I just watched a random Current video on Superheroes in the U.S. and apparently there are over 200 of them. They all possess secret identities and crime fighting skills. Other than the plethora of characteristics they each posses, they have one single goal in mind, to protect the citizens of the world. I was kind of thrown of by the legitimacy of this whole thing, but it seems that all of those involved are pretty serious about their roles. I was even more surprised to find we have one right here in Minneapolis. His name is Geist, the Emerald Enforcer. Here is the link to a City Pages article on him, and the link to the original Current feed. Stay smart, and stay safe.
I just followed a link on the JoyEngine blog to a Mania TV interview with Aesop Rock. Good stuff for sure, but Anthony asked Aesop about his MTV spot he did just a while back and how it all came about. So I did a little research and used some internet magic and voila. I found these little gems, had a chuckle (funny shit if you know any of the people invovled) or two and came straight here to share my delight. I guess the moral of the story being, that the internet can be a wonderful and magical thing. Have fun and play safe.
I apologize for letting everyone marinate in the last post for the last few days. I had the intent of putting something else up after and never made it happen. So, to change the mood and share some happy fun cheery informationally splendid content, I offer you a peek into Current TV. Chances are the more “hip” and aware portion of you all have been reading and watching this for a while now. I finally just had the blessed experience of catching my first episodes last week. I DO NOT like television for the most part. I think it’s terribly useless and dramatically out dated in its content and its format. These were my glum emotions towards it about a week ago, I now can be proud to say, some friends (Tran & Josh) shared their T.V. and couch long enough to share this wondrous broadcast treat. It showed me that there is hope for television as a device to share information and offer people a chance to be involved. The show is comprised of mostly user generated content and gives viewers less shit and more info. It’s almost set up like a series of short infomercials or documentaries. Some of what is aired is chosen by viewers and other, by the producers. It puts television back in the hands of the intent and caring public, without bashing you in the face with subliminal corporate bias. There is also a really good website that goes along with the whole scheme as well. Make sure to check ‘em both out, share what you like, and maybe what you don’t like. I like it, maybe you will too?
Don’t forget, it’s just as much our responsibility to write, as it is your’s to participate in our blog (along with any other) in the form of comments and discussion. It’s what separates involved and productive citizens from evil consumers…
Oh you can find the times and channels the broadcasts air, on the website.
“we will remember that there is something happening in America; that we are not as divided as our politics suggests; that we are one people; we are one nation; and together, we will begin the next great chapter in the American story with three words that will ring from coast to coast; from sea to shining sea.”
Yes. We. Can.
Come out to The Shoppe tonight to join us for our first viewing party EVER!….here anyway. I’m not sure what the challenge is tonight… but suspense and excitement is always garaunteed! The Shoppe is located @ 3103 East Colfax right next to The Fabric Lab. Coffee, Cupcakes, Cereal and Fashion…. Denver can it get any better? Yes it can… but this is a start at least! HOLD IT DOWN!
Aside from the fact that they possess one of the coolest names I have heard, they carry a sick arsenal of creative work. 3 Legged Legs is the creator of this little jewel, along with a handful of other nasty little pieces of animation work. Make sure to check out the little indie piece entitled “Humans!” Very great commentary in a very unique way…
