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I'm a misplaced Memphian, former musician, once upon a time sports editor, pop culture nerd, and admitted apologist with excess free time to burn.

• Two Cents: Kobe Deftly Avoids Truth in Interview (12/15/2004)

  By michaeldgaines on January 20, 2021 • ( 0 )

  

  Another column detailing my once upon a time crusade against Kobe Bryant from December, 2004.

• Two Cents: Exclusive: Santa’s Naughty List for Sporting World (12/24/04)

  By michaeldgaines on January 20, 2021 • ( 1 )

  

  Santa gave me his naughty list for professional sports. I wrote a column about it in December, 2004.

• Two Cents: Shaq-Kobe: Round One (12/29/04)

  By michaeldgaines on January 20, 2021 • ( 0 )

  

  Column detailing the first time Shaq and Kobe played each other after O’Neal signed with the Heat.

• The Indomitable, Inimitable, Irreplaceable, Mr. Worf E. Poots – Part I

  By michaeldgaines on January 20, 2021 • ( 0 )

  

  Part 1 of the incredibly true story of objectively the coolest dog that ever lived.

• The Indomitable, Inimitable, Irreplaceable, Mr. Worf E. Poots – Part II

  By michaeldgaines on January 20, 2021 • ( 0 )

  

  Part II of the incredibly true story of objectively the coolest dog to ever live.

• The Indomitable, Inimitable, Irreplaceable, Mr. Worf E. Poots – Part III

  By michaeldgaines on January 20, 2021 • ( 0 )

  

  Part 3 of the incredibly true story of objectively the coolest dog that ever lived.

• The Indomitable, Inimitable, Irreplaceable, Mr. Worf E. Poots – Part IV

  By michaeldgaines on January 20, 2021 • ( 1 )

  

  Part 4 of the true story of objectively the coolest dog that ever lived.

• Top 10 songs recorded in Memphis by Memphians

  By michaeldgaines on January 16, 2021 • ( 0 )

  

  Memphis is known worldwide for its music. This is a list of artists who helped shape that legacy, and their biggest hits recorded in their hometown.