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When I read this article an hour or so ago I agreed with many of the sentiments from players who were nostalgic about the sense of "community" that the RDF contributed to taking away.
Having since queued for a random dungeon where I was grouped with three people from my own server, I've since changed my mind. They were either unprepared, unhelpful, or belligerent, with the worst offender being the tank who despite his own mistakes made the point of calling every person out on theirs (harshly) and threatening to start a votekick if it was repeated.
Random strangers you meet from other servers in the RDF are the same as the random strangers you meet on your server - all just as likely to be nice/friendly/helpful as they are to be rude/aggressive/unpleasant. Being exposed to more of the people I have to make a community with on my server today has done little except cause additions to my blacklist for guild and raid invites.
For me, my "community" is my guild and most of the people I've ever known and liked have come by word of mouth. I suppose someone has to start the ball rolling by speaking to random people they meet on the server to begin with, but my initial experience with the new RDF was negative enough to put me off queueing randomly for a few days.

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Godaime (五代目; Literally meaning "Fifth") could refer to one of the following characters:
- Tsunade (綱手, Tsunade), the Fifth Hokage (五代目火影, Godaime Hokage; Literally meaning "Fifth Fire Shadow").
- Gaara (我愛羅, Gaara), the Fifth Kazekage (五代目風影, Godaime Kazekage; Literally meaning "Fifth Wind Shadow").
- Mei Terumī (照美メイ, Terumī Mei), the Fifth Mizukage (五代目水影, Godaime Mizukage; Literally meaning "Fifth Water Shadow").


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Nicole Kidman Lensed By Patrick Demarchelier In 'Don't Strike A Pose: Be You' For Vogue Germany August 2013
Oscar-winning actor Nicole Kidman is lensed by three different photographers — Patrick Demarchelier, Camilla Akrans and Bruce Weber — for the August issue of Vogue Germany dedicated to her and to celebrate her honorary award from the Cinema for Peace Foundation. Nicole is honored for 'her commitment to social change and her activism on behalf of women's rights'.
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Success has not satisfied Nicole Kidman. On the contrary — her hunger for new experiences is undiminished. We are fascinated by that aspect of her character.'
It's a gift for us that she was prepared to be featured in this Vogue. Not only because she gave us so much of her time, but also because, above and beyond her Hollywood professionalism, she opened herself up as an approachable and profound person.'
Nicole Kidman Honored
Nicole Kidman recently received a special honorary award for her long-term social engagement for women's rights together with Lakshmi Puri, UN Assistant Secretary-General and Acting Head of UN Women, at the Cinema for Peace UN Woman honorary dinner, held at Soho House in Berlin, Germany.
Cinema For Peace describes itself as 'the Oscars with brains'. Speaking at the event, Ms. Puri said: 'There is so much to do. Right now, we are looking to Egypt where UN Women has supported women since the early stages of the democratic transition.'
"At this crucial juncture, women must be part of a peaceful and democratic dialogue to determine the country's future."
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Nicole Kidman is currently the UN Women Goodwill Ambassador, charged with promoting and defending the rights of women worldwide. The actor's specific focus on ending violence against women, links her to others like Angelina Jolie who devote countless hours on women's issues.
Kidman has previously discussed her role with the UN, saying: 'I have learned about the horrific scope of violence against women around the world and seen its devastating impact. 'When I first learned that one in three women and girls experience violence in their lifetime, I was utterly shocked.'
In honoring Kidman the Board of the Cinema for Peace Foundation said:
"Women represent half of humanity, and of its potential. Yet around the world women are still deprived of a life free from discrimination and violence. We applaud the establishment of UN Women as a global champion for women and girls. Nicole Kidman has helped give a voice to countless women who are survivors of gender-based violence. She is a role model for others."
As Egypt attempts to move forward after its recent military coup that removed elected president and Muslim Brotherhood leader Mohammed Morsi from power on July 3, a new cabinet was named that includes three women but no Islamist members. The Muslim Brotherhood has refused to participate in the new government.
The Morsi government came under sharp criticism from Egyptian women like Mervat El-Tallawy who spoke about the wave of violence against women that was unleashed when the Muslim Brotherhood came to power.


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Economic Issues introduces current issues from an economic perspective, analyzes the issues, considers policy implications of them, and debates alternative views. Credit for the course does not count toward the economics major.
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The economic determinants of population growth. Various economic theories of fertility behavior. The effects of rapid population growth on the economy, especially of population growth on savings, natural resources and the environment.
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The general framework within which consumer choices are exercised; the tools of personal economic choice applied to consumption and investment decisions.
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The Bordeaux method of blending quality grape varietals is something which has long been imitated and envied around the world. Whilst there are six Bordeaux grape varietals allowed for the production of red wine in this region of France Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Carménere the most common and widely used combination involves a careful blend of the Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, usually with a small percentage of Petit Verdot to boost the overall flavor and balance things out. This process accentuates the finer points of all these varietals, and takes the astringency of one type whilst rounding it out and mellowing it with the light tannins and fleshiness of another. The results are rarely short of spectacular, and are perfect for oak aging, where the flavorful magic of Bordeaux wine making can really take place, and the complex aromas and characteristics can truly come forward.
Of all the wine regions in France, the mostly highly esteemed and famous is surely Bordeaux. Most commonly associated with their superb examples of blended red wines, usually made with a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot varietals, Bordeaux consistently demonstrates that their mix of traditional and modern wine-making styles is the recipe for fame and success. The region benefits greatly from its humid climate, and the fact that its clay and gravel based soils are perfect for growing the fine grape varietals which flourish there. The region is split into quite distinct sub-regions, with the finest generally believed to be the Left Bank and the Médoc region, where many of the most well known chateaux are based and produce their wonderful red and white wines.
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Man I'm enjoying Coven a whole lot. Such crazy stuff going on. And yes, Mme Lange is amazing but so are the other Witches.
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Good to hear! I can't wait to watch it.
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There's always so much going on in the show, too much I think (especially season 2) and it just doesn't seem to mesh properly, it tends to leave questions unanswered which can be a little unsatisfying. Great cast and production value though.
Season 3 was my fave.
I started watching Asylum and....nope, I can't get into it if honest. I loved the first season too! I will try again, tonight or tomorrow I guess.
This has been my main problem with the series as well. It's like the writers come up with a basic premise -- say, a haunted house -- and then throw everything they can think of at the wall and use it whether it sticks or not. What you're left with are multiple hastily executed sub-plots jockeying for position, and the result is a jumbled mess. Especially seasons 2 and 3. In comparison, season 1, which started off sloppily but got better as it went along, seems like master story telling.
Season 2 had more story lines than it could keep track of (the alien abduction sub-plot, which was never resolved, was especially frustrating) and while Season 3 started off strongly (thanks in large part to the powerhouse performances of Jessica Lange, Angela Bassett and Kathy Bates, who all but carried the season) it became quickly apparent that the main premise was actually TOO thin to hang the various sub-plots on. Even more stuff is left unresolved and the final episode is particularly anti-climactic.
The only reasons I've stuck with this show so far are, one, Jessica Lange (she brings class to the show just by being in it, not to mention she's a fantastic actress and still quite a head turn despite being in her 60s) and two, because I honestly do see real potential here. If the writers and show-runner could only settle on and fully explore a primary storyline and allow the sub-plots to organically flow from it, instead of trying to cram everything they can think of into every single episode, this would likely be a show worth celebrating.
Seriously, look at all the sub-plots they've thrown in in just these first three seasons. The show has good ideas, it just doesn't fully explore any of them. You can take just about any sub-plot from these first three seasons and flesh it out into an entire season of its own, instead of what the writers do now, which is pay each sub-plot lip service, then toss it aside for other sub-plots they treat the same way.
I looooved season 3! I want to watch them all again now that it's over. Loved that it was about witches and New Orleans. Also found it interesting that they included some real life killers such LaLaurie. But considering it was in New Orleans, a few vampires would have been appropriate.
I hear the next season will be set in a different time period again. Personally, I would love a victorian setting. We shall see.
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^^^So damn behind with it... Gotta get back in. But damn yes DirtyMiss, Victorian would ROCK!!!
I just recently finished the season.With how tired I have been feeling these past few weeks, I've been behind on a lot of shows.
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You can't be as behind as I am, only saw Episodes 1-3.
Hoping to start season two soon. Not a huge fan of season one, but it was enjoyable enough.
Damn gotta get back to Coven, the last season, it's really cool.
Only saw the first few episode of Coven. I'll see it eventually when I buy the season. 1 season away from having the entire series to x-files. American Horror is the next series I plan to start to collect.
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I wish I could get into this, but I saw ep1, season 1 and I wasn't impressed. Haven't been back since.
LOL, I know it's moved on a hell of a lot since then...
Favorite of them all yet is Coven. So freaking intense!!!
One of my favourite shows but season 3 definitely suffered in its final half as a result of so much happening at once. Jumping between major characters, death and not-quite-death, crazy things everywhere. Overwhelming!
But man, that Fleetwood Mac intro to the finale. Ooooh yes!
Can't wait for the next season. Hope they get Dylan McDermott back this time around.
The only thing I liked about Coven, other than Jessica Lange, was Stevie Nicks making an appearance and Lily Rabe as the witch who worshiped Stevie and Fleetwood Mac. And yeah, it definitely could have used McDermott this season; he was what helped make the first two seasons moderately bearable to me. Dude's a really good actor, always has deserved more attention than he gets.
Huh, season 3 was my favorite so far. Then #1 with #2 far, far behind.
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^^^Same here. Such insane stuff going on.
I remember it taking a while for me to fully get into the first season, but looking back I feel it showed the greatest strengths of the series overall. The second season had its ups and downs but I was hooked pretty steadily to it as well.
I could say that the third felt the weakest, but the fanboy inside me won't give in .
Different for me. Season 3 was arguably the best season of AHS imo. Season 1 was bleak and kind of dull , season 2 was a bit of a incoherent mess. Season 3 was just about right. (although misty got screwed)
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Season 4 has been announced. Ryan Murphy tweeted that the new season will be called American Horror Story: Freak Show.
The show has me a little bothered by all the "check out this neat thing" and then...nothing. To be honest, I don't know if I'm still in love with the show, or just Jessica Lange. As LoudLon has (justifiably) stated in the past:
The only constant good thing about the show, IMO, is Jessica Lange. I just wish the material deserved the excellent performances she's been turning in.
Word. Here's to hoping, though.
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I don't know what I would have done with the shopping cart lady. I'm sure I'd have gone for humor first since that's my weapon of choice. It depends upon how dramatic the kid was, how hard the hit was, how the mom looked immediately after, etc. etc.
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This was good and easy to make. The pork was so tender and almost melted in your mouth at the end. I like the spiciness that the red pepper added to the sauce. Will definitely make again.
Pork Tenderloin with Salty-Sweet Glaze
Amber agave nectar lends a light maple note. Tamari is a condiment reminiscent of soy sauce, which makes an acceptable substitute.
Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 3 ounces pork and about 2 teaspoons glaze)
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- Calories: 208
- Fat: 3.9g
- Saturated fat: 1.3g
- Monounsaturated fat: 1.8g
- Polyunsaturated fat: 0.4g
- Protein: 23.9g
- Carbohydrate: 17.9g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 74mg
- Iron: 1.4mg
- Sodium: 344mg
- Calcium: 8mg
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- 2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh ginger
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- Dash of ground red pepper
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°.
- 2. Combine first 5 ingredients in a small saucepan; stir in 1 tablespoon vinegar. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until reduced to 1/4 cup (about 3 minutes). Reserve 2 tablespoons agave mixture; set aside. Keep remaining 2 tablespoons mixture warm in pan.
- 3. Heat a large ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add pork to pan; cook 5 minutes, browning on all sides.
- 4. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Brush pork with 2 tablespoons reserved agave mixture. Bake an additional 5 minutes or until a thermometer registers 155° (slightly pink). Let stand 5 minutes.
- 5. Add remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons vinegar, 1 teaspoon water, and red pepper to remaining 2 tablespoons agave mixture in saucepan. Cut pork crosswise into 1/2-inch slices. Drizzle glaze over pork.
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15 Unfortunate VO Mistakes to Avoid
There are a number of voiceover successes I'm very proud about from this past year. I don't want to gush about anything specific, lest I trigger your sensitivity to bragging.
No, instead, I'm going to share a handful of things that made me smack my head in disbelief. These are my "Oh, yeah… I probably shouldn't do that" moments, those little slices of time that remind me that I'm human, and not above making bonehead mistakes that make my peers say, "You did what!?"
- Using an iPad for script reading in place of paper is a smart, efficient move. Attempting to markup text with a pencil on an iPad is neither smart nor efficient.
- Listening to the always entertaining "NPR Pop Culture Happy Hour" while reviewing scripts will distract me from catching even the most obvious mistakes.
- Rehearsing an audition script while participating in a webinar is a fabulous way to multitask. Note to self: Make sure to mute the microphone when not interacting with the host or other participants. Nobody is interested to hear my practice runs broadcast across the web over the top of a live webinar.
- Listening to classical music empowers me to have uber-focus and smooths occasional pre-session jitters. Rocking out to AC/DC or Nazareth before a recording session is great for getting my pulse pounding; nerves rattling; and ends up being the opening act for multiple takes.
- Tis a bummer to record an award worthy session only to find out no sound was captured. Headphones are useful to verify that my audio gear is in record mode and not playback.
- High winds on Whidbey Island create a bellows effect in my house while recording and treats the diaphragm of my trusty Bluebird like a brown paper bag used for hyperventilation.
- Deep cleaning the house gives me a feeling of accomplishment. Vacuuming, de-cluttering and dusting. I like a clean house. The dusting part is great for setting histamines in motion, giving my voice a nasally, plugged up tone, suitable only for decongestant commercials.
- A thick, all cotton sweatshirt is not only necessary to keep me warm but also acts as an extra sound absorber in my booth, a former wine cellar. The same cannot be said for shirts made of corduroy.
- Contrary to the wishes of one overseas client, no matter how hard I try, I cannot sound "un-American". My auditions sound like me, and I sound like my auditions.
- Comfortable shoes are important for long periods of standing behind the mic. Wearing shoes of various sole or heel heights from one day to the next causes my voice to take on inconsistent characteristics because mic proximity and sweet spot target became victims of my shoe fetish.
- Corks from wine bottles are useful in improving articulation for a lazy mouth. Wine that is aged in the bottle can be delicious. Wine aged on the cork is disgusting. A washed cork is a more agreeable experience.
- Staying hydrated is super important for me. It ensures that dry mouth is significantly reduced and all the parts inside my mouth are well lubed. My keyboard and mouse are not in need of the same attention. A water bottle left in their proximity is a setup for desktop disaster.
- Eating a yummy ham sandwich an hour before a patched session will make me drink 48 ounces of water during the session and cause SEVERE mouth noises. (Sorry Matt!)
- Chewing gum assists in getting rid of cotton mouth. However, while building well defined jaw muscles, it has an adverse affect on fluid mouth movement, making most speaking less articulate.
- Altoids are a great substitute for gum chewing. Chewing one before entering the booth creates minty fresh breath. It also provides my tongue an opportunity for calisthenics as I attempt to remove the crushed Altoid bits from my teeth. Suck, don't chew!
You know you have them. Don't be afraid to share them. What were your "Oh, yeah… I probably shouldn't do that" moments in 2013?
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VoiceWorld Toronto, It's a Voice Conference
You may or may not be a professional voice person but you are somebody who enjoys learning about the biz, right? Otherwise you wouldn't be reading a blog about voiceovers. Now that I have that out of the way, I would like to direct your attention the information below. You'll find details about VoiceWorld Toronto Conference.
This will be a key opportunity for you to meet like minded people, hear from experts that have been doing the voiceover craft for decades and enjoy the beautiful city of Toronto.
Date: Saturday May 4th, 2013
Time: 8:00 am – 5:30pm
Location: Toronto Hilton Hotel
Prepare to be educated, equipped and empowered
- Audition like a pro — understand the do's and don'ts of auditioning in person and online.
- Learn the ins and outs of the voice acting business, and what it takes to be a successful voice-over talent.
- Get into business — explore ways to turn your voice acting talent into a business.
About VoiceWorld Toronto
VoiceWorld, the industry's premier conference, being held in Toronto in 2013, is an immersive experience focused on engaging voice actors from across Canada and the United States. Connect with amazing, influential people who can change your life through courses in artistic development, business and technology preparing you for success in the exciting world of voice acting. A breath of fresh air, VoiceWorld sets out to invigorate and intensify your love for the art of voice acting as never before with an action plan for you to take your business to the next level.
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Find Your Voice-Over Answers in These Five Amazing Books
First, let met point out that books are not dead! While mobile devices like the iPad and Kindle have reshaped the publishing landscape, books are still useful. They offer a wealth of information that's just a page turn away, whether it be digital or physical. While I can dive into the Internet and search for answers, I also like having a book written by a knowledgable expert that's within easy reach.
The reference library for my voice-over business ranges from setting up a home studio to marketing my services. The books I'm sharing with you are what I think are some of the best available for people investigating, starting up on, or successfully working in the voice acting or voice-over business.
"The Art of Voice Acting" Fourth Edition
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James Alburger has earned eleven Emmy Awards, Omni Intermedia Awards, and Silver Microphone Awards for his work as a director and audio producer. He has over 35-years of experience as a performer and in the recording studio. James has condensed his success into a book that every person interested in a voice acting career should read. "The Art of Voice Acting" features chapters that include a business overview, working with copy, auditioning and studio stories. The book includes a CD of demos from top voice-over artists along with exercises to help prepare your body, mind and mouth for optimal performance.
"Voice Actor's Guide to Recording at Home …and on the Road"
Harlan Hogan & Jeffrey P. Fisher
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This was the first book I bought for my voice-over reference library. The duo of Hogan and Fisher do an amazing job of explaining what's needed to set up a home studio that's suitable for recording. They cover hardware, software, production techniques and more. Both authors have had fascinating careers and you get a glimpse of that along with all their helpful information. This book will help get your brain wrapped around the basics of working from a home studio.
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There is something for everyone in this book. Yuri and Tara explain the art of voice-over in a casual but very knowledgeable approach. They draw from a number of years of combined experience with clients that include Disney, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, EA, Activision, Ubisoft, Dell, McDonald's and Budweiser. The book includes a great chapter on warming up your body and vocal path before you audition or perform. I've adopted this into my daily routine.
"Voiceovers: Techniques and Tactics for Success"
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The approach of this book is to train like an athlete. Long time veteran Janet Wilcox breaks down the process into understanding the rules of the game, training, preparing to compete, and discovering your game or what you're good at. Janet has done a great job of making what can be ambiguous in the career path of voice actor more understandable. The included CD features exercises and interviews with top voice-over talent.
"Secrets of Voice-over Success"
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This book is a must read to get insight from the top voice-over pros. Each chapter is written by a professional who candidly shares their life as a voice actor. You'll discover how Jim Dale, the voice of all the Harry Potter books, was in the right place at the right time. Each chapter ends with an industry secret, based on the experiences of the chapter writer. A CD is included, which features the demos used by the book's contributors to get voice-over work. The tragedy of Alzheimer's struck home when Joan's Father was silenced by the disease. Proceeds from the book go to The Alzheimer's Association.
These are five from my library and I'm always looking for more. What books have you found useful in your career as a voice actor?
10 Things to Keep in Mind when Building a Home Studio
Congratulations on making the decision to set up a home recording studio. With your own studio, you can audition for voice over jobs as much as you want, improve your narration abilities and most importantly, be available to your clients for work. There are many options as far as equipment is concerned, and it should be easy to stay within a relatively small budget.
1. Recording Space
The first thing you'll want to do is decide on a location for recording. A smaller space is easier to set up than a larger area and with the right sound absorbing/dampening material, you can create broadcast quality audio. The goal is to remove as much life or echo as possible. This can be done with sound absorbing material such as Auralex. Find a room without windows if you can. A walk-in closet would be perfect.
2. Digital Audio Workstation
Mac or PC? It doesn't matter. I recommend that you use an operating system that you know since there will be a learning curve for understanding how to use recording software. There is no sense adding more to your educational stack by having to learn an unfamiliar operating system and recording software.
3. Computer Audio Interface
To get your voice into your computer, you need a computer audio interface (CAI). A single input is all you need to get started. The Apogee One features a single input interface that's simple to use. Another choice is the MicPort Pro from CEntrance that allows you to convert an XLR microphone to USB. Others to consider include the Fast Track Ultra CAI form M-Audio that will allow input of multiple voices simultaneously. Also take a look at the Lexicon Omega Studio. Since you'll be using a condenser mic, make sure that the CAI you purchase has 48v phantom power.
4. Software
Take a look at Adobe SoundBooth, Audacity (which is free) or use GarageBand if you go with a Mac system. Also on the horizon is Adobe Audition for Mac, which is currently in Beta. You want to record spoken words and get them to a file format that can be used in post production. ProTools is overkill. While it is the standard for experienced musicians and sound engineers, its not well suited for beginners. Keep it simple.
5. Microphone
The Rode mics are great introductory hardware and they do an amazing job. Other mics to consider would be the Audio-Technica 2020 or 2030 and the Blue Bluebird. Since no voice is the same, it's a good idea to audition a variety of mics. Some work better with deep resonating voices, while others do a better job with higher voices. Make sure you get a cardioid pattern condenser mic and pick up a pop filter. If you are buying over the net, check the return policy of the retailer. Order 2 or 3 mics and return the ones that fail your audition.
6. Headphones
There are a number of options for headphones. Consider those from reputable companies such as Sony, Sennheiser, AKG and Audio-technica. If you are purchasing a computer audio interface make sure to purchase one with headphone amps built in. There really isn't a need for a separate headphone amp.
7. Cables
When you purchase your hardware, ask the sales person to set you up with appropriate cables. Monster makes an excellent line with several price points. DO NOT GO CHEAP ON CABLES!!! EVER!!! You'll need cables for mic, monitors and connecting your CAI to your computer.
8. Monitors
Hearing what you recorded should be done with speakers equal to what your audience will be using. If your audience is primarily listening to the audio you create with their computer, then a smaller monitor is all that's needed. Since you're recording spoken word, stereo is not important. Consider self-powered monitors made by Mackie, Behringer, and JBL.
9. Stands
On Stage makes a great line of mic stands. Also consider a music stand to hold your copy while you read. Make sure to purchase solidly built stands.
10. Work Desk
Look for a desk that is comfortable to sit at and will hold all the gear you've purchased for recording. The desk should have a top large enough to accommodate your computer monitor, keyboard, mouse, audio interface and a pair of studio monitors.
This should give you enough information to start thinking about how you'll assemble your home studio. In future posts, I'll go into each one of these areas in more detail.


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The Hampton Historical Society will host a program on the year Hampton was platted at 7 p.m. tonight at Hampton United Methodist Church, 400 2nd Ave.
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The public is invited. Refreshments will be served.
Hampton to celebrate 175th anniversary
The village Hampton will celebrate its 175th anniversary of the platting of the village at Heritage Park on May 25. There will be bounce houses for the kids, roving clowns, food vendors, raffles, prizes and awards. The Heritage Center exhibits will be open for viewing.
Activities include:
7 a.m.: Catfish tournament, registration starts at 6 p.m. Weigh-in is at 1:30 p.m. $15 per person. Cash prizes.
7 to 11 a.m.: Fire department pancake donation. Cost is by donation.
8 a.m. to noon: Registration for Cruise-in Car and Motorcycle Show, judging at 3 p.m. $10 per car. Music by DJ 3D Sound. Dash plaques and can koozies.
10 to 11:30 a.m.: Free kids fishing derby. Bring your own poles and parent.
Noon: Magic by Ricky Eugene on stage.
Noon: Bags tournament. $5 per person.
1 p.m.: Patty from Twisted Bouquet, balloon stage show followed by clown "Daisy Dee."
4 to 6 p.m.: Chuck Murphy Live! acoustical guitar and songs.
7 to 11 p.m.: Live music from Dirt Road Rockers, with dancing.
Two free bounce houses for the kids, roving clown greeters.
United Township band concert Thursday
The United Township High School Music Department will hold its free Spring Band Concert at 7 p.m. Thursday in the school auditorium. The public is invited to hear works by composers such as von Suppe, Ticheli and Sheldon. It also will be Senior Recognition Night. For more information, call 309-752-1646.
Get new books, other items at library sale
The Friends of the River Valley Library will hold its annual spring book sale from 3 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday in the community room at the library, 214 S. Main St., Port Byron. Paperbacks are a quarter, hardcovers are 50 cents, CDs and audiobooks are $1, DVDs are $2 or fill a box with books for $5. For more information, call the library at 309-523-3440.
Take a cooking class in Silvis
The Silvis Public Library, 105 8th St., will host Cooking with Catalina from 5 to 7 p.m. May 22. She will make green mole, green spaghetti and refreshing cucumberwater. The cost to attend is $3, which is due by Friday. Children 12 and older are welcome. To reserve a spot, visit the library or call 309-755-3933.
Learn to attract butterflies to your garden
The Colona Public Library, 911 1st St., will host Flying Flowers In Your Garden at 6 p.m. May 21. Learn about some of the butterflies in our area and the plants they prefer. Learn how to attract butterflies. Handouts will be available to assist in planning and planting.
The program is free and open to the public.
Villagewide yardsales May 17-18 in Cordova
Cordova villagewide yard sales will be May 17 and 18. To get on a map of sales, sign up at the Cordova Library at 309-654-2330. Maps will be available at the library on May 16.
Donated items sought for annual sale
Friends of the River Valley Library, 214 S. Main St., Port Byron, are accepting used books, CDs and DVDS for the group's Spring Book Sale May 16-18. Items can be brought in during regular library hours. For more information, call the library at 309-523-3440.
All Town Garage Sale set in Port Byron
Port Byron is hosting its annual All Town Garage Sale Thursday through Saturday, and Friends of the River Valley Library, 214 S. Main St., Port Byron, is renting 10-by-10 feet spaces all three days for $5 per day. For more information or to reserve a space, call Patty Lindley at 309-737-9948.
Port Byron residents who want to participate in the sale can get their house listed on a map being compiled at the the library. Information must be submitted by May 11. Stop in the library or call 309-523-3440. Maps will be available at the library.
Walmart begins campaign to build hospital
Walmart in Silvis is holding its 2013 Children's Miracle Network fundraising campaign through June 21. It will supportefforts to build a 14-story, 195-bed University of Iowa Children's Hospital, with a state-of-the-art playroom. The campaign includes the sale of popcorn, root beer floats, crafts, a bake sale, hot dogs and bracelet sales.
Attend memorial service at EM VFW
VFW 8890 post and ladies auxiliary, 1810 1st St., East Moline, will hold a memorial service at 6 p.m. May 21.There will be a short prayer service with the roll call of the deceased veterans and auxiliary members and finish with a MIA/POW service. A light supperwill be served afterward. All are welcome.
Volunteers needed for Tug Fest
The Port Byron Tug Fest Committee is seeking volunteers for the annual tug fest on the second weekend in August. Visittugfest.org, call Tammy Knapp at 309-523-2500 or email email@example.com.
Suicide support group now offered
Christian Care now offers a twice monthly support group, "Understanding Suicide: ASAP (Awareness, Support, Action, Prevention),"for people who havecontemplated or attempted suicide, those coping with the suicide of a loved one and those concerned about a loved one.
The meetings are from4 to 5:30 p.m. the first and third Wednesdays of the month at the Christian Care Rescue Mission, 2209 3rd Ave., Rock Island.
The group's goal is to provide education, resources, support and a chance to share and process thoughts and feelings related to suicide.
For more information, call Sharon De Frieze at 309-737-4658, or visit christiancareqc.org. For those in danger, call Christian Care's Crisis Hotline at 309-788-2273.
The nonprofit Christian Care also offers shelter for homeless men and for women and children who have experienced domestic violence.
Grant will help fund wall mural
The Silvis Public Library has received a $900 Quad Cities Arts Dollar$ grant, which will be used to paint a wall mural in the children's department. Young library patrons will work with art teacher Sheryl Schluenz to add a personal touch to the mural.
Jacob's Northeast Park gets upgrades
Jacob's Northeast Park in East Moline has undergone renovations, thanks to a $900,000 Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity grant. Updates include stadium lights for seven fields (10 fields now lighted), dugout covers, concrete bleacher slabs and parking-lot improvements. The renovations are the first phase of a three-phase plan to make the park a sports facility for baseball, softball, soccer and cricket.
Sheet Metal Works Union 91 and the Carpenters' Training Center donated labor for dugout roofs.
More than 600 boys and girls play in East Moline Youth Baseball and ASA Softball leagues at the park, which currently has 13 weekend tournaments scheduled.
Enrollments being taken at Our Lady of Grace
Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy, 603 18th Ave., East Moline, is accepting enrollment for the 2013-2014 school year. For more information, call 309-755-9771, or email email@example.com. Tours can be arranged. The school website is olgca.org.
See Rockford's Japanese Gardens on trip
The Geneseo Garden Club will host a bus trip to Rockford to visit Anderson Japanese Gardens and Klehm Arboretum on June 17. The cost is $45, which includes bus, entrance to both gardens, lunch and snacks. To reserve a spot, email email@example.com, or call 309-944-3958.
Vendors needed for Pickers Paradise sale
Vendors are being sought for a Pickers Paradise sale from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 8, in downtown East Moline. To reserve a space, or for more information, call 309-281-9498.
Neighborhood Watch still active in Watertown
The Watertown Neighborhood Watch group still is active and meets at 6:30 p.m. the second Monday of the month at the East Moline Fire Station at 1523 Morton Drive. There has been some confusion with another organization that recently disbanded. For more information, call 309-752-7115.
Windmill center ready to begin youth tours
Volunteer educators at Fulton's Windmill Cultural Center begin youth tours. This year's theme is "Wheels Around the World." Visitors will learn about traveling across Europe using different modes of transportation, with a cultural and science emphasis adapted to each grade level.
The curriculum is adaptable to ages 6 through adulthood and is open to school groups and other youth organizations. Groups should have one adult sponsor for every 10 children. Tours will be offered weekdays at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. through October. A suggested donation of $1 per student is requested. For a reservation, call Heather Bennett at 815-589-4545, or visit firstname.lastname@example.com.
Ann's seeks highchairs, other household items
Ann's Helping Hand, 805 S. High St., Port Byron, needs beds, sheets, baby boy clothes sizes newborn to 2T, microwaves, a dryer, lawn furniture, an electric wheelchair, XL scrubs, fans, air conditioners, baseball uniforms, cleats and children's outdoor toys.
Store hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday and Friday; 8 a.m. to noon Wednesday; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday; and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. For more information, call Ann at 309-314-5226.
Ann's is a participating charity in the John Deere Classic and Birdies for Charity. Forms are available at the store.
Ann's also is participating in the villagewide yard sales Thursday through Saturday. Hot dogs will be available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday and biscuits and gravy from 8 to 10 a.m. Friday and Saturday, along with bake sale items.
Hampton plans Memorial Day service
A Memorial Day service for veterans of all wars will be held at 10 a.m. May 27 in front of the soldiers' monument at Hampton Village Hall on 1st Avenue and 6th Street. All veterans are invited. After a veteran roll call, there will be refreshments at the Brettum & Black Museum. The event also will mark the season opening of the museum. For more information, call Bev Coder at 309-755-6265.
Memorial Day ceremony set in East Moline
East Moline American Legion Post 227 will host a Memorial Day Ceremony at the 9th Street Commons, 9th Street and 15th Avenue, East Moline, at 1 p.m. May 27. Guest speaker will be William Albracht, a highly decorated Vietnam War veteran. He has received three silver stars, three purple hearts, five bronze stars and other awards for combat valor.
For more information, call Robert J. Baecke at 309-755-3111.
Catch a Cubs game with library friends
Friends of the East Moline Library are sponsoring a bus trip to see the Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds on Aug. 14. The cost is $75 and includes transportation and a game ticket for infield terrace reserved seats. The game is at 1:20 p.m. To reserve a seat, stop by the library at 740 16th Ave., or call the library at 309-755-9614.
Quilting Club raffling themed quilts
The Quilting Club of the East Moline Library is raffling Elvis-themed, military-themed and East Moline-themed quilts. Tickets are $5 or three for $10 and are available at the library. Proceeds will go to the library foundation fund.
Learn to crochet, knit or cross-stitch
Stitching & More meets from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays (except the second Wednesday of each month) in the community room at River Valley Library, 214 S. Main St., Port Byron. For more information, call Bev Skelton at 309-523-2516.
Stamping Club meets in Port Byron
Stamping Club meets from 9 to 11 a.m. the first Friday of each month at River Valley Library, 214 S. Main St., Port Byron.
Share your own creations, and learn new techniques. For more information, call Bev Skelton at 309-523-2516.
River Valley Library offers new database
The River Valley District Library, 214 S. Main St., Port Byron, now offers a Chilton Online Auto Repair Manuals Database. Library patrons can access the manuals from home through the library's website, rivervalleylibrary.org. For the online password, stop by the library or call 309-523-3440.
Christian Motorcyclists gather monthly
Quad Cities Victory Riders No. 421 of the Christian Motorcyclists Association meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of every month at Denny's, 2601 52nd Ave., Moline.
For more information, call Darrell and Sue Abney at 309-949-2040.


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The first book of Anthony Powell's Dance to the Music of Time introduces us to narrator Nicholas Jenkins and a handful of his friends and relations. We meet Stringham and Templer, his roommates at school, and then their officious headmaster Le Bas, who becomes the subject of a prank orchestrated by Stringham. As the young men leave school and head into adulthood, they start to move in different directions, with the cynical Templer taking a finance job in the City. Jenkins summers in France, where he dabbles in unrequited romance and re-encounters another fellow student, the dogged but inelegant Widmerpool. Jenkins returns to England to take a place at university alongside Stringham, who quickly grows disenchanted with academic life and enters the business world with the encouragement of his glamorous mother, brusque stepfather, and Sillery, a don more interested in establishing social and political connections than in teaching. The novel closes as it began, with the appearance of Jenkins' itinerant Uncle Giles, as ever obsessed with the imagined injustice he suffers at his family's hands.
Well, what did you think of it, fellow readers? Hope you liked it—I did. This is intended to be a forum for voices other than my own, so I don't want to monopolize opinion, but I'll get us started by sharing a few thoughts I had as I turned the pages.
The newest season of Downton Abbey began airing in the US just as I was reading the book, and it coincidentally takes place at almost the exact same historical moment that A Question of Upbringing does, the first years of the 1920s. The twin subjects of the television show are society's elite and the servants who support them, so it was interesting that Powell's novel mainly covered the experiences of the more middling classes, relatively speaking. It occurred to me that Jenkins, the narrator of QU, comes from approximately the same milieu as Downton's Matthew Crawley. Before the latter inherits vast wealth and a title, of course.
One of the things I most enjoyed about the book was Powell's understated humor, as on page 21 when the narrator says, "I spoke more about Stringham, but Uncle Giles had come to the end of his faculty for absorbing statements about other people." Such an apt, devastating way to sum up Giles' solipsism. Even though QU is full of meditative insight about human psychology, it also contains many scenes of what could be played as broad, even slapstick, comedy, as when Jenkins misdirects a declaration of love toward his landlady instead of the sweet young thing he's had his eye on. As Powell handles it, the description is dry and self-mocking, and all the more hilarious.
I'll be curious to see how the series develops from here, and how many of the characters we meet in the first book reappear in Jenkins' life. Clearly, some relatively minor figures will, and others who briefly play vivid, seemingly important roles won't. That's a very lifelike quality, I find. The odd, inscrutable Widmerpool will certainly be seen again. After he leads the Scandinavian tennis opponents to rapprochement for motives that are unclear to Jenkins, the narrator says, "Even then I did not recognise the quest for power," and I noted, "More of Widmerpool anon."
Jenkins himself is probably the most fascinating figure in the book despite how little we really learn about him. He's at the center of all the action without taking the center of the stage, and is almost staunchly noncommittal in attitude throughout. He seems to have a chameleon-like ability to convince others he's on their side even when their points of view are diametrically opposed. Is he of Stringham's party or Templer's? Or neither? Does he laugh along when Stripling concocts plots to torment Farebrother or frown? It's hard for us to tell, and it's hard to tell whether Jenkins knows his own mind about these things.
For me, the narrator's most emblematic moment of detachment occurs on page 57, when he and Stringham discuss Templer's suitability for domestic life. Stringham asserts that Templer has none, and asks, "You agree?" to which Jenkins merely replies, "I see what you mean." It's a very non-confrontational, Seattle-style response. Sympathy for everyone is ideal in a fictional narrator, but I suspect it's a detriment in the real world.
But enough of what I think. It's your turn. Do you agree or disagree? Don't just say, "I see what you mean." You can react to what I've said or raise a topic of your own. (Those of you who read these posts in your email will want to click the headline at the top of the message to go to our blog site where you can leave a comment.) As an incentive for you to participate, the generous people at University of Chicago Press have agreed to donate some copies of the subsequent volumes in the series. I'll be randomly choosing winners from among the comments, so if you'd like a FREE BOOK, speak up. Comments will remain open until our next Dance to the Music of Time post (and beyond, if you want to keep talking), so keep the conversation going.
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Core Paranormal New Zealand— February 1, 2014
With Jerry off on some kind of assignment (probably only saving some family from demons) co-host Julie Schnider takes control of Global Paranormal Radio to speak with the folks at CORE Paranormal NZ.
Core Paranormal NZ we are based in Palmerston North New Zealand and we investigate all over the country, our group was formed early January 2009.
To date we are seven strong
Hi my name is George Shiels along with my wife Crissy we formed our group in January 2009.
We were having some issues prior to then that seemed to fit into the paranormal slot, and this strange activity was not going away, and it was driving us made and particularly my step daughter Victoria nuts, we did contact a local paranormal group several times that were based here in Palmerston North back in 2009, but they were not interested in helping us they didn't even call around, even though they were 5 minutes away.
So it became obvious that we were going to have to take this on by ourselves as a family, we had no idea at the time what to do so we read books, watch videos and visited web sites to see what equipment we would need, also how to use it, and today we have built our equipment up to very large arsenal of investigational hardware of all sorts, over the last five years we have been very active helping individuals, families and larger commercial investigation at no cost to the client, Our services are free there are no hidden costs.
The way I George and Crissy look at this is: When we asked for help and did not get it and we were gutted about that, the thought of this happening to someone else is disturbing to us and our team. We turn no one away within reason, and if someone is too far away we are in contact with other trustworthy groups that might be closer to them, we stay involved until the other group makes contact with the client.
Even though we are very well equipped technology wise, our best tool is our team, they are a great bunch and get along with each other, and they know what is expected of them on investigation and they do it well, I would not change any of them and each member has there stand out quality's on investigations, and that helps keep balance and focus when we are investigating and viewing data.
The past 5 years have been a real learning curve for us all in the team, and it has helped us develop the techniques that work for us and we use today, also a better understanding on approaching the word of the paranormal.
Our Crew members to date are:
Crisstina Researcher and first person contact, Team Leader
George Investigator, technology, Team Leader
Victoria Investigator, Sensitive
Catherine Investigator, Great with a camera
Brenda Investigator, Sensitive
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In the futuristic world of Celta, honor, tradition and family bonds are vital to the survival of a people. With her Heart books, Owens has built a complex society whose traditions can work to the benefit or detriment of her protagonists. The complex social structure and rich dialogue, not to mention the comedic element of the FamCats, combine to make her latest top-flight reading. The hero's determination to protect his mate, even at the cost of his own happiness, gives this story emotional punch.
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We also reported last week that Bruce Willis is confirmed to star as the "super villain" of The Expendables 2. That report also indicated shooting would take place later this year.
The Expendables 2 was released August 17th, 2012 and stars Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, Jet Li, Dolph Lundgren, Chuck Norris, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Bruce Willis, Arnold Schwarzenegger. The film is directed by Simon West.


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In case you missed it from the weekend, former Michigan quarterback Denard Robinson was selected Saturday in the fifth round of the NFL draft, taken by the Jacksonville Jaguars as the 135th pick overall.
The Jaguars said they drafted Robinson to play running back and return kicks and not as a receiver, a position he was tested at for the NFL Combine. The Lions apparently were close to choosing Robinson with reports that had he fallen two more slots in the draft, he would have remained in Michigan with Detroit, which had the 137th overall pick. As it turned out, the Lions traded that selection to the Seahawks for two later picks.


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UPDATE: 10:25 a.m.Accused killer Steven Lawayne Nelson has taken the witness stand to testify in his own defense in the brutal suffocation death of Arlington pastor Clint Dobson.Surrounded by sheriff's deputies and with his shackles concealed from jurors, Nelson began his testimony speaking clearly and directly to his attorneys, Bill Ray and Steve Gordon.Nelson was warned outside the presence of the jury that he could also be asked about being accused of hanging of a jail inmate and other incidents.-Dianna HuntUPDATE: 10 a.m.Accused killer Steven Lawayne Nelson sent incriminating text messages from his cellphone the day after the killing of an Arlington pastor."I did some s*** the other day, cuz," he texted to an unknown cell phone number, according to phone records. "I f***** up, cuz. Real bad.'"The texts were read for jurors by prosecutor Page Simpson over the objection of defense attorney Bill Ray. And with that, the prosecution rested its case against Nelson, 25, charged with capital murder in the brutal suffocation death of pastor Clint Dobson, 28, of NorthPointe Baptist Church.The evidentiary portion of the trial is expected to end today, with closing arguments likely to be held Monday before state District Judge Mike Thomas.-Dianna HuntArlington pastor Clint Dobson struggled violently with his attacker and was likely knocked unconscious by severe blows to the head, Tarrant County medical examiner Nizam Peerwani told jurors Friday in the capital murder trial of Steven Lawayne Nelson.Peerwani testified that Dobson died, however, after a plastic bag was placed so tightly over his head that his last breaths sucked the bag into his mouth.Nelson, 25, is standing trial on capital murder in the death of Dobson, 28. Dobson was beaten, bound and suffocated with a plastic bag during a robbery of NorthPointe Baptist Church in north Arlington. Church secretary Judy Elliott was severely beaten and left for dead but survived.Prosecutors Bob Gill and Page Simpson are expected to wrap up their case today, with closing arguments likely to begin on Monday.Defense attorneys Bill Ray and Steve Gordon have suggested during questioning that another man committed the killing, but prosecutors have presented evidence showing that he had an alibi for the hours during which the crimes occurred.Testimony has been continuing all week before State District Judge Mike Thomas.-Dianna Hunt
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