The Real Question Is...
Is Kermit the Frog a journalist?
posted by ninaberries @ 9/17/2005 05:52:00 PM
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9.17.2005
Is Kermit the Frog a journalist?
Election Day
Hey - does anyone know if the J-School is open on Election Day? Because the CU website says there's a holiday Nov. 5-8, but the J-School calendar doesn't...
Imagine - two holidays in November....
Imagine - two holidays in November....
posted by p @ 9/17/2005 09:28:00 AM
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9.16.2005
A New Look
Gone are the days where this looks like a basement operation. Now its a blogger-template operation... so we've got a little more class. It looks just a little bit better. Enjoy!
posted by thepaperboy @ 9/16/2005 03:36:00 PM
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9.15.2005
NYPD podcasts its news updates....
From gothamist...
http://www.gothamist.com/archives/2005/09/15/nypd_podcasts.php
It's got to be easier than dealing with DCPI....
http://www.gothamist.com/archives/2005/09/15/nypd_podcasts.php
It's got to be easier than dealing with DCPI....
posted by kimberly kinchen @ 9/15/2005 01:33:00 PM
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9.14.2005
It's that time of year: New York Fashion Week 2005! 
What is Stevie Wonder doing at a fashion show? I'm just saying... oh never mind.
What is Stevie Wonder doing at a fashion show? I'm just saying... oh never mind.
posted by Tim @ 9/14/2005 11:43:00 PM
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9.13.2005
george bush doesn't care about black people
i'm probably breaking every rule on the j-school blog by posting this, but whatever, it's a blog and it's school. rules shmules.
the so-called protest remix
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
The Legendary K.O. delivers powerful message against George W. Bush Through Song
“George Bush Doesn't Care About Black People” Receives Widespread Acclaim
As the world has seen and heard by now, rapper Kanye West expressed his frustration at the Katrina relief efforts and his thoughts on U.S. President George W. Bush last week during a nationally televised benefit. While his thoughts and statement have received much attention, a rap group from Houston, The Legendary K.O., has taken it one step further and recorded a song, entitled “George Bush Don't Like Black People”, using the Kanye West “Gold Digger” instrumental.
The song, available for free download through www.k-otix.com , received over 10,000 downloads in the first day alone, with listeners ranging from the U.S. to Europe and Japan.
Legendary K.O. member Micah Nickerson lives minutes away from the Astrodome, where many Katrina victims are being housed, came up with the song concept immediately after hearing Kanye West's remarks.
“I had really wanted to write about this in the first-person, as someone stuck in New Orleans and left by this administration to basically fend for myself, but was having trouble putting the emotions I felt into words. When I heard Kanye during the benefit, the rest as they say was history,” said Micah.
The song was recorded and included on a friend's web site promoting new music from various artists (www.fwmj.com). Within a day, his site was overwhelmed with the traffic, as users were flocking to download the song.
Damien Randle, the other member of The Legendary K.O., says that the song expresses their and many others feelings about this administration.
“No matter which side of the political debate we reside on, I think we can all agree that this situation represents the ultimate human tragedy, and highlights the need for sweeping improvements in some of the most fundamental segments of society. The safety and well-being of all people should always be considered first, and we felt compelled to express that through song,” said Damien.
The Legendary K.O. is not staying on the sidelines during this tragedy, making music, but not taking action. Micah and Damien have also donated food, clothes, and time to local organizations and urge anyone that has not donated to please do so.
Their actions have also caught the attention of numerous media outlets, including MTV.com: http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1509274/20050909/mos_def.jhtml?headlines=true
The group is also available for print, radio, and TV interviews. To set-up interviews now, please contact The Legendary KO at k-otix@k-otix.com
Suggested sites for donations:
http://www.houstonhurricaneaid.org/
The American Red Cross - http://www.redcross.org
the so-called protest remix
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
The Legendary K.O. delivers powerful message against George W. Bush Through Song
“George Bush Doesn't Care About Black People” Receives Widespread Acclaim
As the world has seen and heard by now, rapper Kanye West expressed his frustration at the Katrina relief efforts and his thoughts on U.S. President George W. Bush last week during a nationally televised benefit. While his thoughts and statement have received much attention, a rap group from Houston, The Legendary K.O., has taken it one step further and recorded a song, entitled “George Bush Don't Like Black People”, using the Kanye West “Gold Digger” instrumental.
The song, available for free download through www.k-otix.com , received over 10,000 downloads in the first day alone, with listeners ranging from the U.S. to Europe and Japan.
Legendary K.O. member Micah Nickerson lives minutes away from the Astrodome, where many Katrina victims are being housed, came up with the song concept immediately after hearing Kanye West's remarks.
“I had really wanted to write about this in the first-person, as someone stuck in New Orleans and left by this administration to basically fend for myself, but was having trouble putting the emotions I felt into words. When I heard Kanye during the benefit, the rest as they say was history,” said Micah.
The song was recorded and included on a friend's web site promoting new music from various artists (www.fwmj.com). Within a day, his site was overwhelmed with the traffic, as users were flocking to download the song.
Damien Randle, the other member of The Legendary K.O., says that the song expresses their and many others feelings about this administration.
“No matter which side of the political debate we reside on, I think we can all agree that this situation represents the ultimate human tragedy, and highlights the need for sweeping improvements in some of the most fundamental segments of society. The safety and well-being of all people should always be considered first, and we felt compelled to express that through song,” said Damien.
The Legendary K.O. is not staying on the sidelines during this tragedy, making music, but not taking action. Micah and Damien have also donated food, clothes, and time to local organizations and urge anyone that has not donated to please do so.
Their actions have also caught the attention of numerous media outlets, including MTV.com: http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1509274/20050909/mos_def.jhtml?headlines=true
The group is also available for print, radio, and TV interviews. To set-up interviews now, please contact The Legendary KO at k-otix@k-otix.com
Suggested sites for donations:
http://www.houstonhurricaneaid.org/
The American Red Cross - http://www.redcross.org
posted by ninaberries @ 9/13/2005 09:28:00 PM
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Predictions
Mayor:
Ferrer - 38%
Fields - 24%
Weiner - 23%
Miller - 15%
Borough President
Winner: Scott Stringer
Manhattan D.A
Winner: Leslie Crocker-Snyder
Brooklyn D.A.
Winner: Charles "Joe" Hynes
Ferrer - 38%
Fields - 24%
Weiner - 23%
Miller - 15%
Borough President
Winner: Scott Stringer
Manhattan D.A
Winner: Leslie Crocker-Snyder
Brooklyn D.A.
Winner: Charles "Joe" Hynes
posted by thepaperboy @ 9/13/2005 05:16:00 PM
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I Can't Use This
Dear Editor,
Amidst all the tragic stories unfolding as a result of Hurricane Katrina, there are some “lights in the darkness” – stories of hope and inspiration – as people displaced by this tragedy try to piece together their lives.
One such story in which you may be interested is that of Romel Brumley-Kerr, an international transfer student from Limon, Costa Rica, and an aspiring 30-year-old baritone opera singer, who from 2003 until just recently, had been on a full music scholarship at the University of New Orleans.
This Wednesday, Sept. 14, at 12:15 pm, at LeFrak Concert Hall on the campus of Queens College, Romel will be performing as part of a relief concert organized by students to help the victims of Hurricane Katrina. It is his way of thanking all the people who helped him get his life back on track since he was evacuated from UNO with just his passport and clothes in a single plastic bag, leaving his friends and “adopted” family behind.
Thanks to the President’s Scholarship Fund at Queens College and the efforts of administrators and music faculty, Brumley-Kerr is now enrolled at the college’s Aaron Copland School of Music, receiving full tuition and funds for books and his performances. He is currently living with his aunt in Jamaica. “I just want to be independent…fulfill my dreams, and be somebody,” says Romel wistfully.
This very talented student is available for interviews. We are also glad to put you in touch with President James Muyskens, who will discuss the college’s commitment to students displaced by the hurricane’s devastation.
More information on Romel is attached. To set up interviews, please contact: Phyllis Stevens: 718-997-5597
Amidst all the tragic stories unfolding as a result of Hurricane Katrina, there are some “lights in the darkness” – stories of hope and inspiration – as people displaced by this tragedy try to piece together their lives.
One such story in which you may be interested is that of Romel Brumley-Kerr, an international transfer student from Limon, Costa Rica, and an aspiring 30-year-old baritone opera singer, who from 2003 until just recently, had been on a full music scholarship at the University of New Orleans.
This Wednesday, Sept. 14, at 12:15 pm, at LeFrak Concert Hall on the campus of Queens College, Romel will be performing as part of a relief concert organized by students to help the victims of Hurricane Katrina. It is his way of thanking all the people who helped him get his life back on track since he was evacuated from UNO with just his passport and clothes in a single plastic bag, leaving his friends and “adopted” family behind.
Thanks to the President’s Scholarship Fund at Queens College and the efforts of administrators and music faculty, Brumley-Kerr is now enrolled at the college’s Aaron Copland School of Music, receiving full tuition and funds for books and his performances. He is currently living with his aunt in Jamaica. “I just want to be independent…fulfill my dreams, and be somebody,” says Romel wistfully.
This very talented student is available for interviews. We are also glad to put you in touch with President James Muyskens, who will discuss the college’s commitment to students displaced by the hurricane’s devastation.
More information on Romel is attached. To set up interviews, please contact: Phyllis Stevens: 718-997-5597
posted by Chris @ 9/13/2005 12:13:00 PM
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Alex Gregory New Yorker cartoon
posted by amanda millner-fairbanks @ 9/13/2005 01:39:00 AM
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the bronx is going green
we have been invited to attend the sustainable energy conference in the bronx on sept. 23 from 8:30am -4:30pm at hostos community college.
email me (nmg2114) if you want to go and i'll get you in touch with the right contact person.
email me (nmg2114) if you want to go and i'll get you in touch with the right contact person.
posted by ninaberries @ 9/13/2005 12:59:00 AM
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9.11.2005
I managed to get access to the U.S. Open Red Carpet Arrivals last night. Between my press pass and the tournament taking place in my beat of Flushing, the big PR people happily let me in. I got a spot just in front of the red carpet and right beside a bunch of crazy paparazzos. I felt right at home.
We were told that a lot of celebs would be coming to watch the women's final and so we arrived at the stated time of 4:30 p.m. And we stayed there, standing no less, until almost 8. And barely any celebrities showed up.
There were no A-listers, contrary to what our media package told us. Instead, we got people like Leann Womack, Dennis Leary, and Richard Branson. I wasn't aware that such C-listers could still get access to red carpet events. They happily posed for pictures and answered questions while people scratched their heads trying to remember Leann Womack's last hit or Dennis Leary's last movie that actually made more than ten bucks.
I don't know if this means anything... but I seemed to be the only person there who knew who these three people were. The paparazzos actually turned to me after photographing the "stars" to ask who they were! I felt so special writing down, "Richard Branson, President of Virgin and failed reality-TV star" on the back of the crumpled Starbucks napkin handed to me by one of the crazy photographers. It totally made my night.
When Jason Lewis (of "Sex and the City" fame) arrived, the crowd went wild. Grown woman started begging him for an autograph or worse, a kiss. The crazy paparazzos yelled for him to take off his shirt and look their way. I motioned for Jason to come over and talk into my voice recorder for a second and he nodded. Meanwhile, some lady from US Weekly made a similar request only to have him tell her he wasn't interested and that she should just stay to the side. I felt special.
He didn't end up talking to me but that's really besides the point. The most important thing is that I was given preference over the reporter from US Weekly! This Columbia journalism thing isn't half bad.
We were told that a lot of celebs would be coming to watch the women's final and so we arrived at the stated time of 4:30 p.m. And we stayed there, standing no less, until almost 8. And barely any celebrities showed up.
There were no A-listers, contrary to what our media package told us. Instead, we got people like Leann Womack, Dennis Leary, and Richard Branson. I wasn't aware that such C-listers could still get access to red carpet events. They happily posed for pictures and answered questions while people scratched their heads trying to remember Leann Womack's last hit or Dennis Leary's last movie that actually made more than ten bucks.
I don't know if this means anything... but I seemed to be the only person there who knew who these three people were. The paparazzos actually turned to me after photographing the "stars" to ask who they were! I felt so special writing down, "Richard Branson, President of Virgin and failed reality-TV star" on the back of the crumpled Starbucks napkin handed to me by one of the crazy photographers. It totally made my night.
When Jason Lewis (of "Sex and the City" fame) arrived, the crowd went wild. Grown woman started begging him for an autograph or worse, a kiss. The crazy paparazzos yelled for him to take off his shirt and look their way. I motioned for Jason to come over and talk into my voice recorder for a second and he nodded. Meanwhile, some lady from US Weekly made a similar request only to have him tell her he wasn't interested and that she should just stay to the side. I felt special.
He didn't end up talking to me but that's really besides the point. The most important thing is that I was given preference over the reporter from US Weekly! This Columbia journalism thing isn't half bad.
posted by Tim @ 9/11/2005 10:40:00 PM
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