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Commercial Success, July
You'll need your dancin' shoes for this one! On your July edition of Commercial Success, we reveal the latest indie hits popping up on today's shoe commercials. You'll need your dancin' shoes for this one! On your July edition of Commercial Success, we reveal the latest indie hits pop... more
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Do you ever find you're just so lost...
You ever find you're just so lost that you don’t even understand what you're feeling anymore, like life on a systematic basis continues, but your mind lays somewhere so far beyond that that you don’t even know how to act anymore, or why, how to be true to yourself when it seems like the whole world is just following some great regime that really doesn’t mean shit when you look at the basics. The people you love, they slowly start to disappear through distance through lack of effort, through death... and you're left asking the one simple question, what am I doing and why...?
How much impact can one man make, I speak not of extraordinary cases, but real people who have a dream, but struggle on a daily basis to stay focused...
I really want to know. What can I do that could possibly be of any real significance...?
I try not to lose faith and not to lose hope, I refuse to seek refuge in religion, money, love, it has to be from one person... a search of validation, a quest for a greater purpose that cannot be ruled or dictated by any other man...
The question is am I crazy, am I just chatting shit or am I tapping into a fundamental hope?
I want nothing more than self realization.
And your views.
Kiko You ever find you're just so lost that you don’t even understand what you're feeling anymore, like life on a systematic basi... more -
Worker across the way (Trabajadoro a través de la manera)
Log Line: Los Angeles day laborers segregate themselves in the parking lot of Home Depot and yet find they share a common struggle, community and a paralleled American story.
At the Home Depot parking lot on Slauson Blvd. in Los Angeles, day laborers gather each morning hustling for work in my predominately Latino and African American neighborhood. I was struck with surprise one day, when I noticed African American day laborers sitting across from the Latino workers-- segregated. The two groups have an interesting perspective on immigration and economics.
Told from the perspective of Juan (29) an undocumented day laborer and Leron (35) an American day laborer-- both workers will take me through their day. I ask both men their thoughts on comprehensive immigration reform.
I open with the landscape of south Los Angles, showing quick shots of Latino and African American communities living side by side-- eeking out an existence. Broll would reflect the economic disenfranchisement of the once middle-class neighborhood-- dilapidated corner stores; liquor stores, check cashing places, etc. Focus in on Home Depot and we clearly see the divide of the two groups of men. We meet our protagonists, Juan and Leroy. The two men tell their stories and we follow them through their day-- finding out along the way their reasons for soliciting day work and what they hope for the future.
I plan to interview both groups of men, then hold a screening of the rough footage for the groups to watch and comment on the other men's opinions. Portions of this will be included in the finished pod. Log Line: Los Angeles day laborers segregate themselves in the parking lot of Home Depot and yet find they share a common struggle, co... more -
May 3rd - World Press Freedom Day - Chinese repression continues
As we approach the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, China has not honored its promise of reform made in the 2002 “Beijing Olympic Action Plan”.
In fact China has increased its repression of free expression and free speech. Over 30 Journalists and 50 cyber reporters are imprisoned in China.
Since 12 March authorities have refused to grant foreign correspondents permits to enter Tibet and at least 25 journalists, including 15 from Hong Kong, have reportedly been expelled from Tibet or provinces in which there are significant Tibetan minorities.
Today on World Free Press Day we look back over 2007 and at the journalists worldwide that have lost their freedom and even there lives.
A total of 95 journalists were murdered last year.
A total of 127 journalists were imprisoned last year.
At least 875 journalists were arrested last year.
Today has to be a day of action.
Please follow the links below to see what you can do to help.
Cheers
Kieran
http://www.worldpressfreedomday.org/
http://www.wan-press.org/ As we approach the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, China has not honored its promise of reform made in the 2002 “Beijing Olympic Action Pl... more -
working hand and hand to Skam(no wonder theres so many foreclosures) Maybe City Ca...
Recently tried to refinance in Chicago, IL. Chase Bank and the appraisal company tried pulling a fast one. First the appraisal company came in from the suburbs (suburbs is not Chicago two different lifestyles. The comps they pulled were not close to my place and they all needed major work such as new plumbing, electric, kitchen and bath. My place is small but has many upgrades, however the comps they pulled appraised at 280.00 and Accumarket appraised my place for 274.00 Chase was not willing to work with me at all, it's no wonder there are so many foreclosures. I realize the market is bad but come on. I have a good credit score of 699 and my debt to income ratio is 46%- I was qualified for a prime rate mortgage, I was also locked in at 5.25% but since the appraisal came in so low and it took so long I was then passed the 60 day lock in and Chase couldn't do anything to help. I really feel like I have been completely taken for a ride by Chase and the appraisal company. The City of Chicago, thanks to Mayor Daley have come up with good programs to help with foreclosure., I'm not in a foreclosure but I feel I could benefit to talk to someone and get the word out that you have to review everything, If it weren't for me me looking thru my appraisal I never would of known of the fradulent things going on-My step is to talk to someone in one of these programs and see if this is happening to more people. I think state law needs be changed- an appraisal company should be from the area they are reviewing- they can't make such huge mistakes in todays market. Recently tried to refinance in Chicago, IL. Chase Bank and the appraisal company tried pulling a fast one. First the appraisal compa... more
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Resolution of Disapproval
Very simply put, the statement “The world is run by the Media” has never been as true as it is today. 6 major corporations dominate a large portion of the American market. http://www.freepress.net/ownership/chart/main)
A lot of you will say “Why does this matter, it doesn’t effect me.”
The fact is that a lot of what you are shown on TV and in the paper incorporates a political agenda and a lot of the time offers an unfair/bias view of what’s going on in the world.
Independent media is the KEY to independent thought. Freedom of speech is supposed to be at the core of a western democratic society.
In America, the FCC recently pushed the media ownership limits even further, allowing tycoons like Rupert Murdoch to own even more market share and set news agenda.
Below are a few links where you can find more information, and even if you want to, take action.
If you send an email, they don’t know if it’s from England or the States, with 100,000’s of people getting involved congress is actually starting to listen.
http://www.freepress.net/node/38881)
So whether you don’t really care, find this interesting or want to get involved, at least know you have some information and a portal.
Cheers
Kieran
Links:
http://www.freepress.net/
http://www.stopbigmedia.com/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ilNLeXefmNw Very simply put, the statement “The world is run by the Media” has never been as true as it is today. 6 major corporations dominate a ... more -
Resolution of Disapproval;
Very simply put, the statement “The world is run by the Media” has never been as true as it is today. 6 major corporations dominate a large portion of the American market. http://www.freepress.net/ownership/chart/main)
A lot of you will say “Why does this matter, it doesn’t effect me.”
The fact is that a lot of what you are shown on TV and in the paper incorporates a political agenda and a lot of the time offers an unfair/bias view of what’s going on in the world.
Independent media is the KEY to independent thought. Freedom of speech is supposed to be at the core of a western democratic society.
In America, the FCC recently pushed the media ownership limits even further, allowing tycoons like Rupert Murdoch to own even more market share and set news agenda.
Below are a few links where you can find more information, and even if you want to, take action.
If you send an email, they don’t know if it’s from England or the States, with 100,000’s of people getting involved congress is actually starting to listen.
http://www.freepress.net/node/38881)
So whether you don’t really care, find this interesting or want to get involved, at least know you have some information and a portal.
Cheers
Kieran
Links:
http://www.freepress.net/
http://www.stopbigmedia.com/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ilNLeXefmNw Very simply put, the statement “The world is run by the Media” has never been as true as it is today. 6 major corporations dominate a ... more -
The Modern Warrior
My name is Kieran Byrne, 23, Male living in New York.
My pod idea is to examine what it takes to be an Ultimate Fighter. UFC is one of the fastest growing phenomenons in the US.
While it may lack in the Political/Humanitarian edge that I'm sure some the other ideas contain,
It will make up for it with mass appeal.
I propose not only to look at the history of the UFC and its unprecedented growth into the media spotlight, but also to examine the mental and physical condition that it takes to be a fighter in the UFC.
Finally I want to ask the question, can you take an average man with no background in fighting, gentle by nature, drinks, smokes, eats juke food etc, and turn them in a mixed martial artist to fight in a semi-professional fight in the space of say 5 weeks.
Sorry for the rough pitch, the deadline is tonight and I only just found out about this opportunity. Please pardon the brief outline that
I'm offering hopefully you can see the potential beneath my words.
I already have a few companies in mind that I confidently feel I could secure for sponsorship if necessary.
So please put this through, not only would it make a fantastic and original piece but it also allow Current to capitalize on this growing trend at a time when it is still fresh in the market.
Appreciate your time.
Regards
Kieran Byrne My name is Kieran Byrne, 23, Male living in New York. ... more -
Who can tell you how to live?
i live in burlington north carolina, better know as bucktown. im richard edens, i like to think imma big influence of our ways, we roll whiteowls, we listen to reggae, old memphis rap and we got some raw ass slang thats fresh and verrrrrrrry tasteyyy bruh, get at us here in bucktown its me my brotha ivan, greybird the dopeman, bo the fiend and ern the goodie goodie cocky ass, we a funny ass crew and im tryna get started in this type business, thanks current, i hadda bad feeling you wouldnt take a second look at my crazy anecdote but if you do get back at me i got loads n loads to tell i live in burlington north carolina, better know as bucktown. im richard edens, i like to think imma big influence of our ways, we rol... more
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Mormonism and Feminism?
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints {Mormons) has made its way into the media’s attention in the recent months, with Mitt Romney’s former presidential run and the speculative, though untrue, ties to the Texas polygamist raid.
Though insisting on remaining apolitical, the socially conservative Mormon religion has taken public stances against alcohol, tobacco, abortion, premarital sex and feminism, among others. It is the latter which I would like to pitch to Current and Saul Williams.
Feminism, though openly denounced by the leadership of Mormonism, can find the religion to be an arena is which feminism should be embraced, which would be a revolutionary measure for this church. The church has one of the largest and longest running women’s organizations, the Relief Society. There is also a core belief in a complementary deity in a female form, a heavenly Mother. The She next to the He.
These components of the religion would seemingly flock feminist-thinking individuals to the religion.
These opportunities and beliefs are often overlooked, cast aside and highly criticized. Indeed, many women in the church feel that the male-dominated hierarchy belittles the female sex as “naturally” inferior to men, that females have a calling from on high to be Mothers or just remain in the home. In fact, Mormon feminist scholars have been excommunicated from the church for their view, which were thought as controversial in very controversial disciplinary councils held by church leaders.
This story deeply embedded in the minds of people here in Utah, but it stretches nationwide. We need to embrace, not hate. We must not be divided, but rather become, as a people, one. We need to become a hybrid of culture, class, gender, race, religion and many other ways.
I’m Jack Waters, and this is my pitch to Saul Williams and Current. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints {Mormons) has made its way into the media’s attention in the recent months, with Mitt ... more -
Would you be surprised to hear that a church proposes to it’s members a 30-day sex...
SEX and GOD are like oil and vinegar: rarely are the two mixed. But blended together, with the right seasonings, can they make a pretty good salad dressing?
A church in Tampa has decided to do just that: put oil and vinegar in one container, add some seasoning and shake it all together. What came out was the 30-day sex challenge. In this pod we’ll experience this challenge through 3 couples: a married couple, an unmarried couple, and the pastor and his wife. We hear from the pastor and his wife as they talk about the church, sex, God, and relationships. Excerpts are taken from a Sunday church service along with a sit down interview. Then, through daily web-cam vlog style confessionals, we’ll hear from the other two couples some of the obstacles and triumphs of the 30-day challenge. Peek in on Mike and Mary, an unmarried couple who is living together. Why would they voluntarily give up sex for 30-days? Next, hear from married couple Doug and Lorena as they talk about how “doing it” for 30 days has dramatically improved their relationship and what struggles they experienced along the way. And ultimately answer the question: Why does God want us to have the best sex of our lives?”
Personal Reel: www.redeyefilmco.com/ Click on first video.
Or Current TV portfolio, http://current.com/search/search.do?indexName=barca-sea...= SEX and GOD are like oil and vinegar: rarely are the two mixed. But blended together, with the right seasonings, can they make a prett... more -
Liquid
We are all made of the same things. "ONE LOVE, ONE HEART, LET'S GET TOGETHER AND FEEL ALRIGHT"
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Horseman
First of all I would like to say that I rarely watch television but now that broadcast like current are hitting the scene, I am so relieved! Media that in some ways have works against us and has suppressed creativity for so long is now taking a turn for the better. I think not only in myself but in many it has revived that small amount of faith that "we fight and refused" to give up!!! As I sit here I do what I can every day to help my brothers and sisters. This is a fight that is long from over but now we are starting to get even. We have to gain back the balance, there is no other alternative. I am a Mother of a beautiful three year old daughter and there is NOTHING I will not do for her and our world, the same goes for ALL of my family, because we are "ALL ONE TRIBE". Every form I have ever had to fill out for something when I get to the section that says RACE:, although the list has gotten a little longer over the years, is still lacking the word HUMAN for RACE!!!! It insults me, this system that has gone corrupt, insults me, my family. This world that we have been given and all the beautiful beings in it "WILL NOT" succomb to the "new world order" or whatever name you may prefer to call it, and our creativity cannot be meassured by your money! Commander and cheif...you could not afford an ounce of Saul Williams or many other profound artist creativity. True visionaries starve, but the see the truth. They may at times suffer, but they believe in what they are suffering for and know that putting so much of themselves into something, it will open a door for someone else, and they another, and they another, and they yet another. That is why we are here today. The piece that I have submitted titled "Horseman" is a depiction as I see, the Horseman shall not pass. Our collective conciousness "WILL NOT" let them pass. This is our world. God gave us free will and it is our choice, no matter how they try to silence us, we are always heard. And now they are trembling. REVOLUTION!!!!!!! Free your mind, love your brother. Yes since the dawn of time people have always had to protect themselves and watch your back, and get my back, but you know what, their (government) paranoia has gotten WAY out of hand. And they think money is power!!!! Well they loosen they power cuz the $ ain't worth much no mo!!!
HAHA!!! Sorry, but it's the truth. And my name ain't Judas.
Thanks so much for your time and at least I hope I made someone smile, and please,
let me open a door for you.
Have a wonderful and productive day,
Blessings always,
NAMASTE'
Sanctuary
I have more submissions and will send them just with title alone not to take up your time, and bty I and many friends have maxed our dependents and use that money to by music, books, artwrok of all mediums, because truely, they deserve it more than a machine that kills it's own men.
"FOR I DO NOT FEAR DEATH, BUT A LIFE WITH NO MEANING" First of all I would like to say that I rarely watch television but now that broadcast like current are hitting the scene, I am so rel... more -
Billion Beatz - Time is Money and We're Runnin Outta Both
"The End of the End of Time: The Minute vs. the Moment" is the thematic mind-child of Saul Williams (writer/musician/actor). This pod examines this thesis by applying the "Billion Heartbeats Theory".
The "Billion Heartbeats Theory" suggests that all creatures facilitate one billion heartbeats while of this earth. For example, the average elephant lives longer than the typical hummingbird (69 years vs. 8 years). Each one's heart beats an equal one billion times before expiring - the larger creature's heart beats much slower, however.
The exception to this rule is the human. What makes us unique is that we command an average of 2-3 billion heartbeats throughout our lifespan. This is theoretically believed to be possible through self-regulation and modern medicine.
This pod uses a rapid edit style to emphasize the often overlooked passing of time. To balance out this hyper-flash imagery, interviews with scientists who have studied the "Billion Beatz" phenomenon are intertwined. Notably, the visceral music of Saul Williams, a pioneer in power-pop/electro-hop music, sets the soundscape. "The End of the End of Time: The Minute vs. the Moment" is the thematic mind-child of Saul Williams (writer/musician/actor).... more -
NICARAGUA: A DYING GENERATION
Nicaragua's decision to ban all types of abortion including those medically necessary to save a woman's life, has had deep ramifications according to human rights groups in the second poorest country in the Western hemisphere. Since the ban was implemented in 2006, 82 women have died because they did not receive a life saving abortion. Some doctors have even denied medical services to pregnant women for fear that the possibility of an aborted pregnancy could lead to their incarceration. Nicaragua's decision to ban all types of abortion including those medically necessary to save a woman's life, has had deep r... more
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JUST GET THE SEX AND FORGET THE REST: I have a F***Buddy
In this modern era of fast food, globalization, gadget and internet dating. There is a great change going on with the sexual morals of the new generation. Now a days people opt to acquire a F***buddy instead of starting a relationship. Just get the sex and forget the rest, is the new attitude. Sex is non longer this mystical thing most teenage boys dreamed about. Its used to sell cars, furniture..manure and everything else. It no longer holds as much value as it use too. In addition, sex is no longer fully associated with some level of relationship. I do not mean one night stands, that always been there, but have a sexual partner without ever being emotionally engaged with that person. I would like to explore this new take on sex and discuss the moral aspects as well as get more insight on the role of the media in this change. In this modern era of fast food, globalization, gadget and internet dating. There is a great change going on with the sexual morals of... more
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KNOW YOUR RIGHTS while Protesting (THESE STREETS ARE WATCHING)
Producer’s Name(s): Jacob Crawford
Email: jacob@jacobsladderproduction.com
Phone #: 203-733-1860
Current.com username: jacobsladder
School: Sarah lawrence
Date: April 24 2008
Pod Title: THESE STREETS ARE WATCHING (know your rights while protesting)
Pod Description (2 – 4 sentences):
This pod series will look into an individual’s rights in the streets while protesting, organizing, or legal observing (the Democratic or Republican National Convention). This series will overview public space, freedom of speech, expression, how to advance your message, the right to observe police, what to document during police action, jail solidarity,
Why is this Current (about what’s going on in the lives of 18-34 year olds)?
If you don’t stand for something you’ll fall for anything, This pod series is Current because currently our rights are vanishing, most people in their 20’S and 30’S don’t know what rights we’ve lost since 9/11 and with elections around the corner there will be a large volume of younger adults interested in making the world a better place, This pod series will catch some up to speed and prepare everyone for what lies ahead.
Key Characters (You may have these people identified, or describe the types of characters you are thinking about for your pod):
1. Steve Nash, Denver Copwatch (falsely Labeled criminal extremist by Denver Police in 2002)
2. Andrea Pritchett Founding member of Berkeley Copwatch since 1990
3. Dribirl Toure from the Malcom X Grassroots Movement in Brooklyn (they have a copwatch program)
4. Mark Silverstein director of the Colorado ACLU
5. Joaquin Cienfuegos Co Founder of Copwatch LA
6. Adrienne Wheeler of The National Lawyers Guild
Execution (What are we going to see in the pod?):
We will see our rights in action, in a way that helps the public understand them.
We will see how police suppress people’s rights by utilizing a variety of different tactics ranging from intimidation, provocation, surveillance, mass arrests, and legal action.
We will see copwatching in action, helping viewers know how to document police action and what to document to help any victims
Estimated Production Timeline:
2 weeks
Production Notes:
I am experienced in filming and producing this type of content “these streets are watching” its on my current page Producer’s Name(s): Jacob Crawford Email: jacob@jacobsladderproduction.com Phone #: 203-733-1860 ... more -
New Models of Love: Using Technology
This is an intro sample of what could be done for this piece. It contain still images b/c i haven't had time to shoot video yet, although, i'd prefer to have only video in the final project.
Synopsis: After working and living with his cousin for 6 months in New Delhi, India, Texas-born, Indian-American, Deepak is forced to return to Rochester, New York to begin his second year of medical school. The one problem: He fell in love with a girl in New Delhi. While this was something his parents would probably be psyched about, him falling in love with a Desi Diva, Deepak is nervous about how he is going to manage this long, long, long distance love affair. After returning to Rochester, Deepak is forced to take advantage of what technology has to offer. He proceeds to learn a new method of maintaining his Love…through a Vonage internet phone, Skype account, and artwork. This is an intro sample of what could be done for this piece. It contain still images b/c i haven't had time to shoot video yet, ... more -
HUMANIST MOVEMENT: A JOURNEY WITHIN
I have lived in three continents. I speak 41/2 languages and I have traveled in many parts of the world. Yet, the greatest journey I have just begun is one without motion.
I just turned 25 and currently finishing grad school, thus I've been asking myself what is my next step. In the process of figuring out the answer to that question, I discovered that there are many more questions that have to be answered first. Who am I as an individual? What is my purpose? What is my VOCATION? What will make me happy? Through this INTERNAL debate and in search of some answered I talked to many youth that are asking themselves the same question. Youth that are in search of a greater connection to the world than just their own society...and that's when I just heard of the Humanist movement. The movement is about putting humans before money, politics, religion and all superficial objects. This is a global movement that has been going on for about 45 years and not much light has been shed on it. I would like to investigate this movement and the millions of people it affects around the globe. This is a new philosophy that is growing by the day and it needs to be looked into I have lived in three continents. I speak 41/2 languages and I have traveled in many parts of the world. Yet, the greatest journey I h... more
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