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2011 Audi TTChange
2011 Audi TT Expert Review:Autoblog
There is only one Audi TT RS in the entire United States right now. And here we are, hurling the black coupe down the front straight at Willow Springs Raceway at 132 mph. We've been invited out to the sunny California desert on a pristine day to flog the hottest-ever Audi TT back-to-back against its TTS sibling, along with a few stints in the all-new S4 and R8 V10 for good measure.
The TT RS isn't simply another upgraded model in the automaker's diversified lineup. The TTS (and the other standard performance models) come from the Audi AG Sport division, while the TT RS was incubated and hatched by Quattro GmbH – the team who brought us the nefarious R8, RS4 and RS6. And while we've seen the TT on our shores with four- and six-cylinder powerplants, the new five-cylinder engine marks a significant departure for the front-engine coupe and convertible (even as it pays homage to the original 1980s-era Audi Sport Quattro).
So what makes the TT RS special and how does it fit into the current TT lineup? More importantly, how does the enthusiast-tuned package work under demanding track conditions? We intend to find out while answering a very important question for Audi: Should it bring the TT RS to the States?
Photos by Drew Phillips / Copyright ©2010 Weblogs, Inc.
Pop the front hood of the TT RS and you will observe a beautifully finished transverse-mounted inline-five complete with painted red valve covers. Displacing 2.5-liters, the iron block/aluminum head powerplant features direct-injection and turbocharging to squeeze out a robust 340 horsepower. That's admirable power, but more impressive is the 332 pound-feet of torque starting at just 1,600 rpm (the TTS makes 265 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque from its 2.0-liter turbocharged four). Mated to a new six-speed close-ratio manual transmission – the only gearbox offered on the TT RS – power is predictably sent to all four wheels through Audi's Quattro system (using a specially-modified Haldex multi-plate clutch). The automaker says the TT RS will sprint to 62 mph in 4.6 seconds (cutting half-a-second from the TTS). Top speed is limited to 155 mph unless you opt (pay) to have it removed for the enjoyment of explaining to the judge why you were doing an unrestricted 174 mph on Interstate 95.
In addition to the unique engine and transmission, the suspension is also upgraded (lowered ride height and firmer springs). However, Audi's magnetic ride adaptive damping system wouldn't be offered in the U.S. market if Audi pulls the trigger. The brakes are upgraded to 14.57-inch rotors with four-piston calipers in the front (the TTS wears 13.4-inch units) while the rears share the TTS' 12.2-inch diameter discs with single-piston calipers. Our test model was sporting 255/30R20 Continental tires on all four corners.
The TT RS is physically differentiated by its unique front fascia (including a jet black RS-line honeycomb grille), side skirts and special rear diffuser with dual oval exhaust tips (the sport exhaust option receives black tips, not chrome). The pop-up spoiler is gone and replaced by a fixed rear wing. Additionally, if the model makes it to our shores, it will arrive with brushed aluminum mirrors and exclusive 20-inch wheels (our TT RS had carbon-fiber mirrors and Euro-spec 20-inchers). The interior has a delectable dimpled-leather, flat-bottom steering wheel with a thickness that seems to match the diameter of a Red Bull can (we exaggerate, but it's close). Other cosmetic touches are found on the instrument panel and console. Sadly, we can ignore the sport seats in the pictures – they don't meet our DOT standards.
Overall, the RS package really adds an aggressive edge to the TT's modern styling – it has sex appeal, but the black exterior doesn't show it best. From the front, side or rear, the special aerodynamic package makes the TT look expensive. It reeks of exclusivity (Audi verbally reinforces that point as it mentions an expected low sales volume if it arrives). You won't see yourself mirrored in a TT RS at a stoplight. Trust us.
We spent several hours lapping Willow's "big track" in Audi's hottest cars. As expected, the R8 V10 is pure mechanical bliss – few things in life are more enjoyable than viewing a wide open track through a closed helmet shield from the R8's driver seat at 140 mph. Even the family-oriented S4 sedan never ceases to amaze us with its civility, balance and track prowess. But we need to focus on our stated objective: To wring the tires off the TT RS.
The TTS and TT RS are both very stable and confidence-inspiring on the track, but the RS model is much more at home thanks to its special powertrain. We particularly enjoyed its six-speed manual transmission – reinforcing our complaints about Audi dropping the option from the TT in 2010. The gearbox seemed very suited for its intimate relationship with the turbocharged five. Willow Springs is a big fast track that has most cars running in third or fourth gear to hold their normally-aspirated engines in the power band. Thanks to the aforementioned low-end torque, the TT RS preferred to pull strongly solely in fourth and fifth gear – there wasn't a need to drop into third unless you were looking for a few remaining tenths in a fight for the podium.
With its 403-pound engine transversally-mounted in the nose (along with its weight bias), the Audi TT RS eventually understeers when driven at its limit of adhesion (you'd be hard-pressed to notice it outside racing conditions in the RS). Unlike other TT derivatives, the RS' turbocharged five-cylinder's massive torque reserves allow bold drivers to give the coupe even more gas in these situations. With some weight immediately transferred to the rear wheels and a bit more steering input, the all-wheel-drive TT RS seemingly cheats the laws of physics as it howls around the corner holding its line.
Our sole grievance – just one – was only evident at triple-digit speeds. When the brakes were firmly applied at 125-plus mph the TT RS would get light in the rear end and nervously oscillate until speeds dropped down to about 80 mph. Since this didn't occur with the TTS, we figured it was the either the overheated street tires, suspension settings or a poor alignment on this particular tester.
Bust out the spreadsheet and you've got a good idea of where the TT RS fits in. Included in the range are the TT, TT "S line," TTS and the not-yet-available-here TT RS. The standard TT coupe starts at about $38,000 (add $3,000 for the drop-top). Opting for the "S line" sport cosmetic package adds another $2,200 to the price. The TTS variant is delivered with an upgraded engine and other performance modifications with a starting base price of $45,900. Audi won't give us estimated base pricing for a U.S. model TT RS, but they did assure us it would cleanly undercut its targeted Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG (base $66,650) and Porsche Cayman S (base $61,500). With an estimated 0-60 time of 4.4 seconds, it should run at the front of the pack too.
This track exercise was designed to tease a handful of American journalists with the next-best-thing to the R8 flagship in Audi's arsenal. It worked. The TT RS is a big step up from the TTS. Not only do you get the terrific lag-free turbocharged five and the slick six-speed manual transmission, but it comes with the looks and performance to justify its (um... theoretical) segment-beating price. The Audi team here in the U.S. really wants to bring it over as a halo car (not for its sales volume or potential profit), but the folks back in Ingolstadt need some encouragement. The logic says if Autoblog liked the TT RS, our readers would be the first to hear about it. With that mission in mind, and a set of worn and corded 20-inch tires left back at the track, we say go for it Audi. Was denken Sie?
Photos by Drew Phillips / Copyright ©2010 Weblogs, Inc.
New Car Test Drive
Unique sports car with all-wheel drive, Bauhaus styling.
The Audi TT offers quick acceleration, crisp handling, remarkable efficiency and a beautiful interior, all wrapped in a stunning, highly distinctive body that will not be mistaken for anything else on the road.
For 2010, Audi has simplified the TT lineup. All 2010 Audi TT models come with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine and Audi's S-tronic DSG transmission. The six-speed transmission works like a conventional manual without a clutch pedal, and can be operated as a full automatic, or as a manual via the gearshift or steering wheel paddles. (The V6 is no longer available.)
Quattro all-wheel drive gives the TT enhanced handling tenacity and, with an appropriate choice of tires, excellent bad-weather capabilities. (No front-drive models are offered.)
The TT is available as a coupe or roadster. The coupe has 2+2 seating, meaning two adults in front plus two non-complaining and hopefully very small persons in back. Still, it's really a two-seater, but the coupe does offer an impressive amount of cargo space under its rear hatch. The roadster has a power-folding soft top that opens in seconds, with no pretensions of being meant for anything other than two people who travel light.
The TT has a 2.0-liter four-cylinder that makes 200 horsepower and 207 pound-feet of torque. It offers three equipment levels and several options, including some really neat leathers and interior trim. We think it's worth taking time to consider them all.
The TTS is powered by a different version of the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, rated at 265 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque, with a greater emphasis on all-out performance throughout.
Fuel economy for the TT line is remarkable, given the levels of performance and standard all-wheel-drive, with an EPA-rated 21/29 mpg City/Highway, regardless of the model.
The interior is stunning, with a brilliant design and layout, beautiful detailing, tight panel gaps and first-class materials. But what really sets this sports car apart, and has since the introduction of the first TT a decade ago, is its wonderful exterior design. The TT has a look and a style that is both classic and contemporary. Those shopping for a sporty weekend toy or a reasonably practical all-season sports car would do well to take a look at the TT.
All 2010 Audi TT models come with quattro all-wheel drive and Audi's S-tronic DSG automatic transmission.
The Audi TT Coupe 2.0T ($37,800) and Roadster 2.0T ($40,800) are powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, generating 200 horsepower and 207 pound-feet of torque. The 2+2 Coupe has a split-folding rear seat. The two-seat Roadster has a power-folding convertible top.
Standard features include leather/alcantara upholstery, automatic climate control, a tilt-telescoping leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, manually adjustable front seats, aluminum interior trim, a 140-watt audio system with nine speakers and a single-CD player, Bluetooth compatibility, fog lights, automatically deploying rear spoiler and 18-inch alloy wheels.
Options are grouped in three packages: Premium Plus ($2,000) adds heated, 10-way power adjustable seats and automatic headlights with Xenon projector beams. Prestige ($4,780) includes Premium Plus, a GPS navigation system with real-time traffic reporting and a loadable hard drive, an audio upgrade with 225 watts, digital processing, 12 speakers and a six-CD changer, and upgraded Silk Nappa leather upholstery. S-Line trim ($2,200) adds 19-inch wheels and a sport-trim body package. Stand-alone options include Audi Magnetic Ride ($1,400); 19-inch wheels ($800); Alcantara inserts and other interior upgrades.
The Audi TTS Coupe ($45,900) and TTS Roadster ($48,900) are powered by a version of 2.0-liter four-cylinder with more turbocharger boost. Output increases to 265 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. The racier TTS models are equipped comparably to the standard TTs, though they come standard with Audi Magnetic Ride variable suspension and the S-Line body trim. The TTS is available with the Prestige package ($6,050), which includes 19-inch wheels.
Safety features include front airbags, seat-mounted side airbags for front passengers, protecting both head and thorax, ABS with electronic brake force distribution and brake assist, stability control, active head restraints, and a tire-pressure monitor. Roadsters have rollover bars mounted behind the seats, and coupes have LATCH-style rear seat child-seat anchors. Quattro all-wheel drive is standard, along with anti-lock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist.
Audi has done a fine job evolving the original TT into something both contemporary and unique. Design elements from the 1920s Bauhaus style remain, but the 2010 TT is sharper than the original, with more angular lines and crisper edges. It remains a car for those seeking something different.
At 164.5 inches long and 72.5 inches wide, the TT fits right in the heart of the premium sports car segment. It's longer and wider than the BMW Z4 and Mercedes-Benz SLK, but more than six inches shorter than the Porsche Boxster and Cayman.
The TT's black, single-bar grille creates a strong family resemblance with the sedans in Audi's lineup. The side of the car features a character line that connects prominent wheel flares.
The TT coupe's graceful roof resolves into a rounded rear end. Audi has chosen a traditional soft top for the TT roadster, rather the convertible hardtop many manufacturers have adapted.
The roadster's power top is extremely easy to use. There are no latches, so it opens in 12 seconds and closes in 14 at the touch of a button. Better still, it can be operated at up to 30 mph, in the event the weather changes suddenly. Both body styles have a spoiler that pops up at 75 mph and retracts at 50 mph. Another button allows the driver to deploy or retract the spoiler at any time.
Below the TT's surface, Audi Space Frame (ASF) architecture is intended to be both light and strong at the same time. The space frame is made of cast, extruded and stamped steel and aluminum components, as opposed to a traditional unibody structure that has only steel stampings. The coupe's frame is 69 percent aluminum and the roadster's is 58 percent aluminum. The roadster is reinforced behind the seats to make up for the rigidity lost due to the lack of a fixed roof. The performance-honed TTS model makes even more extensive use of aluminum in suspension and body components to further reduce weight.
The Audi TT's interior pleases in nearly every respect. The design is classic and contemporary at once, and quite attractive. Finish quality is first rate, and there is a surprising amount of space in the TT, compared to many cars of its type. The only significant interior change for 2010 is the addition of real-time traffic tracking to the optional navigation system.
Sports cars are often difficult to enter and exit. Getting into the TT requires a step down, but it's not extreme and, once inside, the TT has ample room for most drivers. A 6-foot, 7-inch friend said he fit well in the TT, but found BMW's Z4 to be cramped. The front seats are comfortable and have nice bolstering to help keep occupants in place in fast turns. Visibility is good to most angles, but there is a notable blind spot to the right rear in coupes and in roadsters with the top up.
The TT cockpit is highlighted with real aluminum trim, and put together nicely. The tolerances are tight, and the plastics are both sturdy and soft to the touch. The leather upholstery is attractive, and the Prestige package makes it even more so, with ultra smooth, soft Silk Nappa leather seats and a leather-covered instrument pod. Audi offers numerous interior color options, as well as the Baseball-Optic leather package that features a Madras Brown color and thick stitching inspired by baseball gloves. It's a TT tradition, and pretty swell.
The gauges are trimmed in silver with black faces. Trip computer information is displayed between them. All of the controls are within arm's reach, and they adjust with precision. Without the optional navigation system, the controls are easy to find and operate. With the navigation system, however, the TT gets a version of Audi's Multi Media Interface (MMI). This system absorbs the audio controls, and while it's better than the point-and-click systems used by some other luxury car builders, it still adds steps to simple tasks like changing the radio station. MMI might appeal to techies, but most of us would prefer something less complicated.
The rear seat in the coupe is too small for all but small children, and even they may complain. It's really best used for packages and briefcases, and that isn't a bad thing. Cubby storage is limited in the forward part of the TT's cockpit. Neither the coupe nor the roadster has enough interior storage for small items.
Cargo space, on the other hand, is quite good for this class. There is plenty of room for luggage in the coupe, even with the rear seats up, and with them down cargo capacity expands from 13.1 to 24.7 cubic feet. Folding the rear seats forward creates a flat load floor and a lot more room than one finds in a BMW Z4 or Mercedes SLK. Cargo space in the TT roadster is tighter overall, with 8.83 cubic feet. The convertible top doesn't intrude much on trunk space, however, and a pass-through is available to accommodate longer, narrow items.
The roadster's soft top has three layers: the sturdy outer material, with a glass rear window, a middle layer of thick foam and an attractive headliner available in multiple colors. As such, the soft top provides almost as much noise and temperature insulation and the coupe's fixed metal roof.
Driving Impression
Any of Audi's four TT models is fun to drive. The scoot built into these cars definitely lives up to expectations established by their racy looks and interiors. The TTS comes closest to what automobile enthusiasts might call classic sports-car feel.
Audi has long been a leader in all-wheel-drive technology, and its quattro package works as well as any AWD system available. In recent years, the company has moved quattro's standard front wheel/rear wheel power distribution more toward the rear, and that's evident in the TT. The extra bit of power directed to the rear wheels in most driving circumstances gives the TT more of a rear-drive, sports-car feel. Still, the quattro system automatically shifts power front to rear to optimize overall traction, and that makes the TT a great sporty car for those who live where the weather turns very wet, slushy or snowy.
TT buyers should be wary for winter driving, however. All models now come standard with summer-type performance tires. We highly recommend a set of winter tires for those in the Snow Belt, ideally mounted on a second set of wheels.
All TTs offer sharp handling. The standard models have a bit of body lean during hard cornering, but still grip the road well. They are stable at all speeds, and perfectly willing to be tossed into tight corners. Steering is quick, predictable, and direct. At the limits, however, in truly aggressive driving, the standard TT can reach the distinction between a sporty car and a pure sports car. The TT has a significant front weight bias, meaning most of its weight rests over the front tires. It has a slight tendency toward plowing its nose, as if the front tires are sliding as it turns. This is actually very safe behavior, but it's what expert drivers expect more in a typical family sedan than a pure sports car.
The TT also has a comfortable ride. Movement of the standard 18-inch wheels soaks up small bumps nicely, though very sharp irregularities can occasionally jolt passengers. In normal cruising, the cabin is quiet for a sports car. Tire noise can become pronounced on rough surfaces, but wind noise is well-checked. There's a sporty, growling exhaust note but its something most TT buyers will relish. And the TT roadster is one solid convertible, with almost no windshield flex or cowl shake.
The standard TT's engine/transmission pairing is responsive, and acceleration is quick. While its engine is smaller than some might expect in a performance car, the TT's 2.0-liter four-cylinder is turbocharged. It makes a lot of horsepower (200 hp) and torque (207 pound-feet) for its size, and the car is relatively light. Audi says the 2.0T can launch the TT coupe from 0-60 mph in 5.9 seconds, and the roadster in 6.2 seconds. Yet thanks to the engine's overall efficiency, both cars are rated at 29 mpg Highway, according to the EPA.
The 2.0T engine has little turbo lag, making it quick from a stop and responsive at speed. It runs out of steam above 6000 rpm, though, so it's best to shift before that point. No problem there. Audi's six-speed S-tronic DSG transmission allows manual shifting (via steering wheel paddles or the shift lever) that's as precise and immediate as a conventional manual transmission with a clutch pedal. The DSG will hold whichever gear the driver selects in almost all circumstances. Yet it will also work exactly like a full automatic. As an automatic, it shifts quickly and without a jolt. The automatic Sport mode holds lower gears longer to keep more accessible power on tap.
The TTS models feature an uprated version of the 2.0-liter engine. Modifications include revisions to the cylinder head, connecting rods, pistons, turbocharger, fuel injection system and exhaust system. The result is even more horsepower (265 hp) and torque (258 pound-feet). The TTS coupe will accelerate from 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds, breaking the five-second threshold that defines elite performance cars. Yet it still maintains that 29 mpg EPA Highway rating. It's a remarkable combination of performance and efficiency.
Handling is even sharper with the TTS, thanks to firmer springs. Yet fide quality is not seriously compromised, because the TTS comes standard with Audi Magnetic Ride suspension. AMR utilizes a fluid in all four shocks that, when subjected to an electric charge, changes the shock's damping characteristics from comfort oriented to firm and sporty. The process is automatic, based on both road surface and how aggressively the TTS is driven.
The TT's brakes did not fade in the face of aggressive driving, and maintained a consistent feel when the brake rotors got very hot. Audi's electronic stability control system doesn't intrude too soon, allowing some slip without prematurely cutting the throttle. With the Audi Magnetic Ride Suspension, the electronic stability control is programmed to give the driver even more leeway.
The Audi TT appeals to sports car enthusiasts and weekend cruisers alike. Its powertrains are responsive and quick, with a transmission that could be the best compromise ever between a manual and an automatic. The steering is sharp and the handling is crisp. Quattro all-wheel drive gives the TT good all-weather capability, with the right choice of tires. The hatchback TT Coupe offers cargo versatility, while the TT Roadster offers top-down fun. Both deliver impressive fuel economy for the rate of acceleration and overall level of performance.
NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent Kirk Bell filed this report from Chicago, with J.P. Vettraino contributing from Detroit.
Model Lineup
Audi TT Coupe 2.0T ($37,800); TT Roadster 2.0T ($40,800); TTS Coupe ($45,900); TTS Roadster ($48,900).
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Apartment Design in Timisoara with Ingenious "On Sale" Decorating Items
This stylish and highly functional apartment was redesigned by Ştefan Lazăr, a Romanian interior designer and real estate specialist. The loft is located in Timisoara, Romania and represents a family gift for their son. Decorated on a small budget, with a lot of interesting objects which the designer knew they were "on sale', we consider this crib to be quite inspiring. Some of the items, such as the kitchen and living furniture pieces were custom made. Highly functional, the decorating items have well defined roles and make good use of the available space. The ergonomic chair in the "office room" and the elegant glass table are just some of the objects bought on sale. As you can see, they create a practical and cozy work environment. The bedroom spells "intimacy" and is enriched by the unusual looking chandelier. We particularly like the "bar" area and the futuristic white chairs (also purchased on affordable prices) which brighten up the whole space. Tell us what you think. – Pictures got from Stefan, but he asked us to credit : Casa si Gradina & Erstudio
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Amazing lighting choices!
nice apartment but i don't know what it means "Decorated on a small budget". I'm from Romania and i Know how much it cost what we see there.
It's more like an exclusive advertising this post.
Most of the objects were acquired from sales or directly out of showrooms. It's true that some of the pieces aren't cheap, but those are the pieces that need to last in time.
I agree with the fact that is very nicely decorated although for Romanian standards this is definitely not made on a small budget (we're currently decorating our loft so I know very well the market).
Anyway, for a young man this is great; I bet he impresses all the girls he brings over.
The only part I dislike is the bathroom which I find too dark for its size. The lightning is interesting for a bathroom but not bright enough, especially as the tiles are dark colored.
Anyways, thanks for sharing Romanian lofts designs as well. It's even better than what you find in interior decoration magazines from over here.
I am from Romania. This is just an advertisement for sure. "Decorated on a small budget" :)). Tell us how much money you have spent on these and we will judge if it's small or not. About the design, I think it's an unfortunate mix of original good taste items and IKEA style items. It looks like the decorator has run out of money and patience during decoration :). Lighting objects are at least weird and not practical for sure. This apartment looks like a disco rather a place to live on daily basis. But I guess it's a matter of taste…and we don't discuss tastes. I see Lux likes it :).
Have to say it looks great! I'm from Bucharest and I'm currently renovating my appartment and this is so inspiring. Love the chandeliers and all the lighting objects. Usually I would say that it lacks colour but the honey coloured wood floors and furniture make it warm and inviting. And I love the bathroom, such a daring choice to put dark coloured tiles in such a small place, but it looks so classy and masculine.
About the pieces that were bought on sale, good job! I was interested in the sleek office chair , since it's bought on sale and I'm looking for one for my home office…
Great place! Thanks for sharing!
thumbs up man, word up
that spoiled brat…
his parents have spent serious cash on that hose… and i agree with anyone else here who says it wasn't cheap, cause it WASN'T! well, maybe those slippers were :))…
anyway, the apartment is magazine fit, on a big scale i enjoy it myself but if i had THAT kind of money.. i would have chosen warmer stuff – of course, my own thoughts on this one
and stop being so surprised whenever something from RO is displayed on this website. the guys behind are Romanians, from Timisoara in fact
and at leas 5 of US here are Romanians as well
see you in IKEA :D…. not!
It's very nice but …. "Decorated on a small budget…." Come on…who in this world will believe the crap with small budget…
It's very nice
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Study shows access to food impacted by racial makeup of neighborhood By WRVO News • Feb 7, 2014 Poor neighborhoods in urban areas are known as food deserts, where access to grocery stores is limited. This week on WRVO's health and wellness show Take Care, hosts Lorraine Rapp and Linda Lowen speak with Dr. Kelly Bower of Johns Hopkins University, who recently led a study that found it isn't just poverty that is an indicator of whether or not supermarkets are readily available in a neighborhood. You can judge food by its packaging By Take Care Staff • Feb 2, 2014 Press Release Finder / Flickr We put a lot of faith in the food we buy. Every time we open up a jar of pickles, a bag of potato chips or a can of soda, we trust that that product will be safe and of a high quality. The package that food is in has a great impact on that safety and quality. And you may not realize there is actual science behind food packaging, which is quite intricate and complex. This week on Take Care, Dr. Joesph Hotchkiss talks about the science of food packaging. Hotchkiss is the director of the School of Packaging and the Center for Packaging Innovation and Sustainability at Michigan State University. He was once a science advisor in the Food and Drug Administration, and holds a Ph.D. in food chemistry. Click 'Read More' to hear our interview with Dr. Joseph Hotchkiss. Tips for living your best life after age 50 By Take Care Staff • Feb 2, 2014 Dark Dwarf / Flickr Maybe you've taken your good health for granted. But once you turn 50, all bets are off. What you do during this decade will set the stage for a life of continued wellness or one of gradual but irreversible decline. But it's never too late to do the right thing for your body. This week on Take Care, Huffington Post and AARP columnist Barbara Hannah Grufferman shares three essential tips for staying healthy after age 50. Grufferman has interviewed experts from around the field, and from her findings, she wrote a book called "The Best of Everything After 50." She also serves as host of "The Best of Everything" on AARP's YouTube Channel. Click 'Read More' to hear our interview with Barbara Hannah Grufferman. Food packaging does more than protect food By WRVO News • Jan 31, 2014 Every day, American consumers rely on the cans, bottles, boxes and plastic that food is sold in to keep them safe. In fact, scientists research how food packaging can help preserve food and extend shelf life. Lorraine Rapp and Linda Lowen, hosts of WRVO's health and wellness show "Take Care," recently spoke with Dr. Joseph Hotchkiss, director of the school of packaging at Michigan State University about the science of food packaging. Linda Lowen: Every package protects its contents, but what is it providing protection against? Transitioning from child to caregiver By WRVO News • Jan 24, 2014 When aging parents are diagnosed with a chronic illness or terminal disease, often roles are reversed and adult children become the caregivers. The transition can be difficult, but extremely important to the parent's quality of life. Lorraine Rapp and Linda Lowen, hosts of WRVO's health and wellness show "Take Care," recently spoke with Dr. Leana Wen, an emergency physician and director of patient-centered care research at George Washington University, about how to deal with this stage of life. Can playing as an adult be good for you? By WRVO News • Jan 17, 2014 Eugene Kim / Flickr You may think playtime is just for children, but research is showing that spending time just playing may be good for your health as an adult. Lorraine Rapp and Linda Lowen, hosts of WRVO's health and wellness show Take Care, recently spoke with Gwen Gordon, an expert in the scientific benefits of play. Lorraine Rapp: What can you tell us about the actual health benefits of play? Take Care Year in Review By Take Care Staff • Jan 5, 2014 "Take Care" welcomes the new year by celebrating the one that just passed. We've condensed our shows from 2013 into a half hour of the best of "Take Care" -- vital advice from the leading experts on how to stay healthy and well in the new year and beyond. 2013 marked the debut of "Take Care." The show's tagline, "a conversation on health and wellness," highlights the basic premise that underscores this show: What could we learn if we sat down with some of the world's top authorities in medicine, science and wellness and asked them for their most essential advice? Out of the dozens of guests Lorraine Rapp and Linda Lowen spoke to in 2013, we selected nine experts whose practical advice for improving your health is relatively easy to incorporate. They explain why even the smallest investment in your health can have huge returns. Click 'Read More' to hear "Take Care Year in Review" How to 'Take Care' in 2014 By WRVO News • Jan 3, 2014 Many people make resolutions to be healthier this time of year -- whether that involves nutrition, exercise, or stress reduction. WRVO's weekly health show "Take Care" offers some suggestions if you're still trying to decide how to improve your wellness. Hosts Lorraine Rapp and Linda Lowen take a look back at the advice some of the experts they interviewed offered listeners in 2013. Why is the U.S. facing a physician shortage? By Take Care Staff • Dec 22, 2013 Mercy Health / Flickr As current physicians get older, a recent trend shows that there aren't enough potential physicians to replace them. Some projections say that by the end of the decade, there will be a shortfall of 90,000 doctors, causing what many are calling a doctor shortage. What happens when there aren't enough around? This week on Take Care, Dr. Atul Grover discusses the causes of the nation's doctor shortage. Dr. Grover is chief public policy officer of the Association of American Medical Colleges. Trained as a general internist, Dr. Grover now holds faculty appointments at the George Washington University School of Medicine, and the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health. Click 'Read More' to hear our interview with Dr. Grover. How female friendships improve health after 50 By Take Care Staff • Dec 22, 2013 Flavia Aste / Flickr Ask women to name the relationships that make their lives meaningful, and female friendships will likely rank high on the list. But having good friends means a great deal more than fun times and girls' nights out. As women age, their friendships with other women may offer significant health benefits. Recent studies indicate that women can change one another's brain chemistry for the better. This week on Take Care, Suzanne Braun Levine discusses what makes female friendships so important, especially for older women. Levine is a writer, editor and nationally recognized authority on women and family issues and media. The first editor of Ms. magazine, she was also the first woman editor of the Columbia Journalism Review. Her e-book, "You Gotta Have Girlfriends: A Post-Fifty Posse is Good For Your Health," is the fourth installment in her series, which examines women in "second adulthood." Click 'Read More' to hear our interview with Suzanne Braun Levine. Experts say a doctor shortage is on the way By WRVO News • Dec 20, 2013 Many experts believe the United States is facing a doctor shortage in the not-too-distant future. Lorraine Rapp and Linda Lowen, hosts of WRVO's health and wellness show "Take Care," recently spoke with Dr. Atul Grover, the chief public policy officer of the Association of American Medical Colleges about why there may not be enough physicians and what could be done about it. Hip hip hooray! One of the most common joint replacement procedures greatly improved By Take Care Staff • Dec 15, 2013 Ebb and Flow Photography / Flickr In the past, hip replacement surgeries were generally reserved for elderly people. Long recovery times and expensive materials sometimes deterred people from getting the procedure. But, as minimally invasive techniques and materials have improved in recent years, the population of people getting hip replacements has changed as a result. This week on Take Care, Dr. Seth Greenky discusses the current state of hip replacement surgeries. An associate professor in orthopedics at Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY, Dr. Greenky also co-directs the Joint Replacement Program at St. Joseph's Hospital, also in Syracuse. Click 'Read More' to hear our interview with Dr. Greenky. Hip replacement advancements help young and old alike By WRVO News • Dec 13, 2013 Tim Samoff / Flickr More than 300,000 hip replacements are performed each year, and advancements in the surgery are giving hope to baby boomers who want to continue their active lives. Lorraine Rapp and Linda Lowen, hosts of WRVO's health and wellness show Take Care, recently spoke with Dr. Seth Greenky, a surgeon and co-director of the Joint Replacement Program at St. Joseph's Hospital about how hip replacements work, whether you're in your 20s or your 90s. Get some shuteye: why a good night's sleep is important to your health By Take Care Staff • Dec 8, 2013 Michael Mandiberg / Flickr Depending on how much we get, sleep can either be our best friend or our worst enemy. A good night's sleep can make us feel refreshed and rejuvenated, while a bad night's sleep can leave us feeling moody and groggy. So exactly how much rest is needed to call it a good night's sleep? This week on Take Care, Dr. Orfeu Buxton discusses sleep deprivation. Buxton is assistant professor at Harvard Medical School and Harvard School of Public Health, associate neuroscientist in the Division of Sleep Medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital, and associate professor at Pennsylvania State University. He participated in a recent Q&A on sleep featured in the New York Times. Click 'Read More' to hear our interview with Dr. Buxton. Does a healthy gut mean a healthy body? By Take Care Staff • Dec 8, 2013 mellowynk / Flickr Emerging research reveals that good digestion and a healthy digestive tract are dependent on beneficial bacteria, also known as probiotics. But you don't have to buy special yogurt to add probiotics to your diet. Fermented foods like sauerkraut and kimchi also aid in digestion and improve your immune system. Once you learn the basics of fermenting, it can be a fun and inexpensive way to preserve food at home and add essential nutrients. This week on Take Care, Amy Jeanroy explains the benefits of eating fermented foods. Jeanroy is a newspaper editor, food writer and co-author of the book, "Fermenting for Dummies," published earlier this year. She's been making and eating fermented foods for 20 years and shares her love of preparing food at home on her website, TheFarmingWife.com. Click 'Read More' to hear our interview with Amy Jeanroy. How much sleep is enough? By WRVO News • Dec 6, 2013 Tony Alter / Flickr Getting a good night's sleep is easier for some people than others. But research has shown it's essential for everyone. Lorraine Rapp and Linda Lowen, hosts of WRVO's health and wellness show Take Care, recently spoke with Dr. Orfeu Buxton, a neuroscientist and sleep researcher from Harvard, about the health issues a lack of sleep can cause. Lorraine Rapp: Can you tell us what role does sleep play in our overall health? Don't be afraid, social anxiety is beatable By Take Care Staff • Nov 24, 2013 Cavale Doom / Flickr We're at that time of year when holiday parties and social activities crowd our social calendar. You may dread the office party and worry about what to wear, but that's a common anxiety many of us face. But according to the National Institutes of Health, millions of Americans suffer from something much worse -- extreme fear of being scrutinized and judged by others. When the fear is so debilitating it disrupts daily life, it's social anxiety disorder, a chronic mental health condition also known as social phobia. This week on Take Care, Dr. Robin Zasio, discusses social anxiety and how to overcome the disorder. Zasio is a nationally-known clinical psychologist who specializes in this field. She's familiar to many from her appearances on the A&E television series "Hoarders." Zasio is also the author of "The Hoarder in You: How to Live a Happier, Healthier, Uncluttered Life." Click 'Read More' to hear our interview with Dr. Robin Zasio. Cross-train your brain to fight cognitive decline By Take Care Staff • Nov 24, 2013 Liz Henry / Flickr Moments of forgetfulness happen to everyone. Whether it's losing your car keys or not remembering why you opened the refrigerator, it can be frustrating to blank out when trying to remember something. When those moments happen, it's easy to attribute it to an aging mind. But forgetfulness doesn't have to be a symptom of encroaching old age. In fact, advances in science are enabling us to reclaim lost ground and even prevent loss of memory and function. This week on Take Care, Dr. Sherry Willis, discusses cognitive function and how older adults can keep their minds sharp. Willis is an adjunct research professor in the department of psychology at the University of Washington in Seattle. Click 'Read More' to hear our interview with Dr. Sherry Willis. Overcoming fear important factor in controlling social anxiety By WRVO News • Nov 22, 2013 Millions of Americans suffer from social anxiety disorder, an extreme fear of being judged by others in social situations. Lorraine Rapp and Linda Lowen, hosts of WRVO's health and wellness show Take Care, recently spoke with doctor Robin Zasio, a nationally known clinical psychologist and author about what social anxiety disorder is and how to treat it. Lorraine Rapp: would you explain the difference between just being shy and actual social anxiety? Time and awareness is key to treating a stroke By WRVO News • Nov 15, 2013 Knowing how to recognize the symptoms of stroke can mean the difference between life and death. Lorraine Rapp and Linda Lowen, hosts of WRVO's health and wellness show Take Care, spoke with Dr. Larry Goldstein, professor of neurology and director of Duke University's Stroke Center about what you should do if you suspect a loved one has had a stroke. Lorraine Rapp: Describe what takes place in the body when a person is having a stroke? Much is still unknown about Parkinson's disease By Take Care Staff • Nov 10, 2013 Mikael Häggström While Michael J. Fox may best be known for his acting, many know him as one of the leading figures in taking away the stigma against Parkinson's disease. Fox, along with former U.S. Attorney General Janet Reno, boxer Muhammad Ali and singer Linda Ronstadt have all been open and frank about their diagnosis of the disease. But as more and more of the public are aware of the disease though, there is still much that is unknown about Parkinson's disease. This week on Take Care, Dr. Kelvin Chou discusses the uncertainties involved with Parkinson's disease, as well as cutting edge ways to treat it. Dr. Chou is associate professor of neurology and neurosurgery at the University of Michigan Medical School, and is one of the country's leading authorities on Parkinson's disease. He has recently published a book for patients and families called Deep Brain Stimulation: A New Life for People with Parkinson's, Dystonia and Essential Tremor. Click 'Read More' to hear our interview with Dr. Chou. What should men do when they have 'Low T?' By Take Care Staff • Nov 10, 2013 DEA.gov You've seen the advertisements. A middle-aged man appears to be depressed and withdrawn from his family, and his interest in sexual activity is at an all-time low. What's wrong with him? He's been suffering from low testosterone levels, and all of his problems can be solved with a simple supplement. The frequency of ads for testosterone supplements have increased recently, and with it, questions about how legitimate testosterone replacement therapy is. This week on Take Care, Dr. Martin Miner discusses the facts and myths of the condition known as "low T," or reduced levels of testosterone in men. 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A new poll (PDF) of Georgia voters suggests that creationism is popular in the state. Asked "Would you say you believe more in creationism or evolution," 53% of respondents preferred creationism, 29% preferred evolution, and 18% were not sure.
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A new poll from YouGov suggests (PDF) that in the United States the level of public acceptance of creationism and the level for support for teaching creationism in the public schools are down.
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A national survey reveals that one in eleven Australians does not believe in evolution — and three in eleven think that humans lived at the same time as dinosaurs.
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A new report discussing a poll of Muslims around the globe suggests (PDF, p. 132) that "[m]any Muslims around the world believe in evolution."
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A new Gallup poll on public opinion about evolution suggests that the rate of acceptance of evolution in the United States is "essentially unchanged" over the years.
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Almost half — 47% — of Americans surveyed in 2010 agreed that "human beings, as we know them today, developed from earlier species of animals," and 38% agreed that "the universe began with a huge explosion."
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|Acacia Ridge Air Raid Shelter
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Air raid shelter
7 Maintaining order / 7.6 Defending the country
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|174 Mortimer Road
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|The Acacia Ridge air raid shelter is important as part of the Air Raid Precaution activities undertaken for the defence of Brisbane during World War Two. Designed to afford protection for military personnel from the Archerfield aerodrome in the event of a Japanese air attack, the air raid shelter, located on a rock ledge in the north face of the Archerfield Quarry, is important in demonstrating the impact of World War Two on Queensland.
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|Although many air raid shelters were constructed during World War Two in Queensland, comparatively few survive. As a shelter that was built for military personnel, and which still includes its outer curtain wall, the Acacia Ridge shelter is uncommon.
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|The shelter's solid construction, and its siting near a military installation, demonstrate the principal characteristics of a World War Two military air raid shelter.
|The air raid shelter is built into the north face of the old Archerfield Quarry, or Carr's Quarry, in the southwest corner of the Mortimer Road Reserve, which is bounded by Mortimer Road and Beatty Road, Acacia Ridge. Archerfield remained largely undeveloped well into the twentieth century, being used for cattle grazing, fruit trees, cotton and maize cropping. A branch railway line reached the quarry, used to extract bluestone to be used for roads and ballast for the Kyogle railway line, in 1913, but the pit was flooded at the end of that year. Although it was closed after this event, the mine may have been used during the 1920s or 1930s. In 1922 there were about a dozen houses nearby, mostly along Beatty Road and the quarry branch line. In 1929 the Commonwealth Government resumed land at Archerfield for the construction of an airfield, and Archerfield Aerodrome later became an important base for the Australian, British, American and Dutch air forces during World War Two. On 7 December 1941, the United States of America entered World War Two following the bombing of the American fleet at Pearl Harbour in Hawaii by Japanese carrier-borne aircraft. England and its Commonwealth had been at war with Germany since September 1939, but now the war was truly global. Darwin was first bombed on 19 February 1942 and 14,000 Australians were taken prisoner following the fall of Singapore. Plans to defend Australia from an anticipated Japanese invasion and to use Queensland as a support base for the conduct of the Pacific war were implemented quickly. Australian and American personnel poured into Queensland and urgently required a wide range of new buildings and facilities. While the American Forces were based at Archerfield, the area to the west of the intersection of Mortimer Road and Beatty Road was occupied by Camp Buckley, and large igloo hangers were built to the north of the quarry. A taxiway linking the igloos to the main aerodrome to the west passed close by the northern side of the quarry, and the air raid shelter was constructed to provide protection for military personnel stationed nearby. World War Two aerial photographs show that the water level in the quarry used to be below the rock shelf on which the shelter was built. They also indicate that the building was freestanding at that time, in the middle of a cleared platform. Earth has since collapsed or been moved onto the shelf around the bunker, giving it the appearance of having being built into the quarry wall. The quarry side of the bunker was protected by an outer curtain wall, which contained entrances to two tunnels leading into the main bunker. There was about a metre between the curtain wall and the edge of the rock shelf. The Allied Works Council Minutes of 8 January 1943 record that a bomb proof building for United States Air Corps Operations had been built near the American camp, and this may refer to the shelter in the quarry. At the end of the war military debris was dumped into the quarry. In 1963 the area was purchased by the Brisbane City Council for recreation purposes, and in 1992 amateur military historians partially drained the quarry, retrieving a number of military artefacts, including World War Two machine guns, ammunition, and aircraft parts. This operation also enabled an interior inspection of the shelter, which discovered that the two entrance tunnels are 20 feet long, with doorways turning into the main bunker. The remains of four-inch thick wooden sliding doors were found, along with three one-foot diameter holes in the ceiling of the bunker. The present water level in the quarry prevents internal inspection.
|The Acacia Ridge air raid shelter is a rectangular concrete bunker built on a rock shelf cut into the north face of the former quarry. The currently exposed part of the bunker consists of two concrete walls, with a space between the two, running along part of the quarry face and returning into the quarry wall. The outer curtain wall is lower, is buttressed with concrete props, and has rectangular openings at each end. The inner bunker wall is shorter, taller, and has no visible openings. Only the top of the curtain wall is visible above the water in the quarry, and vegetation obscures the main bunker.
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|Acacia Ridge Air Raid Shelter
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Zabud Johnson, 30, is a 2009 graduate of Howard University's Graduate School of Business. Previously, Mr. Johnson was a fixed income salesperson and analyst at Southwest Securities in Chicago. Mr. Johnson currently lives between Washington D.C. and Chicago.
In a recent post on this blog, a commenter detailed his experience with his inability to find a job due to his lack of functional experience. He recounted that after having graduated from law school and passing the bar, he is unfortunately still unable to secure a job. An industry expert told him that he was part of the "Class of the Damned."
I have had the same experience. I recently reapplied to a major bank's finance leadership development program and was told that my application is inadmissible because I graduated in 2009. I explained to the recruiter that I had successfully applied to the program last year, and had made it to the third round until my recruiter was let go in the turnabout.
Tiffani M. Davis was a senior level producer at ESPN, Inc., when she was laid off in May 2009 after two years with the company. Previously, she worked at ABC News as a producer for "Good Morning America." Ms. Davis, 35, received a master's degree in journalism and public affairs from American University in 1999. She lives in Fort Washington, Maryland.
I've always considered the job postings ending with "Please do not call regarding this position" to be a calculated weeding out factor. In my opinion, the please do not call rule is a gauge between the passionate job seekers and the other, unsure job seekers.
I've sat many nights and early mornings in my computer room trying pinpoint the best time to call senior recruiters and human resource managers. When I see a position best suited for me, I think of how I can get a jumpstart on the competition. For me, the quickest response from recruiters has been from either an early Monday morning phone call, or a Sunday evening voice message. Now, I completely understand that human resource representatives cannot return every job seeker's telephone message. But every position I've obtained started with an initial telephone conversation. I have never received full-time employment through a job bank or an online company Web site. Most of my television experience stemmed from talking my way into the position.
Eric Nisbeth worked as a financial analyst for Broadlane, Inc., a large group purchasing organization that supports hospitals, until his job was eliminated in December 2009. Previously, Mr. Nisbeth, 35, was a marketing manager for a saltwater fishing boat manufacturer. He earned an M.B.A. from the University of Dallas Graduate School of Management in December 2009. He lives with his wife and son in McKinney, Texas, a suburb of Dallas.
My recent graduation from a business school was without question one of the more difficult accomplishments of my relatively mundane 35-year life. Having what seemed like a very normal and lucrative career ahead of me, it was an absolute thrill to wake up each day to face the challenges life presented. Of course I was stunned when I received the call to report to the human resources department on the 10th of December 2009, just four days after my graduation. There must be a mistake, I thought, surely they couldn't be letting me go — after all, I had just graduated. Nothing can prepare you for this type of journey, one without a clearly defined end in sight. I guess if I had to pick one wonderful aspect of being laid off, it would be the time my son and I are spending together, which would not be possible in any other circumstance.
Obtaining my M.B.A. has been a goal of mine since I was young. However, I was not prepared for the sense of entitlement that comes with the degree. Just about everyone I speak with has encouraging words about how the job search will be fine since I have an M.B.A. After all, the investment for the additional schooling is typically a very costly one, and anything short of a corner office equipped with a swiveling leather chair and view of the pond is complete epic failure. However, now that I have the coveted distinction of the three additional letters after my name, I am not too sure that the corner office is within reach at this point in my professional career. I am almost certain that I will be required to completely revamp my career plans at this point, and am really feeling unprepared for the required transition.
Liz Ricossa, was a corporate lawyer at Freshfield Bruckhaus Deringer LLP in London until June 2009. Ms Ricossa, 29, was previously a lawyer at Allens Arthur Robinson, Sydney. She earned a Bachelor of Laws and International Business at Queensland University of Technology and is currently completing a Masters in Media and Communications at the University of Sydney (part-time, externally). Ms Ricossa now lives with her husband in New York.
As a new resident with no prior U.S. work history, I was surprised by the subtle cultural differences I would need to overcome to tackle the job-hunting process.
I quickly learned that job hunting consisted of more than just relying on recruiters. My prior job in the U.K. had required little effort aside from securing a decent recruiter and then ensuring that I emailed and telephone stalked them regularly for job leads. The U.K. market is generally so reliant upon the use of recruiters that some companies only accept applications that have been previously vetted by a professional.
Initially, I became disheartened, especially when my family questioned why I wasn't hearing back from recruiters. However, after reading several career Web sites, I soon realized the lack of formal structure in the U.S. job hunt and that I could not rely on a recruiters alone. That meant plucking up the courage to "sell myself" to companies directly. After overcoming the initial shock, I realized that having such control over my search could be a very liberating experience. It soon became obvious that obtaining work would be just as much about "who you know" as well as your skills. Unlike in the U.K., my job search could not be based from my living room, I had to go out and meet people. I was soon shocked that the direct and open attitude of Americans also transpired to networking for jobs.
Gregory Lynn was a partner at Rev2 Technologies, an IT consulting firm, before his position was eliminated in the fall of 2009. Mr. Lynn, 46, was previously senior director of engineering at i-Drive. He earned an Executive M.B.A. at Santa Clara University's Leavey School of Business in 2005 and lives with his wife in San Jose, Calif.
I have been surprised when encountering people, both close to me and not, who seem to be unplugged from the true nature and character of the global unemployment crisis.
During a chat about how my search was progressing, a family member (who is nothing but supportive), asked me a lot of the traditional job search questions, like: 'Have you tried calling these folks?' or 'Have you looked at other roles or locations?' etc. A good friend did a similar thing a week later. These are normal questions, delivered with good intent but also with a bit of aloofness and detachment from the market conditions.
Now the family member is essentially retired, but does stay on top of the latest daily news and national events. My friend certainly does watch the news, but I believe there is this layer of insulation in being financially secure, or in a business that is less impacted, either in retirement or in a current job, that acts to subtly disconnect them from the real pain on the street encountered by job seekers.
Zabud Johnson, 30, is a 2009 graduate of Howard University's Graduate School of Business. Previously, Mr. Johnson was a fixed income salesperson and analyst at Southwest Securities in Chicago. Mr. Johnson currently lives between Washington D.C. and Chicago.
When I entered business school in 2007, my cohort was encouraged to be introspective, a self-exercise to find what we were really passionate about accomplishing. The goal was to find one's passion and pursue a function inline with that passion.
In light of the present state of the economy, I wonder if professionals, young and old, still have that option. Of course I know the answer to this question. Query any out of work factory worker in Detroit and you will hear a resounding, "screw your passion!" So the fact is, I have had to mourn the death of my youth driven optimism and have had to replace it with the stone-faced cynicism of my grandfather.
Gregory Lynn was a partner at Rev2 Technologies before his position was eliminated. Mr. Lynn, 46, was previously senior director of engineering at i-Drive. He earned an Executive M.B.A. at Santa Clara University's Leavey School of Business in 2005 and lives with his wife in San Jose, Calif.
Multiple irons in the fire seems to work best. For example, to enable my search, I attend various business and social events and am taking several classes at Stanford and Santa Clara universities. I had let my network languish when working in larger companies in the 1990s and nothing hammers that stark reality home than when you look for your next opportunity. So over the last few years, after a lot of work, my network is thriving once again. The courses I am attending are about areas where business is growing: SaaS, green technology and to enhance my negotiation skills.
Additionally I am ramping up a consulting business and delving into writing iPhone applications. The excitement of being involved yet again in a start-up, can-do atmosphere, inspires me to move forward. I feel it is critical to grow and reinforce technical skills to demonstrate determination and ongoing industry involvement.
Brad Bertner was vice president of television development at Hotplate Productions, a television production company. He was laid off in March 2009, after more than a year with the company. Previously, Mr. Bertner, 34, held a similar position at 3 Arts Entertainment. He graduated from Syracuse University with an Information Management & Technology degree in 1997. He lives in Los Angeles.
Until March, I had been the head of an upstart television production company based at a major Hollywood studio. Coming out of the gate swinging, I sold some passion projects and people were taking notice of my production capabilities. My career was where I had wanted it to be; when I lost the job earlier this year, I was certainly scared of the financial implications but also felt like a weight had been lifted. As an old boss used to say, "It's not a problem, it's an opportunity." Being in that job brought to the surface the entrepreneurial spirit I knew I had.
While I look for work, I am simultaneously building a company based on an idea a buddy of mine and I had about two years ago. This new venture has afforded me the opportunity to test my business acumen as well as creativity. I wanted to establish an online community for the employable that could create opportunities, connections with others going through a shared experience, and create dialogue to turn our collective situation around…and www.jobblehead.com was born (we will launch in a few weeks).
Jan Thomas was senior communications project manager at the Alliance for Children and Families in Milwaukee, Wisc., before her position was eliminated in May 2008. Ms. Thomas, 59, previously worked in strategic PR, marketing and communications both as an internal employee and as a consultant. She lives in Sarasota, Fla.
Until 18 months ago, I had a terrific job with a wonderful nonprofit organization — a position created for me. Like many of my generation, I had turned my skills to the benefit of a worthy cause, seeking to "feed my soul." The organization made a difference and the role offered genuine satisfaction. I intended to stay there for many years.
Then the economy began to quiver. In any economic downturn, the nonprofit sector is like the canary in the coal mine. Concerns developed in my organization, and grew; I was laid off. It was May, and I remember thinking that a few weeks finding a new opportunity might afford a pleasant spring break. I reworked my resume, got busy networking and was enjoying the challenge. I completed some consulting work and helped with pro bono projects for some local nonprofits.
Ilya Blokh was an associate product manager at Phreesia. His position was eliminated in August 2009. Mr. Bloklh, 26, studied computer and cognitive science and graduated from Northwestern University in 2005. He lives in New York.
No one expects to be laid off, but I was particularly surprised when I got the news after successfully wrapping up a long project. After a few fruitless (and expensive) career sessions later, I was back in the job searching game: LinkedIn, Google, Craigslist, alumni databases, emails and calls. The world had changed a bit since early 2008 — I wasn't getting the same amount of replies as before, making each one I did receive that much more important. For anyone in this position, it's tempting to clutch at every opportunity that presents itself — it's taking a lot of self-discipline to stick to my goals and maintain a vision of where I would like to work.
At every step of the hiring process, I've been evaluating the company as much as they are evaluating me. I've learned a great deal about company culture through the HR process.
The last time I was looking for a job, one of the companies I applied to offered great pay for someone with little experience and the exact position I was looking for. The hiring process took some patience — the phone calls were brief and left me with no idea of what to expect. I had to chase down the recruiter with weekly phone calls to move forward. When I finally got an interview, some of the interviewers had yet to see my resume, while others mostly spoke about themselves or the company and asked typical behavioral questions. At the time though, I didn't know what to expect — I enjoyed breezing through the interviews and focused on the benefits offered.
Laid Off and Looking follows out-of-work professionals as they look for new jobs in a post-meltdown world. Each writes about his or her own personal experiences with all of the ups and downs that go into a job search in a difficult market. Each week, we'll also hear advice from career experts about the issues these eight professionals face. To contact one of the authors or share your ideas for finding work, email firstname.lastname@example.com
Steve McConaughey, was the director of marketing for the service division of Siemens Healthcare, until his position was eliminated in November 2008 after five years with the company. Previously, Mr. McConaughey, 50, worked for three software and networking startup companies in Silicon Valley and North Carolina. He earned an M.B.A. from University of California Berkeley Haas School of Business in 1990. He lives with his wife and son in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
Angela Dorsey,was a panel operations manager for comScore, Inc., a marketing research company, until her job was eliminated in October 2009 after more than a year with the company. Previously, Ms. Dorsey, 38, was a senior program manager for Blackboard, Inc., an e-learning technology software provider. She earned an M.B.A. and M.S. in e-commerce from the University of Maryland, University College in August 2005 and December 2007, respectively. She lives with her husband in Alexandria, Virginia.
Henry Chalian,was a relationship manager at J.P. Morgan before his job was eliminated in May 2009 after seven years with the company. Mr. Chalian, 41, received a masters degree from the London School of Economics in 1995 and is currently completing a certificate of business excellence at Columbia Business School. He lives in Brooklyn, New York.
Kevin Mergens,was a product manager for ADP Dealer Services. His job was eliminated in June 2009. Previously, Mr. Mergens, 40, was a marketing manager at Littlelfuse. He earned an M.B.A. from Michigan State University 's Broad School of Management in 1993. Mr. Mergens lives with his wife and three children in Niles, Ill.
Kevin Chenoweth,was previously a senior consultant with Deloitte Consulting. His position was eliminated in April 2009 after more than a year with the firm. Prior to that, Mr. Chenoweth, 39, was a consultant with Lucidity Consulting group. He earned an M.B.A. from the Thunderbird School of Global Management in 1993. He lives in Denver.
Brent Humphries,was a technical project manager at the Iowa Foundation for Medical Care. His position was eliminated in June 2009, after five years with the nonprofit. Previously, he worked as an IT contractor for various financial services companies. Mr. Humphries, 37, earned a part-time MBA from the University of Iowa in 2009. He lives in Des Moines, Iowa.
John Brownrigg was a senior manager at Corporex Companies LLC, a real-estate development company. Mr. Brownrigg, 54, was laid off in August 2008 after almost two years with the company. Previously, he worked on commercial real estate and construction projects for General Electric, Ericsson and the Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. He earned an M.B.A. from University of Texas Austin in 1984. He lives in Cincinnati, Ohio, with his wife and two children.
Geoff Hibner lost his position as CFO of Banta Corp. when the company was sold to a larger competitor in 2007. Previously, he was an independent consultant as well as a senior vice president and CFO at Timberland Co. Mr. Hibner earned an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School in 1977. He lives with his wife in Neenah, Wis., and has two adult children.
F. Ellen Whaley spent over 11 years at Aetna Inc., most recently as an operations CFO. Her position was eliminated in 2001. Previously, Ms. Whaley, 54, was a management consultant. She's now looking to re-enter the job market after an eight-year hiatus. She earned an M.B.A. from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Lally School of Management and Technology in 1983. She lives with her family in Essex, Conn.
Jon Gray was manager of planning and analysis at Xsigo Systems, a San Jose technology start-up. He was laid off in November 2008, after almost two years with the company. Previously, Mr. Gray, 34, spent seven years in various finance roles at Symantec Corp., a security software maker. Mr. Gray earned his M.B.A. in 2006 from INSEAD. He lives in Los Gatos, Calif.
Dawn Jordan's position as an operations vice president at Bank of America was eliminated in late October. Ms. Jordan, 39, previously worked at Countrywide Financial as vice president of customer retention. Ms. Jordan received an M.B.A. from the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California in 2008. She lives in Laguna Beach, Calif.
Christopher Janc, was most recently a senior vice president at Madison Capital Funding LLC, a leveraged debt provider to middle market private equity firms. He spent seven years at the company and was laid off in January 2009. Mr. Janc, 41, spent the previous seven years with three other middle market financial services firms. He earned an M.B.A. from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business in 2000. He lives with his wife and two kids in Elmhurst, Ill. a suburb of Chicago. After a ten-month job search, Mr. Janc landed a wealth management position with J.P. Morgan.
Kevin Hudson spent almost four years at ServiceMaster as an IT finance director. When the company relocated to Memphis earlier in 2008, Mr. Hudson, 52, decided not to move. He received an M.B.A. from the Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management in 1984. Mr. Hudson lives in Oak Lawn, Ill., a suburb of Chicago. After a 19-month job search, Mr. Hudson's yearlong part-time assignment turned into a full-time consulting position.
Heidi Mannetter was a senior marketing strategist at Principal Financial Group Inc. before her position was eliminated in June. Ms. Mannetter, 33, was with the financial-services provider for three years. She earned an M.B.A. from the University of Iowa's Tippie School of Management in 2006, and lives in Des Moines, Iowa. After a ten-week job search, Ms. Mannetter landed a marketing manager position for Kemin Food Ingredients
Kerry Sanderson was manager of community relations at Jobing.com before her position was eliminated in March 2009. Ms. Sanderson, 43, was previously director of employer relations and business development at Thunderbird School of Global Management. She earned an M.B.A. at Rice University's Jones School of Global Business in 2000. She lives in Scottsdale, Ariz. After an eight-month job search, Ms. Sanderson now works in account management for an e-commerce company.
Prakash Nagpal was the vice president of products at Sylantro Systems Corp. before his position was eliminated in late 2008. Previously, Mr Nagpal, 42, was a general manager of products at Covad Communications Group, Inc. He earned his M.B.A. from Cornell University's Johnson School in 2000. He lives in Oakland, Calif. with his wife and two children. After more than six months of searching, Mr. Nagpal is now involved in carrier marketing at Actelis Networks.
Kenneth Jones was laid off in March 2009 from Nortel Networks Corp. where he worked as a services product line manager. Mr. Jones, 43, spent 11 years at the company with roles in IT operations, software development, business development and product management. Mr. Jones earned an M.B.A. from the University of North Carolina's Kenan-Flagler School of Business in 2003. He lives with his wife and two children in Chapel Hill, N.C. After a seven-month job search, Mr. Jones landed a product management role at Elster Intergrated Solutions.
Joel Friedman was eliminated from his position as the vice president of enterprise technology at the First Horizon National Corp. in May 2009. He spent 13 years with the company. Previously, Mr. Friedman, 40, worked as a call center and sales team manager at Budget Rent A Car, now owned by Avis Budget Group, Inc. He received an Executive M.B.A. from the Southern Methodist University Cox School of Business in 2006. He lives in McKinney, Texas. After a three month job search, Mr. Friedman landed a position as the chief information officer at Century Payments, a payment processing company.
Rachel Levy worked as marketing director at the Jewish Community Centers of Greater Boston before her position was eliminated in July 2008. She previously held brand management positions at Kraft Foods Inc. and Jim Beam Brands Co. Ms. Levy, 37, received an M.B.A. from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business in 1998. She lives in Boston. A year later, Ms. Levy was offered a director of marketing and social media position at Second Time Around, a Boston-based consignment store chain.
Michael Crehan, 54, spent the last eight years as a senior vice president at Lehman Brothers in the ratings advisory group - until March 2008. Mr. Crehan also spent 14 years at Standard & Poor's. He earned an M.B.A. from Babson College in 1982 and lives in Fairfield, Conn. Seventeen months after his layoff, Mr. Crehan accepted a career development position at the University of Notre Dame Mendoza College of Business.
Amanda Sundt, 35, was a senior marketing manager at Orbitz Worldwide Inc. Her position was eliminated in early November. Previously she held marketing positions at Upshot, a Chicago-based advertising agency, and Allstate Insurance Corporation. Ms. Sundt received an M.B.A. from DePaul University Kellstadt School of Business. She lives in Chicago with her husband and son. After four months of unemployment, Ms. Sundt recently started a new marketing position at iExplore, a Chicago-based adventure travel website.
Brian Murphy spent a year as an associate in Bear Stearns' investment banking division until the firm collapsed. Mr. Murphy, 35, is searching for restructuring or turnaround management jobs and divides his time between California and New York. He has an M.B.A. from USC's Marshall School and spent nearly 10 years in the Marine Corps, serving two deployments in Iraq, and one in Afghanistan. After eight months of unemployment, he recently started a new investment banking position in New York.
Karen Reid spent the last six years at Citigroup Inc. Her position as the vice president of global corporate banking was eliminated in June. Ms. Reid, 38, is now looking for a corporate finance position. She earned an M.B.A. from the University of California-Los Angeles Anderson School of Management in 2002. She lives in Atlanta. After six months of unemployment, Ms. Reid started a finance position for a medical communications company.
Matthew Vuturo, 27, worked as a strategic planning manager at VR Mergers & Acquisitions, a Tampa, Fla. -based firm. He was downsized in early 2008. Mr. Vuturo earned an M.B.A. from the University of South Florida in 2005. After job searching for more than a year, Mr. Vuturo landed a position as the new director of sales and marketing at GPI Prototype & Manufacturing Services, Inc. a Lake Bluff, Ill.-based contract manufacturer.
Spencer Cutter was a senior vice president at Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc., working in the leveraged finance group. After nine years with the firm, Mr. Cutter was laid off in the spring of 2008. Mr. Cutter, 40, earned an M.B.A. from UCLA's Anderson School in 1998. He lives in New York. In July 2009, Mr. Cutter started a business-development position at Bloomberg LP.
Karina Diaz Cano was a consultant for PricewaterhouseCoopers in Washington D.C. Her position was eliminated in July 2008. Previously, Ms. Cano spent several years working in multicultural marketing and sales roles for Sierra Nevada Brewery Co. and MKTG, a marketing services firm. Ms. Cano, 33, earned an M.B.A. from Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business in 2006. She's now a communications consultant living in Washington D.C.
Brian Fetterolf lost his real estate investment banking position with Macquarie Capital Advisors in March. He had been a senior vice president there for 18 months. Previously, Mr. Fetterolf, 38, was a director at Lasalle Bank Corp. He earned a J.D. from Boston College in 1996 and an M.B.A. from the University of Pittsburgh's Katz Graduate School of Business in 2002. Mr. Fetterolf lives with his wife and three children in the suburbs of Chicago. In July 2009, Mr. Fetterolf started a corporate counsel position at TriState Capital Bank.
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Warhammer is a huge disappointment
Honestly, I have never played any close-beta of Warhammer and I've been a WOW player all along. My MMORPG experience is extensive, from UO, Lineage2, Dragonraja, EQ 1 and 2, Star Wars Galaxy to WOW.
Personally, I think if a MMORPG is meant to be successful, there should be some factors like below:
1. The introductory session of the game like first several levels is very important. I can say EQ2 and WOW have done a very good job (esp. EQ2).
2. The graphics should be reasonably nice. WOW has poor graphics but the clever artist could make use of its "unique" style to cover up the poor polygons and textures. So far, style-wise, WOW has passed in terms of graphics while EQ 2 has got the best graphics among all MMORPGs albeit its insane hardware requirements (I think my current 280GTX PC still can't max all in EQ2 video option)
3. Fun
4. Enough population to sustain its "Mass" as in its category "MMORPG"
ok, in my humble newbabie opinion, I think Warhammer has got a very poor start. I don't know what I should do. What I know is to talk to some guys in the town and kill some monsters or talk to somebody so as to gain some exp. The whole process is boring and I don't feel I actually immense myself in that atmosphere. I've tried 2 sides and basically the feeling is more or less the same.
The graphics are very very poor. I can say it's even poorer than WOW when u judge the graphics holistically. It's even poorer than Guild War and AOC while it claims that it has been on development for several years. I can't believe that. The texture is so lame. The character is so detached from the surrounding environment. The spell looks so lame even though I am a 26 dark mage. The graphics are really lame. That's a huge disappointment.
Also it's not fun and well, that's my personal opinion.
The population of the game is great for now but I think it's gonna go down some months later.
I regret for spending 79.9 on a piece of ... disappointment.
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How can you judge the population of the game and its future if it hasn't even launched yet? It's only in open beta...
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lol are you on drugs?
You've got it right about EQ2 being the king of MMO's but as far as WoW gfx being better than Warhammer, lol not a chance in hell.
As for not knowing what to do when logging in to WAR, all i can say is lol
Having played all 3 games to very high levels, i have to say EQ2 is still so much deeper than WAR.
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I just judge this game entirely on simple feelings and reasons. I played AOC too but this game even gave me a poorer impression than that of AOC.
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Fair enough, thats your opinion i suppose
I thought AoC was pretty poor, i mean the start area was buggy as hell and most games starting areas should be the hook that gets you in.
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I actually thought the start area of AoC was great! but once you got out of the start area of AoC that is when things went downhill.
I have been playing EQ2 since it launched, and think it starting area and the way it gets you into the game has been great as well. I also have been playing WoW off and on but never really been addicted.
Coming to WAR, the starting area to me just felt like any other generic copy of any other MMORPG, nothing special nothing to grab you, truth is I did felt lost, I had no idea where to even PVP, that everyone was talking about?
I just picked up the quests from the main town and did some of those but it was nothing special same old usual quests like any other, nothing immersive
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The population right now on War is insane. 99% of every server is full.
The first thing you see when you spawn is a guy ready to give you a quest. Then you see on your mini map red patches where the quest activity is. How much more easy do you want this?
The game in PVE is a blast. I love the public quests. That was a brilliant stroke. The question is will there be enough people around later when you start rolling new toons to do the public quests.
With regards to the best graphics in any MMO it is Conan. Nothing comes close to touching it.
My biggest problem is it seems they spent all their time developing the Destruction side and ignored the Order side. This game is so unbalanced it ain't funny. The PVP at lvl 1-10 is complete garbage. If you are a lvl 10 with all the gear you cannot be killed and since everyone plays Destruction, they always win. And if you play a Chosen One, you win everything. That class is so over powered they make druids in WoW look like wusses.
The game is fun but I'm not sure how long the fun will last for me. Those who make predictions on the longevity of this game are simply silly. It is a solid game that will be around for a long time. The question is will they balance out the servers and the classes.
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I don't need to see a user opinion to know WAR is going to flop although it was reassuring. I watched a gameplay trailer for WAR a little while ago and I was in awe. This? This is what people are hyping about? This is it? It looks like out of proportioned characters doing the same **** that they would do in WoW except they look more retarded doing it. As for the starter towns and quest style, I have no comment but it seems like a let down. WoW4Lyfe. Yes I have quit three times and yes I have gone back twice, but i swear this is going to be the last time...
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These fanboys are the same tards that run around on their night elf rogue jumping where ever they go. They also constantly spam murloc jokes over and over in the trade channel. Oh but every time one of these players wants to slam someone else in chat they call them a "kid" or say "what are you 14 or something". As if 21 or 22 is actually a adult. :lol:
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Maybe this was my problem I started I Order side not on Destruction side
Tonight I will try Destruction side to see what it is like
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I guess you're partially right. I do have a bias towards WoW, it's a great game, but people go off on it about certain aspects of the game in which I think are fine, just differences in opinion. Oh and Stub I'm not worried, not even concerned about WAR, in fact, today was the first time I thought about it since I watched the gameplay. What mainly gets me are the QQers in WoW talking crap about the game that they are CURRENTLY playing and how WAR will be their messiah and all their problems will be solved. Just like how you dislike Obama and his supporters *cough*
As for the fanboy thing, I am a fanboy, even though I don't play anymore, Blizzard has created a game that brought entirely new people into the mmo world, its mainstream, jokes you hear everyday (outside of wow) have derived from it and people know what the hell you're talking about. For it's widespread appeal and what it's created I remain a fanboy.
But you're wrong about assuming how I am over the internet. I am young, yes, but unlike you, I don't like to argue over the internet or start any type of drama, it seems like a waste of time and energy. And I don't do any of the things that you wrote, and I'll assume right back that you're more the type to slam someone with "kid" or a comment about age. What you say and think disappears, but what you write on a forum stays.
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