaling, a current author, comedian, and actress, is a prime example of someone who is currently changing part of history for women. She is currently influencing many women to believe that they can achieve anything they set their minds to in life. Mindy Kaling, or also known by her real name Vera Mindy Chokalingam, was born on June 24th, 1979 in the town of…

Lipson uses many quotes from a lot of famous people, this is considered an ethical appeal because they use the quotes as a credibility. She quotes people such as: Conan O’Brien, J.K. Rowling, Al Gore, and Steve Jobs, to name a few. She also uses the credibility aspect with the association to Harvard that she has. This gives the reader a sense that she knows what she’s talking about and are willing to trust her. In contrast…

Man of Wealth Donald’s wealth is well known. He measures everything through wealth. When he says he’ll make America great again, he’s not talking about great in principle or great in opportunity or great in decency or charity. He’s not talking about the greatness of our freedom, our liberty, our government or justice system. When he talks about “greatness”, he’s talking about being financially rich. The only value Donald truly holds is love of money. In fact, if you’re not wealthy, you’re not…

Stock car driving is a man’s game, right? Wrong. Some people assume that only a real man’s man can speed along the tracks, executing sharp turns while burning rubber and leaving skid marks. Those people, however, have never encountered Danica Patrick. For those of you who don’t know, Danica Patrick is one of the most successful female stock car drivers in the world. She has been driving professionally since the late 1990s and in that time has established herself as one of the most dominant…

being considered amusing, or extremely distasteful. We’ve all been subjected to religious jokes, whether we’re the ones telling them or the ones being laughed at. Some of the greatest of all comedians – Joan Rivers, Robin Williams, Chris Rock, Conan O’Brien, Tina Fey, Chelsea Handler, have all utilized religion in their acts and used it to push boundaries in some of their most famous punch lines. Humor is a tool used to discuss, poke fun, and lift spirits about more serious topics in life. What…