Bonus Round

Members of the "Jeopardy!" Clue Crew reading clues about 
Norman Rockwell at Norman Rockwell Museum, December 2013. 
Photos by Jeremy Clowe for Norman Rockwell Museum.
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Norman Rockwell Museum is back as a category on TV's Jeopardy! this Thursday, October 9th. This marks the third time we have appeared on the show in recent months, utilizing footage shot at the Museum last December. The outreach certainly paid off... if I do say so myself—you can read more about it in my blog post from last April.

On a related note, I read some Jeopardy-style clues myself recently: As Schools Match Wits, a long-running high school TV game show, stopped by the Museum to film some clues about the subject of Norman Rockwell, and I was asked to read the clues. I put on my best "Alex Trebek," which was fun. Produced by Westfield State University and airing on Springfield's WGBY-TV, the show is entering its 54th season... quite impressive. When I hear about an air-date, I'll let you know... or, as they say, check your local listings.

www.jeopardy.com

Heavenly Host

Schenectady Neighbors for Peace memorial march,
Central Park, Schenectady, NY, 2009. Photo ©Jeremy Clowe.
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Tonight it's Sarah's turn in the spotlight, as she takes on hosting duties for both TV and radio shows! 

As I reported before, WEXT will be re-airing our "My Exit" guest DJ hour tonight at 11 p.m. ET, giving you all a chance to hear music that has been important to both of us through the years. You can stream the show on their website: exit977.org

Before that, tune into Schenectady's Open Stage Media (OSM) at 10 p.m., as Mrs. Clowe makes her TV debut, guest hosting for the program, "Building Peace." Created by Schenectady Neighbors for Peace (of which we are both members), the show looks at non-violent resolutions to current issues: tonight's program features an interview with SUNY Albany Professor Larry S. Wittner about nuclear disarmament. The show will be aired throughout the week, and those outside of Schenectady can watch the program on the OSM web page: openstagemedia.com

In the words of Beatle John: "Give Peace a Chance"—

of course we'll be playing some Beatles on the radio show!

Update (12/24): It's the gift that keeps on giving... WEXT will broadcast the radio show one more time this Saturday, December 28, 8 a.m. ET

Merry Christmas everyone!

Writing To Reach You

This past summer I wrote about the return of the Scottish band Travis, who have just released their seventh studio album, Where You Stand. It has been one of my favorite albums of the year so far, lead by such standout tracks as "Moving," "Warning Sign," and the title track... offering continued proof of the band's knack for creating thoughtful lyrics and engaging melodies.

Travis is currently touring the U.S., swinging through my old stomping grounds of Southern California this weekend. They kick things off tomorrow (Friday, October 4, 10:30 a.m. PT) with an interview and live studio session with the great Nic Harcourt ("Morning Becomes Eclectic") on KCSN 88.5 FM.

Speaking of interviews, I thought it was high time I revisited my own profile on the band, conducted during their 2007 American tour; check out the link below for the original half-hour interview, mostly un-edited. Taking a cue from Q, Jian Ghomeshi's CBC radio show, I decided to leave out the fancy post-production in order to offer a better idea of my developing interview skills and the individual personalities of my guests... why be precious about it? Again, special thanks to Sony BMG, CTSB-TV, and the band for helping to make it happen. 

Related Links:

www.travisonline.com

Harmonious!

Now that's what I call "The Clowe Show!" Photo ©Jeremy Clowe.
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Another way Sarah and I chose to celebrate our anniversary was to head over to the WEXT studios last week. Music has been such a big part of our relationship that we thought it would be fun to record a MyExit show together. 

This was my third time in the WEXT studios, and each time has been a great experience. For Sarah, it was her first time DJing... and I thought she did a great job! I was particularly impressed with her volume control (makes sense, knowing that she is a teacher). 

Anyway, you can listen live to OurExit show next Monday, July 22, 11 p.m. ET, and again on Saturday, July 27 at 8 a.m. 97.7 FM around New York's Capital Region or online at exit977.org

Next week should be a great week for music... I'm finally going to see rockabilly artist JD McPherson in concert at Troy's Ale House (should be quite the intimate show!) and I just won tickets to see Scottish indie band Franz Ferdinard in New York City next Monday ("Live at Letterman"). And the hits keep on comin'...!

Related Link:

"The Clowe Show!," blog entry, May 15, 2012

Feels Like Home

Ha ha... I have been acting goofy, and keep saying this subject line to Sarah during the holidays, but for this post it is absolutely appropriate! Tonight we entertained for the first time in our new home. Sarah's parents stopped over for a cup of tea, as well as a chance to look at our Christmas tree and what we have done with the place.

It's funny what a scheduled visit can do... I have been on a tear these past few days unpacking, cleaning, and straightening up our place to get ready (think my own Mom would be proud). I have to say, I'm quite pleased with the results. I think the artistic side in me has always liked to decorate, and definitely get organized... no matter how challenging or time-consuming, and believe me... it was. The place feels great, and I'm looking forward to a successful and creative year ahead.

Photos ©Jeremy Clowe. All rights reserved.