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Wall Street Journal Interview with Jalen Rose

TAGspeakers — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 01:07:54 +0000

Wall Street Journal’s Weekend Interview headed to Detroit to interview NBA veteran and ESPN correspondent Jalen Rose about the Jalen Rose Leadership Academy and the effect on Detroit’s students. Opened in September 2011, the Jalen Rose Leadership Academy (JLRA) is a public charter high school founded by Jalen as an opportunity to give Detroit area students a leadership-focused education based upon real-world, project-based experiences within the career context of sports and entertainment.

Read the full WSJ interview here: The Weekend Interview: From the Fab Five to the Three Rs

Learn more about the Jalen Rose Leadership Academy here: JLRA

Alison Bechdel’s new memoir releases in May

TAGspeakers — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 19:41:09 +0000

Cartoonist Alison Bechdel, author of the acclaimed and bestselling 2006 comics memoir Fun Home, is releasing her second book May 1st. Houghton Mifflin Harcourt to release a 100,000 copy first printing of Are You My Mother: A Comic Drama, a graphic memoir that will explore Bechdel’s relationship with her mother.

Publishers Weekly Article

Movie Preimere in NYC “The Big Fix” Dec 2-8

TAGspeakers — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 19:58:33 +0000

The Big Fix is a documentary directed by Josh Tickell and his wife Rebecca Harrell Tickell uncovering the hidden truths of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

Film synopsis: On April 22, 2010 the Deepwater Horizon offshore drilling rig run by BP sunk into the Gulf of Mexico creating the worst oil spill in history. Until the oil well was killed on September 19, 779,037,744 liters of crude oil and over 7,000,000 liters of chemical dispersant spread into the sea.

By exposing the root causes of the spill filmmakers Josh and Rebecca Tickell uncover a vast network of corruption.

“The Big Fix” is a damning indictment of a system of government led by a powerful and secretive oligarchy that puts the pursuit of profit over all other human and environmental needs.

“The Big Fix” will be premiering in NYC Dec 2nd – Dec 8th starting at 6pm. Each night will feature a post screening Q&A with the filmmakers Josh Tickell and Rebecca Harrell Tickell and notable environmental advocates.

AMC Lowes Village 7, 66 3rd Avenue at East 11th Street NYC

Review from the NY Times

Kara DioGuardi on E! True Hollywood Story tonight!

TAGspeakers — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 19:50:13 +0000

Don’t miss the all-new E! True Hollywood Story featuring TAG Speaker client Kara DioGuardi. The new episode airs tonight, Wednesday Oct 26th at 10pm on E! Check your local listings.

One of today’s most sought-after songwriters, Kara DioGuardi has penned hits for artists such as Pink and Christina Aguilera. The famous songwriter and former American Idol judge reveals the dark secrets that shaped her life and her music. True Hollywood Story: Kara DioGuardi premieres Wednesday at 10 p.m. ET/PT, only on E!

http://www.eonline.com/on/shows/ths/index.jsp#ixzz1bv0F0ZQx

Harry Belafonte’s HBO docu film

TAGspeakers — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 19:47:55 +0000

Groundbreaking singer, actor and activist Harry Belafonte rose to fame in the U.S. in spite of segregation, and crossed over into mainstream America on his way to international stardom. His hit 1956 album “Calypso” made him the first artist in industry history to sell over a million L”s, and spawned the smash single “Banana Boat (Day-O).” Though recognized with Grammy, Tony and Emmy awards, Belafonte was blacklisted, harassed by the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC), spied on by the CIA and FBI, and threatened by the Klan, state troopers and Las Vegas mafia bosses.

Sing Your Song (Mon., Oct. 17th on HBO) reveals Belafonte as a tenacious hands-on activist who worked intimately with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., mobilized celebrities for social justice, participated in the struggle against apartheid in South Africa and took action to counter gang violence, prisons and the incarceration of youth.

Alison Bechdel featured for LGBT History Month

TAGspeakers — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 20:22:36 +0000

LGBT History Month celebrates the achievements of 31 lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender Icons.

Beginning October 1, a new LGBT Icon is featured each day with a video, bio, bibliography, downloadable images and other resources. Just click on the Icon’s name, corresponding with the day of the month. Embed for free the Daily Icon video player on your Web site, blog or social networking page. Once embedded, the player will update daily with that day’s Icon video.

Today, October 3rd, Alison Bechdel is featured as an LGBT icon who has made notable contributions to society. Alison Bechdel is a celebrated cartoonist and author of the long-running comic strip, “Dykes To Watch Out For.” Her groundbreaking graphic memoir, “Fun Home: A Family Tragicomic,” was awarded the GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Comic Book. Full Bio

Fonzworth Bentley on Access Hollywood tonight

TAGspeakers — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 23:06:38 +0000

Access Hollywood’s fashion correspondent, Fonzworth Bentley, will appear on the show tonight 7:30pm sharing with viewers his fashion style for this years Emmy dresses.

Check it out here

Chaske Spencer in Breaking Dawn Exclusive New Trailer

TAGspeakers — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:18:23 +0000

The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1 trailer was released today, Sept. 13th. You can see it here. Bella and Edward must deal with the chain of consequences brought on by a marriage, honeymoon, and the tumultuous birth of a child. Chaske Spencer reprises his role as Sam Uley, leader of the wolfpack. See The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1 in theaters on November 18th!

Josh Tickell and Rebecca Harrell Tickell Speak for TEDxSoCal

TAGspeakers — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 20:47:54 +0000

Josh Tickell and Rebecca Harrell Tickell spoke for TEDxSoCal and the videos are up! On July 16th the film making duo discussed the ongoing issue of our world’s climate change, and the necessary steps our people must undergo to unite and redesign our society in order to make lasting changes for sustainability. Here are the videos of the Tickell’s presentations respectively:

Also, check out Josh Tickell and Rebecca Harrell Tickell on their Freedom Tour this year!

“Freedom” Already Bringing Success to Bio-Fuel Movement

TAGspeakers — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 19:45:14 +0000

Josh Tickell and Rebecca Harrell Tickell have officially begun the nationwide bus tour for their new film “Freedom,” which documents a new case for potential fuel alternatives. The tour, which began in Bellingham, Washington on Aug 4^th, is already receiving sensational reviews. In its latest article covering the Tickells and their film, “The Herald” has claimed “Freedom” to be a surefire powerful success. Audiences and critiques agree that the film will surely shake up the controversy surround this global issue. The documentary will be released officially on August 14^th and will continue to play in over 38 cities within the next three months. For dates and locations, visit the official “Freedom” Site Here!

Read the full review from West Seattle Harold Click Here!

In today’s soft economy and thirst to find alternative fuels, Josh Tickell and Rebecca Harrell Tickell may have just found the golden ticket. Our society has been fed the idea that bio-fuel cannot provide for us like petroleum, which is our one and only fuel source for everyday life. Alternatives, such as ethanol and corn have been tainted as taboo, since many have disregarded these resources as inadequate and impossible. However, together, the Tickells have uncovered the secret to the bio-fuel movement and they are not afraid to disclose it to the world. After originally refuting the lack of bio-fuels in their 2008 documentary “Fuel,” their new documentary entitled “Freedom,” will provoke the stubborn minds and free those who believe in gasoline alternatives. Finally, a refreshing eye opener is successfully delivered that will transcend through the controversy of alternative fuels, and the relentless politics that are at play to hide this now uncovered secret.