Wednesday, July 31, 2013
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
Monday, July 29, 2013
Saturday, July 27, 2013
Thursday, July 25, 2013
STEVIE MACK RADIO - Thursday Night Rant 07 25 13 07/25 by Comedian Stevie Mack | Blog Talk Radio
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STEVIE MACK RADIO - Thursday Night Rant 07 25 13 07/25 by Comedian Stevie Mack | Blog Talk RadioDiscussing all the hot button issues in the news, current events and pop culture. I flip it up, slap it and rub it down for the listeners, callers and chat room guest.
Comedian Stevie Mack, is the Writer and Host of this award winning online comedy talk show, live Monday -Thursday 6pm (PST)
Call in 646-716-6113
Visit us http://www.steviemack.com
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Wednesday, July 24, 2013
Monday, July 22, 2013
The Challenge of Electronic Cigarettes
I’ve been a cigarette smoker for the last 40 years. June 29th 2013 I caught a nasty respiratory infection that knocked my feet from under me and took my breath away, the doctor prescribed six different medications, one was an inhaler!
I’ve always wanted to quit smoking. Every time I did something healthy like cycling, weight lifting and eating right, I felt like (actually knew) I was defeating the purpose by lighting up and inhaling 4000 toxins from a cigarette. Well, it took the grave circumstance of this respiratory infection to give me enough desperation to do so.
Since July 7th 2013 I’ve been using the e-cigarette as a medical detox from tobacco cigarettes. It’s been working great! I can breath better, my teeth are whiter, my clothes smell fresh and most importantly I feel like I will live a healthier longer life.
One other thing that has happened since I quit smoking tobacco cigarettes; I no longer like the taste of black coffee, used to drink it all day and night, no cream no sugar…wow…go figure. I’m a tea drinker now.
I plan to eventually wean myself off the e-cigarette by lowering the nicotine dosage from 20mg to 15mg to 4mg and then zero. Once I hit zero mg nicotine, the vaping (inhaling e-cigarette vapors) will have served it’s purpose.
UPDATE:
August15, 2013
I was getting headaches from a particular type of e-juice and I didn't know the difference between PG (Propylene glycol) and VG (Vegetable glycerin). I switched from (Propylene glycol) to VG (Vegetable glycerin) and the headaches went away.
Here’s the google search page related to PG vs VG
September 15, 2013
After vaping for a while I began to have issues with phlegm in my throat, always having to clear my throat and this interferes with my radio show, stand up comedy and on-screen acting, etc…soooo….yup…had to give it up.
Well, that was the plan any way right? Did a medical detox from cigarettes using the e-cigarette, then ween myself off the e-cigarette. But the e-cigarette forced me off it. Good. My lungs and throat thank me daily.
UPDATE #3
October 23, 2013
Here’s an article in the Journal of the American Medical Association that goes pretty deep into the current discussion on the health and regulatory talk surrounding e-cigarettes: JAMA Network | JAMA | The Regulatory Challenge of Electronic Cigarettes.
Here’s an interesting article from Daily Finance on how the tobacco companies are now getting in on the e-cigarette market and what we can expect as competition for dollars heats up in this arena: http://www.dailyfinance.com/2013/06/11/altria-enters-ecigarette-market-tobacco-nicotine-smoking/
Tuesday, July 16, 2013
Friday, July 12, 2013
STEVIE MACK RADIO - 900th Show Celebration 07/10 by Comedian Stevie Mack | Blog Talk Radio
STEVIE MACK RADIO - Celebrating 900 Shows !!
Listen and Laugh along with us on this, our 900th episode celebration: STEVIE MACK RADIO - 900th Show Celebration 07/10 by Comedian Stevie Mack | Blog Talk Radio
Discussing all the hot button issues in the news, current events and pop culture. I flip it up, slap it and rub it down for the listeners, callers and chat room guest.
Comedian Stevie Mack, is the Writer and Host of this award winning online comedy talk show, live Monday -Thursday 6pm (PST)
Call in 646-716-6113
Visit us http://www.steviemack.com
Follow us http://www.twitter.com/StevieMackRadio
Saturday, June 29, 2013
Creative Process in Show Business
Everybody who considers themselves an artist must have a creative process in order to be affective. What is the creative process? Well, I can first tell you what it is't; creativity is not a personality trait or a set of skills to test for nor a roster of art classes.
The creative process is full of ups and downs and peculiar mental blank spots. Writers block is a common hurdle/obstacle in the creative process and procrastination is it's evil twin.
For me the creative process involves putting together a set of ideas, words and images that lead to comedy routines, plays, TV shows and movies. There's an old saying, "If it 'aint on the page, it 'aint on the stage". This holds true for the screen, radio and everything else; the world is a stage.
So, writing is the basis for the beginning of the creative process in entertainment, otherwise you just have an idea. Everybody's got an idea, tons of 'em. I'm approached by a lot of people who pitch me ideas for TV shows, and they feel this is a really great idea, "...it's gonna be a hit" is what they tell me with a gleam in their eye, they always have the look, as if the checks have been cut and the champagne poured.
But I ask them that crucial question, "What have you written?"
They pull a crumpled napkin from their pocket, and hold it up like it's the holy grail, "I wrote it all here" Sorry folks, there's no way you can have a treatment, synopses, script, budget outline and shooting schedule on a napkin...next to the mustard stain.
Next crucial question (if they have written all the above), "Do you have a budget, name talent attached or a distribution deal in place?"
I know, that was a curve ball, but that's what the game is all about, being ready too be ready for anything that comes your way. You can never be too prepared, and in show business that second question is the business half of SHOW BUSINESS, A lot of people miss that part because it doesn't seem to be related to their idea of the creative process. It only matters to people who want to see their ideas become a reality on the screen, any screen. Otherwise, you are just creating art of art's sake and have no desire to make a living from your art. That's fine too, but that's just show ....not show business.
The creative process is full of ups and downs and peculiar mental blank spots. Writers block is a common hurdle/obstacle in the creative process and procrastination is it's evil twin.
For me the creative process involves putting together a set of ideas, words and images that lead to comedy routines, plays, TV shows and movies. There's an old saying, "If it 'aint on the page, it 'aint on the stage". This holds true for the screen, radio and everything else; the world is a stage.
So, writing is the basis for the beginning of the creative process in entertainment, otherwise you just have an idea. Everybody's got an idea, tons of 'em. I'm approached by a lot of people who pitch me ideas for TV shows, and they feel this is a really great idea, "...it's gonna be a hit" is what they tell me with a gleam in their eye, they always have the look, as if the checks have been cut and the champagne poured.
But I ask them that crucial question, "What have you written?"
They pull a crumpled napkin from their pocket, and hold it up like it's the holy grail, "I wrote it all here" Sorry folks, there's no way you can have a treatment, synopses, script, budget outline and shooting schedule on a napkin...next to the mustard stain.
Next crucial question (if they have written all the above), "Do you have a budget, name talent attached or a distribution deal in place?"
I know, that was a curve ball, but that's what the game is all about, being ready too be ready for anything that comes your way. You can never be too prepared, and in show business that second question is the business half of SHOW BUSINESS, A lot of people miss that part because it doesn't seem to be related to their idea of the creative process. It only matters to people who want to see their ideas become a reality on the screen, any screen. Otherwise, you are just creating art of art's sake and have no desire to make a living from your art. That's fine too, but that's just show ....not show business.
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
Monday, June 24, 2013
STEVIE MACK RADIO - Today’s Insanity 06 24 13 06/24 by Comedian Stevie Mack | Blog Talk Radio
STEVIE MACK RADIO - Today’s Insanity 06 24 13
Listen and Laugh to tonights episode here in the archive
Discussing all the hot button issues in the news, current events and pop culture. I flip it up, slap it and rub it down for the listeners, callers and chat room guest.
Comedian Stevie Mack, is the Writer and Host of this award winning online comedy talk show, live Monday -Thursday 6pm (PST)
Call in 646-716-6113
Visit us http://www.steviemack.com
Follow us http://www.twitter.com/StevieMackRadio
Monday, June 17, 2013
STEVIE MACK RADIO - Today’s Insanity 06 17 13 06/17 by Comedian Stevie Mack | Blog Talk Radio
STEVIE MACK RADIO - Today’s Insanity 06 17 13
Listen to this episode here in the archive
STEVIE MACK RADIO - Today’s Insanity 06 17 13 06/17 by Comedian Stevie Mack | Blog Talk RadioDiscussing all the hot button issues in the news, current events and pop culture. I flip it up, slap it and rub it down for the listeners, callers and chat room guest.
Comedian Stevie Mack, is the Writer and Host of this award winning online comedy talk show, live Monday -Thursday 6pm (PST)
Call in 646-716-6113
Visit us http://www.steviemack.com
Follow us http://www.twitter.com/StevieMackRadio
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Motown Party presents: The Cotton Room - Saturday Nights
Motown Party presents: The Cotton Room - Saturday Nights
"A touch of Harlem in LA"
Every Saturday June 1st - June 15th
Comedy Show 8 pm - 9 pm (doors open 7pm)
The After party 9 pm - 2 am
Comedy Show Hosted by Stevie Mack
features Comics from BET, The Laugh Factory, The Comedy Store, Last Comic Standing, Las Vegas, ABC, NBC, Comedy Central and more…
The After party 9 pm - 2 am features LA's Hottest DJ spinning Old School R&B for dancing and grooving
Admission $10
Diner and Drinks with Happy Hour Prices all Night Long
1st 50 people on the Guest List Enjoy FREE Complimentary Champagne or Wine http://motownparty.com/
Skip the line and get your Tickets online -http://motownparty.com/
VIP SERVICE AVAILABLE ~ PLATINUM PACKAGE COMES WITH A HOTEL ROOM AND DINNER FOR TWO
http://motownparty.com/
Free Street parking. Come 4 deep and share Valet Parking only $10 for Motown After Party Guest
At the New Upscale, Classy and Elegant Century Room Lounge at the Radisson LAX Hotel 6225 Century Blvd. ~ Los Angeles, CA 90045
We Will See You There!
"A touch of Harlem in LA"
Every Saturday June 1st - June 15th
Comedy Show 8 pm - 9 pm (doors open 7pm)
The After party 9 pm - 2 am
Comedy Show Hosted by Stevie Mack
features Comics from BET, The Laugh Factory, The Comedy Store, Last Comic Standing, Las Vegas, ABC, NBC, Comedy Central and more…
The After party 9 pm - 2 am features LA's Hottest DJ spinning Old School R&B for dancing and grooving
Admission $10
Diner and Drinks with Happy Hour Prices all Night Long
1st 50 people on the Guest List Enjoy FREE Complimentary Champagne or Wine http://motownparty.com/
Skip the line and get your Tickets online -http://motownparty.com/
VIP SERVICE AVAILABLE ~ PLATINUM PACKAGE COMES WITH A HOTEL ROOM AND DINNER FOR TWO
http://motownparty.com/
Free Street parking. Come 4 deep and share Valet Parking only $10 for Motown After Party Guest
At the New Upscale, Classy and Elegant Century Room Lounge at the Radisson LAX Hotel 6225 Century Blvd. ~ Los Angeles, CA 90045
We Will See You There!
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
STEVIE MACK RADIO - Real Talk 05 28 13 05/28 by Comedian Stevie Mack | Blog Talk Radio
STEVIE MACK RADIO - Real Talk 05 28 13
Listen and Laugh to tonight’s episode here in the archive:
Discussing all the hot button issues in the news, current events and pop culture. I flip it up, slap it and rub it down for the listeners, callers and chat room guest.
Comedian Stevie Mack, is the Writer and Host of this award winning online comedy talk show, live Monday -Thursday 6pm (PST)
Call in 646-716-6113
Visit us http://www.steviemack.com
Follow us http://www.twitter.com/StevieMackRadio
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