AJ Feuerman

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Friday Favorites – A Whole New World

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Gosh, guys. The last time I wrote “Friday Favorites,” Sean Spicer was still behind the podium and Reince Priebus was still the White House Chief of Staff. It’s like a whole new world out there now, ain’t it? But WE MADE IT. One more week down.

Friday Favorites

WHAT I READ

  • Buffer is sharing how they grew their blog following. Great data.
  • A co-worker shared this article with me, about the habits of exceptionally strong women.
  • A list of incredible omelettes you should try here in LA. I’m actually not much for omelettes but this could change me.
Friday Favorites - A Whole New World

Odys + Penelope’s ham and molten swiss omelette.

OTHER BLOGGERS & INFLUENCERS

EARLIER THIS WEEK

  • I was dog-sitting. It was adorable. Check my Insta for pics.
  • Trump done gone lost his mind but James Corden turned around the BEST RESPONSE. It’s actually genius. Just WATCH:
  • Also, Biden’s tweet:

  • SCORE, the film music documentary I’m proud to be associated with, opened in Chicago today and got raves from critics! Richard Roeper loved it.

VIDEO SPOTLIGHT

  • Lupita Nyong’o won Comic Con. Did you see? I LOVE HER.

  • I saw Atomic Blonde. It was AWESOME. You have to go see it. And enjoy this peek at Charlize Theron’s training:

  • Let me leave you now as my arteries harden. How do you feel about this “Pancake Lasagna”?

 

 

Friday Favorites – Many, Many Friday Favorites

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I’m not going to give you all a big preface here because I bookmarked ALL THE THINGS THIS WEEK (hence, “Many, Many Friday Favorites!”), and I’m riding high off the news that Sean Spicer resigned today. I know this means someone worse and more annoying will just take his place, but I’ll take it as a tiny victory anyhow.

Friday Favorites - Many, Many Friday Favorites

ANYWAY, moving on….

Friday Favorites

WHAT I READ

Friday Favorites - Many, Many Friday Favorites

OTHER BLOGGERS & INFLUENCERS

  • Two of my very funny friends launched a podcast and I love it! It’s called “So is HE Captain America?” Just two girls on a mission to better understand the comic book multiverse!
  • How about Pinch of Yum’s Loaded Caprese Grilled Cheese Sandwich recipe?! RIGHT?!
  • Please also check out this blog, Pressure Luck (get it???), if you’re one of the b’zillion people who bought that Instapot that absolutely everyone owns.

EARLIER THIS WEEK

  • Dodger Stadium announced a new menu of eats for the Summertime and DEAR. LORD.
  • Andy Serkis brought Gollum out to read some Trump tweets. I DIED. It’s SO GOOD.
  • I saw Tim McGraw and Faith Hill in concert! AND, Tim came down the aisle RIGHT BY WHERE WE SAT. I took video — it went viral. Amazing.
  • I saw Baby Driver and Spider-Man Homecoming. I liked both. Both a lot of fun!

Friday Favorites - Many, Many Friday Favorites

VIDEO SPOTLIGHT

  • I was especially stricken by the death of Chester Bennington yesterday. Linkin Park has been my “drive angry” music for years and his rage was always and oddly very soothing to me. I went to high school with a couple members of the band so maybe that’s also why I always felt so connected to them. In any case, the way he died, and at such a young age (41), makes it even harder for my tiny brain to wrap itself around. So I leave you today with some of the most memorable performances from Chester and Linkin Park. Most notably their last performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live in May when they sang a song from their new album, “One More Light” in honor of their late friend Chris Cornell. It’s a stunning song.

 

Friday Favorites on a Saturday Afternoon

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I know, I know. Friday Favorites on a Saturday afternoon?! What gives?

Well, all day yesterday I tried to carve out 30 minutes to draft my “favorites” of the week for you but I failed. I guess it’s only fair that during the waking hours my job comes first. The day of work lead into an evening at home doing more work, lead into packing, going to bed early and then ultimately, getting p early today to attend a blogging conference in Temecula. (Oh. By the way. Greetings from BLOGGY BOOTCAMP!)

Friday Favorites

WHAT I READ

  • Science is doing me a solid — it has confirmed I am a genius. Find out why.
  • I have not seen Baby Driver yet, but I really want to. I was tickled when prestigious entertainment Editor Peter Bart analyzed the film’s musicality against the backdrop of my company’s documentary, SCORE.
  • Cheesecake Factory has unveiled…. WAIT FOR IT…. A FUNFETTI CHEESECAKE. 

Friday Favorites on a Saturday Afternoon: Cheesecake Factory's new Funfetti Cheesecake

OTHER BLOGGERS & INFLUENCERS

  • I had never heard of the website, The Grommet. Am I the last to know? Someone spoke about it at the conference this morning. I WANT TO BUY ALL THE THINGS.
  • Carolyn’s husband’s late Uncle was one of the most prominent theme park designers and she uncovered an old interview of his — it was fascinating!
  • Jen discusses the fine line between getting attention and being called to attention.

EARLIER THIS WEEK

  • I had an absolutely exquisite, savory brunch at Kismet.

Friday Favorites on a Saturday Afternoon: Brunch at Kismet

  • USA Today premiered the trailer for California Typewriter, a new documentary I am working on. You might recognize some of the up and coming talent….
  • Doug Fernandez of KOAT 7 in Albuquerque gave up. Watch:

VIDEO SPOTLIGHT

  • At a Green Day concert in Europe, before the show began, the crowd sang “Bohemian Rhapsody” in unison and it’s rather stunning:

  • This dog just needs a break. I feel you, dude.

Friday Favorites And One Crazy Work Week

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I don’t mind telling you all that I am one tired lady right now. In the middle of launching a theatrical documentary as well as several more “day and date” titles (those are films that come out in theaters and on demand on the same day) and it’s a LOT! But I’m also having a blast and it’s been a crazy and rewarding week.

Friday Favorites

WHAT I READ

  • My company’s exciting film, Score: A Film Music Documentary, is getting great reviews all over and it’s blowing our minds. We were the New York Times Critics Pick!
  • If you ever do the drive from LA to Vegas, read this list of great restaurants to try along the way. I’ve been to Peggy Sue’s Diner, which is a lot of fun!
  • Rudolph’s Bar & Tea looks like a place I wanna hang out in. Don’tcha think?

OTHER BLOGGERS & INFLUENCERS

EARLIER THIS WEEK

  • I was working on my personal brunch database (oh yes, I have one) — I had to add The Topanga Table.
  • NBC 4 came to our special advanced screening of SCORE on Wednesday night!

VIDEO SPOTLIGHT

  • Ice T is helping Sonic sell Iced Teas and I think the commercial is hilarious! 
  • I don’t watch Angie Tribeca, but now I may need to.

  • Is anyone else watching FUNDERDOME? I think the name is pretty stupid and the prizing mechanic is kind of lame, but I love seeing new inventions and entrepreneurs. So far my favorite idea is the Airhook:

  • I’ll leave you with this bit. Dear Evan Hansen took home a lot of Tony Awards on Sunday and deservedly so. The show is beautiful. From the same composers who wrote La La Land, by the way. The cast’s performance of “Waving Through the Window” was stunning and when star Ben Platt won his “Best Actor” award, he said something that has stuck with me ever since:

“Don’t waste time trying to be like anybody else… the things that make you strange are the things…

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Friday Favorites: June Gloom Be Gone

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Who says June has to be gloomy? Every morning I wake up to overcast skies but by afternoon, it’s sunny and beautiful. The weather’s been perfect and I am loving it. I am also happy to share that I did not have to testify before a half-senile Senate committee this week, which is more than I can say for some people….

Friday Favorites

WHAT I READ

  • The Alamo Drafthouse movie theater chain is finally setting up shop here in Los Angeles. They show such diverse films and have a great brand so I am excited as all get out for this.
  • 30 years later, these Playboy models recreated their cover photos. It is EPIC. Kudos to you, ladies. You’re badasses.
  • Did you know there are some RIDICULOUS secret menu items at Disneyland? I had no idea. Let’s get on that, guys. Because ICE. CREAM. NACHOS.

Friday Favorites: June Gloom

OTHER BLOGGERS & INFLUENCERS

  • As part of Google’s “Be Internet Awesome Program” they have built Interland, an online world to teach kids the dos and don’ts of using the web. Pretty awesome indeed.
  • Over at The Player’s Tribune, my favorite all-time catcher, Jorge Posada, wrote a letter to his younger self. It’s lovely. What would you say to ten-year-old you?
  • Melissa shared the recipe for the perfect, fluffy white cake. YUM! She also shared a recipe for the perfect chocolate chip cookies. Basically, she’s doing the lord’s work.
  • Carolyn took her family to Seattle and as it’s one of my favorite cities in the world, I loved her recap and travel tips!

EARLIER THIS WEEK

  • I saw WONDER WOMAN. I was afraid it wouldn’t live up to the hype. But it did.
  • I signed up for a volunteer orientation for Wags n’ Walks. I may regret it. I love dogs and I love recue dogs, but I don’t love that I cannot take them all home with me. But they are opening up an adoption center in West LA and need our support!
  • I bookmarked this restaurant – FELIX. I do not remember where I saw it or read about it, but ya know, looks delicious…. right?

Friday Favorites: June Gloom

VIDEO SPOTLIGHT

  • Carpool Karaoke is always a hit — this one with Ed Sheeran might be one of my favorites ever.

  • Jimmy Kimmel’s mean tweets are also always hilarious. Here’s the fifth edition of his NBA mean tweets:

  • These puppies. I want to steal them.

Friday Favorites: May Day, May Day!

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This week in the news, Trump is shouting to anyone who’s listening (or reading his twitter dribble) that he feels remarkably persecuted — the most hated and hunted President ever, he believes. Let’s not ask Lincoln and Kennedy how they feel about that verdict.

I am proud to announce that I am NOT being investigated by a special prosecutor. So I’m winning at life.

Anyway….

Friday Favorites

WHAT I READ

Friday Favorites: May Day, May Day! / Tom Hardy in "The Drop"

OTHER BLOGGERS & INFLUENCERS

  • Carolyn posted a recipe for S’mores Parfaits. When I read it, I literally shouted out loud, “SOLD!”
  • Jessica keeps saying she’s retired from blogging. She is a lying liar who lies. Also, she is insightful about important subject matters
  • Chris reviewed a diaper bag that I maintain would be an excellent bag for a working professional who travels a lot. I kind of want a diaper bag, guys.

EARLIER THIS WEEK

  • I attended this great panel at the TV Academy called “Unstoppable Women.” It showcased amazing female talent working with the Lifetime channel. And then I met Constance Zimmer, who could not have been nicer. She is one of my favorite actresses. I was THRILLED!
  • I attended the Grand Opening of the new Fresh Brothers in Burbank. I’m ECSTATIC they opened one in delivery distance to my home! I’ve been very patient and now I’ve been rewarded. Thank you, FB, (P.S. Click over to their site and sign up for their club so you get 10% off every order!)
Friday Favorites: May Day, May Day! / Fresh Brothers Pizza in Burbank

Fresh Brothers’ artichoke chicken pesto pizza – it’s amazing.

VIDEO SPOTLIGHT

  • Harry Styles and Niall Horan (formerly of One Direction) are giving their solo careers the hard core press this week. I’m not gonna lie to you — it ain’t bad stuff if you like pop music like I do.
  • I discovered a short film I loved. I never think about watching short films but I saw this filmmaker speak at the aforementioned panel and it’s GREAT.

Friday Favorites

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Welcome to the euphoria of Friday — that day of days that drops us all off at the weekend before that mother-effer Monday comes to collect us…. Ever the publicist am I, I wanted to put a new spin on Friday updates and offer up a simpler list, “Friday Favorites.” Broken down for you all below.

Friday Favorites

WHAT I READ

  • An exquisite ode and thank you to New York from baseball icon, Derek Jeter.
  • This “Anchor Roundtable” with Savannah Guthrie, Jake Tapper, Gayle King, George Stephanopolous and more on the current state of the news.
  • About a this new restaurant, Rossoblu, on Eater LA and it looks divine. I’m ready to try it.

Friday Favorites

  • The Rock wants to run for President someday. He’s not kidding. And frankly, considering what we’re currently facing, I’m not even opposed  to it.

OTHER BLOGGERS & INFLUENCERS

  • I am super obsessed with “We Are Midlife” on Instagram. Does that mean I’m in my midlife? Probably. I’m too busy enjoying it to care.
  • Look, I know it’s a “diaper bag” but I just love a good backpack with a ton of pockets. Chris broke this down so well, I now want to own it.
  • Social Media Club is hosting a really awesome Snapchat-focused event this month. Get the details.
  • Can we please talk about these Funfetti Cream Pie Cupcakes?!

EARLIER THIS WEEK

  • Jessica and I attended “Masters of Taste,” essentially eating our way through the Rose Bowl in Pasadena. I’ve been posting photos on my Hollywood Brunch Instagram account and plan on a more detailed recap soon!

Friday Favorites

VIDEO SPOTLIGHT

  • Anderson Cooper is all of us. Did you see the eye-roll heard round the world?
  • Samantha Bee flawlessly broke down the Comey firing on her show this week:

  • Speaking of Sam Bee, if you missed the “Daily Show” reunion on Colbert, you missed complete awesomeness.

Thus concludes this very first “Friday Favorites” endeavor. Let me know what you think of the new format in the comments! Thanks in advance.

What’s In My Pocket Friday – Mental Health Awareness Month

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Mental Health Awareness Month

Well, however odd  a phrase as it may be, happy Mental Health Awareness Month, everyone! In this world of absolute insanity, this seems like an acutely appropriate cause. It’s hard for me to understand why our global community still attaches such a negative stigma to mental health issues.

But since 1949, Mental Health America has led the observance Mental Health Month in May. They believe it’s important to educate people about habits and behaviors that increase the risk of developing or exacerbating mental illnesses, or could be signs of mental health problems themselves. People experience symptoms of mental illnesses differently—and some engage in potentially dangerous or risky behaviors to avoid or cover up symptoms of a potential mental health problem. Sometimes people—especially young people—struggling with mental health concerns develop habits and behaviors that increase the risk of developing or exacerbating mental illnesses, or that could be signs of mental health problems themselves. When we engage in prevention and early identification, we can help reduce the burden of mental illness by identifying symptoms and warning signs early—and provide effective treatment.

What's In My Pocket Friday - Mental Health Awareness Month

How do we reconcile the importance of mental health awareness with the stigmas attached to its challenges? Well, in my opinion, is through education, earnest sentiment, and even a good bit of laughter.

What's In My Pocket Friday - Mental Health Awareness Month

  • Many years ago, blogger Heather Armstrong wrote a piece about depression I found particularly moving.
  • Also from Buzzfeed — a handy translation guide of sorts. What you say and what you mean.
  • Kevin Breel is important. He’s a stand-up comedian and he needs to talk to you about depression. I will leave you with his words:

Lazy Sunday Musings

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The internet is always there for me in times of need.

I suck at lazy Sundays. But I excel at the internet. Enjoy these lazy Sunday musings.

Lazy Sunday Musings

I’ve been podcast hopping this week. My latest podcast discoveries have included:

I’m also quite obsessed with the pursuit of justice for Brad’s wife. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, click here. I can only fantasize how I’d handle this as a social media manager. To begin, I have brainstormed some of the reasons Cracker Barrel may have fired Brad’s wife:

  • Her comfort was not made from scratch.
  • Her “fancy fixins” were not that fancy.
  • The sun had set on her sunrise sampler.

Earlier this week I asked my Facebook friends a question I heard on the radio: Which celebrity would you least like to be stuck on a deserted island with? Some of mine:

  • Kanye West
  • Any Kardashian
  • Ann Coulter

I didn’t put Trump there because that’s just too obvious.

I saw Beauty & the Beast and I liked it. I didn’t love it, though. I think this article sums it up perfectly well. I need to start going to more movies again; I’ve fallen out of the habit lately. I used to stay up late at night at least once a week watching new movie trailers and deciding what I would go see that weekend…. If only there were 34 hours in a day. I’d really like to see Get Out, which seems to have taken the world by storm, and I’d like to see – believe it or not – the new Power Rangers movie. I’m apt to steer clear of Life, despite is starring Ryan Reynolds and Jake Gyllenhaal and this interview with them being delightful:

Before I actively resume my lazy Sunday (hypocrisy intended), let me leave you with this amazing article best summed up with part of the headline: “I’m Sweary AF and That Ain’t Gonna Change.”

What’s In My Pocket Friday

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Best of the web

Happy Friday, everyone! There is so much out there for us to delight in this week. Here are the Top Five:

What's In My Pocket Friday

  • I think everyone in the universe has seen this amazing video today:


  • I thought this was a lovely service, Greetabl. It allows you to upload personal photos and craft a special message for a customized box so loved ones can unfold them and proudly display it. It looks rather beautiful.
  • The GOP laid out their solution to the healthcare “problem” and I’ll save my commentary except to say that Paul Ryan’s power point presentation deserved to be memed:

What's In My Pocket Friday - Best of the Web

  • James Corden and Samuel L. Jackson reenacted some of Jackson’s best film roles. It is AMAZING:

  • My Golden Girls coloring book came. It is GLORIOUS. I will be coloring in it this weekend, no doubt.

Arrived today. 🎉🎉🎉 #coloringbook #goldengirls #adultcoloring

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