Sorry for the absence but been very tied up with finishing my new book (go look on Amazon books for Kindle as it’s available now) and finally got back out into the world. Have been at various places but was at the American embassy on Tuesday night for election party so as you can imagine I got a great Overheard. But first my best lines this year from a loud phone conversation outside the Dominion theatre on Tottenham Court Road.
‘Wildly brightly dressed African woman in traditional garb’ – “No I am not interested in him he smells of chip fat” listens “You are not listening the man is a rogue and a wastrel Dorothy have you seen his shoes for goodness sake” listens “I don’t care that he is a successful businessman. I could never be affectionate to a person who dislikes kittens and that is an end to it. Please tell him I will pray for his eternal soul even though he will burn in hell” Great huh?
So to American election night. It was quite an event and I had a fantastic time (they had Russell Watson doing a twenty minute karaoke performance to backing tracks. I stood about three feet away watching the poor guy sing brilliantly and movingly to about nine hundred people most of whom seemed unaware of his presence) However around eleven I decided to rest my feet and sat down at the side of the room. Next to me were two very young and very loud American guys in dinner suits. Loud guy 1 “It’s the future man we are looking at the future” Loud guy 2 “Yeah I know. Romney has a vision he’s like oh what’s that little Indian dude Gundy isn’t it. Yeah he’s like deep you know like him, you can see it when he talks. He is our voice in this world.” Loud guy 2 “On the nose my friend on the nose. If that degenerate crook Obama gets in we’ll all be speaking Spanish in ten years you know that dontcha. And I ain’t no hispanco you hear me I am senor el blanco if you follow me you follow me right bro” Loud guy 2 “Too right my friend. My mom reckons she needs an interpreter now when she goes shopping. It’s a goddamn disgrace” Loud guy 1 (temporarily thrown) Uhuh but she lives in New Mexico right? I think Spanish is pretty common out that way isn’t it” Loud guy 2 “Tell me about it. She’s only there cos my sister married that trucking guy. But still speak American is what I say it’s our country goddam it. Just speak American ” Loud guy 1 (recovering) “Yeah I hear that loud and clear. But Jesus but I hope Romney wins (he pauses) but it’s in the bag right” Loud guy 2 “Are you kidding Obama is out of there woo hoo he is toast. Have you seen the polls? Mr Sears reckons it’ll be a rout. Oh yeah. Mitt will save us all you just see bring it on baby bring it on”
God bless America.
The 16th UK JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL
this year’s UK JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL (November 1st-18th) which opens in London and Manchester on November 1st with the UK premiere of PARIS-MANHATTAN, the debut of French writer/director Sophie Lellouche. A delightful romantic comedy inspired by the philosophy and comedy of Woody Allen, PARIS-MANHATTAN stars Alice Taglioni and Patrick Bruel (left with Sophie Lellouche) and features a cameo by Woody Allen himself.
This year’s UK Jewish Film Festival rolls out simultaneously to Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, and Glasgow for the first time since Executive Director JUDY IRONSIDE founded the festival in Brighton in 1997. More than 70 feature films, shorts, documentaries, and TV programmes will be shown at this year’s festival including the hotly tipped ZAYTOUN starring Stephen Dorff; the highly anticipated YOSSI, Eytan Fox’s follow-up to his Tribeca winner, Yossi & Jagger; HIS PEOPLE, a poignant, funny black and white silent film made in 1925 which will screen at the Barbican with a live score performed by SOPHIE SOLOMON; the riveting documentary GAINSBOURG ON GAINSBOURG: AN INTIMATE PORTRAIT; the absorbing SIMON AND THE OAKS by award winning Swedish director Lisa Ohlin; SHARQIYA an absorbing story about the plight of a family of displaced Bedouins; ROMAN POLANKSI: A FILM MEMOIR; MY DAD IS BARYSHNIKOV the uplifting tale of a misplaced ballet pupil in the pre-Perestroika Bolshoi Ballet School; and many more.
Events include THE SHARPEST CUT in which David Baddiel, Norman Lebrecht and guests discuss the portrayal of Jews in TV and film; EMERGING FILMMAKERS day with workshops by the likes of Michael Kuhn and Tim Bevan; TEL AVIV ON FILM which celebrates the way the city has been captured on film; PEARS SHORT FILM EVENT which will screen the two winning films and lots of Q&A sessions with filmmakers throughout the festival.
New luxury lifestyle emporium – Cuckooland launches in the UK
– Another dreary luxury Gifting Site? Not on your nelly…. an exceptional site for extraordinary women launches in the UK-
Women deserve to be spoilt…check. Women love surprises…check. Women love unique…check. Well now comes a website that will spoil and surprise in equal measure with its unique and inspirational products for you, for your friend, for your family, heck – even your pooch!
Now if you are stressed out and have no time to pop down to John Lewis you just have to fire up your computer and go to Luxury lifestyle emporium Cuckooland is a website catering for the needs of the modern day woman and all her interests, impulses and indulgences. It features a range of luxurious and lavish products handily divided into useful categories including Mrs Smith, Mr Smith, Lifestyle Cool, Little Smiths, Pet Accessories, Travel and After Dark.
Each category showcases a cherry-picked selection of some of the most original and opulent brands on the planet including: luxury leather goods from across the pond with GI New York, the chicest jewellery from Sence Copenhagen, audiophile heaven from Ruark Audio, the sartorialist’s choice in travel accessories with TravelTeq and where else could you buy a white shirt for your dog? Only the most exclusive, original and desirable “non-mass produced” products reside in Cuckooland!
Even better, as a member you can earn site credits for sharing products you love with Cuckooland’s
“Share the Trends” incentive. Just share the products you love via Facebook or Twitter buttons on the product pages or you can create a Wishlist and then share your Wishlist by email, Facebook or Twitter and when the recipient buys the product via these links you receive credits:
• By sharing products up to the value of £75 you receive £2.50 credit on your
account.
• By sharing products over the value of £75 you receive £5.00 credit on your
account.
Unlike most luxury online gifting stores, the vast majority of Cuckooland’s stock is bought outright and kept at its warehouse for speedy delivery. All product deliveries are tracked and if you’re not happy with your delivery or order there is a “no questions asked 30 day returns policy”. And of course there is also a gift-wrapping service and a free gift tag available at checkout. In fact, the team at Cuckooland likes to think it has the best check out service in the business – quick, simple and secure. And, if you’re lucky you might even fall prey to a “Random Act of Cuckooness” – little surprises released by these slightly cuckoo people to brighten up your day.
Lastly, watch out for Zebarella, the awfully clever zebra centaur with a fabulously large bottom who you can thank for Cuckooland. It is Zebarella who had the idea of selecting the incredible array of original, desirable and non-mass produced products found in the hills, valleys, streams and estuaries of her native Cuckooland to share with you all online. If you want to see some of Zebarella’s favourite products take a peak at, “Zebarella’s Picks” a fantastic place to get you inspired before you flex your card.
On the week of the Annual Victoria’s Secret showcase, Miranda Kerr shares the insider knowledge on her catwalk body
ON THE WEEK OF THE ANNUAL VICTORIA’S SECRET SHOWCASE, MIRANDA KERR SHARES THE INSIDER KNOWLEDGE ON HER CATWALK BODY
With the annual Victoria’s Secret fashion show commencing last night, all eyes were on their golden girl, Miranda Kerr. But as she stripped down to show off the latest lines, how did Miranda prepare her figure for the catwalk showcase?
We’ve rounded up Miranda’s most sought after beauty secrets, and given you the go-to guide to the catwalk body everyone’s lusting after this season.
SHE SAYS
“To keep my skin in check I always eat lots of greens and take Chlorella supplements and drink lots of water”
WE SAY
The powerful combination of key nutrients in chlorella help to detox and cleanse the skin and body, and also improve energy, sleep, hair and prevent nail ridges and splitting. Sun Chlorella ‘A’ is comprised of a whopping 60% pure plant protein, containing a unique component called Chlorella Growth Factor (CGF), which encourages growth and repair of cells and tissues in our bodies, working alongside antioxidant Vitamin A to bring anti-ageing benefits to your complexion.
Sun Chlorella is priced £21.95 for 300 tablets (a 20-30 day supply) and in NEW Sun Chlorella ‘A’ Granules, perfect for beauty boosting smoothies, priced at £21.95 for a 20 x 3g sachets box (one month’s supply) available from http://www.tesco.com/ and www.SunChlorella.co.uk
SHE SAYS
“I will not go a day without coconut oil”
WE SAY
Holland & Barrett’s Nutritionist Kate Butler said one of the reasons coconut oil is so popular was its multi-functional benefits when used on the skin, hair or eaten. “The small molecular structure of coconut oil allows for easy absorption through the skin, giving it a soft, smooth texture” said Kate. “This makes it an ideal ointment for the relief of dry, rough skin, and an effective after-sun lotion because it literally melts into your skin. Coconut oil works wonderfully as a hair conditioner too as Miranda Kerr’s diet shows can be eaten on salads or used as a cooking oil” Holland & Barrett – Pure Coconut Oil is priced at £12.59 for 453g.
SHE SAYS
‘Now being a mother I don’t have as much time to spend on my skin. I like to wear rosehip oil at night. It’s full of that many antioxidants and it really works on a cellular level too to rejuvenate the skin. I put that on at night and I wake up glowing.’
WE SAY
Trilogy Certified Organic Rosehip Oil is a powerful 100% natural skincare product that helps improve the appearance of wrinkles, scars, stretch marks. Its potent active ingredients make it highly effective for other skin concerns includingdry and dehydrated skin, ageing skin and uneven skin tone. All skin types will benefit from using this lightweight oil which absorbs easily just like a serum.
£16.50 for 20ml and £28.50 for 45ml available from John Lewis trilogyproducts.co.uk and hollandandbarrett.com
SHE SAYS
“I have been working out quite a bit doing Pilates and yoga and strength training with weights and resistant bands and I eat super healthy.”
WE SAY
Justin Way, Fitness Expert and Personal Trainer at Pure Gym (www.puregym.com) says “Pilates can improve strength, flexibility and overall mobility, and develops the mind as well as the body.
It’s a totally safe and effective exercise method which will improve posture and over time help you achieve strong core strength, develop lean muscle tissue and improve wellbeing.
Pure Gym’s 24-hour, no contract membership starts from £17.99 a month. For more information, visit www.puregym.com
SHE SAYS
“I drink warm water and lemon every morning and I also drink lots of good quality purified and preferably alkaline water throughout the day.”
WE SAY
Water is essential for life. It accounts for about 60% of our body weight and performs crucial roles such as carrying nutrients and waste products between our major organs, helping regulate body temperature, lubricating our moving parts, and acting as a shock absorber. Independent consultant to the Natural Hydration Council – Dr Emma Derbyshire PhD, RNutr. Nutrition Consultant explains “Quench your thirst with water first before going on to enjoy other beverages such as tea, coffee, squash and fruit juices. If in doubt, the Food Standards Agency provides a useful guide of 6 to 8 glasses of water a day for the average person.”
SKYFALL… SALES RISE
– The 007 effect sees sales of Bond fragrance on the rise–
Superdrug is benefitting from the ‘Bond effect’ as the 007 James Bond fragrance is flying off the shelves since the launch of Skyfall.
Sales show that not only do men want to be James Bond they also want to smell like him. Since the latest Bond film Skyfall launched the retailer has seen sales of the 007 fragrance rise by 32 per cent (compared to the week before the film launch).
The retailer is ensuring more stock is rushed to stores to ensure that Bond fans who can’t afford the other 007 essentials, such as an Aston Martin or Tom Ford suit, can get their secret agent fix for just 18.99.
Sara Wolverson, Superdrug Director of Beauty said: “We know our customers love to emulate the style of their favourite celebrities but who knew the dapper action hero that is James Bond would have such a great effect on our sales.
“It’s not just this fragrance which is seeing the Bond effect, sales of male grooming products are also on the rise as men hope to look as smooth as Daniel Craig.
“But we are aware that the sales may be down to women snapping up the fragrance in the hope that a quick spritz may turn him indoors into their very own Bond.”
Win! Friends Prize Pack, oversized cappuccino mugs and a picture frame
Warner Bros. Pictures is proud to announce the release of Friends: The Complete Series Blu-Ray Box Set November 12th 2012; along with the 30 Days of Friends: Trivia Challenge Blog App and Video Player! and Frost Magazine has prizes to giveaway!
You will win a Friends prize pack with two oversized cappuccino mugs and a picture frame just like the one on Monica’s door to giveaway to your audience.
2. 30 Days of Friends: Trivia Challenge! Come back everyday to earn a different Friends character badge, unlock hidden badges, and earn awesome Friends content along the way.
3. Mashup Clip Countdown! Relive all your favorite Friends moments in these fun clips. Each week a new clip will be unlocked.
4. Which Friend Are You Most Like Quiz! Everybody loves the characters of Friends for their distinct and quirky personalities. Chandler’s wit, Monica’s OCD, and Phoebe with her free-spirit. Take this quiz to find out what Friends character you are most like!
5.Get Social! Tweet with the #FRIENDS hashtag to get your audience excited for the long awaited release of Friends: The Complete Series Blu-Ray Box Set.
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Heidi Klum and Louise Redknapp Bare All.
BBC Children in Need is excited to launch its first ever ‘BearFaced Day’ campaign on Friday November 9th, which encourages women across the UK to go without make up to help raise money for disadvantaged children and young people across the UK.
A host of sensational celebrities have gone ‘BearFaced’ in support of the campaign by taking part in a make-up free photo shoot by top photographer Rankin. Celebrities include model and television personality Heidi Klum, media personality Louise Redknapp and TV presenters Caroline Flack.
Heidi Klum
“I am so proud to be taking part in this year’s BBC Children in Need BearFaced campaign. Having worked in the fashion industry for a number of years, I am a firm believer of encouraging women’s empowerment, and what a better way to do so than supporting such a fantastic charity.”
Caroline Flack
“I was honoured to be asked to get involved in supporting BBC Children In Need’s BearFaced campaign. While I was initially apprehensive to bare all at the shoot it was a great experience. I hope everyone digs deep this year to support this incredible charity.”
Top photographer Rankin has shot a number of celebrities for the campaign showing their support by being shot without make-up.
– Heidi Klum, Caroline Flack and Louise Redknapp are supporting the BBC Children in Need BearFaced Day campaign on Friday 9th November. Encourage your friends, family and colleagues to sponsor you via BT My Donate, or pick ‘BearFaced’ as the event across most other digital sponsorship sites – https://mydonate.bt.com/
Time To Take A Break? Get Out Of Your Chair, It’s Killing You
If you think working overtime, skipping your lunch hour and staying chained to your desk will make you more productive, you need to cut yourself some slack and take a break.
Working non-stop without taking a break can increase your chances of weight gain, heart disease and worse. Staring at a computer screen for more than 2 hours per day can cause Computer Vision Syndrome, a real affliction, which causes blurry vision, headaches, dry eyes and can lead to long-term nearsightedness. However, getting up and away from your desk for just 5 minutes can alleviate eye strain and reduce fatigue in addition to making you feel better. The mere act of standing at your desk instead of sitting at it can help you burn up to 2500 calories per week. Not bad for just standing around.
Work hard and break hard; doing so will make you a healthier, happier and more productive employee.
Take A Break by LearnStuff.com