I want this:
Alessi Diabolix bottle opener.
And:
Congratulations to Matt Damon and Charlize Theron, named People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive, and Esquire's Sexist Woman Alive, respectively.
I really do like their work, the sacrifices they make and the principles they uphold for their craft. Matt Damon believes that the more you know about an actor's personal life, the less believable they are as a character (he's right!), and Charlize Theron went through some intense shit for her role in Monster. And the Esquire cover is simple and cool.
Saturday, November 17, 2007
Sunday, November 11, 2007
041
I don't usually post videos, but here's one that's worthwhile:
Garry Marshall un-Happy Days
via United Hollywood.
I drove through Burbank Wednesday, past the NBC and Warner Brothers and other lots along Olive Avenue. The WGA picketers were everywhere, and most people who passed honked their car horns in support.
Later in the day, I was in Ralphs, and I think I saw one of the guys in the first few seconds of that clip there. If it was the same guy (and I believe it was), his Audi TT was parked next to my car as we both loaded our groceries in the parking lot.
One great thing about the WGA strike is that *all* the WGA writers are involved in supporting the cause that affects them. Even if they're like Kevin Smith and admit that it doesn't really make a huge financial difference to them, they're urging the studios to come to their senses. Garry Marshall is picketing just like Guild members who probably make slightly more money than I currently do.
This strike is about their jobs and being fairly compensated for brilliant work that entertains billions of people. And just like you, part of that money goes to putting food on the table.
Garry Marshall un-Happy Days
via United Hollywood.
I drove through Burbank Wednesday, past the NBC and Warner Brothers and other lots along Olive Avenue. The WGA picketers were everywhere, and most people who passed honked their car horns in support.
Later in the day, I was in Ralphs, and I think I saw one of the guys in the first few seconds of that clip there. If it was the same guy (and I believe it was), his Audi TT was parked next to my car as we both loaded our groceries in the parking lot.
One great thing about the WGA strike is that *all* the WGA writers are involved in supporting the cause that affects them. Even if they're like Kevin Smith and admit that it doesn't really make a huge financial difference to them, they're urging the studios to come to their senses. Garry Marshall is picketing just like Guild members who probably make slightly more money than I currently do.
This strike is about their jobs and being fairly compensated for brilliant work that entertains billions of people. And just like you, part of that money goes to putting food on the table.
Monday, November 5, 2007
040
From MSNBC.com:
Oprah wept after hearing of alleged abuse.
I'm certain Oprah will fix this problem, and my thoughts are irrelevant to that article.
Oprah is setting an example, but she could be setting an even better one. My compaint is not with Oprah's giving; she has a right to spend her money as she chooses, and she gives millions to charities and her audience members every year. The students at the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls are receiving hope beyond their dreams, a new future, a new life. She is a huge promoter of the (PRODUCT)RED campaign/The Global Fund, which have served as a blueprint for me and several others at my college to raise money and awareness for projects which aim to transform the quality of life in Africa.
At a $40,000,000 cost with 152 students, Oprah's academy costs approximately $263,158 per student. You have to subtract salaries, operating costs, construction, upkeep, supplies, and other costs, but I still wonder why she built one school like this for so few when EduCongo builds schools for about $10,000, if I remember correctly.
The stores I've heard from Lou Radja, co-founder and executive director, are amazing; of his father teaching to scores of young people wherever there is the vast space because they have the drive to learn; of the difference that even my yearly earnings (which can make to so many.
I would spend the money differently, but unfortunately for me, it's not my choice and not my money to spend. You don't have to live like a saint, but you should give to something. The ethics of when to give and how much are as follows: Giving is a good thing. And that's why we can't talk shit on Oprah for building her academy, for helping people.
Where I'll give when I have a little more money saved:
EduCongo: http://www.educongo.org.
The Gentlemen's Fund: http://www.thegentlemensfund.com.
Oprah wept after hearing of alleged abuse.
I'm certain Oprah will fix this problem, and my thoughts are irrelevant to that article.
Oprah is setting an example, but she could be setting an even better one. My compaint is not with Oprah's giving; she has a right to spend her money as she chooses, and she gives millions to charities and her audience members every year. The students at the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls are receiving hope beyond their dreams, a new future, a new life. She is a huge promoter of the (PRODUCT)RED campaign/The Global Fund, which have served as a blueprint for me and several others at my college to raise money and awareness for projects which aim to transform the quality of life in Africa.
At a $40,000,000 cost with 152 students, Oprah's academy costs approximately $263,158 per student. You have to subtract salaries, operating costs, construction, upkeep, supplies, and other costs, but I still wonder why she built one school like this for so few when EduCongo builds schools for about $10,000, if I remember correctly.
The stores I've heard from Lou Radja, co-founder and executive director, are amazing; of his father teaching to scores of young people wherever there is the vast space because they have the drive to learn; of the difference that even my yearly earnings (which can make to so many.
I would spend the money differently, but unfortunately for me, it's not my choice and not my money to spend. You don't have to live like a saint, but you should give to something. The ethics of when to give and how much are as follows: Giving is a good thing. And that's why we can't talk shit on Oprah for building her academy, for helping people.
Where I'll give when I have a little more money saved:
EduCongo: http://www.educongo.org.
The Gentlemen's Fund: http://www.thegentlemensfund.com.
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