Baron Turner’s ‘Anything’ Blog

Is it just me? Somehow Ira Glass’s This American Life (thislife.org and podcasted) just makes me feel good. Born and living in the UK (having lived in CA for 4 years andmarried to an American) the show is just wonderful, restores my faith in human nature. I just wish there was someone in my area I could chat to about Ira’s superb program. Anyone? Anyone out there? OK - let’s narrow it down a little - I live in Wembdon, Somerset, UK and feel a world away from anyone who shares any enthusiasm for this great show. Even my lovely American wife doesn’t like it. Ira fans, help, comment…..

Chess software was always at the forefront of chess computing prowess. With Fritz 11 along with other favourites such as Shredder, the software continues to progress along with our computers. Fritz has ironed out some of the quirks of earlier versions and is superb for chess improvement and ease of use. For such incredible power and functionality, chess software such as this is very good value. Retailing at around £40 (GBP) the program presents us with Grandmaster level functionality and tutelege.