Are the paparazzi a necessary evil or just a excessive indulgence that should be done away with? What's wrong with taking a couple of pictures anyway? Our own celebrity Joe Hanson takes to the streets to find out What's Wrong With the Paparazzi.Are the paparazzi a necessary evil or just a excessive indulgence that should be done... more
If you're like Joe Hanson, you're a white guy from Minnesota that produces pods for Current TV, which is a good thing. Unfortunately, for those of you like Joe, getting girls to like you doesn't come so naturally. Luckily for Joe and other lonely guys there are coaches out there that can help you pimp out your game. In this Joe Gets pod, professional "game" coach Tariq "K-Flex" Nasheed gives Joe a few pointers on how to pick up girls. Can K-Flex help our Joe get in with the ladies?If you're like Joe Hanson, you're a white guy from Minnesota that produces pods for... more
From the home studio of "America's Sweetheart" Jesse Thorne, meet the comedic guru Ben Karlin. In this interview for Jesse's show, The Sound of Young America, Karlin tells us how he went from making peanuts as The Onion's Chief Editor to becoming an eight-time Emmy Award winning television writer/producer. Jesse talks to "the man" about being lead writer on The Daily Show and The Colbert Report and his new endeavor as an author of a book called "You Too Will Get Crushed" which, if we judge by past successes is poised to be the next step to Karlin's total takeover of comic media.From the home studio of "America's Sweetheart" Jesse Thorne, meet the comedic guru Ben... more
Joe visits Grgich Hills winery in the Napa Valley to learn the basics of wine harvesting and how to successfully stomp grapes.Joe visits Grgich Hills winery in the Napa Valley to learn the basics of wine... more
Rob & Ashley are in love. They're attending Burning Man this year with one goal: getting married. In mid-air.Rob & Ashley are in love. They're attending Burning Man this year with one goal:... more
The rise to fame of Mickey Avalon is truly an LA story. From the fast track life of drugs and prostitution comes Mickey Avalon, a freewheeling lyricist with a style that reflects his upbringing and the rap/pop culture that he helps define.The rise to fame of Mickey Avalon is truly an LA story. From the fast track life of... more
This profiles the recent work of photographer/director Sebastian Copeland and the release of his new book "Antarctica: A Global Warning."This profiles the recent work of photographer/director Sebastian Copeland and the... more
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In this episode of the JAM Awards we take a look at the A in JAM, which stands for Arts. Host Anthony Marshall checks in with Kaves, renowned graffiti artist and founder of the Jam Foundation. Freddie Foxxx and Q-Tip give out the JAM Award for Arts accomplishment to Lee Quinones and Everlast performs a tribute to Run DMC and Jam Master Jay.
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In this episode of the JAM Awards we take a look at the A in JAM, which... more
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The M in JAM Awards stands for Music. In this episode the award for music is given out to Wyclef Jean for his contribution to social causes. Then, host Anthony Marshall interviews Wu-Tang Clan member Raekwon backstage before his live performance of C.R.E.A.M.
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The M in JAM Awards stands for Music. In this episode the award for music is... more
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The Jam Master Jay legacy still lives strong in the heart of rappers like Papoose and in the minds of the students at Andrew Jackson High School. Current host Anthony Marshall goes backstage and to the principles office to find out more about how Jay's legacy has affected the community.
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Papoose kills it, A to Z, at the first annual JAM Awards in NYC.
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The JAM Awards comes to a close with a headlining performance from Snoop Dogg with a special guest. Host Anthony Marshall wraps things up with Darryl McDaniels, Kaves, and others as this year's ceremony comes to an end.
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Anthony Marshall takes us down the red carpet and backstage to ask the stars who Jam Master Jay was to them. Hear from Kid Capri, Papoose, Snoop Dogg, Rev Run, Q-Tip, Jim Jones and more. Then LL Cool J and EPMD rock the stage together, performing a Run DMC classic, Rampage.
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Jam Master Jay was able to connect with a diverse group of people through hip-hop. Run DMC's wide scope of success gave hip-hop music a chance to unify people through a common love. Mobb Deep and De La Soul help prove how two artists with distinctly different sounds are able to connect with a broad audience. Mobb Deep's Prodigy and De La Soul explain and perform in this episode.
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The JAM award for Social Justice is given to Chuck D of Public Enemy for his role in pioneering a side of hip-hop music that confronted social and political issues through music. Once a protege of Jam Master Jay, Chuck D has in turn taken on a guiding role and paved the way for artists that use hip hop in similar ways. One such artist is Dead Prez, a rapping duo that present, perform and break down their take on what the J in JAM means for them.
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Welcome to the first annual JAM Awards - a celebration of Justice, Art, and Music!
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Current Host Anthony Marshall is back in New York City to celebrate the memory of Jam Master Jay and congratulate the people in the hip-hop community who have lived his legacy after his passing.
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The Wag Hotel in the Bay Area is truly a pet paradise. Cats and dogs are treated to luxurious living accommodations and all the accouterments of a five star stay.The Wag Hotel in the Bay Area is truly a pet paradise. Cats and dogs are treated to... more
Jason Tongen finds himself in Kentucky's biggest city and naturally asks the locals to show him their Louisville, as only locals can...Jason Tongen finds himself in Kentucky's biggest city and naturally asks the locals to... more
This is Current Television's exclusive airing of Radiohead's "Scotch Mist." In this hour long private taping, Radiohead performs all of the tracks from its newest album, In Rainbows. Other elements include poetry readings and diverse imagery created or selected by the band.