Author: Tom Gorgolis

  • USC Bans Valedictorian

    USC Bans Valedictorian

    The USC decision to cancel its valedictorian’s graduation speech does not bode well with me. Sadly, I’m not too surprised. USC chose this young woman Asna Tabassum as its valedictorian and should stand behind its decision and allow her to speak at her graduation. On the bright side, she’s still valedictorian. On the dark side,…

  • Barcelona Beer Festival

    Barcelona Beer Festival

    Departure Since getting my pocket picked in Athens, I am just ever vigilant and ever on the lookout for suspicious behavior and activities when shucking and jiving around town. When I enter a car on the metro, I immediately try to get a lay of the land and identify anything that looks out of place…

  • Pick Pockets

    Pick Pockets

    Pick pockets and bicycle thieves are the lowest of the low in the non-violent crime category. These thieves should have their hands cut off like is done in Saudi Arabia (not serious, but I am a bit emotional after being picked myself). In a matter of mili-seconds they can mess up your vacation and turn…