In this witty satire book, Greg Cote questions whether advances in technology always signify progress or if they are sometimes overrated.
#1 New Release in History Humor and Trivia
A humorous look at the past.
with Greg Cote, acclaimed Miami Herald columnist and podcaster. Through a collection of short essays, Cote delivers lighthearted yet thought-provoking rants on the perceived ""new and improved"" aspects of modern life through interesting stories.
More than just a satire book. It's a journey through fun trivia, random interesting facts, and captivating stories. Perfect for fans of the Dan LeBatard Show and those seeking a dose of wit and wisdom, this book promises an entertaining read that leaves a lasting impression.
Inside you'll find:
Greg Cote's delightful exploration of the quirks and nuances of modern living. A chance to laugh, ponder the insights, and revel in the joy of discovering the unexpected. Stories of nostalgia to entertain an enlighten.
If you liked I Remember That!,Why Do We Say That?, or The Origin of Names, Words and Everything in Between, you'll love Back in My Day!
By:
Greg Cote
Foreword by:
Dan Le Batard
Imprint: Mango Media
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions:
Height: 177mm,
Width: 127mm,
Spine: 12mm
ISBN: 9781684816491
ISBN 10: 1684816491
Pages: 212
Publication Date: 29 November 2024
Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Introduction, Tuesdays with Greg Cote Part I: How it Was, A Day in the Life of Greg Cote Back in my day: Superheroes Back in my day: Movie Theaters Back in my day: Video Games Back in my day: Concerts Back in my day: Lawnmowers Back in my day: Collecting Back in my day: Junk Drawer Back in my day: Receipts Back in my day: Wallets Back in my day: Briefcase Back in my day: Jobs Back in my day: Money Part II: How to Celebrate Properly Back in my day: Fake Candles Back in my day: Christmas Cards Back in my day: Christmas Decorations Back in my day: Gift Wrapping Back in my day: Easter Back in my day: Gender Reveals Back in my day: Dog Birthdays Part III: How we used to Self-Care Back in my day: Soap Back in my day: Bathroom time Back in my day: Haircuts Back in my day: Nail clipping Back in my day: Socks Back in my day: Shoes Back in my day: Medicine Back in my day: Mattresses Part IV: When Traveling Meant Traveling Back in my day: Cars Back in my day: Road trips Back in my day: Hotel Robots Back in my day: Themed Cruises Back in my day: Flying Back in my day: Astronauts Part V: Eating and Drinking and Drinking and Eating Back in my day: Grocery Store Shopping Back in my day: Coffee Back in my day: Salt and Pepper Back in my day: Sandwiches Back in my day: Food Trucks Back in my day: Cafeterias Back in my day: Potato chips Back in my day: Seeds Back in my day: Cookbooks Part VI: The Follies of “Technology” Back in my day: Telephone Operators Back in my day: Robot Vacuum Back in my day: Delivery Back in my day: Apps Back in my day: Commerce Back in my day: Vaping Back in my day: Watches (Rename to Smart Watches) Back in my day: Glasses Back in my day: Handwriting Back in my day: Fly Swatter Conclusion
Greg Cote is a Miami Herald sports columnist who in 2021 was named top 10 in column writing by the Associated Press Sports Editors. Greg also hosts The Greg Cote Show podcast and appears regularly on The Dan LeBatard Show With Stugotz. He lives in Miami, FL. Dan Le Batard is an American newspaper sportswriter, podcast host, and television reporter based in Miami, Florida. He has also worked at ESPN and for his hometown paper, The Miami Herald, for which he wrote from 1990 to 2016. In 2021, he founded Meadowlark Media with John Skipper. He currently resides in Miami, FL, with his wife, Valerie, their dog, Early, and two cats, Otis and Foot Foot.
Reviews for Back in My Day: Witty Satire Debunking the Myth of New and Improved
“A blurb for who? Greg? Greg who? Oh! Greg Cote! Yes. Yes. He’s writing a book? Really? Why? Why would anyone read a book from that young, red-headed oaf on my son’s show? What do you mean that’s not Greg? That’s his son Chris?” —Gonzalo “Papi” Le Batard, former ESPN Personality and current Old Man
