By Robert Farago
August 14, 2008 -
Frank Williams arrived at TTAC as a reader. He became a writer. Then an editor. Then Managing Editor. His tenure at the top has been a blessing, freeing me from the bonds of admin, buffering me from the buffoons who enter our little corner of cyberspace. At the same time, Frank's editorial contributions have been legion, from pithy blogs to in-depth statistical analysis. But more than that, Frank's been my constant companion and emotional support. As of September 1, Frank will be tapping computer keys on behalf of a Washington think tank. He's moving on to bigger, better-paying things. But I hope that Frank shares my belief that helping build and maintain TTAC's audience has been one of the best things he's ever done. While I welcome Justin as our new ME, I think our Best and Brightest will agree that Mr. Williams is an irreplaceable talent. His wit, wisdom and perspicacity will be missed. You know; later. For now, thanks for sorting out that Lego blog. You are one persistent son of a bitch. And for that, I'm truly thankful.
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August 14th, 2008 at 4:55 pm
Franks leaving, he will be sorely missed. Hope he continues to comment from his Tank in Washington. For some reason I always pictured him as a tank commanded with a cigar riding on a big gun.
August 14th, 2008 at 5:14 pm
I for one welcome our new berserk overlord.
Is the best time to buy a house/take a job in DC right before or right after a change in presedential administrations?
August 14th, 2008 at 5:25 pm
Thanks for the kind words. I know I’ll miss TTAC.
BUT… I won’t be going to Washington. I’ll still be working from the comfort of my home just outside Atlanta. Let’s hear it for telecommunting!!
August 14th, 2008 at 5:41 pm
Wow. That’s quite the bomb to drop. I’ve always liked your writing, Frank and you’ve been undeniably instrumental in making TTAC what it is. Don’t be too much of a stranger.
August 14th, 2008 at 5:41 pm
Think tank? Sounds ominous!
August 14th, 2008 at 5:51 pm
Who is going to do By The Numbers? Please tell us you have someone watching over that.
August 14th, 2008 at 5:56 pm
Good job here, Frank. Godspeed.
August 14th, 2008 at 6:03 pm
Ha! RF read my iTunes review! However, it was meant to offset all the flaming reviews. I dig the podcasts and listen to them as often as possible. My point was that I comprehend the discussion better if I read the news blurbs ahead of time. So rest assured - listenership remains above the six pack level.
August 14th, 2008 at 6:22 pm
jolo
Who is going to do By The Numbers? Please tell us you have someone watching over that.
I’m not dropping off the radar scope completely. I’ll still do the BTN and hopefully write a few other things each month.
August 14th, 2008 at 6:22 pm
Awesome.
I’ve always wanted to work at a “Think Tank”.
Does having an enlightening conversation while passing the bong around count as work experience?
Best of luck Frank! Good luck at the Cato institute/RAND corporation/Guild of Calamitus Intent/Illuminati or whoever the hell your with!
August 14th, 2008 at 8:00 pm
Good to hear that you will continue to contribute, all be it in a reduced capacity.
August 14th, 2008 at 8:19 pm
Good to hear y’all back on the air. Your talk of the car from Titanic got me curious and I looked it up. It’s apparently a Renault Towncar:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renault_Towncar
August 14th, 2008 at 8:22 pm
i <3 podcasts.
please do more then once every 2 weeks, thanks
August 14th, 2008 at 8:47 pm
Nooo! That is sad news.
August 14th, 2008 at 9:47 pm
Gonn’a miss ya dude.
Good Luck
August 14th, 2008 at 10:18 pm
congrats on the new job! Sorry we’re losing you…
all the best
August 14th, 2008 at 11:40 pm
Good luck, Frank!
August 14th, 2008 at 11:52 pm
i listen to all the podcasts…
August 15th, 2008 at 3:38 am
Indeed Frank Williams will be missed. Your presence here has been appreciated. May you continue to bring to the dance of life true melody.
God speed.
August 15th, 2008 at 5:31 am
the telecommunting sure does sound sweet, congratulations.
Same here on the GTR btw…
I would never buy one, I don’t really like it, but I gave it my vote anyway.
August 15th, 2008 at 7:27 am
You go think, Frank.
I’ll continue to get “tanked”.
Good luck in your new endeavor.
Bob
August 15th, 2008 at 9:38 am
You will be missed, Frank. And “welcome”, Justin! Not feeling like joining a law firm?
August 15th, 2008 at 10:43 am
All the best Frank!