Today on the show, we discussed some "trend pieces" and tried to decide if they were a real thing...I'm not sure we came to a conclusion. So I ask you...is this happening, America?

The NYTimes alerted us to "man buns"

and the Wall Street Journal alerted us to the resurgence of Gongs

- Jen

Thanks to Bruce for sending me the trailer for the new Wes Anderson film, Moonrise Kingdom (it just makes me happy):

Also, here's some more pictures from Saturday night:

(photo by Kyle Johnson Photography)

(photo by Kyle Johnson)

- Jen

We'll get up a slideshow tomorrow, but here's a quick sampling of the time we had last night:

The crowd braved the freezing cold and came to party:

(photo by Kyle Johnson Photography)

The Dusty 45s simply brought the house down:

(Photo by Kyle Johnson Photography)

Tom Tangney was a delight, what else could he be...

(Photo by Jason)

And the game of TBTL Celebrity came down to a tie-breaker between the team of Sean/Bruce and Luke/Pam:

(Photo by Jason)

Thanks to everyone who came down to the Neptune, everyone who watched and listened from their homes, everyone who tweeted and emailed good wishes and all the crew who made the thing happen.

Hammertime!

- Jen

Here's the basic idea...you're stuck at home, it's too cold and miserable to attempt to go outside...so embrace it. You're taking a snow day.

Step #1: If you're a good little ten, you have champagne on hand, so pop the cork.

Step #2: Watch an old movie. (I recommend "The Philadelphia Story", but sometimes I rotate in "Boys Town", "Roman Holiday" or "The Thin Man")

Step #3: Eat whatever is in your house. This is the fun creative part. (I once folded chocolate chips into slices of Wonder bread and called it "Ballard croissant"). You'll be amazed at the meal you create using the last 4 kalamata olives, tomato paste, a little cream and an egg...

Step #4: Put on a soft, boozy album and curl up for an afternoon nap

Step #5: Go outside and walk around your block for 10 minutes, marveling at the snow and icicles.

Step #6: Retreat inside. Proud of the exercise you've done, make a hot toddy (I like a little hot cocoa with Baileys) and start plowing through your DVR.

Step #7: Fall asleep without shame or remorse. It was a good day.

- Jen

Originally posted Thursday, January 27, 2011

Yes, we are in the midst of the snow storm (today is freezing rain!)

But we're mostly hard at work on the big show. Here are some additional details, in case you missed them:

* Bring your Paypal receipt (we'll have a list of names at the door, but your receipt will ensure that you have no trouble)

* The live broadcast starts promptly at 7pm. We will start the festivities at the Neptune closer to 6:30pm. I would suggest you plan to get there around 6pm.

* At last count, there are still tickets available. Purchase here.

I can't wait to see you all.

- Jen