"FRONK" The Mini-Series Premieres on Sudden Link Ch 12 in Eureka California
For immediate release ! FRONK -
The long awaited brainchild of producer/director Michael the "K" has just been released for public view! Having spent ions in the entertainment business (including thirty years in Access Television) the "K" has added his latest creation to his many previously developed television and radio shows recently produced out of Eureka California.
Spending almost seven years evolving a storyline and cast characters, the production of Fronk harnesses a huge cast of mostly first time performers equipped with nothing more than talent, imagination, and an extremely modest budget. Disgusted at the state of today's film and television, the "K’s" decision to bring back the golden days of storytelling through a self-produced series has re-introduced a refreshing 'old school' perspective on the stage of television. What has consequently unfolded is "FRONK"… a mini-series of untold length and format that has hit the airwaves receiving an already favorable response in the historic Michael the "K" tradition!
Each episode will feature new characters and situations that will make up a new-fangled version of what can be considered to be "The Greatest Story Ever Told?" In television history, it is noteworthy that there has never been a 'mini-series' ever presented on a 'cable access station?' With this and the fact that the series was 'shot' on consumer level equipment is even a further stretch of innovation and ground breaking in itself?
Based on the year '2012', the evolving and frequently mutating work of art, "Fronk" will run its course every Sunday at 9:30 and every Tuesday at 11:30 on Access Humboldt-Channel 12 Sudden Link. Attached is a link so you can watch it at your leisure 24/7. Please feel free to pass it on to the world!
This Special Episode covers some of the many summer events in The Eureka area. From a peek at Buffy Sainte-Marie's band, at sound check at the historic Eureka theater, to the Mainstreet Summer waterfront concerts, this episode delivers.
You get to see some great acts at play in the laid back intimate shows on Eureka's new Boardwalk addition. The new arena area is bigger, better and the bands this year were the best ever. This time out your entertained by Snake Alley's, Chicago style of upbeat blues,L.A.'s eclectic and hypnotic "Incendio"
and the Bay Area's incomparable " The Kaye Bohler Band"as they rock the waterfront senseless. As an added bonus a custom new mix of the 2009 "Blues by the Bay"segment is on hand to leave you entertained to the end. As always there's lots of segue's and twists and turns to be seen here in this first of a multipart Summer of 2011 event series, of the" Michael the K Experience.
Here is the latest Michael the 'K' Experience . It is running on suddenlink ch 12 in Eureka and other cities in Humboldt County. This 2nd Bat N Rouge Event. once again sets new standards for events in this Area. Join the Sisters of Perpetual Inulgence at play in the Arcata Ball park and celebrating "Pride" in Old Town Eureka . This is NOT o be missed!!
On April !6th 2011 the Eureka Tribunes, online, newsletter, website will celebrate it's 3rd Anniversary. The Tribune is a unique website dedicated to present Humboldt County and the Eureka/Arcata bay areas unique talents and landscape to the world. In it's first 2 years ,the Tribune has more than broken ground. Tribune articles and video productions have been adopted and used in many news agencies worldwide . Articles posted in the Eureka Tribune have had effects nationwide and aboard. We are very thankful that the Tribune could play such a key part of historic events. We will continue to evolve in the coming years Thanks to all who have supported and found the Tribune to be a key tool in their careers.
NEWS UPDATE
Nuffer’s Victory gets Warren Jeff’s a Child Bride!
Rebecca Kimbel DTM
Brenda Lei Fischer was given to Warren Jeffs, as a 12 year old bride. She was raped in the FLDS temple as assistances and onlookers participated in the child molesting ritual. She and several other girls were impregnated by Jeffs. How did Brenda Lei get into the hands of notorious Warren Jeffs? Brenda Lei had one chance for a normal life, but it slipped away when Attorney David Ogden Nuffer shattered the hopes of her blood relatives who fought to keep their nieces and nephews from being adopted into a polygamist family after their mother died of cancer. Attorney David Nuffer was paid by the FLDS, (representing them) and Vaughn Fischer, a polygamist who had recently claimed Brenda’s mother as his third wife, (given to him by Rulon Jeff’s). (more>>>>)
Health Research Skeleton Acts as Endocrine Organ to Regulate Sugar Metabolism and Weight
Bones are typically thought of as calcified, inert structures, but researchers at Columbia University Medical Center have now identified a surprising and critically important novel function of the skeleton. They’ve shown for the first time that the skeleton is an endocrine organ that helps control sugar metabolism and weight and, as such, is a major determinant of the development of type 2 diabetes. The research demonstrates that bone cells release a hormone called osteocalcin, which controls the regulation of blood sugar (glucose) and fat deposition... (>> read)
Silent Strokes' Linked to Memory Loss in Elderly
New research links ’silent strokes,’ or small spots of dead brain cells, found in about one out of four older adults to memory loss in the elderly. The study is published in the January 3, 2012, print issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. “The new aspect of this study of memory loss in the elderly is that it examines silent strokes and hippocampal shrinkage simultaneously,” said study author Adam M. Brickman, PhD, of the Taub Institute for Research on Alzheimer’s Disease and the Aging Brain at Columbia University Medical Center in New York…(>> read)
Higher Resting Heart Rate Linked to Heart Disease, Increased Risk of Death
In a study that enrolled nearly 30,000 apparently healthy men and women, those who had an increase in their resting heart rate over a 10-year period had an increased risk of death from all causes and from ischemic heart disease, according to a study in the December 21 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA). Some evidence indicates that a high resting heart rate (RHR) is associated with increased cardiovascular disease and death in the general population, independent of conventional risk factors. However, whether changes in RHR over time influence the risk of death from ischemic heart disease…(>> read)
Kody Brown, star of Sister Wives TV reality Show,) is affiliated with a criminal Polygamist Group. In an interview with the Salt Lake Tribune, Kody Brown said his family was part of the Apostolic United Brethren group.
The current leader of the AUB is LaMoine Jenson. LaMoine and the late leader Owen Allred involved in a 1.5 million dollar theft, ( Hill vs. Allred). The verdict was awarded in Hill’s favor. Owen Allred told his congregation Virginia Hill had given the money as “tithing. The congregation is currently paying the money back. In between the theft and the congregation being stuck with the bill, the court documents show that Owen recorded the meeting where he decided not to return the stolen money. Like Warren Jeff’s, Allred was found guilty from the recordings he had made. (Read More>>>>>)
TWO EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS ON POLYGAMY
REBECCA KIMBEL & IRENE SPENCER
Here is the 2nd installment of "Special Report with Rebecca Kimbel" If you have followed the news about FLDS leader Warren Jeffs trial and conviction, this show will knock your socks off. Irene Spencer,N.Y. Times best selling author of "Cult Insanity " and "Shattered Dreams ' reveals her life as a Polygamy slave wife. Irene bares her soul and describes in detail the cults "Blood Atonement" murders and attacks she has lived through! ~ by Michael the K
If you want to Ask Rebecca, send your questions to: contact@rebeccakimbel.com Most people wish to remain anonymous. For that reason I take the question that will work together in an article and answer several questions with full explanations as to why they happen and how to deal with them all in the same article.
When you see a “refer to article” reference, read the article for the answers. In this way I can answer more of your questions at once. I appreciate your questions. Others are asking similar questions and your asking helps others have the courage to ask. Thank you.. Rebecca Kimbel
On April 30th 2011, icon and living legend Buffy Sainte Marie, graced the stage at the historic Eureka Theater, bringing her unique style of music and native American history to our beautiful area. Buffy who has survived and prospered for almost 5 decades, has carved her name in the history of American music. Releasing 19 albums over the years, she entered the scene in 1953 and has not stopped in her quest to entertain and educate the masses to her music and historic sagas. She was blackballed from the industry during the Johnson-Nixon administrations but fought her way back and is still making waves in the scene.
Buffy resides now in Hawaii, appearing in concert only 30 times per year and is still as powerful and commands an impressive image in every event she is featured. Her band who resides in Winnipeg Canada, had just returned from performances in Australia, before gracing the historic Eureka Theater. In an energetic performance, she once again unveiled her unique style where she more than commanded attention to the throng of attendee's who were thrilled to experience her once again.
Her last performance in Humboldt county was a few years ago when she played host to a sold out crowd at the fabulous Mateel Community Theater. I attended the load in and sound check and was astounded to see Buffy back in rare form and belting out her songs and legends just as she has always done in the past. This singer, poet, musician, and grand story teller, looked as young and vibrant as I watched her belt out her powerful version of "Stawalker" and others during the intense sound check that afternoon.
The 'grand lady' has had the likes of Elvis, Barbra Streisand, and many others cover her grand visionary songs over the years. I unfortunately was not able to attend the performance as I had my radio show that night. However, I did spotlight Buffy on my show on Blue Ox radio 97.7 fm (Sat at 11pm and repeated on Tues at 12 midnight) in Eureka, spinning some of the songbirds rare tunes and serving my audiences as I always do with great and inspiring music. For more information on this amazing performer check out her link below or search for her name on the web for and education to her life and times.
The Sky was Crying ... but the crowds were blind to it!?
by Michael the K
The Mateels 2011 Summer and Arts Festival was taken by storm this year. The usually hot summer weather was just a bit off this year as storms plagued the region all week,proceeding this years event. Worries must have been rampant as the opening day approached,as rain lay siege to most of California.
In spite of the looming dark stormy weather forecasts,the crowds rolled out as usual and tents, stages and an uncountable number of set ups were mounted once again,to make this the best all around gathering in Humboldt County. As always families flock to this event every year. Set against the breath taken beauty of Benbow Lake State Park, the audiences are treated to a relaxed atmosphere and the ability to wander over 1/2 a mile of stages, performance areas and vendors of every imaginable products under the sun.
The Festival now in it's incredible 35 th year, promotes organics but there is enough variety of things to please all. Over 60 local bands performers and artists are showcased here. The locals, rub shoulders with Artists and Musicians from all over the world. This mixing of Music and Art is the basis of creation in the Arts and Science's. Here inspiration is born,inspired and nourished . The combination is Magic. Some of the film of this years event will be seen on an upcoming "Michael the K Experience".
The Mateel Community center who runs this, Reggae on the River and many other Music and Arts events, wins another gold cup in showing you "HOW IT'S DONE". They approach every venue with a warm compassionate touch, so unusual in today's cruel world.
LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL ENTERTAINMENT NEWS:
As I walked into the darkened Jambalaya on Sunday Jan 23rd, smoke machines were diffusing the air so that the colors and waveforms of the intelligent lighting would be more intense. A large eclectic looking set of impressive speakers flanked a stage loaded with multi-turntables, mixers, cd players, and computers. The stage was set for one of the biggest DJs in the "House Music" scene to weave his magical web.
I had never been to Jambalaya before and was really impressed how nice the place looked for an "Arcata Plaza Bar!. The staff was very professional and the atmosphere was just right for the event. Those elements are usually missing in this area and shows don't really let you see the performers talents. But in this case the booking agents really knew their stuff! Loren and Jason of "Deep Groove Society" planned this one well bringing in all the lights and sound systems. I was later to find out they have been throwing events like this over the past ten years!?
The team from Los Angeles where Doc is based has been groomed on this music for many years and it was a thrill for them to have him here! These guys are the 'real deal' seldom found in Humboldt County. They love their audiences and go to great lengths to please them. I heard constant comments from people about how impressed they were!! More to come on "Deep Groove" coming soon!
As to the nights' bills of fare ... the opening DJ (who I regretfully missed his name) set the right mood followed by Loren and Jason on the turntables, CDs, and other gadgets. The crowd was warmed into a frenzy as Doc hit the 'tables!" I felt like I was back in the rave scene in San Francisco, as Doc slammed out his beats over that silky sounding PA! There was not a being in the house, that wasn't jumping to the beats as the lights did their magic.
This was also a big reunion with Doc and myself who has been a associate over the years. He loves the area up hereand plans to do more events and connect other' greats' to play here .
This area has always craved good dance music...NOW were going to reap its pleasures! Keep in touch as this project evolves! Thanks also to Maddy and "World Famous Productions", who teamed with "Deep Groove Society" to conceive and execute this fine production.
The Mothership had landed again in Southern Humboldt for the third time at Redways, Mateel Community Center. The Mateel... the house that Reggae on the River built and nourished for so many years is on it's own and booking some marvelous shows as it did in the past. So on Friday January 28th it again played host to the legendary "George Clinton and P_Funk! " (read more >>>)
A grand finale for 2011 -- it's Episode 14 of The Michael The K Experience! In this episode Michael digs into his extensive archives to bring you a never-before-seen live show of Animals - Christmas 1992 from Lennon Studios in San Francisco; he also finds gems from his journey wading into the woodchips at Blue Ox Millworks where local craftsmen demonstrate their talents -- not to mention the zany puppetry of Mark Dupre and the music of the Pilot Rock Ramblers and Joe Garceau!
Michael also finds his old friend Les Craig singing to the wild animals at Olivia's Bistro -- and runs into beasts of a different sort at Occupy Eureka's controversial protests in front of the Humboldt County Courthouse. You be the judge -- is it illegal camping, or free speech taking place there?
The strangely spooky Carpathian rounds out the show with heartwarming tales of terror for the holiday season. Michael the K and the entire Eureka Tribune crew wish you a Merry Christmas with this show, and keep watching for the world premiere of Fronk in the new year!
A solar flare will hit earth tommorow January 24 th 2012 .
Is this the first of many to hit the Earth,as predicted by many origins and backed by modern science?! Keep tuned as Mickey O'Rourkw brings you up to date perodiclyas we near the Winter Solstace event on Dec 21st 2012!
Please search the internet for more information.
ARTICLES, REVIEWS & REPORTING
Leadership, Legacy, and Living a Life of Significance Part 1
What will they say at your funeral? What would you want them to say? THAT will be your legacy and it will be too late to start working on your life of significance at your memorial. You can begin TODAY to work toward a “life legacy” and really make a positive difference!
How do you leave a legacy of positive leadership? Who doesn’t want to leave a positive legacy? Leadership and legacy means being PROACTIVE -- being the first to:
- Take the initiative to communicate.
- Set the standard-leading by example.
- Managing, planning, resourcing, and serving those around you.
- Identify vision, goals and priorities.
- Take responsibility and saying (and living) “The buck stops here".
- Leaders press on and press in; they run counter to the culture of convenience or opinion.
Think about your personal leadership… See life as a chance to identify your purpose, position, passion, and posture and then begin to live as though your life makes a real difference---because it does! Show your quality…
1. To Impress or to Influence?
Would you rather impress someone or truly have an influence in their life? Impressions are on the surface; therefore, they are often superficial. Influence, on the other hand, is often real, honest, and requires far more time, patience, resources, and relationship. Influence necessitates communication with people and the cessation of self-absorption. Start with being more about others and less about you and you WILL influence others.
2. Your Life's Lessons.
Many of our life's lessons are made up from our experiences, relationships, and mistakes. Have you been honest with your fears, failures, frustrations, and feelings? Can you safely share these with others who can benefit from your mistakes? This is the stuff of legacy!
Your hardships serve to shape your life's message. That life message consists of a spiritual component, your life's lessons, passions, and mission. Most of what we call failure can be transformed to tangible lessons we can share with those we love. Thus, pain is transformed to purpose and passion when we share transparently about life’s lessons.
3. Your Disposition.
Is your disposition credible, vulnerable, real, and genuine? Do you act and speak with genuineness and transparency in the way you treat others? Are you believable, touchable, straight up, humane, and do you have integrity? Are you “legit” as my kids say? Are you the real deal or a phony? Can we see the “real you”…? Who are YOU anyway?
4. Leadership’s Purpose.
People are the priority. Are you able to connect with people and are you a relationship builder? Do you serve and meet needs? Do you truly love other people unconditionally? Can you allow love to define your purpose and thereby your leadership legacy? Can you love and forgive yourself first? Are you a good communicator both in reaching out and listening?
5. Posture of a Legacy Leader.
Do you live in a mental posture of being open, teachable, and always learning? Are you able to lose preconceived notions ideas and attitudes? Do you walk and live in the art of possibility in your day-to-day living? Can you be a life-long learner or do you get stuck in old paradigms and ruts of thinking about life? Have you hung up your “cleats” or “thrown in the towel” as far as learning/living new stuff in life?
6. Passion and Legacy.
Passions define leadership. What are you passionate about? Are you a spokesperson for your passions? What causes, groups of people, or issues do you champion? What would you do for free if it were possible? That is your passion. Who/what do you weep for? This would be a great place to start living with intentionality and building your legacy.
7. Your Mission in life=People.
Do you want to leave a legacy of love for those around you? Then invest yourself in quality relationships with people. Be an example to follow. Serve others. Be communicative and relational with those in your life, world, and network. Press in and take the initiative.
8. Leadership and Adversity.
Leaving a legacy of leadership and living a life of real significance means facing and overcoming adversity. How you deal with adversity defines you. Are you bitter or better? You will need faith to face your challenges. You can come through hardship as someone who can truly serve others and help them in their time of need.
Find your voice and use it toward your life's passions, purpose, posture, and position to leave a legacy of leadership. Find your voice and your gifts, and use them!! Help others find their voice and their gifts, so they too may leave a lasting legacy of leadership and a heritage of love. You will begin to live a life of meaning and significance and you will leave an awesome legacy!
Beware the Ides of March 2011 ~
The 'End of Days' Update:
by Mickey O'Rourke
Well this time out the so Called "Rapture"is actually November 9th 2011 that we have to be aware of. In fact more than be aware of we need to protect ourselves. On that date the newly discovered Comet "Elenin" will be closest to the earth. That in layman's terms, means too close for comfort.
The Comet, discovered only last October has been tranversing our planet and causing havoc with out digital systems. Bad enough that were dealing with sunspot activities and the coming 2012 alignment of the planets and the proposed "Procession?"
The interpretation that is backed by science says, we face a dreaded "BLACK HOLE". Add to this all a new Comet who brings up the dreaded "Planet X " of ancient folklore that legends say causes great extinctions of life on the planet.
Elenin whose path will bathe us in its tail of electromagnetic plasma, may also be coaxed off it's projected path and actually strike the Earth? At a distance of about 24 million miles away it is closer than our Sun. A good rule of thumb is to unplug all electrical devices using a CPU or any digital device on November 9th as a precaution. More updates will keep you informed.
It just so happens that on that date November 9th 2011 our government is going to shut down operations power grids and who knows what else, supposedly as a defense maneuver. I think it a might bit suspicious, as to they know something might happen to endanger our world. Time will tell so stay tuned if you want to get a clue as to what's about to occur..?
Rebuttal to Polygamist Propaganda: Polygamy is and Adult Choice
by Rebecca Kimbel
We polygamist born children were taught from birth we had to live polygamy or lose our salvation. Only polygamists were accepted on our family, our society and by our God. To not live polygamy was to be damned. Our choice in marriage was confined to polygamy. Some had a choice between one of two older married men to be “spiritually” married to, but choosing any man outside of the polygamist culture was not a choice. (more>>>>)
Sales in The New Economy
by Scott Hammond
THE SALES MEETING: My dad Bob Hammond came to the Tri City Weekly Monday Sales meeting several years ago. I was really excited to see this expert address the craft of sales with my cohorts. He sat there and said these few words: “If you are in sales for the money, you are only half paid.” I was waiting for the next 59 minutes….Nothing! He was finished. He sat back and was finished with the Sales Training…I got annoyed until I realized what he had really said. (read more>>)
BURLESQUE IN EUREKA?!?
by Michael the K
May 6th 2011 XOXO "Burlesque" invaded that word-of-mouth underground nite club Nocturnum. This marks a new level in the appearance of many touring so called "Burlesque" shows that have visited the local clubs in this area. The Red Fox tavern has had quite a few and the turnouts have been great. These shows and I do mean 'shows' are becoming the hot thing on the suddenly spouting nitelife in the area. In these troubled, depressing times, not to mention the coming of Dec 21 2012 (the so called end of days) there has been more local events that surely bring out the crowds. Depression times always seek entertainment. This one always does, as the theme is self evident. Strangely enough wrestling, boxing, and 'Extreme Fighting' also are crowd pleasers locally.
The bill of fare was well planned and executed. There were Dj's playing eclectic beats. A live saxophone player adding textures to the thick atmospheres the Dj's created. The crowd was a cool mixture of artists, dancers, and theater types seeking escape from the world. They were well rewarded as each act 'delivered.' Every act presented a different feel and message to the squealing crowds delight. There was an exotic performance artist between the acts and the mesmerizing Master of Ceremonies glued the acts together, like scenes in a play.
There was even a beautiful photo girl with a private booth to take candid shots of you and the performers. The BeatVixons, the main spotlight act, are an amazing dance team They add their craft to all types of music. Here was another title to hang on their belts,well done. They are what dance is really about and not lots of twirling, jumping house wives with swords on their heads, we commonly see hereabouts ... wink wink!! . Visionary, Susie Kidd and company of "XOXO Burlesque" and everyone involved should be congratulated on delivering an exciting nite out for it's audience . A grand time was had by all.
'STRESS' AND HOW TO DEAL WITH IT?
by Scott Hammond
Living in Humboldt is no guarantee of a stress-free life. We can suffer as much or more than someone living in the Big City…
Many of us get stuck in dysfunctional and stressful patterns of acting and being. Much of it is dictated by the fact that we simply give up and let go. We give into our moods, tiredness, burnout, and stress. We get snarky and we stop caring how we are impacting on those around us. We sometimes just quit.
When we get stressed the tendency we feel is fight or flight. We tend to want to give up when faced with persistent stress and challenges in life. Sometimes the “fight” is a good thing in that at least you are still engaged. Let’s Fight Right! Many of us are comfortable fighting: literally, fighting. When the stress of life becomes too acute, many of us, seeking a way out for the stress we feel, begin to fight life and those around us. The resulting anger, abuse, and violence (both verbal and physical) become part of a chronic pattern of behavior which leads to a constant, simmering anger inside us. (read more >>> )
AUTHOR SCOTT HAMMOND
Scott Hammond is a Parenting Expert and as a father of 9 children offers a unique point of view on fathering and intentional living. Scott is an Award Winning professional speaker and has been recognized as a business consultant/coach with 30 years of marketing experience. Scott is the author or “Every Day Dad-the Guide to Becoming a Better Father” available on Amazon.com. Reach out to Scott Hammond today at sjhammond@suddenlink.net.
EVERY DAY DAD: Filled with real life stories and personal anecdotes, Hammond’s 'Every Day Dad' seeks to offer motivational tips to inspire change and growth to make fathering a more positive experience. (read more >>>)
MY FATHER: He’ll always be remembered in our family as the ice cream grandpa, who always loved Humboldt County and insisted on multiple gallons of ice cream with each and every visit. (read more >>>)
YOUR ELEVATOR PITCH: First, let's define the term. An "elevator pitch" is a really concise way of describing what your company does. It's usually 90 words or less and was given its name because you should be able to tell someone exactly what you do while you're on an elevator together - about 30 seconds. (read more >>>)
GOAL SETTING FOR THE EVERYDAY PERSON: Why set goals? Why document priorities? Why plan your life? Why live life on purpose? (read more >>>)
