One of these kids is not like the other!

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Thursday, February 28th, 2008 @ 12:34PM

Can't we all just get along

There is an interesting phenomenon that exists among entertainers.  Everyone likes who they know and are immediately suspicious of anyone who might try and be a part of their group.  I dont think this intentional, or perhaps, being naive I hope that it isnt intentional.  I think it is a matter of trust.  I felt this when I first started working with Radio From Hell, it seemed like I was on the outside of the chain link fence looking through at all the cool kids playing but I wasnt allowed to climb the fence and play.  Even now, I will occasionally feel that way.

However…....

That is not the reason for this post.  Last night I went to my comedy class in Provo.  Several of these people have been doing Improv Comedy together for years. These people didnt pay attention to the things I was saying, started talking while I was on the stage, ignoring everything that I did and if not ignored I was mocked for what I did. Granted, I dont expect to have an immediate relationship, but I do expect to be treated with respect.  I am not sure if it is insecurity on their part to let someone in or if they just genuinely dont like me.  Whatever it be….I dont like it. 

RT

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Who do you look like?

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Thursday, February 28th, 2008 @ 12:09AM

Better to recognized than revolting.

Throughout my life I have never really been told that I look like someone famous.  I have only ever been told that I look like Eric Stoltz, who, by the way plays a lot of supporting roles in a bunch of movies that no one ever watches.
Today I get a phone call from my gf (Booster) and she tells me that her mom finally figured out who it was that I look like.  She didnt remember until she saw this persons obituary.  I feel for the Thomas family and mean no disrespect by placing this picture in the blog.  But, I think her mom may be right.  I think whoever this Mr. Thomas was he and I might be related.  He is not famous, to my knowledge anyway, but it is fun to know that I have a look alike out there.

I shouldn’t complain I guess.  I have a friend who really looks a lot like Steve Buscemi (Con-Air and Fargo)

RT
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Represent!

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Tuesday, February 26th, 2008 @ 3:51PM

Fellowship of the Hell

So, I am looking forward to representing Radio From Hell a couple of times this week.  Tonight (Tues) I am giving a tour for a YMCA group through our station.  I think it is one of those “Show us what a radio station is like” kind of things.  I always enjoy that.  It is fun to have people peek behind the curtain and see what things are really like.  Also, it is fun to see the excitement people have for radio and encourage it.  That is one of the things that made me want to get into radio.

Growing up I was in a ward with someone who worked at KSOP. I remember going on a tour of a radio station.  We got to go in and actually be on the radio!  It was the coolest thing ever!  It wasnt one of those moments where I said this is what I want to do and made up my mind then and there.  It was just something that I remember.

The second chance I have to represent RFH is this Friday at the…..are you ready for this?  The Spanish Fork High School Career Fair!!!!!! Wahoo.  I get to speak to students about how cool working radio is and even further how cool it is to work here at X96.  Spanish Fork will be fun place.  The last time I did a career fair I met Kurt Hale (and subsequently got to be in Singles 2nd Ward) So who knows what may or may not come from this career fair.  The thing is, I just really likely talking to kids.  High school or college kids who think they might want to get into radio.  Thats why I love giving kids a chance with internships and I will never pass up an opportunity to speak to kids about my passions.  (ok that last part sounded pretty gay)

Wish me luck!

RT
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Who is this person?

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Monday, February 25th, 2008 @ 1:45PM

Maybe a new segment on the Radio From Hell show?

I love having a cell phone.  Believe it or not I was of the last to conver to having a cell phone when I was in college.  I didnt trust them or something.  I now cant even remember the day when I didnt have a cell phone or how I survived without one.  I love being able to text people when I am in a meeting, play some online games if I am bored, and Oh yeah, talk on the phone to people when I am in my car or other places that I normally wouldnt be able to talk.  The only bad thing that I can think of about having a cell phone is that sometimes I just put names in my phone thinking that I will remember the person. Only to look back a month or two later and think to myself.  Dave? Who is Dave?  When did I talk to a Dave? and why can’t I remember him now?  This happened to me yesterday.  I had a text message conversation for probably 45 mins before I finally figured out who it was that I was talking to.  Might this be a fun segment for the show.  Have people bring their phones with people that they dont know and call them up?

RT
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Being “That” Guy

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Thursday, February 21st, 2008 @ 12:56PM

I always want to be "That" guy"

Last night I went down to Provo for my being funny classes. On the way back my friend Rob suggested we stop in Pleasant Grove to see his friend Shelley.  So we did. 

* A little back information about Shelley is that a freind of the program sugested to Shelley that she should figure out a way to meet me cause we are a perfect match. One of those “He’s Mormon, your Mormon, it’s perfect!” kind of deals.  Shelley quickly let her friend know that she had met me already and was not at all interested.

Back to the story.  So at this apt in PG I finally got a chance to be that guy.  My buddy Rob is single, but I am not.  I had no inhibitions and could say whatever I wanted because I was not trying to impress.  The worse I made myself look, the better I made my friend Rob look.  I think I provided a new perspective for these girls.  The “Man am I glad I am not dating that guy” perspective is a valuable lesson for all you ladies out there. I was able to be that guy last night. 

After all if you didnt have to impress anyone wouldnt you wear a toilet bowl costume?

RT
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