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I am one of the few people in the United States who does not watch the television series 24. Or so it seems. Whether I am in the airport, at a business meeting, or even at a family get together, if the conversation turns to 24, I am the only one reaching for my Blackberry to check email or heading over to refresh my drink. Even my father, who watches almost no television shows with regularity, can carry on a discussion about 24. Now, I have nothing personally against 24--How could I, when I have never seen a single episode?--but even if I wanted to join in on the fun, the serial nature of the series would necessitate my...
