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These Are The Things I Think About -- Jan23rd-29th

2012-01-29T18:43:00.004-06:00

Some musical food for thought to get us going, wrestler Hulk Hogan revealed this week he was once asked to join Metallica. Apparently the Hulkster plays bass and was a session musician before his days in the ring. Friends with Metallica’s Lars Ulrich, Lars asked him to join during the early days of the band. Obviously, it didn’t work out, but you have to wonder what influence Hulk Hogan would have had on the group. I picture all their song titles ending in brother:
*Nothing Else Matters-Brother, Enter Sandman-Brother, etc.. A little silly I know, but it’s the best I could come up with. Yep, it’s Sad But True---Brother ;-)

Moving on, sad news this week as "Price Is Right" host Drew Carey and his fiancé Nicole have called off their engagement. I hear it all came down to the ring. Instead of going the safe route and saying 1 dollar she guessed higher then Drew wanted to spend on one.

In Entertainment, Jay Leno is being sued. This over a Mitt Romney joke he recently made. Thing is, I’ve heard it's actually part a huge class action lawsuit against all of Leno’s jokes…cause they’re not funny.

Elsewhere, story continues Top Gun 2 might be in the works! Tom Cruise himself saying if with the right story he’s in. Hmm, could we see the return of Maverick and the Ice Man?…Here’s hoping, and hey if not… ”Maverick & The Ice Man” Don't know about you, but I smell sitcom!!…. Or 80s cop show at the very least!... Cue saxophone solo!

And, from history…. it was Thursday’s date in 2009, the term "Octomom" was born. Pun intended. That was the day Nadya Suleman give birth to octuplets. If you didn’t know this, she was already a mother of six. So technically, she is the Tetradecagon-mom… Tetradecagon --look it up!

-Gilmore

--Oh, P.S. A little extra this week on how you can blow some serious cash fast! The Superbowl is set, The Patriots VS The Giants. The game goes Sunday in Indianapolis. And, for 750 thousand dollars you can have a suite at one of the End zones. Don’t worry your 750 thousand dollars will include tickets to the game, food & drinks, and yes your parking pass…. Well isn't that nice of them to include parking.
As for the game, I couldn’t care less but my call is Patriots…

--P.S.S. *entire sentence works best when spoken outloud in your best Hulk Hogan voice…. (go back and try it again..do it…You know you want to…doooo it!)

These Are The Things I Think About -- Jan 15th-22nd

2012-01-22T16:39:00.006-06:00

Well Yankee Idol started Wednesday. American Idol season 11. BARF!!.. Seriously, tell me if I’m wrong, has this show not completely gone from finding the most talented singer out there to a horribly over marketed circus of annoyance?
–hmm “circus of annoyance”—I’m keeping that as my new term for the show! In one slight silver lining. Ratings of American Idol/The Circus of Annoyance are down big time…like 27 percent down. Maybe a sign people are finally sick of it? We can only hope.

In history this week, Tuesday marked the anniversary the flush toilet being invented back in 1861. –(Reminder: Insert a crappy joke here)-

In positive news. The government has done something right! Canada won’t be letting Lindsay Lohan into the country. Set to come north of the border to film a movie, Lindsay’s past year of crimes & court appearances has finally caught up with her. According to the Canadian government, "If you were convicted of an offense in Canada or outside of Canada that is considered a crime in Canada, you are considered to be criminally inadmissible to Canada." Take that LiHo!!

Elsewhere, in Hollywood news a medical marijuana dispensary has started selling a new type of weed called "OG Blue Ivy." They named the new product after Beyonce & Jay Z’s new daughter. Not to be outdone I hear Angelina Jolie & Brad Pitt are happy to hear “Shiloh Black Tar Heroin” is hitting L.A. streets soon.

In music, confirmed this week, rapper LL COOL J will host this year’s Grammys. Running in February he will be the Grammys’ first host in 7 years. Grammy officials are quick to point out though to not call it a comeback, they’ve been here for years. Anybody get that one?*

In the business world this week we caught a sign of our current changing times. Kodak has filed for bankruptcy. One time dominating the photography industry, Kodak admits it has failed to keep up with modern technologies, such as the digital camera. The painful irony is they invented it!…
Boy, what I wouldn’t give for a picture of the Kodak executives faces when they realized they needed to file for bankruptcy. …What, too soon?

And some sad news this week as Dave Evans, the founder of Cracker Barrel has passed away. I hear his wishes are to be cremated, though Dave has asked to be sliced up and placed on Triscuits first!**

-Gilmore

--Oh P.S. Tim Horton’s has started rolling out it’s new cup sizes...Not sure about you, but I am always Pro bigger cup sizes... This is for all their hot drinks, coffee, tea,etc.. Basically we are getting a new larger “extra large”, and with that, all the other sizes will bump up one. So, what is a large now is rebranded as a medium. What is now a medium will become the new small size. What is now a....nevermind. If you can’t figure this out you deserve to order the wrong size.

P.S.S-- *incase the LLCoolJ reference didn’t quite click with you… GO HERE
**that joke would have been so good, but, Dave Evans was actually the founder of the Cracker Barrel restaurant chain in the US, not Cracker Barrel, the tasty line of cheeses… Dang, so close!

These Are The Things I Think About -- Jan 9th-14th

2012-01-15T21:15:00.008-06:00

Starting this time around with a look at this week in booze. A few interesting stories:

From our Canadian girls are tough file. Reports are a woman in Winnipeg was shot in the eye last weekend, AND she refused treatment until after she finished her beer. A tough prairie girl indeed.

A sad but kinda awesome story. A man in Scotland recently took his own life by jumping into a vat of Scotch at the Glenfiddich Distillery. Sad because he did drown. But, lets face it, if that’s how he really wanted to go, I say a confident accepting slow clap to him…Well played.

And talking Scotch…Ever wish you could buy it in a can… Now you can do just that. Yep, Scotch in a can.... GO HERE for deets!

Moving on, turns out more then just Germans love David Hasselhoff. So do Oceanographers. Recently discovering a new crab in the ocean, they are nicknaming it "The Hasselhoff". Why?, seems just like Dave, this new type of crab has a hairy chest. This does however pose the question, would you really want to have crabs named after you?…Just sayin'

Very cool news from AMC this week. The cable channel has confirmed a Goodfellas TV series is in the works! Based on the Martin Scorsese movie --arguably the best mob movie ever-- the show will prequel the movie. AMC's Goodfellas will be set in the 60s and follow the early life of Henry Hill (played by Ray Liotta in the 1990 film)
--In honour of the movie, here are some cool links to check out: One Camera Shot, Joe Pesci's Oscar Speech, One Serious Pistol Whippin', I'm Funny How?!--

Finally, a few interesting notes from this week in entertainment history. It was 13 years ago Wednesday “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart” debuted. Taking over for Craig Kilborn, you’ll agree Jon and the show haven’t looked back since.

Also on Wednesday’s date, it marked 20 years since “Smells Like Teen Spirit” by Nirvana reached its peak at #6 on the charts. Yep, 20 years!...You feel old now, don't you?!... Little did we know in 1991, but the song would be very significant in usering in a new movement in rock music with the grunge/alternative scene. Also, here we are all those years later Dave Grohl recently had some inspirational words regarding Rock and Roll, quote: “I don’t think there’s anything wrong with rock at all…right now the current musical climate is not unlike it was back in 1991, right before Nirvana got popular.” Dave adds “I feel like that’s about to happen again. Something’s got to give”…I agree. Infact, I have a whole personal theory music is set to undergo another big change the next few years. I'll save my theory for another day, but I will say it is nice to hear someone like Dave Grohl touching on this same idea. Long live Rock & Roll!

-Gilmore

--Oh P.S.
Do you like James Bond?....Do you like the James Bond music?...How about with lyrics?!.. WARNING: this does contain potty mouth....But it is pretty F*%kin' funny. Enjoy!

P.S.S.-- ...if you still haven’t watched the fantastic "Plaid Rap" video I posted Monday, watch it, watch it NOW!!

The Epic-ness of Plaid in Song!!!!

2012-01-09T21:04:00.005-06:00

Finally, someone properly expresses the true greatness of the plaid shirt...Enjoy!

Treat yourself, go buy a "snap button" plaid today. I guarantee it'll be the first day of the rest of your life!

-Gilmore

These Are The Things I Think About -- 2012

2012-01-07T11:02:00.002-06:00

In place of anything I have come up with lately this is hands down a much better week in review!
Check out The Black Keys in Rolling Stone. Their thoughts on Rock & Roll are fantastic!

-Gilmore

--Oh P.S. Happy New Year!

These Are The Things I Think About -- Dec 19th-25th

2011-12-28T18:50:00.003-06:00

Be careful next time someone suggest you go dutch. This week on Dutch TV, the hosts of a show called “Test Rabbits” ate each other’s flesh. Curious to know what the other tasted like they both had a piece of muscle removed from their left butt cheek and abdomen. A chef then pan-fried the pieces infront of the studio audience…Creepy! I hear we taste like chicken

Early in the week we found out 2011's must have Christmas gift. In year’s past it was Tickle Me Elmo, well this time around it’s apparently a different redhead, Lindsay Lohan. Specifically the Lindsay Lohan issue of Playboy. Hitting store shelves the Friday before Christmas, parts of the US saw massive sellouts. Playboy also received re-orders from smaller cities for the first time ever, and subscription sales are up. It’s a Christmas miracle for Hugh Hefner…like he needs it.
--Lindsay did go as a blonde for the photo shoot by the way. All us fellow redheads are mad at her!--

In music, when it comes to Lady Gaga we now know who to blame. Donald Trump. Owning the Miss Universe Pagent, Donald says it was his choice to have Lady Gaga perform for it in 2008; hence he is responsible for starting the Lady Gaga phenomena. Of course these days Lady G’s success is almost as big as Donald Trumphs ego.

Here's something to make you shudder. Whoppi Goldberg has let it be known he used to be a phone sex operator. Doing it when she first started out in Hollywood, she says the money was great. …No word on how the phone sex was though...uuuggghh!

And finally, just so you know. Jessica Simpson is out with her new jewelry collection. She says the collection really reflects her. You can’t help but agree. Big diamonds on top, they are absolutely beautiful, and when looking at Jessica Simpson’s jewels you always wonder, are they real ;-)

-Gilmore

--Oh P.S. Here's a cool tidbit for ya:
Turning to Bond, James Bond. Current “007” actor Daniel Craig is being pursued by the studio to sign on for 5 more movies. Already starring in 3, if he agrees it will make him the longest running James Bond of all time. Roger Moore currently holds the title. --By the way I am doing a James Bond survey. Lemme know who your favourite Bond is! Put in your vote on The Gilmore Fan Page on Facebook!

P.S.S.-- And the worst joke you will read today, guaranteed!
--Kim Jong Ill died, at the age of 69. In his honour he is being made into a Mr. Potato Head, you know, cause he was a real Dick-Tater... Booyah...So bad it's good!

These Are The Things I Think About -- Dec 12th-18th

2011-12-18T17:10:00.004-06:00

Well Fear Factor made its return to TV Monday. Joe Rogan-check, Gross out bugs-check…Obligatory challenge involving bikini wearing-check. Welcome back Fear Factor formula… Oh, a rare Triple F sequenced sentence….score 50 points!

Elsewhere from the entertainment world, Brooke Mueller headed to rehab and Charlie Sheen now plans to watch their kids in the meantime. This will certainly be a Christmas those kids will never forget...No matter how much therapy.

Talking Christmas, Wednesday was official “Re-Gifting Day”. Good ‘ole re-gifting, the perfect chance to pass off the bad Christmas sweater you got last year. Just remember the golden rule, don’t re-gift to the person who gave it to you… it gets awkward!

By the way, if you’re still looking for the perfect Christmas gift for the dirty old man in your life. Lindsay Lohan’s issue of “Playboy” came out Friday…hey, just trying to help you out here.

Also as we head toward the end of the year, Time Magazine has named The Protestor as the 2011 person of the year. Lame Time Magazine, real lame. Ironically, you almost feel like protesting their choice.

And finally, announced this week, a new reality series about Clint Eastwood's family is in the works. Focusing on his wife and daughters, Clint will make cameos!…I hear when approached about the project Clint’s reply was “Go ahead film my days…Punk!” …(That actually does work well when said in a good Dirty Harry voice...just sayin'..)

-Gilmore

--Oh P.S. Here's this week's weirdest fact: Strange but true, Police in Los Angeles say tubas are being stolen in record numbers. Seems they are a hot commodity on the black market. I’m serious, look it up!

P.S.S.-– This weeks coolest fact (no pun intended):
According to Environment Canada a septillion snowflakes fall on Canada every year. A septillion is the number 1 followed by 24 zeros. That's a lot of snowflakes! Of course a minus 1 followed by 24 zeros, is the temperature parts of Canada hit come February. ;-)

These Are The Things I Think About -- Dec 5th-11th

2011-12-11T16:37:00.003-06:00

Lots happened in Music this week. On Monday, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees were announced. The 2012 class includes Guns N’ Roses, Red Hot Chili Peppers and the Beastie Boys. This year’s induction ceremony goes in April. Among those passed over this year were The Cure, Joan Jett, Heart, and War…Especially tough for them as I hear they’d already polished up the Low Rider for the ceremony.

Elsewhere, with Christmas approaching, Linkin Park are asking for 10 dollar donations to purchase solar powered light bulbs for those without power in Haiti this holiday season. A great cause. Hats off to Linkin Park… however, “solar powered light bulbs”… doesn’t that phrase belong in a newfie joke?!...just sayin'

In the entertainment world this week, Harry Potter died*… Oh wait, wait, wait…It was Harry Morgan, who played Colonel Potter on MASH, who died…Whoops. Harry passed away Wednesday, the long time actor was 96**.

They’ve crunched the numbers, this year to buy all the items in “The 12 Days of Christmas” it would cost you just over 101 thousand dollars. The most expensive item being 7 swans a-swimming, they come in at $6300… However, face it, going to see 9 ladies-a-dancing could get pretty pricey too.

And finally, a new survey is out says 10% of women admit they can’t keep a secret…Of course this survey also proves 90% of women are liars… ha! ;-)

- Gilmore

--P.S. *-got the joke from my desk neighbour at work. All credit, or boos to them.
**-Famous folk die in 3’s. The other two were Dobie Gray & Barbara Orbison, 23 years to the day after husband Roy Orbison.

These Are The Things I Think About -- Nov28th-Dec 4th

2011-12-04T00:55:00.003-06:00

We kicked off the week with “Cyber Monday”, the internet version of “Black Friday”. A day you could shop online for huge deals. Plus you avoid the Pepper Spray, Gunshots and Tramplings traditional Black Friday shopping offers...Oh yeah, and being able to shop in your gitch is always a bonus!

In sports, the Toronto Maple Leafs proved they indeed are the centre of the hockey universe. Once again, they are the most valuable franchise in the NHL…Deal with it haters!…The new list is out from Forbes, the Leafs are worth 521 million dollars. The New York Rangers are second and Montreal Canadians are in at 3rd. And you know Gary Bettman would somehow argue Phoenix is doing better then all of them…. Go Leafs Go!

Up next beer. Remember Hanson?…sadly we do. Well, the former boy band brothers are coming out with their own beer. And, ripping off the title of their biggest hit, they are calling the beer “MMMhop”….I hear just like their music, the Hanson beer will be weak and unpalatable*.

And finally, it was on Tuesday’s date 36 years ago the term ‘Micro-soft’ first appeared. It was in a letter from Bill Gates to company co-founder Paul Allen...You’d think it would be about the business. But, I hear it was actually about a hot date gone horribly wrong... Zing!

-Gilmore

--P.S. Little extra this week from some useless trivia I learned:
Where is the windiest place on earth?…The correct answer is Antarctica.
..And all this time I was certain it was the bathroom at Taco Bell!

P.S.S. --(*-unpalatable, good word!)

These Are The Things I Think About -- Nov 21st-27th

2011-11-27T21:56:00.005-06:00

US Thanksgiving was this Thursday. Experts say in their Thanksgiving meal alone, the average American ate over 3,000 calories and 90 grams of fat…the equivalent of 16 slices of greasy pizza….Perhaps we should change the name of Black Friday to Fat Friday.
Oh yeah, seems after a few more incidents this year, folks getting trampled Black Friday shopping has now officially become an annual tradition… God Bless America…

Of course holiday shopping is in full swing, and this year you can buy Jersey Shore Christmas ornaments. Yep, Hang Snooki from your tree for only $5.99…That is, if you haven’t already hung yourself after reading the last 2 sentences…Seriously!, Jersey Shore ornaments, kill me now.

Entertainment News, Sylvester Stallone and 2 former boxing champs are producing a musical version of "Rocky. It will premiere in of all places Germany next November…And here we thought the Germans only loved David Hasselhoff.

The National Enquirer claims Paula Abdul hired a rabbi, a priest, a minister, and a witch doctor to cleanse her home of evil spirits. Story sounds ridiculous, but, also like a great set up for a joke: So listen a rabbi, minister, priest & witch doctor walk into Paula Abdul's house…the rest practically writes itself!

Pakistan officials have come out with a list of over 11 hundred English words they feel should be banned from text messaging. Not sure exactly how you ban words from texts; But, highlights from their list include, “breast”, “flatulence”, “bullcrap”, and my personal favourite “monkey crotch”...cause you know it comes up in conversation so often... I say text “monkey crotch” to someone tonight, just for kicks.

In Sports, with the Green Bay Packers sitting 11-0 in their football season, a new survey out says 89% of people view Quarterback Aaron Rodgers favourably. Conducted in the Packers home state of Wisconsin, only a few things scored higher: Abraham Lincoln, Jesus…and I’m guessing Cheese.

And finally, experts are saying forget all about the idea of 6 degrees of separation. Nope, sorry Kevin Bacon, but because of facebook we are now just 4.7 people away from anyone else in the world. Kinda cool, we are just 4.7 people away from someone awesome! On the flipside we’re now that much closer to total douchebags… (refer to story 3 if having a hard time figuring out what a total douchebag is)

-Gilmore

--Oh P.S. Missed last week, here is your highlight from Nov 14th-20th:
Black Sabbath guitarist Geezer Butler came out saying Ozzy Osbourne used to have cocaine for breakfast. Quote -“We used to have cereal boxes full of cocaine brought to us. It was like living in the film Scarface."- Interesting….say hello to my little Cheerio bowl!

...yeah that was the highlight :-P

P.S.S. --Cool movie news to finish off with:
The story continues Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci and Martin Scorsese may team up for another mafia movie (including Al Pacino too). It would be called "The Irishman", and based on a real life hit man. How cool is this!
By the way, one of my Gilmore theories --it’s not a real mob movie unless Joe Pesci gets whacked--

These Are The Things I Think About -- Nov7th-13th

2011-11-13T15:12:00.005-06:00

Dude looks like a kids doll. Among other celebrities, Steven Tyler of Aerosmith is being turned into a Cabbage Patch Kids doll. All for charity auction, the cabbage patch dolls are being sold on eBay. Very realistic, I hear due to Steven’s recent bathroom fall his doll will have removable teeth…the accessory scarf full of drugs, sold separately….

According to a survey about TV commercial characters, we remember the Jolly Green Giant the best. In more Jolly Green Giant news I hear his lawsuit with Santa over who owns the phrase "hohoho" continues… Oh, didn’t like that one?! ...I hear the Jolly Green Giant’s lawsuit with a 70’s Pimp over who owns the phrase "hohoho" continues… Good luck to the Jolly Green Giant

Elsewhere, VH1’s "Metal Show" aired a new interview with Axl Rose Friday. Of course, this assuming Axl actually showed up for the taping of the interview. Those who didn’t catch it the first time, be warned, to see all of Fat Axl in the interview you will need to watch on a wide screen TV.

And finally, Irish airline Ryan Air has announced they plan to air porno on their flights. A spokesperson says the porn will be pay per view and available to travelers on hand held devices…

…Porno and hand held; Not the first time those two have been used in the same sentence…
…You know some travelers are gonna have their hands full…
...For most utilizing the service it won't be their first time involved with one handed porn watching...
…Ryan Air calls it their “Mile High Club for Singles” service…

Come on, with a story like this, It would have been wrong NOT to throw in a bad joke or two.

-Gilmore

--Oh, my P.S. this week is something personal...

Useless Gilmore fact: Farts are Funny!..It’s just a fact of life I’ve long believed..(look it up, I even mention them in my work bio) Well I now have some legitimate back up. In a recent Rolling Stone article we were given this quote…

…"it's one of the funniest things in the history of mankind. Even the idea of a fart makes me laugh. Saying the word 'fart' makes me laugh. I have iFart on my phone. I have remote whoopee cushions. Farts. To me, there's nothing funnier."…

...And who is this quote from? -George Clooney --Ha!, I knew we had more in common then just our hunky good looks!--

These Are The Things I Think About -- Nov1st-6th

2011-11-06T21:28:00.004-06:00

Regis Philbin leaves "Live with Regis & Kelly" this month. His first fill in has been announced, Jerry Seinfeld. Jerry’s first appearance will be November 21st. I hear Jerry’s plan for the appearance is to do a "Live" show about nothing.

Lots happened this Thursday. It was official “Men Make Dinner Day”. Seriously, look it up. It was also on Thurdsay's date in 1718 the sandwich was invented....Coincidence?!….not sayin’ I’m just sayin’ ladies.

Hey, if you’re going to San Francisco anytime soon, don’t forget your pants. Apparently nude public dining has just been banned there due to concerns about hygiene. Of course we don’t dine in the nude in Canada, it due to concerns about frostbite.

And Dennis Miller turned 58 this week. Dennis Miller, one of the best comedians of all time. Of Course, That’s Just My Opinion, I Could Be Wrong…..But listen babe, doubt it.

Here's a little sample from his epic 1990 "Black & White" comedy special. Enjoy!

- Gilmore

--Oh P.S. Not that you need to be convinced, but 2 more items popped up this week confirming Nickelback sucks:

Exhibit A: According to a survey on dating website tastebuds.fm they are the most hated group in music.
Exhibit B: Fans of the Detroit Lions have started a petition. This to keep Nickelback from performing the halftime show at their annual Thanksgiving game against the Greenbay Packers.

Once again the people have spoken....

These Are The Things I Think About -- Oct 24th-31st

2011-10-31T19:43:00.006-05:00

It was an interesting week to wrap up October.

A little closure for Amy Winehouse fans. It has been confirmed Ms. Crackhouse died this summer after consuming too much alcohol. How much? Over 5 times the legal limit, 5 times!!..Certainly enough to kill anyone, Amy’s death is officially noted as “death by misadventure”…if you had “smothered by Beehive” sorry, no dice.

More news from the music world, Paul McCartney is apparently converting to Judaism. His new wife Nancy is a practicing Jew and Sir Paul has told friends his conversion to the faith is underway. And, I hear he’s also changing titles of famous Beatles songs too…
A few examples: "All Together Now" will be come "All Kosher Now"…"Helter Skelter" will be renamed "Helter Chanuka"…"Hey Jude" is now "Hey Jew"

The World Series has wrapped up, and did you know, baseballs are weighed 5 times before being used in a World Series game. Yep, each weighed 5 times to make sure they’re up to spec…You gotta wonder if they do the same with the Umpires! BOO-YAH!!

And here’s a cool Guinness World Record, the “Largest Margarita Ever Made” has been created by non-other then Jimmy Buffet. All for the grand opening of his Casino in Las Vegas (really, Jimmy Buffet has a Casino?!)…The record setting Margarita was 31 feet tall, containing 8500 gallons worth of booze…They Amy Winehouse sized it!…What, too soon?!

Happy Halloween!! - Gilmore

--Oh P.S. Cassette Tapes are making a comeback. Remember, I called it years ago with Vinyl! Good or bad, mark my words on the Cassettes.

P.S.S. --bonus points if you’re keeping score at home: those were all songs Paul wrote--

Balance has been restored to Leafs Nation!!, fully & completely

2011-10-19T21:39:00.006-05:00

Well it has been 43 seasons since the Toronto Maple Leafs last won the Stanley Cup. Infact, thanks to the Chicago Blackhawks' Cup win in 2009-2010, the Leafs now sit as the NHL team with the longest Stanley Cup drought. It has been hard times for Leafs Nation.....Hard times indeed.

But...Perhaps there is a glimmer of hope...

If you haven't heard, wreckage from the Bill Barilko plane crash was recently recovered north of Cochrane, Ontario. Read the story HERE

The plane crashed all those years ago, and with it took the life of Toronto Maple Leafs player Bill Barilko. And, as the Tragically Hip song "50 Mission Cap" goes…following history…The last goal Bill scored won the Toronto Maple Leafs the Stanley Cup, and yes, the next Toronto Cup win would be in 1962, when Bill Barilko’s body was put to rest.

So now, THE plane from the Bill Barilko crash has been brought back to it's original home in Porcupine Lake. Think about this story for a second, and how it has unfolded. Do you get the feeling maybe, just maybe, this might be a sign? Could this event be signaling the end of the Cup drought in Toronto?

All of Leafs Nation have been hoping for something like this…An Omen if you will… Anything to get the Cup… Perhaps this could be it.

Are we seeing the last chapter of the story needed to bring the Cup back to Toronto?..Lets hope the Tragically Hip are ready for a new, additional verse to "50 Mission Cap".
Go Leafs Go!!

- Gilmore

...A Year in the Life of a Guy....

2011-05-24T12:13:00.002-05:00

Here's a little number stew for your brain to chew on. What does the average guy do in a year?.. We have 525,600 minutes a year to make the best of, here's the breakdown:

• Watching TV ... 47 days in total annually.
• Hungover ... 23 days.
• Eating & drinking ... 19 days.
• Surfing the Internet ... 14 days.
• Checking out women ... 11 days.
• Exercising and/or playing sports ... 6 days.
• Reading for pleasure ... 4 days.
• Volunteering ... 2 days.
• Having sex ... 7.7 hours, not counting foreplay.

No word on how 525,600 minutes a year breaks down for women, however I will venture time spent shoe shopping is high on the list!
--Gilmore

A little smile for the Boston fans!!

2011-05-19T11:37:00.002-05:00

Another big night ahead in the NHL. Game 3 between The Boston Bruins and Tampa Bay Lightning in the Eastern Conference finals. As you know my prediction is for Boston to win the cup! Here's a little smile for Boston fans.

And I've gotta include this one, cause it's hilarious too!....

Let's go Bs!!....
-Gilmore

This Year's Top Baby Names....I Demand A Recount!!

2011-05-12T11:27:00.000-05:00

Well the list is out. The Top Baby names of the past year. Not sure about you, but I know several people in the area expecting babies this summer. Perhaps this list can help out if they're struggling to find the perfect name. Here they are:

Boys:
1) Jacob
2) Ethan
3) Michael
4) Jayden
5) William
6) Alexander
7) Noah
8) Daniel
9) Aiden
10) Anthony

Girls:
1) Isabella
2) Sophia
3) Emma
4) Olivia
5) Ava
6) Emily
7) Abigail
8) Madison
9) Chloe
10) Mia

Just two new names made the top 10 this year. Aiden & Anthony for boys. The girls' Top 10 is the same as last year, just a little different order.
Oh, by the way, although I didn't make either list "Gilmore" is a pretty sweet name. Feel free to consider it in any baby naming discussions! ha

Late addition....Still need a baby name?...Maybe Gary Busey can help you out!

--Gilmore

The Coolest Interviewer in Chicago, Plus Round 2 NHL Predictions

2011-04-29T11:16:00.009-05:00

Well the big day is here, time for round 2 NHL playoff predictions from Randy and myself. Round one definitely went to Randy, going 6 for 8 in his picks. Me, not so good. 4 for 8, ouch!
But, I'm feeling confident going into round 2. Here's our predictions:

Western Conference:

Vancouver Canucks VS Nashville Predators
Randy: Vancouver / Gilmore: Nashville
San Jose Sharks VS Detroit Red Wings
Randy: San Jose / Gilmore: Detroit

Eastern Conference:

Washington Capitals VS Tampa Bay Lightning
Randy: Washington / Gilmore: Tampa Bay
Philadelphia Flyers VS Boston Bruins
Randy: Philadelphia / Gilmore: Boston

Also, just have to pass this along too. Here is a video from Chicago Blackhawks TV.
This kid is awesome!!

..The world needs more Joey the Junior Reporters!!

Don't forget to vote for your choice of Stanley Cup winner on the B93 Facebook Page.
Vote now!!....I'm sticking to my guns, Boston's winning the Cup baby!
Have great weekend --Gilmore

Easter Monday with Weird Al & Lady Gaga!!

2011-04-25T10:31:00.002-05:00

If an Easter Bunny can give us eggs, why can't Weird Al give us Lady Gaga music?!...These are the things I think about.
If you hadn't heard Weird Al has done a parody of Lady Gaga's "Born This Way". Long story short, at first Lady G's people told Weird Al he couldn't include the tune on his upcoming album. However, now (do to fan demand) it's been decided Weird Al has been given the OK.

Hooray for Weird Al..Here's the tune:

Weird Al's new album comes out June 21st. By the way, if you want to see more of Weird Al doing his thing, follow THIS
-Gilmore

Boiled Lobster Balls....Yummy!!

2011-04-20T11:04:00.004-05:00

Spring is on the way and I've found the next great thing for golfers, Golf Balls made of Lobsters!...Weird but true, check it out...

Watch the video here: LOBSTER BALLS

Listen for the part at the end!.... I'd joked about boiling them up and eating 'em...Turns out you can! -Gilmore

NHL Playoffs are here....1st round predictions!!

2011-04-13T09:51:00.007-05:00

It's been an exciting season. A tough one for Leaf fans like me, but still an entertaining past 7 months bringing us to today, start of the 2010-2011 Stanley Cup Playoffs!!
Randy & I offered our predictions for the first round this morning, here they are again:

Round 1, Western Conference:

Vancouver Canucks VS Chicago Blackhawks
Randy: Vancouver / Gilmore: Chicago
Anaheim Ducks VS Nashville Predators
Randy: Anaheim / Gilmore: Anaheim
San Jose Sharks VS Los Angeles Kings
Randy: San Jose / Gilmore: L.A.
Phoenix Coyotes VS Detroit Red Wings
Randy: Phoenix / Gilmore: Detroit

Round 1, Eastern Conference

Washington Capitals VS New York Rangers
Randy: Washington / Gilmore: Washington
Pittsburgh Penguins VS Tampa Bay Lightning
Randy: Tampa Bay / Gilmore: Tampa Bay
Buffalo Sabres VS Philadelphia Flyers
Randy: Philadelphia / Gilmore: Buffalo
Boston Bruins VS Montreal Canadiens
Randy: Boston / Gilmore: Boston

--Final thoughts, The Buffalo Sabres play-by-play announcer is Rick Jeanneret. His highlight calls are EPIC... If you've never experienced, start HERE on Youtube.
AND, I'm sticking with my call at the beginning of the season, Boston Bruins to win the cup!!

What are your thoughts?.... email info@b93.ca to let us know, or drop me a line on the Gilmore Fan Page on Facebook

...Fighting Foo on a Fort Frances Friday...

2011-04-08T10:14:00.002-05:00

Friday is here! Weekend is up ahead and there's lots to check out on TV. The NHL regular season wraps up this weekend. "The Kennedys" mini-series begins on History Channel Canada on Sunday. And Saturday Night Live is lookin' like a good one. The host is Helen Mirren (her new movie with Russell Brand "Arthur" opens today by the way), and the Foo Fighters are the musical guest. Here's the video of one of their new tunes "Rope" enjoy:

Oh yeah, 2 quick facts, Foo Fighter founder Dave Grohl will now hold the record for most musical appearances on SNL. He's been on the show with Nirvana, Them Crooked Vultures, Tenacious D, Tom Petty, and of course the Foo Fighters. And, one more...Dave came to fame as the drummer of Nirvana, it was today's date in 1994 frontman Kurt Cobain was found dead at his Seattle home. Hard to believe it's been 17 years.
...Thoughts? Lemme know on Facebook, or email me HERE
-Gilmore

April 1st...No foolin', here is The Hangover 2 trailer!!

2011-04-01T10:45:00.004-05:00

It's Friday!!! Here's your full length trailer for "The Hangover Part 2" ... That is all, Enjoy:

Your Welcome... Have a great weekend!
-Gilmore

Christopher Walken Impressions?...Yes please!!

2011-03-31T09:46:00.004-05:00

Well it's a big day for celebrity birthdays. Angus Young of AC/DC turns 56. Angus!! And also celebrating is Christopher Walken. He turns 68. Well known for his specific style of speaking, he is one guy many many people have impersonated over the years. Here are two of the best!:

First up Kevin Pollock:

Now Jay Mohr:

Both fantastic, but I gotta give a slight edge to Jay... Your thoughts? Know an even better Christopher Walken impression?... Lemme Know!! email HERE, or Facebook me!!
-Gilmore

Lady G has gone country!!

2011-03-30T06:39:00.007-05:00

Get this, Lady Gaga has gone country! Lady G has put out a version of “Born This Way” featuring country instrumentation and a few new altered lyrics. Did some digging, and I've got it for you. Give it a listen: Not gonna lie, I kinda like it. What do you think of it? Lemme know... email HERE, or Facebook me! -Gilmore

Forget Google, find this year's Juno winners here!!...

2011-03-28T11:21:00.010-05:00

40^th Annual Juno Awards went last night. Arcade Fire were the big winners taking home 4 awards including Album of the Year. Wanna know the rest of the winners? I got 'em! The JUNO website is a pain the A#&!!, so just for you, Here’s your full winner list:

ALBUM OF THE YEAR
The Suburbs - Arcade Fire
ARTIST OF THE YEAR
Neil Young
GROUP OF THE YEAR
Arcade Fire
NEW ARTIST OF THE YEAR
Meaghan Smith
SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR Arcade Fire - “Ready To Start” | “We Used To Wait” | “Sprawl II (Mountains Beyond Mountains)” –The Suburbs
POP ALBUM OF THE YEAR
My World 2.0 - Justin Bieber
JUNO FAN CHOICE AWARD
Justin Bieber
SINGLE OF THE YEAR
Wavin’ Flag - Young Artists for Haiti

ALTERNATIVE ALBUM OF THE YEAR
The Suburbs - Arcade Fire
INTERNATIONAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Teenage Dream - Katy Perry
NEW GROUP OF THE YEAR
Said The Whale
COUNTRY ALBUM OF THE YEAR
A Place Called Love - Johnny Reid
ADULT ALTERNATIVE ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Le Noise - Neil Young
ROCK ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Vancouver - Matthew Good

VOCAL JAZZ ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Nina - Kellylee Evans
CONTEMPORARY JAZZ ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Treelines - Christine Jensen Jazz Orchestra
TRADITIONAL JAZZ ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Our First Set - John MacLeod’s Rex Hotel Orchestra
INSTRUMENTAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Continent & Western - Fond of Tigers
FRANCOPHONE ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Les chemins de verre - Karkwa
CHILDREN’S ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Proud Like a Mountain - Peter Lenton
CLASSICAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR: SOLO OR CHAMBER ENSEMBLE
Beethoven : Piano Trios Op. 70 No. 1, Ghost & No. 2: Op 11 - Gryphon Trio
CLASSICAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR: LARGE ENSEMBLE OR SOLOIST(S) WITH LARGE ENSEMBLE ACCOMPANIMENT
Mozart: Scott and Lara St. John/The Knights - Lara St. John
CLASSICAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR: VOCAL OR CHORAL PERFORMANCE
Great Operatic Arias - Gerald Finley
CLASSICAL COMPOSITION OF THE YEAR
Duo For Violin And Piano - R. Murray Schafer

RAP RECORDING OF THE YEAR
TSOL - Shad
DANCE RECORDING OF THE YEAR
Sofi Needs a Ladder - Deadmau5
R&B/SOUL RECORDING OF THE YEAR
Stars - Quanteisha
REGGAE RECORDING OF THE YEAR
Likkle But Mi Tallawah - Elaine Lil’Bit Shepherd
ABORIGINAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR
CerAmony - CerAmony
ROOTS & TRADITIONAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR: SOLO
My Hands Are On Fire and Other Love Songs - Old Man Luedecke
ROOTS & TRADITIONAL ALBUM OF THE YEAR: GROUP
La part du feu - Le Vent du Nord
BLUES ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Everywhere West - Jim Byrnes
CONTEMPORARY CHRISTIAN/GOSPEL ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Love & the Lack Thereof - Greg Sczebel
WORLD MUSIC ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Aksil - Élage Diouf

JACK RICHARDSON PRODUCER OF THE YEAR
Daniel Lanois “Hitchhiker” LE NOISE -Neil Young, “I Believe in You” BLACK DUB – Black Dub
RECORDING ENGINEER OF THE YEAR
Kevin Churko “Let It Die” | “Life Won’t Wait” SCREAM – Ozzy Osbourne
RECORDING PACKAGE OF THE YEAR
Forgiveness Rock Record Vinyl Box Set BROKEN SOCIAL SCENE
VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Perfect - Hedley
MUSIC DVD OF THE YEAR
Rush: Beyond The Lighted Stage
ELECTRONIC ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Swim - Caribou

This year’s show also saw Shania Twain inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame; plus in addition to his 2 awards, in recognition of his ongoing philanthropy, Neil Young was also honoured with a Humanitarian award.

Agree with the winners? Disagree? Lemme know, email me HERE, or drop me a line on the Gilmore Fan Page on Facebook.

--Gilmore

March Break, St. Pats & a great SNL!!

2011-03-14T11:17:00.003-05:00

Mornin'!!... Well it's a big week coming up. March Break is on in the Rainy River District. Reminder, watch out for the kiddos, they'll be out and about!... St. Patrick's Day is this Thursday!!...Watch out for the drunks, they too will be out and about!!...
Quickly looking back at the weekend, funnyman Zach Galifianakis hosted Saturday Night Live... His second time hosting, and again he did not disappoint.

Here's a sample of Zach doing his thing, enjoy:

Brilliant!!.... By the way "The Hangover 2" comes out in May. Can't wait!
--Gilmore

...Rockin' with "Fort Frances"'

2011-03-08T12:04:00.004-06:00

Well here's a cool one. Did you know there's a band named "Fort Frances" out there?... Yeah, pretty cool right?!.. Based out of Chicago, here's a sample off their debut album The Atlas :

Not bad eh?!... Check out their website HERE .... You can also find them on Facebook HERE
-Gilmore

Apparently in Hollywood it even pays to be a loser!

2011-03-01T10:25:00.003-06:00

Oscars went Sunday, we found out who the big winners were (Reminder: view the winners list from yesterday's post below), but don’t feel bad for the losers. No in Hollywood, Oscar losers literally walk away with riches. Here is the list of goodies found in the Academy Award “consolation prize” bags handed out to non-winners on Monday.

Here we go…
An orbital space flight on Virgin Galactic ..it alone worth 200 thousand dollars!!
A four-night stay at a luxury resort in the Indian Ocean, featuring underwater spa
Black caviar eye and neck cream
A one-week “fitness and weight-loss” retreat from Live in Fitness
A pack of electronic cigarettes decorated with crystals
A fancy roll of “Shimmer” toilet paper... It's gold in colour I hear...
Use of a private island for five days, “including private houseman”
And finally “all natural” nasal spray

By the way, I crunched the numbers, the grand total value of the consolation gift bags $233,184.99 ...Yeesh, these folks lose an Oscar and still get a gift bag worth more cash then your house!... Ridiculous!!.....
P.S. Anyone know where I can by gold TP?! --Gilmore

Oscar & Razzie Winners--See them all here!

2011-02-28T11:11:00.004-06:00

83rd Annual Academy Awards went last night. If you missed the show, here is the winner list. Oh, and check out the Razzie list too!, Honouring the worst in 2010 movies, the Golden Raspberrys also went this weekend!

The list of the winners from last nights Oscars:
Best Picture: ``The King's Speech.''
Actor: Colin Firth, ``The King's Speech.''
Actress: Natalie Portman, ``Black Swan.''
Supporting Actor: Christian Bale, ``The Fighter.''
Supporting Actress: Melissa Leo, ``The Fighter.''

Directing: Tom Hooper, ``The King's Speech.''
Adapted Screenplay: Aaron Sorkin, ``The Social Network.''
Original Screenplay: David Seidler, ``The King's Speech.''

Animated Feature Film: ``Toy Story 3.''
Foreign Language Film: ``In a Better World,'' Denmark.
Documentary Feature: ``Inside Job.''
Documentary (short subject): ``Strangers No More.''

Sound Mixing: ``Inception.''
Sound Editing: ``Inception.''
Original Score: ``The Social Network,'' Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross.
Original Song: ``We Belong Together'' from ``Toy Story 3,'' Randy Newman.

Art Direction: ``Alice in Wonderland.''
Cinematography: ``Inception.''
Film Editing: ``The Social Network.''
Costume Design: ``Alice in Wonderland.''
Makeup: ``The Wolfman.''
Visual Effects: ``Inception.''

The list of Winners (or do we consider them losers?) from Saturday's Razzie Awards:
WORST PICTURE: The Last AirBender
WORST ACTOR: Ashton Kutcher for Killers and Valentine's Day
WORST ACTRESS: All 4: Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall, Kristin Davis & Cynthia Nixon for Sex & The City 2

WORST SUPPORTING ACTRESS: Jessica Alba for The Killer Inside Me, Little Fockers, Machete and Valentine's Day
WORST SUPPORTING ACTOR: Jackson Rathbone for The Last AirBender and Twilight Saga: Eclipse

WORST EYE-GOUGING MIS-USE of 3-D: (Special Category for 2010!) The Last AirBender (Released in "Fake 3-D")
WORST SCREEN COUPLE / WORST SCREEN ENSEMBLE: The Entire Cast of Sex & The City#2
WORST DIRECTOR: M. Night Shyamalan for The Last AirBender
WORST SCREENPLAY: The Last AirBender, ritten by M. Night Shyamalan
WORST PREQUEL, REMAKE, RIP-OFF or SEQUEL: Sex & The City #2

There they are, let me know your thoughts, send me an email HERE, or drop me a line on the Gilmore Fan Page on Facebook

-Gilmore

The Grammys (full winners list) & Happy V-day!!!

2011-02-14T11:17:00.003-06:00

53^rd annual Grammys went last night, if you missed the show, or want to review the highlights here’s the winner list!

Album of the Year: ``The Suburbs,'' Arcade Fire
Record of the Year: ``Need You Now,'' Lady Antebellum
Song of the Year: ``Need You Now,'' Lady Antebellum
New Artist: Esperanza Spalding

Pop Vocal Album: ``The Fame Monster,'' Lady Gaga
Pop Performance by a Duo or Group: ``Hey Soul Sister,'' Train
Female Pop Vocal Performance: ``Bad Romance,'' Lady Gaga
Male Pop Vocal Performance: ``Just The Way You Are,'' Bruno Mars

Rock Song: ``Angry World,'' Neil Young
Rock Album: ``The Resistance,'' Muse
R&B Song: ``Shine,'' John Legend & The Roots
R&B Album: ``Wake up!'' John Legend & The Roots
Rap Solo Performance: ``Not Afraid,'' Eminem
Rap Song: ``Empire State of Mind,'' Jay-Z and Alicia Keys
Rap Album: ``Recovery,'' Eminem

Female Country Vocal Performance: ``The House That Built Me,'' Miranda Lambert
Male Country Vocal Performance: ``'Til Summer Comes Around,'' Keith Urban
Country Performance by a Duo or Group: ``Need You Now,'' Lady Antebellum
Country Album: ``Need You Now,'' Lady Antebellum

Dance Recording: ``Only Girl (In The World),'' Rihanna
Electronic Dance Album: ``La Roux,'' La Roux
Alternative Music Album: ``Brothers,'' The Black Keys
Spoken Word Album: ``The Daily Show With Jon Stewart Presents
Earth (The Audiobook),'' Jon Stewart

Latin Pop Album: ``Paraiso Express,'' Alejandro Sanz
Contemporary Jazz Album: ``The Stanley Clarke Band,'' The Stanley Clarke Band
Classical Album: ``Verdi: Requiem,'' Riccardo Muti, conductor
Traditional Gospel Album: ``Downtown Church,'' Patty Griffin

What did you think of the surprise wins and losses? Drop me a line HERE, or on The Gilmore Fan Page on Facebook.

Happy Valentine’s Day!!!! --Gilmore

V-day & Splash N' Boots....It's a huge Monday ahead!

2011-02-10T12:34:00.002-06:00

Well I don't know about you, but February seems to be flying by. Hard to believe Valentine's Day is on Monday. Meaning, in addition to all the lovey dovey stuff, we also arrive at the middle of the month! Yeah, like I said February is going quick. Also on Monday, the latest Kids & Company show arrives at the Townshend Theatre. The next show is Splash N' Boots....The video below is a little sample of their wares:

For more info visit KidsandCo.ca or SplashNBoots.com
Also listen for my interview with "Taes" (pronounced Tess) Friday morning at 8:20, and, stay by your phone for a chance to win tickets!! I'll have 2 pairs up for grabs!
--Gilmore

Junos & G-Hog Day...here's the word on the street!

2011-02-01T11:10:00.005-06:00

Well, it's a big day as the Juno nominations are finally out. The Junos honour the best in Canadian music (our version of the Grammys essentially). The Juno website has the full nomination list, plus info on all the nominees, it's real slick.

Click here to see the list: JUNO NOMINEES
We'll discuss the highlights tomorrow morning!

Also tomorrow, Ground Hog Day!! And, I want to know what you are hoping for. Do you want an early Spring, or, six more weeks of Winter?...Let me know....
Leave a comment now on The Gilmore Fan Page on Facebook.

--Gilmore

Gilmore challenge: Can you NOT laugh at this video?!!...

2011-01-26T17:15:00.004-06:00

Oh the internet, such wonderous ways it has changed our lives. It's brought the world's information to our finger tips. Want to know information on any topic, it's just a few clicks away; find it from the comfort of your own home. The internet has brought us together in unimaginable ways: Websites, Blogs, Emails, easy ways to keep in touch. Friends or Family on the other side of the world? Skype them, see them and talk with them at any time... How incredible!
....And best of all the internet gives us completely random stuff you'd never come across in any other scenario. The perfect example: I found this video the other day you just have to watch!

I also challenge you. It has long been one of my PROVEN Gilmore theories. Farts are Funny! No one on the planet can honestly say they have never laughed at a fart. If you're saying no you haven't, you are a liar!... Prove me wrong...take my Gilmore Challenge, watch this video and not laugh. Betcha you can't do it!!..... What are ya chicken?! hehe...
Watch the video, laugh, enjoy... Oh bonus, it's extra funny for Star Wars fans...

Yes I have the maturity of a 12 year old :-P...Guess what? You do too, cause you laughed didn't ya?! hahaha!
Email me HERE, don't forget to check out The Gilmore Fan Page on Facebook too!
--Gilmore

Oscar Nominations are out!!

2011-01-25T08:32:00.003-06:00

Nominations for this year's Oscars just came down. 25 seperate categories, here is the full list of nominations announced this morning:

Best Picture: ``Black Swan,'' ''The Fighter,`` ''Inception,``''The Kids Are All Right,`` ''The King's Speech,`` ''127 Hours,``''The Social Network,`` ''Toy Story 3,`` ''True Grit,`` ''Winter'sBone.``

Best Actor: Javier Bardem, ``Biutiful''; Jeff Bridges, ``TrueGrit''; Jesse Eisenberg, ``The Social Network''; Colin Firth, ``TheKing's Speech''; James Franco, ``127 Hours.''

Best Actress: Annette Bening, ``The Kids Are All Right''; NicoleKidman, ``Rabbit Hole''; Jennifer Lawrence, ``Winter's Bone'';Natalie Portman, ``Black Swan''; Michelle Williams, ``BlueValentine.''

Best Supporting Actor: Christian Bale, ``The Fighter''; John Hawkes, ``Winter's Bone''; Jeremy Renner, ``The Town''; MarkRuffalo, ``The Kids Are All Right''; Geoffrey Rush, ``The King'sSpeech.''

Best Supporting Actress: Amy Adams, ``The Fighter''; Helena Bonham Carter, ``The King's Speech''; Melissa Leo, ``The Fighter''; HaileeSteinfeld, ``True Grit''; Jacki Weaver, ``Animal Kingdom.''

Directing: Darren Aronofsky, ``Black Swan''; David O. Russell,``The Fighter''; Tom Hooper, ``The King's Speech''; David Fincher,``The Social Network''; Joel Coen and Ethan Coen, ``True Grit.''

Best Animated Feature Film: ``How to Train Your Dragon,'' ''The Illusionist,`` ''Toy Story 3.``

Foreign Language Film: ``Biutiful,'' Mexico; ``Dogtooth,''Greece; ``In a Better World,'' Denmark; ``Incendies,'' Canada;``Outside the Law (Hors-la-loi),'' Algeria. 8.

Best Documentary Feature: ``Exit through the Gift Shop,'' ''Gasland,`` ''Inside Job,`` ''Restrepo,`` ''Waste Land.``

Best Documentary (short subject): ``Killing in the Name,''''Poster Girl,`` ''Strangers No More,`` ''Sun Come Up,`` ''The Warriors of Qiugang.``

Best Animated Short Film: ``Day and Night,'' ''The Gruffalo,``''Let's Pollute,`` ''The Lost Thing,`` ''Madagascar, carnet devoyage (Madagascar, a Journey Diary).``

Best Live Action Short Film: ``The Confession,'' ''The Crush,``''God of Love,`` ''Na Wewe,`` ''Wish 143.``

Adapted Screenplay: Danny Boyle and Simon Beaufoy, ``127 Hours''; Aaron Sorkin, ``The Social Network''; Michael Arndt, John Lasseter, Andrew Stanton and Lee Unkrich, ``Toy Story 3''; Joel Coen and Ethan Coen, ``True Grit''; Debra Granik and Anne Rosellini,``Winter's Bone.''

Best Original Screenplay: Mike Leigh, ``Another Year''; Scott Silver and Paul Tamasy and Eric Johnson and Keith Dorrington, ``TheFighter''; Christopher Nolan, ``Inception''; Lisa Cholodenko andStuart Blumberg, ``The Kids Are All Right''; David Seidler, ``The King's Speech.''

Best Art Direction: ``Alice in Wonderland,'' ''Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1,`` ''Inception,`` ''The King's Speech,``''True Grit.``

Cinematography: ``Black Swan,'' ''Inception,`` ''The King'sSpeech,`` ''The Social Network,`` ''True Grit.`` 13. Sound Mixing: ``Inception,'' ''The King's Speech,`` ''Salt,``''The Social Network,`` ''True Grit.``

Sound Editing: ``Inception,'' ''Toy Story 3,`` ''Tron: Legacy,`` ''True Grit,`` ''Unstoppable.``

Best Original Score: ``How to Train Your Dragon,'' John Powell;``Inception,'' Hans Zimmer; ``The King's Speech,'' AlexandreDesplat; ``127 Hours,'' A.R. Rahman; ``The Social Network,'' Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross.

Best Original Song: ``Coming Home'' from ``Country Strong,'' Tom Douglas, Troy Verges and Hillary Lindsey; ``I See the Light'' from``Tangled,'' Alan Menken and Glenn Slater; ``If I Rise'' from ``127 Hours,'' A.R. Rahman, Dido and Rollo Armstrong; ``We Belong Together'' from ``Toy Story 3,'' Randy Newman.

Costume: ``Alice in Wonderland,'' ''I Am Love,`` ''The King's Speech,`` ''The Tempest,`` ''True Grit.``

Film Editing: ``Black Swan,'' ''The Fighter,`` ''The King's Speech,`` ''127 Hours,`` ''The Social Network.``

Makeup: ``Barney's Version,'' ''The Way Back,`` ''The Wolfman.``

Visual Effects: ``Alice in Wonderland,'' ''Harry Potter andthe Deathly Hallows Part 1,`` ''Hereafter,`` ''Inception,`` ''IronMan 2.``

The 83rd Annual Academy Awards go the end of February.
Did your favourite Movie, actor, director, whatever get nominated? Who, or what movie was overlooked? Lemme know! HERE --Gilmore

Check it out, some Cold but fun science-ness!!

2011-01-24T07:06:00.006-06:00

Expectin' some snow today, still a little chilly. But last week, wow did we ever have some seriously cold weather. We set a cold weather record for Friday’s date actually. The Cold weather, not so fun…. Or is it?! ...
Check out this video below, some fun science stuff you can do when the weather hits those nasty –40s!!.… Oh, keep your ears peeled for an International Falls shout out about 50 sec in :-)

(IF THE VIDEO DOESN'T WORK, FOLLOW THIS LINK--- Cold Weather Fun!! )

You’re gonna try some of those aren’t you?!...Me too, Hehe…
Drop me a line HERE anytime, about anything!
--Gilmore

Geddy Lee Awesomeness, & How to Beat the Winter Blues!!

2011-01-19T10:21:00.004-06:00

Sooo Cold......Not sure about you, but this -30 crap can get lost anytime soon now! No denying we are in the dead of winter, folks are starting to feel pretty blah. I've mentioned a few tips on how to beat the winter blues. Below is the full list.....
Oh, and a little Geddy Lee of Rush awesomeness smack dab in the middle :-) Enjoy!

Beat the winter, and stay sane .....
• Turn your lights on as soon as your alarm goes off. It helps wake you up. Trying to get ready for work in the dark makes you stay sleepy and sluggish longer (and it increases your chance of steppin' on the cat!)
• Set your coffeemaker to turn on a few minutes before your alarm, wake up to the smell of coffee!
• The artificial light at work doesn’t hack it. Getting out, get some sunshine and fresh air during lunch. (Just make sure you bundle up!!)
• Pick a day a week to meet up with friends. Go for drinks, game night, whatever (makes the long winter go quicker...and "funnerer")

Here, take a break from reading with this video of Geddy Lee!!

More Beat the Winter Tips:
• Because of less sun, take a vitamin D supplement, it helps keep you from being bummed out.
• Re-decorate. A new look and some new colour at home can help cheer things up (stuck inside anyway, might as well enjoy the rooms you're stuck in)
• Don’t waste the limited daylight, get outside and enjoy winter.. snowmobiling, ice fishing, tobogganing (we've got all these and more here!!)...Don't forget to check out Geddy Lee's toboggan tips above!

Hope these help. Got any great Beat Winter tips? Lemme know! Email me HERE, you can also drop me a line on Facebook ---Gilmore

Something for the Canadian kids, and kids at heart!

2011-01-10T09:50:00.006-06:00

Sad news, last Thursday composer Donald Himes passed away. Don't feel bad if the name doesn't ring a bell; I certainly had no idea who it was. But, I am very familiar with some of his work. If you grew up in Canada odds are you are too. Mr. Himes created the theme song for Mr. Dressup! Here it is for all to enjoy!

By the way Mr. Dressup is one of, if not, the greatest kid's show ever...Disagree? I may have to fight you! ;-)... It's really too bad today's kids are missing out on Mr. Dressup
....Drop me a line with your thoughts HERE --Gilmore

Need a last minute gift idea, look no further!!

2010-12-22T11:35:00.002-06:00

Thanks for stopping by The Gilmore Blog!...
Hey ladies, want better communication in your relationship?... Of course you do!... Well just in time for Christmas, it's the perfect holiday gift for your guy!

Here's another great Battle of the Sexes video, enjoy:

By the way if you still haven't seen my Blog post with the "Doghouse" video, it is a MUST... Scroll down, or click this: Doghouse
Drop me a line here anytime with your thoughts! --Gilmore

Should bought stock in rear tires!... this guy'd make me a fortune!

2010-12-03T07:05:00.002-06:00

A little something' for the Guys!

Little known fact, all Hyundais can do this!! It's true! -- Gilmore
Haven't yet?-- Visit my Facebook Page and drop me a line!
You can also email me HERE....
Have a great weekend!

Greatest Holiday Commercial Yet?!...I'd say Yes!

2010-11-30T06:33:00.004-06:00

Well the Holidays are on the way. A little reminder to guys to think long and hard about what to buy for their lady.....This is Gold!!

Well played J.C. Penney....well played. I think if you didn't get a chuckle, there may be something wrong with you!... Lemme know your thoughts HERE ---Gilmore

C is for Funny!!...Good enough for Me!!

2010-11-25T17:45:00.004-06:00

Hands down this is one of the coolest videos making the rounds on "the internets" these days. Cookie Monster auditioning for Saturday Night Live!!!!.... That sentence alone is fairly epic. Then you throw in the video below and it's Youtube magic!...Enjoy!

Showing the actual Sesame Street during the show intro...fantastic!
Plus, I gotta say, he laid down a solid joke during the News "...when reached for comment all he say is, Me feel crummy!" = GOLD!! Cookie Monster, you just blew the doors of Jimmy the Janitor!

Like it? Hate it?...or just got something to say? drop me a line HERE with your thoughts!
Oh, checked out my Facebook page yet?!....
Do it now, Click this -- Gilmore's F-Book Page
--Gilmore

A piece of me dies....Bieber PJs & Shawty Mane!!

2010-11-12T11:02:00.010-06:00

Some response to this morning's show has warranted this Blog entry... You ask I deliver, even if it kills me inside....you're welcome.

Talking with Jimmy Hollywood this morning he mentioned how Justin Bieber is heading to rap. Apparently the Beebs is redoing his song "Baby" and he's taken on an alter ego..... And this is where a little piece of Gilmore died today.... For reasons I will never be able to understand, or explain, I know what Justin Bieber's rap name is....trust me, it troubles me I know this!!
Anywho, just as I told Jimmy Hollywood, it's "Shawty Mane".... No idea why, but JB's rap alter ego is Shawty Mane.... The fact I'm also sharing this video is also causing a little piece of me to die...Oh, the things I do for you!

In addition to all this Shawty Mane business, Kristina Mameli & I also discussed Justin Bieber pajamas on the show. Yep, word is JB PJs are coming out...There's something very wrong about this if you ask me!...Apparently they'll be purple, his favourite colour....If you wanna look like a Grimace, this could be your chance! ....Kristina continues to investigate where in town you can get some....

You know what, this entry just seems so wrong to me.....I'm thinking a good laugh at Bieber's expense will make me feel better! If you feel the same scroll down to my "Coco & The Beebs" entry for some Gordon Pinsent/This Hour has 22 Minutes comedic GOLD. Or if you are super lazy click THIS

That's all for now, drop me a line anytime with your thoughts HERE --Gilmore

Even Dead Guys make more then Me!

2010-10-27T11:26:00.005-05:00

Was looking for Pumpkin designs today...
This, one of the coolest I've seen so far!

But movin' on...
Another little Hallowe'enish item today. New list is out of the highest earning DEAD Celebrities. These guys make more cash from the grave in a year then most of us will in 10 lifetimes. Doesn't seem right, does it? Interesting to see Albert Einstein on the list. Don't know if I'd consider him a celebrity; Famous Yes, but a Celebrity??.... A discussion then ensued, and Kristina Mameli reminded me Politicians, Scientists (like Einstein), Etc. ARE considered Celebs. By definition, someone well known....
Hmmm, you win this round Mameli! Gonna, need to consult my lawyer, and dictionary on this one!

Anywho, here's the list:

Top Earning Dead Celebrities of 2010:
10. Composer Richard Rodgers ... $7 million.
9. NY Yankees owner George Steinbrenner ... $8 million.
8. Physicist Albert Einstein ... $10 million.
7. Children’s author Dr Seuss ... $11 million.
6. ‘Millennium Trilogy’ author Stieg Larsson ... $15 million.
5. Musician John Lennon ... $17 million.
4. “Peanuts” cartoonist Charles Schulz ... $33 million.
3. “Lord Of the Rings” author JRR Tolkein ... $50 million.
2. Singer Elvis Presley ... $60 million.
1. Singer Michael Jackson ... $275 million.

Quite a diverse list huh?.... Email me anytime HERE --Gilmore

Hallowe'en Awesomeness = Donald, Dennis & The Femmes

2010-10-26T10:32:00.008-05:00

Hallowe'en is on the way, getting excited? Sure bet the kids are. All the tricks, all the treats, all the fun; And of course all the CANDY!!!
In a very cool/bizarre scenario turns out the kids in Norway should give Donald Duck all the thanks for their Hallowe'en fun. Hallo'ween is relatively new to the country (only celebrated since the late 1990's). And, many sight Donald Duck as a large influence in the country adopting the holiday...Weird, yet super Awesome!

Perhaps cartoons like this classic are responsible:

Yeah, Donald Duck is awesome. By the way one of my favourite useless facts of all time. Donald Duck cartoon's are banned in Finland, cause he doesn't wear pants!.... Finland the country, not the nearby town... Yaaaa! Finland shout out!!!!

For an article on how Hallowe'en is celebrated in other countries around the world click HERE!
And don't forget to check out The Gilmore Fan Page for Hallowe'en costume suggestions. And to post a suggestion of your own...Got a good one, Post it on my wall!!

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One more quick hit. For some reason I woke up with The Violent Femmes "American Music" in my head today. Watch the video to re-acquaint yourself with the song!

P.S. Epic bonus points for the 1/2 second of Dennis Miller at the start! I don't wanna get on a Rant here (hey, I couldn't resist!) but if you don't think Dennis Miller is funny I will fight you! He's awesome, like, Donald Duck bringing Hallowe'en to Norway awesome!...
;-) score...double Dennis reference! Drop me a line with your thoughts anytime HERE
-Gilmore

Coco & the Beeebs!!..Sounds like a bad 70's sitcom

2010-10-21T11:07:00.011-05:00

Happy Thursday kids! Got a few web goodies for you to check out.
First up, Conan O'Brien, his new show starts soon on TBS. If you want to check out the Live "Coco Cam" from his studio offices find it on the Gilmore Fan Page on Facebook.

Conan's new show starts November 8th! Here is the official show countdown meter!

Second up, love him or hate him Justin Beiber is EVERYWHERE these days. And this is the funniest Beiber bit you'll see all day:

If that doesn't give you a giggle there may be something wrong with you! Drop me a line HERE anytime -Gilmore

Oktoberfest, Travel and some drinks to avoid!!

2010-10-19T11:36:00.004-05:00

Hey everybody, I'm back!! Just back from an excellent vacation home to Southern Ontario including hitting up Oktoberfest in Kitchener/Waterloo. Myself and some Fellow Fort Folk (try saying that 10x fast) took in the festivities, and it was a blast to say the least...Good times, and it's great to be back. Plus, I've got a couple quick vacation notes for you:

First up, a 22 hour straight drive from Waterloo to Fort Frances is long. Epically, epically loooooong....

Second, when it comes to Oktoberfest in K-W. Although billed second only to celebrations in Germany, they need more drink options... Molson Canadian or Coors Light. That was IT at every venue we visited.... It's like just having Lakeport at the Bass Tournament :-O aahhhh!!

And that brings me to this: Yep, a few more beer options woulda been good, but I'm glad these drinks weren't at Oktoberfest! Here's a list of real drink creations someone SHOULDN'T have thought up---

THE NASTIEST COCKTAILS IN HISTORY:
• ‘Prairie Oyster’ – Bourbon, Tabasco sauce, and a raw egg, mixed in a blender.
• ’Motor Oil’ – Jagermeister, Peppermint Schnapps, Cinnamon Schnapps, and coconut rum.
• ‘Bloody Tampon’ – Blend together whiskey, tequila, vodka, lemon juice, Bailey’s, and V8.
• ‘Mac & Cheese Jell-O Shot’ – Contains Cheese Rum, milk, macaroni, and Velveeta.
• ‘Horse Jizz’ – 1 part beer; 1 part milk. Get a big mug. Pour in one ingredient, then the other.
• ‘Hot Mexican Hooker’ – 1 oz tequila; half-ounce Tabasco sauce; liquid from a can of tuna.
• ‘Smoker's Cough’ – Pour 1.5 oz Jagermeister into a shot glass; add a spoon of mayonnaise.

Special gross factor points to whoever invented the "Hot Mexican Hooker" ---really Tuna juice!, and although Mayo isn't bad with Tuna, combining it with Jager in a "Smoker's Cough" cannot be good for you... In any way shape or form! haha.

Which one sounds worst to you?.... Have an even nastier drink recipe?... Drop me a line HERE --Gilmore

Hockey Highs, NB Lows & Crmy Cntr Txt Msgs

2010-10-07T09:34:00.016-05:00

Well it's an exciting day. The first day of the new NHL season is here! Passed along a few thoughts this morning. Just a little review, here are a few teams I’m thinking will make some noise this year:

First up, The Toronto Maple Leafs. Go Leafs Go!! Yes, I’ve drank the Kool-Aid and Yes, I think the Leafs will make the playoffs this year. I’m goin’ bold, infact hopeful for a 6th place finish in the East come playoff time…

Some other mentions. I think Chicago is going to have another great year, even with all their off season changes. And my choices for who to watch for. Interestingly, I find myself back to my Dark Horse picks from last year’s playoffs. In the East, the Buffalo Sabres are the team I’ll be keeping and eye on. In the West it’s the The LA Kings.
---P.S. Ryan Smyth: My favourite NHL player, and he’s still got the best hair in Hockey!! ha

What are your thoughts--the upcoming NHL season? My Choices? Lemme know HERE
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Movin' on, Couple interesting lists have come out the last few days. Today we looked at the top songs being played in JukeBoxes across the US so far this year. Touched on a few during the show, here’s the full list. See if you agree or disagree:

10. Kings Of Leon ...“Sex On Fire” Their new album is out Oct 19th
9. Usher ...“OMG”
8. Rihanna ...“Rude Boy”
7. Janis Joplin ...“Me & Bobby McGee” A classic indeed!
6. Journey ...“Don't Stop Believin'” Can never go wrong with it!
5. Nickelback ...“Rockstar” #5?! “KILL ME NOW” Boo Nickelback
4. Toby Keith ...“I Love This Bar”
3. Zac Brown Band ...“Chicken Fried”
2. Zac Brown Band ...“Toes”
1. Lady Antebellum (Lady Antel-Bomb)...“Need You Now”
Radio, Album Sales, now #1 on Juke Boxes..No stoppin' them!!

Another list is items with huge markups. It’s insane to think how much we are over paying for things we really don’t need. Working on your budget? Maybe try to avoid some of these to save a little cash!

The top 10 overpriced products:
10. Pre-Cut Vegetables & Fruits (40% markup)
9. Hotel Room Movies (200%)
8. Greeting Cards (200%)
7. Restaurant Wine (300%)
6. Coffee Shop Coffee (300%)
5. Hotel Minibar (400%)
4. Movie Theater Popcorn (1,275%)
3. Brand Name Drugs (200-to-3,000%)
2. Bottled Water (4,000%)
1. Text Messages (6,000%) Six Thousand Percent!!!!

That's enough Blogging for today, starting to get an "e-ache"... It's like an ice cream headache, only for too much computer time.
(Note to self: may have just invented the word "e-ache"... contact the lawyer, patent this! haha)... -Gilmore

Rocktober is here!! Happy B-day Brian Johnson

2010-10-05T10:04:00.003-05:00

So Brian Johnson of AC/DC is having a birthday today. Happy 63rd Brian! Gotta say, AC/DC is one of, if not, my favourite band of all time. So, as a small tribute to Brian and the band, below is an excellent Jim Breuer clip. His take on AC/DC. If you are unfamiliar, Jim Breuer is a comedian, you may recognize him from SNL. Jim is also a big heavy metal fan. Enjoy!..

Hey why not a little more, here's Jim again. This time he talks about a few heavy metal bands, and kids songs. Something for the entire family!... Oh, by the way his Brain Johnson walk at 3:10 kills me every time, it's perfect!! haha

Rocktober is here indeed!
Drop me a line HERE anytime, about anything. --Gilmore

Katy Perry & Elmo....too Hot for TV?

2010-09-23T11:18:00.009-05:00

Katy Perry's appearance on Seasame Street this season is a little too risque for the show. This according to some parents, as PBS has received complaints sighting Katy's dress being too revealing. The dress in question appears during a song she sings with Elmo. Since receiving the complaints the clip has been pulled from Seasame Street broadcasts, but it's now racking up the views on Youtube. Watch it below:

Do you think Katy Perry's outfit is too revealing for Seasame Street?
I say no.....If it is, then put some pants on Elmo while you are at it!! This is ridiculous, some people have too much time on their hands! Agree?, Disagree? drop me a line HERE --Gilmore

Lady G VS Peter G--Which Video do you like?

2010-09-14T10:28:00.004-05:00

Well it was a huge night on Sunday at the MTV Video Music Awards. Lady Gaga went in holding a record 13 nominations. Most by any one artist in a single year ever. She did pretty good too, winning 8 including Video of the Year for "Bad Romance". But check this out, of all people Peter Gabriel holds the record for most VMAs in a single year. In 1987 he took home 10 awards for "Sledgehammer". Found em' both for you, check out their videos below:

Peter Gabriel "Sledgehammer"

Here is Lady Gaga's "Bad Romance" video. Although Peter won more awards there is no denying Lady Gaga rules Youtube. 276,303,964 views, and counting, that is INSANE!!

Lemme know your thoughts, email me HERE -Gilmore

Ladies & Gentlemen we have a winner!

2010-09-09T11:22:00.005-05:00

Well the big day has arrived, we have a winner for B93's Back to School contest. Congratulations to Carly McKinnon. She won our huge prize pack courtesy of Wilson's Business Solutions. Read her story below in an early blog post. Right now is today's final prize qualifier. This story comes from Sara Jackson, here is what she did on summer vacation:

What I did on summer vacation . . .

School’s out and that means, camping trips! I’m so excited until, Dad changes plans . . . he decides he wants to build us a NEW cabin. While my Dad was working on the Cabin I decided to be a big help and drive lunch and snacks from the old cabin, to the new cabin, on our four wheeler, where my dad was working very, very hard!

My Dad sometimes would take a break to bring my sister and her friends and I tubing and swimming. Sometimes if he couldn’t leave my Papa would take us. Also, my Papa would bring us on his big boat to Sha Sha Resort with my whole family.

My Dad decided to take a break from building. So, we decided to go to Hinckley and camp at the Grand Casino. All of our friends were there so, we had lots of fun! Of course I don’t gamble so thankfully there were three pools and an arcade for us kids to go to.

We went camping in Hinckley again. This time my Mom pulled the trailer all by herself with me in the passenger’s seat. My Mom stressed a little but, after we were hooked and leveled, she got to relax for three days! I did lots of swimming this trip as usual!!

Time for school again, wow, time really does go by fast when you’re having fun!
Thank you, B93 for taking time to read my essay.

By: Sara Jackson

Congratulations again to Carly McKinnon, winner of B93's Back to School Contest. Read her and the rest of our grandprize draw qualifying stories below.
Write me anytime HERE Lemme know What's new, What's Happening, Whatever! -Gilmore

--Oh P.S. I was talking about the new Joaquin Phoenix documentary "I'm Still Here" this morning. Here's the Trailer again, enjoy the oddness....

The Big Draw is Almost Here!

2010-09-08T11:24:00.003-05:00

B93's Back to School Contest wraps up tomorrow. Just one more grandprize qualifier will be drawn, listen tomorrow morning to see if it's your Summer Vacation story! Today's story was submitted by Connor & Carleigh Bates. New to the area, their summer story below talks about moving to Fort Frances, enjoy:

It was July 7th, the U-Haul was loaded, the dog, who had never left home, was clueless, all of the goodbyes were said, tears were flowing, and we were off on an adventure of a lifetime. From the deserts of Nevada, Reno to be exact, through Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, and Minnesota, we arrived in Fort Frances, Ontario - our future home.

With "Canada Dan" leading the way, mom, Carleigh, the barfy dog (Gilmore Note: I think/hope they meant barky, yikes!), and myself, we drove to Bear Pass to our lake home. For the next month or so, we swam, tubed, fished, boated, met lots of friendly people, and unpacked a bit, although our house is still full of boxes.

The dog has adjusted pretty well, but she likes to explore Canada on her own for hours at a time. As for my sister and I, we also have adjusted to life in Canada. We love to swim and I like living in the wilderness. We've seen two bears, some deer, and a bunch of rabbits and squirrels. We have a large garden filled with fresh fruits, vegetables, and some herbs, which I think is very neat too.

So, what did we do on our summer vacation - we moved from a busy, bustling city in the USA to a quiet little town in Canada and we love it!

Connor & Carleigh Bates

Connor & Carleigh's story is in for tomorrow's draw, congratulations again to them, and welcome to the area! Drop a line anytime HERE with your thoughts on the Contest, B93, Whatever! -Gilmore

Back 2 School, Back 2 Work after Labour Day

2010-09-07T10:53:00.006-05:00

Hope you had an excellent long weekend! I know it's a short week, but it's another busy one here in the area. Back to School for students in Minnesota!, The Blood Donor Clinic is on in Fort Frances (Wed & Thurs at the High School), & at B93 we do the grandprize draw for our Back to School contest this week. Below is our latest qualifying story. It's from Maria Gilbert

Splash! Was the sound of the crashing waves tumbling me and my best friend into the wave pool at Noah's Ark Water park. My family and I were taking a vacation to Wisconsin Dells Minnesota.

My brother Bryce and I each brought a friend. I'm not a big ride person. Usually I'll get sick if I go on rides. And trust me, it's not pretty!!!! Anyways, Bryce and Cameron (the friend he brought) went on a ride called the Scorpions Tale. It drops 50 ft per second. I know that's crazy! Once they got off the ride they both looked a little dizzy but let's face it, I didn't really care.

Time passed and it was getting time for some lunch, but Jenna and I wanted to go on just one more ride... the Sting Ray!! The Sting Ray was a ride where it looked like a sting ray curled up into a big U shape. Jenna was crazy about the ride but from the looks of it I wasn't so fussy on it. I just had to go on. Maybe I'd get over my fear of rides? So we grabbed a 2 person tube and got into the line up.

The line took only about 5 minutes. When it came to our turn I suddenly got the butterflies, bad. Jenna and I both hopped into the tube and the life guard gave us a push. My eyes flew right open and my mouth just dropped. It was the wildest ride in my life! As the day went on we continued to yell and scream on rides and this trip was the highlight of my summer!!!

Our friends Jenna and Cameron had a blast and so did we. Wisconsin Dells was a trip to remember.

Maria Gilbert

Congrats to Maria, she's in for Thursday's draw!... Thoughts?, ideas?, great recipe for fruit cake? (yeah, as if they exist :-P) drop me a line about anything HERE --Gilmore

Another Back to School grandprize qualifier!

2010-09-02T11:41:00.003-05:00

If you missed it this morning, the brother & sister duo of Graham and Rachel Anderson are the latest grandprize qualifiers for B93's Back to School contest. Here's their "What did you do on your Summer Vacation" story:

Our Summer Vacation by Graham and Rachel Anderson.

The summer started off great with our annual BBQ on July 1st at Pither's Point Park. The rain had stopped the day before leaving huge puddles to run and play in at the park. Then when it was dark, we sat at the ball park right under the fireworks and celebrated our country's birthday along with the start of a great summer. Later in July we went to Duluth to see the Air Show, it was awesome! There were over 5000 people there and it was HOT!

August was a busy month with a 5 day camping trip to north of Atikokan. We both came home with alot of mosquito bites and a few other bugs we didn't want, but it was great fun! We also did alot of fishing on great ol Rainy Lake. My dad found a great fishing hot spot that he marked on his graf so all we had to do was go right to the spot and start fishing! Also we went sailing with friends of ours on a sail boat and that was great fun.!

At the end of August we got a new puppy. She is a yellow lab and her name is Ginger. We have been busy trying to train her and keep her from chewing everything in site. Yes we had a excellent summer vacation, but we missed our friends and are glad to be going back to school! (so are our parents we think)

Thank you for letting us tell you all about our summer vacation, it was fun to remember all the things we did!

Tune in tomorrow morning at 7:10 to find out our latest grandprize qualifier. Drop me a line HERE anytime -Gilmore

Back to School Summer Vacation Story Update

2010-09-01T11:57:00.002-05:00

Congratulations to our latest grandprize qualifier Kenna Robertson for B93's Back to School contest. Asking "What did you do on your Summer Vacation" here is Kenna's story:

What I did this summer was me and my family went to London, On to visit family. We got to do a lot of fun things we went glow in the dark mini golfing and did tons of shopping too. We went to Niagara Falls and stayed at this big water park with one of those funnel slides and got to go up Clifton Hill and go in a fun house, Ripley’s believe it or not and on the big sky wheel with 42 carts! After we got back to London we had to get ready to leave in three days so we tried to fun while it lasted.

When we got back to Fort Frances I took two friends up to the cabin, we went tubing every single day me and a friends fell out paddling, not tubing paddling we just couldn’t believe it! We went fishing with a paddle boat it was so crowded we had 2 fishing rods, minnows, a net, bucket, and food. But never even caught any fish. I got to go to the Emo fair for the first time too. I went on the til-ta-wurl, swinging ship and the star ship 2000 about 10 times and also had the best time ever.

P.s. I don’t think i could have a better summer!! J By: Kenna Robertson

For contest details visit the What's New section. Don't forget to read our previous grandprize qualifier stories below.
Drop me a line HERE with your thoughts. -Gilmore

Back 2 School & B93's Summer Vacay Contest -- Contest Update!--Carly McKinnon is our grand prize winner! Congratulations Carly!

2010-08-31T09:50:00.007-05:00

It's a busy week in the area as School kicks off for all the kids North of the Border. To go with it B93 continues our back to school contest! All the details are here in the WHAT'S NEW?! section

So far we have 2 qualifiers for our grandprize draw. Congratulations again to Kaylen Cunningham & Carly McKinnon. Check out their full stories:

Kaylen Cunningham:

Dear B93:

I am so happy to tell B93 about my summer. It was so much fun!

During the summer, my family got to take care of Mrs. King’s class pet – a rat named Miko. Miko is very nice to people and kids, and doesn’t bite. We like her a lot.

My family went to Minneapolis. It was especially fun going to the Lego Store and Nickelodeon Universe. The jellyfish at the Underwater Adventure Aquarium was also very cool.

The Fort Frances Canadian Bass Championship was extra exciting this year. Besides my grandpa winning first place in the tournament, I won a prize in the Boston Pizza colouring contest, and took 4th place in the minnow races. (My brother’s minnow was faster than mine, but I was still a bit happy for him.)

I read 20 books for the Library’s Summer Reading Program. I really like the new library – the computer-touch table is very cool.

My great grandparents celebrated their 70th anniversary with a nice family dinner. They have been together such a long time and love each other.

My family spent time at my grandparent’s cabin – fishing, catching frogs, and watching hummingbirds. We even took a boat ride through the cave into Tunnel Bay.

We spent some time at Pither’s Point. I especially liked looking for crayfish. We caught 12 of them, but let them go without harm.

We also spent some time in Emo during the summer. My brother and I had fun at the new spray park. The Emo Fair was a big hit. I liked going on the rides there.

Summer was really great! Now that summer is nearly done, I look forward to going back to school to see my friends -- and learn a bit, too -- until next summer.

Sincerely,

Kaylen Cunningham

Here's Carly McKinnon's Summer Vacation Story: (UPDATE: Carly is our Grandprize Winner!!)

Hi Gilmore:
My name is Carly Mckinnon and I am 10 years old and going into grade 6. On my summer vacation I stayed in our beautiful town and enjoyed everything it has to offer, I went to my best friends cabin on Rainy Lake for a week and went fishing and tubing. Also every Thursday night I went to VanJura ballpark and watched my dad play fastball for the Sight and Sound Wolves and I would swim at Pither's Point Park if it was nice out. We camped at the Point too.

I took my cousins from London down the LaVerendrye Parkway and went on to the Hallet and climbed the awesome Tower overlooking the water, then we went to the Sorting Gap Marina and had the best ice cream ever. I love the double scoop strawberry. YUM. I also really liked the Bass parade and all the boats. I biked and rollerbladed down the Parkway with my Mom and Dad alot. I went to hockey school in International Falls and it was fun.

On July 1, I went to Barwick to watch the Sight and Sound Wolves play fastball in their tournament and in the evening watched the fireworks down by the waterfront with my Dad. They were awesome. Last weekend I went to the Emo fall fair and had the best time on all the rides and had an Elephant Ear and a snow cone . On Sunday after the fair I took my 2 year old cousin to the Emo spray park. What a fun place to be. They worked really hard on that.

Last night I watched my Dad win the Rainy River Fastball Championship against Barwick. Finally this weekend I am going camping in Morson before going back to school at JW Walker. You don't have to leave town to have a great summer. Sunset Country has so much to offer and if I was a visitor reading this I would sure want to come and see our beautiful town. THERE IS NO PLACE LIKE HOME! I hope you think my essay is good Gilmore.

Carly Mckinnon

There's still time to get your story in!
Drop me a line anytime with your Questions or Thoughts HERE
-Gilmore

My possible new show slogan: "Hear The Difference Quality Makes"

2010-08-26T10:32:00.010-05:00

If you missed it on the show this morning, couple things. Britney Spears just finished filming her first appearance on Glee (it airs in September) and producers are already saying they want her back. Mentioning this as I have the perfect title for Britney's return show: "Glee Me Baby One More Time".... well, I found it amusing.... Anywho, movin' on...
Second thing, the original Kermit the Frog is getting donated to the Smithsonian Institute in Washington! Below is an early video of Kermit from Jim Henson's original show "Sam and Friends" the precursor to "The Muppets"... Watch the video and keep in mind about what you hear at the end!!....

OK, so an ad for Pork N' Bacon Sausage stating: "Taste the difference quality makes!!!"
....Wait, what??, isn't that Schneider's slogan?!.... Gotta wonder who is rippin' off who here..
Not sayin' I'm just sayin'!! drop me a line: info@b93.ca with your thoughts --Gilmore

Alex Marusyk aka: Treebeard & The FFFF

2010-08-20T11:15:00.008-05:00

Baaah! Can't make this fly.
Had Alex Marusyk on the show this morning and he performed a song "Wolfman Boy" Was hoping to post a copy here incase you missed it....but, no dice, can't make it fly. (hey, I'm new to this bloggin' thing... baby steps!.....)
Better yet though, I've got this video!! "Same song, but now with moving pictures!" as the ad in my head reads :P ....Anywho, check out Alex & all the other performers at Sunday's Fort Frances Folk Fest, located at Little Beaver Cultural Centre.

Questions, Thoughts, Ideas?.... info@b93.ca drop me a line there... Have a great weekend!
---Gilmore

The Return of Joaquin!!

2010-08-18T11:21:00.006-05:00

So, two years ago Joaquin Phoenix decided to quit acting. He grew the beard, made an EPIC appearence on Letterman, all the while saying he was embarking on a rap career. A documentary has been made, set for release this fall. Better yet, I've got the trailer!
Found this today, the trailer is shorty, but a goody.

Give it a look: "I'm Still Here"
Predictions for more Joaquin epicness a-la his visit with Letterman.....I'm givin' it a solid 83% probablity!

Since we are at it, here's the full Letterman interview for your review: Dave/Joaquin

Your thoughts?... info@b93.ca to drop me a line, Gilmore

Emo Fair & The Fort Frances Folk Fest!!

2010-08-17T09:38:00.010-05:00

Hey, it's a big week and lots of great area events are coming up this weekend. A few highlights are the Emo Fair and the 2nd annual Fort Frances Folk Festival (try saying that 5x fast!!)......(Actually, it's not too bad)....Anywho, I'll have guests in studio for both, so be sure to keep listening!

On the show I've mentioned a few websites you can visit for more info. Here are the links:

Emo Fair: http://www.emofair.com/

FF Folk Fest: Find them on Facebook, or at http://fortfolkfestival.com/

Thanks for checkin' out my Blog!.... Questions?, Ideas?..... Secrets to getting rich quick?... drop me a line at info@b93.ca

Welcome to The Gilmore Blog

2010-08-11T10:57:00.002-05:00

Hey thanks for checking out my blog. Just doing a little test run now, check back soon!!