Hutch - Jimmy Hutcheson's blog

Interview on BNET - Check it out

2009-09-21T22:12:00.001-07:00

Here is my interview from awhile back on BNET. Check it out: http://www.bnet.com/2422-13721_23-243465.html

Waking up with Megan Fox - nice video

2009-05-04T17:08:00.000-07:00

The video was taken down, so here is the link: http://www.esquire.com/the-side/video/megan-fox-video?bcpid=21913413001&bctid=21845810001

The "What is your Dream Job?" CONTEST!

2009-04-23T15:33:00.000-07:00

Put the Hulk Lou Ferrigno on Dancing With the Stars!

2009-04-15T18:35:00.001-07:00

Hey Guys! If you want to see Lou Ferrigno "The Hulk" on the DANCING WITH THE STARS you can click on NBC.COM and go to Shows- Click on Tonight Show /Jay Leno and Click on What's new and then Vote! The Hulk on Jay Leno: http://www.nbc.com/The_Tonight_Show_with_Jay_Leno/video/clips/lou-ferrigno-33109/1078324

VOTE here: http://www.nbc.com/The_Tonight_Show_with_Jay_Leno/exclusives/poll/

Tom Arnold and the Dream Jobs shoot this past week

2009-03-21T12:51:00.000-07:00

We were shooting Dream Jobs with Tom Arnold last week in Burbank. During the shoot, we saw a car wreck take place, and two pissed off drivers fighting with one another. It made the day quite exciting. My friend Angel McCord was our model on the shoot, and was great on camera with Tom. Here's a photo from the shoot. The new Dream Jobs episode takes place at a beer brewery, and the interview is with a real beer taste-tester/ brew-master.

Great Blog on Celebrity Financial Mistakes!

2009-03-17T10:41:00.001-07:00

Incredibly interesting insight: http://econ4u.org/blog/

Dr. Drew article on celebrity identity and "ego"

2009-03-17T10:31:00.001-07:00

Dr. Drew writes about how the US celebrity-obsessed culture is causing us to become more narcissistic. Dr. Drew even mentions that it's healthy to have a strong ego by saying. "To feel good about oneself and want to see our reflected glory in another person's eyes is not negative. There's a creative energy that is very positive," says Dr. Drew. Read the article here:
http://www.usatoday.com/news/health/2009-03-16-pinsky-narcissism_N.htm

Personality Test: http://www.usatoday.com/news/health/2009-03-16-pinsky-quiz_N.htm

The new Fast & Furious comes out April 3

2009-03-11T12:10:00.003-07:00

Finally, they got Vin Diesel back.

Fast and Furious Live Premiere Webcast

2009-03-11T12:10:00.001-07:00

Feeding the homeless in LA's "Skid Row"

2009-03-05T17:29:00.001-08:00

Last Sunday, several staff and friends from Ego TV went to Skid Row with the "Red Eye" group. I still do not quite know what "Red Eye" is, but what I gather is that the leader, Justin Mayo, is incredibly passionate about helping other people. Bottom line: he inspired about 50 people to give up their Sunday afternoon last weekend and make PB&J sandwiches and feed the homeless. https://app.e2ma.net/app/view:CampaignPublic/id:29489.1787444168/rid:c1814f1deea5d9ae1e0e6c14b773efd6

David Weinstein, Ego video blogger, on Jimmy Kimmel on ABC

2009-01-16T15:03:00.000-08:00

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xb6L5fRI15E - At exactly 5 minutes into this video you get to see David Weinstein from Blog Your Ego on Ego TV choked on ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live. Yes, choked! Check it out.

Jimmy Kimmel plays joke on our Video Blogger David Weinstein

2008-12-03T16:59:00.000-08:00

Jimmy Kimmel and John Popper from Blues Traveler played a joke on David at a recent party (see video clip below, then listen to the audio file from the Adam Carolla radio show). Jimmy Kimmel proceeds to call-in to Adam Carolla's radio show and tell the whole world! Check out the video clip and take a listen, from Adam Carolla's radio show website - http://adam.freefm.com/pages/3376297.php

Jimmy Hutcheson to Speak on "Internet Television Pioneers" Panel at Beverly Hills Hotel

2008-10-23T13:50:00.000-07:00

I am speaking on Dec. 17 at the Beverly Hills Hotel for AlwaysOn's BreakOut conference - "Internet Television Pioneers." I will likely bring some of the Ego TV stars along. Does this mean the Malibu U. cast will come in bikini's?....Can't do it! If you are in the LA area and would like to attend the conference or talk about Ego TV with us, please visit http://alwayson.goingon.com/permalink/post/28841 to register for the conference.

Politics

2008-10-23T12:23:00.000-07:00

The race to the White House continues to heat up - the only items in the news right now are the election and the economy. Who are you voting for? What do you like most/ least about the VP candidates? Did you see the Sarah Palin skit on SNL last week?

Ed Hardy at LA Fashion Week

2008-10-13T20:40:00.001-07:00

I attended LA Fashion Week today, and was impressed particularly by the production value of Christian Audigier's latest Ed Hardy show at Smashbox Studios in LA. Christian continues to ignite and "re-spark" his signature Ed Hardy brand. Though it may be over-exposed in LA, many people are just now realizing what an interesting and creative brand Ed Hardy really is.

In short, Christian is a marketing genius, and I am not just saying that becuase he advertised on Ego TV. He has become a fashion icon in a very short period of time, and is able to leverage his brands, one at a time, to build new brands and introduce new themes to consumers. In short, Christian knows how to get celebrities and trend-setters to wear his clothes. They become authentic friends with Christian, and wear the clothes in front of paparazzzi, etc. Congratulations to Christian on a great show today!

LA Fashion Week approaching

2008-10-01T09:58:00.000-07:00

Perhaps you have seen some of our other coverage of LA Fashion Week from last spring. Because the "fashion industry" is a highly coveted place to work (notice how I said "WORK" and not just "BE"), we find those designers, fashion entrepreneurs, and trend-setters that know what it takes to become successful and offer insight on the industry to YOU. Yes, actual purpose-driven coverage and interviews with insiders. You can check-out interviews from last spring's LA Fashion Week. A special thanks to Tracie from Monarchy! LA Direct Magazine is hosting a kick-off party at Kress on Hollywood Blvd. We will keep you posted.

Politics, DC careers

2008-09-29T12:30:00.000-07:00

DC is a wild, wild place. Just ask all the DC interns and those on the paths to success around DC. It has been said that LA is where you find culture, NYC is the money, and of course DC for government. Ego TV will explore politics, and the young, successful, and influential people making serving our country in DC, state governments, and local/ county governments. There are many interesting careers, from serving in Congress to working for the FBI. Several of our shows on Ego TV focus on culture, but we do not currently have a young, up-and-coming politician or DC-insider on Ego TV, nor any base in DC. I did see a young mayor on CNN (I think he was 20 years old!). Does anyone know who this kid was on CNN? I have spoken with several Political Action Committees in California about video blogging, but I want the focus to be "how to succeed in politics/ government work" and not necessarily partisan politics.

Emmy wrap-up

2008-09-24T09:39:00.000-07:00

It was a great weekend with all the Emmy excitement in Los Angeles. After making some gifting lounge rounds, I headed to a few Emmy parties. What's a gifting lounge you may wonder?? Basically, companies give free products (clothes, tech toys, etc) to celebrities, trendsetters, press, and execs with the hopes that the products will be talked about/ worn/ etc. Party highlight: the Vanity Fair party at the historic Chateau Marmount on Sunset Blvd. Tiny Fey was there and recognized Gummi Bear, the host of Ego Scoop. The enitre cast of 30 Rock including Tracy Morgan was there. I ran into some NBC friends. Scott Weiland from Stone Temple Pilots was lounging on a couch with two hookers. More updates to come....

New Shows on Ego TV

2008-09-19T15:51:00.001-07:00

Dr. Botox will launch new weekly episodes, starting soon! I will keep you all posted. Also, we interviewed the New Kids on the Block Production Manager, Bobby Schneider recently for "Anatomy of a Rock Star." He is currently on an arena concert tour with New Kids on the Block. Very, very interesting - he's worked as a Tour and Production Manager for Third Eye Blind, the Deftones, David Bowie, and many more artists. You won't believe what one of the celebrities asked Bobby to do to her dress before every show. Wow. Best of all, Bobby gives us great insight into what Tour Managers do, how to break into the biz of rock and roll, and how your band lands a Tour Manager. Great advice, and a fantastic guy! Many new shows are being released this fall. Please sign up for a newsletter at http://www.EgoTVonline.com to get all the latest information on new shows and updates at Ego TV. Please be sure to also check out our new networks! http://www.TechTickleTV.com and http://www.My10online.com !!!

Jimmy Hutch

Emmy Weekend - Ego TV

2008-09-19T15:51:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone - It's officially Emmy week/ weekend here in LA. The gifting lounges, parties, and industry events are in full swing. As most of you know, Ego TV's mission is not about simply hitting glamorous entertainment industry red carpets around Hollywood (although I will be out having some fun this weekend and promoting Ego TV) and doing the same stuff you see on every other entertainment network, show or site.

We want to find the people out there working hard - in front of the camera and behind the camera, and tell the stories of how they got to where they are, and what it takes to succeed in the cut-throat businesses surrounding the Emmy's. The Emmy weekend is the perfect opportunity for you to learn from great directors, actors, PR guru's, production teams, the people who pamper the stars, the fashionistas, and more. How did they become a publicist for an Emmy-award winner? Who gave them their big break? What does it take to dress a star for an award show? All of these questions are the focus for Ego's shows.

Where do we find these great people? We are hitting the parties and events, including: the HBO party on Sunday, The Little Black Dress party at "The Sunset" in WeHo, the Liberace Penthouse gifting lounge, Life on Wilshire, and many more! Talk to you soon.

Jimmy Hutch

2008-05-31T01:28:00.000-07:00

Twitter + Qik

2008-05-14T12:04:00.000-07:00

Wow. Check out www.Qik.com. You can stream live video from your phone to websites. Combine this with Twitter and you really have something. This is similar to what Justin.TV is doing. Quite impressive.

Edelman PR Studios - How will they get professional submissions?

2008-04-28T11:31:00.000-07:00

Last week Edelman PR announced they are working with 4 major ad clients to produce professional campaigns in the digitial space with independent companies. The clients are BIG names like Burger King, and this is a unique opportunity for up-and-comers working in the industry. According to Edelman's press release: "The studio will solicit and develop creative content, such as television shows, short and feature films, and "webisodes" from screenwriters, producers, and directors who will have the opportunity to compete for major assignments from top marketers."

see http://studios.edelman.com/news

My opinion: Most of the submissions Edelman receives will be from amateur creatives. Most of the submissions will NOT be quality and will NOT be acceptable to present to clients. Why? Those that submit ideas get a mere $2,500 IF Edelman exercises their option. And you automatically grant an exclusive option to them upon submitting.

There are many talented people out there trying to "break" into the biz. The true and authentic talents always rise to the top. BUT, they are often discovered by agents, managers, and friends of friends of friends who refer them to agents and managers. OR, they are independent and they read the fine print to protect themselves (see below).

I am not trashing Edelman, but I am curious why the terms of the submissions are SO BAD. You have to grant a 3-month option beyond the client deadline, and if they exercise the option you get a mere $2,500 and MAY be considered to further develop the project with Edelman. What?! Bye bye idea.

This might be a good opportunity for a college kid wanting some extra cash, but professionals CANNOT work on a budget and terms like that.

However, the clients listed ARE HUGE, and if selected, would do wonders for up-and-comers' resumes. Also, this is a great way to forge some relationships with young, up-and-comers.

My conclusion: this was a "feel good" move for Edelman to "hype" with clients and the press.

Please post your comments. Thanks everyone.

Here are the Terms taken directly fromt the Edelman website:

"By submitting the Submitted Material you agree that you grant Edelman an exclusive, irrevocable, royalty free, worldwide option to obtain the license (beginning on the date of submission and ending three (3) months after the submission deadline stated in the assignment) and right, but not the obligation, to use, copy, modify, display, distribute, download, store, reproduce, transmit, publish, transfer, adapt, create derivative works for the purpose of considering whether to option and/or use the Submitted Material further. During the term of the initial three (3) month option period, Edelman and/or its client shall have the right to exercise the option in exchange for the payment to individual/team of $2,500. Upon exercise of the option, Edelman and/or its client shall obtain the exclusive irrevocable, worldwide license and right, but not the obligation, in perpetuity, to use, copy, modify, display, distribute, download, store, reproduce, transmit, publish, transfer, adapt, create derivative works in any manner, in entirety or a portion of, your Submitted Material and in all media now known or hereinafter developed. You and/or your team will be provided creative credit and will be considered for inclusion in the development/production team." Source: http://studios.edelman.com/terms

Sid and the OC

2007-05-09T11:00:00.000-07:00

I recently launched a start-up and have met several new faces in Orange County. One person I continue to see on panels, talk with, etc is Sid Mohasseb. I recommend reading some of his blog posts if you're an entrepreneur seeking insight from a pro.

http://sidmohasseb.blogspot.com/