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Andrew?s wardrobe dilemma
2008-06-01 15:34:00 I believe that it was Andrew Muir, the singing plumber, who took most of the hits about being inappropriately dressed at the Britain’s Got Talent proceedings. And I’m sure that it was Amanda Holden who took the prize for best-dressed. Okay, perhaps men tend to be clueless about styles and wardrobe in general, but let’s ... More About: Dilemma
Paul Potts has lost his crown?
2008-06-01 01:04:00 In the aftermath of this year’s hullabaloo, one Mr. Herbert Rumbelow has written an open letter to Paul Potts. In honor of the British citizenry, I will print, but not comment on, this poignant thought… Dear Paul, I have just watched with interest as your crown as Britain?s most talented individual was taken from you in a ... More About: Lost , Paul Potts
Incredible
2008-05-31 22:58:00 Britain’s Got Talent, 2008, is in the can and the votes go to: 3rd, Andrew Johnston. 2nd, Signature. And the winner is…George Sampson. The word on the street is that Faryl was slammed recently by rumors that she is a bully. The world is making less and less sense, daily. I trust that the royal ... More About: Incredible
Signature, the Final
2008-05-31 22:24:00 The final act for Signature , courtesy of ITV and djammaluding. Nice work, guys. More About: Final
Vote by supply and demand?
2008-05-31 21:34:00 With the show over and the final decision just an hour away, here is what Selena says about the competition: I agree with Simon that Faryl Smith is special and a one in a million find (when it comes to operatic talent). But I’m a realist guys and still a firm believer in supply and demand. ... More About: Vote , Demand
BGT, the Blog
2008-05-31 21:22:00 It is interesting to see the comments being blogged about the Britain’s Got Talent finals. That show is underway, as we speak. Here is a taste, thanks to Selena’s BGT Blog : Whatever the public vote for Escala will be declared winners the others might as well go home now It matters little if you do not want ...
The dangers of reality
2008-05-31 15:05:00 The finale of this year’s Britain’s Got Talent is upon us, and the projections are that over 12 million people will view the big show tonight–and that’s just the live television crowd. Playing at the same time will be the BBC’s I?d Do Anything talent show, and it is expected to draw over 6 million ... More About: Reality
Hot fun in the summertime
2008-05-31 14:40:00 “Boat Safe, Boat Smart, Boat Sober” says the Arizona Department of Fish and Wildlife–a good message to hear as we enter the summer vacation and outdoor recreation season. We’ve already seen one fatality from an alcohol-related sporting death, here in our little county, and one is plenty enough. This information is Arizona specific, but is appropriate ... More About: Summertime
Paul Potts on Holland?s Got Talent
2008-05-31 01:26:00 Paul Potts took the stage on Holland ’s Got Talent tonight. The favorite to win there is a James Dean sort of guy, Waylon Bijkerk. Here’s a look at that exciting act: And here’s Mr. Paul Potts: More About: Paul , Paul Potts
Madonna won?t go forward
2008-05-31 00:53:00 Madonna Decena didn’t make the cut tonight on Britain’s Got Talent. May her dreams of being reunited with her children and family be realized, regardless. Thank you to Andy and ITV for this video of a dance team who did make the cut: Nemisis Crew. More About: Madonna , Forward
Diet and Exercise
2008-05-31 00:44:00 I don’t have a plan to push, but I know that I need a plan. It’s been just two years now since I last held a physical job and was in pretty darned good shape, but in that short period I’ve gone straight down the tube. My gut is growing, my pants are shrinking, and ... More About: Diet , Exercise
The final semi-final
2008-05-31 00:05:00 Thank you, Selena, for the blow by blow descriptions. Making it to the finals at Britain’s Got Talent, after tonight’s show, were Escala and Nemesis. The Mail Online talks about tomorrow’s grand finale in this article. More About: Final , Semi
Faryl
2008-05-30 13:08:00 Simon says that she is “one in a million”, but those odds may be too small. Paul Potts inspired us last year, but it seems to me that he may have been only the warm-up act for Faryl. Here is last night’s video of Faryl Smith from last night’s Britain’s Got Talent. Thank you to ITV ...
Credit Wars
2008-05-30 13:01:00 This is interesting. The lifelock CEO who advertises his social security number and dares identity thieves to do him any damage, has come under fire by consumers and by the Experian credit reporting agency. The charges are fraud and false advertising. According to the CEO, Todd Davis, this is a David and Goliath battle and the ... More About: Credit , Wars
Faryl keeps going
2008-05-30 03:39:00 Britain’s Got Talent Live Show #4 is in the can tonight, and it is the fantastic Faryl Smith getting the popular vote. The singing plumber, Andrew Muir, took the green flag from the judges. My faith in the people has been restored. Faryl was absolutely amazing tonight. Twelve years old? The young girl’s soul is ageless. ...
Rappin?
2008-05-30 00:36:00 You gotta love it. Searching for lyrics to a song my daughter and I want to learn, I came across a great new lyrics site. I mean it is likely the best designed lyrics site I’ve ever seen–and I visit them regularly. The only problem is that this one offers Rap Music Lyrics only. Punch ...
Tonight?s Acts
2008-05-29 13:08:00 Thank you to Holly Oaks and Digital Spy for this list of acts scheduled to appear on Britain’s Got Talent tonight. Thursday’s Acts Charlie Wernham (comedian) Vizage (quick change act) Andrew Muir (singer) Jeremy Lynch (football act) Faryl Smith (young singer) Harlequins (young Irish dancers) James Stone (singer) If Faryl gets bumped, I’m giving up all hope for this year’s show. More About: Tonight
What happens in June?
2008-05-29 13:02:00 It’s almost June , and you know what that’s the month for, right? If you said “hurricane season,” you must be from Florida. The early forecasts are for another higher-than-average landfall rate. I am happy to say that my family probably won’t be there to wait it out this year. Thank you, Lord. I’m not referring ...
Britain Strikes Out.
2008-05-29 02:43:00 The votes are in for Britain ’s Got Talent, show three, and my little buddy Charlie Green is no longer in the running. Neither is one act that was absolutely Irresistible. The judges put forward the martial arts team, Strike, with Piers casting the vote that left Charlie Green singing the blues. It appears that there ...
Wanna bet?
2008-05-28 18:44:00 The odds are out on this year’s Britain’s Got Talent contest and Faryl Smith is the current favorite, with the bet running 2:1 on a win for the singing sensation. Others listed are: Signature, 5:1 Charlie Green, 5.5:1 Madonna Decena, 13:1 Kate and Gin, 19:1 Cheeky Monkeys, 29:1 Urban Gypsies, 101:1 Anya Sparks, 301:1 There you have it–bet a thousand on Anya and ... More About: News
Move that mountain?
2008-05-28 18:29:00 In a previous post, I gave you my take on blogging for money. In a nutshell, I believe that “the workman is worthy of his hire” is true for all pursuits. Just about every day, I meet someone who wants to know if it could be possible for them to earn money online. By and ... More About: Move , Mountain
More Talent in Britain
2008-05-28 13:00:00 A look at the current standings on Britain ’s Got Talent shows that both Signature and Kate (and Gin) have made it through to the finals, from Monday’s competition. Tuesday saw Andrew Johnston and Cheeky Monkeys get the green light. Tonight, the scheduled line up is: Irresistible, Strike, Mary Halford March, Deans of Magic, Charlie Green, ...
A Signature Act
2008-05-28 03:59:00 The word on the street is that Amanda wouldn’t mind seeing a non-singing act win at Britain’s Got Talent this year. It could happen. Over 12 million viewers tuned in last night and watched Suleman and Madhu do their thing. Suleman says that they’ve “never even dared to dream this far.” I’m betting that, win it ... More About: Signature
Read before you sign
2008-05-28 01:50:00 For months now, I’ve been saying that THC is the best web hosting provider out there. Not only that, but I bought my own package from them, and I offered to personally help those who would sign up, via my link, to get their own blog or website going. I still believe they are the ... More About: Read , Sign
Spaced out in Britain
2008-05-28 01:08:00 Piers Morgan comes up with a good one, here and there. Say what you want about Piers, but the man can write. In a recent ITV blog posting, he commented on yesterday’s Britain ’s Got Talent semi-finals and got in his traditional shot at Simon. Says Piers: My favourite moment had to be Michael, the Star ...
Inside Cardiac Arrest
2008-05-27 13:01:00 I have heard that the primary sign of a heart attack is sudden death. That sounds a little severe, to me. I once interviewed a man who was middle-aged, successful, and in excellent physical condition. He was an avid jogger. Within a year, though, he was dead. He was on a mission project to New ... More About: Arrest , Inside
Crazy Wisdom
2008-05-27 01:35:00 Okay, I realize that some of you may think this to be in poor taste–and, perhaps it is. My aim is not to make sport of homeless folks or mental disorders. The truth is–I like this guy. Maybe I’ve been reading too much Thoreau? More About: Crazy , Wisdom
Trade wind blowing
2008-05-27 01:26:00 Did you ever think about punching the clock for the last time and becoming a traveling vendor of whatever strikes your fancy? From medieval fairs to boat shows and fishing tournaments, you see folks just hanging out and providing unique merchandise. What a life–travel, fun, outdoor activities–just come up with a product to sell, and ... More About: Wind , Trade
Checking in with Connie Talbot
More articles from this author:2008-05-26 14:36:00 With the hoopla surrounding this year’s Britain’s Got Talent competition, have you wondered what Connie Talbot, last year’s runner-up, is doing? Well, she’s “taking on the world,” according to Britain’s Express and Star online. Here’s a quote from a recent article: Mum Sharon said the whole family had been on a whirlwind adventure and could not ... More About: Connie Talbot 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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