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ALAN BERG TV SHOW CLIP (1982)

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Alan Berg, controversial radio talk show host, briefly hosted a TV program in Denver in the early 80s. This clip features Tom Martino, a loc...

I can hear you…. Samsung warns customers to not discuss private matters near ‘smart’ TV sets

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Samsung is warning owners of its SmartTVs to not discuss personal matters when within range of the device’s microphone, as the TV is const...

Nader: TV Networks Give Trump a "Free Ride" on Public Airwaves & Cash In on the Election

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http://democracynow.org - We speak with consumer advocate and former third-party presidential candidate Ralph Nader about presumptive Repub...

E-Cigarettes: Second-hand Smoke, Vaping, and the Price of FDA Regulations

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Watch Next: Extended interview with NJOY CEO Craig Weiss!nhttp://reason.com/reasontv/2013/10/29/njoy-ceo-our-product-is-as-much-a-cigarnnEle...

Watch Next: Extended interview with NJOY CEO Craig Weiss!nhttp://reason.com/reasontv/2013/10/29/njoy-ceo-our-product-is-as-much-a-cigarnnElectronic cigarettes are creating a frenzy among politicians, health experts, and the media. Local bans on using e-cigarettes indoors are popping up all over the country, and many interest groups are clamoring for top-down FDA regulations, which are expected to be released in the coming weeks.nn"E-Cigarettes currently exist in a complete no-man's land," says Heather Wipfli, associate director for the USC Institute for Global Health. Skeptics such as Wipfli worry about the lack of long-term data available because the product is so new.nnBut according to the Consumer Advocates for Smoke-Free Alternatives Association's Greg Conley, calls for regulation are "a perverse interpretation of the precautionary principle." The precautionary principle holds that until all possible risks are assessed, new technologies shouldn't be allowed to move forward.nnConley points to preliminary studies, like this one from Drexel University, which confirm these smokeless, tobacco-less, tar-less products are not a cause for concern - or at least not a cause for the same concerns that accompany traditional cigarettes and second-hand smoke. nn"That [Drexel University] professor concluded that there was absolutely no worry about risks to bystanders from e-cigarette vapor," says Conley.nnThe ingredients of e-cigarettes certainly have very little in common with tobacco cigarettes. Nicotine, the only ingredient found in both products, is mainly used to wean smokers off traditional cigarettes and is not one of the harm-inducing ingredients associated with lung cancer in smokers. The other ingredients in the "e-juice" at the core of e-cigarettes are propylene glycol, vegetable glycerin, and food flavorings— all of which are used in other food products.nn"All we are doing is steaming up food ingredients to create a vapor," says Ed Refuerzo, co-owner of The Vape Studio in West Los Angeles. The Vape Studio is one of the many boutique e-cigarette shops popping up that might be significantly affected or even shut down by both local legislation and FDA regulations.nnConley says it's the currently unregulated customizability of the e-juice that allows these small businesses to thrive. "The availability of liquids is what is allowing a lot of these small stores to open and prosper because they are able to mix their own liquid and sell it to consumers without having to go through a big manufacturing process," says Conley.nnThe higher costs of complying with regulations would most likely be passed on to consumers, which would impact people who are looking towards e-cigarettes as an effective way to quit smoking. nn"We're using technology, and that's what we do in America, we use technology to solve really complicated problems," says Craig Weiss, president and CEO of NJOY. NJOY is a leading manufacturer of electronic cigarettes - and a donor to Reason Foundation, the nonprofit that publishes Reason TV. Weiss says that despite regulations, the potential of the industry is only just starting to be realized. nn"The electronic industry is growing at quite a dramatic pace. It's more than doubled each of the last four or five years," says Weiss. "This piece of technology could have such an potential impact on the world." nnAbout 6 minutes.nnWritten and produced by Tracy Oppenheimer, who also narrates. Camera by Oppenheimer, Zach Weissmueller, Jim Epstein and Anthony Fisher.nnMusic by:nnmGee, "Days Of The Forgotten"nRadio Shock, "Robotic Beatdown"nJean Marc Delrieux, "Investigate"nnGo to http://reason.com/archives/2013/10/29/the-truth-about-e-cigarettes/1 for downloadable versions and subscribe to ReasonTV's YouTube Channel for notifications when new material goes live. Less

Erin Brockovich: After Chemical Spill, West Virginians Organizing "Stronger Than I've Ever Seen"

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http://www.democracynow.org - West Virginia has begun partially lifting its ban on tap water five days after a chemical spill in the Elk Riv...

http://www.democracynow.org - West Virginia has begun partially lifting its ban on tap water five days after a chemical spill in the Elk River. More than 300,000 residents have been unable to use their water for drinking, cooking or bathing since Thursday, when the company Freedom Industries leaked up to 7,500 gallons of 4-methylcyclohexanemethanol (Crude MCHM), an agent used in coal extraction, into the water supply. Scores of schools and businesses have been closed, including in the state capital, Charleston. The ban has been lifted in four zones so far, but is still in effect for a vast majority of residents. Dozens of people have been hospitalized since the spill, with symptoms including nausea, vomiting, dizziness, diarrhea, rashes and reddened skin. We get reaction from Erin Brockovich, the renowned environmentalist, consumer advocate and legal researcher. While a single mother of three working as a legal assistant, she helped win the biggest class-action lawsuit in American history, holding the California power company Pacific Gas & Electric Company for polluting a city's water supply. Her story was told in the Oscar-winning film "Erin Brockovich." Today, Brockovich and her team are investigating the spill in West Virginia. On Monday evening, she held a town hall meeting in Charleston to discuss the spill with local residents. "They're banding together stronger than I've ever seen before," Brockovich says of West Virginians self-organizing in the spill's aftermath.nnPlease consider supporting independent media by making a donation to Democracy Now! today, visit http://owl.li/ruJ5Q. nnDemocracy Now!, is an independent global news hour that airs weekdays on 1,200+ TV and radio stations Monday through Friday. Watch it live 8-9am ET at http://www.democracynow.org.nnFOLLOW DEMOCRACY NOW! ONLINE:nFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/democracynow nTwitter: @democracynow nSubscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/democracynow nListen on SoundCloud: http://www.soundcloud.com/democracynow nDaily Email News Digest: http://www.democracynow.org/subscribe nGoogle+: https://plus.google.com/+DemocracyNownInstagram: http://instagram.com/democracynownTumblr: http://democracynow.tumblrnnPlease consider supporting independent media by making a donation to Democracy Now! today, visit http://www.democracynow.org/donate/YT Less

Nader on Senate's Climate Stance, "Insanity" of U.S. Nukes, & Why Obama's Min. Wage Hike Falls Short

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http://www.democracynow.org - Ralph Nader, the longtime consumer advocate, corporate critic, and former presidential candidate, joins us to ...

Ralph Nader on What was Missing in President Obama's State of the Union Address

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http://democracynow.org - Much of President Obama's State of the Union address focused on the economy and efforts to bolster the middle clas...

Ralph Nader: Sanders Should Stay in Democratic Race, Is Only Losing Due to Anti-Democratic System

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http://democracynow.org - Polls have opened in West Virginia, where Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton are vying for the 29...

Nader: Trump is a Freeloading, Pontificating Empty Suit Who Has Cheated on Everything He's Done

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http://democracynow.org - As The New York Times reports Donald Trump received at least $885 million in New York City tax breaks for his rea...

50 Years After Vehicle Safety Victory, Ralph Nader Talks "Silent Violence" by Corporations

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http://democracynow.org - Our guest is longtime consumer advocate Ralph Nader, author of the groundbreaking 1965 book, "Unsafe at Any Speed...

Comics June 11, 2014 - First Impressions

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FIRST IMPRESSIONS [FI] Every week we hope to bring you our literal, initial thoughts and ratings on comics (mainly), video games, TV shows, ...

FIRST IMPRESSIONS [FI] Every week we hope to bring you our literal, initial thoughts and ratings on comics (mainly), video games, TV shows, music, film, books, theatre, maybe food, clothes, and anything else, both familiar and unfamiliar. SPOILER ALERT ACTIVATED! nnThis week from Carl Li and Jaysen Headley:nnCOMICS June 11th, 2014 - First Impressionsn0:21 WHAT WE BOUGHT THIS WEEK [Impulse/Blind Buys]n0:24 Armor Hunters #01 [Valiant] BLIND BUYn0:34 Batman Eternal #10 [DC] 7.3/8.0 SOLID BUYn1:13 Deadly Hands of Kung Fu #01 [Marvel] 7.3/7.0 IMPULSE BUYn2:26 Empty Man #01 [BOOM!] 8.5/8.5 IMPULSE BUYn3:38 Figment #01 [Marvel] 8.0/9.5 IMPULSE BUYn4:34 Infinity Man & the Forever People #01 [DC] 7.6/3.0 IMPULSE BUYn5:54 Justice League United #02 [DC] 8.5/8.5 SOLID BUYn7:04 Lumberjanes #03 [BOOM!] 9.5 SOLID BUYn7:44 Marvel All-New Young Guns 2014 [Marvel] FREEn7:52 Rat Queens #4 [Image] 8.5 SOLID BUYn8:38 Shutter #3 [Image] 9.0/9.0 SOLID BUYn9:39 That's Because You're A Robot 1-Shot [Image] 7.2/7.0 IMPULSE BUYn10:29 Wildfire #1 [Image] 8.5/9.5 IMPULSE/SOLID BUYn11:45 X-O Manowar #25 [Valiant] BLIND BUYnnLike, Subscribe and comment below: nLet us know your thoughts and suggestions. Is there something you'd like us to check out next, even if it's old? Did you read, see, play, or hear anything we reviewed?nnLearn more about Carl Li at www.carlkli.wordpress.com & @carlklinAnd more about Jaysen Headley at Twitter.com/Kookamungakatn----------------------------------nWhy First Impressions [FI]?nThere's value to creators and industries to know what truly comes across and what doesn't, initially, for for those familiar and not familiar with what's being reviewed. Products don't always have the benefits of an established brand/name and hype attached, and with an over saturation of product, consumers don't have the luxury to give everything a first chance, let alone a fair chance. Brand/name recognition factor alone isn't enough either, though it'll help with it's initial launch, but beyond that, in my opinion, regardless of brand/name recognition, there are certain factors (ie. for comics, including cover, story, art and hype), that are very important for a product have in order to GRAB the consumer right off the bat on multiple levels (ie. impulse, point of purchase buys, with just 1 issue), to ensure they will continue to support and invest in it long term.n---------------------------------------------------------nCOMICS FIRST IMPRESSIONS FORMATnWhat we got this weeknLiteral First ImpressionsnGeneral thoughts (likes/dislikes)nWhat we think might happen nextnRATING (out of 10) based on Cover, Art, Story/WritingnnDIGITAL BUY - Got only digitallynIMPULSE BUY - Bought on the fly, based on the cover, the property, publisher, creators, n hearsay, and a flip through look at art.nBLIND BUY - Bought even though I'm not caught up.nSOLID BUY - Caught Up, definitely gettingn---------------------------------------------nPOSSIBLE FUTURE FEATURESnBetter production quality :-) Anyone wanna help with that?nnGuest Reviewers to have diverse representation of perspectives; from those who are familiar and not familiar with what's being reviewed.nnA follow-up, Second Impression - a comprehensive review after thoughts have settled and gathered.nnInterviewsn-------------------nDISCLAIMERnMy knee-jerk views are what they are, my own views, specific to who I am, but they don't necessarily reflect how I really feel about anything given the chance to gather my thoughts. Can I trust myself to say, or do things, when I confuse myself sometimes? It's a risk, but I do take responsibility for putting it out there, and try not to be irresponsible, in order to provide something raw. I'm a philosopher and devils advocate at heart. I really do feel I can see the both sides of everything, even though expressing them through language/words sometimes is a struggle as I feel, I've been losing my grasp of vocabulary, and ability to focus overtime. I've always been more of a feeler; how I remember things, and in decision making (which is a whole other struggle). Language/words have always seemed limiting to me. As with anyone else, my views, can and do, change with time, additional exposure/experience, and the influence of others. Less

The Wicked and The Divine #1 & Comics June 18, 2014 First Impressions

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FIRST IMPRESSIONS [FI] Every week we hope to bring you our literal, initial thoughts and ratings on comics (mainly), video games, TV shows, ...

FIRST IMPRESSIONS [FI] Every week we hope to bring you our literal, initial thoughts and ratings on comics (mainly), video games, TV shows, music, film books, theatre, maybe food, clothes and anything else, both familiar and unfamiliar. SPOILER ALERT ACTIVATED! nnThis week from Carl Li and Jaysen Headley:nnnCOMICS June 18, 2014 - First Impressionsn0:10 NEW 5 Star Rating Systemn0:27 WHAT WE BOUGHT THIS WEEK [Impulse/Blind Buys]n0:33 Alex + Ada #7 [Image] Carl-3/Jaysen-3 Starsn1:32 Batman Eternal #11 [DC] Carl-3/Jaysen-3 Starsn2:54 Original Sin #3 [Marvel]n2:58 Original Sin #4 [Marvel] Carl-2 Starsn3:38 The Last Broadcast #2 [Archaia] Carl-2 Starsn4:36 Rat Queens #4 [Image] SOLID BUY Carl-4 Starsn5:00 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Turtles in Time #1 [IDW] n IMPULSE BUY Jaysen-3 Starsn6:59 Translucid #2 [BOOM!] SOLID BUY Carl-3 Starsn7:12 The Wicked + The Divine #1 [Image] SOLID BUY n Carl-4/5 Stars/Jaysen-5 Starsn9:40 Winter World #1 [IDW] IMPULSE/SOLID BUY Carl-4 Starsn11:04 Wonder Woman #32 [DC] SOLID BUY Carl-4/Jaysen-4 Starsn13:00 Book of the Week: Carl/Jaysen The Wicked + Divine #1 [Image]nnLike, Subscribe and comment below: nLet us know your thoughts and suggestions. Is there something you'd like us to check out next, even if it's old? Did you read, see, play, or hear anything we reviewed?nnLearn more about Carl Li at www.carlkli.wordpress.comnAnd more about Jaysen Headley at Twitter.com/Kookamungakatn----------------------------------nWhy First Impressions [FI]?nThere's value to creators and industries to know what truly comes across and what doesn't, initially, for for those familiar and not familiar with what's being reviewed. Products don't always have the benefits of an established brand/name and hype attached, and with an over saturation of product, consumers don't have the luxury to give everything a first chance, let alone a fair chance. Brand/name recognition factor alone isn't enough either, though it'll help with it's initial launch, but beyond that, in my opinion, regardless of brand/name recognition, there are certain factors (ie. for comics, including cover, story, art and hype), that are very important for a product have in order to GRAB the consumer right off the bat on multiple levels (ie. impulse, point of purchase buys, with just 1 issue), to ensure they will continue to support and invest in it long term.n---------------------------------------------------------nCOMICS FIRST IMPRESSIONS FORMATnWhat We Got This WeeknLiteral First ImpressionsnGeneral thoughts (likes/dislikes)nWhat we think might happen nextnBook of the WeeknRATING (5 Star System) 2 for Art, 2 for Story/Writing, 1+nnDIGITAL BUY - Got only digitallynIMPULSE BUY - Bought on the fly, based on the cover, the property, publisher, creators, hearsay, and a flip through look at art.nBLIND BUY - Bought even though I'm not caught up.nSOLID BUY - YOU Should BUY this!nEverything else - Caught Up with & definitely getting based on previous issuen---------------------------------------------nPOSSIBLE FUTURE FEATURESnBetter production quality :-) Anyone wanna help with that?nnGuest Reviewers to have diverse representation of perspectives; from those who are familiar and not familiar with what's being reviewed.nnA follow-up, Second Impression - a comprehensive review after thoughts have settled and gathered.nnInterviewsnn—————————nDISCLAIMERnMy knee-jerk views are what they are, my own views, specific to who I am, but they don't necessarily reflect how I really feel about anything given the chance to gather my thoughts. Can I trust myself to say, or do things, when I confuse myself sometimes? It's a risk, but I do take responsibility for putting it out there, and try not to be irresponsible, in order to provide something raw. I'm a philosopher and devils advocate at heart. I really do feel I can see the both sides of everything, even though expressing them through language/words sometimes is a struggle as I feel, I've been losing my grasp of vocabulary, and ability to focus overtime. I've always been more of a feeler; how I remember things, and in decision making (which is a whole other struggle). Language/words have always seemed limiting to me. As with anyone else, my views, can and do, change with time, additional exposure/experience, and the influence of others. Less

Outcast #1 & Aero-Girl #1 Comics June 25, 2014 First Impressions

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FIRST IMPRESSIONS [FI] Every week we hope to bring you our literal, initial thoughts and ratings on comics (mainly), video games, TV shows, ...

FIRST IMPRESSIONS [FI] Every week we hope to bring you our literal, initial thoughts and ratings on comics (mainly), video games, TV shows, music, film books, theatre, maybe food, clothes and anything else, both familiar and unfamiliar. SPOILER ALERT ACTIVATED! nnThis week from Carl Li, Jaysen Headley & Guest, Amy Chang:nCOMICS June 25th, 2014 - First Impressionsn0:16 5 Star Rating Systemn0:25 WHAT WE BOUGHT THIS WEEK [Impulse/Blind/Solid Buys]n0:32 Batman #32 [DC] BLIND BUY Jaysen-5 Starsn1:08 Batman Eternal #12 [DC] SOLID BUY Carl-3/Jaysen-3 Starsn2:00 Chew #42 [Image] SOLID BUY Jaysen-4 Starsn2:41 Flash #32 [DC] BLIND BUY, not ratedn2:51 Futures End #07 [DC] NOT SHOWN n3:08 Justice League #31 [DC] SOLID BUY Carl-4/Jaysen-4 Starsn3:58 Ms. Marvel (#3,#4,) 4:07 #5 [Marvel] SOLID BUY Jaysen-5 Starsn4:51 Nightbreed #02 [BOOM!] Carl-3 Starsn5:16 Outcast #01 [Image] SOLID BUY Carl-4-5/Jaysen-3/Amy-4 Starsn8:12 Rat Queens #06 [Image] SOLID BUY Carl-4 Starsn8:44 Saga #20 [Image] Carl-2/Jaysen-4 Starsn10:10 Superman #32 [DC] Carl-2-3/Jaysen-4/Amy-4 Starsn13:13 Super Secret Crisis War #01 [IDW] Amy-2 1/2-3 Starsn14:23 Trees #2 [Image] Carl-1/Jaysen-2 StarsnnSpecial First Impressionsn16:00 Adventures of Aero-Girl #01 [Indie] SOLID nCarl-4, Jaysen-4, Amy-4 Starsnby @DeWayneFeenstra and Axur Eneas nnLike, Subscribe and comment below: nLet us know your thoughts and suggestions. Is there something you'd like us to check out next, even if it's old? Did you read, see, play, or hear anything we reviewed?nnCarl Li: @carlklinwww.carlkli.wordpress.comnwww.kcrrlives.wordpress.comnnJaysen Headley: @kookamungakatnwww.jaysenwrites.wordpress.comnnAmy Chang: @MissTemptAsiann----------------------------------nWhy First Impressions [FI]?nThere's value to creators and industries to know what truly comes across and what doesn't, initially, for for those familiar and not familiar with what's being reviewed. Products don't always have the benefits of an established brand/name and hype attached, and with an over saturation of product, consumers don't have the luxury to give everything a first chance, let alone a fair chance. Brand/name recognition factor alone isn't enough either, though it'll help with it's initial launch, but beyond that, in my opinion, regardless of brand/name recognition, there are certain factors (ie. for comics, including cover, story, art and hype), that are very important for a product have in order to GRAB the consumer right off the bat on multiple levels (ie. impulse, point of purchase buys, with just 1 issue), to ensure they will continue to support and invest in it long term.n---------------------------------------------------------nCOMICS FIRST IMPRESSIONS FORMATnWhat We Got This WeeknLiteral initial thoughts [First Impressions]nGeneral thoughts [likes/dislikes]nWhat we think might happen nextnBook of the WeeknRATING (5 Star System) 2 for Art, 2 for Story/Writing, 1+nnDIGITAL BUY - Got only digitallynIMPULSE BUY - Bought on the fly, based on the cover, the property, publisher, creators, hearsay, and a flip through look at art.nBLIND BUY - Bought even though I'm not caught up.nSOLID BUY - You should get this! nEverything Else: Caught Up with, definitely getting based on previous issuen---------------------------------------------nPOSSIBLE FUTURE FEATURESnBetter production quality :-) Anyone wanna help with that?nnGuest Reviewers to have diverse representation of perspectives; from those who are familiar and not familiar with what's being reviewed.nnA follow-up, Second Impression - a comprehensive review after thoughts have settled and gathered.nnInterviewsn—————————nDISCLAIMERnMy knee-jerk views are what they are, my own views, specific to who I am, but they don't necessarily reflect how I really feel about anything given the chance to gather my thoughts. Can I trust myself to say, or do things, when I confuse myself sometimes? It's a risk, but I do take responsibility for putting it out there, and try not to be irresponsible, in order to provide something raw. I'm a philosopher and devils advocate at heart. I really do feel I can see the both sides of everything, even though expressing them through language/words sometimes is a struggle as I feel, I've been losing my grasp of vocabulary, and ability to focus overtime. I've always been more of a feeler; how I remember things, and in decision making (which is a whole other struggle). Language/words have always seemed limiting to me. As with anyone else, my views, can and do, change with time, additional exposure/experience, and the influence of others. n____________________________nMusic From YouTube Music LibrarynFunk the rock - DavidHayes 8snRobot Plays Video game - Ohmega Watts 15snTime to Move - matthiaswichtrup 0:00/1:41 - 5:37:32 Less

Earth 2 #25, The Woods #3 Comics July 2, 2014 First Impressions

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FIRST IMPRESSIONS [FI] Every week we hope to bring you our literal, initial thoughts and ratings on comics (mainly), video games, TV shows, ...

FIRST IMPRESSIONS [FI] Every week we hope to bring you our literal, initial thoughts and ratings on comics (mainly), video games, TV shows, music, film books, theatre, maybe food, clothes and anything else, both familiar and unfamiliar. SPOILER ALERT ACTIVATED! nnThis week from Carl Li and Jaysen Headley:nnCOMICS July 2nd, 2014 - First Impressionsn0:16 5 Star Rating Systemn0:35 WHAT WE BOUGHT THIS WEEK [Impulse/Blind/Solid Buys]n0:38 Batman Eternal #13[DC] SOLID BUY Carl-3/Jaysen-3 Starsn2:32 Earth 2 #25 [DC] SOLID BUY Carl-5 Starsn3:37 Enormous #1 [215 Ink] Carl-1/Jaysen-4 Starsn5:58 Figment #2 [Marvel] SOLID BUY Jaysen-4 Starsn6:38 Green Arrow #32 [DC] BLIND BUYn6:47 Iron Fist #4 [Marvel] SOLID BUY Jaysen-4 Starsn7:24 Nailbiter #3 [Image] Carl-3 Starsn8:32 Original Sin #5 [Marvel] SOLID BUY Carl-4 Starsn9:12 Rocket Raccoon #1 [Marvel] SOLID BUY Jaysen-4 Starsn10:03 Miles Morales Ultimate Spider-Man #3 [Marvel] Jaysen-3 Starsn11:07 Superman Unchained #7 [DC] BLIND BUYn11:28 Tech Jacket #1 [Image] Carl-2 Starsn12:50 The Woods #3 [Boom! Studios] Carl-2 /Jaysen-5 Starsn14:54 BOOK OF THE WEEK nCarl - Earth 2 #25, Jaysen - The Woods #3nnLike, Subscribe and comment below: nLet us know your thoughts and suggestions. Is there something you'd like us to check out next, even if it's old? Did you read, see, play, or hear anything we reviewed?nnLearn more about Carl Li:nwww.twitter.com/carlklinwww.carlkli.wordpress.comnwww.kcrrlives.wordpress.comnnMore about Jaysen Headley:nwww.twitter.com/kookamungakatnwww.jaysenwrites.wordpress.comn----------------------------------nWhy First Impressions [FI]?nThere's value to creators and industries to know what truly comes across and what doesn't, initially, for for those familiar and not familiar with what's being reviewed. Products don't always have the benefits of an established brand/name and hype attached, and with an over saturation of product, consumers don't have the luxury to give everything a first chance, let alone a fair chance. Brand/name recognition factor alone isn't enough either, though it'll help with it's initial launch, but beyond that, in my opinion, regardless of brand/name recognition, there are certain factors (ie. for comics, including cover, story, art and hype), that are very important for a product have in order to GRAB the consumer right off the bat on multiple levels (ie. impulse, point of purchase buys, with just 1 issue), to ensure they will continue to support and invest in it long term.n---------------------------------------------------------nCOMICS FIRST IMPRESSIONS FORMATnWhat We Got This WeeknLiteral initial thoughts [First Impressions]nGeneral thoughts [likes/dislikes]nWhat we think might happen nextnBook of the WeeknRATING (5 Star System) 2 for Art, 2 for Story/Writing, 1+nnDIGITAL BUY - Got only digitallynIMPULSE BUY - Bought on the fly, based on the cover, the property, publisher, creators, hearsay, and a flip through look at art.nBLIND BUY - Bought even though I'm not caught up.nSOLID BUY - You should get this! nEverything Else: Caught Up with, definitely getting based on previous issuen---------------------------------------------nPOSSIBLE FUTURE FEATURESnBetter production quality :-) Anyone wanna help with that?nnGuest Reviewers to have diverse representation of perspectives; from those who are familiar and not familiar with what's being reviewed.nnA follow-up, Second Impression - a comprehensive review after thoughts have settled and gathered.nnInterviewsn—————————nDISCLAIMERnMy knee-jerk views are what they are, my own views, specific to who I am, but they don't necessarily reflect how I really feel about anything given the chance to gather my thoughts. Can I trust myself to say, or do things, when I confuse myself sometimes? It's a risk, but I do take responsibility for putting it out there, and try not to be irresponsible, in order to provide something raw. I'm a philosopher and devils advocate at heart. I really do feel I can see the both sides of everything, even though expressing them through language/words sometimes is a struggle as I feel, I've been losing my grasp of vocabulary, and ability to focus overtime. I've always been more of a feeler; how I remember things, and in decision making (which is a whole other struggle). Language/words have always seemed limiting to me. As with anyone else, my views, can and do, change with time, additional exposure/experience, and the influence of others. n____________________________nMusic From YouTube Music LibrarynFunk the rock - DavidHayes 8s or 16s/15:03 LEVEL 2, 1nRobot Plays Video game - Ohmega Watts 15s LEVEL 0nTime to Move - matthiaswichtrup 0:00/1:41/2:16:64 - 5:37:32 LEVEL 2 Less

Late Cambrian, Death Vigil #1 & Comics July 9, 2014 First Impressions

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FIRST IMPRESSIONS [FI] Every week we hope to bring you our literal, initial thoughts and ratings on comics (mainly), video games, TV shows, ...

FIRST IMPRESSIONS [FI] Every week we hope to bring you our literal, initial thoughts and ratings on comics (mainly), video games, TV shows, music, film books, theatre, maybe food, clothes and anything else, both familiar and unfamiliar. SPOILER ALERT ACTIVATED! nnThis week from Carl Li and Jaysen Headley:nThis episode features the song "Walk of Shame" used with permission by 'Late Cambrian'nCheck them out here:nhttp://www.pledgemusic.com/projects/latecambriannhttps://soundcloud.com/latecambriann@LateCambriannnCOMICS June 11th, 2014 - First Impressionsn5 Star Rating SystemnWHAT WE GOT THIS WEEK [Impulse/Blind Buys]nAmerican Vampire Second Cycle #4 [Vertigo/DC] BLIND BUYnBatman Eternal #14 [DC] Carl:4/Jaysen:StarsnGrayson #1 [DC] Carl:3/Jaysen:StarsnDeath Vigil #1 [Image/Top Cow] Carl:4-5/Jaysen:5 Stars SOLID BUYnInfinity Man & The Forever People #2 [DC] Carl:2 StarsnJustice League United #3 [DC] Carl:4/Jaysen:3 StarsnThe Life After #1 [Oni Press] IMPULSE BUY Carl:3/Jaysen: StarsnMPH #1 [Image] IMPULSE BUY (Older Book) Carl:4-5/Jaysen:5 Stars SOLID BUYnRise of the Magi #2 [Image/Top Cow] Carl:2-3/Jaysen: StarsnSherwood, TX #1 [12 Gauge] IMPULSE BUY $1 Carl:2/Jaysen:StarsnShutter #4 [Image] Carl:4-5/Jaysen:Stars SOLID BUYnSpider-Man 2099 #1 [Marvel] IMPULSE BUY Carl:3-4/Jaysen:StarsnSpread #1 [Image] IMPULSE BUY Carl:3-4/Jaysen:StarsnNew Suicide Squad #1 [DC] IMPULSE BUY Carl:3/Jaysen:Starsn26:07 LATE CAMBRIANn26:25 Our Weekly Blog Infon26:50 BOOK OF THE WEEK - Death Vigil #1 [Image/Top Cow]n27:32 OuttakesnnLike, Subscribe and comment below: nLet us know your thoughts and suggestions. Is there something you'd like us to check out next, even if it's old? Did you read, see, play, or hear anything we reviewed?nnLearn more about Carl Li:nwww.twitter.com/carlklinwww.carlkli.wordpress.comnwww.kcrrlives.wordpress.comnnMore about Jaysen Headley:nwww.twitter.com/kookamungakatnwww.jaysenwrites.wordpress.comn----------------------------------nWhy First Impressions [FI]?nThere's value to creators and industries to know what truly comes across and what doesn't, initially, for for those familiar and not familiar with what's being reviewed. Products don't always have the benefits of an established brand/name and hype attached, and with an over saturation of product, consumers don't have the luxury to give everything a first chance, let alone a fair chance. Brand/name recognition factor alone isn't enough either, though it'll help with it's initial launch, but beyond that, in my opinion, regardless of brand/name recognition, there are certain factors (ie. for comics, including cover, story, art and hype), that are very important for a product have in order to GRAB the consumer right off the bat on multiple levels (ie. impulse, point of purchase buys, with just 1 issue), to ensure they will continue to support and invest in it long term.n---------------------------------------------------------nCOMICS FIRST IMPRESSIONS FORMATnWhat We Got This WeeknLiteral initial thoughts [First Impressions]nGeneral thoughts [likes/dislikes]nWhat we think might happen nextnBook of the WeeknRATING (5 Star System) 2 for Art, 2 for Story/Writing, 1+nnDIGITAL BUY - Got only digitallynIMPULSE BUY - Bought on the fly, based on the cover, the property, publisher, creators, hearsay, and a flip through look at art.nBLIND BUY - Bought even though I'm not caught up.nSOLID BUY - You should get this! nEverything Else: Caught Up with, definitely getting based on previous issuen---------------------------------------------nPOSSIBLE FUTURE FEATURESnBetter production quality :-) Anyone wanna help with that?nnGuest Reviewers to have diverse representation of perspectives; from those who are familiar and not familiar with what's being reviewed.nnA follow-up, Second Impression - a comprehensive review after thoughts have settled and gathered.nnInterviewsn—————————nDISCLAIMERnMy knee-jerk views are what they are, my own views, specific to who I am, but they don't necessarily reflect how I really feel about anything given the chance to gather my thoughts. Can I trust myself to say, or do things, when I confuse myself sometimes? It's a risk, but I do take responsibility for putting it out there, and try not to be irresponsible, in order to provide something raw. I'm a philosopher and devils advocate at heart. I really do feel I can see the both sides of everything, even though expressing them through language/words sometimes is a struggle as I feel, I've been losing my grasp of vocabulary, and ability to focus overtime. I've always been more of a feeler; how I remember things, and in decision making (which is a whole other struggle). Language/words have always seemed limiting to me. As with anyone else, my views, can and do, change with time, additional exposure/experience, and the influence of others. Less

Batman #33, Wonder Woman #33, Supreme Blue Rose #1 Comics July 23, 2014 First Impressions

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FIRST IMPRESSIONS [FI] Every week we hope to bring you our literal, initial thoughts and ratings on comics (mainly), video games, TV shows, ...

FIRST IMPRESSIONS [FI] Every week we hope to bring you our literal, initial thoughts and ratings on comics (mainly), video games, TV shows, music, film books, theatre, maybe food, clothes and anything else, both familiar and unfamiliar. SPOILER ALERT ACTIVATED! Time Stamps Below.nnThis week from Carl Li and Jaysen Headley:nnnThis episode features the song “Walk of Shame” used with permission by 'Late Cambrian’nCheck them out here:nhttp://www.pledgemusic.com/projects/latecambriannnhttps://soundcloud.com/latecambriannnCOMICS June 11th, 2014 - First Impressionsn5 Star Rating SystemnWHAT WE GOT THIS WEEK [Impulse/Blind Buys]n0:43 Afterlife With Archie #6 [Archie] SOLID BUY Jaysen:5 Starsn1:49 Alien Legion: Uncivil War #1 [Titan] IMPULSE BUY (Old)n2:19 Auteur #3 & #4 [Oni] (Old)n2:34 Batman #33 [DC] SOLID BUY Carl:5/Jaysen:5 Starsn5:17 Detective Comics #27 Sp. Edition [DC]n5:56 Batman Eternal #16 [DC] Carl:2/Jaysen:2 Starsn7:30 Batman & Robin #33 [DC] SOLID BUY Carl:4/Jaysen:4 Starsn9:43 DC Collectibles Portfolio 2014-2015n10:11 Flash #33 [DC] Carl:3 StarsnStar-Spangled War Stories: G.I. Zombie #1 [DC] IMPULSE BUY Carl:3 StarsnReal Heroes #2 & #3 [Image] (Old)nSaga #21 [Image] Carl: StarsnSuperannulated Man #2 [Image] Jaysen: StarsnSuperman #33 [DC] Carl:4 /Jaysen: StarsnSupreme Blue Rose #1 [Image] IMPULSE/SOLID BUY Carl:5/Jaysen: StarsnTranslucid #3 & #4 [Boom] (Old)nWinter World #2 [IDW] Carl: StarsnWonder Woman #33 [DC] SOLID BUY Carl:5/Jaysen: StarsnBOOK OF THE WEEKnBatman #33nnLike, Subscribe and comment below: nLet us know your thoughts and suggestions. Is there something you’d like us to check out next, even if it's old? Did you read, see, play, or hear anything we reviewed?nnLIKE us on FB: https://www.facebook.com/FirstImpressionsCarlJaysen nnLearn more about Carl Li:nwww.twitter.com/carlklinwww.carlkli.wordpress.comnwww.kcrrlives.wordpress.comnnMore about Jaysen Headley:nwww.twitter.com/kookamungakatnwww.jaysenwrites.wordpress.comn----------------------------------nWhy First Impressions [FI]?nThere's value to creators and industries to know what truly comes across and what doesn't, initially, for for those familiar and not familiar with what's being reviewed. Products don't always have the benefits of an established brand/name and hype attached, and with an over saturation of product, consumers don't have the luxury to give everything a first chance, let alone a fair chance. Brand/name recognition factor alone isn't enough either, though it'll help with it's initial launch, but beyond that, in my opinion, regardless of brand/name recognition, there are certain factors (ie. for comics, including cover, story, art and hype), that are very important for a product have in order to GRAB the consumer right off the bat on multiple levels (ie. impulse, point of purchase buys, with just 1 issue), to ensure they will continue to support and invest in it long term.n---------------------------------------------------------nCOMICS FIRST IMPRESSIONS FORMATnWhat We Got This WeeknLiteral initial thoughts [First Impressions]nGeneral thoughts [likes/dislikes]nWhat we think might happen nextnBook of the WeeknRATING (5 Star System) 2 for Art, 2 for Story/Writing, 1+nnDIGITAL BUY - Got only digitallynIMPULSE BUY - Bought on the fly, based on the cover, the property, publisher, creators, hearsay, and a flip through look at art.nBLIND BUY - Bought even though I'm not caught up.nSOLID BUY - You should get this! nEverything Else: Caught Up with, definitely getting based on previous issuen---------------------------------------------nPOSSIBLE FUTURE FEATURESnBetter production quality :-) Anyone wanna help with that?nnGuest Reviewers to have diverse representation of perspectives; from those who are familiar and not familiar with what's being reviewed.nnA follow-up, Second Impression - a comprehensive review after thoughts have settled and gathered.nnInterviewsn—————————nDISCLAIMERnMy knee-jerk views are what they are, my own views, specific to who I am, but they don’t necessarily reflect how I really feel about anything given the chance to gather my thoughts. Can I trust myself to say, or do things, when I confuse myself sometimes? It’s a risk, but I do take responsibility for putting it out there, and try not to be irresponsible, in order to provide something raw. I’m a philosopher and devils advocate at heart. I really do feel I can see the both sides of everything, even though expressing them through language/words sometimes is a struggle as I feel, I’ve been losing my grasp of vocabulary, and ability to focus overtime. I’ve always been more of a feeler; how I remember things, and in decision making (which is a whole other struggle). Language/words have always seemed limiting to me. As with anyone else, my views, can and do, change with time, additional exposure/experience, and the influence of others. Less

Low 1, Justice League 32, Hawkeye 19, AndThenEmilyWasGone 1 Comics July 30, 2014 FIRST IMPRESSIONS

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FIRST IMPRESSIONS [FI] Every week we hope to bring you our literal, initial thoughts and ratings on comics (mainly), video games, TV shows, ...

FIRST IMPRESSIONS [FI] Every week we hope to bring you our literal, initial thoughts and ratings on comics (mainly), video games, TV shows, music, film books, theatre, maybe food, clothes and anything else, both familiar and unfamiliar. SPOILER ALERT ACTIVATED! Time Stamps Below.nnThis week from Carl Li and Jaysen Headley:nnCOMICS July 30th, 2014 - First Impressionsn5 Star Rating SystemnWHAT WE GOT THIS WEEK [Impulse/Blind Buys]nAnd Then Emily Was Gone #1 [Comix Tribe] Carl:4 Starsn0:34 Batman Eternal #17 [DC] Carl:2/Jaysen:2 StarsnBodies #1 [Vertigo/DC] Carl:4/Jaysen: Stars IMPULSE BUYnChew Warrior Chicken Poyo 1-Shot [Image] Jaysen: StarsnHawkeye #19 [Marvel] Jaysen:5 Stars SOLID BUYnJustice League #32 [DC] Carl:4/Jaysen: Stars SOLID BUYnLow #1 [Image] IMPULSE BUY Carl:4/Jaysen:StarsnNightbreed #3 [Boom Studios] Carl:3 StarsnMind MGMT #24 [Dark Horse]nOutcast #2 [Image] Jaysen: StarsnWake #10 [Vertigo/DC] Jaysen: StarsnnLike, Subscribe and comment below: nLet us know your thoughts and suggestions. Is there something you’d like us to check out next, even if it's old? Did you read, see, play, or hear anything we reviewed?nnLIKE us on FB: https://www.facebook.com/FirstImpressionsCarlJaysen nnLearn more about Carl Li:nwww.twitter.com/carlklinwww.carlkli.wordpress.comnwww.kcrrlives.wordpress.comnnMore about Jaysen Headley:nwww.twitter.com/kookamungakatnwww.jaysenwrites.wordpress.comn----------------------------------nWhy First Impressions [FI]?nThere's value to creators and industries to know what truly comes across and what doesn't, initially, for for those familiar and not familiar with what's being reviewed. Products don't always have the benefits of an established brand/name and hype attached, and with an over saturation of product, consumers don't have the luxury to give everything a first chance, let alone a fair chance. Brand/name recognition factor alone isn't enough either, though it'll help with it's initial launch, but beyond that, in my opinion, regardless of brand/name recognition, there are certain factors (ie. for comics, including cover, story, art and hype), that are very important for a product have in order to GRAB the consumer right off the bat on multiple levels (ie. impulse, point of purchase buys, with just 1 issue), to ensure they will continue to support and invest in it long term.n---------------------------------------------------------nCOMICS FIRST IMPRESSIONS FORMATnWhat We Got This WeeknLiteral initial thoughts [First Impressions]nGeneral thoughts [likes/dislikes]nWhat we think might happen nextnBook of the WeeknRATING (5 Star System) 2 for Art, 2 for Story/Writing, 1+nnnDIGITAL BUY - Got only digitallynIMPULSE BUY - Bought on the fly, based on the cover, the property, publisher, creators, hearsay, and a flip through look at art.nBLIND BUY - Bought even though I'm not caught up.nSOLID BUY - You should get this! nEverything Else: Caught Up with, definitely getting based on previous issuen---------------------------------------------nPOSSIBLE FUTURE FEATURESnBetter production quality :-) Anyone wanna help with that?nnGuest Reviewers to have diverse representation of perspectives; from those who are familiar and not familiar with what's being reviewed.nnA follow-up, Second Impression - a comprehensive review after thoughts have settled and gathered.nnInterviewsnn—————————nDISCLAIMERnMy knee-jerk views are what they are, my own views, specific to who I am, but they don’t necessarily reflect how I really feel about anything given the chance to gather my thoughts. Can I trust myself to say, or do things, when I confuse myself sometimes? It’s a risk, but I do take responsibility for putting it out there, and try not to be irresponsible, in order to provide something raw. I’m a philosopher and devils advocate at heart. I really do feel I can see the both sides of everything, even though expressing them through language/words sometimes is a struggle as I feel, I’ve been losing my grasp of vocabulary, and ability to focus overtime. I’ve always been more of a feeler; how I remember things, and in decision making (which is a whole other struggle). Language/words have always seemed limiting to me. As with anyone else, my views, can and do, change with time, additional exposure/experience, and the influence of others. Less

Guardians of the Galaxy - First Impressions

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FIRST IMPRESSIONS [FI] Every week we hope to bring you our literal, initial thoughts and ratings on comics (mainly), video games, TV shows, ...

FIRST IMPRESSIONS [FI] Every week we hope to bring you our literal, initial thoughts and ratings on comics (mainly), video games, TV shows, music, film books, theatre, maybe food, clothes and anything else, both familiar and unfamiliar. SPOILER ALERT ACTIVATED! OOPS, I deleted this video by accident, here it is again.nnThis week from Carl Li and Jaysen Headley:nnCOMICS Aug. 6, 2014 - First ImpressionsnnCOMICS Aug. 6, 2014 - Forbidden Planet: Transmissionsn[Guest Co-Hosting!]nWe were invited to co-host with the crew, and talk about comics a day before they release. THANKS GUYS!nhttp://youtu.be/DdcKxqFwjcYnnCOMICS July 30, 2014 - First Impressionsnhttp://youtu.be/M35Mo2ixpRInnLike, Subscribe and comment below: nLet us know your thoughts and suggestions. Is there something you’d like us to check out next, even if it's old? Did you read, see, play, or hear anything we reviewed?nnLIKE us on FB: https://www.facebook.com/FirstImpressionsCarlJaysen nnLearn more about Carl Li:nwww.twitter.com/carlklinwww.carlkli.wordpress.comnwww.kcrrlives.wordpress.comnnMore about Jaysen Headley:nwww.twitter.com/kookamungakatnwww.jaysenwrites.wordpress.comn----------------------------------nWhy First Impressions [FI]?nThere's value to creators and industries to know what truly comes across and what doesn't, initially, for for those familiar and not familiar with what's being reviewed. Products don't always have the benefits of an established brand/name and hype attached, and with an over saturation of product, consumers don't have the luxury to give everything a first chance, let alone a fair chance. Brand/name recognition factor alone isn't enough either, though it'll help with it's initial launch, but beyond that, in my opinion, regardless of brand/name recognition, there are certain factors (ie. for comics, including cover, story, art and hype), that are very important for a product have in order to GRAB the consumer right off the bat on multiple levels (ie. impulse, point of purchase buys, with just 1 issue), to ensure they will continue to support and invest in it long term.n---------------------------------------------nPOSSIBLE FUTURE FEATURESnBetter production quality :-) Anyone wanna help with that?nnGuest Reviewers to have diverse representation of perspectives; from those who are familiar and not familiar with what's being reviewed.nnA follow-up, Second Impression - a comprehensive review after thoughts have settled and gathered.nnInterviewsn—————————nDISCLAIMERnMy knee-jerk views are what they are, my own views, specific to who I am, but they don’t necessarily reflect how I really feel about anything given the chance to gather my thoughts. Can I trust myself to say, or do things, when I confuse myself sometimes? It’s a risk, but I do take responsibility for putting it out there, and try not to be irresponsible, in order to provide something raw. I’m a philosopher and devils advocate at heart. I really do feel I can see the both sides of everything, even though expressing them through language/words sometimes is a struggle as I feel, I’ve been losing my grasp of vocabulary, and ability to focus overtime. I’ve always been more of a feeler; how I remember things, and in decision making (which is a whole other struggle). Language/words have always seemed limiting to me. As with anyone else, my views, can and do, change with time, additional exposure/experience, and the influence of others. Less

Teen Titans #2, Life After #2, Multiversity #1 Comics Aug 20 2014 First Impressions

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FIRST IMPRESSIONS [FI] Every week we hope to bring you our literal, initial thoughts and ratings on comics (mainly), video games, TV shows, ...

FIRST IMPRESSIONS [FI] Every week we hope to bring you our literal, initial thoughts and ratings on comics (mainly), video games, TV shows, music, film books, theatre, maybe food, clothes and anything else, both familiar and unfamiliar. SPOILER ALERT ACTIVATED! Time Stamps Below. Sorry re: Audio this week.nnThis week from Carl Li and Jaysen Headley:nnCOMICS Aug 20, 2014 - First Impressionsn0:25 5 Star Rating Systemnn0:33 WHAT WE GOT THIS WEEK [Impulse/Blind Buys]n0:34 Batman Eternal #20 [DC] Carl:4 /Jaysen:3 Starsn1:50 Batman and Robin #34 [DC] SOLID BUY Jaysen:4 Starsn2:47 Dark Engine #2 [Image] SOLID BUY Carl:4 Starsn3:39 Dark Horse Presents #1 [Dark Horse] SOLID BUY Carl:4/Jaysen:4 Starsn4:35 Delinquents #1 [Valiant] SOLID BUY Carl:4 Starsn5:21 The Fade Out #1 [Image] Jaysen:4 Starsn6:05 Ultimate FF #5 [Marvel] Oldn6:20 Giant Robot Maintenance Crew #1 [Cosmic Times] Carl:3/Jaysen:4 Starsn7:36 Infinite Crisis #2 [DC] SOLID BUY Carl:4/Jaysen:4 Starsn8:57 The Life After #2 [Oni] SOLID BUY Jaysen:5 Starsn9:32 Little Nemo Return to Slumberland #1 [IDW] Carl:3/Jaysen:5 Starsn10:39 Ms. Marvel #7 [Marvel] Jaysen:4 Starsn11:06 Multiversity #1 [DC] SOLID BUY Carl4:/Jaysen:4 Starsn12:41 Supreme Blue Rose #2 [Image] Carl:3 Starsn14:04 Teen Titans #2 [DC] SOLID BUY Carl:4/Jaysen:5 Starsn16:22 The Wicked and the Divine #3 [Image] Jaysen:4 Starsn17:08 Sensation Comics Presents Wonder Woman #1 [DC] Jaysen:2 Starsnn18:04 BOOK OF THE WEEKnCarl: Teen Titans #2 [Multiversity runner up]nJaysen: The Life After #2 [Teen Titans runner up]nnRevenge of the Green Dragonsnhttp://youtu.be/3c-YiIC5Bz4nnLike, Subscribe and comment belownnLIKE us on FB: https://www.facebook.com/FirstImpressionsCarlJaysen nnLearn more about Carl Li:nwww.twitter.com/carlklinwww.carlkli.wordpress.comnwww.kcrrlives.wordpress.comnnMore about Jaysen Headley:nwww.twitter.com/kookamungakatnwww.jaysenwrites.wordpress.comn----------------------------------nWhy First Impressions [FI]?nThere's value to creators and industries to know what truly comes across and what doesn't, initially, for for those familiar and not familiar with what's being reviewed. Products don't always have the benefits of an established brand/name and hype attached, and with an over saturation of product, consumers don't have the luxury to give everything a first chance, let alone a fair chance. Brand/name recognition factor alone isn't enough either, though it'll help with it's initial launch, but beyond that, in my opinion, regardless of brand/name recognition, there are certain factors (ie. for comics, including cover, story, art and hype), that are very important for a product have in order to GRAB the consumer right off the bat on multiple levels (ie. impulse, point of purchase buys, with just 1 issue), to ensure they will continue to support and invest in it long term.n---------------------------------------------------------nCOMICS FIRST IMPRESSIONS FORMATnWhat We Got This WeeknLiteral initial thoughts [First Impressions]nGeneral thoughts [likes/dislikes]nWhat we think might happen nextnBook of the WeeknRATING (5 Star System) 2 for Art, 2 for Story/Writing, 1+nnDIGITAL BUY - Got only digitallynIMPULSE BUY - Bought on the fly, based on the cover, the property, publisher, creators, hearsay, and a flip through look at art.nBLIND BUY - Bought even though I'm not caught up.nSOLID BUY - You should get this! nEverything Else: Caught Up with, definitely getting based on previous issuen---------------------------------------------nPOSSIBLE FUTURE FEATURESnBetter production quality :-) Anyone wanna help with that?nnGuest Reviewers to have diverse representation of perspectives; from those who are familiar and not familiar with what's being reviewed.nnA follow-up, Second Impression - a comprehensive review after thoughts have settled and gathered.nnInterviewsn—————————nDISCLAIMERnMy knee-jerk views are what they are, my own views, specific to who I am, but they don’t necessarily reflect how I really feel about anything given the chance to gather my thoughts. Can I trust myself to say, or do things, when I confuse myself sometimes? It’s a risk, but I do take responsibility for putting it out there, and try not to be irresponsible, in order to provide something raw. I’m a philosopher and devils advocate at heart. I really do feel I can see the both sides of everything, even though expressing them through language/words sometimes is a struggle as I feel, I’ve been losing my grasp of vocabulary, and ability to focus overtime. I’ve always been more of a feeler; how I remember things, and in decision making (which is a whole other struggle). Language/words have always seemed limiting to me. As with anyone else, my views, can and do, change with time, additional exposure/experience, and the influence of others. Less

Batman Eternal 21, Saga 22, Hero Cats 1, Low 2, Outcast 3 & Comics Aug 27, 2014 First Impressions

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FIRST IMPRESSIONS [FI] Every week we hope to bring you our literal, initial thoughts and ratings on comics (mainly), video games, TV shows, ...

FIRST IMPRESSIONS [FI] Every week we hope to bring you our literal, initial thoughts and ratings on comics (mainly), video games, TV shows, music, film books, theatre, maybe food, clothes and anything else, both familiar and unfamiliar. SPOILER ALERT ACTIVATED! Time Stamps Below.nnThis week from Carl Li and Jaysen Headley:nnCOMICS August 27, 2014 - First Impressionsn5 Star Rating SystemnWHAT WE GOT THIS WEEK [Impulse/Blind Buys]nBatman Eternal #21 [DC] SOLID BUY Carl:5/Jaysen: StarsnHero Cats of Stellar City #1 [Action Lab] SOLID BUY Carl:4/Jaysen: StarsnFlash #34 [DC] Carl: 4 StarsnLow #2 [Image] SOLID BUY Carl:4/Jaysen: StarsnMe5 pt 2 [Patrick J. Reilly of Carmine St. Comics - Indie] SOLID BUY Carl:4/Jaysen:4 StarsnOutcast #3 [Image] SOLID BUY Carl:4/Jaysen: StarsnSaga #22 [Image] Carl:3/Jaysen: StarsnStar-Spangled War Stories: G.I. Zombie #2 [DC] Carl:3 StarsnSundowners #1 [Dark Horse] Carl:4/Jaysen: StarsnSuperman #34 [DC] Carl:3/Jaysen: StarsnWayward #1 [Image] Carl:3/Jaysen: StarsnWildfire #3 [Image] Carl:3/Jaysen: StarsnWicked Game #1 [Todd Matthy - Indie] Carl:2/Jaysen:3 StarsnBOOK OF THE WEEKnCarl: Batman Eternal #21nJaysen: Saga #22nHonorable Mentions:nHero Cats #1, Low #2, Outcast #3 & Me5 pt. 2nnLike, Subscribe and comment below: nLet us know your thoughts and suggestions. Is there something you’d like us to check out next, even if it's old? Did you read, see, play, or hear anything we reviewed?nnLIKE us on FB: https://www.facebook.com/FirstImpressionsCarlJaysen nnLearn more about Carl Li:nwww.twitter.com/carlklinwww.carlkli.wordpress.comnwww.kcrrlives.wordpress.comnnMore about Jaysen Headley:nwww.twitter.com/kookamungakatnwww.jaysenwrites.wordpress.comn----------------------------------nWhy First Impressions [FI]?nThere's value to creators and industries to know what truly comes across and what doesn't, initially, for for those familiar and not familiar with what's being reviewed. Products don't always have the benefits of an established brand/name and hype attached, and with an over saturation of product, consumers don't have the luxury to give everything a first chance, let alone a fair chance. Brand/name recognition factor alone isn't enough either, though it'll help with it's initial launch, but beyond that, in my opinion, regardless of brand/name recognition, there are certain factors (ie. for comics, including cover, story, art and hype), that are very important for a product have in order to GRAB the consumer right off the bat on multiple levels (ie. impulse, point of purchase buys, with just 1 issue), to ensure they will continue to support and invest in it long term.n---------------------------------------------------------nCOMICS FIRST IMPRESSIONS FORMATnWhat We Got This WeeknLiteral initial thoughts [First Impressions]nGeneral thoughts [likes/dislikes]nWhat we think might happen nextnBook of the WeeknRATING (5 Star System) 2 for Art, 2 for Story/Writing, 1+nnDIGITAL BUY - Got only digitallynIMPULSE BUY - Bought on the fly, based on the cover, the property, publisher, creators, hearsay, and a flip through look at art.nBLIND BUY - Bought even though I'm not caught up.nSOLID BUY - You should get this! nEverything Else: Caught Up with, definitely getting based on previous issuen---------------------------------------------nPOSSIBLE FUTURE FEATURESnBetter production quality :-) Anyone wanna help with that?nnGuest Reviewers to have diverse representation of perspectives; from those who are familiar and not familiar with what's being reviewed.nnA follow-up, Second Impression - a comprehensive review after thoughts have settled and gathered.nnInterviewsn—————————nDISCLAIMERnMy knee-jerk views are what they are, my own views, specific to who I am, but they don’t necessarily reflect how I really feel about anything given the chance to gather my thoughts. Can I trust myself to say, or do things, when I confuse myself sometimes? It’s a risk, but I do take responsibility for putting it out there, and try not to be irresponsible, in order to provide something raw. I’m a philosopher and devils advocate at heart. I really do feel I can see the both sides of everything, even though expressing them through language/words sometimes is a struggle as I feel, I’ve been losing my grasp of vocabulary, and ability to focus overtime. I’ve always been more of a feeler; how I remember things, and in decision making (which is a whole other struggle). Language/words have always seemed limiting to me. As with anyone else, my views, can and do, change with time, additional exposure/experience, and the influence of others. n____________________________nMusic From YouTube Music Library Less

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