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“Get Ready, ain’t too proud: The Life And Times of The Temptations is an Evening of Good Feelings and Music.

“Get Ready, ain’t too proud: The Life And Times of The Temptations is an Evening of Good Feelings and Music.

Broadway in Chicago has brought ain’t too proud: The Life And Times Of The Temptations to the Cadillac Palace Theater and I loved it!  I still have the albums and 45’s of the Temptations and still have fond memories of high school parties listening to songs like “Fading Away” and “Please Return Your Love to Me.”  Okay, you may not know that one, it was a while ago.

The story is told by the original member and founder of the group Otis Williams (Marcus Paul James.) We get a history lesson on how he came to Detroit from the south, found his love of music and started the group with classic members Paul Williams (James T. Lane), Melvin Franklin (Harrell Holmes, Jr.,) Eddie Kendricks (Jalen Harris,) David Ruffin (Elijah Ahmad Lewis.)

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From the first note to the last there is good music and movement and most of us were taken back to warm memories of our youth. The story tells the ups and downs of the group and working with Berry Gordy and Motown.  We understand the changes to the group and why they happened.

The audience is invited to sing along loudly and wrong if you like, and I am proud to say, I did both on my favorite songs…which was all of them.

I had a conversation with James T. Lane who plays Paul Williams about the cast mastering the smooth moves of the Temptations. He replied, “Well what’s funny is, Sergio Trujillo is the choreographer. So, what he did so beautifully was, he took their iconic style, the smoothness, the suaveness, the steps, The Temptations walk, The Temptations moves, and then he expanded on that to make it into a musical. So, we’ve got transitions. We’re definitely in concert mode where you see us doing, Ain’t Too Proud To Beg and Get Ready Because Here We Come, but then you do… we do stuff like For Once In My Life, which describes what Paul is going through in his life. So, we take the performance aspect in various scenarios, and we bring these musical numbers to life. Paul was the first choreographer of the group.”

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Otis Williams, the only surviving original member of the group is Executive Producer of “ain’t too proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations” and is still performing and writing music.  Through the narration we see the trials and tribulations he went through trying to keep the group together and putting is trust in Motown and their vision for the group, even though it stifled his dream to write music for the group.

Photo credit Emilio Madrid

I know the story is about the Temptations, but I have to give props the ladies in the show who play the roles of the Supremes, Tammi Terrell, Josephine, and other female characters.  These ladies’ voices were amazing and more than once stopped the show. 

I guarantee, when you leave the theater after the show you will be singing all the old Motown hits and feeling good.

Until next time, keep your EYE to the sky!

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The 13+ Best Adult Cam Sites of 2022

Adult cam sites are all the rage. There has never been a better time to interact with a live cam girl. Perhaps it has something to do with the fact that we all feel so isolated, and connecting with a live model is more satisfying than watching prerecorded videos.

These days, most adult actresses and models offer their services via virtual camming platforms. There are quite literally hundreds of thousands of cam girls you can video chat with, so how in the world do you choose? These cam sites deliver the goods in terms of adventurous women, seamless camming experiences, and sexual gratification. But each site is unique in its own special way. From private shows to free options and special performers, there is a lot to digest.

We’ve taken the time to break down which cam sites are best and why. Stick to this guide and you’ll certainly have the best cam experience possible.

The Best Adult Cam Sites of 2022

RankBrandBest For1.JerkmateBest modern cam website2.ChaturbateBest overall cam site3.LiveJasminMost gorgeous models4.MyFreeCamsBest free option5.ImLiveGreat for watching couples6.CamSodaGreat for specific fetishes7.Cams.comTeledildonic features8.Flirt4FreeProfessional cam models9.XcamsMost diverse cam models10.StreamateThousands of streams at any given time11.Lucky CrushRandom one-on-one cam shows12.StripchatBeautiful live stripteases13.BongacamsEasiest cam site to navigate14.BabestationBiggest UK cam site

1.  Jerkmate: Popular new cam site

Jerkmate is a really unique cam site because it allows its users to filter the models they search for by personal preference. You can specify your preference in gender, kink, and even body type. It’s a matching system between viewers and cam girls, which makes it feel pretty special. Once you match with someone, you have the option of also becoming a cam model. You can stream a video of yourself watching the cam girl, which is pretty nice. Think of it as if Chatroulette, Tinder, and Chaturbate had a love child. Most people enjoy watching private cam shows because they are longing for a connection, sexual or otherwise. Jerkmate delivers that in spades.

Jerkmate also hires actual pornstars and professional cam girls to stream live. Going one-on-one with one of the pros is unlikely and really expensive. However, if you prefer your cam girl to be an actual pornstar, you can view their live shows with other users on the site. These women will expect you to give them tons of tokens if you want them to do anything specific, but this is pretty normal for camming websites.

Beyond the two unique and exciting options that Jerkmate provides, it’s also very easy to use. It’s got a modern feel to it and selecting a show to watch could not be easier. If you don’t love who you’ve been matched with, you can also browse the expansive list of categories that Jerkmate has to offer. Those categories range from BDSM to Sex Toys and everything in between. As far as pricing goes, it’s up to the model. Expect to pay anywhere from $50 to $100 per hour watching one of the Jerkmate shows.

Pros:

Models can see you if you wantIntuitive search functionAdvanced personalized features

Cons:

This is a pricey option

2.  Chaturbate:Number one cam site in the world

There’s a good chance you’ve heard of Chaturbate. Not only is the name genius for a camgirl site, but Chaturbate has managed to stand the test of time. We can’t believe it’s been ten years since it was created back in 2011! It’s hailed as the best cam site available by millions of users because it has the most diverse and explicit portfolio of models who use the platform to stream.

When you get to the Chaturbate home page, you’ll be greeted with various thumbnails of women or scenes. That’s your sneak peek for what is to come when you actually click on one of these images. Immediately you’ll be launched into a wonderfully raunchy cam show completely free of charge. At first blush, it looks like most of these cam girls are doing solo shows, but once you take a deeper dive, you’ll find couples, threesomes, and other unique and interesting live shows to choose from. You can also search for shows by filtering by the huge list of categories or tags. Though busy looking, Chaturbate is very easy to navigate and explore with so many live feeds to watch for free.

You’re probably wondering if Chaturbate is completely free. The answer to that is both yes and no. While you can enter any live show for free, you are really walking into a teaser of sorts. The women on Chaturbate are trying to get you to eventually pay for a private show, which is what most people want anyway. We will admit though that the teasers are often very explicit and can usually get the job done before you even grab your wallet.

You likely will reach for your credit card though, because Chaturbate is famous for delivering satisfying one-on-one shows. They operate on a token system. As you spend more time watching the show, your tokens will begin to dwindle.

Pros:

AffordableBest cam site availableGreat one-on-one performancesYou get a lot out of a free account

Cons:

Most models need to reach a certain token amount before they fully perform

Check out our complete Chaturbate review if you’re looking for more info.

3.  LiveJasmin: Known for having stunning models

The most noteworthy thing to say about LiveJasmin is that the women on this site are drop dead gorgeous. They are diverse, in shape, stunning, manicured, and all around perfect cam girls. You will notice this the minute you hop onto the home page. It looks extremely put together, modern, and professional.

These women don’t seem to be filming themselves from dimly lit bedrooms. Instead, it feels like a whole studio operation with professional porn stars. This is a pro for most, but some viewers enjoy that amateurish feel. If you are into the amateur stuff, then steer clear of LiveJasmin because it’s all top notch here. LiveJasmin is full of very recognizable and famous cam girl faces. That’s what makes it one of the best cam sites around.

Other than the beautiful stars and modern interface, there’s not much about LiveJasmin that makes it stand out (except for the fact that they have a nice mobile option, but who wants to watch a cam girl on their cell phone?). It’s set up like many other cam sites and takes you through the same process and the features are the same. A nice perk though is the fact that LiveJasmin caters to every type of gender and sexuality, giving it a distinctly diverse library of models and streams to choose from.

Pros:

Beautiful recognizable modelsMobile optionRange of genders, sexualities, and kinks

Cons:

No amateur option

4.  MyFreeCams: Actual free shows

For those of you shopping for cam sites on a budget, there’s no better site for you than MyFreeCams, also known as Jerk N’ Cum. Yes, the shows on this site are actually free. This is obviously the biggest perk that MyFreeCams has to offer.

Because it’s free and the models don’t charge you to watch their shows, you might be skeptical of the quality but you truly have nothing to worry about. The women on MyFreeCams are as skilled as they are gorgeous. They are also down to get into some very kinky activity, which is why you’re watching cam girls in the first place!

The one thing that you can’t really access on this site is private chat or one-on-one video sessions. But what can you really expect from a cam site that doesn’t cost you a dime? You can of course purchase tokens on MyFreeCams and try your luck asking one of the models for a private show, but it’s not very likely to happen. These models are used to the dynamic of the site and aren’t normally willing to make an exception for anyone. These models also aren’t the most responsive to requests in their chat box. That’s potentially because it’s oversaturated with guys like you asking them to do a million different things. If you’re OK with just being a voyeur for free, MyFreeCams is a fantastic budget-friendly option for you.

If you decide that you’d like to pay for MyFreeCams because you can afford to or you’ve got extra cash lying around, you will be given the keys to their entire library of cam girl archives. You can check out their old videos. It’s not everyone’s cup of tea, but there are folks out there who
love it.

Pros:

Genuinely freeFantastic performances

Cons:

Can’t view private shows

5.  ImLive: Old-school cam site featuring couples

ImLive is the granddaddy of cam sites. It’s been around for almost 20 years and has managed to continue to captivate viewers with the changing times. ImLive is a streaming site where models and couples perform sex shows for their audiences. There’s not much more to it. However, not all sex cam sites offer couples shows, so if you like watching two people get it on then ImLive is your best bet.

The pay structure at ImLive gives you options, which is a definite plus. You can either pay by the minute or send models tips. There are also plenty of models and shows to choose from, so you’ll never have a dull moment on this popular cam site.

Yes, ImLive dubs itself a free cam site, but we know what that really means. You can watch archived shows for free, but the live goods are going to cost you. The shows are usually worth it, but don’t expect a ton of interaction from the models. They tend to fall short in their personal relationships with viewers and fans; however, the shows themselves are a treat to watch.

Pros:

Great for watching couplesDifferent payment optionsFree archived shows

Cons:

The models aren’t very interactive

6.  CamSoda: Cam girls with the best personalities

CamSoda operates like most cam sites do. There are free rooms that you can enter to view live adult cam shows, but if you want the women to do anything specific during the show, you will need to spend. However, CamSoda is really affordable. This is because the models don’t charge you per minute. It’s based solely on your donations.

The one drawback to CamSoda is their pricing structure. Most cam sites will allow you to enter free cam shows, but not before informing you of what you should tip the model or what each naughty activity costs. Getting a girl to perform a desired sexual act is going to require linking up with the other guys in the chat and pooling that money until the model’s “goal” is reached. Each model comes up with a different money goal per show and tries to seduce the viewers into paying up. You can’t blame them; camming is their job.

Private shows aren’t really a thing on CamSoda. However, the models on this cam site are very interactive. They actually pay a lot of attention to the chat as their show is live and they make you feel like you are actually in the room with them while they are performing. People have complained before that some models on CamSoda talk too much or spend too much time replying to their fans.

Pros:

Interactive models with personalityCaters to a variety of fetishes

Cons:

The models don’t list their prices per naughty activity

7.  Cams.com: Cam site with a teledildonics option

Cams.com is one of the more unique and advanced cam sites on this list. You might not know it by just visiting their website because initially, it looks like your average cam site. There are free shows that you can enter and you have the ability to filter by model, body type, and gender. This is one of the few sex cam sites that contains female shows in addition to male shows, trans shows, and nonbinary shows. We find that to be a huge plus as it caters to a much wider audience of viewers.

Cams.com is not only ahead of the game in terms of their diversity, but they are also very technologically advanced. If you are someone who watches a lot of VR porn, you are familiar with the term teledildonics. In VR, teledildonics are bluetooth sex toys that synch up to what you are watching. For the purposes of cams, it allows you to control the sex toy that the performer is using, which is insanely cool and futuristic! It brings an entirely new level to cam shows and makes you feel like you are intimately interacting with a model right there in the room with them.

This cam site is one where you have to pay by the minute, which can get really pricey if you plan on spending a lot of time on the site. Yes, there are free shows, but they aren’t all that good. It’s worth checking out the paid ones though because of all the unique features.

Pros:

Teledildonics!Advanced search functionDiverse models

Cons:

If you aren’t in it for the teledildonics, there are better options

8.  Flirt4Free: Intuitive search function available

When you visit Flirt4Free you might be inclined to believe that it’s a site like Chaturbate where tons of amateur models can stream their sexual activities. However, Flirt4Free is for the pros. These are seasoned pornstars who deliver gratifying shows to a very hungry audience. And Flirt4Free knows how to give the viewers what they want because it’s been around for so long.

Flirt4Free is certainly one of the most intuitive sex cam sites available because you are able to filter the models on this site by kink and fetish, like BDSM or couples. If you find a model that you particularly love, you can also take a look at their schedule so that you never miss a show.

Flirt4Free might reel in newcomers with the “F” word (free), but cam site enthusiasts know that you’ll end up paying at some point. To their credit though, Flirt4Free allows you to watch public streams and get information about the performers. Private shows will drive you to pay for tokens so that you can direct the lovely cam girl who you’ve chosen to watch. Performers decide their own price-per-minute, so keep an eye out for that before you end up breaking the bank.

Pros:

Free public showsTons of filtering optionsProfessional, pornstar-quality models

Cons:

Models operate on an expensive price-per-minute structure

9.  XCams: Diverse Euro models

XCams is a special cam site for folks who have eyes for European cam models. They flourish on XCams, though it’s a lesser-known site than the rest. It’s surprising that it flies under the radar because there are always so many models available at any given time for anyone to watch.

Diversity is the name of the game over at XCams. While they feature tons of Europeans, these models are really diverse in their backgrounds, performance styles, and kinks that they love to get into. It’s fun to browse through the thumbnails of videos on the XCams homepage because you get a peek at all the unique shows they have to offer.

Each model decides what you’ll pay for a show. Before you commit, you’ll be shown a preview, told where the model is from, and told how many credits you’ll need to pay for your time. You will get 25 free credits just for signing up, which will give you about five minutes on average.

Pros:

Beautiful diverse cam girlsVery kinkyGreat previews for private shows

Cons:

Models operate on an expensive price-per-minute structureSmall amount of free credits when you sign up

10.  Streamate: Most options

If you’re after quantity, Streammate is a good option. There are literally thousands of models online at any given time when you head over to the site. It doesn’t matter if it’s during your 12 PM lunch break or after midnight, this site is always busy. It’s the cam site that never sleeps.

The Streamate performers also love to please. Truthfully, it’s because they want to be tipped well, but you can rest assured that any model you watch on Streamate will work very hard to earn your affection. They are very engaging, personable, and (of course) sexy.

Streamate is a no-frills site that takes you straight to the action. It doesn’t need all the bells and whistles because it provides a large amount of really great shows. You can use their simple and intuitive search function to filter your options, making Streamate one of the easiest sex cam sites to navigate. And their filtering options get really specific, so you can find exactly what turns you on. There is also a “Newcomer” section for the viewers who love to watch fresh talent or want to discover new models.

Pros:

Thousands of models to choose fromAmateurs and professionals available

Cons:

This site has a lot of annoying adsOutdated web design

11.  LuckyCrush: A combo of a cam site and Chatroulette

LuckyCrush is a cam girl site that randomly matches you with flirty ladies. It’s newer, but it has managed to attract millions of users on a monthly basis. People like to say that LuckyCrush is a healthy mix of a cam site and a random chat site like Chatroulette. It’s probably what you wished Chatroulette could be when you were too young to know about cam sites. Men and women are randomly paired for an erotic video chat.

LuckyCrush is confident in its unique model, which is why it offers first-time male visitors a brief free trial. After that, you will need to purchase credits to enjoy the site. Women come to LuckyCrush hoping to make money, so stocking up a little bit will do you some good.

Because LuckyCrush is totally random, you might be paired up with a hottie who is on the other side of the world. Don’t worry if you don’t speak her language. LuckyCrush has a built-in translation feature that makes it easy to communicate with models from all over the world. It’s an exciting approach to cam shows.

Pros:

Personally meet models from all over the worldExclusively private shows

Cons:

You can’t filter or searchNot for everyone

12.  StripChat: Interactive stripteases

StripChat is a cam site with some special perks. On the surface, it’s a way to view beautiful live stripteases performed by stunning models. Some of them just like to strip and others take it up a notch by displaying naughty activities. In that regard, it’s a little different from your average sex cam site. You can check out the videos for free and tip the models, like you normally would. These tips are given in the form of tokens, which you will need to purchase beforehand.

The women on StripChat are not amateurs. They are women who seem to fit right into the porn industry. They really know what they are doing and they are fantastic at putting on a show for an audience. This is also a site that sadly caters exclusively to the male gaze. In other words, there isn’t any real gender diversity unless you head over to their couples section. However, everything, including the lesbian scenes, seems to be shot exclusively for purely heterosexual males.

What separates StripChat from the crowd is their VR feature. Now, if you don’t have a pair of VR goggles, you are going to want to stop reading because this next part is going to make you really jealous. StripChat’s VR function allows you to throw on a headset and opt in for a private show from one of their pretty performers. It takes live interaction to new heights and is a deeply satisfying cam experience. The videos are in HD, so you won’t miss a thing!

Pros:

HD stripteasesVR featuresProfessional cam girls

Cons:

Sometimes, you only get a striptease

13.  BongaCams: Affordable, transparent

On the surface, BongaCams likes to pretend that it’s a free cam site full of women, couples, and trans people. If you’ve made it this far in reading cam reviews, you won’t be surprised to learn that every site is going to squeeze some coin out of you at some point. That’s just how these things work. But BongaCams isn’t going to suck you dry by charging per minute. Their models make a living based on their tips, and you are going to eventually want to tip them through the token payment structure.

The good thing about the BongaCams pricing setup is that there are really no surprises. When you enter a free live show, you are shown a list of the models prices per a given activity. For instance, erotic play between two beautiful lesbian models might cost you 100 tokens. You’ll be informed of everything up front, which helps you figure out which shows are worth watching based on your personal preference and what you can afford. You can also try your luck at jumping into a show and mooching off the other viewers who will send tips, but it might test your patience.

BongaCams delivers incredible shows but doesn’t provide many private show options. In the end, BongaCams is a pretty predictable cam site with a token system and great performers. You’ll find a lot of new girls on this site too, because it’s very welcoming to girls who want to get into camming for the first time.

Pros:

Very transparent about priceGreat site design

Cons:

Not great for private shows

14.  BabeStation: Huge UK cam site

BabeStation has been around for nearly two decades and is the biggest cam site for UK models. Of all the cam sites, BabeStation is not one that you want to breeze past because it has a lot to offer.

Most sites that have been around for as long as BabeStation have pretty much nailed the cam girl experience. This will become clear to you immediately upon visiting the site. Rather than staring at a bunch of thumbnails, you’ll be plopped into a live show right away. You can of course exit and search for a show that’s a bit more your flavor, but it’s nice to know that you can freely view HD cam shows from the jump.

One thing that BabeStation is missing is an easy way for new visitors to browse and filter. Most of the models are great, but this site isn’t designed to cater to unique fetishes because it’s hard to navigate. Some of the performers are also a little dry. They will sometimes just keep their camera on while they go about mundane tasks, which is more of a voyeuristic experience than an interactive cam show.

BabeStation does offer a ton of promotions at any given time, making it feel very affordable when you decide that you do want to tip a model.

Pros:

Biggest UK cam siteCan actually watch shows for free

Cons:

Not an easy site to navigateSome performers lack engagement or personality

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The 13+ Best Adult Cam Sites of 2022Corvelay Mediaon June 7, 2022 at 9:00 am

Adult cam sites are all the rage. There has never been a better time to interact with a live cam girl. Perhaps it has something to do with the fact that we all feel so isolated, and connecting with a live model is more satisfying than watching prerecorded videos.

These days, most adult actresses and models offer their services via virtual camming platforms. There are quite literally hundreds of thousands of cam girls you can video chat with, so how in the world do you choose? These cam sites deliver the goods in terms of adventurous women, seamless camming experiences, and sexual gratification. But each site is unique in its own special way. From private shows to free options and special performers, there is a lot to digest.

We’ve taken the time to break down which cam sites are best and why. Stick to this guide and you’ll certainly have the best cam experience possible.

The Best Adult Cam Sites of 2022

RankBrandBest For1.JerkmateBest modern cam website2.ChaturbateBest overall cam site3.LiveJasminMost gorgeous models4.MyFreeCamsBest free option5.ImLiveGreat for watching couples6.CamSodaGreat for specific fetishes7.Cams.comTeledildonic features8.Flirt4FreeProfessional cam models9.XcamsMost diverse cam models10.StreamateThousands of streams at any given time11.Lucky CrushRandom one-on-one cam shows12.StripchatBeautiful live stripteases13.BongacamsEasiest cam site to navigate14.BabestationBiggest UK cam site

1.  Jerkmate: Popular new cam site

Jerkmate is a really unique cam site because it allows its users to filter the models they search for by personal preference. You can specify your preference in gender, kink, and even body type. It’s a matching system between viewers and cam girls, which makes it feel pretty special. Once you match with someone, you have the option of also becoming a cam model. You can stream a video of yourself watching the cam girl, which is pretty nice. Think of it as if Chatroulette, Tinder, and Chaturbate had a love child. Most people enjoy watching private cam shows because they are longing for a connection, sexual or otherwise. Jerkmate delivers that in spades.

Jerkmate also hires actual pornstars and professional cam girls to stream live. Going one-on-one with one of the pros is unlikely and really expensive. However, if you prefer your cam girl to be an actual pornstar, you can view their live shows with other users on the site. These women will expect you to give them tons of tokens if you want them to do anything specific, but this is pretty normal for camming websites.

Beyond the two unique and exciting options that Jerkmate provides, it’s also very easy to use. It’s got a modern feel to it and selecting a show to watch could not be easier. If you don’t love who you’ve been matched with, you can also browse the expansive list of categories that Jerkmate has to offer. Those categories range from BDSM to Sex Toys and everything in between. As far as pricing goes, it’s up to the model. Expect to pay anywhere from $50 to $100 per hour watching one of the Jerkmate shows.

Pros:

Models can see you if you wantIntuitive search functionAdvanced personalized features

Cons:

This is a pricey option

2.  Chaturbate:Number one cam site in the world

There’s a good chance you’ve heard of Chaturbate. Not only is the name genius for a camgirl site, but Chaturbate has managed to stand the test of time. We can’t believe it’s been ten years since it was created back in 2011! It’s hailed as the best cam site available by millions of users because it has the most diverse and explicit portfolio of models who use the platform to stream.

When you get to the Chaturbate home page, you’ll be greeted with various thumbnails of women or scenes. That’s your sneak peek for what is to come when you actually click on one of these images. Immediately you’ll be launched into a wonderfully raunchy cam show completely free of charge. At first blush, it looks like most of these cam girls are doing solo shows, but once you take a deeper dive, you’ll find couples, threesomes, and other unique and interesting live shows to choose from. You can also search for shows by filtering by the huge list of categories or tags. Though busy looking, Chaturbate is very easy to navigate and explore with so many live feeds to watch for free.

You’re probably wondering if Chaturbate is completely free. The answer to that is both yes and no. While you can enter any live show for free, you are really walking into a teaser of sorts. The women on Chaturbate are trying to get you to eventually pay for a private show, which is what most people want anyway. We will admit though that the teasers are often very explicit and can usually get the job done before you even grab your wallet.

You likely will reach for your credit card though, because Chaturbate is famous for delivering satisfying one-on-one shows. They operate on a token system. As you spend more time watching the show, your tokens will begin to dwindle.

Pros:

AffordableBest cam site availableGreat one-on-one performancesYou get a lot out of a free account

Cons:

Most models need to reach a certain token amount before they fully perform

Check out our complete Chaturbate review if you’re looking for more info.

3.  LiveJasmin: Known for having stunning models

The most noteworthy thing to say about LiveJasmin is that the women on this site are drop dead gorgeous. They are diverse, in shape, stunning, manicured, and all around perfect cam girls. You will notice this the minute you hop onto the home page. It looks extremely put together, modern, and professional.

These women don’t seem to be filming themselves from dimly lit bedrooms. Instead, it feels like a whole studio operation with professional porn stars. This is a pro for most, but some viewers enjoy that amateurish feel. If you are into the amateur stuff, then steer clear of LiveJasmin because it’s all top notch here. LiveJasmin is full of very recognizable and famous cam girl faces. That’s what makes it one of the best cam sites around.

Other than the beautiful stars and modern interface, there’s not much about LiveJasmin that makes it stand out (except for the fact that they have a nice mobile option, but who wants to watch a cam girl on their cell phone?). It’s set up like many other cam sites and takes you through the same process and the features are the same. A nice perk though is the fact that LiveJasmin caters to every type of gender and sexuality, giving it a distinctly diverse library of models and streams to choose from.

Pros:

Beautiful recognizable modelsMobile optionRange of genders, sexualities, and kinks

Cons:

No amateur option

4.  MyFreeCams: Actual free shows

For those of you shopping for cam sites on a budget, there’s no better site for you than MyFreeCams, also known as Jerk N’ Cum. Yes, the shows on this site are actually free. This is obviously the biggest perk that MyFreeCams has to offer.

Because it’s free and the models don’t charge you to watch their shows, you might be skeptical of the quality but you truly have nothing to worry about. The women on MyFreeCams are as skilled as they are gorgeous. They are also down to get into some very kinky activity, which is why you’re watching cam girls in the first place!

The one thing that you can’t really access on this site is private chat or one-on-one video sessions. But what can you really expect from a cam site that doesn’t cost you a dime? You can of course purchase tokens on MyFreeCams and try your luck asking one of the models for a private show, but it’s not very likely to happen. These models are used to the dynamic of the site and aren’t normally willing to make an exception for anyone. These models also aren’t the most responsive to requests in their chat box. That’s potentially because it’s oversaturated with guys like you asking them to do a million different things. If you’re OK with just being a voyeur for free, MyFreeCams is a fantastic budget-friendly option for you.

If you decide that you’d like to pay for MyFreeCams because you can afford to or you’ve got extra cash lying around, you will be given the keys to their entire library of cam girl archives. You can check out their old videos. It’s not everyone’s cup of tea, but there are folks out there who
love it.

Pros:

Genuinely freeFantastic performances

Cons:

Can’t view private shows

5.  ImLive: Old-school cam site featuring couples

ImLive is the granddaddy of cam sites. It’s been around for almost 20 years and has managed to continue to captivate viewers with the changing times. ImLive is a streaming site where models and couples perform sex shows for their audiences. There’s not much more to it. However, not all sex cam sites offer couples shows, so if you like watching two people get it on then ImLive is your best bet.

The pay structure at ImLive gives you options, which is a definite plus. You can either pay by the minute or send models tips. There are also plenty of models and shows to choose from, so you’ll never have a dull moment on this popular cam site.

Yes, ImLive dubs itself a free cam site, but we know what that really means. You can watch archived shows for free, but the live goods are going to cost you. The shows are usually worth it, but don’t expect a ton of interaction from the models. They tend to fall short in their personal relationships with viewers and fans; however, the shows themselves are a treat to watch.

Pros:

Great for watching couplesDifferent payment optionsFree archived shows

Cons:

The models aren’t very interactive

6.  CamSoda: Cam girls with the best personalities

CamSoda operates like most cam sites do. There are free rooms that you can enter to view live adult cam shows, but if you want the women to do anything specific during the show, you will need to spend. However, CamSoda is really affordable. This is because the models don’t charge you per minute. It’s based solely on your donations.

The one drawback to CamSoda is their pricing structure. Most cam sites will allow you to enter free cam shows, but not before informing you of what you should tip the model or what each naughty activity costs. Getting a girl to perform a desired sexual act is going to require linking up with the other guys in the chat and pooling that money until the model’s “goal” is reached. Each model comes up with a different money goal per show and tries to seduce the viewers into paying up. You can’t blame them; camming is their job.

Private shows aren’t really a thing on CamSoda. However, the models on this cam site are very interactive. They actually pay a lot of attention to the chat as their show is live and they make you feel like you are actually in the room with them while they are performing. People have complained before that some models on CamSoda talk too much or spend too much time replying to their fans.

Pros:

Interactive models with personalityCaters to a variety of fetishes

Cons:

The models don’t list their prices per naughty activity

7.  Cams.com: Cam site with a teledildonics option

Cams.com is one of the more unique and advanced cam sites on this list. You might not know it by just visiting their website because initially, it looks like your average cam site. There are free shows that you can enter and you have the ability to filter by model, body type, and gender. This is one of the few sex cam sites that contains female shows in addition to male shows, trans shows, and nonbinary shows. We find that to be a huge plus as it caters to a much wider audience of viewers.

Cams.com is not only ahead of the game in terms of their diversity, but they are also very technologically advanced. If you are someone who watches a lot of VR porn, you are familiar with the term teledildonics. In VR, teledildonics are bluetooth sex toys that synch up to what you are watching. For the purposes of cams, it allows you to control the sex toy that the performer is using, which is insanely cool and futuristic! It brings an entirely new level to cam shows and makes you feel like you are intimately interacting with a model right there in the room with them.

This cam site is one where you have to pay by the minute, which can get really pricey if you plan on spending a lot of time on the site. Yes, there are free shows, but they aren’t all that good. It’s worth checking out the paid ones though because of all the unique features.

Pros:

Teledildonics!Advanced search functionDiverse models

Cons:

If you aren’t in it for the teledildonics, there are better options

8.  Flirt4Free: Intuitive search function available

When you visit Flirt4Free you might be inclined to believe that it’s a site like Chaturbate where tons of amateur models can stream their sexual activities. However, Flirt4Free is for the pros. These are seasoned pornstars who deliver gratifying shows to a very hungry audience. And Flirt4Free knows how to give the viewers what they want because it’s been around for so long.

Flirt4Free is certainly one of the most intuitive sex cam sites available because you are able to filter the models on this site by kink and fetish, like BDSM or couples. If you find a model that you particularly love, you can also take a look at their schedule so that you never miss a show.

Flirt4Free might reel in newcomers with the “F” word (free), but cam site enthusiasts know that you’ll end up paying at some point. To their credit though, Flirt4Free allows you to watch public streams and get information about the performers. Private shows will drive you to pay for tokens so that you can direct the lovely cam girl who you’ve chosen to watch. Performers decide their own price-per-minute, so keep an eye out for that before you end up breaking the bank.

Pros:

Free public showsTons of filtering optionsProfessional, pornstar-quality models

Cons:

Models operate on an expensive price-per-minute structure

9.  XCams: Diverse Euro models

XCams is a special cam site for folks who have eyes for European cam models. They flourish on XCams, though it’s a lesser-known site than the rest. It’s surprising that it flies under the radar because there are always so many models available at any given time for anyone to watch.

Diversity is the name of the game over at XCams. While they feature tons of Europeans, these models are really diverse in their backgrounds, performance styles, and kinks that they love to get into. It’s fun to browse through the thumbnails of videos on the XCams homepage because you get a peek at all the unique shows they have to offer.

Each model decides what you’ll pay for a show. Before you commit, you’ll be shown a preview, told where the model is from, and told how many credits you’ll need to pay for your time. You will get 25 free credits just for signing up, which will give you about five minutes on average.

Pros:

Beautiful diverse cam girlsVery kinkyGreat previews for private shows

Cons:

Models operate on an expensive price-per-minute structureSmall amount of free credits when you sign up

10.  Streamate: Most options

If you’re after quantity, Streammate is a good option. There are literally thousands of models online at any given time when you head over to the site. It doesn’t matter if it’s during your 12 PM lunch break or after midnight, this site is always busy. It’s the cam site that never sleeps.

The Streamate performers also love to please. Truthfully, it’s because they want to be tipped well, but you can rest assured that any model you watch on Streamate will work very hard to earn your affection. They are very engaging, personable, and (of course) sexy.

Streamate is a no-frills site that takes you straight to the action. It doesn’t need all the bells and whistles because it provides a large amount of really great shows. You can use their simple and intuitive search function to filter your options, making Streamate one of the easiest sex cam sites to navigate. And their filtering options get really specific, so you can find exactly what turns you on. There is also a “Newcomer” section for the viewers who love to watch fresh talent or want to discover new models.

Pros:

Thousands of models to choose fromAmateurs and professionals available

Cons:

This site has a lot of annoying adsOutdated web design

11.  LuckyCrush: A combo of a cam site and Chatroulette

LuckyCrush is a cam girl site that randomly matches you with flirty ladies. It’s newer, but it has managed to attract millions of users on a monthly basis. People like to say that LuckyCrush is a healthy mix of a cam site and a random chat site like Chatroulette. It’s probably what you wished Chatroulette could be when you were too young to know about cam sites. Men and women are randomly paired for an erotic video chat.

LuckyCrush is confident in its unique model, which is why it offers first-time male visitors a brief free trial. After that, you will need to purchase credits to enjoy the site. Women come to LuckyCrush hoping to make money, so stocking up a little bit will do you some good.

Because LuckyCrush is totally random, you might be paired up with a hottie who is on the other side of the world. Don’t worry if you don’t speak her language. LuckyCrush has a built-in translation feature that makes it easy to communicate with models from all over the world. It’s an exciting approach to cam shows.

Pros:

Personally meet models from all over the worldExclusively private shows

Cons:

You can’t filter or searchNot for everyone

12.  StripChat: Interactive stripteases

StripChat is a cam site with some special perks. On the surface, it’s a way to view beautiful live stripteases performed by stunning models. Some of them just like to strip and others take it up a notch by displaying naughty activities. In that regard, it’s a little different from your average sex cam site. You can check out the videos for free and tip the models, like you normally would. These tips are given in the form of tokens, which you will need to purchase beforehand.

The women on StripChat are not amateurs. They are women who seem to fit right into the porn industry. They really know what they are doing and they are fantastic at putting on a show for an audience. This is also a site that sadly caters exclusively to the male gaze. In other words, there isn’t any real gender diversity unless you head over to their couples section. However, everything, including the lesbian scenes, seems to be shot exclusively for purely heterosexual males.

What separates StripChat from the crowd is their VR feature. Now, if you don’t have a pair of VR goggles, you are going to want to stop reading because this next part is going to make you really jealous. StripChat’s VR function allows you to throw on a headset and opt in for a private show from one of their pretty performers. It takes live interaction to new heights and is a deeply satisfying cam experience. The videos are in HD, so you won’t miss a thing!

Pros:

HD stripteasesVR featuresProfessional cam girls

Cons:

Sometimes, you only get a striptease

13.  BongaCams: Affordable, transparent

On the surface, BongaCams likes to pretend that it’s a free cam site full of women, couples, and trans people. If you’ve made it this far in reading cam reviews, you won’t be surprised to learn that every site is going to squeeze some coin out of you at some point. That’s just how these things work. But BongaCams isn’t going to suck you dry by charging per minute. Their models make a living based on their tips, and you are going to eventually want to tip them through the token payment structure.

The good thing about the BongaCams pricing setup is that there are really no surprises. When you enter a free live show, you are shown a list of the models prices per a given activity. For instance, erotic play between two beautiful lesbian models might cost you 100 tokens. You’ll be informed of everything up front, which helps you figure out which shows are worth watching based on your personal preference and what you can afford. You can also try your luck at jumping into a show and mooching off the other viewers who will send tips, but it might test your patience.

BongaCams delivers incredible shows but doesn’t provide many private show options. In the end, BongaCams is a pretty predictable cam site with a token system and great performers. You’ll find a lot of new girls on this site too, because it’s very welcoming to girls who want to get into camming for the first time.

Pros:

Very transparent about priceGreat site design

Cons:

Not great for private shows

14.  BabeStation: Huge UK cam site

BabeStation has been around for nearly two decades and is the biggest cam site for UK models. Of all the cam sites, BabeStation is not one that you want to breeze past because it has a lot to offer.

Most sites that have been around for as long as BabeStation have pretty much nailed the cam girl experience. This will become clear to you immediately upon visiting the site. Rather than staring at a bunch of thumbnails, you’ll be plopped into a live show right away. You can of course exit and search for a show that’s a bit more your flavor, but it’s nice to know that you can freely view HD cam shows from the jump.

One thing that BabeStation is missing is an easy way for new visitors to browse and filter. Most of the models are great, but this site isn’t designed to cater to unique fetishes because it’s hard to navigate. Some of the performers are also a little dry. They will sometimes just keep their camera on while they go about mundane tasks, which is more of a voyeuristic experience than an interactive cam show.

BabeStation does offer a ton of promotions at any given time, making it feel very affordable when you decide that you do want to tip a model.

Pros:

Biggest UK cam siteCan actually watch shows for free

Cons:

Not an easy site to navigateSome performers lack engagement or personality

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Chief judge, ACLU fire back at Chicago mayor Lightfoot for saying judges should assume defendants are guilty

Chief Circuit Court Judge Tim Evans and the American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois fired back at Mayor Lori Lightfoot on Tuesday for suggesting judges should assume defendants are guilty — even before being tried and convicted — because of the “exacting standards that the state’s attorney has for charging a case.”

A former federal prosecutor, Lightfoot has faced an avalanche of criticism for her strongest attack yet on criminal court judges she blames for allowing repeat offenders back on the streets.

That’s because the mayor’s latest outburst seemed to ignore the presumption of innocence — a cornerstone of the legal system she studied and operated under.

Alexandra Block, senior supervising attorney for the American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois, said it’s “sad to see a highly-trained lawyer and former prosecutor so badly mangle the meaning of our Constitution.”

Block noted a “charge based solely on assertions of police often has proven unreliable” in Chicago — as evidenced by the mountain of multi-million dollar settlement tied to wrongful convictions and allegations of police wrongdoing.

Even more troubling, Block said, are the mayor’s relentless attacks on bail reform. She said they ignore the fact that defendants accused of a crime, but not yet convicted, are “constitutionally entitled to an individualized determination about whether they can safely be released” to their communities.

“Bail reform returns people to their homes and jobs, allowing individuals and families to remain afloat,” Block was quoted as saying.

“Seeking easy answers to political pressures about gun violence, the mayor has repeatedly attacked bail reform, often with phony data. Mayor Lightfoot would be best served turning her energies to implementing real change in CPD and building relationships with community — essential steps for effective policing. Instead of searching for real solutions, she constantly searches for a scapegoat — whether it is the courts or youth across the city.”

Evans struck a similar chord, albeit less stridently.

“I respectfully disagree that the automatic detention in jail of defendants facing certain categories o charges is a constitutional practice under the United States and Illinois constitutions,” the chief judge and former alderperson was quoted as saying in a statement.

“Pre-trial detention serves a legitimate purpose [by] preventing the serious risk of committing crimes while on pre-trial release. Its purpose is not, however, to punish by depriving people of their liberty for crimes for which they have not been convicted.”

In making bail decisions, judges must be “unbiased” and weigh the evidence “in the same way as they and jurors do during a trial,” Evans said.

The law “requires that defendants shall be released on the least restrictive conditions that will reasonably ensure that they will appear in court and that will reasonably protect the community, witnesses victims and fellow citizens,” Evans added.

“In our justice system, the accuser is not the adjudicator. A judge — not a prosecutor or law enforcement official — must decide whether an individual shall be deprived of his or her liberty.”

Evans said that “contrary to the notion that all those charged with violent crimes are guilty,” 11% of the violent felony cases “disposed” between October 2017 and April 2022 were “dropped upon further investigation” by the state’s attorney.

Another 3.2% were found not guilty at trial, he said.

“This shows that charging an individual does not equate to guilt,” the chief judge’s statement says.

Citing recent studies by Loyola University and the University of Chicago Crime Lab, the chief judge’s statement continued: “There is no evidence that individuals released from pretrial detention are driving the current wave of violence,” adding that bail reform also isn’t to blame.

Lightfoot has repeatedly responded to Chicago’s seemingly relentless gang violence by alternately targeting State’s Attorney Kim Foxx and Evans.

But in the last week, when a recent spate of shootings targeting three law enforcement officers, she responded with her most vociferous attack to date on criminal court judges.

“We don’t want to turn Cook County jail into a debtor’s prison. Nobody thinks that’s a good idea. We shouldn’t be locking up non-violent individuals just because they can’t afford to pay a bail,” said Lightfoot, a former federal prosecutor.

“But given the exacting standards that the state’s attorney has for charging a case — which is proof beyond a reasonable doubt — when those charges are brought, these people are guilty. Of course they’re entitled to a presumption of innocence. Of course they’re entitled to their day in court. But residents in our community are also entitled to safety from dangerous people.”

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Ex-Cubs skipper Joe Maddon fired as Angels manager

ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Los Angeles Angels fired manager Joe Maddon on Tuesday with the team mired in a 12-game losing streak.

Third base coach Phil Nevin will be the interim manager when the Angels (27-29) host Boston on Tuesday night.

The 68-year-old Maddon went 130-148 with the Angels, who hired him before the coronavirus-shortened 2020 season for his self-described dream job. Maddon spent three decades of his career as a player and coach for the Angels before going on to an impressive managerial career that has included three Manager of the Year awards.

After finishing with losing records in Maddon’s first two seasons, the Angels were off to a strong 27-17 start to this season before their current losing streak began. They are one loss shy of tying the longest skid in franchise history, and the skid has dropped them 8 1/2 games behind Houston for the AL West lead.

The Angels were shut out 1-0 in Maddon’s final game by the Boston Red Sox and journeyman starter Michael Wacha, who threw a three-hitter against the Halos’ star-studded lineup.

Owner Arte Moreno’s big-budget Angels have finished with six consecutive losing records in the longest active skid in the majors despite a roster headlined by former AL MVPs Mike Trout and Shohei Ohtani. Their seven-year playoff drought is also tied for the third-longest in baseball, and the Angels appeared to be well on their way to making the expanded field this fall before their confounding current skid.

Maddon excelled as a manager in Tampa Bay and with the Cubs, who famously ended their 108-year World Series championship drought during his tenure in 2016. He is 1,382-1,216 in parts of 19 seasons as a manager.

Nevin is the Angels’ third manager in just over four seasons since Moreno cut ties with Mike Scioscia, who ran the Angels’ dugout for 19 years and won their only World Series championship. The Halos dismissed manager Brad Ausmus after just one season in late 2019, and the move appeared to be made because Maddon had just come on the market after parting ways with the Cubs.

The 51-year-old Nevin is an Orange County native who played 12 major league seasons for six teams, including the Angels in 1998. He has never been a manager, but he spent four seasons as the New York Yankees’ third base coach before joining Maddon’s staff this season.

Maddon is the second manager to be fired this season. Philadelphia’s Joe Girardi was dismissed last week, and the Phillies promptly swept the Angels.

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Thompson hoping old highlights fix shooting woeson June 7, 2022 at 9:41 pm

BOSTON — Klay Thompson smiled as the Golden State Warriors guard was told how he’s shooting 10-for-33 in the NBA Finals.

“Thanks for reminding me of my delightful shooting percentage,” Thompson said on Tuesday of his 30.3% effort so far.

Sometimes when Thompson is in a shooting rut, he reminds himself of much better times, perhaps in hopes of rediscovering his shooting touch. Thompson said that he goes to YouTube and watches some of his greatest hits from time to time — in particular, “Game 6 Klay.”

“That’s the beauty of playing in today’s age,” Thompson said. “You can go on YouTube and look up all your great moments.”

As he prepares for what he hopes is a breakout shooting game in Game 3 in Boston on Wednesday, Thompson was asked when he last was online watching himself splash 3-pointers.

“I probably did it yesterday, actually,” he said on Tuesday before Warriors practice. “I remember being in college. When you go through a shooting slump, the video guys will pull up a great game of when everything seemed in unison, your body was working so well, that ball was just flowing off your fingertips.”

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Asked what his go-to highlight video is when he needs inspiration, Thompson pointed to his famous playoff persona.

“Gosh, probably just YouTube ‘Game 6 Klay,'” Thompson said. “Because there were some very high-pressurized situations I was in. I ended up shooting the ball well. When you can do it when your back is against the wall, you can do it at any given moment. It’s just about keeping that mental strong.”

The Warriors could use a “Game 6 Klay” cameo in Boston. While the series is tied 1-1, Stephen Curry has carried much of the Golden State offensive load. He is averaging 31.5 points per game. The next Warrior in scoring is Andrew Wiggins at 15.5 points per game. Thompson is averaging 13.0 points but is coming off a Game 2 in which he shot 4-for-19 overall and just 1-for-8 from 3.

That’s a far cry from the Thompson who has built a reputation for shining in Game 6s in the playoffs. He averages 20.7 points and 4.2 3-pointers made in Game 6s. But he scored 41 points and drilled 11 3-pointers in Game 6 against Oklahoma City in the 2016 Western Conference finals and had 30 against Toronto in Game 6 of the 2019 NBA Finals before he tore his left ACL.

Thompson scored 30 points and drilled eight triples in Game 6 of the second round this postseason to eliminate Memphis. In his past seven Game 6s, Thompson has averaged 28.1 points and six made 3-pointers.

Curry did not know that Thompson occasionally will go back and watch his highlights of better shooting days. Curry said “all the best do that.” But he also said Thompson never looks or acts like a shooter struggling when things aren’t going his way.

“History with him has shown there’s no predictor,” Curry said. “He can just take it to another level. Regular season, playoffs, he’s always just found a way to get himself going. Especially in the playoffs, just to make an impact that’s loud. Usually it’s really loud.

“His demeanor never really changes … if you saw him now, you’d think he’s averaging 50 in this series. He’s got just a very confident look about him. That’s the best thing about him.

“It’s all about the work you put in, it’s about the mindset. He doesn’t need any teaching points on that. That’s why there’s so much confidence that at any moment he can go off.”

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C’s Tatum focused on 1st NBA title not his statuson June 7, 2022 at 9:41 pm

BOSTON – As Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics have gone through their roller coaster of a season over the past several months, turning their season around and reaching the NBA Finals for the first time in his career, there’s been plenty of debate about Tatum’s standing within the NBA.

But as he prepares to play in his first NBA Finals game here at TD Garden Wednesday night, when the Celtics will host the Golden State Warriors in Game 3 of the NBA Finals with both teams tied at a game apiece, Tatum said he knows three more victories in this series will give him an inarguable title: NBA champion.

“If you win a championship, they can debate a lot of things,” Tatum said after Boston’s practice Tuesday afternoon at the arena. “They can’t debate whether or not you’re a champion.

“Obviously lost the other night. Just looking forward to bouncing back tomorrow. First Finals game at home, at the Garden. It’s going to be fun. I’m looking forward to it, enjoying this experience.”

Tatum has emerged as the face of Boston’s franchise, earning a first team All-NBA selection this season and a third straight All-Star selection before subsequently leading Boston through a playoff gauntlet of Kevin Durant, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jimmy Butler to bring the Celtics back to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2010.

But, as is always the case with these types of things, his rise has brought with it debates over whether he’s a star or if he’s graduated into the rarified air of superstardom.

After being asked if anything about this run “as a superstar player” has surprised him, Tatum smiled as he turned the question back around and asked where the idea he was a superstar, or whether he wasn’t, even came from.

“A lot of people want to debate,” Tatum said. “I guess you just commented about the superstar, whatever that means, right? I’ve seen there’s a huge debate: is he a superstar or is he not? I want to know where that came from. Did I tweet that? Did I ever say I’m a superstar, I’m on the verge? That never came from me.

“It’s been a big deal this last year and a half or two years. I see it all the time. There’s always been a question in the back of my head, I wonder who spoke on my behalf or said that or why that was such a big deal.”

Beyond the natural push-and-pull of barroom debates about sports, the debate has also arisen, in part, because of Tatum’s growth as a player. He and the Celtics went through three future Hall of Famers in Durant, Antetokounmpo and Butler to get here – including two 7-game series against the Milwaukee Bucks and Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference semifinals and finals.

Tatum, himself, won the first ever Larry Bird Trophy as the Most Valuable Player in the Eastern Conference finals having averaged 25 points, 8.3 rebounds and 5.6 assists across the seven games against the Heat. He had 30 and 46 points in two road wins in the Bucks series. And he’s even found ways to contribute when he’s struggled at times, like when he had 13 assists while scoring 12 points on 3-for-17 shooting in Boston’s Game 1 win over Golden State.

And he’s helped prevent the Celtics from losing two games in a row at any point in these playoffs – something Boston has only done once, period, since late January, and that came when half their team didn’t play in Toronto on a second half of a back-to-back late in the regular season.

“You have a bad day at work, the next day you want to have a better day at work,” he said. “I think everybody can understand that. You lose a game, or don’t play well, you want to come back and have a better game.

“I’m sure everybody can relate to that, whatever you work at. It’s all the same.”

What’s not the same is being three games away from an NBA championship for the first time in Tatum’s career.

To get there, though, Boston is going to have to focus on taking care of the ball. When the Celtics have 15 turnovers or fewer in these playoffs, like they did in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, they are 13-2 in these playoffs. But when Boston has 16 or more turnovers, like they did in Game 2, Boston is 0-5.

“Turnovers are a big part of the game, especially when you see how many times we turned it over and how many points they scored off that,” Tatum said. “You just think, if you could limit those turnovers, you could limit a lot of those points.

“Yeah, I mean, basically we don’t turn the ball over, we give ourselves a better chance to win. That’s not rocket science. It’s just a matter of doing that more often than not.”

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Christopher Morel bringing unique spark to the Cubs

Deep breath in and breathe out. Cubs rookie Christopher Morel has done this multiple times during his at-bats.  Last Wednesday against Milwaukee, Morel was in a high-pressure situation facing an 0-2 start to the count.

Cubs star catcher Willson Contreras got Morel’s attention and motioned over to him to just breathe. Later in the plate appearance, Morel hit a walk-off sac fly to send the Brewers packing.

After Morel got down 0-2 in the final AB, he looked back at Contreras, who reminded him to take a deep breath.
Morel said that helped him refocus and ultimately led to the walk-off sac fly. https://t.co/oPCoHlGnxr

Morel has reached base safely in his first 20 MLB games, setting a Cubs franchise record. Additionally, he has earned the lead-off spot in the lineup. The Cubbies have struggled to find a consistent lead-off hitter over the past few years (since Dexter Fowler). However, their search could be over with the 22-year old rookie providing a spark. The Morel-Contreras duo at the top of the lineup has been deadly. For example, in the second game of the doubleheader against St. Louis, Morel hit a lead-off single and Contreras followed with a double to score Morel, giving the Cubs an early lead.

Since Morel took his first plate appearance on May 17th against the Pittsburgh Pirates, he has brought nothing but joy to the team and the fans. His energy and style of play reminds us of Javy Baez. His versatility (OF and 3B) reminds us of Kris Bryant.

Morel is a unique player bringing tons of excitement for the next great Cubs team. In his short 20 game sample, he has shown everything one wants to see in a star. Moreover, his happy and energetic personality is contagious. If you haven’t noticed, Morel has a smiley face on his glove. The meaning? To remind him to have fun on the field.

With a .291/.380/.468 slash line combined with six stolen bases, Morel has exceled during his rookie campaign. This is just the beginning for the kid. Welcome to the show, Christopher Morel.

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Akiem Hicks takes subtle shot at Chicago Bears quarterbacks

It was always very unlikely that Akiem Hicks would return to the Chicago Bears after the 2021 season and his contract expiring. With a new regime in Chicago, it was clear they wanted to start fresh and try to rebuild from the ground up.

Losing Hicks isn’t a huge deal for a team that isn’t ready to compete for a title in 2022 and would be ahead of schedule if they were a contender in 2023. Hicks would go on to sign with Tampa Bay, landing with a contender in the NFC who has Tom Brady as their quarterback and are two years removed from a title already.

Hicks met with the Buccaneers’ media for the first time since the signing on Tuesday and had an interesting quote about his time in Chicago and playing with Brady and Drew Brees.  Here is what he said via Rick Stroud:

“When I came into the league, I had Drew Brees and Tom Brady as my first two quarterbacks. And then I went to Chicago. It wasn’t Drew Brees and Tom Brady. I feel spoiled to have somebody on the other side or that bank that can deliver all the time…”

Ouch.

He does have a point though. Hicks did get to play with Brees and then one year with Brady to start his career before signing in Chicago. He was a backbone to the Bears defense in 2018 which won the NFC North before losing in the NFC Wild Card round to Philadelphia. The Bears would get back to the playoffs two years later but would once again lose in the Wild Card round to New Orleans.

During Hicks’ time in Chicago, the Bears never had stability at quarterback.

Mitch Trubisky struggled, they brought in Nick Foles to compete, and eventually signed Andy Dalton making him the starter before drafting Justin Fields. It was always the defense doing their part while the offense just simply struggled.

I have a feeling Hicks wont have that problem in Tampa Bay.

Make sure to check out our Bears forum for the latest on the team.

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Things to Do in Chicago this June (2022)Xiao Faria daCunhaon June 7, 2022 at 7:16 pm

Finally, summer is full-blown in the Windy City! This means it’s time for the outdoors, beaches, and cool drinks. For Chicagoans, summer is possibly the best season of the year. Even better than the holiday season, you say? Yes, of course! You just can’t beat June weather in our opinion, and that’s why some of the coolest things are happening this month. But no need to feel overwhelmed. Use our guide for things to do in Chicago this June and put all the best happenings on your radar now!

Take Dad Out For a Meal

Celebrate Father’s Day with the man of your life this month, and take dad out for a meal. Stay tuned for our father’s day dining guide, introducing you to all the special deals running that week for a proper, stylish, tasty celebration.

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It’s Chicago Cider Week!

The start of June marks another great time for beverage enthusiasts to enjoy local ciders with Chicago Cider Week. Starting on Monday, June 6, Michigan-based Virtue Cider is excited to sponsor a number of events for cider lovers to sample their recent releases and other local staples including Eris Brewery and Cider House, Right Bee Cider, Northman Cider, and more. This year’s featured events include:

6/6: Chicago Cider Cruise: Two-hour cruise to kick-off Chicago Cider Week featuring a number of local cideries including Eris Brewery and Cider House, RIGHT BEE Cider, Northman Cider, and more. Tickets available here starting at $79.00 (without service fee)
6/12: Cider Week Wrap up Event – Cider Social: To wrap up Chicago Cider Week, Virtue will partner with a number of local cideries and meaderies to host a Cider Social Tasting event. Tickets are available here starting at $50.00 (without service fee)

Celebrate National Rosé Day

June is National Rosé month, and June 12th is the official National Rosé Day. You’ll find plenty of pink parties going on that weekend, ranging from our favorite The Hampton Social to the beautiful and elegant Thorn Restaurant & Lounge. Enjoy the crisp, bright, pink wine and rewind in the lazy summer afternoon. Doesn’t it sound perfect?

Go to a Pride Parade

It’s time to celebrate diversity — or just the uniqueness of each individual in general. You won’t have any trouble finding a pride parade in Chicago to show your support. There will also be plenty of restaurants and businesses running pride month fundraisers so you can have fun and give back to the community. Remember: pride month is all about free expression and being honest with ourselves. So, dress up, be gaudy, show off — we want to see your most beautiful side!

From the creative team behind popular pop-up concepts like Jack’s Pumpkin Nights, Frosty’s a Christmas Bar and Jack Frost Winter Village, Jack’s Big City Ranch will feature endless outdoor entertainment and hundreds of Instagram moments with larger-than-life installations located across two acres of land in Goose Island. Guests can also look forward to activities like Mechanical Bulls, Axe Throwing, Gem Mining, Chicago’s only outdoor Go-Kart Racing and a custom Mini Golf Course.

Have a Rooftop Date at Bar Avec

at just 27 years old, one of the city’s most up-and-coming culinary talents to watch, Chef Dylan Patel has been named chef de cuisine of avec’s 5,000 sq. ft. sister restaurant avec River North. And now, bar avec has opened and returned for the season as one of the hottest rooftop destinations in the city with a fresh new menu of Iberian Coast-inspired fare such as clam toast with vinho verde and chilled shrimp with green garlic bagna caudal, plus strong drinks & killer skyline views.

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Geja’s is offering several exciting ways for guests to visit and be part of the celebration, whether they are long-time fans of the restaurant or are looking to try this iconic spot for the first time! The unique fondue experience and one-of-a-kind atmosphere at Geja’s is like no other in the city and these special highlights make it all the more fun to behold:

$57 Premier Dinners – Wednesday, June 22 – Thursday, June 30. Including signature cheese fondue, a variety of fresh meat and veggie selections, and a decadent Belgium chocolate fondue to finish!
$57 Geja’s gift card giveaway EVERY night of service during the month of June – For 57th, 114th and 171st patrons in the door!
Kick off Geja’s Summer Spanish Wine Festival with a special Spanish wine dinner event on Wednesday, June 15th

Hey dog moms and dads! Yorktown Center in Lombard is hosting a Yappy Hour Doggy Ice Cream Social on Thursday, June 16 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Pups will enjoy frozen treats with a build-your-own sundae bar (with all dog-friendly ingredients, of course), accompanied by ice cream cone-shaped dog treats from sponsor, It’s So Fluffy Pet Bakery. Dogs don’t get to have all of the fun—humans will have a selection of frozen treats to choose from too. And don’t forget to snap a photo with an ice-cream-themed photo op.

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Join TAO for a Swedish Mid Summer Party

TAO Chicago is bringing back their standout Swedish Mid Summer Party on Thursday, June 23. The social event of the season sees that restaurant transforms into a midsummer dream with dinner, dancing, and entertainment. Think your favorite F&B from TAO Chicago, mixed with whimsically Instagrammable decor, and a lively set from DJ Chantel Jeffries.

All white attire is acquired and there will be an a la carte dinner and bottle list as part of your reservation. Guests can expect restaurant favorites like lobster fried rice, crispy orange chicken, spicy tuna tartare on crispy rice, pad thai noodles, and more! Tickets are available on OpenTable or by emailing [email protected].

Copa Carnivale is Back!

On June 30th, treat yourself to a delicious three-course prix fixe dinner and get your mind blown away by world-class performers with a 90-minute, flair-filled Copacabana-style dinner show. Talent includes a variety of South-American influenced performers including feathered showgirls, a live Afro-Brazilian band, Samba Dancers, acrobatic aerialists, and more. The highlight of the night? Guests celebrating a special occasion can toast with a glass of champagne poured directly from an aerialist hanging upside down in the middle of the show! Tickets are available via Tock.

PS: don’t forget to check out Carnivale’s new speakeasy concept, The Alley, too!

Visit Roscoe Street-ery

Roscoe Street-ery is back! Whether you’ve always loved Roscoe Village or want to explore what the neighborhood has to offer, now is the time! On deleted weekends in summer and fall, all the best of Roscoe Village will gather at one place. We guarantee this will be the coolest block party you’ve ever been to.

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Starting at 7 a.m. on Monday, June 6th, Publican Quality Bread will open doors to unveil an all new grab-and-go retail counter serving a never-been-seen-before menu of gourmet sandwiches, over-the-top pastries, and an expanded selection of his signature loaves made of rare heritage grain, along with a full La Colombe coffee bar. This new portion of PQB is tucked within the storefront of the team’s expansive new warehouse bakery that will continue to dole out bread for the top restaurants and independent retailers around the city on an expanded scale.

Haven’t had a chance to visit the new Beatrix location? Now is the time! Summer Fridays are back at Beatrix! Start the weekend off early with brunch favorites including the Bacon, Cheddar & Egg Sandwich, Shakshouka, Baked French Toast and more every Friday until 3:00 PM at Beatrix in River North and Fulton Market, and don’t forget no brunch is complete without a Fresh-Squeezed Juice, Bloody Mary or Beatrix Espresso Martini.

Visit a Local Distillery

What are two things Chicago isn’t short of? Breweries and distilleries! With National Burbon Day right around the corner, it’s time to support your favorite local bourbon makers. Most distilleries have open tours for those curious about the process behind the scene. Or you can just go there for a tasting and take home a bottle or two of your new favorites. Personally, we’d love a tour through Koval, or Few in Evanston. But if you have a different one in mind, let us know!

On Tuesday, June 21, Summer House is teaming up with Aperol to throw the ultimate summer bucket list bash in Lincoln Park. Start the sunshine season off right and save the date for the official Aperol & Summer House Solstice Party! From 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Aperol is sponsoring an entire spritz takeover in the Beach House dining room and All-Seasons Courtyard. Spend golden hour playing fun summer games, snapping the perfect Instagram moment, and enjoying Aperol-inspired drinks and light bites. Tickets are $95.95 per person, plus tax (not including gratuity).

Celebrate the start of summer on the Lil’ Ba-Ba patio at our Feria de Verano. This Spanish -style summer bash pays homage to Spain’s ferias, local festivals characterized by bullfights, bodegas, festive music, and, of course, lots of tapas. Guests will enjoy live music, Flamenco, patio games, an Insta-worthy photo booth, and more. Grab your friends and kick off your Chicago summer the right way. Tickets are $90, plus tax (gratuity not included), and include bottomless Sangria, appetizers, Paella, Carved Jamón, and more.

On June 30, join Quality Crab & Oyster Bah for a summer iteration of their monthly Bubbles, Oysters & Fried Chicken Dinner. Special for these seasonal events, we are adding in two spritz to the tasting flight and even teaching you how to make your own spritzers. To pair with the spritzers and two sparkling wines from around the world, Executive Chef Donny Farrell will present raw oysters (2 per person), grilled oysters (2 per person), fried chicken, house made potato chips and dessert. Tickets are $64.95 per person, plus tax (gratuity not included). Dinner starts at 6:30 PM.

Book Your July 4th Hotel

Plenty of specials going on and good rooms are running out fast! Don’t think it’s too soon to be thinking July 4th — it’s better safe than sorry! Later in the month, we’ll publish a list of hotel deals for firework viewing, so stay tuned and don’t miss out on all the best prices and bundles you can get from your favorite Chicago staycation destinations!

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