http://onmilwaukee.com/rss/rss_drewolson.xml Milwaukee's Daily Magazine Drew Olson en-us Tue, 21 May 2013 17:00:52 CDT http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://onmilwaukee.com/images/layout/rss_logo.png http://onmilwaukee.com 144 30 If the past few weeks of statewide political rancor have taught us anything, it's that money talks. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/residencyresolution.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/residencyresolution.html?25656 Wed, 23 Mar 2011 09:23:00 CDT Remember when video was an exciting, vital part of the music industry? I'd forgotten, too, until I saw the latest from Dropkick Murphys. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/goingoutinstyle.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/goingoutinstyle.html?25442 Wed, 2 Mar 2011 07:15:00 CDT If you enjoyed the faux Wrangler commercial last year on "Saturday Night Live," you may really like this video, which has more detail and is circulating quickly on the Web. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/favreparody.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/favreparody.html?24985 Thu, 20 Jan 2011 14:41:00 CDT If they were stung by the smoking ban last summer, local bar owners are reaping some benefits courtesy of the local football teams. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/barboomfootball.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/barboomfootball.html?24863 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 10:53:00 CDT The SURG Restaurant Group, which operates Carnevor, Umami Moto, Charro and other properties, will take over ownership of Ryan Braun's Waterfront restaurant. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/surgbraun.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/surgbraun.html?24768 Thu, 30 Dec 2010 10:41:00 CDT I'm usually cynical when it comes to "feel-good" stories around the holidays. This one, though, is pretty special. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/feelgoodboston2010.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/feelgoodboston2010.html?24748 Fri, 24 Dec 2010 10:11:00 CDT Waukesha native Frank Caliendo will end his stint as a performer at the Monte Carlo in Las Vegas. Caliendo wants to pursue things that allow him to spend more time with his family. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/caliendoleavesvegas.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/caliendoleavesvegas.html?24621 Sun, 12 Dec 2010 08:44:00 CDT A child's essay and a few random photos provide a subtle reminder of the joys of pet ownership. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/thankfulforpets.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/thankfulforpets.html?24612 Fri, 10 Dec 2010 15:15:00 CDT With all due respect to Jay, Dave, Jimmy K., the revamped Conan and everyone else, this was the best bit I saw on late-night TV this year. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/whipmyhair.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/whipmyhair.html?24524 Thu, 2 Dec 2010 11:44:00 CDT Few things are more enjoyable than a great bowl of soup, especially when the weather takes a slow turn toward winter. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/phansgardenb1.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/phansgardenb1.html?24355 Mon, 15 Nov 2010 10:05:00 CDT The end of Daylight Savings Time is more than just a day to change batteries in the smoke detector. It's a day of reflection. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/daylightsavings2010.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/daylightsavings2010.html?24289 Sun, 7 Nov 2010 10:57:00 CDT Bucks guard Brandon Jennings and mascot Bango are featured in a new promotional spot for ESPN. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/espnbango.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/espnbango.html?24220 Sun, 31 Oct 2010 11:05:00 CDT Mr. O'Brien's show debuts Nov. 8 on TBS, and the first week or two will be destination TV. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/conancountdown.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/conancountdown.html?24128 Fri, 22 Oct 2010 11:11:00 CDT As the Brewers prepare Miller Park for its 11th baseball season, Light Ideas Gallery showcases David Bernacchi's photos of County Stadium. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/brickandmortarmemories.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/brickandmortarmemories.html?24058 Thu, 14 Oct 2010 15:17:00 CDT The rescue of the mine workers in Chile was one of those "stop surfing in your tracks" moments. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/chileminerescuereact.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/chileminerescuereact.html?24040 Wed, 13 Oct 2010 11:17:00 CDT A simple snapshot of a Hall of Fame performer prompts the question -- why can't stars remember their own lyrics? http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/rockteleprompters.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/rockteleprompters.html?23992 Thu, 7 Oct 2010 17:05:00 CDT While Live Aid is becoming a hazy '80s memory, the concert it spawned is chugging into its second quarter-century because the message is as important as the music. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/farmaid25lookback.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/farmaid25lookback.html?23937 Sun, 3 Oct 2010 10:41:00 CDT Talk to interesting and pseudo-famous people for a living is great work, but meeting celebrities at random is more fun. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/stuffneverhappenstome.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/stuffneverhappenstome.html?23891 Tue, 28 Sep 2010 19:17:00 CDT Modern shower mirrors come with weather stations, mp3 players and satellite TV hookups, but they all struggle to stay fog-free -- until now. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/showershaving.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/showershaving.html?23833 Thu, 23 Sep 2010 09:53:00 CDT Though some dismiss it as a vapid, testosterone-laced rip-off of "Sex and the City," the HBO series "Entourage" turned in a gripping season seven finale. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/entouragefinale91310.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/entouragefinale91310.html?23733 Mon, 13 Sep 2010 09:36:00 CDT A year ago, Brett Favre showed he didn't need training camp. Of course, he had a full corps of receivers and some crummy opponents to open the season. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/favredebut2010.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/favredebut2010.html?23717 Fri, 10 Sep 2010 10:10:00 CDT After 4 1/2 years, Drew Olson is leaving OnMilwaukee.com. In a farewell column to readers, Olson points out that he wasn't fired and didn't quit because of the site's lack of Springsteen coverage. He's leaving to devote his full attention to "The D-List" on 540 ESPN. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/olsonfarewell.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/olsonfarewell.html?23709 Fri, 10 Sep 2010 05:15:00 CDT With the Labor Day getaway winding, I just can't wait to get a few things off my chest. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/lasvegasquickhits.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/lasvegasquickhits.html?23678 Mon, 6 Sep 2010 19:10:00 CDT Many college football experts think that coach Bret Bielema's fifth season could be special. The Badgers, who open the season with a non-conference game against Nevada-Las Vegas tonight at Sam Boyd Stadium (10 p.m., Versus), have plenty of experience -- particularly on offense -- and could make a run at the Big Ten title. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard090410.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard090410.html?23660 Sat, 4 Sep 2010 11:11:00 CDT If you've watched even one episode of "Man v. Food," the popular reality show on the Travel Channel, you probably found yourself watching host Adam Richman taking on eating challenges and thought to yourself, "I wouldn't mind trying that!" or, more likely, "I know someone who could do that!" Zach Alpert knows the feeling. http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/competitiveeater.html http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/competitiveeater.html?23647 Fri, 3 Sep 2010 16:28:00 CDT Green Bay's final dress rehearsal for the regular season is tonight in Kansas City and our advice is simple. If you want to see Aaron Rodgers and the rest of your favorite Packers' starters, you better tune in early. Coach Mike McCarthy will rest his regulars early and look at fringe players competing for roster spots in advance of Saturday's final cut. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/packerschiefspreview.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/packerschiefspreview.html?23646 Thu, 2 Sep 2010 13:05:00 CDT Sometimes, the forces in the universe are hard to resist. Especially when they're telling you to crush a combo plate. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/lafuentebluemound.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/lafuentebluemound.html?23619 Mon, 30 Aug 2010 09:41:00 CDT Located in the Harvard Square strip mall at roughly 180th Street and Bluemound Road, the Brookfield Family Restaurant -- opened in March -- has offerings that will please just about any palate. Breakfast, served all day, is a specialty but sandwiches, burgers, soups, salads and other entrees make it worth visiting at any time. http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/brookfieldfamilyrestaurant.html http://onmilwaukee.com/dining/articles/brookfieldfamilyrestaurant.html?23597 Sat, 28 Aug 2010 15:07:00 CDT The Packers are off to an impressive start -- at least on offense -- during training camp. With one ultra-meaningless exhibition game remaining, there are plenty of questions that need to be answered. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard082810.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard082810.html?23600 Sat, 28 Aug 2010 13:10:00 CDT The Packers play their third exhibition game tonight at Lambeau Field and, by all accounts, this is the one that matters. Except that it doesn't really matter. Here are some things to watch when the Colts head to Lambeau Field for a 7 p.m. game that will be broadcast nationally on ESPN. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/packerscoltspreview.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/packerscoltspreview.html?23572 Thu, 26 Aug 2010 15:05:00 CDT Dr. Joseph Mercola may be a wonderful man and a great scientist, but he is not going to make me fear my microwave oven. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/microwavefear.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/microwavefear.html?23575 Thu, 26 Aug 2010 10:23:00 CDT Friday marks the 20th anniversary of the death of blues guitar legend Stevie Ray Vaughan, who was killed in a helicopter crash after performing a legendary show with Eric Clapton and Robert Cray at Alpine Valley Music Theater in East Troy. In commemoration, Sony Legacy Records is reissuing Vaughan's 1984 breakthrough album, "Couldn't Stand the Weather." http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/stevierayreissue.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/stevierayreissue.html?23554 Wed, 25 Aug 2010 13:07:00 CDT As the baseball world celebrates the unveiling of Bud Selig's statue outside Miller Park, it's time to think about the next figure to be immortalized outside the ballpark. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/ueckerstatue.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/ueckerstatue.html?23545 Tue, 24 Aug 2010 09:05:00 CDT So, what did you do this summer? Brookfield native Ashley Kumlien will have an amazing story to tell when she completes her cross country run late next month in New York City. Kumlien, 26, has been running across the country since April in an effort to raise money for multiple sclerosis research. http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/ashleykumlientalks.html http://onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/ashleykumlientalks.html?23538 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 09:08:00 CDT Carleton Grange Pub, an oasis for fans of soccer and British pub atmosphere in St Francis, is closing for good Sept. 6. Eric Ellsworth, owner of the 5-year-old club at 3807 S. Packard Ave., cited road construction and parking problems in announcing the decision in an e-mail and on the bar's Web site. http://onmilwaukee.com/bars/articles/carletongrangeclosing.html http://onmilwaukee.com/bars/articles/carletongrangeclosing.html?23531 Sat, 21 Aug 2010 18:42:00 CDT The Packers play their second exhibition game tonight in Seattle. Two-a-day practices have ended and, for all practical intents, training camp is pretty much over. The NFL is considering moving to an 18-game regular season and cutting the preseason to two games. Based on what's happening this month, that seems like a good idea. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard82110.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard82110.html?23530 Sat, 21 Aug 2010 13:06:00 CDT As Roger Clemens faces perjury charges, Brett Favre is getting ready to face the Saints in Week 1 of the NFL season. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/favreclemens.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/favreclemens.html?23524 Fri, 20 Aug 2010 09:52:00 CDT John Mellencamp, who will perform at the Farm Aid 25th anniversary show Oct. 2 at Miller Park, and he hasn't lost his fastball. The Indiana icon released his 21st studio album on Tuesday. "No Better Than This," a stark throwback recorded at three historic sites, and it ranks among the best work of his Hall of Fame career. http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/mellencampnobetterthanthis.html http://onmilwaukee.com/music/articles/mellencampnobetterthanthis.html?23504 Wed, 18 Aug 2010 16:08:00 CDT A year after his dramatic arrival in Minnesota, Brett Favre is returning to the Vikings just two weeks after telling the team he was done. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/favrereturnsagain.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/favrereturnsagain.html?23496 Tue, 17 Aug 2010 14:32:00 CDT Dylan Covey, the Brewers' top draft pick, was diagnosed with diabetes and has opted to attend college rather than sign with Milwaukee. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/brewersdylancovey.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/brewersdylancovey.html?23489 Tue, 17 Aug 2010 08:04:00 CDT "Scott Pilgrim vs. The World" is a comic-book/video game-inspired movie about slackers that is made for slacker fans of comic books and video games. But, you don't have to fit into that demographic to have a good time and what could be a sleeper hit of the summer. http://onmilwaukee.com/movies/articles/scottpilgrimvstheworld.html http://onmilwaukee.com/movies/articles/scottpilgrimvstheworld.html?23471 Sat, 14 Aug 2010 13:17:00 CDT The first two rounds were interrupted by fog delays, but the sun was shining when players returned to the course this morning to finish the second round and play the third at the PGA Championship. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard081410.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard081410.html?23470 Sat, 14 Aug 2010 11:01:00 CDT As shocking as it was to see Tiger Woods hack his way to a brutal, career-worst 18-over-par finish last week at the Bridgestone Invitational, it was equally stunning to see what happened in the first round of the PGA Championship Friday at Whistling Straits. Woods played well. And, he had people cheering for him. http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/pga2010round1.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/pga2010round1.html?23462 Fri, 13 Aug 2010 01:10:00 CDT Six months ago, we told you the story of The Tygers, a local band that reunited after a 40-year hiatus to put out a CD. Friday night, The Tygers open for the Grass Roots and Three Dog Night at State Fair. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/tygerswistatefair.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/tygerswistatefair.html?23452 Thu, 12 Aug 2010 05:06:00 CDT In his upcoming book, "Networking is a Contact Sport," Milwaukee businessman Joe Sweeney lays out a plan for people to stay connected with others in order to help improve their professional and personal lives. The key, says Sweeney, a former marketing agent for Brett Favre, is to approach the process with the idea of giving rather than receiving. http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/networkingcontactsport.html http://onmilwaukee.com/living/articles/networkingcontactsport.html?23427 Tue, 10 Aug 2010 15:06:00 CDT There is nothing wrong with a team being confident and talking about its goal. But, the Packers are going about it in the wrong way. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/packersuperbowlhype.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/packersuperbowlhype.html?23414 Sun, 8 Aug 2010 12:27:00 CDT A Saturday afternoon visit to State Fair began with solid intentions, but big crowds took a toll. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/statefaircrowds.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/statefaircrowds.html?23407 Sat, 7 Aug 2010 17:37:00 CDT Though Donald Driver's contract extension may lead to some head scratching from amateur capologists and wanna-be GM's, the veteran wide receiver is a better gamble than a lot of the so-called "sure things" on the free agent market and the team should be commended for honoring his desire to be "a Packer for life." http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard080710.html http://onmilwaukee.com/sports/articles/scorecard080710.html?23405 Sat, 7 Aug 2010 12:07:00 CDT I passed out in front of the TV and was just about to enter a nice REM cycle when the folks at the EBS decided it was time for a test. http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/ebstestwakeupcall.html http://onmilwaukee.com/myOMC/authors/drewolson/ebstestwakeupcall.html?23393 Thu, 5 Aug 2010 01:05:00 CDT After 11 years, Andy Kendeigh's run as a sports reporter at Channel 12 came to an end Tuesday. Kendeigh is leaving Wisconsin for Omaha, where he will become the new sports director at KETV. While in Milwaukee, Kendeigh gained respect from players, coaches, public relations people and even his competitors. We caught up with him for a Milwaukee Talks interview. http://onmilwaukee.com/movies/articles/andykendeigh.html http://onmilwaukee.com/movies/articles/andykendeigh.html?23381 Wed, 4 Aug 2010 09:12:00 CDT