Classic Cartoon: Get A Job
Believe it or not, this 1985 animation is one of my most memorable artifacts from childhood. It combines classic animation with great motown tunes. Enjoy!
One Week Job Surpasses $3500 In Documentary Funding
Photo: Outdoor skating last week while filming in Edmonton
Thanks to our wonderful supporters, we’ve now passed $3500 in doc funding. This is a huge milestone! Sean and I are supremely grateful for your dollars and every bit helps us bring the One Week Job doc closer to completion.
For those that wish to support us in other ways, check out 6 ways you can help spread the word.
Last week Sean and I were in Edmonton shooting an interview with Henri Ferguson of Lotus Soul Gym (for those who remember Sean’s week as a yoga instructor).
I’ve also shot interviews with Sean’s parents, sister, friends, and also an interview with Sean himself. This means 90% of the shooting is complete. I’ve also managed 25% of the initial edit – which means we’re right on track for a summer 2009 release.
Doesn’t get more exciting than that!
What If Sean Aiken Auditioned For American Idol?
Today the next season of American Idol kicks off. (I know, how can that show still be on?)
But seriously, I bet you’ve wondered to yourself: why didn’t Sean try a one week job as an American Idol contestant? You don’t have to wonder anymore, because Sean actually did try out one season.
It was all captured on tape (or should I say animation) here:
Ask Sean: Can Everyone Really Pursue Their True Passion In Life?
Photo by Stephen Poff
I received this question from a reader and thought it would be interesting to give my answer, but also share with other readers.
Q: Can everyone really pursue their true passion in life? If this were the case, you’d have an influx of people pursuing the same careers (rock star, athlete, pilot, actor, author, etc). Who would do the run-of-the-mill jobs that we need to keep our society running?
A: Great question. When I was a Radio DJ, I asked the morning host how he got into radio.
He said that many radio DJ’s are actually “failed musicians” – meaning they originally tried to support themselves by being rockstars, but for a variety of reasons, couldn’t quite make it. But, he said that being a radio DJ allows him to be involved in the same industry, interact with the same people, and cultivate his passion for music.
It made me think that we don’t all have to be rockstars, because we might be equally as happy being the guy who hands the rockstar their guitar.
In theory, could everyone pursue their true passion in life? I don’t know.
Might take some juggling to make it work. Though I’ve realized that there are many ways to pursue our passions, whether being involed in the industry in some way like this radio DJ, or looking to satisfy your passion outside of work.
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What do you think? Share your thoughts in the comments!
Hey Josh Says: Make 2009 The Year Of “Going For It”
Came across this great short film “Factory” from Josh Shipp, dubbed the Dr. Phil for Teens. Enjoy!