AskCarrieLee

I’m Pissed!

// February 1st, 2010 // 1 Comment » // Vlogs

Ever since I was little I haven’t handled getting hurt very well. I never cried and ran into someone’s arms. I got mad. Extremely mad. As if my blood pressure was rising before my very eyes. Almost a fight or flight type of reaction without flight being an option. I usually would take the inanimate object that hurt me and stomp on it, throw it till it broke, a wall was usually my preference. And don’t you dare ask me if I’m alright, I will literally bite your head off. Best if you just duck and don’t make direct eye contact with me. My family knows better than to ever ask me a question after I’ve said anything to the effect of  “Owe! SHIT!” which is also more often than not followed by other, more colorful phrases.

Today, as we’re getting ready to head up to my son’s grandmothers funeral I was furiously cleaning the house, dusting, doing dishes, sweeping etc… I went to clean some glass candle sticks in the sink and something happened, I still can’t remember what it was that caused me pain but it was something – must have been the drain strainer because that’s what I threw. I suppose the drain gods were angry at me because when I threw that drain it bounced of the sink and hit me square in the face. And you know what? I deserved it. I’m now attempting to finish getting ready and at the same time, wondering how I plan to hid this cut and fat lip. Suppose I’ll just say my husband beat me, much easier to lie than say I was an idiot and did this to myself! But *breathe* I feel better now that I’ve gotten it out. Man, I feel so stupid…

I wish this didn’t happen to me!

Youtube is Dead – Youtube Exposed

// November 22nd, 2009 // No Comments » // Personal, Vlogs

Resurrecting the beast. Well, its certainly been a long time since I’ve posted an episode of Talkin Tube. Yesterday I asked Twitter what I should do for a video today and louisrodd99 suggested discussing recent Youtube changes. I immediately thought of the recent video posted by MrChiCity and the rebuttal by Pogobat. And the perfect format for discussion? Talkin Tube. While writing the script last night and shooting/editing today, I remembered why I had made 16 of these things, they’re fun! I think I’ve finally gotten the bug back and now have some great ideas on what to do from here.

Watch & comment!

Be in my Next Video Project!

// January 15th, 2009 // 3 Comments » // Vlogs

Talkin Tube Eps 5

So in this weeks Talkin Tube Episode I covered a few subjects. One; Have you ever really looked closely at the “recommended for you” feature? If you take a good look you might be surprised at what your viewing and rating history says you’re in to. Also, I talked about Yourtubeadvocate. This is a Youtube channel held by different youtubers over the last couple of years. It hits on issues that matter to the community and it’s my pick of the show…. Click here to watch more of Yourtubeadvocate!

Be in my Next Video Project

I’ve got another collab up my sleeve and I’d LOVE for you to take part! Here’s what you need to do, and it’s really easy so everyone can do it! Film yourself, from about the shoulders up, don‘t want to see clothes, back against a white wall, try & have the lighting dead center if possible, and turn from one side so that you end up looking at the camera. You could do it from right, inward, left inward, Up to center, down to center. And make it a quick turn, not slow. I want everyone to give me the basic shot with either a smile or no emotion and then 1 – 2 playful shots. Perhaps end up with a funny face, angry, sad, some other sort of emotion, get creative. Do one alone, with someone, or have your kids, your parent, your dog or cat make one, have fun with it! Maybe you and your significant other can start looking at each other & end up looking at the cam. I want as many people as possible to get in on this. Even if you’ve never made a video or want to be left anonymous you can still do this!

So, get those clips ready & send them to askcarrieleeclips@gmail.com , just enter “collab clip” in the subject line. If you have any questions please feel free to ask, just make sure to email me at that address and put “question“ in the subject line. Also, and this is important. Include your name and the direct link to your you tube channel. I think I’ll give it about two weeks or so. So go get started, and I can’t wait to get those clips!

51 Things & Talkin Tube

// January 11th, 2009 // No Comments » // Vlogs

Well, Talkin Tube is only going on it’s fourth episode & it’s already doing better than I had hoped. I’ve had several requests to make the show biweekly and I thought to myself, how could I possibly do that? I’m just barely, if at all, balancing a 50 hour work week along with family responsibilities. By the time I write a script, get it shot & posted, it’s Sunday night – where is the room for the second episode?

So I spoke to a few people, including my husband. And I think I’ve figured a way. I’ll start making an outline of subjects to cover in advance, have people send clips for interviews in advance. That way when Sunday rolls around I can shoot & edit two episodes, one to be released that evening, one to be released mid week. Basically Sunday will be YT day, but my husband is backing me up on this, so, thanks hun, I love you

Oooh! I did a 51 things video! I haven’t done a random vid in so long but after watching a few of them I thought it would be a fun thing to do. I can’t believe how hard it is to find 51 things! Seriously! Special thanks to Mike Brown, who’s music I’ve used several times in the past, the song “She” was a perfect backdrop. And guess what?! I woke up this morning to a Global Feature in People & Blogs! Thanks Youtube!

Talkin Tube 2 – The Demon Lo

// December 14th, 2008 // 1 Comment » // Vlogs

If you were an independent film maker with an advertising budget of $0.00, what would you do? Well, if you’re already part of the Youtube community, the answer is simple. Create a Youtube channel dedicated to getting the word out and generating a buzz.

Contrary to popular belief, a movie doesn’t get produced and end up in theaters or your local movie store without a lot of hard work, time and dedication. At least not those that aren’t big budget films starring Brad Pitt.

Writter/Director Travis Betz, who’s indie film “Sunday” was called “The best indie film of 2008″ by the Independent Critic, and I had an interview earlier this week which can be viewed on the latest episode of Talkin Tube. Travis hopes that weekly (and hilarious I might ad) vlog updates, that will bring us, the viewer, to marketing meetings and film festivals will bring awareness of the movie and that “pesky demon Lo” to a wider range of viewers.

The cast includes a wide range of talents from regulars of the Youtube scene, critically acclaimed indie movie talents, and those that have appeared in Seinfeld and Evan All Mighty. Producers Jessica Petelle and Aaron Gaffey both have years of experience either acting in or producing films.

The only thing more fun than the first vlog on The Demon Lo’s Youtube channel is the eerily fun and fabulously designed website thedemonlo.com. With creepy music, great cast bios and fun downloads, this site gets 5 stars from me.

Subscribe to The Demon Lo now, pass the videos to your friendss and help start spreading the word! Watch Talkin Tube Esp 2: