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Introducing: AJ Feuerman Communications

March 8, 2018 By AJ Leave a Comment

As some of you may know, I’ve recently begun freelancing full-time as a publicist and social media strategist.

After more than a dozen years working alongside some of television, music and film’s most talented artists and executives, I am proud to announce the launch of my own full-service public relations and social media consultancy, working with content creators, networks, distributors and more. I’m thrilled that I have already had the opportunity to work on some terrific independent films in 2018. It’s been a really fast and exhilarating turnaround and I am so blessed to have the support of so many.

I’ve been surrounded by many talented professionals in diverse fields that have all contributed to my past projects’ successes as well as my own professional growth and it is my hope those relationships will continue as I move forward with this next stage of my career.

Please also know I am working on a website revamp (see that “New Business” menu item up there?) but did not want to wait on that to reach out to all of you lovely readers and share this news!

Giveaway: Everybody Loves Pizza But How Abou white pizza?

December 29, 2017 By AJ 3 Comments

Win a Fresh Brothers prize package!

Apparently, National Cheese Lovers Day is January 20, but that’s like EVERY DAY for me. Hence, this Fresh Brothers Giveaway. (You’re welcome.)

I was under the weather recently, and took to Twitter to whine about it as one does, and who else but my friends at Fresh Brothers responded to wish me well AND to send me dinner. Not too long after, a few emails later, a white pizza and some chicken arrived at my door and it was appreciated. I am not a good patient and couldn’t have been happier to have a meal delivered to my home. You know, anything that allows me to remain in my pajamas and fixated on the television.

What’s more, Fresh Brothers‘ new white pizza is absolutely delicious! Added for the holidays, it has dollops of creamy ricotta, romano and crushed garlic, with all natural mozzarella, on a fresh-made crust drizzled with extra virgin olive oil. It’s my new favorite thing on their menu — and that is really saying something because I am a FB fangirl. I am obsessed with their meatball sliders, their chicken parmesan sliders and their customizable salads. Their website is so user-friendly and if you order pick-up through their app, they give you a discount. What’s not to love?

So here are the details — enter below and GOOD LUCK!

Prize value: $50

One Medium Cheese/Pepperoni Pizza, One Medium White Pizza and an order of sweet knots (3x) from Fresh Brothers.

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FINE PRINT: The host did not receive any financial compensation but the free pizza and chicken didn’t hurt nobody. Delivery only available for residents within 3 miles of Fresh Brothers stores throughout Los Angeles. No expiration, service charges or dormancy fees. This virtual gift card will not be replaced if lost or stolen. Not redeemable for cash, except as required by law. Not valid at LAX.

What’s In My Pocket Friday – Some Much Needed Laughter

April 21, 2017 By AJ 2 Comments

Best of the web

It’s been ages since we’ve all connected and I apologize. But life, right?! And boy has there been a lot of life for me these days. Accidents and injuries and dancing and dieting… Insanity, guys, I assure you. And in my “real life,” I’m overseeing PR and social for more than a dozen films, so needless to say, my time has become…. well, more valuable. But the web lives on! It is here for you. It is here with the love and the laughter (and the news, but let’s overlook that)… On with the glorious things I’ve saved in my pocket for you — the best of the web:

Speaking of work, I am OVER THE MOON excited to be working on a documentary called “SCORE: A Film Music Documentary.” Entertainment Weekly premiered our trailer! Watch it here:

A friend of mine who knew I needed to laugh sent me this article, written by a “toddler” strategizing on how he will eat things he should not be eating. It’s called “So Help Me God, I’m Going to Eat One of Those Multi-colored Detergent Pods.”
This piece from “Scary Mommy” also made me laugh: “Pardon My F*cking Language, But I’m Sweary AF And That Ain’t Gonna Change.”
Um…. Guys? FRED DURST (Yes, of Limp Bizkit) is hosting a weekly JAZZ night in Hollywood. Dafaq?!

Of course I love this article about local brunch places you may not have heard of. For the record, I actually have not heard of some!
More laughter needed? Ok, then read about this woman who brought her dog to a FURRY CONVENTION because she thought it was a gathering for pet owners. (If you don’t know what “furries” are, you should see this documentary called Fursonas.)
Do you ever watch those amazing “how to” recipe videos from Tasty? They’re great, right? They make cooking look EASY! And here’s a parody I LOVED:

Did you know Bill Gates, Warren Buffett, and Oprah Winfrey all use “Tthe 5-Hour Rule?” I thought this was really interesting – read about it here.

An “eff you” to Cancer

March 13, 2017 By AJ Leave a Comment

When one of your favorite people in the world tells you they have Breast Cancer, what do you do? Well, you do a lot of the clichéd things and if you’re me, apparently you also make a Bingo card so that when you and everyone else is doing said things, they can laugh their way through it:

Cancer sucks. It takes so much from all of us. Please don’t let it take away your sense of humor. It doesn’t deserve that privilege.

My friend, I love you.

What’s In My Pocket Friday

January 13, 2017 By AJ Leave a Comment

Best of the web — and in the world

Best of the web. Yes, please. Look, the other day I watched our President-elect stand in front of American flags, at a podium, with Trump-branded products like wine and steak to either side of him on display, cruelly mock journalists and refer to the news as “crap.” So I needed to laugh and laugh good before I started to punch things.

Hence this week, you’ll find everything in my Pocket induces laughter. Much, much needed laughter.

When I got home from work last night, I immediately turned on that day’s episode of “Ellen.” I record it every day and have for years. Sometimes she also makes me cry but at the top of the show, she had my hysterical:

If I’ve really gotta force a laugh to get to a place of feeling better, I flip on a comedy special. My favorite these days is John Mulaney’s “The Comeback Kid” on Netflix. It doesn’t seem to matter how many times I watch it — I end up nearly wetting myself. I also watched Joe Rogan’s Netflix special this week and it was a lot funnier than I expected it to be! (See also: John Mulaney’s bit on Donald Trump.)

I also find, especially because my drive to and from work is so long, that podcasts can really get me through. Here are a few of my faves:
And speaking of, just plain, old fashioned reruns of the “Golden Girls” still make me laugh my ass off. Can’t see them on Logo, TV Land of Hallmark Channel? THEY ARE COMING TO HULU!

So what about you? What makes my smile and laugh? Share in the comments so I can join in, please. 😉

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

September 12, 2016 By AJ 1 Comment

One of my goals in 2016 is to use my online platforms to raise awareness for a worthy cause. On Sat., 10/15, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) will host the Santa Monica Out of the Darkness Community Walk. My friend Alyssa and I have formed a team to participate and to raise awareness for mental health-related issues and funds for suicide prevention. There are two simple ways to help us out: join our team and/or donate (no amount is too big or too small)!

It is also important to spread the word that September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month which helps promote resources and awareness around the issues of suicide prevention, how you can help others and how to talk about suicide without increasing the risk of harm.

It’s important to remember that suicidal thoughts can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or background. Suicide is the third leading cause of death among young people and is often the result of mental health conditions.

Crisis and Information Resources – What can I do?

LOTS! In addition to supporting my October walk team, consider using your own online platforms and influence for good! Here is some reading material, information and graphics to help.

Know the Warning Signs and Risk of Suicide
Preventing Suicide as a Family Member or Caregiver
Being Prepared for a Crisis
National Suicide Hotline 1-800-273 TALK (8255) (or dial 911!)
Get Involved
Donate

Share the images and graphics below (click for full size) during the month of September to help promote awareness of suicide prevention resources and promote discussion of suicide prevention awareness. You can also use #suicideprevention or #IAmStigmaFree on social media.

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What I Should Be Doing Today

March 19, 2016 By AJ Leave a Comment

What I Should Be Doing Today…. But I’m Not

Here is what I should be doing today, everybody:

Cleaning my apartment
Shopping for groceries
About three loads of laundry
Getting a pedicure
My taxes
Baking those cookies I bought all the ingredients for like two weeks ago
Getting my car washed
Getting my car serviced
Calling people I haven’t spoken to in a while
Writing about half a dozen blog posts I’m behind on
Taking out boxes to the dumpster
Running a number of quick, easy errands I’ve put off
Cleaning out my refrigerator
Making room in my hall closet for the storage bin that’s been living in my living room
Unpacking from my last two trips

Here is what I am actually doing today:

Sitting on the couch
Watching TV
Writing this post