Published inHolmesy's Fightin' WordsTom DeLonge’s inspiration fueled a genre-shaping creation, not a midlife crisisYou’re better than you think you are. People are taking notice. Stop comparing yourself to others, and just keep being uniquely you.Jan 26Jan 26
Published inHolmesy's Fightin' WordsF#$% the haters, Flying Vs are the true OGsSpoken by a not-so-newly converted believer!Dec 12, 2023Dec 12, 2023
Published inHolmesy's Fightin' WordsOPINION: I don’t need the journalism industry, but it sure as hell needs meWe live in a world of fairytales and make-believe. We don’t see the truth even when it’s right in front of us.Sep 2, 2022Sep 2, 2022
Published inHolmesy's Fightin' WordsThe Who and What of The Culture Industry — Atlantic Records and Bad ReligionA discussion board post exploring The Who and The What of critical theorist Theodor Adorno’s “Culture Industry.”Nov 12, 2021Nov 12, 2021
Published inHolmesy's Fightin' WordsThe semiotics of the NHL’s 2015 Stanley Cup Final “Name” TV spotAn exploration into the semiotics of the NHL’s 2015 Stanley Cup Final TV spot entitled “Name.”Nov 12, 2021Nov 12, 2021
Published inHolmesy's Fightin' WordsStaying The Trip: A View into Horse Racing’s FutureJournalist Christian Holmes takes a deep dive into horse racing’s future.Apr 27, 2021Apr 27, 2021
Published inHolmesy's Fightin' WordsOP-ED: ‘Borat Subsequent Moviefilm’ is a much-needed reminder of what comedy can beChristian Holmes argue why ‘Borat Subsequent Moviefilm’ is the wake up call satirical comedy needed in 2020.Dec 4, 2020Dec 4, 2020
Published inHolmesy's Fightin' WordsANALYSIS: Handicapping the pace is key to winning big at Breeders’ CupChristian Holmes explains why correctly handicapping the pace can help bettors win big betting the Breeders’ Cup.Nov 6, 2020Nov 6, 2020
Published inHolmesy's Fightin' WordsOPINION: Ben Roethlisberger is not ready to get on with his ‘life’s work’Men with nothing to lose will stop at nothing to win. Christian Holmes argues whyRoethlisberger still has what it takes to be great.Oct 14, 2020Oct 14, 2020
Published inHolmesy's Fightin' WordsHolmesy’s Mailbox: COVID-19 has changed everythingIn this edition of “Holmesy’s Mailbox”, Christian talks about where he’s been and COVID-19’s impact on the sporting world.May 7, 2020May 7, 2020