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Whit Honea is the author of The Parents' Phrase Book. He lives in the L.A. area with his wife and two boys. You can find his writings and other works all over the Internets. Now available on Twitter.

Lost Losing Viewers Fast

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One of my favorite television shows, ABC’s hit series LOST, is losing viewers fast. This article postulates that it is due to the frequent break of continuity for reruns. Fox’s "24" shows the whole season with almost no breaks and no repeats. In an age where whole seasons of a series can by bought on… Read More »Lost Losing Viewers Fast

John Lasseter, a divided man

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A New York Times article shares more information with how John Lasseter’s schedule is likely to work once the buyout is complete. Mr. Lasseter said that he and Edwin E. Catmull, Pixar’s president, who will become president of the two divisions, would spend eight days a month at Pixar’s headquarters in the Bay Area and… Read More »John Lasseter, a divided man

Radio Disney ads Advertising to its podcasts

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Corante’s Marketing blog looks at the strategy of Radio Disney’s podcasts, which are one of the first Podcasts to sell advertising space in its podcasts. This gets tricky since the Podcasts are likely to be downloaded by children without a pre-listen from the parents. So Corante hopes they’ll set clear standards to provide some comfort… Read More »Radio Disney ads Advertising to its podcasts

Hong Kong Disneyland Food Report

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The Philippine Daily Inquirer looks at the various food options available at the new Hong Kong Disneyland Resort. And one of its more magical attractions is the eating expedition. “Dining is another integral part of the Disney experience as is shopping,” said Rudolf Muller, executive chef of HK Disneyland Resort. The resort may be rooted… Read More »Hong Kong Disneyland Food Report

Extreme Makeover Home Edition: Roundup

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It’s been a while since we checked in with the Extreme Makeover: Home Edition crew. They’re in full swing helping families around the nation with the most recent stop being in Kentucky. Also coming up, for sweeps, is a four episode special where they do major work in areas stricken by Katrina and Rita. I’m… Read More »Extreme Makeover Home Edition: Roundup

Tron, the legend behind the film

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What were you doing back in 1982? Were you attending the grand opening of EPCOT Center? Well, I was spending my summer in Washington D.C. with my father while he lobbied for the Bonneville Power Administration. We spent most weekends touring the historical sites and the Smithsonian Museums. As a geeky 13 year old, I… Read More »Tron, the legend behind the film

Katrina knocks out Six Flags New Orleans

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I don’t think anyone is really suprised by this news, but Six Flags New Orleans will not be opening for the 2006 season. Wit the shakey, but recovering, state of its partent company, its future remains in doubt as well. Still Six Flags has new management, is celebrating its 45th Year as a company, and… Read More »Katrina knocks out Six Flags New Orleans