Articles from April, 2008

The Question of Child Rearing

In a surprising turn of maternal contemplation, Caitlin Boersma imagines life with kids, which you’re often forced to do, even as a twenty-year-old.

The New Generation of Organization

Webtrepreneur Kevin Nguyen explores the tools of Google Docs and other sites geared to manage your shared work projects and your life.

Staff List: Muxtapes

The Bureau Staff share their streaming mix tapes, which tackle tough topics–such as sex, submarines, and vomit–through the power of song.

When It Comes to Books, Less is More

In a move that will probably upset fellow reading devotees, Jordan Barber applies the paradox of choice to books. By printing fewer titles and limiting selection, publishers can ensure a higher standard of literature.

Dating the Women of Literature

Literary chauvinist Jeff Merrion gives dating advice on a few characters from classic American fiction.

Belgium: A Galaxy Far, Far Away

Nick Martens finds the only thing compelling enough to leave lovely Amsterdam: the Star Wars exhibit in Brussels.

Dating the Men of Indie Rock

Maneater Caitlin Boersma offers advice on dating some of indie rock’s sexiest most talented males.

Dating the Women of Indie Rock

Misogynist Kevin Nguyen gives a rundown of the pros and cons of dating some of indie rock’s most desirable females.

Netherlands: Cookie Cavalcade

Nick Martens reports from Amsterdam with an exclusive exposé on the dark secrets of the city’s chocolate cookie industry.

The Future of Nintendo Wii Revealed

Super Smash Bros. Brawl addict Jordan Barber reveals a memo from Nintendo about future games, which hope to expand the console’s market reach with titles that annoyingly rhyme with Wii.

Editor’s Note: Ouch!

An apologetic note about the recent site-related complications.

Fond Memories of My New Yorker

Everyone’s first car holds sentimental value for the driver, even if it’s a gas guzzler with provocative leather interior. Caitlin Boersma reminisces about her mammoth-sized sedan and all of its idiosyncrasies.