Jai Alai-ghts 2012


My apologies right off the bat. I'm going to do what most people hate. I'm going to drive my helicopter of self absorption to Lamesville and park it in Mayor Obvious' spot and give Dr. Uncreative a call. Yep, I'm going to 'best of 2012' all over the place. Aside from the obvious (engagement to the …

THE INTERVIEW PROJECT 45: Dr. Jokes


The first time I saw Dr. Jokes was during a 'How to take out your own appendix in the safety of your home' tutorial on the Youtubes. The video has since been taken down, but one thing that can't get taken down is my confusingly powerful affection for the good Doctor. Now, I'm not sure …

THE INTERVIEW PROJECT 41: Auralia Brooke


BIO: "I am completing a Master's in Educational Policy Studies, focusing on digital technology and storytelling with youth at risk." When I am dying, and I look up a the hospital ceiling or the canopy of trees or into the gun muzzle of that Russian dude whose nose I broke in a rugby game...I will …

THE INTERVIEW PROJECT 40: Jon Manning


BIO: "He writes words and plays in a band called glovebox. He has a dog, some friends and family. He likes you. He's a bit Blarg. A madhouse of exquisite dreams." Science fact: Grown men Tumbl. I do it. Jon does it. Yes million of female teens writing fan fiction about sexual interactions between Thor and …

THE INTERVIEW PROJECT 39: Todd Babiak


BIO: "Todd Babiak is a Canadian writer and entrepreneur living in Edmonton, Alberta. He is co-founder of Story Engine, and has published three bestselling novels. He is also a mediocre snowboarder and ultimate frisbee player."  There are many things to like about Todd Babiak. But first, I'll start with something a bit different: My mom …

THE INTERVIEW PROJECT 37: Matt Bowes


Bio: "I've had a variety of weird jobs over the years, including janitor, Wal-Mart associate, hotel maintenance man, Head of the Collections Department at a museum, and most recently Comics Manager at Warp One Comics and Games. I am the other half of the Graphic Content: A Comic Book Film Series braintrust, the first being …

THE INTERVIEW PROJECT 33: Erin Elizabeth Fraser


BIO: "Being the youngest of five children, Erin Elizabeth Fraser grew up desperately seeking attention. She holds a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Film Studies and a minor in Comparative Literature. Currently she works for the Metro Cinema Society where she does a variety of things, including their volunteer coordination and social media. While …

The Edmonton Expo Gets FUBARed!


This post is co-titled The Interview Project 31: Dave Lawrence With the Edmonton Comic and Entertainment Expo arriving on October 20/21, Edmonton will be filled to the brim with so many nerdy celebrities that the EPSB is now offering classes in Klingon and Firefly swearing. From Lando Calrissian and Lt. Uhura to Batman and Robin, there will be …