THE VERB WELCOMES SINGER SONGWRITER MELINA 07/15/09

South Africa's hottest young up and coming star Melina is here with us for an exclusive interview. From her escape from the Congo to her success as a performer this 19 year old powerhouse has many stories to tell. Join L. Marrie for 60 minutes of verbal stimulation.

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UTIF RECIPE FOR 07/10/09

It's UTIF and The Verb is taking it back old school and classique. This week's recipe is for Vodka screwdrivers. Do they call them screwdrivers because after a couple you're screwed in the head? While I don't know the answer to that I do know that Written and I will be sipping ours while listening to hot poets scorch the mic on tonight's Speak Your Piece open mic show!

VODKA SCREWDRIVER

INGREDIENTS

Vodka
Orange juice
Ice
Tall glasses (Highball)

DIRECTIONS

1 1/2-2 ounces of vodka
4-6 ice cubes
Top with orange juice
Stir
Serve