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Best Video I've Watched All Day

Between job seeking, volunteer projects (some of which I am ending), and other tasks, I have to admit that I don't feel very productive.

Now, after seeing this video, I actually feel somewhat better informed....and possibly have a way of rethinking how I'm approaching things.

At the very least, this might help me become slightly more creative.

Public Domain Drive-In: Jack Benny Goes Christmas Shopping

OK, this kind of lifted me out of my funk...because nothing says Christmas like Jack Benny. Enjoy!

Go. Watch. Now: BATTLESTAR GALACTICA - BLOOD & CHROME

Normally, I'm not a big fan of prequels - most of the time, they tend to lack a certain creative spark, and some dramatic tension is lost. (If we know the main character survives, how will we ever believe they're in danger).

One of the nice things about the new web-only Battlestar Galactica: Blood & Chrome (which is a "repurposing" of the pilot that SyFy passed on) is that although the main character will show up in the future, there's enough of a "you are there" sense to being involved in the First Cylon War (and which, I have to admit, makes me wish Caprica had been more successful) that I want to see more.

Don't believe me? Here are the first two episodes. More will be forthcoming via this YouTube Channel.

Two Moments of Coolness Via The Internets

Awhile ago, I talked about Michael Epstein...and I really liked his music with the Motion Sick. Michael Epstein also performs in a duo called Do Not Forsake Me Oh My Darling, who take their name from an episode of The Prisoner.

Not to be outdone, the duo created a shot-for-shot recreation of the opening credits, and quite frankly - this tune rocks. Hard. So much so that I'm looking forward to their "takes" on these episodes.



If this were the only cool thing I received via the Internet, I would be ecstatic. However, I received another piece of Zone 4-related coolness, but that's going to have to wait. (And has nothing at all to do with The Prisoner)

While you are waiting, you can watch a shot-by-shot comparison of Do Not Forsake Me Oh My Darling's recreation with the original here.

A Mash Note to BBC Worldwide

I just want to tell BBC Worldwide that I really thought they did a really good job on their Terror of the Autons rerelease - heck, I am enjoying many of their re-releases of classic Doctor Who stories.

In addition, I am really looking forward to their September re-release of Day of the Daleks with new special effects and Dalek voices. (I also like the care they're putting into their preview trailers):



Plus, the fact that BBC Worldwide is "revisiting" many of the stories they released in the past, remastering them, adding tons of bonus material, and providing "Revisitations" boxed sets? Cool. (It's especially cool that they're re-releasing the stories as special editions, with the TV movie's February release and the three-DVD edition of Talons of Weng Chiang.

I guess what I'm trying to say is that, BBC Worldwide, if you wanted to send me Doctor Who DVDs for review purposes.....I wouldn't complain at all. Neither would any other sites I write for.

Think about it. Please.

Your pal,

Gordon

Coming June 19th - Falling Skies

Since I was asked - and volunteered - to help spread the word about Steven Spielberg's new series Falling Skies, here's a trailer for you to enjoy.

Sad Thing is - I Know People Who Actually *Talk* This Way

One of the disadvantages to networking for a job search - you end up talking, at times, to people like this:



But tomorrow, back to the grind.....

I Should Blog About THE AVENGERS More....

...you know, Steed and Peel, especially inspired by this video (possibly NSFW):



(via the Agony Booth)

Your Wednesday Van Halen Moment Of Zen

This is Post # 1400....

...and you deserve something special.



(I should really do more Mad Men content, shouldn't I?

Today's Band of the Moment

It's times like this that I really enjoy being a comics blogger.

A few days ago, I received an e-mail from Mike from a band called the Motion Sick - a band out of (I think) Boston that sent me a few You Tube clips, thinking that I might enjoy them.

And boy, did I.

First, here's a recent number called "Aquaman's Lament", although Laura at Bloggity-Blog-Blog might appreciate it more than I do (and it does have a real good hookiness to it):



But my personal favorite is "30 Lives" - it's about videogaming, but I cannot get the chorus out of my head. Yes, there are some really cool references in the video, but just listen:



(You know, if Joss Whedon really loved us, he'd hire these guys to write the songs for the inevitable Dr. Horrible sequel.)

Luckily, they're experimenting with a pay-what-you-think-its-worth model (a la Radiohead), and in all honesty, I was offered a CD, but you know what? Music this good is worth paying for - I'm including a link to their download site, but be sure you check out their main site, friend them on Facebook, and follow them on Twitter.

And finally, Jim and Greg - please be sure to feature this on your podcast.

Honestly - this is one of the best things I've heard in awhile. I should open my e-mail more often.

The Motion Sick
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It's Friday, and We Could All Use a Laugh

Too lazy to blog so it's Digby Time:

Ska THIS, Pal! (While I'm Away)

Since I won't be blogging for a bit - and since I'm getting slightly nostalgic since my old grammar school classmates are contacting me via Facebook - favorite ska videos!

Why We Need Change

Probably the most important politically-minded video you will watch all year.

See more Ron Howard videos at Funny or Die

Your Mandatory Laugh of the Day

This past weekend was very stressful for me - Mom was in the emergency room (she's fine now - just low potassium). So I needed some good laughs this week.

Thankfully, I was e-mailed some humorous comics for review (and blogging). But sometimes, you need a piece that's sheer poetry. So in the fine tradition of this blog, I present:

THE KITTEN/TOOTHBRUSH SMACKDOWN

EDIT: Embedded video didn't work, so I took it out. Follow the link. You'll thank me later.

This One's For the Junk Fewd Crew

Dear Well Respected Colleagues - and Andy,

This was forwarded to me via e-mail. I think you guys will enjoy it. At the very least, it will provide a few moments of distraction from all that "real work" we're supposed to be doing.

Gordon

Disclaimer: We actually perform real work, and I would never be so cavalier as to suggest otherwise.

Lazy Blogger Syndrome

Working on some other posts, but for your education, here's a political video:



And for those of you offended by the above...these ain't gonna help, either.

See more funny videos and funny pictures at CollegeHumor.

Hey, It's Dance Party Friday!

And here's a little something for you, dear reader:



And at work, I and several of my colleagues will be doing this:

Your Mandatory Jason Beghe Moment

This is what the world needs....

...a man who starred in one of the most underrated horror films of all time....




...to a guy standing up and calling it like it is.


Jason Beghe speaks to Today Tonight from GrahamS on Vimeo.