Friday, February 25, 2011
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Monday, February 21, 2011
Submit your 'Man-on-the-Street' Flip Links Here
Remember, submit only the YouTube links or web addresses here.
Do not try to submit the full videos. See Bb for more info.
Do not try to submit the full videos. See Bb for more info.
Friday, February 18, 2011
The Daily Show with... John Yoo
Looks like one of America's most-watched news sources didn't pay attention during his Jour. 102 class.
Oh wait, that's because he didn't take it.
Jon, meet John.
A comedian versus a lawyer. A psychology major versus a law degree. Not exactly what some might call a fair match. Jon Stewart apparently did not share this viewpoint.
Watching Yoo at work in this interview is a beautiful testimony to the art that is law. He glides through the interview with articulate answers, calm disposition and constant control of the atmosphere. Take that, Jon Stewart.
Maybe it's because I despise the idea that Americans rely on shows such as the Daily Show for their source of news.
Maybe it's because Jon Stewart gets on my nerve.
Regardless, this was a highly interesting assignment and I applaud both men; John, for doing what he does best and Jon for trying.
John and Stewart Interview
After watching the interview, I found it fustrating that Stewart kept interrupting John when he tried to give an explanation to Stewart's confusion. The over all questions that Stewart was asking Yoo, seemed to be immature and lack of research. It revolved around the same topic that would have been explained if he would only let Yoo get them out. I personally think Stewart made a fool out of himself. His questions that should have been open ended, he ended up closing them out early before Yoo could get his point across. Stewart gave the notion that he never could wrap his head around the idea of what Yoo was saying almost trying to make a fool out of the lawyer, but I could see where it backfired. I got the feel that Stewart was a little unprepared for the topic Yoo was brought on the show for. In efforts to make it funny, I feel like he failed miserably.
If read the article before and after I watched the interview, and before watching the interview, I got the idea that Yoo was going to be entirely boring and be one of those politicians that is easily made a fool of when screwing up when trying to answer a question. In my opinion, the journalist's assertions were making Stewart's interview with Yoo out to be not entertaining. It did make me want to watch it and see how if Yoo's statements given in the article were supported by his answers in the video. I can see the journalists's attempt to try and attract it's readers to want to watch the interview to see "another politician (or someone in goverment) make a fool out of themselves", but like I said it was very vise versa after watching it.
The Daily Show with Jon Stewart
While watching the conversation between John Yoo and Jon Stewart, I almost felt embarrassed for Stewart. He had clearly not anticipated Yoo's responses. I actually thought it was pretty funny when Yoo said, "First of all let me say, I don't find talking to be frustrating." That showed that Yoo was prepared, and knew what he was in for. He did not get flustered, and he had a very rational response to every question. The only way Stewart was able to hang in there, was to make fun of himself. I didn't feel like the questions were well thought of. It seemed like Yoo was able to answer different questions with the same answers every time. I agreed with the article when it stated that it wasn't that Stewart was not prepared, it was because Yoo is a lawyer. Stewart did use questions a lot of journalists would think of using also. Yoo's responses were so interesting that I think it distracted Stewart from staying on track and getting actual answers to the questions being asked. I have always been a fan of Stewart, but this whole interview made me question his skills as a journalist.
Thursday, February 17, 2011
1/18 HW Assign. by Sidney Bayles
After viewing the video of John Stewart and Jon Yoo's interview, I started realizing the downfall of the whole interviewing process. Stewart, Christopher Beam mentioned, was already known for stooping others in interviews so it was no surprise that he thought he could do the same to Yoo. Stewarts downfall, though, was that he did not take into consideration Yoo's profession and his knowledge of the topic they were discussing. Stewart should have asked more in depth questions instead of just "uh"ing and stuttering about nonsense.
I definitely agree with Christopher Beam's assertions about Stewart and Yoo's interview. He hit the nail on the head when he said that all Stewart wanted to do was stoop Yoo, in which he failed to do. Every question or comment Stewart made, Yoo was able to come back with an answer or a better comment. Yoo was very polite, yet he made the point that Stewart, no matter how hard he tried, could not make him look like an idiot. I think in the end, Stewart made himself look like the idiot and should hopefully learn a lesson from this.
I definitely agree with Christopher Beam's assertions about Stewart and Yoo's interview. He hit the nail on the head when he said that all Stewart wanted to do was stoop Yoo, in which he failed to do. Every question or comment Stewart made, Yoo was able to come back with an answer or a better comment. Yoo was very polite, yet he made the point that Stewart, no matter how hard he tried, could not make him look like an idiot. I think in the end, Stewart made himself look like the idiot and should hopefully learn a lesson from this.
I love it when a plan comes together... or when Jon Stewart's plans fall apart
I'm envious of Yoo.
No, bloggers, that is not a typo (how conceded!). I am sincerely jealous of John Yoo, former official of the United States Department of Justice.
In 2010, Yoo went on The Daily Show and took on, as he says in the interview, the "infamous" Jon Stewart. Stewart, as the majority of the world knows, is a proud liberal and opponent of water boarding interrogation techniques.
Yoo, as the majority of the world did not know, was the main player in the Bush Administration's legal definition of torture.
So, as Jon (no "H"--Stewart) prepared to take on John (with an "H"--Yoo), Stewart expected to be able to rip him apart like the other conservatives that had been on the show before. However, all did not go according to plan for Mr. Stewart.
Christopher Beam's article recapping the spectacle was actually a pretty fair discription of what happened. In Stewart's attempts to embarrass Yoo, he ended up embarrassing himself.
Jon (no "H") asked great warm up questions. He kept it simple, got Yoo (and you) used to the idea of opening up and debating. From the beginning, everyone watching knew that this was as easy as it was going to get... and that Stewart was raring to go!
Then, Mr. Stewart started to let off the clutch...
Did it help? Was he able to agitate Yoo (or you)? No. He kept trying and trying to get at his interviewee, but Yoo did not let him go anywhere. The interview turned out to be less of a tribute to how great a "journalist" Stewart is and morphed into a shrine to how great a diplomat Yoo can be.
Yoo answered every question... I'll give it to Stewart, Yoo was far from answering exactly how he "should" answer. However, he did know exactly what is used as fuel and what is used as water... and a viewer cannot get angry at a smart firefighter.
As a proud conservative, I was pleased (and jealous!!) to see how well he represented my beliefs. Stewart's questions were far from easy... and for someone with less patience and knowledge than Yoo, they could have been fatal. Lucky for Yoo, John came off nice and calm with Jon Stewart looked like a selfish little kid trying to steal the spot light. There were several times were Stewart interrupted and tried to get his way. But, again, the interview continued to polish Yoo's reputation (even when he mentioned he had never met President Bush).
Overall, both the article and the interview were very entertaining and enlightening.
Finally, I have to give credit to both Jo(h)ns.
John for being so honest and calm... and Jon for stating that he harbored not hatred towards anyone with opposing view points. This said a lot about the classiness of both men.
Feburary 18th Homework Assignment
After watching Jon Stewart's interview of John Yoo, I felt that the caliber of the questions asked by Stewart were good questions where he could get a good answer out of Yoo, but then became frustrating for Stewart when he began to ask them. I feel this way because I think Stewart wanted to "make a fool" or so to speak out of Yoo and with each question he was asked, Yoo would reply with an equally good answer or one that trumped Stewart's questions. Stewart's questions were based well on the topic at hand, but they grew to be sour in my opinion with Stewart becoming frustrated that Yoo was handling the questions so well.
Reading Christopher Beam's article about the Jon Stewart-John Yoo interview, I feel that Beam's assertions he made are correct. Stewart, in my opinion, didn't come to the interview well prepared, maybe doing little research on the topic. I think Stewart thought to himself that he could easily trump Yoo by asking him the questions he asked but his plan backfired. He underestimated the fact that Yoo is a well practiced lawyer, and those lawyer skills helped him outwit Stewart. I also agree with no matter what question Stewart asked, no matter the seriousness of the questions, Yoo was able to interpret constitutional and presidential influences into his answers to make Stewart look like an even bigger fool.
Reading Christopher Beam's article about the Jon Stewart-John Yoo interview, I feel that Beam's assertions he made are correct. Stewart, in my opinion, didn't come to the interview well prepared, maybe doing little research on the topic. I think Stewart thought to himself that he could easily trump Yoo by asking him the questions he asked but his plan backfired. He underestimated the fact that Yoo is a well practiced lawyer, and those lawyer skills helped him outwit Stewart. I also agree with no matter what question Stewart asked, no matter the seriousness of the questions, Yoo was able to interpret constitutional and presidential influences into his answers to make Stewart look like an even bigger fool.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Hw Friday-Bryton Ehrig
After watching the videos of the interview of Mr. Yoo by Jon Stewart I started to feel Stewart's frustration. I thought he was very easy going at first by asking Yoo if he was a good lawyer. This to me was a great ice-breaker. He also asked him how high up in the white house he was and got an interestingly long response. Stewart had a great follow up questions to get full understanding of what Yoo was trying to say. The look on Stewart's face after hearing that Yoo had never actually met the president was priceless. Stewart's questions about the presidents power were great because he really made Yoo draw him a picture. Towards the end of the interview Stewart's question's got a lot tougher. For example," Did President Bush in your mind use his power in terms of fighting the war effectively?".
I think that the author of the article Chris Beam made some very good points. Maybe Jon Stewart did not do his research before the interview and that would be why he did not understand completely what Yoo's points were. I will say that Stewart did make Yoo fumble his words a couple times during the interview and even stump him once or twice.
I think that the author of the article Chris Beam made some very good points. Maybe Jon Stewart did not do his research before the interview and that would be why he did not understand completely what Yoo's points were. I will say that Stewart did make Yoo fumble his words a couple times during the interview and even stump him once or twice.
Assignment Due Friday, Feb. 18 – Post Your Responses to This Article
Read this article and post your reactions to it below. The article focuses on a year-old interview Jon Stewart conducted with John Yoo, a former official in the Justice Department’s Office of Legal Counsel who wrote the so-called “torture memos." Be sure and also watch the interview here. I think the link in the article is a dead link.
1) What did you think about the caliber of Stewart's questions?
2) Do you think the article writer's assertions are correct or do you disagree?
Your response should answer both questions.
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Interview with Andrea Smith by Sidney Bayles
I got the chance to interview Andrea Smith, a sophomore resident of Crosby Hall, about her stance on dorm life and the new proposal of next year's sophomores living off-campus.
Interview with Paul Mlynarek
In this interview is Paul Mlynarek, a resident hall advisor at the Residential College. He will be asked what made him want to be come an RA, what responsibilities the job entails, and the rewards that come out of being an RA.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rXcKvv7TR8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rXcKvv7TR8
Interview Opportunity with Dr. David Steele
Last Friday, I had the opportunity to interview Dr. David Steele, my Music Appreciation professor. I asked him a couple questions and he gave me some interesting answers. So, check it out!
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Friday, February 11, 2011
Alex Clay - Ole Miss Diamond Girl
I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Ole Miss Diamond Girl, Alex Clay. Alex is a junior here at Ole Miss and has been a Diamond Girl for three years. During our interview, Alex explained to me the responsibilities of being a Diamond Girl as well as its rewards and advice she has for young women who are interested in the program.
Flip Cam Interviews – Originally Due Feb. 11
JOUR 102: Upload your video here by attaching it OR by linking to it via a YouTube web address. Directions follow. If you have trouble with the following options, simply e-mail me your video to the following address:
djackson1111@gmail.com
To attach your videos here, click on the "posting" tab and 1) give your post a title, and 2) type in text (optional); 3) click on the film strip icon (the second icon from the right at the top; it allows you to "add video") 4) choose your video from your files, give it a title, check the box and "click upload video," 5) then click "publish post."
Another option is for you to save your video as a YouTube file and post the link here. You'll have to set up a YouTube account, if you don't have one. Once you've done that, post the link by 1) typing in text, and highlight the text that you want to be linked. 2) After highlighting, click on the chain-link icon, next to the color palette at the top. 2) paste the YouTube web address for your link in the window that pops up. 3) Click publish post.
* You must post your video online before class meets Monday. *
Those who did not present their videos in class Friday, must do so on Monday, Feb. 14, for assignment credit. Failure to do so will earn a zero.
djackson1111@gmail.com
To attach your videos here, click on the "posting" tab and 1) give your post a title, and 2) type in text (optional); 3) click on the film strip icon (the second icon from the right at the top; it allows you to "add video") 4) choose your video from your files, give it a title, check the box and "click upload video," 5) then click "publish post."
Another option is for you to save your video as a YouTube file and post the link here. You'll have to set up a YouTube account, if you don't have one. Once you've done that, post the link by 1) typing in text, and highlight the text that you want to be linked. 2) After highlighting, click on the chain-link icon, next to the color palette at the top. 2) paste the YouTube web address for your link in the window that pops up. 3) Click publish post.
* You must post your video online before class meets Monday. *
Those who did not present their videos in class Friday, must do so on Monday, Feb. 14, for assignment credit. Failure to do so will earn a zero.
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