Month: October 2011

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28 Oct 2011

I am thrilled to announce…

that yesterday’s interview with…

The Buried Life’s Ben Nemtin and Duncan Penn was a complete success!

If you’ve been following Yow Yow! for awhile, then you know that this has been something that I have been wanting to do for almost close to two years. Before the show came out in January 2012, I spent that winter getting in contact with the guys and exchanging a few emails back and forth to set something up. Before we knew it, the show premiered and almost instantly, things started taking off for the four guys from Victoria, BC. That had been the last time I had talked to them until yesterday when I had the opportunity to be involved with our Student Activities in bringing them to our campus to share the story on their journey, how their project got started and the people they’ve met along the way.

Some highlights from today:

  • Riley and I watching The Buried Life episodes in the office
  • Picking the guys up at the airport with P. Ross
  • Getting schooled on how to hold a sign when waiting for arrivals by limo drivers
  • Loving airports
  • Getting the most attention and glances out of the lovely sign that Lizy made for us
  • Overly excited girls outside of Campion Ballroom freaking out over the guys
  • “Sorry about Ben. His religion requires him to walk 10 feet behind us.”
  • Duncan letting us into the Campion Ballroom with the secret code
  • Lord of the Rings secret pathway to Chardin
  • Ben and Duncan being mistaken for students
  • Being requested to sing “Over the Rainbow” by Duncan
  • Ben Nemtin as P. Ross’s doppelganger
  • Event becomes a roast on Dave Lingwood – but a really great one
  • More sexual innuendos than we can count
  • Spontaneous audio/Flipcam video interview in the Campion Kitchen
  • May or may not be spanking involved…I don’t know
  • Checking something off my own personal bucket list for Katie D. and Cameron M. What we did…we’ll never tell.
  • Making plans

If you’ve ever watched the series and thought to yourself “These guys are hilarious – they seem like people I’d be friends with,” – you are absolutely right. They are exactly how they appear on television – BIG kids with even bigger hearts. Katie, Cameron and I had a fantastic time spending most of our afternoon with them and I am so appreciative for events like this on campus. If the guys are coming to a city near you – check their tour schedule because after this tour, they’ve got another one – I strongly urge you to go because you’re going to hear some incredible stories from them and laugh your head off.

After next week, I’ll begin transcribing our 11-minute interview and maybe find a way to post up some behind-the-scenes footage for you as well! You’ll also find out which Buried Life cast member is the messiest, what inanimate object they have recently been keeping in touch with AND what plans the guys have in store for The Buried Life now that we’ve learned a season three is not in the works. Keep checking back for updates!

For pictures from last night’s event, click here

Yow Yow! appreciates brooding Ben.

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28 Oct 2011

Everlane

A new e-commerce site is about to take the internet by storm and you do not want to miss out on it! Have you ever found yourself perusing a retailer site featuring today’s most talked about and current designers and wanting every item that you see? It isn’t just a female shopper thing – this applies to guys too! Designer items are great and all, but for the average college student (and average person) – many of these items seem to be out of our range. Meet Everlane.

Everlane’s motto is “Designer Quality Under $100.” Right now, they’re doing a special promotion in preparation for their launch and all you have to do is sign up to learn more about the new sleek service. There are also some perks along the way as well, but I’ll let you guys find those out yourself. I think the most exciting feature that I’ve seen on Everlane right now is the fact that they have a new collection of 30 pieces being released every month. And after those 30 days are up, your good are expired and no longer available for purchase. That’s what so exciting about it – they keep things fresh. They also sell luxury basics all year around. Does that mean I will finally be able to find my ideal white and black striped long sleeve tee with black stripes and a white base? Crossing my fingers. So what are you waiting for? Sign up today and be the first to know about this new retailer offering you the best in quality and style.

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28 Oct 2011

Washington Has Pretty Sunrises

When I woke up Tuesday morning, the inside of my room was a swirl of colors – coral – orange – yellow. This is kind of rare for Washington, but on this morning we had the prettiest sunrise I’ve seen a long time! Thank you Mt. Rainier for your beautiful shadow.

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27 Oct 2011

Tomorrow’s The Day!

 

Or rather…today is the day! I don’t want to jinx anything,  but if all goes well, then Yow Yow! will have a new “Meet:” post with some people that I have been waiting a very long time to interview. The questions are refined. I feel focused. I know way more information than I need to, but that’s alright.
Wish me luck!

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26 Oct 2011

Out on the Town: 10/29

Wowweewow! In-store performances are the coolest – not that I’ve been, but someday soon they will be in my future. Locals bands Witch Gardens and Yuni in Taxco will be performing at our local Urban Outfitters location on Broadway. Start your Halloween party plans with a show before you become a sh*tshow.

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26 Oct 2011

Proud Owner:

Braided Cable Knit Ear Warmer – $24

Does this thing completely swallow my entire head? Of course it does.

Did all of my co-workers make fun of me for it tonight? You bet they did!

Are my ears warm? They’re burnin’ up like the Jonas Brothers.

Am I wearing it right now? Uh yuh.

I’ve learned that I cannot go into Urban Outfitters without making a purchase anymore. THANKS A LOT ASHLEY.

 

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26 Oct 2011

Ramen Sandwich

Would you eat it? I know I wouldn’t. Whoever thought noodles as a substitute for bread  was seriously disturbed. And is that KRAFT cheese I see? Yikes. If you ask me, this looks like a concoction made by a poor college student.

I should know because I’ve totally made a college meal concoction once and it was the biggest regret that my stomach ever had. One of my best friends told me that she became the best cook in the kitchen by just pulling all the ingredients together in her fridge and making something up on the spot. Well, I thought that could also be me and I once combined cheese, bacon bits, scrambled eggs, salsa, lettuce and corn (cause it’s my ultimate favorite) into a soft tortilla wrap.

NEVER AGAIN.

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26 Oct 2011

Goodwill’s Glitter Sale is Right Around the Corner

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This year, Goodwill is holding their 28th annual Glitter Sale at their downtown Seattle location on Saturday, November 12. The sale will run all weekend long, but click here for more details.

This post is dedicated to the one and only, Mehron. Seattle University’s favorite SUlebrity.

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26 Oct 2011

Kanye’d By the Bell

Kanye West lyrics + Saved by the Bell =

Kanye’d By the Bell. This is why I love Tumblrs.

check out the time waster site here.