Piano Stairs Triamph Over Escalator

Volkswagen’s fun theory

Britain Don’t Got Talent: Clare Morton

Britain Don’t Got Talent: Manjit Singh

I think the best part of this video is when Amanda says “I didn’t know it could get that big!” right around the 50 second mark.

Britain Don’t Got Talent: Mama Trish

Do not watch this while eating lunch. You’re on your own.

Golden Girl’s Dorothy: My Only Memory of Bea Arthur

I loved the Golden Girls. It was the Sex And The City of its time. I think Dorothy was the one that really made the show funny. And yes, I know Bea had a successful acting career even before the Golden Girls.

Here’s a 7-minute video of the best of Dorothy, seasons 1 & 2.

And here’s a TV Land tribute to the Golden Girls.

Susan Boyle Phenomenon Was Completely Staged. Sorry!

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By  now, everyone in both UK and US knows about Susan Boyle and her recent performance on Britain’s Got Talent.

Good for her! I’m truly happy for her. She obviously has a talent that has unfortunately gone untapped for decades. I don’t intent to take the glory of her performance from her. But I’m completely skeptical of the order of events and the judges’ reactions. It was all staged – all except for her singing. I’m convinced of that. Here’s why (watch the video on YouTube and fact-check my points):

First, she was too over-confident for the setting. She walked on the stage as though she owned the place. Surely, she was aware of the prominence of the venue. She even conversed with Simon in a sassy fashion that seemed out of place.

Second, just prior to the start of music, she was able to demonstrate an unbelievable presence of mind by giving a confident thumbs up and a comfortable smile to the two jokers backstage. She should be nervous as heck at this point. By the way, who the hell are those two guys backstage anyway and what function do the serve?

Third, notice she gave a big smile just as the music commenced right before she started singing as though the outcome was certain.

Fourth, the judges’ reactions were perfectly timed, and the cameras were zooming-in on their faces in a perfectly choreographed way. Think about it. Susan start singing, and the first immediate shot is of Simon’s face with a look of disbelief. Seconds later, the camera focuses on Amanda’s face and then on Piers’ face a few seconds after that. Seriously? Wouldn’t one logically expect that all three judges demonstrate their disbelief and pleasure at about the same time? I’m not buying it.

Fifth, Susan finished her piece, threw a kiss to the audience and proceeded to walk away as though the outcome was a foregone conclusion. Too obvious!

Finally, the judges gave her three yeses. Susan seemed shocked as each judge gave her a ‘yes’ of approval. For someone who was so confident from the moment she walked on that stage, this shocked reaction seemed simulated.

Still, she’s a phenomenal singer, and I wish her every bit of luck. But something tells me she doesn’t need it. It’s all staged.

Am I too cynical?

Man vs Wild vs Hotel vs Staged Shots

This is why Survivorman kicks butt.

David Holmes: Rapping Southwest Flight Attendent

He’s totally ready for a career change.

Former AG Ashcroft Sings. Next Stop . . . American Idol

What happens to Attorney Generals after retirement?

Wow, please wire tap my phone and waterboard me. Just don’t make me listen to his singing again. Is this tune available for download from a government website as a ring tone?

And now for the Alvin and the Chipmunks version . . . watch out folks, it’s fast!

I would pay money to see a mix of this and the MC Rove performance in front of American Idol judges. I wonder what Randy would have to say about it.

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Ellen DeGeneres And Gladys: I Love Jesus But I Drink A Little

I don’t normally watch Ellen, but this is really funny. It’s a little long but totally worth the time. I promise.