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Fantasy Football Rant | Week 5
Al Davis died before this past weekend’s NFL festivities and it pretty much ate up every pregame, in-game and postgame segment on Sunday. Correct me if I’m wrong, but wasn’t this guy Captain Asshole in the Shithead Army just last week? He dies and all of sudden he’s Mother Theresa of the …
Christie Remarks Leaked to FamousDC
Many people think New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie will end speculation about whether he will join the presidential race with a 1 p.m. press conference, however, we were just sent his remarks, and it’s not what you might have expected. Gov. Chris Christie’s Remarks Let me get straight to the point. I’m …
Last Call at Hawk & Dove
Please keep the Hawk & Dance Dove in your thoughts this weekend. It will serve its last beer Sunday. Underage college students across Washington are expected to observe a moment of silence in honor of the Hawk & Dove this Sunday … after they get up late, grab some breakfast, …
Fantasy Football Rant | Week 1
We’re back for another season of infuriating fantasy football. For the next 16 weeks men and women will take time away from the letdowns in life they can’t control to focus on one they can – their fantasy football team. I’m here to laugh, cry and curse my way through …
Rules for Washington Tourists
**Friends, we love DC. We really do. Remember, this is satire. ** Join the FamousDC fun on Facebook & Twitter [Originally published on April 24, 2008] Since it’s spring and soon it will be summer, I figured I’d put together a little guide for tourists coming to the area. This …
Lobbyists Shaking in Their Gucci Loafers Before Congressional Hockey Challenge
It appears that not only can lobbyists not get on the guest list at the White House anymore, but they are sweating through their pinstripe suits in preparation for the Congressional Hockey Challenge game – a game played between DC lobbyists and Congressional lawmakers and staff this Thursday at 5:45 …
Christine O’Donnell Contemplating Reality TV Show About Dancing Celebrities
The concept seems rock solid – a reality show about dancing celebrities. It’s a move that could further catapult anybody into stardom. It pays the bills and more specifically, it could pay someone’s rent. Christine O’Donnell appearing on Dancing With the Stars — seems like a no-brainer, right? See why …
How Did This Suitcase End Up Shredded by the D.C. Bomb Squad and Left for Dead?
A FamousDC reporter spotted a lone suitcase on the street, and feeling an instant connection to it, took it upon himself to document its journey This is their story. Friday, January 7, 2011 After years of service to a loving family, the suitcase was not left for dead – but …
Homeless Man Could Be Perfect Fit For Congressional Video Voice-overs
Dear New Media Directors on Capitol Hill, The next time you’re looking to churn out one of the those really clever web videos, you know, the ones with the sharp voice-overs, think about hiring this guy. Trust us, you’ll be saving the taxpayers money and providing this well-deserving guy some …
RNC Debate Turns to Guns and Booze
The live-Tweeting at the RNC debate has been interesting. On booze: @mkhammer Ha, quote of the day, from Ann Wagner: “Oh, favorite book? I thought you said favorite BAR.” #rncdbate On guns: @almacy RT @mattklewis: Ann Wagner says she owns 16 guns. (Mental note: Don’t hassle her). More booze: @katieharbath …
Psychic Predicts Michelle Obama Pregnancy in 2011
Up in Canada there’s this psychic lady who apparently makes a pretty good living predicting the future. [truth] New Year’s Eve is one of the best nights of the year—not for the parties or even the kiss at midnight, but that sense of promise. So aren’t you dying to know …
An iPhone App We Could Use in DC
This app is hitting the market in Hollywood today, but would be very handy in DC. [parking app] The ‘Parker’ application gives drivers real-time information about which streets have open spots, as well as blocks that are closest to them with the most vacant spaces and other information. There’s nothing …
Fantasy Football Rant – Week 2
Wow… Do you remember everything I told you last week? Forget what I said. I couldn’t have been more wrong if I’d worn stripes with polka dots while writing the last rant. Anybody who followed my advice might as well give up now and start trading away your talent to …
Fantasy Football Rant – Week 1
The NFL season is right around the corner and Brad Kanus has agreed to join us for another year. FamousDC presents … Fantasy Football Rantworthy: Week 1 I apologize in advance for the length of this Fantasy Rant, but it’s the first one this year and there’s lots to cover. …
MOËT & CHANDON Host The ROSÉ Lounge
We were pleasantly surprised when we checked our inbox and saw that FamousDC was invited to an exclusive, champagne soiree featuring Moet’s Nectar Imperial Rosé. For those unfamiliar with Moet, it is the stuff that B.I.G sips at the back of the club, naturally. The party was hosted on the rooftop …