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[Dec. 19th, 2010|03:09 am] |
Hey all:
Welcome to the first portal for my cooking show, 'Chic Magnet.' Admittedly, it's a bit of a low-brow production, but until I get picked up by a carrier who actually finds this shit useful, this is how it's gonna be!
Before you begin, make sure that your computer is capable of watching Windows Media Video (WMV) files. To do that, you'll need either the latest edition of Windows Media Player, or an all-in-one client like the VLC Media Player.
When you're all done, I'd appreciate a little feedback on what you thought of the show, and how I can make things better; ideas for the next show, accessibility issues, the whole nine yards.
And last, but not least: I don't have sponsors, free equipment, or even my own place. All of the funds that go into the production of this program are out of my own pocket. I intend on keeping this service free for everyone who sees it, because hey; no matter what anyone tells you, good food should be accessible to everyone, including your average layperson. If I educated, entertained, or even edutained you and you're willing to part with a few of your hard-earned dollars, I'd be lying if I said I didn't appreciate it.
Your donations help me out with things like:
a) Webspace and bandwidth, so I can keep this thing on-air
b) Food product, so I have something to show you
and other things which I'm sure are part of the process, but haven't quite realized as of yet.
So anyways, keep those knives sharp and I hope it's as fun for you to watch, as it's been for me to produce.
Cheers,
Jonny
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[Jun. 15th, 2006|12:11 am] |
Hey y'all:
Long time, no see; my dearest apologies. I've been a little...shall we say...preoccupied...?
I'm leaving Calgary in about twelve hours to go on one of those crazy trips to a foreign, exotic land! I'll be back 'round the end of the month, and all I will tell you is that this trip requires me to travel across an ocean.
Weee!
I'm excited!
If I can get a hold of some extra tapes while I'm over there, I'll be sure to do up some cooking on the road for you, alright?
In the meantime, keep those knives sharp, and I'll see you back in the kitchen.
Jonny
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[May. 22nd, 2006|02:01 am] |
So I was all ready to start a rippin' lost footage, when I noticed that there are a few tapes from the stack (which I thought was complete.) So, much to my chagrin, my super special project won't be up for awhile; at least, not until I find those tapes!
Jonno
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[May. 19th, 2006|09:55 pm] |
Hey y'all:
Life's been busy busy these days, what with all the work I've had lined up for me. Fortunately, my superiors have given me 48 hours off to rest, recuperate, and drink as much beer as possible before heading into the long grind.
As a token of my gratitude to you, faithful viewers, here's a double-header.
You like pie, don't you?
(WMV, 40.1 MB)
BEER! How could you not love that?
(WMV, 59.2 MB)
This concludes the official 'Chic Magnet' production season for the year. 'Chic Magnet,' in its current form, will not run again until some time in September, but I just can't leave you hanging.
Spring, summer transitional dishes, for those hot summer days, or cool spring nights, whatever you want to call 'em...
(Trust me, I'll keep you well informed!)
I'm also going to work very, very hard, on something very, very special, and with luck I'll have it up by Monday. I've juiced up with Red Bull and am more than ready for some ripping and editing.
In the meantime, you know what to do: keep those knives sharp, keep on keepin' on, and I'll see you back in my kitchen.
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[Apr. 24th, 2006|07:19 pm] |
Hey y'all:
So...I'm back! At least for now. Here's the latest episode:
(Full Video, 73.1 MB)
Ready for a good news, bad news announcement?
The good news is that I'll hopefully be getting the next two episodes up in the next few weeks; on time, this time.
The bad news is that I'll be closing out the season with these next two episodes. I just don't have the time right now, and hopefully I'll have all of those quirks worked out next season.
And, for more good news!
I'm going to be tinkering around with a short summer series! It'd be a shame if I didn't celebrate summer in my favorite way; fresh, summery cooking.
Keep on keepin' on!
Jonny
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[Mar. 26th, 2006|04:06 pm] |
Hey y'all:
You've probably been wondering where I've been for the past few weeks. The simple answer, is that Real Life has reared it's ugly head and taken a big bite out of my freshly baked pizza.
I really haven't had time to work on the latest three episodes of the show, due to time constraints; next week is looking even bleaker! I'm looking at between 30 to 40+ hours of variable shift work; I honestly have no idea when I'll have time to pump out the next show.
The finances aren't looking so good either; I've been living off of overdraft protection for a few weeks, with just enough left in the tank to take care of my computer payment and Red Cross donation.
So, as soon as I get these (and other issues) sorted out, I'll be back with a vengeance.
Wow, I'm so tired.
Jon |
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[Mar. 20th, 2006|01:39 pm] |
Hey y'all:
Whoops.
Yeah.
'Winter Blues' is actually Episode 11.
Crap.
Anyhoo.
I'll rename it later! |
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[Mar. 17th, 2006|01:49 am] |
Hey y'all!
Here's another fun-filled, edutaining episode for your viewing pleasure!
When you want a little more than a warm hug on a cold winter's day.
(~42 minutes, WMV, 101 MB)
- Curried Butternut Squash and Apple Soup with Maple Syrup, and Chive Sour Cream
- Cinnamon Bread Pudding with Orange Caramel Sauce
Again, many many apologies for not having this guy out earlier. Things have just been frazzling around here and I haven't had much time to myself, even with the hiatus! But, I'll keep on a pumpin' the episodes out just as quick as I can.
I hope to have the next episode out on Wednesday, March 22nd, with a season-appropriate dish that should speak directly to the heart of the red-blooded male: I'm not talking about steak, or pork rinds, or even the mighty cheeseburger: I'm talking about the almighty meatball sub, complete with tips on how to make a soft, fluffy puff of goodness as opposed to something that you feel you could bang around a squash court for a few hours.
Anyways, it's pretty late and a certain someone will more than likely tell me to go to bed, so I shall.
In the meantime, keep those knives sharp, keep on keepin' on, and I'll see you again in my kitchen.
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