Tim B.

Really good, but thought I'd love this more

Revisado: 03-13-15

I grew up in the 90's and my life revolved around the alternative music scene. Needless to say, I was excited when I heard Kim was writing this "tell all" and was anxiously awaiting its release.

Perhaps I overhyped it too much in my mind; I expected it to be more about her relationships with the bands of the era, however a large portion of the book is about her childhood, which isn't that fascinating at all.

Kim does share some interesting anecdotes around Kurt Cobain, Courtney Love, Billy Corgan and a few others of the 90's musical giants, and the last 30 or so minutes of the book goes into the dark side of her relationship with Thurston and his infidelity, however I feel much of this book exists as filler.

All that said, I did come out with a deeper appreciation of Kim Gordon and Sonic Youth and her sharing her story in her own words is quite enjoyable. If you grew up a fan of Sonic Youth or 90's alternative in general, you pretty much have to listen this book as Kim Gordon's impact on music and art is immense and her few have experienced as much as she.

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Never heard of Shane Dawson and still loved this!

Revisado: 03-13-15

I listened to this not knowing that Shane Dawson was/is a huge YouTube personality, and having no background on him at all made no impact on my enjoyment of his essays. They are witty, hilarious and completely relatable. His performance is highly enjoyable and he comes across very charismatic that I can see now why he's so loved by those that apparently follow him online.

He's self-deprecating, inspiring and seems like a guy you'd love to just hang out with, especially if you like to laugh so hard you spill Splenda-sweetened iced tea out of your nose.

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Fascinating

Revisado: 03-13-15

As a 90's kid, I lived through peak Beanie Baby popularity although neither me nor my family ever got bit by the beanie bug. It's fascinating to see what it was like from both sides - the collectors that poured their life savings investing in plush and the corporation that was gaming the market by retiring beanies to increase demand.

This is an enjoyable listen from start to finish and really sheds lights on the "dark side of cute!"

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I couldn't stop laughing

Revisado: 12-01-14

If you could sum up First World Problems: 101 Reasons Why the Terrorists Hate Us in three words, what would they be?

Absolutely Fricken Hilarious

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I don't think 2 minutes went by where I didn't almost choke I was laughing so hard.

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Save your money and see his show

Revisado: 07-29-13

Would you try another book from Jim Gaffigan and/or Jim Gaffigan?

No.

What was most disappointing about Jim Gaffigan’s story?

The whole book was basically short story anecdotes and half-baked jokes about kids. Would translate much better as part of his stand-up act.

Which character – as performed by Jim Gaffigan – was your favorite?

N/A

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Brilliant

Revisado: 12-12-11

If you could sum up Bossypants in three words, what would they be?

Laugh out loud

Who was your favorite character and why?

Tina - it's her autobiography!

Have you listened to any of Tina Fey’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I've just seen her in interview and on television. This was just as funny as I expected, if not more.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I was laughing out loud many, many times.

Any additional comments?

If you are a fan of Tina even the slightest, you owe it to yourself to check out this audiobook.

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