Playboy Magazine, October 2004
Aug. 2, 2023 in PlayBoy 2000s by Wyatt Earp
Playboy's October 2004 issue delves into topics of war, the evolving music industry, the adult side of video gaming, the dangerous world of caviar business, and personal interviews with prominent figures of the time.
"Why the Military Never Learns" by David H. Hackworth compares the Vietnam war to the Iraq war from the perspective of a colonel who served in both. He believes the Iraq war is a bigger military blunder and predicts its outcome will be worse than that of Vietnam.
"RIP. Burn. Die." features a lively discussion among a group of music experts, including Perry Farrell, Moby, Rick Rubin, and Chuck D, among others. They debate the perceived evil of the music industry, the declining quality of music, the change in live concert attendance, and their predictions for the future of music.
"Gaming Grows Up" focuses on the mature side of the video gaming industry, with a selection of reprogrammed, pixelated vixens in their digital nudity. The article also suggests must-have games across categories like war, driving, and fighting.
"Fatal Legacy" by Simon Cooper tells the tragic story of the Sobol family and their caviar business. From dealing with dubious suppliers to immense debts, the rise and fall of the Sobol family's business is a dark tale of aspiration and downfall.
"Centerfolds on Sex: Sandra Hubby" presents Sandra Hubby's erotic fantasies.
In the 20Q section, Jimmy Fallon, former Saturday Night Live star and successful movie actor, talks about his experience on SNL, his impressions skills, his childhood dream of becoming a priest, and his movie "Taxi".
"Aqua Velva Smitty" by Sara Joan Berniker is a gripping fiction piece about a man who murders his mentally challenged mistress and the nosy neighbor who witnesses the act.
The Playboy Interview features Donald Trump, the real estate mogul, and TV personality. The conversation covers his near-bankruptcy, his divorces, his iconic hairstyle, his fame from "The Apprentice", and his views on gambling. As usual, Playboy's October 2004 issue offers a diverse mix of social commentary, industry insights, humor, and intimate conversations.
