Jill Mapes
From: Hubbard, Ohio
Expected Graduation: 2010
"Rock journalism is people who can't write interviewing people who can't talk for people who can't read." -- Frank Zappa I thoroughly disagree with this statement. Frank Zappa should try writing for Speakeasy and then maybe he'd learn a thing or two. I adore the entertainment section and Speakeasy in general. I also enjoy hummus, efficient adverbial usage, politics, post-it notes and John Lennon. Rob Sheffield is my favorite journalist.
Stories edited:
- 'Looking Both Ways' with Jakob Freely & The Mixtape Bandits
- U.S. military takes a 'Taxi to the Dark Side'
- Ain't nothing but a rock'n'roll blog: For Real Fest
- 'Persepolis' portrays life progression in war-torn Iran
- 'Constantine's Sword' exposes Church's history
- ‘Snow Angels’ so-so melodrama
- Jamnesty to break silence on human rights issues
- Black Swans expected to float through Donkey Coffee performance
- 'Under the Same Moon' balances heart and politics
- 'Smart People' proves intelligence isn't everything
- The Kooks rocks out with its ‘Konk’ out
- Ready, set, dro: The 4/20 playlist
- Rock out at Blackout Fest, pt. III
- Record Store Day to be celebrated in Athens
- Rock out at Blackout Fest, pt. II
- NBC Thursday night done right yet again
- Learn how to survive as a modern woman with 'Everything but the Kitchen Sink'
- Wal-Mart's 'Always Low Prices' create controversial music distribution
- Kennedy Museum exhibits first exclusively print portfolio show
- Jesty Beatz raps for change, 'Deal or No Deal'
- 'The Human Cannonball' launches into Athens as Southeast Engine bassist's side project
- Cinematheque shows assorted mix for a ‘Film Fest Fix’
- Athens' fresh 'acoustic boy' proves talented
- Behind the "scene" of Pitchfork Media
- Behind the "scene": a full interview with Pitchfork's Chris Kaskie
- 'Drillbit Taylor' is only a bit funny
- 'Broadcast Yourself': The good, the bad, the ugly of YouTube must-sees
- Funnymen take on love in ‘Things I’ve Learned From Women Who’ve Dumped Me’
- 'Top Chef' packs its knives and heads for Chicago
- 'Killer Bunnies' the perfect pre-studying game
- Go green with envy over these famous Patricks
- Mellow melodies to soothe stress of finals
- 'My Name Is Rachel Corrie' honors peacemaker
- Lost Flamingo Company's 'Pillowman' refuses to let audiences sleep
- Dead Will Rise bids farewell to vocalist with massive show
- 'Assassination of Jesse James' proves 2007's best underground film
- The Sad Bastards offer Athens authenticity
- Cinematheque offers unique, offbeat foreign films
- Ready, set, recycle with Project ReUse Fashion Show
- Ferrell's 'Semi-Pro' elicits semi-laughs
- 'The Other Boleyn Girl' lacks royal substance
- A Very Insomniac Weekend to keep music fans wide awake
- October Fist razes, rages through Athens scene
- Winter Dance Concert leaps to new heights
- World Drumming Party gives beat to OU
- The Aquabear Legion making waves with County Fair
- Ten cycles later, Tyra still finds suitable girls who ‘wanna be on top’
- 2008 album preview: A closer look at hidden, indie gems
- 'The Final Showdown' comes to The Wire's rescue
- 'The Hedgehog' is in
- Movies to keep engines running hot this winter
- A 'Fragile' showcase of movement and emotion
- 'Diving Bell' portrays life of paraplegic in hauntingly beautiful story
- Feel the love with Rasta love this Bob Marley Day
- A casual history of Athens' Casual Future
- 'Spring Awakening' production of sexual awakening
- 'Flavor of Love 3' lacks taste
- Presidential playlist adds soundtrack to campaign season
- Experience Kevin's 'Devine' being
- Say 'I love you' with film this Valentine's Day
- Empowered Women ready to rock the Front Room
- Get in the mood with music this Valentine's Day
- Brains behind the booking: Brian Ostrander continues to deliver
- Cinematheque brings French films to Athens
- Take a walk and a listen to Zephuros
- The full stroll with Zephuros
- 'Millionaire Matchmaker' showcases mixed message on modern dating
- Intrigue found in International Film Fest
- Warm up with laughter: Comedy ensemble movie playlist
- 'The Savages' explores difficulty of caring for aging parents
- OU students respect three X's of straight edge
- 'Searching' for a local artistic phenomenon
- 'Figuring' out featured artist Terry Rosenberg
- Laughs continue with 'The Producers'
- Daddy dearest: Weekend activities to share with father
- Ryan Smith set the mood for another Athens night
- Daytrotter.com revives passion in music journalism
- Covers to warm the soul
- 'The Golden Compass' controversy shakes Catholics
- Escape the cold with upcoming concerts in Cincinnati
- Coen brothers return to their roots for 'No Country'
- 'Project Runway' sews itself a new season
- Lance Bass proves out of touch with 'Out of Sync'
- Thank you for choosing the new music express
- Dance or die ... or just think about it
- 'Saw IV' makes audiences wish they never saw it
- The perfect playlist cures autumn's ailments
- Local band Russenorsk shines with unique beauty
- Full interview with Russenorsk
- The Gunshy victorious with There's No Love In This War
- Bewitching drinks to spook up Halloween night
- 'Rocket Science' a formula for success
- Colbert speaks to nation with 'I Am America'
- 'Geek Love' a delightful but terrifying romp
- Give in to absolute pleasure with 'Rocky Horror Picture Show'
- Cinematheque brings entertainment, inspiration
- Papadosio's 'Magreenery' spreads through Athens
- So much music, so little money
- Cartoon showcase brings more than laughs at Donkey
- Hot and bothered with 'Betty's Summer Vacation'
- 'Eastern Promises' a bloody step forward
- Southeast Engine chugs through America with new label, new record
- Kaslo unveils fresh sound with Watching the Carousel Collapse
- Gunbae!
- The Jarts prove their worth
- Self-help book 'Bastards' provides advice for rejection
- License to ill
- Glasses raised for 'Gossip Girl'
- Perks and perils of living The Good Life
- Oakley Hall rambling toward Athens for night of folk rock
- 'My Best Friend' charming, uplifting
- Dunder-Mifflinites reunite when 'Office' premieres Thursday
- Not Quite a 'Ten'
- Dollars & cents
- 'America’s Next Top Model' sashays into cycle nine
- Low dough Fratellis show worth the price
- ‘Transformers’: The best commercial you’ll ever see