Author: Ben Raskin

Childhood Memories My first encounter with the Alien franchise was at Grandma Hazel’s house. Aunt Dee and Mom had a rule: I could watch until I got scared, then it was off to bed. Naturally, I started watching during the infamous chest-bursting sequence. It was a terrifying yet thrilling introduction to a world that would…

Breakin’! Bears! Bozos! Alea iacta est. The Brothers Raskin crossed the Rubicon and there was no way they could do a monumental show remotely. That’s why Brother Ben braved 100+ degree temps, one-armed bandits, and drink coupons to travel to the hometown of The Brothers Raskin, Las Vegas. Brother Pat graciously hosted Ben at the…

Welcome to Olivarir County! The Brothers Raskin crossed into Diggstown and its’s ten men up and ten men down. Remember: never con a conman, especially if he’s better than you. Brother Patrick fires up the grill with a Bear v. Beef throwdown. Is it better to serve the masses or the critic? Is there a…