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American Cliche – Final Episode

Scott — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 20:31:20 +0000

Thank you and goodnight.

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American Cliche FINAL EPISODES: 3 of 4

Scott — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 21:07:10 +0000

We’re in the home stretch now. It feels weird to have only one more episode left in a such a long series. How many people can say they’ve done almost 260 episodes of anything? I didn’t think I had it in me. Following the taping of this episode I got confirmation from Jason that we can expect a segment from him next week and Brian has confirmed as well. Let’s send things out with a bang!

On the Show:

* I Officially Hate Summer
* Casey Anthony Verdict – Shocked? Surprised? Why We Care So Much
* CEO Says “Monthly Problems are Why Women Earn Less”

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American Cliche FINAL EPISODES: 2 of 4

Scott — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 22:53:14 +0000

This week we’re onto episode number two of the remaining four. There’s a lot of pressure to create something “special,” but the reality is that I’m doing what I’ve always done – rambling on about things that I find interesting on any given week. This week I’m running the gamut from self-healing and the Foo Fighters to crazy Michele Bachmann. Interesting or snooze-inducing? I’ll let you decide.

On the Show:

* Knee Surgery is Scheduled for September 1st. – Someone Hold My Hand?
* Michele Bachmann Told By Tom Petty and Katrina & The Waves to Get Lost
* Drunk Passenger Urinates in the Ailes of International Flight
* Summertime Songs from My Childhood

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American Cliche FINAL EPISODES: 1 of 4

Scott — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 19:24:21 +0000

I’m back – well, at last for four more episodes. It felt good to get behind the mic again and chat with you all. I hope that we can bring some closure to this entity we’ve built that defies classification. Thanks for coming along on for the ride!

On the show:

* Emma Talks About My Favorite Things
* Samuel L. Jackson Narrates “Go the Fuck to Sleep”
* My Rundown of the GOP Candidates
* Vanilla Ice Gives Real Estate Advice

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American Cliche TV: I’ve Got a Plan (Continued)

Scott — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 22:43:05 +0000

I thought a lot about the blog post I wrote yesterday and I felt like I wanted to expand on it in a more personal and direct way. Video is the best way I could think of to do that.

American Cliche #256

Scott — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 19:35:44 +0000

I’m typing this from the warm dry confines of my office in Santa Barbara. It’s been sort of a gloomy week here, but with all the crazy winter weather happening around the country, I shouldn’t complain. One thing I’ve been thinking all week was a comment left by Jeff Shaw on last week’s episode. I’ve been pondering my response and I’ll share that with you this week.

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* Woman Coughs Out Surgical Scissors
* Japan Suspends Whale Hunt Temporarily

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American Cliche #255

Scott — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 19:44:31 +0000

This episode comes as sort of a surprise to me. I wrote last week that we didn’t have a sponsor, then overnight I got word of a limited engagement with our friend Leonard Peikoff and here we are. Let’s be clear, this sponsorship only runs until the end of February, so we still have some maneuvering to do to get the show back on track, but we’re grateful for what we’ve got.

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On the Show:

* Superbowl Wrap-Up
* Superbowl Ads: Good? Bad?
* Groupon Controversy Real or Just Guerilla Marketing?
* Egypt Has WMDs?
* Burglar Leaves Phone Charging During Break In

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American Cliche #254

Scott — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 19:45:37 +0000

This episode is the last planned show for 2010. It’s time get the holiday shopping done, finish up end-of-year work projects and get Emma ready to spend Christmas with my family back in New Hampshire. It’s been an interesting year and I’m looking forward to seeing what 2011 has in store for us all.

Happy Holidays to you all. I wish you peace and happiness in the coming days.

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On the Show:

* President Obama vs. The Democrats
* WikiLeaks Supporter Show “Payback”
* Michael Vick is Forgiven
* Listener Email: Sophie – Avignon, France

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American Cliche #253

Scott — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 20:47:16 +0000

This week the world is in a frenzy over WikiLeaks. While I get that there is a lot of embarrassing shit being released about what foreign leaders have said about each other, I don’t see the big deal. Unless our blueprint for war has been published or the codes for our nuclear arsenal have been leaked – I just don’t get why this demands 24 hours news coverage across the globe. If you have a strong opinion, I’d love for you to chime in below.

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Also on the Show:

* McCain Tries to Block Repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”
* Co-Pilot “Bumps” Controls – Almost Crashes Plane

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American Cliche #252

Scott — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 19:37:50 +0000

This week I wish all of you a Happy Thanksgiving. Yes, I realize that it is an American holiday and that almost 40% of you listen from outside the U.S. That said, I invite you to share in the spirit. We all have things we are thankful for – even in difficult times. Over the next few days, try to focus on those positive things in your life. Cherish the time with your families and friends.

Thank you all for a being a part of my life – I’m certainly thankful for all of you.

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Also on the Show:

* Dancing With the Stars? Why Are We So Obsessed?
* TSA Day of Protest – Real or Hype?
* Piggy Banks Made From Real Piglets

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American Cliche #251

Scott — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:40:19 +0000

Lots of great feedback this week from you guys about Episode #250. I didn’t know when I recorded the episode that so many of you would parallel it to the events in your own lives over the last five years. I got emails from people telling me about a milestone in their life that corresponded to something that I talked about on the show.

It’s amazing to me to think about the connection the show has had with so many of you from all over the world in ways I never thought possible. So thank you all for sharing your stories with me and keeping American Cliche as a part of the soundtrack to your lives.

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Also on the Show:

* TSA Screenings: Necessary or Unacceptable Personal Invasion?
* Hero Dog Mistakenly Put Down
* Sarah Palin Makes 2012 Official – Well, Almost
* Florida Truck Dealer Offers Free AK-47 With Every Purchase

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American Cliche #250

Scott — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 20:48:26 +0000

Prepping this show was an unexpected experience for me. Someone I respect had given me the idea to make this episode a soundtrack journey of my life over the last five and a half years. I knew immediately it was the right approach. As I started to go back through old shows notes and blog posts, I realized how much how much has changed in my life and in our world. Not only has every major part of my existence been flipped – birth of Emma, fallout of my marriage, career hurdles and the passing of Mia the Wonderdog – but the world has changed drastically too. Since AC began we’ve been witness to Hurricane Katrina, the election of the first black president and the worst recession in decades.

This episode will not appeal to some of you. There aren’t any stories this week about stupid people or the state of politics in the U.S. a week after the election. Instead, call it a diary entry – a summary of the last half decade of my life and the way I’ve viewed the world around me.

Boring? Maybe. Self-serving? Absolutely. But I can say it’s honest and it’s unfiltered. I hope you enjoy it, but if not, come back next week and I’ll be back to my usual form. Promise.

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American Cliche #249

Scott — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 20:28:27 +0000

I realize that every news outlet in the U.S. has been dissecting the election results for the last 24 hours – and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future. That said, I’m going to pile-on and weigh in a bit on what I think some of it means for our leadership in the next two years. I think it will actually hold both sides more accountable as they look toward the general election in 2012. Listen to this week’s show, then share your comments below.

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* 10 year Old Girl Gives Birth in Spain
* Bret Michael The Cause of Cyrus Divorce?

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American Cliche #248

Scott — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 18:55:27 +0000

We’re less than a week away from elections – I should be focusing 100% of my effort on that, right? Nope. I’m actually staying away from politics this week (mostly). I’ve said everything I can say to you. My hope is that you go to the polls with a clear head and vote for the candidate that actually has a plan for the change you want to see. Try and strip away all the fear-mongering and the attack ads and look at what the candidates stand for in your state. I have faith that this audience – this community – will make the right choices.

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On the show:

* Charlie Sheen Goes on Another Bender
* Man Pisses Off Tattoo Artist – Gets a Penis Tattooed on His Back
* Chad Ball: The Importance of Teaching Kids New Media
* Rand Paul Volunteer Seeks Apology From Woman He Stomped

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American Cliche #247

Scott — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 19:51:01 +0000

This week we continue to talk about clueless people dominating our headlines. Whether you’re talking about politicians or NFL players, some people just don’t have a firm grip on the reality of their situation. In this episode of American Cliche, we’re exploring that in a bit more depth. We’re also talking about the Obama Administration’s ill-advised attempt to block the recent U.S. District Court’s ruling allowing openly gay men and women to sign up for military service.

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I thought it would be helpful to include the actual video of the soundclip I used in this week’s show. Anderson Cooper does a great job at summarizing the situation with Christine O’Donnell.

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American Cliche #246

Scott — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 18:31:45 +0000

This week I spent most of the show talking about Christine O’Donnell and the Tea Party. Frankly, I’m pretty scared about the prospect of someone like this bumbling her way into a seat on the senate. She hasn’t been willing to do interviews – all we really know about her are some of the clips that have surfaced of her on Politically Incorrect a decade ago. Even when she finally granted CNN a 10 minute interview, she showed that she clearly doesn’t have a real understanding of any of the major issues we face today as Americans.

We have 100 seats in the senate – am I the only one that is scared to death of a person like this getting elected into one of them?

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American Cliche #245

Scott — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 18:17:22 +0000

Have you guys been following the controversy around Katy Perry’s appearance on Sesame Street? I don’t understand what the fuss is about. Children see more skin on a public beach. Why aren’t we outraged over all the violence on TV that kids watch? Oh, and isn’t it a double standard that the monsters on Sesame Street don’t have to wear any clothes? Just sayin’…

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On the show:

* French Politician Mixes Up “Inflation” with Oral Sex
* Man Addicted to Eating Live Scorpians
* Snooki’s Writing a Book (God Help Us All)

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American Cliche #244

Scott — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 22:48:47 +0000

Have you ever had a week where the days melted together and you often found yourself staring at a to-do list that you thought you’d never get to the end of? Yeah, me too. In addition to being swamped with client work, I’m trying to spend as much time with Emma as I can while getting ready for my Mom’s visit in a few days. Don’t get me wrong, I’m excited about all of it, I just wish I could squeeze a few more hours out of each day.

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On the show:

* “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” Repeal Fails in the Senate
* Listener Rant: Rachael Asks Where Has Sanity Gone in Politics?
* Lindsay Lohan Thinks Coke Won’t Show Up in Drug Test

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American Cliche #243

Scott — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 19:40:46 +0000

Now that Labor Day has signaled the official end of summer, it’s time to put our heads down and focus on work – at least it is for me. The next couple of weeks are going to be extremely busy with client projects, but hey, in this economy I think we’re all happy to have jobs, yes?

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On the show:

* Quran Burning Scheduled for September 11th
* Juror Convicts Defendant on Facebook Before Trial Ends
* The International Honey-Laundering Sting

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American Cliche #242

Scott — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 19:51:51 +0000

As the summer rolls to a close with the impending Labor Day Weekend upon us, I’m reminded of how much life changes from season to season. I think about how different my life was last summer compared to this one. It’s not necessarily a bad thing, just part of my natural evolution. So as you enjoy your long weekend and spend time with your families and friends, I challenge you to think about what you want out of your life over the next 12 months.

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On the show:

* Apple’s Big Announcements
* Michael Douglas and Stage 4 Cancer
* Man Has $18,000 Sex Doll Modeled After Ex

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American Cliche #241

Scott — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 21:58:52 +0000

This week I’m doing something a bit different on the show. I’m in a musical mood, so I’m sharing some of my recent musical finds with you. Sometimes you’ve gotta shake things up a bit to keep it fresh. For those of you that NEED your dose of political snarkiness – fear not – I’ve carved out a nice spot for Ben Quayle and “Steve” his supporter.

For those interested in my rock n’ roll adventures this past Monday night in L.A., I’ve included a clip I shot at the Steel Panther show. They performed the NSYNC song “I Want It That Way” and they manage to get Joey Fatone on stage with them. Classic.

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Music on the show:

* Steel Panther – I Want it That Way
* House of Heroes – So Far Away
* Soundtrack to Monday – Lift Her Up

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American Cliche #240

Scott — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 17:44:40 +0000

I’m late again producing a new show. I apologize for that. This week has been incredibly busy and saw a lot of unexpected things surface. Last minute client work and a sick child sidelined me for longer than I had hoped. But that’s life right? Things come up and you deal with them.

Tomorrow I head to New York for Affiliate Summit East. If you’ll be there, please drop me a line. It would be great to meetup and say hello.

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On the show:

* PA Man Buried in Molten Asphalt
* Ben Quayle Calls Obama “Worst President in History”
* Man Fake Seizures for Free Meals
* Cat Found “Marinating” in Trunk
* Man Demands Sex Refund from No-Show Teen’s Dad

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American Cliche #239 – Viva La Fiesta!

Scott — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 19:10:23 +0000

I’ve talked about Fiesta in Santa Barbara many times on this show. Officially, it’s a celebration of the city’s Spanish heritage. Unofficially, it’s a five day party throughout downtown. Last night I had a pre-Fiesta kickoff with some good friends at Arigato Sushi and the Press Room. Tonight, I’m heading to the rooftop of the Canary Hotel for an event. Friday is where the real fun begins starting with the parade at noon and many shots of tequila into the evening.

For me Fiesta is about doing the same thing I do ever year with the same friends at the same places. Over the last 7 or 8 years, we’ve layed down traditions. We count on the same people to show up and share the same drunken stories. Enjoying that time with people you care about is one of my favorite things about living in SB. I hope you have a similar tradition around an event in your hometown.

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On the show:

* FBI Gets Up in Wikipedia’s Grill About Seal
* Princeton Reveiew’s Top 10 Party Schools
* Mom Held Hostage Over Ironing
* Man Blows Himself Up Trying to Pry Open Grenade

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American Cliche #238

Scott — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 23:58:16 +0000

I had an amazing day this past Saturday. I spent the afternoon at the beach in Santa Barbara with my friend Manny at the California Wine Festival. The ocean was 40 feet away on one side, and the mountains and palm trees were on the other. Besides the amazing weather, there was great wine, food and conversation. Despite going through a rough patch over the last 9 months, it’s days like that where you appreciate the little things in life. I hope you have one of those days soon.

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On the show:

* BP’s “Static Kill” Really a Way to Hide Oil Flow?
* John Punch on Facebook Etiquette
* Andrew Breitbart Plays the Race Card. Badly.
* Maggots Fall From an Overhead Bin on a U.S. Airways Flight

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American Cliche #237

Scott — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 19:53:08 +0000

I complained last week because of overcast weather here in Santa Barbara, now I’m paying for those remarks. For the last two days it been 90+ degrees at my house. While I recorded the show there was no ventilation, no fan and no air conditioning. You have to shut everything off so you don’t hear fan noise. I feel like a puddle of sweaty nastiness. OK, I admit it, I’d rather have the overcast weather.

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On the show:

* Discovering Bad Astronaut: Houston: We Have A Drinking Problem

* NBA Fines Cleveland Owner $100k for LeBron Remarks
* Republican Caught Plagiarizing
* Lawmakers Look into “Kate Plus 8″ Work Permits

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