A Review Too Far - Steve Jobs

This week our Cinema Geeks review Stanley Kubrick's classic horror film, The Shining, move on to Darren Aronofsky's freshman effort, Pi, and finish with out in theaters now, Danny Boyle's take on tech guru Steve Jobs.First up is The Shining, the iconic horror masterpiece that stars Jack Nicholson as a troubled writer who is slowly driven mad by a haunted hotel. More a slow burn thriller than a jump-scare slasher, The Shining is a beautifully shot film that's just brimming with atmosphere.After that is Pi, the first film directed by modern auteur Darren Aronofsky. A simple scifi thriller about math and the essence of the universe, Pi is a tremendously impressive freshman effort both in terms of direction and what could be done with its minimal budget. Well worth a watch even if it does have rough edges.Finally, we tackle the big screen dramatic biography of legendary tech guru Steve Jobs, here portrayed by Michael Fassbender in all his arrogance and sweeping vision. Set on three specific days in his life, Steve Jobs portrays the cultural icon both for good and for ill, often to the extremes of his charisma and avarice. Great performances, direction, and pacing serve to make this a strong film in all our books.

Dr. David Waters, Orthopedic Associates

Dr. David Waters, Podiatrist at Orthopedic Associates, discusses common foot and ankle problems and treatment options.  Also discussed, treatment for diabetes patients and ways to avoid foot and ankle injuries.

Save-A-Buck Thursday

Darrin Church, Citizens Trust & Investment Company, discusses the U.S. Federal Reserve Bank's decision not to raise interest rates at their October meeting.  3rd quarter economic numbers show slowing growth, and more low prices for oil and natural gas.

Cullen Hoback: Terms and Conditions May Apply

Film Writer and Director Cullen Hoback talks about his documentary about Internet privacy "Terms and Conditions May Apply."  The film will be shown Thursday, October 29, 2015 at 7pm in the San Juan College Little Theater.  Hoback will appear Monday, November 2, 2015 at 7pm at the San Juan College Henderson Fine Arts Center to discuss his film and Internet privacy.

Conformity in Communication

Communications professor Dr. Mike Hattabaugh discusses conformity in communication, organization communication and explains the experiments of Dr. Solomon Asch.  

Farmington Schools Superintendent Dr, Eugene Schmidt

Farmington Municipal Schools Superintendent Dr. Eugene Schmidt discusses the district's results from the PARCC (Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers) test given to students this spring. Schmidt says Farmington students performed better than their statewide counterparts, but scores were still lower than previous tests.  Also discussed: construction of the new Farmington H.S. and concerns over the ground/foundation at the site for the proposed new gym.  Dr. Schmidt says the school board has agreed to the additional costs for foundation work.  Money will come from a contingency fund set aside for the project and other project savings, and the potential re-classification of Piedra Vista H.S. 

Adopt-A-Pet Tuesday

Amber Francisco, Farmington Regional Animal Shelter, talks about this week's pets.  Special adoption fees are still available during the month of October for dogs and puppies.KodaMalDavidPenelope

Tom Mullins, Rio Grande Foundation

Tom Mullins, board member of the Rio Grande Foundation, discusses the organizations concerns over the proposed Business Registration Ordinance being considered by the San Juan County Commission.  The County Commission has currently tabled Ordinance No. 95, but it may be re-introduced in the next month or so.  Listen to another point of view with San Juan County C.E.O. Kim Carpenter and Fire Chief Craig Dougherty here. 

Presbyterian Medical Services

Presbyterian Medical Services Doctors Andrés Gensini and Samira Nazzar discuss their work in San Juan County at the new Farmington Community Health Center.  Dr. Gensini is the center's Medical Director and is a family practice physician.  Dr. Nazzar is a pediatrician.

Friday Spotlight - Silhouette Series: Imago Theatre presents ZOO ZOO!

In this week's Friday Spotlight we talk with the Director of the Henderson Fine Arts Center, Linann Easley, about Imago Theatre's Zoo Zoo animal-themed dance performance. Part Cirque Du Soleil, part Mummenschanz, this family friendly event will be sure to please all ages. Curtain is 7PM on Tuesday, October 27th at the Henderson Fine Arts Center Performance Hall. Tickets are $20 for Adults, $18 for Students, $15 for Seniors, and $12 for kids 12 & under. For more information you can contact the Henderson Box Office at 505-566-3430.