12/10/2023 0 Comments 12 minute timer gif![]() Once you are happy with the style of your countdown timer the slide is ready to use. Combined it covers a large variety of custom colours. Add your desired effect and then run the presentation to test that it still animates if it plays you are in luck, if not you’ll need to undo the last change, or select “Reset Picture”.įor colour edits, the black base will give you more saturated options, the white base will give you more pastel options. ![]() However, these depend on your operating system and version of PowerPoint so your best way forward is to test the animation with each change. The site may prompt that it is “unresponsive” and ask if the you would like to wait, be sure to select “wait” and be patient. Secondly, each GIF file is large and may also take time to download. Firstly, the 30 minute animated countdown GIF file is large and may take time to upload. We use the site Online GIF Tools, and although successful when trimming files, the site isn’t without some caveats. For your use you can specify any time under 30 minutes, the method for cutting it is the same.Īn online GIF frame cutter has given us the best success when trimming the animation. Read on below for instructions on both, cutting the timer length down to your custom duration, and adding it into PowerPoint.įor our example we are going to cut 30 minutes down to a 5 minute timer. Once you have the GIF file saved, you can add it to your presentation, or cut down the timer to suit your specifications. Then choose and save it to a location on your local device. Once you have decided on the style you’d like for your project, Right-Click, or Command Click, and select ‘save image as’. The software also allows us to easily export to a multitude of different formats which streamlines our process when transferring our presentations to even more Desktop, mobile, rack, and other unique display systems. ![]() We use PowerPoint here at Giraffe and Elf to design and create our motion graphics and animations for live streams, stage performances, and digital signage. PowerPoint is also a very versatile program and tool suite, along with its stability, it works on a variety of both Desktop and Mobile operating systems. Microsoft Office is commonplace in most business environments, and with PowerPoint files also being self-contained it makes it easy to transfer your presentation to different devices and locations without needing to worry about compatibility, linked files, or folder structure. Read on below as we guide you through the process from start to finish. Welcome, to our guide for adding a custom animated countdown timer to your PowerPoint project or Live Presentation without the need to download third party plug-ins, or fiddle with complex animation setups. The button gives the appearance of having an off state and animated on state, which is helpful when running a live stream that uses screen bugs, lower thirds, and other one-shot animations. By default, the Stream Deck doesn’t offer any native solution for a button that, when pressed, plays a looping animation and returns to a static picture.īy manipulating the multi-action switch and combining it with a back-to-front animated GIF, we can give the appearance and functionality of a button that looks to be in an animated holding state while an action is performed, and then returns to a static image once the action is completed. This is useful when triggering something like an animated lower third, by showing a looping indication animation while the om screen animation is active and stopping us from accidentally pressing any other buttons. In this video we demonstrate how we created an Elgato Stream Deck button that animates for a specific duration when pressed before returning to a static state, without needing any plugins or third-party apps.
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12/10/2023 0 Comments Sip wall panels cost![]() Like ICF, DIY EASY SIP panels form a 1¾” THERMAL BREAK between your framing and exterior cladding.ĭIY EASY SIP 2×6 panels are a full 6¾” thick-23% MORE INSULATION POWER than standard prefab Structural Insulated Panel (SIP) homes at HALF THE PRICE! When you’ve banged the wall together, simply sheet it and stand it! It’s no wonder that DIY EASY SIP is changing the way homes are built.ĭIY EASY SIP have precisely cut recesses for plates and studs on 16” centers and come in 8’, 9’, 10’ or custom heights. Bank as many DIY EASY SIP panels together as you need, slip in studs and then nail’em to the top and bottom plates. Think of it: your insulation acts as a die or template for wall building. Just like Insulating Concrete Forms(ICF) are for concrete, DIY EASY SIP is for wood framed walls: it’s a WALL-BUILDING JIG and leave-in-place GREEN INSULATION, rolled into one! ![]() You can use DIY EASY SIP as a form to build your walls!ĭIY EASY SIP are 100% square and routed to a 1/16” tolerance.
12/10/2023 0 Comments Apple bee top gun![]() Go see Top Gun: Maverick, only in theatres May 27. Join Applebee’s E-Club and receive a welcome offer. To order Applebee’s To Go or delivery, visit or the Applebee’s mobile app (iOS, Google).įor even more exclusive deals and specials, guests can sign-up to be a part of the neighborhood. To find your local restaurant to dine-in, visit /restaurants. “Applebee’s is a beloved brand with massive reach in more than 1,500 restaurants located near movie theaters, and we felt that this was the perfect opportunity to engage and delight fans across the country.” “Fans have been eagerly anticipating the theatrical release of Top Gun: Maverick for over two years, and our partnership with Applebee’s is a celebration of the movie-going experience,” says Michelle Hagen, EVP of Worldwide Marketing Partnerships at Paramount Pictures. We can’t wait for our guests to enjoy the ultimate summer date night of dinner at Applebee’s and Top Gun: Maverick!” “ Top Gun is an iconic film that highlights the power of community, service, family, and friends – all of which resonate with our brand’s core values. “We are thrilled to partner with Paramount Pictures and Top Gun: Maverick, to bring this unique and immersive experience to our guests,” says Applebee’s Chief Marketing Officer Joel Yashinsky. Spend 70.00 or more in one transaction and get two movie tickets. While in restaurant, guests can snag a selfie with a Pete “Maverick” Mitchell life-size standee and enjoy other surprises throughout the dining experience. For a limited time, receive 1 Movie Ticket (up to 15 per ticket and convenience fee) to see Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny when you spend between 35.00 and 69.99 in one transaction at Applebee’s. ![]() 1 Movie Ticket, up to 15 Value (Spend 35 up to 69. Qualifying purchase must be made in one transaction. Make it a date night or a night out with friends and spend $50 or more to receive two free movie tickets. The qualifying purchase can be redeemed for a Fandango Promo Code valid for 1 Movie Ticket (up to 15 value per ticket and convenience fee) to see Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. Applebee’s is soaring into summer and teaming up with the highly anticipated Paramount Pictures film, Top Gun: Maverick, only in theatres May 27, to take dinner and a movie to new heights.įor four weeks only starting today, Applebee’s guests nationwide will have the opportunity to receive one free Fandango movie ticket when they spend $25 or more in qualifying purchases in one transaction at their local Applebee’s by dining in or ordering To Go or delivery on the Applebee’s website or mobile app. 12/10/2023 0 Comments Cordless drill vs cordedTorque, measured in pounds-feet, determines the drill’s twisting power. While power is important, torque is also a crucial factor. The more powerful the motor, the more torque the drill produces, and the easier it will drill through material. ![]() A corded drill with a 5-amp motor, for example, has a max output of 550 watts (5 amps x 110 volts = 550 watts). To determine how powerful a drill’s motor is, multiply the motor’s amp rating by the power supply’s maximum power output. While the most powerful corded drills draw from a 20-volt rechargeable battery, corded drills can access a 110-volt electricity supply for as long as the unit is connected to the power source.Ĭorded power drill motors are rated by amps. Power is what separates corded drills from their cordless cousins. Massive 1/2-inch models are often used by professionals due to their heavy-duty construction and ability to handle larger drill bits. This means a 3/8-inch chuck allows you to use a 1/2-inch bit with a 3/8-inch shank.Ī drill with a 3/8-inch chuck size is large enough to handle most home projects. Keep in mind that most bits use a slightly smaller shank than the actual size of the drill bit. The size determines the maximum diameter drill bit shank a chuck can hold. For power drills, chucks come in three sizes: 1/4-inch, 3/8-inch, and 1/2-inch. Chucks usually use a locking key to grip the shank end of a drill bit. ![]() The chuck is the clamp at the business end of the drill that holds the bit in place. Characteristics such as size, weight, chuck size, and rotation speed also play a significant role in how well a drill performs. And while the axiom “the more power, the better” does hold true with corded drills, it’s not the only thing to consider. When it comes to power tools, most users focus on the motor’s size, and corded drills are no exception. Photo: What to Consider When Choosing the Best Corded Drill BEST HAMMER DRILL: Tacklife 1/2-Inch Electric Hammer Drill.BEST LIGHTWEIGHT: BLACK+DECKER Corded Drill, 5.2-Amp, 3/8-inch (DR260C).UPGRADE PICK: Meterk 7.0 Amp Corded Hammer Drill.BEST VALUE: Genesis GD38B Variable Speed Reversible Electric Drill.RUNNER UP: PORTER-CABLE Corded Drill, 6-Amp, (PC600D).BEST OVERALL: DEWALT DWD115K 8 Amp VSR Drill Kit. ![]() Below, you’ll discover why these picks are some of the best on the market. The best corded drill is a useful tool for home projects and an essential in the workshop. While the top cordless drill maxes out at 300 watts and requires a periodic battery charge, the best corded drill will produce nearly 900 watts, generating significantly more torque. Drilling 1/2-inch holes in hardwood, burrowing through steel: those feats require the power of a corded drill. Despite the advancements in cordless drill battery technology, the best ones aren’t powerful enough to do the job. 12/10/2023 0 Comments Sunset vistas beachfront resort![]() Another great feature of your day at South Sea Island will be a ride beneath the waves in a semi-submersible vessel to explore the coral reefs and see the magnificent tropical fish life in the surrounding marine sanctuary. It is one of the few islands where there is still good access to the sea at low tide or take a dip in the swimming pool. The hardest part is choosing what to do first! You can enjoy snorkelling, sailing, kayaking, perhaps a massage or just lazing on the beach. ![]() Then the island and all its activities are yours to enjoy. The Fijian entertainers will give you a warm welcome as you step ashore onto the sandy beaches. Just 30 minutes from Denarau aboard the high speed catamaran, the uninhabited island is surrounded by crystal clear waters and magnificent coral reefs. Any unused credit will become nullified at the point of check out.įor the greatest fun under the sun you can’t beat a day at South Sea Island, the closest day trip island. Credit cannot be transferred or redeemed for its cash value. Purchases from Concessionaires will not be offset against this credit. $1100 Wine, Dine & Spa Credit will be posted to folio at the point of check out and will cover only Resort managed services and products. Air surcharges apply during Australian school holidays and peak travel periods. Subject to promotional fare availability. Flights may not be direct or operate daily. Prices are correct at time of publication and are subject to change. Airfares are subject to availability at time of ticketing. Relax on the sun decks and day beds, jump into the beautiful blue water and enjoy a day surrounded by the Pacific.Īirfares are based on promotional economy class fares with Fiji Airways including 30kg of checked in luggage per person. As part of this exclusive experience, you’ll gain access to our My Fiji deck and enjoy luxurious beach towels, a refreshing mid-afternoon Malamala Pop and personal service from our VIP Concierge and dedicated Malamala butlers.Ĭruise on over to Cloud 9, Fiji’s renowned 2-level floating platform with bar, pizzeria and island sounds from resident DJ’s. Receive the VIP treatment at Malamala Beach Club, the world’s first beach club situated on its very own island! Take in breathtaking island views during a 25-minute boat ride from Denarau Island before spending your day relaxing on a beachside cabana, floating in the infinity-edge pool, enjoying a range of water sports, and sipping on handcrafted cocktails. Included in your cruise are a tasty barbeque and salad lunch and unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks.Įxclusive My Fiji Malamala Beach Club Experience* Choose to enjoy a day of snorkelling, sailing or kayaking, explore the coral reefs via a semi-submersible vessel, treat yourself to a massage or simply laze by the beach. Just a 30-minute ride from Denarau on a high-speed catamaran, there are endless activities to enjoy on this slice of paradise. During your Fiji holiday, you can choose one of the following tours:ĭiscover crystal clear waters, magnificent coral reefs and colourful tropical fish during a half-day journey to South Sea Island. 12/10/2023 0 Comments Easy dance moves for thrillerLike many great pieces of work it is simple and yet dynamic to watch. For me the magic of Thriller is that the dance routine is quite easy to learn. Jackson’s Thriller routine is famously recognisable all over the world and is still learnt by thousands of people young and old. So why do we still get such a thrill from dancing Thriller? I think I might have to teach this to my English classes if they are falling asleep on Red Badge of Courage.As Halloween approaches, the soundtrack to Michael Jackson’s Thriller will soon be heard blaring out of dance studios worldwide. I haven't had the chance to try this dance yet, but it looks like some cool dance moves are incorporated, and using music from Glee has to be motivating! I can't wait to try this! Thanks for the creativity and ideas.ĭance is my favorite unit to teach. I'm going to try it with my 3-5th graders. I learned this dance with you at the TAHPERD conference and love it! It's a great dance. I love it Susan, I can't wait to do this dance with my kids! The love faster tempos and MJ ) This is great! My students will love this. What a great way to motivate kids into liking to dance!! I am excited to teach this again when Halloween gets closer. I love the variety of speeds and levels that it offers. This is such a FUN dance!!! My kids loved falling to the floor and acting like zombies. Thank you for sharing this wonderful dance choreograph. I just got done watching the video of the dance and it looks great! I will definitely try this out with my 5th grade students. Great dance, can't wait to try it out! thanks Susan! Even the guys got into it! Easy to learn. I used this dance with my MS boys and girls classes and they all loved it. I am going to give it a try.ĭid this for a Halloween themed dance lesson. Why wont the videos work now? You need to login? ![]() They can also create their own zombie walk and perform it for 16 cts.Īdaptations for Students with Disabilities They will create a total of 8 different shapes. They can move every two counts as they progress from the floor to a stand. Students can be asked to create symmetrical or asymmetrical shapes with their bodies. ![]() In the middle of this dance there is a section students can be asked to create 16 cts using non-locomotor moves, levels, and tempo changes as they become zombies. Students have the opportunity to choreograph 32 counts in the middle of the dance, offering many opportunities for variations. Repeat Section One: "Off with your head" to finish the dance. Children love to scream so allow them to add extra effects with their screams. Students can perform a quick jog with arms moving from sides of body to overhead. Take the next 16 cts to move body to a stand.Ĩ cts music has a fast beat section. Repeat Section Four-Chorus Monster Claw walkġ-16 cts: “Darkness falls” Drop down to floor on ct 1. Repeat Section Three MJ shimmy with claps Repeat Section Two Shimmy forward, monster mash back, deal forward, swim back 5, arms down to side ct 6, clap overhead 7, then down ct 8.ġ-8 cts: Michael Jackson Thriller walk ~ Monster Claws…with hands in monster claws- walk to left 3 ct’s and hold on 4, turn claws to right (ct 5), to left (ct 6), to right for cts 7-8 Section Three: 1-8 cts: “You tried to scream.” Long slide step L and while the R comes together “shimmy” shoulders put arms by side on ct 4 (4 cts.) then clap overhead on ct. rt hand “deal the cards”, and left hand “deal the cards” (hand shakes low as if dealing cards)Ģ1-24 cts: Step back with left foot facing the side wall, perform two step touches as “breast stroke swim arms” 2 X’s ![]() Section Two: Start this section when the song says "Off with your head" for the third timeġ-4 cts: 2 gallops forward, right then left, with arms out to sides shaking the hands low - "spirit fingers"ĥ-8 cts: In a wide stance, hands on knees, step back, right, left, right, left (4 of these steps back)ġ7-20 cts: Lead with right –step touch on a diagonal with the right leading, then left leading. Hold four ctsġ-4 cts: Pivot on right foot to move 4 cts to right (1/2 turn facing back)ĥ-8 cts: “Dance till you're dead” hold a “dead pose” for 4 cts REPEAT Start when the song says "Off with your head"ġ-8 cts: Take left arm, circle it around your head (over face and back of head) 2 cts and then put arm out to left side straight with head tilted to left-2 cts. Recommended music: Artist: Glee Volume 5 Song: Thriller/Heads Will Roll - Available on Itunesīeginning dance formation: Scatter or lineĭance source: Parts of this dance use Michael Jackson's "Thriller" Dance Moves 12/10/2023 0 Comments Unzip .xz file ubuntuIn the example below, we will download the Linux kernel using the command wget and send the result to command tar: wget -c -O - | sudo tar -xj Option -Jwill tell tarthat the file is compressed with xz. When extracting a compressed tar.bz2 file by reading the archive from standard input (usually via piping), you must specify a decompression option. png(image file), you would use: tar -xf -wildcards '*.png' Extract the tar.xz file from stdin The pattern must be quoted to prevent the shell from interpreting it differently.įor example, to extract only files whose names end in. Option -wildcardsallows you to extract files from tar.xz files based on wildcard patterns. Tar: Exiting with failure status due to previous errors If you try to extract a file that is not in the archive, an error message similar to the following will be displayed: tar -xf README tar: README: Not found in archive ![]() When extracting files, you must provide the exact name, including the path, as printed when option -list ( -t) is used.Įxtracting one or more directories from an archive is equivalent to extracting multiple files tar -xf dir1 dir2 For example, we want to extract foto201.jpgand foto202.jpg tar -xf foto201.jpg foto202.jpg To extract specific files from the tar.bz2 file, add a list of separated filenames. Use -directory ( -C) to extract archive files in a specific directory:įor example, to extract the contents of an archive to a directory /home/budi/files, you must type: tar -xf -C / home / budi / files Extract Specific Files from Tar.xz File File tar -xvf īy default, tar will extract the contents of the archive in the current working directory. This option tells tar to display the name of the file being extracted in the terminal. Windows users will need a tool called 7zip to extract the tar.xz file.įor more verbose output use options -v. To extract (unzip) the tar.bz2 file simply right-click the file you want to extract and select “Extract”. If you are a Desktop user and still afraid to use the terminal/command line, you can use your File Manager. The same command can be used to extract tar archives compressed with other algorithms, such as. The command tar automatically detects the compression type and extracts the archive. To extract the tar.xz file, Use the command tarwith options -extract ( -x) and specify the archive file name after the option -f: tar -xf Most Linux and macOS distributions come with the tar utility installed by default. In this tutorial, we will explain how to extract (or unzip). By convention, the name of a tar archive compressed with xz ends with. Xz is a popular algorithm for compressing files based on the LZMA algorithm. ![]() ![]() This command also supports various compression programs such as gzip, bzip2, lzip, lzma, lzop, xz and compress. Today we learn in this tutorial how to extract (Unzip) Tar.xz Tar.gz File on Linux Command Line Command tarallows you to create and extract archives with tar format. 12/10/2023 0 Comments New orleans social sceneAfter her father was killed in New Orleans in 2000, she made it her mission to help victims’ families navigate the criminal legal system and cope with loss. Jackson responded to the scenes as part of the New Orleans Office of Gun Violence Prevention as a victim advocate, while Baptiste and Paige represented the Silence is Violence organization – Jackson is its executive director.įor her, this work is deeply personal. Leslie Gamboni for the Gulf States Newsroom Tamara Jackson speaks to Jovanna Baptiste and Isiah Paige as they stand across the street from a homicide scene on April 22, 2022, in New Orleans. Aside from her role with the city, Jackson is also the executive director of Silence is Violence, a community organization that promotes peace in New Orleans. “ services are in line with offering support and addressing the needs of the victims and their families, where the police department is more focused on the investigation,” Jackson said.Īlthough the office is new, Jackson has been steeped in this work for nearly two decades. Part of her job is to respond to homicides with a community focus, taking a public health, prevention and intervention approach to try to prevent recurring violence. In an effort to decrease gun-related murders in New Orleans, Mayor LaToya Cantrell’s administration created the Office of Gun Violence Prevention – where Jackson works now – in 2021. For each one of those people, there’s a whole community left behind trying to heal - and organizations working to find solutions to disrupt the cycle of violence. Law enforcement reported more than 500 people were killed in New Orleans, Birmingham and Jackson, Mississippi, combined in 2021 - most caused by gun violence. The Crescent City isn’t the only one in the Gulf South contending with a spike in homicides. Tamara Jackson was at the scene as part of the New Orleans Office of Gun Violence Prevention as a victim advocate. Leslie Gamboni for the Gulf States Newsroom New Orleans Police respond to a homicide scene on April 22, 2022. “I’m not sure what is happening, but New Orleans tends to spiral out of control where we’re seeing an insurgence of shootings and homicides happening,” said Jackson, a New Orleans native. This particular weekend, she responded to at least six homicides across the city. Jackson usually gets to as many homicides as she can in a day, with the purpose of offering the victim’s families support to try to curb the cycle of violence. “I’m not sure where your keys are at, but I can go back in the scene and ask.” “This is all he had in his pockets,” Jackson told her. She immediately turns to Jackson for help. She’s looking for the keys to her vehicle, which was tied up in the crime scene. In this case, the victim’s girlfriend digs through a small manila folder of her boyfriend’s belongings. Jackson guides the victims’ families as they try to cope with the loss, and she helps them deal with questions - both big and small. As a victim’s services advocate, she is known within the community - she was at the Oakmont Apartments the day before, responding to another homicide. She gets out of her black SUV, walks right up to the police tape and immediately greets the victim’s family - offering them resources and support. She’s one of the first people to arrive at the apartment complex, alongside NOPD officers. ![]() Tamara Jackson hears about the shooting via police dispatch and drives directly to the scene. “We been telling them to shut this down and board this up,” Newman said. Recent New Orleans Police Department call logs back up that claim. Windows in the apartment complex are boarded up, and bags of garbage and debris pile up nearby, causing the dumpster to overflow.īut people still live at and regularly visit this apartment complex many say it has become a magnet for crime. ![]() Neighbors say the Oakmont Apartments, where the shooting happened, have been abandoned since Hurricane Ida struck southeast Louisiana in August, leaving the residents without a property manager. His girlfriend and mother are especially distraught, looking for answers from police on the scene. Newman consoles the man’s girlfriend, who said she just talked to him a few hours before his death. “It’s just sad,” said Tamika Newman, a family member of the victim.“Everybody wanna be a gangster.” No one at the scene knows who did it.Īs first responders slowly appear at the homicide scene, the victim’s family and friends - his mother, his girlfriend and his community - line up behind bright yellow police tape, confused and grieving. It’s a muggy, spring afternoon in Algiers, a neighborhood on New Orleans’ west bank, and a Black man has been shot and left dead in his car in front of a dilapidated apartment complex. Abdi Enterprises will be known worldwide it is not if but when. really changed who I am and he Lit fire within me. One said, “Watching Undercover billionaire. Viewers are intrigued after watching the show. In another tweet, he wrote, “#UndercoverBillionaire AVAILABLE now at Employers & Entrepreneurs are downloading the streaming app at record levels to get access to the show during office hours. You need courage, commitment, and you need purpose,” adding that the episode airs next week. Sharing a clip from the next episode, Grant Cardone said, “You don't need money to make money. Both streaming services offer free trials. However, in case you don't have cable, you can live stream it on Fubo TV or Philo. The best bet to watch the show is by tuning into Discovery every Wednesday at 8 pm and ‘Undercover Billionaire’ Comeback City at 10 pm ET/PT, respectively. How to live stream ‘Undercover Billionaire’? However, the date has been moved to next week as it was the day of the Inauguration of Joe Biden. The third episode of ‘Undercover Billionaire’ was scheduled for Wednesday, January 20 at 10 pm on Discovery Channel. (04.08.21) when what I thought was the last episode of the three. Monique and Elaine face the fallout when they reveal their identities and all the entrepreneurs reward those who helped them along the way. Watch Undercover Billionaire: Season 2 with a subscription on Max, or buy it on Vudu, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV. But will they be able to turn their big ideas into a reality? And can they navigate the impact of Covid-19 that has forced so many businesses across the country to shutter? Grant Cardone (Discovery)Īfter the first and second episode showcased how the three went to different cities and hunted for shelter with just $100 in their pockets, you may have to wait for a bit to watch what unfolds in the third episode. Grant, Monique and Elaine find out if they each turned their 100 into 1 million businesses in just 90 days. The tycoons on Discovery's ‘Undercover Billionaire’ - Grant Cardone, Monique Idlett-Mosley and Elaine Culotti - are betting $1 million that they can go undercover in three different cities, start their own business with just $100 and top the million-dollar mark in just 90 days.Īt the end of the challenge, each of them will reveal their true identities to the people who helped build their business. With Glenn Stearns, Kind is not just a business, it’s a movement.The American dream is still alive and this time, three self-made entrepreneurs have set out to prove it. When kindness spreads, it gains momentum. With an aggressive drive for reclaiming his spot at #1, Glenn is leading Kind Lending to revolutionize wholesale lending and where kindness is contagious. In 90 days, he's going to partner with an unsuspecting but deserving candidate to help make them 1 million. A few years ago he sold his company for 2.2 billion. He grew up poor in the sticks of Maryland and was just 14 years old. Today, Kind Lending is headquartered in Santa Ana, California where inspiration is found around every corner, voices are heard, and donuts and cheer are served by Chief Kindness Officer, Mindy Stearns. Glenn Stearns is a self-made billionaire. Self-made billionaire Glenn Stearns has just 90 days to take the 100 in his pocket and turn it into a million-dollar business. With the right people on his team and modern technology, Glenn knew that together they could build a streamlined mortgage process that would revolutionize the mortgage industry while focusing on service where kindness was at the core of every interaction. Start your free trial to watch Undercover Billionaire and other popular TV shows and movies including new releases, classics, Hulu Originals, and more. ![]() He envisioned an edgy and contemporary styled business where people would be put before profits and light-hearted fun was mandatory. ![]() After the debut of Undercover Billionaire in August 2019, he felt energized and reinvigorated by the overwhelming desire to go back to his roots in mortgage but this time build a different kind of company – one that let go of the stodgy corporate culture of the past and encouraged people to go past their comfort zones and not take life too seriously. to the private equity firm Blackstone Group and headed off to his next adventure. Prior to the show, Glenn had grown his namesake company into the top lender in the county. Undercover Billionaire lit a fire under Glenn to jump back into mortgage banking. 12/9/2023 0 Comments American utopia bandBetween numbers Byrne addresses the audience directly, spinning amusing tales about where these songs came from (he wrote “I Zimbra,” with its lyrics by German Dada poet Hugo Ball, to respond to a challenge thrown down by his friend and collaborator Brian Eno), or urging us to fulfill our civic responsibilities (he uses a lighting trick to show how badly the citizenry is represented when only 20 percent of the population votes). This is a setting, a world, where certain essential problems have been worked out, creating the space and freedom to play.Īnd so even the songs every longtime Byrne or Talking Heads fan knows well-like “This Must Be the Place (Naïve Melody),” a moonlit cottage in ballad form, or the wriggly-waggly noodle dance “Slippery People”-take on new shapes and new life. The grand scheme is elegantly simple, yet never chilly. (The choreography is by dance veteran Annie-B Parson.) All the performers, including Byrne, wear identical lunar-gray suits, and all are barefoot the stage is bordered on three sides by a shimmery chain-link curtain. The musicians are also dancers and singers: their instruments are strapped to their bodies, untethered to any bulky sound equipment, which leaves them free to move and dance around the stage in a series of elegantly orchestrated numbers, with Byrne often at the center-though sometimes lurking at the edges, like living fringe-of the proceedings. But his desire to connect is robust, and it vitalizes everything that happens onstage during American Utopia. ![]() Even at age 68, he’s still like an alien learning the rules of the planet. It’s a principle so glaringly simple that it’s radical.īyrne is an admittedly weird ambassador for the idea of connection: he isn’t what you’d call a naturally warm presence, at least not in Earth terms. The idea is that to survive-to live in any meaningful way-we must stay connected. There’s an urgency to it, as if Byrne and his troupe of 11 musicians and dancers were staking their ground in a battle we shouldn’t even have to fight. The music-some numbers drawn from Byrne’s 2018 album American Utopia, others from his body of work with Talking Heads, and one a cover (of Janelle Monáe’s 2015 protest anthem “Hell You Talmbout”)-feels fresh and familiar at once, inclusive but also mildly explosive. 17, is art that has been built, a work of great joy and expressiveness, a tower of song with room for everybody. David Byrne’s American Utopia, Spike Lee’s grand and glorious filmed record of the hit Broadway show of the same name coming to HBO Oct. ![]() Sometimes to make art, you’ve got to build art, to layer ideas, colors, values and textures until you’ve shaped the thing that says what you want to say. |
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