Of course its associated with being a geek and thats probably one thing most eigth graders do not want to be known as. Maybe if you said you programmed video games it would have sparked interest.

I got mine 3 years ago as a birthday present from my wife. I love it, because some days I want to listen to up to the minute news or comedy, and other days I'm in the mood for music. One day I might want to listen to hard rock and the next I want classic or top 40 or even 80's hair bands. Also, they have channels dedicated to sports or weather. I don't find the traffic to be very useful though. Pros - I can listen to the same channel or selections of channels all the way from New Hampshire to Cape Cod or Maine or the mountains or where-ever else I want to drive. Most music channels are commercial free so during my commute I can actually listen to music. Channels are dedicated to a certain thing. You want news instantly, check out CNN or Fox. Instant comedy (with commercials) or the NFL games... Cons - Cost. (of course) Being in New Hampshire, once the leaves start coming in on the trees hanging over the back roads, my signal is a little spottier. On the main roads and highways, its fine. Recently they started charging ($2.99) to listen online even if you are already a subscriber. It used to be free. For the most part, during your 3-month trial, if its just music you want, then you are probably better off with CDs or an MP3/IPod full of music. If you find you listen to a bit more then go for it.