The First Amendment

First Amendment
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.

As much as I LOVE theater, I don't like seeing when critiques say a show is the best show to hit a stage or "The funniest musical comedy in 400 years", as the say in this video. I mean no offense to this show or to the reviewer.

It may be funny and will bring big audiences in, but I think its a matter of how the audience feels after seeing it. I think critiques are supposed to say a show is amazing. If they didn't they would be questioned about why, and the review may not be shown. No one wants a negative review, in fear of losing money or trust from regulars. Again Im not saying that the show isn't great, because I haven't seen it. I just feel that they sometimes take it too far, especially saying what was said in this promo. 

I am happy that they, so far, have left out names of actors in some reviews. Actors and show reviews should be separate, in my opinion. A show is planned, written, produced and staged, once it opens its not likely to be rewritten, although that has happened. An actors performance may be blocked (where to stand on what line) but the way the lines are said or the way they show emotions may vary from night to night. It wouldn't be fair to critique someone with a show, The performers may be AMAZING but a show was difficult to watch for whatever reason.

So in conclusion, reviewers should say, "its my opinion..."  before they say how fantastic, wonderful, amazing, inspiring or breath taking a show is. Its a matter of opinion, not a scientific fact. 

Looking at another students take on this, I agreed with him saying: Brians Blog

"I agree that Celebs should have the right to say go away their request should be granted. I feel though that they kind of give up that right a little when they punch or hurt reporters and don't apologize. It just gives the press or paparazzi more to write about them and hurts their reputation. The problem is the Celebs actions, not what the press writes." 

check out the rest of my class mates to see what their take was.

Here is a General link that list their blogs.

JN201-Media & Society - Fall 2015

Rip! A Remix Manifesto

1. Culture always builds on the past
2. The past always tries to control the future
3. Our future is becoming less free
4. To build free societies you must limit the control of the past

After watching this film, its interesting to see how many copyright rules are being broken. Some how people can break laws and stay out of the radar. This makes me wonder, what isn't copyrighted. Listing the manifestosWorking on school work, I have used many pictures for class presentations that I couldn't otherwise get. If it weren't for "Fair Use" in schools, I would have owed lots of people about $10k+ just in Middle School and who knows how much in High school.
I could be charged for putting the list from the film on my blog like I have if I wasn't protected. I think everything should not be Copyrighted at all. Musicians or Bands get paid when their songs are even played in a movie or TV show. They make enough.

Modern Family  

“She Crazy”
Full Episode
IMDB page

First aired on 10/14/15 at 9pm.

Genre: Comedy
Creators: Steven Levitan, Christopher Lloyd
Main Characters: Jay Pritchett (Ed O'Neill), Gloria Delgado-Pitchett (Sofia Vergara), Claire Dunphy (Julie Bowen), Phil Dunphy (Ty Burrell), Mitchell Pritchett (Jesse Tyler Ferguson), Cameron Tucker (Eric Stonestreet), Manny Delgado (Rico Rodriguez), Luke Dunphy (Nolan Gould), Haley Dunphy (Sarah Hyland), Lilly Tucker-Pritchett (Aubrey Anderson-Emmons)

This episode is new to me, but the show isn’t! I really like it. It gets kind of confusing when it switches around to different story lines. I sometimes forget where we are with each character. Its like having continuos cliff hangers, but its still a good show.

This episode is about 3 families that are all related, the Dunphy's, Pritchett's, and the Tucker-Pritchett's. The Dunphy's are debating whether 3 eggs Phil found a month prior are still alive. The Pritchett's are trying to overcome fears of talking either to famous people or cute girls. The Tucker-Pritchett's are trying to find themselves in the world and remember trust is important in a relationship

Break 1

*Galaxy S6 from Samsung * Jimmy Dean * Car Max * TJ Maxx * Fiber one Brownies * Burnt (movie) * Its the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown * Toy story of Terror * Dr. Ken*

Break 2

*Android * Marie Calendar * Pay less * Goosebumps (Movie) * Farmer Insurance * Goodness Knows bars * Power View * How to get away with Murder * Trillium * ToyotaCare * Trillium*

Break 3

*Surface book * PAM * Ford * Ford * Pantene * AT&T * Walmart * Blackish*

I feel the commercials fit with the show and both are aimed for an adult audiences. Kids don't worry about insurance, cars and fancy cloths.

Reviewers feel that this show in general "suffered from a lack of focus and attention to detail". I agree that it is a bit difficultt to follow but I got the hang of it.Other show now have started using the same editing and filming techniques. Like Liv and Maddie on the Disney Channel. They cut to a character talking to us, the viewers. It connects you more with the story and you almost feel you can talk back.
Most of the actors have Social Media now, the adults have more than the little kids from the show. People on Twitter are saying they loved this episode.

After seeing this episode I'm excited to see to see the next one. Tune in Every Wednesday On ABC.

1. Spina Bifida Awareness

October is Spina Bifida Awareness month, and the ribbon color is yellow. There is also have National Spina Bifida and hydrocephalus day, which is October 25. I bet most people didn't know that. Well, neither did I until last year, when it was too late. I also didn't know September was Hydrocephalus and Chiari Awareness month until today. 

There is lots of ways that Social Media is showing awareness. There is Multiple Spina Bifida Awareness pages. One Specifically is titled Spina Bifida Awareness, Its a Non-Profit organization. It looks like a page where people can share their stories. Some of the stories may not be Spina Bifida but on other really important topics. They also have advertised fundraisers.

https://www.facebook.com/SpinaBifidaA 

There are links and pictures on Twitter attached to #SpinaBifida. 

There is also an SBA Channel on youtube. SBA (Spina Bifida Association) is a website that gives you  families who have a child or a loved one who is Disabled. They can tell you about some nearby clinics, camps and chapter groups so that you can find the help you need. The also can tell you how to prevent it, while your newly pregnant. There are many events that you can sign up to volunteer with.

Now for a different Topic

2. Advertisements

1*  I have seen many advertisements and movie promotions. I can list one  commercial I have found that absolutely grosses me out. Introducing the Squatty Potty. By using this product, which step stool that fits under a toilet. The position you sit helps you release ... well you get the picture. They have a website:
http://www.squattypotty.com/unicorn-c/
They even have a Youtube Channel. Im just posting the link because the The thumbnail picture is a bit embarrassing.
Squatty Potty :)
I can't determine who their target audience would be. I think they are either using a Hidden Fear Technique or an Irritation Technique. I don't think I would get this product because of the weirdness of the commercial. I understand its made for health benefits and thats very important,but really? Their slogan is "The Stools for Better Stools". GROSS!! The only reason I heard about this is a youtube vlogger I watch everyday, was hired to be on the commercial. They since cut out his part.The only part I think is fun about this is the prince. They have kind of ruined Unicorns for me.

2*  I have found myself watching more and more of the Gerber Chew Commercials. I love the commercials with babies sitting in a "class". and they are putting bowls on their heads and food smudged on their faces. Its so cute. Their Target Audience would have to be New parents or grandparents for baby sitting.
They have a channel:Gerber. I think they are using emotional branding, or Stereotyping. Its all very cute either way.

Media Blog #2

I have multiple sites. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat I may be starting a youtube channel soon. I use Social Media for different reasons, not just for fun anymore. Twitter is to keep up with friends of mine who have youtube channels, celebs and anyone who doesn't have facebook.
3 people that I follow the most is Grimsikk, He is my best friend ever. We grew up together, and talk a lot now. He has a lets play channel on youtube. My favorite tweets he has are when he posts a video or when he welcomes a new member of the Grimsikk family he calls the grimlins.
Next I follow several Daily Vloggers. I like seeing peoples happiest moments. Finding out the family is expecting a baby after years of infertility is amazing. Twitter is their live feed and the best way to connect with them. My favorite tweets they do are when a mother is having contractions or going into labor.
I also now follow movie directors and casting directors. If they post general advice I want to know. I also look for any webinars they advertise so I can send in questions for them to answer. I follow lots of people, If I recognize a friend, from school or work, I will follow them.

I know that there are ways to get money on the internet, but I didn't know it was so easy until I read it. I have heard of Monetizing a youtube channel. I heard it would take a long time to make money from ads. I didn't know that you could get money from posting a blog. I have seen youtube videos about making money online, but they said you had to make an online stocks or make an eBay account to sell things. Finding jobs is hard even if the economy is doing well. For some reason or another there is always a reason for not getting a job. For example, I have been denied even being considered for a interview because Im in a wheelchair. I have heard Im too dirty or I'm a danger to animals. Even being in college getting an important degree doesn't help. So knowing what I know now, I am very interested in finding a way to make a little pocket money. I may not NEED money now but It still is good to have.

This kind of video may sound and look good, saying its all free, but eventually it will probably hurt you instead of help you. This is just all my view. If you have ever made money from these methods im happy for you but its not for me.