Posted by Nolan Dalla on Aug 18, 2026 in Blog |
MISSING AN EASY LAYUP
Trump can’t even do the easy stuff without fucking things up.
Meetings that should be effortless and uncomplicated, turn into disasters.
Social events and pressers that are slam dunk simple under normal circumstances become absolute clusterfucks of needless controversy.
Of course, none of this is surprising because he’s a vile dickhead who just can’t help from being — himself.
Today at the White House, Trump had as easy a task as is imaginable. In politics, it’s called a layup. An open shot at an empty net. A can’t miss. A sure thing.
Boing! Trump blows it. The man would show up to wet dream with cottonmouth.
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Posted by Nolan Dalla on Aug 18, 2026 in Blog |
LET’S TALK ABOUT AOC
“A. O. C.”
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
Three letters certain to trigger the rage of every crazed MAGA Trumper.
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Posted by Nolan Dalla on Aug 17, 2026 in Blog |
MY REVIEW OF BLAIR RODMAN’S NEW SPORTS BETTING BOOK
Sports betting doesn’t have nearly the reading list nor depth of other gambling endeavors — including poker, blackjack, and other casino games. In fact, most sports gambling books are utterly worthless.
In this video, I explain some of the history and background on sports gambling handicapping guides and narratives and grade this new book as to where it fits in to the lexicon of sports wagering.
I also share a few minor criticisms, though overall this is a book I will highly recommend to all people who enjoy wagering on sports or find the subject interesting.
Correction: At one point in the video, I misspoke and said “under” when I meant to say “over” on the story about golf.
Video Duration: 14 mins.
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Posted by Nolan Dalla on Aug 16, 2026 in Blog |
Well, I finally tried THE HAT, and it sure lived up to its reputation! Total satisfaction!
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Posted by Nolan Dalla on Aug 12, 2026 in Blog |
HAVE YOU LOST FRIENDS BECAUSE OF POLITICS?
Many of us have lost friends and even family members because of the deep political divide.
But instead of lamenting the loss, perhaps we should celebrate our greater awareness and embrace opportunities to meet someone new.
In this video, I address the situation that’s probably impacted most of you reading this, while providing a very different perspective on debate and division.
Video Duration: 9 minutes.
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Posted by Nolan Dalla on Aug 11, 2026 in Blog |
TURN ‘ON’ YOUR MIND, RELAX, AND FLOAT DOWNSTREAM
It was 60 years ago today, on August 11, 1966, the Beatles embarked on their final live tour. This date –in particular- rocked the group to its core, altered pop music history, and ignited an explosive social-cultural-generational divide that still remains with us to this day.
In this video, I discuss highlights and the many disasters and controversies with that final world tour and American schedule of performances. It really did re-shape many things to come.
Note: The unscripted video is much longer than usual, at 22 minutes. I also stumble in parts, which almost caused me to skip it and trash it and just take the day off. If this topic or length isn’t your thing, then scroll on. Full confession–I’m doing these videos as much for myself as anyone because frankly, I enjoy making them. Sometimes, I’m going to turn on the smartphone, talk, hit the record–and float downstream. Join me on these journeys if you like.
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Posted by Nolan Dalla on Aug 11, 2026 in Blog |
USA TODAY’S NFL RANKINGS:
I had planned to take the day off. Then, this morning I read USA Today’s preseason NFL rankings, which somehow slivered into my social media feed.
LINK HERE
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Posted by Nolan Dalla on Jul 17, 2026 in Blog |
ARE LAS VEGAS RESTAURANTS TRYING TO SKEW YOUNGER?
We enjoyed our dinner at Piero’s last night. I was joined by Nick Christenson and Paul Harris. As usual, the food was terrifically deliciously consistent. Once again, a visit to Piero’s never disappoints. Wonderful dinner and great company.
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Posted by Nolan Dalla on Jun 30, 2026 in Blog |
“A man’s got to know his limitations.”
— Dirty Harry
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Posted by Nolan Dalla on Jun 26, 2026 in Blog |
JOINING THE HAVANA CLUB (THEN AND NOW)
When done right, food and wine and spirits combine science, art, and history — combined with memory and imagination.
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