Creator of light
Son of the day
Beauty from ash
Held to my heart
Fire and water
Elements of destruction
No power greater
Than the love of the father
Hold my hand, and walk towards the sky
Float up through space, past the unknown
With the eyes of the master watching my steps
In front of the throne, bright as the sun
Glistening, opened, where the Savior lies
Friday, December 3, 2010
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Journalism, Who is Right?
I agreed with the second speaker the most. I think sometimes because of journalism unbiased ways people are lead to believe the wrong things. There are just some people who can't decipher ideologies, and certain topics without the sway of someone else's influence. AT the same time, maybe people only sway to one side because of who they here first or of who they believe. I also find it interesting that people will even follow someone that they may not wholeheartedly believe just because it goes against the opposing political party. It is all just plain stupid. The audience should believe what they want to believe unbiased from everything. Every story needs to be told with conviction from both sides.
The Social Network Vs. Citizen Kane
The Social Network is essentially a modern day rags to riches story. A Harvard College kid, Mark Zuckenberg, sits down in his dorm room and creates with his friend, Eduardo Saverin, an algorithm that will forever change world. Making the incarnation of Facebook, then known as "the Facebook" a number of outside influences such as the Napster founder, Sean Parker, corrupted the original ideas set fourth by the friends. Eventually Zuckenberg's power grew as did the website and he no longer needed people like Parker "holding him back".
In an instant Saverin was erased from the company completely going from 30% of the shares to 3%. Of course he was not a fan of this and took legal action. Eventually Zuckenberg's partnership with Parker failed because of the wild lifestyle he lead. Facebook was now Mark's, and the problems were all his.
How does this relate to Citizen Kane? Kane came from nothing, he didn't start as well of as Mark, but got there through adoption. From here, Kane's ambitions sparked a wild ride and lifestyle that was as big as his personality. His industry was newspapers, and he wasn't afraid to buy, sell, hire, and fire anyone in his way to get what he needed. At some point like in the Social Network, Kane hires his best friend virtually because he can.
Both of these men let their business consume them because of how quickly they popularized. They became self-centered and lonely. They may not have necessarily been bad people, but because of their work they became bigger than themselves.
Citizen Kane was an old tale set in the old world of business. The Social Network ironically is about everything that is destroying the papers now.
In an instant Saverin was erased from the company completely going from 30% of the shares to 3%. Of course he was not a fan of this and took legal action. Eventually Zuckenberg's partnership with Parker failed because of the wild lifestyle he lead. Facebook was now Mark's, and the problems were all his.
How does this relate to Citizen Kane? Kane came from nothing, he didn't start as well of as Mark, but got there through adoption. From here, Kane's ambitions sparked a wild ride and lifestyle that was as big as his personality. His industry was newspapers, and he wasn't afraid to buy, sell, hire, and fire anyone in his way to get what he needed. At some point like in the Social Network, Kane hires his best friend virtually because he can.
Both of these men let their business consume them because of how quickly they popularized. They became self-centered and lonely. They may not have necessarily been bad people, but because of their work they became bigger than themselves.
Citizen Kane was an old tale set in the old world of business. The Social Network ironically is about everything that is destroying the papers now.
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Interview with dad for class
With the elections that just passed I thought it would be a good idea to hear the voice of the people. And when I say the people, I mean my dad, because he has an opinion about everything (like much former Brooklyn dwelling Staten Islanders). Anyway, here's a sound click of our interview on my new best friend Soundcloud.com. Here I just ask him some basic questions and find out exactly what he thought.
A little ashamed to say it myself as a journalist, but I didn't get a chance to vote. Quite honestly, I was disinterested. Maybe it was because P. Diddy wasn't around waving his finger in my face yelling "Vote or Die", but then again, I don't listen to Diddy. After this election I plan on taking things more serious, but as a college freelance/sucker free work journalist- maybe in that time I'll have a job, so in the mean time I leave you with this...
I agree Jimmy, I agree...
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Journalism Project for class, Election Results
I know this may be a bad journalism thing for me to say, but I didn't follow the election and I didn't care. As most of you know, politics isn't my thing, hence why I don't write about it. When I was asked to express my feelings about the election, I had none. However, I really did like the "Rent is too damn high" guy. I was actually upset I missed my chance to put a legend in office. Really though, as I think about it, there never is a winner. The celebration last for a bit, but at the end of the day most politicians never even come close to what their objectives were. People are pissed no matter which way you look. You can't make everybody happy all the time.
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Interview about Neighborhoods with Hassan Fofana
Hassan Fofana, a College of Staten Island journalism student and former Liberian refugee has seen many different cultures in throughout the neighborhoods of New York and Liberia. Currently residing in a diverse apartment complex in Yonkers, Bronx- he also spends his weekends at the Park Hill Liberian Community Center. he says "Not many people from my area study or go to school, so the center is a good place to get work done."
Prior to living in Yonkers, Fofana bounced around parts of Jersey and New York City after arriving here from Africa in 2004. While in Liberia he lived in the town of Monvori, which is named after our 5th President, James Monroe. Fofana says the reason behind this is because Monroe helped African slaves in America help return home to their families and pick up the pieces of their missing ancestry back in Liberia. Fofana describes Monvori as mostly country, but with outskirts of city. He has lived in both areas, and traces his roots to the Mandingo Tribe of Kings in Africa.
This was a fun exercise in class.
Prior to living in Yonkers, Fofana bounced around parts of Jersey and New York City after arriving here from Africa in 2004. While in Liberia he lived in the town of Monvori, which is named after our 5th President, James Monroe. Fofana says the reason behind this is because Monroe helped African slaves in America help return home to their families and pick up the pieces of their missing ancestry back in Liberia. Fofana describes Monvori as mostly country, but with outskirts of city. He has lived in both areas, and traces his roots to the Mandingo Tribe of Kings in Africa.
This was a fun exercise in class.
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Staten Island Ferry Procedures
Hey all, updating this blog for the journalism class because this one didn't quite fit with music...
The Staten Island Ferry is one of the essential truths of New York City. Whether it be late, early, smelly, or scary- it is always there for our convenience.
The Ferry does not charge for its services, and yet it still comes to us, steadily, everyday without fail (sounds like all my writing endeavors).
What would happen if this service was halted? Thinking back the only two times I can think of where the Ferry went out was, 911 and the crash. What is the protocol? What do all the people already in motion over the water do if a situation arises that they should not move on (the class example was tornado or hurricane) Where will all the people go that are waiting?
I don't have the answers to these but it is an intriguing thought. How would one go about finding this information out? I know-I know, a lot of questions but the solution is pretty simple... call. Call the transit office or go speak to an authoritative figure there, maybe they can lead you to the right direction. The answer could be straight up, or they may give you the run around like most agencies do. I have found the quickest and most efficient way to get info is to just ask, you'll be surprised of the results if you put fourth a little effort.
The keys to finding out any good information are as follows:
1. Have the right questions prepared, and don't be afraid to ask the tough ones. Ease into the tougher ones as you become more comfortable with the person.
2. Make sure your sources are legit. If your sources are wrong or unreliable the story is shot, and all credibility is gone. Say goodbye to the career...
3. Get a quote, and get an opinion from someone who isn't a part of the story. This can include a passerby, and frequent visitor, etc.
4. Give credit where credit is due, and be true to the contributors. They will never work with you again if you fail them, and they could slander your name.
The Staten Island Ferry is one of the essential truths of New York City. Whether it be late, early, smelly, or scary- it is always there for our convenience.
The Ferry does not charge for its services, and yet it still comes to us, steadily, everyday without fail (sounds like all my writing endeavors).
What would happen if this service was halted? Thinking back the only two times I can think of where the Ferry went out was, 911 and the crash. What is the protocol? What do all the people already in motion over the water do if a situation arises that they should not move on (the class example was tornado or hurricane) Where will all the people go that are waiting?
I don't have the answers to these but it is an intriguing thought. How would one go about finding this information out? I know-I know, a lot of questions but the solution is pretty simple... call. Call the transit office or go speak to an authoritative figure there, maybe they can lead you to the right direction. The answer could be straight up, or they may give you the run around like most agencies do. I have found the quickest and most efficient way to get info is to just ask, you'll be surprised of the results if you put fourth a little effort.
The keys to finding out any good information are as follows:
1. Have the right questions prepared, and don't be afraid to ask the tough ones. Ease into the tougher ones as you become more comfortable with the person.
2. Make sure your sources are legit. If your sources are wrong or unreliable the story is shot, and all credibility is gone. Say goodbye to the career...
3. Get a quote, and get an opinion from someone who isn't a part of the story. This can include a passerby, and frequent visitor, etc.
4. Give credit where credit is due, and be true to the contributors. They will never work with you again if you fail them, and they could slander your name.
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