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The article by Joe Tarica, Cal Polys traditional Learn by Doing motto far superior to trite Mustang Way, ignores the difference between a motto and a code.
Learn by Doing is the academic motto for Cal Poly because it is a polytechnic university with a hands-on academic model. The Mustang Way is a code of behavior that addresses the attitude with which students, staff and faculty work together in a positive, cooperative manner to achieve excellence. One does not override the other they complement each other by addressing both the academic and the co-curricular attitudes embraced by any well-rounded higher-learning experience.
The assumption that the Mustang Ways popularity is only backed by President Jeffrey Armstrong and the Athletics Department is erroneous. The students took the original idea and developed it into something they can be proud of.
I would hope The Tribune, in the future, does a better of job of supporting Cal Poly than of finding fault. Where it should be applauding the broadening of the college experience, it is deriding the very things that it complains about in student behavior and negative impacts.
Instead of nurturing a positive town/gown partnership, it is fostering negative opinions.

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B&H Makes Adapting Cables Easy with Cable Finder
If you've been around film/video/audio in any professional capacity for a reasonable amount of time, you know that nothing ever just works. Each device has a seemingly different connector than the last, and you've always got every connector but the one you need. A new section of B&H called Cable Finder can help you find virtually any cable or adapter that they sell on their site. Not only is this great for experienced professionals, but if you've got some less knowledgeable folks trying to buy the right cables, they can look at the photos to determine exactly the cable or adapter they need.
Here's just a portion of the video section:
Most of the sections are mixed and matched with audio cables/connectors and video cables/connectors, but there's a good amount of overlap just in case you aren't sure exactly where a cable or connector would be located. I've run a few film screenings in the past, and I have a bag of cables and connectors that I would bring to each place and for every possible computer or DVD/Blu Ray device, and this site could have saved some time searching for the right cables. There are some specialty and rare connection ends that they list, and it's great to be able to see pictures of the connectors and match up the pins with the cable or adapter you need.
For many out there dealing with people who may not be professionals or aspiring professionals, you can direct your friends/family/relatives to this site and they can decide what they need by looking at the devices they're using and matching up the connectors. Of course, there's no requirement that these cables and adapters be purchased from B&H once you find the right connectors, but their products tend to be from established brands that have great warranties.
Link: B&H Cable Finder
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We're all here for the same reason: to better ourselves as writers, directors, cinematographers, producers, photographers... whatever our creative pursuit. Criticism is valuable as long as it is constructive, but personal attacks are grounds for deletion; you don't have to agree with us to learn something. We're all here to help each other, so thank you for adding to the conversation!
This is the coolest tool ever! Thanks Joe!!
I have been a very satisfied B&H customer for nearly a decade and this just shows how they keep improving their service and really care about their customers. Joe, I hear you about that bag o' cables! After running a film fest for 12 years, my bag has grown into a closet!
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Oh man, that would be a nightmare for me in terms of organization. I've got a hard enough time with the cables and adapters I've got now. But good on you for running a film festival, people have no idea how much work it takes.
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A jury found in favor of Carnegie Mellon University on Wednesday in a patent case with billion-dollar financial implications.
The jury in U.S. District Court found that Santa Clara, Calif.-based Marvell Technology Group and Marvell Semiconductor Inc. infringed on patents built on the work of CMU professor Jose Moura and then-student Alek Kavcic. The technology they developed increased the accuracy with which hard-disk drive circuits read data from high-speed magnetic disks.
Marvell argued that the method was subject to an earlier patent, acquired about 1995.
The nine jurors, however, found that Marvell not only infringed on the CMU patents but did so knowingly and had no reasonable defense. They awarded $1.17 billion in damages to CMU.
The jury's finding of willful violation of a patent could multiply that figure by as much as three times if U.S. District Judge Nora Barry Fischer opts for that remedy.
The Pittsburgh-based law firm K&L Gates represented CMU.
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Among many other motions challenging parts of the trial process, Marvell on Friday sought a mistrial. That motion was denied, without prejudice, by the judge, and could be revisited.
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FARMERVILLE, La. (KNOE 8 News) - A teacher at Downsville Charter School in Union Parish is behind bars Tuesday night."oh, it's unbelievable. I grew up in this community. I went to 8th grade at that school," Former student Brad Toft said.Toft is a former student, before the school became a charter. He and other neighbors are shocked to learn. 41-year-old Bridgette Gean is in jail facing four counts of molestation. Deputies say the teacher had sex with a 16-year-old boy, 11 months ago. At that time, the school was directly under the parish system."If in fact the charges are true, I think what you have is a betrayal," Superintendent George Cannon said.Dr. Cannon calls it the ultimate sin a teacher can commit. Off camera, several students say they were told the teacher was taking a sick day. Toft says the moment is now for parents to speak with their kids."Explain to them if anything like that were to happen, what to do and who to talk to," Toft said.
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Plank-Grilled Salmon With Lemon and Fennel
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- 1 large or 2 small cedar planks
- 1 fennel bulb, very thinly sliced, plus 1⁄2 cup of the fronds
- 1 lemon, very thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 2 3⁄4- to 3-pound piece salmon fillet (skin on)
- kosher salt and black pepper
- Soak the cedar plank(s) in water for at least 30 minutes. Heat grill to medium. In a medium bowl, toss the fennel and lemon with the oil. Place the salmon on the plank, season with 1½ teaspoons salt and ½ teaspoon pepper, and top with the sliced lemon and fennel mixture.
- Place the plank on grill, cover, and cook until the fish is cooked through, 35 to 40 minutes. Sprinkle with the fennel fronds before serving.
Nutritional Information
- Per Serving
- Calories 280
- Fat 13g
- Sat Fat 2g
- Cholesterol 99mg
- Sodium 456mg
- Protein 36g
- Carbohydrate 3g
- Sugar 0g
- Fiber 1g
- Iron 2mg
- Calcium 41mg
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Thread: Rio's take
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I can flow with the koom by ya aspect of the 10k post (or how ever you spell it).
But I stand by my policy of not responding to posts by those who don't at least have jr high diploma.
That stuff last week almost drove me away. One guy posted 16 times in one thread and said two things" bench Brad and Childress sucks".
I got the point the first time!
I guess I'm a little cranky this am as I am also serving my mandatory 4 hours work today like Z .
Good post Del and happy holidays.
Childress summed up this season before the season actually started.
" It all starts up front "
Unfortunately you can't buy your way to heaven!What takes a quarterback to the next level is not arm strength or mobility or any of that stuff. Its the ability to play on critical downs. Manage third downs, or red zones or four-minute or two-minute situations"
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Del, I always enjoy your posts.
Congrats on the 10K.
I will say that in general, I usually agree with your take on things.
I am, however, one of those posters who thought that a QB change (BB, not the rookie) might spark the team, and lead to a little more offensive production.
After the home loss to the Jets, with our playoff hopes pretty much dead, I don't think anyone could logically dispute Chilldress' decision to start TJ.
I am not a "Brad Hater", but I was glad to see him sitting last night.
I don't think that even the "Favre-u-lous" one,though,
could have performed any better with the support (or lack there of) that our QB got in that game.
Tarvaris played well enough to win, if he had just a little support from a couple more of his team mates (attention WRs).
As you said, football is indeed the ultimate team sport, and we've got major work to do this off season.
I, like most of you, have seen waaaay too many juvenile "Childress, Brad or whoever Sucks" posts.
Personally, I will continue to be optimistic, and support my team through these rough times.
Better times are coming...they can't get any worse than that miserable poop pie we were treated to last night.
I really don't think this team is that far from being a contender.
In Chilldress We Trust...I guess
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Great post Del.
The whole TJ vs. Brad thing has been divisive all year, and it has split the purple community right in half. It's a shame that it happened, but after last night it should be clear that the quarterback was never the issue.
The team needs help. They need personnel help, and they need coaching help. I, like you, have very little doubt that Childress will change some things this offseason. Any coach that goes 6-10 and doesn't change SOMETHING is a fool and likely a mental midget.
Things will get better!
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Good post Del and worth keeping for the 10,000th. Spot on with the assesssment and its true that any QB would struggle in the current set-up that we have. It will be interesting to see what the off-season brings for us.Time spent annoying a Packer fan is never time wasted...
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Good post Del, and I agree. I could not have said it better myself. TJ needs time to develope from someone with experience. BUT the rest of the team needs help also by the looks of it.
Those of you who doubt...read my scroll in my sig.
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congratz again on the 10 grand, and thanks for your wisdom and insight.
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The thing that I am thankful for is that Ziggy is not going to just sit on his ass. He will make things happen & get the right people. This being Childress' 1st year and all, he now knows what to expect & what to change. Hopefully Greenway will be back & prove to be a force. He's dying to get on the field. We have some good things going, like run D, Chester, the left side of our line....heck Leber & Winfield are studs. We will get better, and get the right pieces in line. One thing at a time. Could be worse......we could be Raiders or Lions fans
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Great post Del, as always!
You hit the nail right on the head.
Something about Brad sucks and TJ does not?
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I mentioned earlier in the month that when T-Jack took the field he did not possess magical dust that when he sprinkled it on the field & all of a sudden the players would start playing better & the penalties would disappear.
It fell on deaf ears. Unfortunately it had to happen against the Packers at Lambeau to prove that the underlying problems are many & a QB alone can't change that & for some to realize that fact.
I found it humourous & yet annoying that some still praised Jackson & said he had a good game, yet they chastised Brad & said he sucked during our 30-20 win over the Lions, despite the fact we won & Brad had better stats.
Hopefully, we are all on the same plane as Vikings fans now and realize many problem areas need to be addressed on both sides of the ball & througout the coaching staff.
I don't know what the offseason will bring in the line of F/A signings & drafts other than the immediate need for a wide receiver, but I'm waiting in anticipation.
With the huge money signings of McKinnie, Henderson & Williams taking place this season, I'm not sure what cap numbers the Vikings have to work with.
What will it take to get our players to execute the plays the way they should be executed? That is the big question. Having big name players & talent on this team doesn't mean squat if they can't execute the plays as a team & continue to provide us with costly penalties.
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Well I saved my 10,000 for this. I avoided responding to personal attacks, I avoided jumping on people for posting from the neather regions of their jiggly butt and I actually got some work done this week.
For three months a handful of people have been trying to convince everyone that the Offense needs a lot of work and that changing the QB is not going to fix anything. I endured fallacies about where Brad places the ball, how hard he throws the ball, how he can't move, how he is washed up. Then I watch the guy that alot of people want to hang their hat on do even worse then Brad did.
And you know what it isn't really his fault just like it wasn't Brads fault. Only now we agree not because you choose to watch the game as a whole but because you have to find a way to protect your investment in TJ. And that is why it is poopy and that is why many teenagers on this site have ignored me for questioning the logic. Now when they have a motive to accept the truth they do.
I have read all morning from these people, if we had WR's if we had a better tackle, less penalties................yes if we had all those Brad would have been fine as well, but what has been kicking around for the last couple months apparently only applies to Tarvaris. I was told he is mobile and would avoid the big sack I watched his jiggly butt eat turf all night. By who? A defensive end.
A week or so again there was a thread about eating crow and Tarvaris. Where is that crow? Where are those people who were trying to serve it? This issue is a smaller version of this whole site. Don't get butt hurt when someone calls you out on something especially when you're pulling it straight from your jiggly butt.
I am definately not someone who makes the rules around here nor would I want to be, but I would suggest and hope that we can all let this pooh die. Our team needs help, I don't want to see words like brad lover, or Tjack fanboi (which I have used myself) Brad hater........it should be obvious to everyone now that this team as a whole needs some work. Now obviously you do not need to take my advice and if you don't it is no big deal. It is the holidays, our favorite football team needs to regroup and hopefully they can rally around TJ and improve in the offseason.
He is a rookie, but this situation he is in with our WR core and our swiss cheese pass blocking is not fair. It wasn't fair to Brad and it wont be fair to TJ. I suggested you will see more of the same regardless of who is in there and we did and you add a rookie into the mix and you saw worse.
It is the greatest team sport in the entire world IMO. Every single person has a job to do and if even one person doesn't do it to perfection then things go down hill fast. No QB in the NFL could succeed on this team right now IMO. You could put Manning back there and he would look like a scrub. I'm rooting for TJ and I have very little doubt Brad Childress will address our needs in the offseason and regroup.
Everyone keep your chins up, we knew it would be a rough go in the offseason and then we won a few and got excited, it has been finger pointing and fights ever since then. Lets take a break from that myself included and just try to gear up for a better offseason.
Nevertheless it were - as allways from you - a good post, and the quote I highlighted I'll take along with me. Lets all keep our chins up, and watch the team rebuild into a championship team.
Congratulations on the big 10K, I'll be looking forward to reading the next 10K from you.
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This chick's name is Pamela Jenkins. In Las Vegas she is known as the Cupcake Queen. Pamela was born in Jacksboro, Texas. According to her website, she "studied in New York City, Spain, Argentina, and has traveled the globe. She is a total "foodie," loving to visit the culinary establishments of Vegas." Riveting. She ended up in Vegas as the executive assistant to the CEO of the Golden Nugget casino. One day she was sitting in her office reading a story in the newspaper about a woman who was selling cupcakes. In January 2006 she quit said job and opened The Cupcakery in Vegas. She sold 275,000 frickin' cupcakes (at $2.75 a pop) in one year. This summer, The Cupcakery will open a location in The Shops at Starwood in Frisco. You'll be interested to know that when Jenkins is not spending time creating new cupcake recipes, she spends time with her three dogs Josephine, Tora, and Calypso, riding horses, and doing Bikram Yoga. You'll also be interested to know that in my spare time I write about former executive assistants who turn into millionaires by selling cupcakes. I want my mommy.
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Just what this area needs is another franchise offering up the overpriced cupcake. (Thought at first this post was about re-cycled Trophy Wives.) Lemme tell you, I wouldn't pay 2.75 for a cupcake unless I was making a video about diabetics filing bankruptcy.
fortunately, you've got a job that's emotionally fulfilling. (i thought you spent your spare time peering at birds?)
that shops at starwood is something else
Have zero idea why my above posted under 'RawDog's name but alas, it was me.
I bet that Bikram Yoga guy thinks he is a lucky man.
Let's just hope they're better than the paperweights they sell at Sprinkles.
Duck cupcakes? What is it, duck confit????
Hey, those 972s need a place for cupcakes too, since the gasoline cost of driving to Sprinkles in their monstrous SUVs is more than the cost of the 3 cupcakes they'll buy at Sprinkles.
Meanwhile, if I'm jonesing for a cupcake, which I never have, I'll run to my Tom Thumb and get a dozen for $3.99. And theirs will likely be just as good.
How long do I hold my airplane yoga pose to burn off the calories in one overpriced cupcake?
Seriously, is the boutique cupcake bakery the new wine bar? You don't live in cool area until you have one?
I think I will open a muffinery next to her cupcakery.
Good for her! I don't know why all these people have to be so negative. I think this is a very creative idea. $756,250 in cupcakes her first year, doesn't look like she's the "stupid" one. Way to go Pamela!
If you need a cupcake fix while near the amazing museum district in Fort Worth then check out The Cupcake Cottage! They've got a simple, but very good website and amazing cupcakes.
Happy for Plano's new cupcakery, but thought everyone should know there's already a great alternative to Sprinkles.
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Earlier, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that the Oakland Raiders would be willing to trade any player on their roster in an effort to rebuild. This would include Pro Bowl cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha.
AFC West blogger Bill Williamson says that a deal could make sense "at the right price". Oakland, who does not have a 1st round draft pick this year after spending it to get Richard Seymour from New England, would surely be looking for one in return for Asomugha. Would it make sense for the Steelers to seriously pursue him? The defense still lacks a true "shut down" corner and the position is still one of the weaker spots on the roster.
Asamugha's contract runs through the 2011 season and if the Steelers are truly interested in improving the secondary, there would be no better way to do so than adding the (in my opinion) best cornerback in the league. Parting with a 1st round pick is not desirable, but if the Steelers end up picking where they want, it would be a very low pick while the quality of cornerbacks in each draft has gone down each year. With probably only 3 excellent CB prospects in the draft (Patrick Peterson, Janorice Jenkins and Amukamara), the Steelers wouldn't be in a position to draft any.
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Those who know me know I'm a lousy cook. Give me water and I can somehow set it on fire.
But baking? Baking I'm a little better at. Not good enough to be a regular for my daughter's preschool bake sale, but I've managed to stumble upon success for a few foods, including my Zucchini Muffins.
I can send these muffins to school in Cordy's lunchbag and Cordy thinks they're a special dessert. She doesn't care that they have whole wheat flour or zucchini in them – she just thinks they're yummy. (Hey Jamie Oliver – your Food Revolution is starting a new chapter right here!)
I like that I can guarantee there's no corn syrup, food dyes or other artificial food products in these muffins, which is way more than I can guarantee of the food served up at our local schools. Also, I love that even though Cordy and Mira watch me make them, they don't even realize they're eating vegetables!
You'll never see me sharing a lot of recipes here, but I will share this one, because I think it's pretty damn tasty. Also, while I may call it "my" recipe, it's actually a slightly modified version of a zucchini bread recipe on AllRecipes.com. But a few friends on Facebook asked for the recipe, so I figured it was easier to post it in one spot than to send out several e-mails.
Zucchini Muffins
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour *
* change to 3 cups whole wheat flour if you prefer
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon*
* substitute nutmeg or other spice here if you have a cinnamon allergy (my girls have mostly outgrown their intolerance to it)
3 eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup natural applesauce (no sugar added)
1 cup white sugar
1 cup brown sugar *
* you can use all white sugar if you like, but I prefer the addition of brown – go with your preference
3 teaspoons vanilla extract (REAL vanilla ONLY)
2 cups grated zucchini
1 cup chopped walnuts
1. Grease two muffin pans. (I use cooking spray.) Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
2. Sift flour, salt, baking powder, soda, and cinnamon together in a bowl. Don't have a sifter? A whisk works well enough.
3. Beat eggs, oil, applesauce, vanilla, and sugars together in a large bowl. Add sifted dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, and beat well. Stir in zucchini and nuts until well combined. Pour or spoon into greased muffin pans, filling each space only 2/3 to 3/4 full to allow for expansion.
4. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean. Cool in pan on racks for 20 minutes. Then remove muffins from pan and completely cool.
Cooling them while still in the pan is important. I found if I take them out of the pan too soon, they become hard on the outside.
If you're going to keep these muffins around for more than a few days (good luck – they go fast here), store them in the fridge. A quick 5-10 sec. microwave zap will warm them up again.
Changes to the original recipe included cutting the oil in half and substituting applesauce for the other half, using whole wheat flour, cutting back on the amount of sugar and using half brown sugar. I've tried several variations on the recipe, including substituting 1/2 cup of ground flax seed for 1/2 cup of flour, and nearly every variation has still turned out well. It's a great recipe to play with and make it your own.
Added bonus: after baking these, your entire house smells delicious for the next 12 hours!
There you go – my one and only attempt at ever sounding like a food blogger. If you make these, be sure to tell me how they turned out for you, and any changes you made to the recipe!


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The Blackhawks have stormed back from a 3-1 deficit in the series against the Red Wings to force a decisive Game 7 in the Madhouse. Can they close it out with a third win in a row?
So feel free to use this thread as your not-as-insane-as-SCH spot to talk about the game. Puckheads and curious onlookers are both welcome to contribute - these threads have often acted like impromptu hockey instruction schools in the past, so if you have a question ("What's the difference between icing the puck and freezing the puck?"), feel free to ask.
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First recommendation for inclusion in the authorisation list
The REACH Regulation requires that ECHA identifies from the "Candidate List" priority substances to be included in Annex XIV of REACH (the "Authorisation List") and recommends Annex XIV entries (i.e. transitional arrangements and, where relevant, exemptions and review periods) for these substances to the European Commission, taking into account the opinion of the Member State Committee. The European Commission finally decides, by "comitology" procedure (with scrutiny), which substances will be included in Annex XIV and with which entries.
ECHA will make recommendations at least every second year.
ECHA's Annex XIV Recommendations:
In addition to its recommendation, ECHA provided the European Commission with several background documents which give more details and justifications for the prioritisation and, where relevant, the recommendation for Annex XIV entries.
General approach documents:
- General approach for Prioritisation of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHCs) for Inclusion in the List of Substances Subject to Authorisation: this document describes the general approach taken by ECHA for prioritising the substances that are listed on the present list of candidate substances for inclusion in Annex XIV (the "Candidate List")
- General approach for defining the Annex XIV entries: this document describes the general approach taken by ECHA for developing its draft Annex XIV entries (e.g. application and sunset dates, exemptions for certain uses) for the substances which have been prioritised.
|Substance Name
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|CAS Number
|Link to ECHA's background document 1
|4,4'-Diaminodiphenylmethane (MDA)
|5-tert-butyl-2,4,6-trinitro-m-xylene (Musk xylene)
|Alkanes, C10-13, chloro (Short Chain Chlorinated Paraffins - SCCPs)
|Benzyl butyl phthalate (BBP)
|Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP)
|Dibutyl phthalate (DBP)
|Hexabromocyclododecane HBCDD), and all major diastereoisomers identified, i.e.: alpha-, beta- and gamma- hexabromocyclododecane
|247-148-4 and 221-695-9
|25637-99-4 3194-55-6 (134237-50-6) (134237-51-7) (134237-52-8)
1 These updated background documents are based on "(ECHA's) Prioritisation and Annex XIV Background information" and "Justification for the Draft Recommendation of Inclusion in Annex XIV" as developed by ECHA for each substance and published on ECHA's website on 14 January 2009 in the framework of the public consultation on the priority setting and the draft recommendation (see "Further information")
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On Aug. 28, the U.S. Federal Deposit Insurance Corp (FDIC) will vote on whether to release for public comment a revised proposal to curtail risk in the mortgage market and limit poor underwriting practices that fueled the housing bubble. The rules would require lenders and bond insurers to hold a portion of the loans they pool and sell as securities, with the exception of those that are deemed low risk.
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Rape case dropped against Oxford Union President Ben Sullivan (From thisisoxfordshire)
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POLICE have confirmed no further action will be taken against the Oxford Union President who was arrested on suspicion of rape and attempted rape.
Ben Sullivan, 21, was arrested in May and bailed until today .
A spokeswoman for Thames Valley Police said the decision had been made by the Crown Prosecution Service.
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Myron Blatz wrote:No. It's because this allegation is easy (and totally devastating) to make but requires persuasive evidence to prosecute.
Isn't it odd how many cases are 'dropped' - could this be because of apparent Police ineptitude or the power which some indovoduals might hold?
Just like any other offence as it happens.
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Appeals are pending....watch this space.
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tinsel84 wrote:I sincerely hope so. The savagery with which Clifford was sentenced tells all you need to know. The judiciary knows which way the wind is blowing. Got to get the wimmins' vote , have their political masters. What better way than to remove the rules of corroboration, travel back to a time before half the population was born and Hey ladies! Look at us! We've brought those wicked men to book Don't forget - next May, will you?"
Hmm, not sure just how much "persuasive" evidence is required. A few people recently have been sent to prison on virtually no evidence for "historic" crimes, which could never be proven even if they had happened. Crown Court not interested in hearing any evidence from the defence and clear presumption of guilt.
Appeals are pending....watch this space.
Ad of course the usual suspects, the lefty glitterati, wouldn't come to the Union Debates. CPS will be Son of Satan at West Hampstead dinner parties this weekend.
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UFC 174 wasn't exactly going to blow up the rankings unless there was a major upset in the main event for the second PPV show in a row. Since there wasn't...yeah, not much happened. The bantamweight division saw a bit of a change, as did the light heavyweight weight class. But that's about it. Oh, a middleweight that was removed from the rankings due to a contract issue is back already. Big surprise there.
Anyway, here's a rundown of the minor changes division-by-division. 205 has an interesting addition.
P4P - No changes.
Heavyweight - Soa Palelei moved up one spot to 14. Andrei Arlovski made his UFC rankings debut in the 15 spot. Brendan Schaub is no longer ranked.
Light Heavyweight - Ryan Bader moved up one spot to eight, passing Mauricio Rua. Chael Sonnen was removed from the rankings due to his retirement. This allowed Ovince St. Preux to move up three spots to ten. Vitor Belfort and James Te Huna moved up one spot due to Sonnen getting bounced. And entering the list for the first time at 15 is none other than Fabio Maldonado. Yes, this is how thin LHW is.
Middleweight - Vitor Belfort and Lyoto Machida continued to jockey over the number one contender spot. It's Belfort back in front this week. C.B. Dollaway moved up one more spot to nine, passing Costa Philippou. Mark Munoz re-entered the rankings one week after being removed due to a contract situation. He's in the 13 spot, which bumped Tim Boetsch and Brad Tavares down one spot to 14 and 15. Thales Leites was removed from the list again.
Welterweight - Tyron Woodley's loss to Rory MacDonald sent him down one spot to four. Carlos Condit, the man that Woodley defeated in his last bout, is now back ahead of him at three. Sure.
Lightweight - No changes.
Featherweight - Clay Guida passed Dennis Siver for the seven spot. Dennis Bermudez and Jeremy Stephens flip-flopped the 10 and 11 spots for about the fifth update in a row.
Bantamweight - Mike Easton dropped six spots from 8 to 14. This allowed Johnny Eduardo, Bryan Caraway, Francisco Rivera, Dominick Cruz, Alex Caceres, and Erik Perez to all move up one spot. Yves Jabouin didn't make the list despite his win over Easton.
Flyweight - Tim Elliott dropped from a tie for nine with Zach Makovsky to having the 10 spot to himself.
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---- — DANVERS — St. John's Prep basketball coach John Dullea can live with the routine as long as it produces the desired result.
For the second straight night in the IAABO Board 130 Basketball Classic, the Eagles built a big first-half lead, watched it whittle away to nothing in the second half, then closed it out in the final few minutes. Last night St. John's did just enough down the stretch to hold off the surging Andover Golden Warriors to capture the tournament crown, 60-52.
"That's kind of our thing," Dullea quipped. "We get a big lead, let them come back, then finish them off at the end. It doesn't make my job any easier."
The Eagles (16-4) were playing their typical tough defense and getting just about everything they wanted on offense in the first half, carrying a 36-22 lead into the locker room. Andover found a spark during the break, however; holding St. John's to just six points in the third quarter and trimming the deficit to seven (42-35).
Andover (15-4) eventually pulled even on a Ryan O'Connell 3-pointer with 5:10 to go and again after David Giribaldi converted two free throws with 3:28 left. But the Eagles never let them take the lead.
It was nearly a carbon copy of St. John's Prep's win over Lynn English the night before.
"Getting over the hump, it's always tough. Every coach in America will say the same thing. You put everything into getting it even, and then you take a deep breath and they make a three or get in the lane and make a play," Andover coach David Fazio said. "We worked hard to get it even but they still made the plays, all the props to them."
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#21 Spring Into Proper Pet Nutrition
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Show #19 Pet Adoption Heroes
Over 125,000 pets find homes every month thanks to Petfinder.com, the online, searchable database for adoptable pets. Petfinder.com founder, Betsy Saul visits the Beastro to talk about how Petfinder.com got it's start and how it's working to end euthanasia as a means to control pet populations. Rogers' Rescues tells us why adopting pets from foster homes has its benefits and there's still time to enter the Unconditional Love Muffins Facebook contest.
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Have you done some crazy things for the love of your pet? In celebration of Valentine's Day, we'll hear from pet parents across the U.S. who've done funny things or made amazing sacrifices for their pet. Michael Massie of Young Again Pet Food joins the Beastro to educate us on "no-spin pet nutrition", and our Unconditional Love Muffins Facebook contest promises paw-some prizes for some lucky pets, including Ascenta Omega-3 supplements for dogs, cats or horses.
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The Things We Do For Pet Love: Thanks to all our guests for sharing their heartwarming stories in honor of Valentine's Day.
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Welcome our new sponsor, Ascenta! Learn about the benefits of Omega-3 fish oil for your dog or cat (or yourself).
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Show #17 Does Your Pet Need a Tic-Tac?
Caution: Bad breath can spell bad health!
Does your pet have bad breath? Then they may have periodontal disease, the most frequently diagnosed infectious disease in dogs and cats. Heidi Lobprise, DVM DAVDC of Virbac Animal Health joins the Beastro to teach pet parents how to manage a pet's dental health at home and at their veterinarian's office. Also, Ascenta is our new sponsor! Product specialist Wendy Porteous tells us how Omega-3 fatty acids can improve our pets' health and longevity. Lastly, pet parents are encouraged to enter the Valentine's Day Facebook contest for great prizes.
Be sure to read more about Virbac Animal Health chews, rinses and toothpastes to help you manage your pet's dental health at home. Ask your veterinarian about which products would be best for your pet. And watch for special savings on Virbac products in this month's Dog Fancy or Cat Fancy magazine.
I promised Dr. Lobprise that I would start brushing Chilly's teeth, and I did! We started slow this weekend getting him used to the toothpaste and toothbrush. If we can do it so can you:)
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Show #16 Feline Stress Adressed
Cats outpace dogs as the favorite American pet, but despite our love for them, felines, they have about 50- percent fewer veterinary visits than dogs. Elizabeth Colleran, DVM, past president AAFP joins us to talk about the Cat Friendly Practice initiative. Sherry Wilson, DVM of Ceva tells us about Feliway, pheromone products to de-stress our pets and Donna Bainter, certified behavior trainer at the SPCA Tampa Bay helps Kristen with tips on adopting her next cat.
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Show #15 Pets & Paramours
Today, we're talking pets and marriage. Alison Bowman, marriage expert and author of Project Happily Ever After joins us to talk about how pets can strengthen or weaken a marriage. Kelly Merritt shares a real love story of man, woman and dog and we talk to the creator of the "Croc" inspired pet bed—one lucky winner takes one home.
All about Alisa Bowman: Alisa is a marriage expert for every woman and the author of Project Happily Ever After—a story about saving your marriage when the fairytale falters.
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Show #14 In The Raw
Supporters of raw feeding for pets believe that the natural diet of raw meat, bones, and organs is superior nutritionally to highly processed commercial pet food. Decide for yourself as homeopathic veterinarian, Dr. Christina Chambreau visits the Beastro to educate us about feeding raw. Geoff Bowers, founder and director of K9Natural (and Feline Natural) stops by to share his story and his passion to bring pets the best diet we can humanly provide. Finally, the scoop on a must-enter pet prize sweepstakes from Tagg.
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Intrigued by feeding raw? Here are more resources provided by internationally known, homeopathic veterinarian, Christina Chambreau, DVM.
Dr. C's Recommended Books: Rationale for Animals Nutrition – Randy Wysong, Dr. Becker's Real Food for Healthy Dogs and Cats, Unlocking the Canine Ancestral Diet – Steve Brown, See Spot Live Longer – Steve Brown and Beth Taylor, Pottinger's Cats
Geoff Bowers, founder, director K9Natural and Feline Natural
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There's a lot to be learned about how you can help your cats live a healthier more adventurous life—in the safety of their own home! Pam Johnson Bennett, certified cat behavior consultant helps us to "think like a cat" so we can better understand their behavior. What about our dogs? Ruff Wear teaches us about the great dog sport of Joring!
Show #12 Baby It's Cold Outside!
Cold weather can be fun and exhilarating, especially when you add snow and the holidays, but winter can pose some very serious hazards for our pets. Vetstreet.com's Dr. Marty Becker offers advice on how to prepare your pets to weather winter in a healthy way. Two other companies dedicated to helping pets stay safe and warm in winter join the show, Steve Vernick tells us about Safe Paw, a non-toxic ice melter and Susan Strible joins us from Ruff Wear, performance gear for dogs on the go.
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*Read a recent Vetstreet.com blog post by Dr. Marty Becker, Weather Proof Your Dogs and Cats in Time for Winter.
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Chilly's pet gift picks for 2012:
According to a recent survey, 51% of pets will get a holiday gift this holiday season! On average, pet parents will spend $46 for that treat. Below are Chilly's top picks for pet gifts this year, starting with pet presents under $20.
Pet Gifts Under $20!
Angry Birds pet toys: Available at mass merchants, grocery stores and online merchants. $3.00-10.99
Kyjen Smart Dog Puzzle Toys: www.kyjen.com and Petco for $8-$12.
Humunga tongue, mustache and lips chew/fun toy. Available at moodypet.com. $12 ea or $10 for 2 or more. Free gift wrap.
Pampered Pets on a Budget book… 25% savings on the paperback thru Dec 15. Go to www.pamperedpetsonabudget.com. Paperback $11.99 or Kindle version $9.99.
Pet n' Shape treats: Healthy, all natural freeze dried chicken liver, peanut butter, banana. Starting at $2.99 at www.petnshape.com
Smart Bones: Healthy alternative to raw hide from $4.99-12.99 at www.smartbones.com.
JW Dog Toys: Durable, patented honeycomb design makes for a bouncy fetch ball, but also a stretchy tug toy. Stuff a treat inside and watch your pooch work it!
Catty Stacks: Eco friendly, economical and made in the USA at just $15 a box. Go to cattystacks.com to find a local retailer or purchase on line.
Frolicat: Twitch, Sway and Bolt toys, all under $20 at www.frolicat.com or a pet supply store near you.
Pet Gifts Starting Under $100
The Pet Loo: Three sizes available ranging from $99-$149. Wee Care supplies available for easy clean up. Visit PetLoo.com for training videos and details.
Tagg The Pet Tracker: Normally, $199, now available for just $99 at www.tagg.com, with family plans available.
KatKabin: For sleeping and scratching, the Scratch Kabin is $99 at pet stores and www.katkabin.com.
Kurgo & Sherpa: Harnesses in 4 sizes, $19-29, booster seat is $60 for dogs up to 30 pounds at www.kurgo.com. Sherpa carriers $90, www.sherpapet.com.
Ruff Wear: Omnijore Joring Harness, Quinzee jacket and performance booties at www.ruffwear.com.
Pet obesity is an epidemic in our country. Fifty three percent of dogs and cats in America are overweight or obese, therefore subject to serious health complications or premature death as a result. Dr. Ernie Ward, author of Chow Hounds and top dog in the battle against pet obesity joins Kristen Levine to talk about prevention and healthy pet lifestyles. Listen to win one of the pet must haves for 2012! This week's show kicks off a contest featuring over $500 in pet prizes.
Dr. Ernie Ward: http://chowhoundsbook.com/Welcome.html
Pet Obesity: http://www.petobesityprevention.com/
Listen to win: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Kristen-Levine-Pet-Lifestyle-Expert/246800755359132?sk=app_79458893817
Secret Question: Has your pet been naughty or nice?
Pet health insurance is commonplace in the United Kingdom, but only 3-5% of U.S. pet parents hold a policy for their best friends. Healthy Paws Pet Insurance founder, Steve Siadek explains how pet insurance works and how to carefully chose one that's right for you. Another "how to" comes to us from Merrick Pet Care, how to read a pet food label, and how to save on your pet budget tips from Pampered Pets on a Budget.
Get a free quote at: www.healthypawspetinsurance.com
Check out reviews, ratings and opinions on various pet health insurance providers at http://www.petinsurancereview.com/
Listeners will be treated to a 10% lifetime discount by entering promo code "RadioBeastro"!
WIN—Starting Dec. 1st, log into Kristen's Facebook page to learn how to win awesome prizes before the new year!
Show #9 Road Rules for Safe Holiday Pet Travel
According to PetRelocation.com, sixty percent of pet parents travel over 50 miles with their pet last year and seventy–one percent indicated that their pets safety is their primary concern when planning travel. Megan Blake and Tout Suite the travel kitty join Kristen to talk about safety precautions before you hit the road. Camp Bow Wow offers peace of mind solutions for those who cannot take their pet along for the ride.
JENNY AND WRIGLEY: Thanks to Jenny Brandhorst for sharing her scary tale about Wrigley's recovery from a terrible auto accident. See Wrigley's before and after photos. He's doing great these days and Jenny never travels without putting Wrigley in a kitty carrier for safety. Lesson learned.
Keep up with Megan Blake, Tout Suite the travel kitty and Super Smiley at Pet Life Radio.
Surf Kurgo.com for pet auto restraint systems.
Thanks to Dacia Henshaw at Camp Bow Wow. Check for a location near you and hurry up to make holiday reservations!
WIN: $50 Gift Coupon to Camp Bow Wow! Be the first to email Kristen to "beg" for the prize!
Fetch Kristen's new book, Pampered Pets on a Budget: Caring for your pet without losing your tail!
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Caring for a pet doesn't have to break the bank. Kristen Levine invites her co-author, Jeff Barnes, to share the secrets to saving smartly in their new book, Pampered Pets on a Budget, Caring for Your Pet Without Losing Your Tail. Also, Stacy Mantle of PetsWeekly.com offers online saving secrets for pet parents, and find out what's in the prize kennel at the tail end of the show.
Stacy's new book, Shepherd's Moon
Prize Kennel:Pet n' Shape: The first three listeners to email us about the show (firstname.lastname@example.com) will receive a bag of premium Pet n' Shape treats!
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Pet obesity is an epidemic in our country. Fifty three percent of dogs and cats in America are overweight or obese and subject to serious health complications or premature death as a result. Dr. Ernie Ward, author of Chow Hounds and top dog in the battle against pet obesity joins Kristen Levine to talk about prevention and healthy pet lifestyles. Pet fitness camps and a chat with Petcurean Pet Nutrition round out this comprehensive pet fit show.
HOW TO WIN THIS WEEK'S PRIZE: Three lucky winners will win a 6-pound bag of Petcurean Pet Nutrition dog or cat food. Simply dial 866-864-6112 and give the password, "Radio Beastro" to the customer service representative. Petcurean will take care of the rest!
Chef Lisa's Special Holiday "People Treat" (not for pets!):
Fresh Apple Crisp with Oatmeal and Cranberry
1 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 cups (packed) light brown sugar
1/2 stick butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 1/2 pounds cooking apples, cored and cut into wedges
1 1/2 cups oatmeal
1 stick butter, cut into small pieces and at room temperature
1 cup dried cranberries
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a mixing bowl, combine the water, 3/4 cup brown sugar, melted butter, 2 tablespoons of the flour, salt, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon of grated nutmeg, whisk until smooth. Place the apples in a 9 by 2-inch glass baking dish (10 cup) and pour the liquid sugar mixture over the apples. Mix well. In a mixing bowl, combine the remaining 3/4 cup brown sugar, remaining 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, remaining 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, 1 1/2 cups flour, oatmeal, butter and cranberry. Using your fingers, work the mixture together until it resembles a coarse crumb-like mixture. Sprinkle the oatmeal topping over the top of the apple mixture. Bake for 1 hour, or until the apples are tender and the crust is golden. Remove from the oven and cool completely. Place a spoonful of the crispy into each serving container and cover tightly with a lid.
With the holiday season just around the corner, some of our pets have bad manners that will annoy our guests and embarrass us! There's time to polish those bad habits if you're willing to commit to a bit of retraining. Greg Kleva, professional Dog Behavioral Therapist and Master Trainer with Bark Busters Home Dog Training joins us today to offer solutions to our listeners. Also, Sue Potter from Bissell teaches us how to tackle the toughest pet stains of all.
Didn't get your question answered on the show? Tune in to hear Greg Kleva, each Thursday evening at 8pm on "It's A Dog's Life" on Martha Stewart Radio, Sirius XM 110. Greg takes your calls live on air.
For a Bark Busters trainer near you, visit www.barkbusters.com.
This week's giveaway: 3 left! Pee Eww Pet Urine Stain/Odor Remover Kit (complete with black light!)
Next up we have Tech Treats with Baxter the Wonder Schnauzer… by Lauren Spencer:)
As the human in this relationship, I know I'm supposed to be the pack leader. But I'm ashamed to admit that the power dynamic has been shifting since day one, putting Baxter and I on pretty equal footing as we battle for the top dog position. For the longest time I thought I was training him, but as it turns out he's training me. Case in point… I give him a treat whenever he goes into his kennel… so now he goes into his kennel, and I give him a treat. Baxter 1. Lauren 0. Time to call in the high tech toys.
Stain Solver
BISSELL Homecare, Inc. (FREE)
Carpet stains. Upholstery stains. Ugh. When they happen, you need quick access to solutions that you can trust. Enter the BISSELL Stain Solver: tips and techniques for over 100 stains, developed by the BISSELL floor care experts.
Cesar Says…
National Geographic Society (FREE)
Carry Cesar Millan quotes in your pocket! This soundboard features a variety of Cesar's well-known quotes and his signature 'Tsst!' used to remind dogs, and people, who the pack leader is.
Smart Dog Training
The Trustee for Tirolia Trust ($1.99)
Complete video based lesson plan to help you train your dog. An entire training course for the price of a sandwich!
• Featuring twelve easy to follow video-based lessons. Perfect to take with you to the park, beach or backyard!
• Each lesson has an accompanying set of slides to help you learn and instruct your dog at your own pace.
• Download lessons over WiFi, or individually.
• Alternatively, stream high or low quality video straight to your phone over 3G.
• Useful notepad to keep track of your training progress.
Tyler Bowers LLC ($0.99)
Keep track of your dog's food and potty breaks! For times when Fido can't join along, this app allows your dog's caretaker to send you updates on when your dog was fed, walked, or given medications. If you're a professional dog sitter, you can use this app to send time-stamped e-mail reports after each walk, or dog sitting session, to your clients.
Dog Whistle
Wawa Mobile (FREE)
This app offers whistle frequencies up to 20,000 kilohertz and mimics various dog whistles to help train your dog to do tricks. It also has a "bark detector" that triggers a whistle tone when the dog's sound level exceeds a certain threshold.
Pet Acoustics
Pet Acoustics ($1.99)
This app gives you streaming music designed especially for your dog, cat or horse. For pets that are afraid of thunderstorms, fireworks or other loud noises, this app plays soothing music to help keep them relaxed. Helps relieve stress while you wait at the vet's office!
Show #5: Howl-o-Ween — A Tricky Holiday for Pets
Halloween is second only to the Fourth of July as the second busiest day for lost and found departments at animal shelters. Today's show is about protecting your pet from becoming a lost pet statistic. Kristen Levine talks about pet I.D. must haves and Dave Vigil from Snaptracs visits to talk about the latest innovation to monitor your pet's location, Tagg-The Pet Tracker. Chilly gives away SmartBones and Kitty Boinks to listeners' pets.
Having a missing pet is a frightening experience, but even worse, are the statistics about lost pets.
- A family pet is lost every 2 sec (27,000 a day!)
- Only 15% of lost pets are reunited with their families
- Fewer than 5 % of cats and 15% of dogs entering shelters are wearing identification
Halloween Edition of "Tech Treats" with Baxter the Wonder Schnauzer…
If you're into gadgets there's a 50% chance that you're a geek… okay, it's actually a 99.9% chance, but I say this with love because Baxter and myself are both geeks. But unlike me, Baxter doesn't get much of a chance to express his inner geek… he doesn't have an office he can decorate with vinyl toys and his lack of opposable thumbs prevents him from playing the Xbox or PS3.
But this Halloween is your chance to let's your pooch's geek flag fly… and we're going to share a few costume ideas that will help you do just that!
Star Wars Costumes ($9.99 – $12.99)
In 1977, George Lucas created the Star Wars Trilogy, an epic saga that would come to define a generation. Star Wars would play an integral role in the childhood of millions of children worldwide. And with the help of these costumes, Star Wars can play an integral role in your dog's Halloween (and just to be clear we're talking about the the original films here, not the prequels…. We don't speak of the prequels). Yoda, Darth Vader, Princess Leia… Each costume contains a headpiece, jumpsuit, and attached human arms.
All three are available at Think Geek.
There is an awesome photo of an Italian greyhound dressed as an AT-AT floating around the interwebs… he's actually gotten so internet famous that he has his own Facebook Page… Bones Mello the At-At Dog.
Video Game Characters (Starting at $35.00)
Baxter's research turned up a real gem at the Gypsy Eyes Clothing store on Etsy. They sell a dog costume patterned after Yoshi from Nintendo's Super Mario franchise.
FYI: If you're a fan of J.K Rowling's work, they also carry Harry Pawter and Hermione Granger dog costumes.
DC is more fairly represented in the pet costume world than Marvel…
Batman (more than one style is available: the 1960's Adam West version, and the Christopher Nolan Dark Knight version)
Wonder Woman
Flexi PC Pet ID Tag ($14.99)
The Flexi PC Pet ID Tag is a rugged USB drive that is waterproof and shock proof, and easily attached to your pets collar. This product is no longer available at the Think Geek online store, but can be purchased on Amazon.com.
LED Collars ($22.95-$49.99)
Or go low tech with a Glowdoggie™ LED collar. This German-engineered safety light collar will make sure your dog stays visible, and safe, when you're trick or treating together. ($49.99)
Baxter also likes Flash Dog's LED collars ($22.95). Their website, www.flashdogusa.com, reminds me of the movie TRON. Take a look and you'll see what I mean.
Have you seen that video of the Pomeranian dressed in a TRON costume playing Donkey Kong… we'll post a link for you on the Pet Beastro website!
Pet Pedometer ($19.99)
This pedometer for your pooch is durable, water resistant, easily attached to your pet's collar and features a step counter and activity timer. You can calculate exactly how many steps it took before your dog tried to divest himself of his or her costume!
Show #11 Chow Hounds
Pet obesity is an epidemic in our country. Fifty three percent of dogs and cats in America are overweight or obese, therefore subject to serious health complications or premature death as a result. Dr. Ernie Ward, author of Chow Hounds and top dog in the battle against pet obesity joins Kristen Levine to talk about prevention and healthy pet lifestyles. Listen to win one of the pet must haves for 2012! This week's show kicks off a contest featuring over $500 in pet prizes.
Dr. Ernie Ward: http://chowhoundsbook.com/Welcome.html
Pet Obesity: http://www.petobesityprevention.com/
Listen to win: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Kristen-Levine-Pet-Lifestyle-Expert/246800755359132?sk=app_79458893817
Secret Question: Has your pet been naughty or nice?
Understanding the human component of the equation is the real key to creating safe communities where dogs live. When things go wrong and a human is injured by a dog, the circumstances leading up to the incident is what created the occurrence, not the breed of the dog. People often want to believe that breed is the cause because it is finite and easier to understand, but statistics show that circumstances are more accurate dog bite or dog attack predictors.
Laura Petrolino of StubbyDog.org joins Kristen to talk about changing the perception of pit bulls through education.
American Human Association Stats
-92% of fatal dog attacks involve male dogs, which were not neutered
-72% of fatal dog attacks involved chained dogs
-50% of dog attacks involve unsupervised children under 12-years of age
-25 different breeds of dogs have been involved in over 200 fatal dog attacks in the U.S.
Dangerous Dog Checklist: There are certain criteria that are consistently present in dog-related injuries. A non-profit group called StubbyDog.com is working to change public perception and to improve the lives of pit bulls and other breeds that are dubbed dangerous. They created a Dangerous Dog Checklist–a reference checklist for the ingredients that, when mixed together, have the potential to create dangerous dogs.
So, what's missing from the list above? The breed of the dog is not a checklist item. That's because any dog, of any breed or breed mix, can become dangerous in the hands of a reckless, irresponsible owner. We also have to use our common sense and supervise children around pets. There is a human component in any dog related incident and it's important for us to understand what those are, so that we can be aware of what stressors can lead to a dog being aggressive.
FYI…AMERICAN PIT BULL TERRIERS were a sign of dignity and strength in American in the early 20th century. An American Pit Bull Terrier was the first decorated canine war veteran, Hellen Keller had a pitbull named Sir Thomas, Petey on the Littel Rascals was a pit bull and Buster Brown's dog was a pit bull. Sadly, many American's now fear this breed and others, primarily because of the way some groups of people have chosen to use them and abuse them. PIT BULL AWARENESS DAY IS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22 "BLESS THE BULLIES".
Next up we have Tech Treats with Baxter the Wonder Schnauzer…
Baxter loves Facebook… he even has his own Facebook page! Why a PAGE and not a PROFILE? Although he vehemently denies it, Baxter is a dog, and as such he's not allowed to have a profile. Profiles are for people ONLY, and so a canine that creates a profile for themselves is actually violating Facebook's terms of service and risks having their profile deleted without warning… and as if that weren't bad enough, he has to access his account via his iPhone because I won't let him actually use my laptop… but that doesn't stop him from logging on every chance he gets. He mainly uses the social media network to keep tabs on his favorite animal welfare and advocacy groups, and keep in touch with his diverse pack of doggie friends, which includes a rescued pitbull mix named Mr. Bugglesworth!
So, in honor of Mr. Bugglesworth and this week's Pet Beastro Topic, Pitbull Awareness, we're going to be reviewing Baxter's favorite pro-pitbull Facebook pages… See them at right side of this blog!
Show #3 Bring Out the "Inner Kitty" in Your Cat
This week's show is a tribute to cats! There are 86.4 million pet cats in the US—about 10 % more than dogs. But while they are the favorite pet, they tend to get the short end of the stick when it comes to having an enriching, engaging home environment. There's a lot to be learned about how you can help your cats live a healthier more adventurous life—in the safety of their own home! Sandy Robins, pet lifestyle expert, uncovers the latest products designed to add adventure your feline's home, and Pam Johnson Bennett, certified cat behavior consultant helps us to "think like a cat" so we can better understand their behavior.
Sandy Robins: pet lifestyle expert, journalist and author
Pam Johnson Bennett: certified cat behavior consultant
New Feline Enrichment Products:
Frolicat TWITCH – battery-operated toy that can be present so that your cat can play when you are away. It automatically bounces and swings to tease and enticing teaser feline enthusiasts..
The Catitude - A cat condo that looks like a real tree – stylish and fun
Catty Stacks — Cat furniture has never been so fun! You already know your cat loves playing, hiding, nesting, stalking, and sleeping in almost any box. These industrial-strength boxes are made from incredibly strong Corrugated Ultraboard™ which is recycled, recyclable, and uses vegetable-based ink. Catty Stacks secure to each other forming stable structures and can be easily moved and rearranged, helping maintain your cat's interest. Create climbing structures to promote healthy exercise. Excellent for multiple cats.
Treat Mazes – fun puzzle games for cats – basically they are interactive treat dispensers or food dispensers.
The Sunny Cat Bed – a window perch that has suction cups to attach to a window or glass door to give cats a purrfect view of the world outside.
Today's Prize: Kitty Katnapper Hideaway Bed
Nyan Cat iPhone Game:
Nyan Cat Lost in Space – $0.99
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Etsy Crafts:
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Cat Paint
This handy $0.99 app is the premier cat-based image editor for the iPhone and iPod Touch, and allows you to add cats to any photo!
Effortlessly add any of sixteen adorable cats to your photos using an intuitive gesture interface… Select a cat from the menu, tap anywhere on your photo to place it. Pinch to rotate and scale. Thanks to the lastest update, cats now come equipped with lasers, for inter-galactic kitty-combat!
Endorsed by Taylor Swift, James Franco, Katy Perry, Paris Hilton, and Emma Stone. Used by NASA Mission Control (actually!). Featured on Gizmodo, MacWorld, CNET, Discover Magazine, and most of the internet.
· Use photos from your library, or take a new one.
· Choose from sixteen cat "brushes"
· Cats meow as they are placed. Adorable!
· Paint, move, scale, flip, and erase, for complete control of cat placement
· Lasers! Kitties are now fully enabled with laser eyes.
· Email your creations to friends and foes alike
· Share using Tumblr, Twitter, or Facebook
· Save photos to your Camera Roll
Cat Diaries: The First Ever Movie Filmed by Cats!
This Purina Friskies YouTube Video was filmed from a feline POV… 25 "kitty filmmakers" sported collars equipped with video cameras to create the four-minute short.
Thanks a handy little gadget called the Eyenimal, your cat (or dog) can likewise document their waking moments for $134.
• 8GB built-in Flash memory
• Recording format AVI
• Voice recorder with built-in microphone
• USB transfer
• Video capture resolution: 680 x 480 pixels
• Video capture at 29 frames per second
• Battery charging via USB connection
• Battery life: 2 and a half hours
• Weight: 35g
There's a much cheaper option out there that takes static photos, rather than video called the Pet's Eye View Camera. This lightweight, compact digital camera clips to your pet's collar and carries a $40 price tag
• Auto interval settings (1, 5, and 15 minutes).
• Internal memory stores up to 40 photos.
• 640 x 480 resolution for 4 x 6 prints.
• Includes USB cable for uploading photos.
• PC and Mac Compatible.
• Includes rechargeable Lithium-ion 100 mAh battery.
DJ Cat Scratch Turntable
Check out the hook while your kitty revolves it!
This isn't an Internet meme, so much as a really cool, geeky cat product.
Baxter is a huge fan of video games, and one of his recent obsessions is DJ Hero… and if your cat feels the same they are going to LOVE this cat scratch turntable from English product design company SUCK UK. This cardboard, mixing deck-shaped cat scratching mat – with spinnable deck and poseable tone arm.
Available from Perpetual Kid for $35: http://www.perpetualkid.com/dj-cat-scratch-turntable.aspx.
Show #2: Dog Mountain, with guest Gwen Huneck
There's a special place for dog worshipers in St. Johnsbury, Vermont called Dog Mountain, and there's no better time to visit than this fall. The late, great artist Stephen Huneck created Dog Mountain and the infamous Dog Chapel in 2000. Today, it's become a meaningful destination for dogs and their people to play, to pray and to discover beautiful art that celebrates pets. Gwen Huneck, wife and loving caretaker of Dog Mountain joins Kristen to talk about why people travel from all over the globe to experience the charm and spirituality of this magical place. Also, since autumn is an awesome time to snap photos of your pets, listeners will be treated to Baxter the Wonder Schnauzer's Tech Treats — cell phone camera photo tips for snapping sweet shots of your pets this fall.
Dog Mountain: http://www.dogmt.com/
Giveaway: The first 6 listeners to go my Facebook Page and post a photo of their adopted pet and where they adopted them will receive Bissell's new "Pee Eww" kit, complete with black light to detect urine stains!
Tech Treats with Baxter the Wonder Schnauzer (and Lauren Spencer)–Take Great Pics of Your Pets this Fall
Actually, Baxter couldn't be here today because… he's prepping for a one-dog retrospective at the Guggenheim. He is a huge photography buff… his favorite subject is bacon (specifically hickory smoked maple bacon).
So today, in honor of Baxter's favorite artistic medium, we're going to be sharing digital camera tips to help you capture both your pet and the changing colors of fall in the best light…
Any time of year is a great time to snap a photograph of your pet, but Fall, in particular, is a great time to move those shots outdoors… And since most smartphones on the market have five to eight megapixel cameras with zoom, led flash, autofocus, and other great features… the means to capture the colorful fall foliage will never be far from your fingertips!
Here are some tips on how to get the most out of your smartphone, or digital point and shoot, camera:
Photograph around sunrise and sunset for the best light and color.
These times of day have a brilliant quality to the light that yields great photos. That's because when you take your pics 1-2 hours after the sun rises or before it sets… the sun is at a perfect angle to make the colors warmer, really bringing out the reds and golds, and provides a softer, more flattering natural light… you also get some nice shadows which add depth to your photos.
It can be a challenge to get your dog to sit still for a photo… it's recommended that you either tire him out or distract him with treats. I get some of the best Baxter photos once he's exhausted himself fetching tennis balls or playing tug… his tongue is usually hanging out of his mouth and he's too tired to fidget…
Work a long walk into your leaf-peeping schedule, prior to busting out your camera. Not only will it work to wear down your dog, but it will also provide a nice opportunity to take in the scenery and scout out the best photo locations.
Another way to get your pup to sit still and look at the camera is to have some treats handy. Hold a treat in one hand while holding your camera in the other to direct your dog's attention… I find an almost-empty jar of peanut butter quite effective.
Natural light is always your best bet. A flash can set off red eye or reflections (aka laser beam eyes)… so if you're using an iPhone 4 or a HTC Evo you'll need to turn off the LED flash… and another great tip if you're using an iPhone 4, try turning on the high dynamic range (HDR) setting.
When you have the HDR setting engaged the camera will automatically capture three photos of the scene — each with different exposure levels. Your iPhone will layer the shots together to create a single photo that combines the best elements of each shot and more accurately represents the wide range of light in the scene. Both the regular shot and the HDR photo appear in the Camera Roll.
Many photos have a camera-phone look not because of the hardware but because of the typical camera-phone angle: eye level, far from the subject. To get the best photos, shoot from unique perspectives.
Getting on the same level as your pet is a great way to capture some dramatic, yet natural shots. To help reduce camera shake, take a deep breath before you take the shot.
Universal Wide Angle/Macro Lens attachment for your camera phone… available from the Photojojo store for $20: http://photojojo.com/store/awesomeness/cell-phone-lenses/
Works with any camera phone and attaches/detaches via a magnetic ring that sticks to your cell, providing a sturdy, shake-free hold between the lens and your phone.
The removable Macro ring allows you to capture close-up details, while the Wide Angle Lens allows you to cram more into one shot.


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The seats were far better than I had expected and each ticket at my price range included $10 worth of free food. Hard to beat this deal!!
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Definitely a 5-star rating for the event; however, the stadium personnel at the "Grand Staircase Box Office" which is where GoldStar members are told they must pick up tickets, were not at the box office when they were supposed to be. But that...continued
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Better seats than I expected! And the signage directing us to the correct will call ticket office was greatly appreciated.
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