A special edition of On The Flipside featuring the Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders Auditions. I sat on the judges panel this year and had a blast…and this video is only a SMALL glimpse into what the ladies go through to make the squad! BTW…the intros were shot from my balcony, so yes, that’s the view from my room! For more On The Flipside, visit http://ontheflipsidetv.com
Funny People
Two screenings of a pair of comedy’s in 2 days! I’m happy to say that “Funny People” is FUNNY. There are lots of good laughs and the story makes sense, plus since there are so many comedians in it and it’s about their everyday lives (in a way) I also felt like I was sitting at a comedy club. Myspace makes a cameo in the movie, as do Rza, Eminem (Hip-Hop is EVERYWHERE!) and Ray Romano, to mention a few names…but let me not forget James Taylor – one of my Dad’s all-time favorite musicians, very cool and FUNNY to see him pop up! One of the things I loved most about the movie, besides the jokes, wit and sarcasm, is how the story had a heart and I could relate to the characters and situations. Don’t tell anyone, but I think I’m gonna go work on my “standup” now! haha
Fuerza Bruta
“Fuerza Bruta” is getting lots of notice in Miami. The best way to explain it is, it’s a SHOW…music, dance, imagination, real life, just very CREATIVE! It is from Argentina and has traveled the world… Last week I was lucky enough to be part of it, well sort of…I got an exclusive chance to learn the “mylar” portion of the show with cast members. It’s basically sliding and floating around in a shallow pool of water with a clear bottom so the audience looks up at you – they even put me in official “Fuerza Bruta” costume! 😀 Let me tell you…that was CRAZY!! It was very intimidating since I saw the show prior to my participation and didn’t know what to expect, but the ladies put me at ease and showed me how to flow and push my hips to glide along in the water! The funniest part was having to put my face in the water and open my eyes…I just kept thinking…I’m wearing contacts! haha Then all that falling and smashing against the mylar floor to make noise. I think I got a little whiplash with a headache, since I’m not used to falling on my face and it is pretty intense when it’s all new to you! All in all it was so much fun and I felt very privileged to be the only press person to experience it first hand…plus it is a great, FUN show..I highly recommend it! http://fuerzabruta.com
The Goods: Live Hard, Sell Hard
So, because Jeremy Priven is a friend of a friend…well actually he’s a friend of two friends, but anyway…I got a call from him yesterday to come check out his new movie “The Goods” for the Miami screening. I got an email, then a call, followed by a text…I felt “kida sorat special.” 🙂 Funny movie…sort of makes selling cars look attractive! haha I thought about my own trips to the car dealership to shop for cars, and as a female, we’re always worried we’re gonna get ripped off! The characters in the film are fun to watch and the movie makes for a nice “ride” (pun intended) and the comedic cast includes Will Ferrell, plus a couple of our favorite characters from The Hangover as well!
Right after the screening ended Jeremy actually came out and did a Q&A session with the audience, and it was insightful for me to hear what “the people” want to ask, because usually I am the one asking the questions! Anyway, I did get to speak with him briefly as he walked out of the theater, but it was like a “gang bang” with all the fans and their cameras and phones rushing him – sacurrrrity!!! So, I didn’t bother to get OUR picture and sorry GG…I didn’t get to talk to him about WWE Raw either…next time!
Blok TV
I posted a couple weeks ago about being a special guest host for BlokTV out of NYC while they were visitng South Florida…well, here’s the video for my interviews at Ace Hood’s “Ruthless” album release signing at Best Buy in Pembroke Pines. Check out Ace Hood, Def Jam South’s DJ Khaled and WEDR’s Lorenzo “Ice Tea” Thomas!
SYTYCD
Last weekend I had a chance to relieve some stuff during a master dance workshop being taught by So You Think You Can Dance – season 4 finalist – Courtney Galino. It was anything but easy…there’s a lot of rust around these parts, but nonetheless it was fun and really I was there to do a story for Deco! I was sore about half this week…but I’m good now. Anyway, Courtney is also a former NY Knicks City dancer, so it’s always fun for me to meet other pro team dancers, and she’s so sweet and such an AMAZING dancer! And, it is so wonderful to see all these new opportunities for dancers opening up in the mainstream and getting the recognition that’s well-deserved!
Hard Rock’s Got Talent
This week I had the pleasure of judging a talent show featuring employees at the Seminole Hard Rock Casino in Hollywood, Fl at “Paradise Live”…I was the guest “celebrity” judge! At any rate, I had a great time…lots of singers and a comedian. They really went all out with costuming and props and what I learned is that the Hard Rock helps all the particpants out with whatever they need to make their act as best they can…costumes, props, music, etc…
I think I was the “simon” of the bunch went it came to scoring…lol But, I think after judging and hosting, even participating in numerous dance/cheer competitions, pageants, etc… I definitely have high standards…and I think my judgement is right on!
Anyway, the productionwas well-organized, they even had “Beetlejuice” as a co-host.
From here, the winners of each of the regional Hard Rock’s will all come back in a couple weeks to compete for a grand prize..yes it’s CASH!!! Not bad, sort of makes me want to work at the Hard Rock, although I probaly wouldn’t be entering a talent show, but it is such a nice thing that they do for their employees.
Anyhow, I’ll be hosting the next competition..it’s probably better because deciding who wins the big bucks can be stressful! BTW..that’s me and Carlos – Hard Rock Sacurrrrrity!!
Pretty Wings
Pollo Tropical is now serving grilled chicken wings and it became my assignment to take them to the masses and see what “the people” think! And, in Deco style I suited up with my own set of *Pretty Wings* (VS Angel style) and a couple wingmen to do the taste tests on Miami Beach… In my opinion the wings are really good without dipping sauce, I’m all about ranch though (even though that’s not tropical). lol I love their Mango Tropichiller too! Sorry West Coast…no Pollo Tropical for you.