…or does the new Sherlock Holmes movie look nothing at all like Sherlock Holmes, and more like a crappy James Bond wannabe film set in the 19th century. As a pretty big fan of Sherlock Holmes and someone who likes Robert Downey, Jr., I am really bummed at how terrible this looks. It’s like director Guy Ritchie said, “Let’s make a movie about Sherlock Holmes but replace the high minded intelligence with explosions and sex.” Good thing Ritchie didn’t direct the Gandhi movie, or he probably would have had him jump the Ganges on a motorcycle with two hookers on the back.

We kick it off at the Ugly American at 7:30 p.m., where thus far nobody has put up a serious challenge against L. Ron Hubbard’s Diabetics. Will they continue to be the only team to win at the Ugly American? We’ll find out tonight. Then to the toughest bar in quizzo, the Bards, at 10 p.m. We saw a minor upset there on Tuesday. Will we see another one there tonight? The Kingdom will be playing again without Garbo, who continues his one week suspension for knowing too much about Chick Lit. See ya tonight!

It had been a while since we had any good (and by “good” I mean “angry”) political talk on this site, and seemingly forever since Dark Horse John told Bob T to kill himself. Well, good news, political junkies, the conversation under the Malcolm X video took a turn for the interesting. I am hoping to get BMT, Hunter, and Palestra Jon in on this, and then it will be just like old times. If only Darth Ern was still online.

One of the most unique rappers of the past twenty years is this guy, who turns 37 today.

It’s election day in Philadelphia, and I just wanted to do my civic duty and remind you to exercise your freedom. Voter apathy gives more power to special interest groups, so be an independent voice and cast your vote. A couple of candidates we’re excited about? Diane Thompson and Brett Mandel.

Vote on whether or not you think that Iverson should return to the Sixers.

The ultimate pitcher meltdown.

The ’91 Phils in retro jerseys.

Were you inspired by the Phils sweep this weekend?

First of all, congratulations to Free Netflix and Older Men, above, who finished 2nd at the Urban American, one spot ahead of Steve-O and two members of the Lambda juggernaut that won Quizzo Bowl V. (The chick lit category was apparently not in Steve-O’s wheelhouse.) The chick lit round also stirred up a hornets nest at the Bards, as Goodtimes suspended Sofa Kingdom member Garbo for immediately knowing the answer to every single chick lit question. While he may play at quizzo this week, he may not play with the Sofa Kingdom, due to his shameful performance in the Chick Lit round. As for the Ugly American, it’s going really well. We had about 25 folks the first week and about 30 the 2nd week, so we’re getting there. Hope to see even more of you this week. Dollar off every draft beer during the quiz. It is also definitely your best shot at getting a seat. I also like the fact that I am plugged into their sound system and can walk around, Phil Donahue style, with the cordless mic.

I am hoping to have the website redone in the next week or so. When I do, I think I’ve found a new motto. I was directed to this Yelp site recently, where someone was asking about quizzos. A man who refers to himself as the Bald Buffoon wrote: I’ve seen Johnny Goodtimes…I thought he was slightly better than average, but still pretty lame. That is simply the perfect JGT motto: Slightly better than average, but still pretty lame.

Finally, comedy show tonight at the Khyber. The drinks are obnoxiously cheap (I think it’s$1 PBRs and $2 Lagers) and it’s gonna be a great show, with some of my favorite local comedians, Aaron Hertzog, Eric Todd, and John Kensil. There are also rumors of me in a shower scene. If you haven’t been to the Chip Chantry One Man Show yet, I highly recommend it. Very funny stuff. 8 p.m. $5 cheap.

ALright, gonna post pics of last weeks winners. Questions underneath are about people having birthdays today. Answer in comments. One guess per person.

Quiz on Your Face have quickly become the first true rivals the Jams have had at the Vous in a while, and 1022 has added some muscle, so things are no longer a cakewalk for the Jam Masters. Will be interesting to see how things play out tonight at 6:15 p.m. I will warn you: this is the toughest quiz we’ve had in a few weeks. I don’t think anyone’s had a perfect round one yet. But I think it’s a good quiz. On to Black Sheep, where Duane’s World is unquestionably the team to beat. Can they be knocked off tonight? Kick off is at 8 p.m.

Lebowski Fest is coming to Philadelphia in September. Just thought you kids might want to know. Tickets go on sale Friday, man.